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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1902
Page
3
The county’s registers of voters returned their books to the county commissioners yesterday marking the completion of the annual reporting process. The action records turnout data and preparation for upcoming elections within the county.
Jacob Angesky and John Chopski were yesterday committed to the county jail by Justice Plekerell of Old Forge on charges of larceny and receiving.
Grammar pupils may receive certificates of admission to the high school by applying at the office of George Phil Hips Superintendent of City Schools.
The light and water committee of the common council will meet at seven o’clock tonight to discuss ordinances inviting a franchise to the Lackawanna Light and Heat company.
Justice of the Peace A L Wideman sent a group to the county jail for investigation after trespass allegations at Sickler's pond. Suspects named are Jozeph Shirak Samuel Walinsky Peter Moran and Will Vanisky in Greenfield township.
The couple marked their forty fifth anniversary with a Monday dinner on Wyoming Avenue attended by relatives and intimate friends. Mr Bo Benjamin is 67 and Mrs Benjamin is 66.
Fred Wittack was held on bail and fined $10 before Alderman Ruilidy on charges of larceny by billee and cruelty to animals. Charles Fisher of Prink Avenue said Wittack rented his horse, and both abused and refused to return the animal.
An open meeting of pattern workers in Industrial hall last night was attended by Organizer Hugh Frayne and Central Labor union President John H. Devine. Arrangements are under way for another gathering next week with National President Wilson of Erie expected to attend.
Hugh Haley and John O' Boyle were arrested by Captain Williams and Patrolman Weber near Vine Street and Oakford court while attempting to dispose of brass. Authorities claim the metal was stolen from the Delaware Lackawanna and Western company.
Unofficial averages from the American and National Leagues printed in Monday’s North American show Jack Dunn of this city leading both third basemen and shortstops in the National League. He has also been batting well recently for New York.
John Rogers of Cipouse Avenue appeared before Alderman M J Ruddy on a charge of illicit relations with Mrs Mary Duggan. The case was adjourned with Rogers discharged as he was held on bail Monday night by Magistrate Millar. Rogers has a wife in Poland and Mrs Duggan, also Polish, has a husband in Plymouth.
David L Stark was held for court by Alderman Kasson on assault and battery and aggravated assault charges preferred by William Hall. Both men are milkmen. Hall alleges Stark struck him with a ragged edged stone after a disputed bottle of cream.
The uniformed rank of Anthracite commandery No 2H Knights of Malta travels to Elmhurst tonight to visit commandery No 46. About thirty members led by Sir Knight Commander F Altemose will form the local delegation. A recent drill occurred in Malta hall. plans for a new commandery at Honesdale have been temporarily abandoned.
The Misses Merrill's Private School for primary and intermediate pupils reopened on Monday September 2008 on Jefferson Avenue.
Rev Andrew Jones, a proclaimed colored seer, spoke in a local tabernacle about visions of future disasters. He denied predicting a tidal wave for Atlantic City and warned of a coming war between England and the United States, claiming the clash would devastate seashore towns from New York to Atlantic City.
There are one thousand frames of artistic gilt design for sale at Schriever's Studio located at 110 Wyoming Avenue. The sale runs two days only on Thursday and Friday September 4 and 5, presenting a sensational selling event.
Schriever offers 11x14 gilt frames at special sale priced as a close out on Thursday and Friday. The promotion highlights a 6c frame bar and ibe branding in the event.
Mrs Mary Lukan of Cupouse avenue posted 100 bail before Alderman Buasley on the charge of selling liquor on Sunday. Mrs Mary Lapatyner of Driving Park hotel posted 500 bail before Alderman Kasson on the same charge. Joseph Spitzer of 109 Penn avenue held on 500 bail by Alderman Ruddy. Fred Bulmer of Mountain Lake held on 500 bail by Alderman Ruddy. Warrants issued by Alderman Bailey and served by Constable Huffling.
Temple Iron company promises a $1000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons who shot and seriously injures two employees at the Edgerton colliery on Monday night August 18 1902. B Thorne general manager.
Gilt frames valued at seven dollars for sale on Thursday and Friday at 10 Wyoming Avenue. Auction spans September 4 and 5 with frames available to bidders.
Mrs. Theresa Malarcini of Linden street faced a magistrate on a charge of malicious mischief after mistaking a child s toy automatic dog for a real animal. The dog’s squeal and broken bisque head followed her frightened handling. she paid costs and will have the toy repaired.
Effective half tones and line cuts for cards and advertising are available at The Tribune office. Quick service and unmatched quality are promised with low rates. A trial order is suggested. 15c buys a 75c picture frame at Schriever's Special Frame Sale.
The grand jury meets next Monday with about 1 900 to 1 400 cases to consider and over 1 000 transcripts filed. Cases involve riot threats and assault from strike unrest, plus investigations into deaths at Old Forge including Liugel Tenazzia and Francesco Cerra. Several suspects and a police officer are in custody or sought as proceedings begin.
Special work focuses on character building and college and business preparation. Certificate awarded by colleges. Co educational with emphasis on ornamental branches. Superior dormitories, science hall, chapel, dining room, gym, athletic field. Preparatory program at $300 yearly. Catalog from L. L. Sprague D D president Evergreen Corn, lie, doz. Coursen.
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