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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1895
Page
1
In keeping with our rule for clean stocks in every department we present a selection on base this week. A few high class lace curtains and patterns are offered with replacements for new designs. Curtains are not old or counter boiled and meet the essentials of quality.
Advertisement notes fine Brussels lace curtains in white only. Four pairs priced at 4.45 after reductions from 6.00. Six pairs now 5.50 from 7.50 and six pairs at 7.50 from 10.00.
Advertises Tambour lace curtains in white and Irish Point in cream or ecru with varying pack sizes and prices. White Swiss Ruffle Curtains available in multiple pair counts with discounted prices.
Local sale lists 25 pairs priced at 2.00 and 1.50 per pair, 22 pairs at 2.50, 1.87 per pair, and 50 pairs at 3.25, 2.45 respectively. Items labeled in ecru and white.
A local sale urges readers to attend early as many lots are small and popularity may lead to disappointment. Officials caution no liability for missed opportunities and emphasize first come, first served.
Mrs. Pitezel, widow of the man Holmes is accused of murdering, testified for hours detailing Holmes’s deception and cruelty. She described his manipulation, the lost children, and her belief that Holmes orchestrated the presumed body identifications and insurance fraud. The prosecution pressed for conviction while the defense sought time to prepare.
Albert Hawkins, labeled as a negro, was convicted for assaulting a girl named Gable Scherer near Falls Church. A citizen posse pursued him, captured him, and handed him to county authorities amid fears of a lynching atmosphere and swift punishment.
The grand jury indicted Hawkins after the child identified him. The prosecution rested with little defense. The jury convicted him in about an hour and he was sentenced to be hanged on December 6 under Virginia law.
Early today Williamsport suffered four secondary fires causing about 19000 in losses. At the Raddix mill two blazes destroyed 100000 feet of pine and hemlock, plus 1500 for lath bundles. Strong Deemer yard logged extensive lumber loss, and Mehaffey Co wood factory fire burned four acres of bundled wood for about 8000 with no insurance. Firemen fought flames from 1 a.m. to dawn.
Pittsburg officials opened an inquiry into charges of mismanagement and immorality at the Anti Cruelty Society. Testimony centered on Dr. J O Flower and secretary N E Dorente with allegations involving Lizzie McMillan, a reforming home staff, a horse whip incident, and disputed control over society operations.
Pennsylvania defeated Brown 12 to 0 in a tight afternoon contest. Yale beat Dartmouth 22 to 0, with a second-half 10 to 0. Abbot, Dartmouth left tackle, was seriously injured in a head on collision and remained unconscious. Lafayette overwhelmed Lehigh 62 to 0.
Officials announced at the executive department include Pennsylvania delegates to the Commercial Travelers congress in Atlanta on Nov 13. Named areLewis B. Wampler, E C Crain, John R Rote, A N Arms, George P Strome, George W Header, George B Sheeley, J W Parks, T L Lewis, William J Ewart, Charles F H Kelly. Also Hugh McDonald of Pittston named mine inspector for the third anthracite district.
Bill Nye and Bert Poole were to speak on Farming Exposed at First Baptist church Paterson. Nye appeared unwell and a hostile crowd pelted the speakers with eggs as they left for the midnight train to New York.
Bellefonte Pa Oct 20 Two State College students are expelled and fourteen suspended for hazing incidents involving a mob at the Shivery house. A crowd fired a college cannon with tomatoes and dirt, damaged the residence, and two ringleaders face possible criminal charges while others await action. The case may go to November court if settlements fail.
San Francisco October 30 District Attorney Barnes opened the prosecution in the Durant case describing the killer of Blanche Lamont as a cold blooded monstrous criminal without motive or pity. He urged the jury to convict and prevent further harm to innocent girls, then began to dissect the evidence.
Washington reports from London a telegram via Mr. Partello United States consul at Sonneberg stating Commander Heyerman of the navy died on the Hayes at sea at 4 p m on October 7 He commanded the Kearsage when wrecked on the Ronerador reef was suspended from duty and recently retired It is believed Partello was aboard the Havel when the death occurred.
In Norristown Pennsylvania on October 30 Sebastian Rudolph sued the Schuylkill Valley Railroad Co. alleging coal soot from locomotives harmed his paper mill. He testified to damages exceeding 197000, the largest amount ever asked in the county courts.
Samuel Robinson, a Rainy Lake Road homesteader near Twyver Minnesota, traveled to Grand Rapids seeking legal help to recover his wife and children allegedly abducted by former friend Carel Lesure, also a homesteader, with Robinson away at the time.
Dayton Ohio area reports an 18 year old girl Sylvan McCabe shot and killed her lover Will Schaffer then fatally shot herself this morning. A note said Turn us both in one brave we are tired of it. Please forgive us both. The McCabe family resides near Miamisburg.
Visitora to the Gallery of the Philadelphia Stock Exchange witnessed a dramatic stock market crash in local industrial securities. Prices plummeted in hours with Electric Storage Battery, United Gas Improvement, Welshback Light, and Pennsylvania Heat Light and Power all tumbling from peak levels before a late rally attempted to restore confidence.
D R Hartzell, weighman at the T D Stein mine in Pittsburgh, Pa, was found guilty of taking more than 2000 pounds per ton and of using an incorrect scale. Jury seeks mercy for Hartzell. Charges also filed against mine owner Stein amid alleged large fraud via false weights.
A Havana dispatch reports General Maximo Gomez has resigned his command and will depart Cuba to seek treatment for leg wounds. He is said to be saying farewell to followers before leaving. Rebels earlier placed a bomb on the Neuvitas railroad that exploded as troops train passed, leaving one soldier seriously wounded.
Despatch from Tangier reports M. Ferrien the temporary French consul at Casablanca with four soldiers forced entry into a German residence and damaged property. The German consul intervened to prevent further violence with no explanation given.
Editor J. P. Carroll of the Sunday Call was shoved through a show window by County Treasurer Hemingway after criticizing him in print. Hemingway was arrested for the assault and Carroll alleged extortion of taxpayer fees. A separate report notes Mrs. Griffith, 50, of Ashland, killed near Romsvall Springs when struck by a train.
Harrisburg report says Special Pension Examiner Connolly arrested former Alderman Brackenridge on charges of filing false affidavits and tampering with pension payments. The case concerns alleged improper bonus or allowance actions and related discrepancies.
In Hot Springs Arkansas a feud over a world heavyweight title looms as James J Corbett and Robert Fitzsimmons clash with militia orders, warrants, and arrests shaking the event. Governor Clarke countersigned a militia move, then reversed it as legal actions unfold and the fight schedule collapses.
At 2 15 yesterday morning North End police answered a disturbance at Edward Conklin’s house. Patrolman Perry subdued Conklin after he struck him in the mouth during the transfer to custody. In court Conklin paid 16 and 4 for his wife and Clarke 10. The woman sought funds to free the others.
Advance seats for Palmer Cox's Brownies will go on sale this morning at 9 o'clock at the Frothingham box office. The upcoming performances next Monday and Tuesday evenings and Tuesday afternoon are expected to draw large crowds, matching last spring's Scranton turnout.
Daniel Gallagher a four year old Weat Glide driver boy employed in the Mount Pleasant mine was kicked in the eye by a mule. He suffered cuts and bruises but his sight was not harmed. He received care at Lackawanna hospital and is expected to recover in a few weeks. Colonel James Pott dies at Iowa City hospital age 71 served as Fulton Republican editor and wartime veteran.
Fast Black Satine underskirts priced at 1.19 and 0.41 for selected trims, Moreen underskirts with 5 inch and 12 inch flounces priced 1.09 and 45, extra size styles at 45, quilted satine and mohair options 0.45 to 2.00, entire line of silk skirts promoted with emphasis on specific price points and trims.
A brief item notes a shop or section titled Eye Glasses Specialty focusing on glasses, opera eyewear, and spectacles offerings. It suggests a specialized retailer or department within a store catering to optical needs and possibly theatrical eyewear.
East Stroudsburg Normal School has 400 students under Principal George P Bible. The school’s rapid growth is aided by a strong faculty a prime location and modern buildings. A gymnasium 60 by 90 feet with a 41 by 18 annex is nearing completion and will open January 1 with modern equipment.
Eastern Pennsylvania sees fall conditions with increasing cloudiness through Thursday and easterly winds. Conditions favor rain Friday as the system approaches.
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