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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 01, 1899
Page
7
Reports allege a broken collarbone from a fall, a bail set for a defrauding charge, and notices of police appointments and public meetings. Police, insurance, and street work topics include a special policeman appointment, a road project, and a building site vote.
The notice records the death of J. F. Cooper aged about seven in Taylor on August 3, 1590. The funeral from the residence Saturday afternoon at dusk with interment in Dunmore Cemetery.
George Brock, a young man with good connections, was arrested and held on $1,000 bail after a hearing before Alderman Howe on a larceny charge from A M Kilberg’s jewelry shop on the second floor of the old post office building at Penn avenue and Spruce street. Kilberg testified missing three $20 gold pieces, two dozen rings, a gold watch and a dozen pens. Brock defended that he stayed in the house all night. witnesses claimed seeing him with two $20 gold pieces and in the building hallway early Tuesday. He faces another charge for stealing $7 from Charles W Moyle’s barber shop on Adam Avenue, with a hearing set next week.
George Brieger, sought for aggravated assault and battery, leaped from a moving Pennsylvania train near Altoona while handcuffed. Recaptured hours later at Conemaugh by rail police. Officer Morris Weles and Special Officer Weiss involved. case tied to Priceburg rumors and ongoing police notes.
Lackawanna stock rose two points as engineers conference ended satisfactorily. It opened at 177 and moved to 179 amid reports that nearby rails including Reading Central and similar lines stiffened in response. A halt was declared to the Shinsmen's conference to allow wage-proportion discussions before resuming talks when the committee signals.
Internal Revenue Collector McClain of Philadelphia announces a key war revenue bill interpretation. The ruling holds the commissioner may redeem unused revenue stamps, arising from a New York firm purchase of thirty one stamps valued at 1000 each. The firm later found 31 stamps were needed, but redemption of the remaining stamps was denied.
The special term of the United States criminal court sits in Williamsport on Tuesday next with eighteen cases on the docket. Major case listed is United States vs HL F. Bogart, Wilkes-Barre portmaster, charged with unlawfully opening letters. Adolph and Simon Blu of Wilkes-Barre face multiple charges linked to earlier dealings tried in March. Lane's offers finest wines and cigars at 20 Spruce Street. Remham's Pilla No equal for constipation.
Benjamin J. Evans of Scranton, a member of Company D Fourth Illinois Infantry, writes of long marches in Manila, harsh heat, and heavy fighting. He notes sickness in his unit, estimates ten thousand soldiers ill, and describes a fierce engagement where insurgents were overwhelmed while artillery raked the area.
Advertises oak cases with portraits and endorsements of Emperors Empresses Princes Cardinals and Archbishops sent postpaid to readers who write to MARIANI & (0) 22 West 6th Street New York City and mention this paper.
A letter from a soldier describes ongoing fighting and brutal behavior by foes, the strain on soldiers, and the destruction of homes leaving the old and children homeless. The writer laments lack of quarters and rising taxes, notes a Sabbath bell, and closes with affection to family and readers.
William Joyce of South Scranton is jailed in New York City after stabbing Abe Cokely, a partner linked to the Jimmy Hope gang, during a confrontation at the Garden hotel. Joyce surrendered to police as Cokely lay dying from a chest wound. Joyce’s past as a Putnam House porter and his Scranton ties are noted.
A Lackawanna railroad picnic is set for Nichols Grove at Clerk's Summit to aid the Catholic chapel building fund. Rev. J J Feeley of Nicholson, ex cathedral pastor, leads arrangements with the John Boyle O'Reilly Council of the Young Men's Institute. A special train departs Clark's Summit at 9 45 for Scranton.
Charles J Reynolds George Jp Pirown and Mr Clearwater bought 25 acres in Dickson City borough from the Delaware Lackawanna and Western company for 25000 dollars. The Dickson City site lies on both sides of Throop boulevard and hosts the regimental rifle range.
Advance guard of delegates arrives from distant points with main contingent to follow. Decorations rush on Washington avenue block with electric illuminations, reviewing stand redesign, ticket sales set for tomorrow, and Roosevelt expected to attend labor event in Laurel Hill park. National Secretary Cantwell arrives today. President Parsons to reach Monday noon.
Reports say the celebrated figure known as the hero of San Juan is expected to arrive in the city on Monday, fueling anticipation among residents and visitors who recall past demonstrations of courage. A spokesman declined further details.
Patrick Herrity of West Boranton, a Parker for Harber Asphalt Company, was severely burned while repairing Washington Avenue between Vine and Mulberry streets. Heat reached 259 degrees as he fell face down, rescued by coworkers and taken to Lackawanna Hospital for treatment. He had recently returned to work after a prior burn.
The Lehigh Valley railroad launches a Labor Day excursion to Niagara Falls with a round trip fare of 4.05 from Scranton. Tickets valid Sept 2 and 3 on train No 3 on most trains, return by Sept 8. Toronto add‑on options offered via Niagara Falls tickets, including steamer or rail routes. Consult local ticket agents for details.
Travel details issue limited return tickets for most trains except the Black Diamond Express from September 11 to 12. Extended return by Philadelphia Joint Agent deposit and small fee, with one stop over each direction. Consult Lehigh Valley Ticket Agents for specifics.
Special excursion tickets are sold at all Lackawanna and Western stations for one way fare round trip for the National Encampment in Philadelphia Pennsylvania. Tickets available with deposit at Joint Armory Philadelphia between Sept 6 and 4 and a fifty cent fare with return extended to Sept 12. A special through train will depart from the PD L and W station to Philadelphia at 10 a.m. Sept 4.
Heating estimates cheerfully furnished on electrical and heating work. Most complete line of gas and electric fixtures in the city. Repair work given prompt attention.
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