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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 08, 1896

Page

3

Local Visit Roundup of Social Guests in the City

Tallie Morgan is in the city on a visit. Walter Fordham of Green Ridge has returned from Vermont. Mrs KS Dimmick's family hosts a visit for friends on the Brandywine. W OH Peek, cashier of the Third National Bank, and family have departed Cherirages for Mins. 1) 2. Call of No. ie Phenol mvenue hosts Minse. May Veederie of West Pittison is guest of Miss Alive tied det vie Weight. The Misten Warner of Goshen Indiana are guests at the home of Mr and Mrs W H Gearhart on Monroe avenue. Jiles Mallious, former Scrantenian, advertising manager for the Car and Philadelphia railway publication, called on friends in the city last evening.

W. OH. Peek Petursied Fron Cherirages Mir. M Kookive No. Ie T. Mosie Bar Hoheheiter Amnanith Hikeelty Woat Pitision Mixsexs Misten Warner Goshen Tmid Mir Gearhart Monroe

Horsford's Avid Phosphate Promotes Digestion Relief

Sick heads ache taken horsford's avid phosphate claims to remove the cause by stimulating stomach action. The advertisement asserts it promotes digestion and quiets the nerves as a remedy.

Horsford

Wagner To Professor and Mrs John V Wagner a son

A birth notice reports that Professor John V Wagner and his wife welcomed a son. Details on date and place are limited in the readable text. The headline confirms the family welcome in a formal society notice.

Cobb Mrs. Rove Cobb Dies at Mulberry Street Home

Funeral notice forthcoming for Mrs. Rove Cobb wife of I M Cobb aged 3 at 3 Mulberry Street with services to be announced.

Child Brutally Beaten by Father Arrest Follows

A 10 year old girl in Keyser Valley suffered bloodied injuries after her father Michael Shunders allegedly assaulted her and fled. Police tracked him to his home and arrested him, charging him with assault and holding him at West Stepolige station.

Keyser Valley Macy Shugberg Michael Shunders Tilly

Residents Turned Away From Seventieth Street Theatre Show

Yesterday at Davie Linden street theatre Hoy opened his Seventh Heastol show drawing crowds but many patrons were unable to enter as the gallery was crowded and seats scarce. Miss Robling returned with the same production and audiences praised her performance and the company. The curtain rose after six, the room filled, and the show will be repeated today and tomorrow.

Davie Linden Street Yester- Hoy Kho May Smith Trixie Miss Robbing Walter Williame George B. Dravis Keaerrer Upper Gillers Seti Ina MD AL Dive Tom Kershaw Mise Robling

Firemen's Outing Draws Small Crowd at Lake Ariel

The Lake Ariel firemen's union held an outing aimed at supporting the next state convention. A modest turnout, scattered food and drink, and leftovers were prepared for the event. Proceeds were planned to aid the committee and upcoming activities.

Lake Ariel Hilo Hooker Central Park Garden

Crash Deluge in Marout House Dining Room Wounds Guests

A plaster ceiling collapsed during supper at the Marout House, dropping onto a full dining table. Ten patrons were seated at that table. Mr Wetland, a crayon artist, suffered a serious head wound while Miss Decker cut both wrists. Others received minor cuts and bruises.

Marout House Wetland

Grand Jury Sessions Move to City Hall Chambers

Grand jury will begin sessions next Monday morning in the city hall chambers due to alterations to the court house. The sessions will be held in the common council chambers to provide room for the county court business.

Common Council

Grand Jury Session Sets Criminal Case Dispositions

The grand jury will stay in session and all criminal cases returned by the magistrates shall be disposed as directed. County commissioners approved the comment of Mayor Bailey and the council on these arrangements.

Bailey

Sowing the Wind Opens Season at the Academy of Music

The Academy of Music hosted the first modern metal drama of the season with Sowing the Wind, drawing large crowds as both matinee and evening shows sold out. Miss Mand Edina Hall played Rosamond with praised artistry while Marian Chulders, Herbert F. Sears, J. Edwin Green, Marshall Stedman, and Walter Keen were highlighted among the cast.

Academy of Music Mand Edina Hall Rosamond Marian Chulders Herbert Fr. Sears J. Edwin Grewn Marshall Stedman Walter Keen

German Visit Ends as Scranton Hosts Saengerfest Farewell

The Saengerfest visitors from Germany depart Scranton after a lively excursion day with about 1,000 people. Trains depart for New York as Schuberts and Liederknits perform. Bauer's band adds to the festivity and locals praise the Scranton Lieder knit's entertainment quality.

Scranton Ofehowk New York Willies Larry Arte Ainman Dourk Cadella Schuberts Wilkes-Barre Carbondale Honesdale Penneylvanville Bauer Germany Poovedock Speci Delaware Hudson Lehigh Valley

Four criminal cases heard before Alderman Millar

Maury Denlry of Taylor faced charges for damaging property and windows in his house and was released from jail. Anthony Rephihowski posted bail of 400 for swearing at the hearing. Leon J. Olehefaki linked to trouble at a Polish church. Nicholas B. Huber charged with defrauding Mrs. Slibey and bound to bail. Welix Shafiuski held on assault and threats to Kolsky in South Side Sudgon.

Millar Maury Denlry Taylor Shewie Jill Traylor Sac Anthony Rephihowski Allerwa Deneve Leon J. Olehefaki Dan Che Nicholas BB. Huber Dda Slibey

Man Struck by Car Near Olyphant and Heckville

Carlo Tito, a Polimler, was hit crossing the road between Olyphant and Heckville by a Peekwille pie driven by conductor Gilroy. Thomas Foy witnessed the crossing as the bell warned, Tito received minor injuries and was transported to Lackawanna Hospital.

Carlo Tito Ce Ductor Thyo Kroekins Lackiwanna Hospital

Jewish New Year Observed with Temple Services

The Jewish New Year began at six yesterday evening and ends at six this evening. Religious services are held at the Linden Street temple. Rabbi Puerlecht preached on "The Great Problems of Life" and another sermon titled "Sacrifice of Israel" followed. Many city businesses close during the holiday.

Linden Street Puerlecht Israel

Lillian Russell to Open Frothingham Season with New Opera

The Frothingham opens next Monday with Lillian Russell in An American Beauty. Last night Tony Farrell performed Garry Owen to a fair audience, many leaving yet satisfied with the showing at the house.

Lillian R Russell The Frothingham the Frothingham Lillian Russell Tony Farrell Garry Owen

Lohmanns on Spruce Street Serves Meals and Lunches All Day

An old advertisement notes meals and cold lunches available at Lohmanns on Spruce Street with regular dinner priced at 40 cents and offerings of imported and domestic wines cigars and liquors.

Lohmann'’s Spruce Street

Labor Day Parade and Lincoln Park Picnic in Scranton

Scranton observed Labor Day with an afternoon parade of union societies led by Grand Marshal Stephen H B Price and a later Lincoln Park picnic. The parade drew about a thousand marchers and hundreds of spectators, but the picnic attendance was below expectations due to a route change near Madison and Pine streets. Speakers included John Williams and C B Johnson, with Williams later praising unity and avoiding political talk.

Scranton Lincoln Park Dunmore Central Labor Union Rtlers Beranton United Labor Franklin Avenue Stephen HB. Price James McLane Charles W. Wilhelm John Minerich Alr. Stone Lawrence Band James Oh Rolley Donna Williams Milea Edmund Hichinson Nelson O.teets Labor Day Committee John M. Knowlton Labor Dy Committee Blaters’ Union Stone Masone’ Union Laceweavers’ Union Hricklayers’ Union Plasterers’ Union Clurmakers’ Union Tinnere’ Union Paintere’ Union Trrat Carpenters’ Union Stonemasons 'Union Plumbers’ Union Iron Moulders’ Union Typographical Union Visiting Clerks’ Association Scranton Clerks’ Association Boilermakers’ Union Stone Cutters’ Union Scranton Progressive Union Laithers’ Uniim Brotherhod Porrest Bine Keach Industrial News Ceiateal Watin Lackiwaanni Avenue Adens Avenue Linden Street Washington Avenue Wilve Street Jefferson Avenue Pine Street Madison Vee Madison Avenue Adium Avenue C. B. Johnson John Williams The Carpenters’ Ma Joiners’ Union of Area Williams State Assembly New York

Lawrence Hanley Supporting Lilian Lewis in New Comedy

Lawrence Hanley, special associate to Lilian Lewis, stars in her new comedy An Looncent Alyner at the Academy tonight. He previously understudied Booth and Harrell on their famous tour and is known for The Player where his Dr. Jacob is a naturalistic villain. The production aims for sharp, credible dark characterization.

Lawrence Hanley Lilian Lewis Alyner Academy Tonight Booth Harrell Dr. Jacob Ares Jacob

Class system to dominate piano instruction at Pennington's school

The Boston era expert notes class instruction yields better results than private lessons and praises Madame Marchesi for using the method. Mendelssohn cited the benefit of group hearing. J Alfred Pennington’s school will adopt the class system for piano organ and harmony with private lessons optional. The school opens Thursday at 301 Madison Avenue corner Linden Park Church.

Europe America Boston Madame Marchesi Paris Mendelssohn Severns Prom J. Alfred Pennington Madison Avenue Corner Linden Elin Park Church

Cure a Cold in One Day Remedy Ad Claim

An old advertisement touts fixative Brome Quinine Tablets and McGarrah's Insect Powder with a money back promise if the cold fails. It warns against bulk sales and urges asking your dealer for the products priced at 25 and 10 cents.

Aldriggisty McGarrah

Silverware Rexford's Auction and Sale Today

Staple silverware offered at unusual prices awaits buyers. Local shop promotes diverse useful articles in silver with special discounts and limited stock available today.

Knives and forks sale price for limited days

A short ad notes kitchen cutlery at a bargain. It promotes two day pricing offering Bix knives and forks for a combined two dollar forty price, highlighting the temporary discount and value to shoppers.

Spoons and cutlery deal advertised with safety warning

An ad promotes six spoons for a price and a satin lined box set including knife fork and spoon. It warns of a child using a cree knife and potential throat cutting, urging parents to buy a silver plated knife fork and spoon set instead.

6 in a box arabesque pattern and heavily plated

Fragments describe an item with six in a box, an arabesque pattern and heavy silver plate. The note invites acquisition soon, asking for a price or asset timing.

Orange prep tips with halved fruit and spoons

A vendor touts orange serving tips and a new set of spoons priced at $12. A satin lined box is advertised with a meat fork to complete cold meat platters. Rogers' goods promotes durable spoons including a cheaper option at $1.25.

Rogers

Rogers satin lined gravy spoons sale

Today only six William Rogers gravy spoons in satin lined boxes offered at a dollar and a quarter per set. Buyers pay the regular price but may obtain a satin lined set today. Limited to one day with a chance to purchase at the advertised value.

Pri Touay William Rogers Hetsel E.m.hetsel Lackawanna Ave Scranton

Let Us Fit Your Boy In Strong Durable Suits

A local shop offers boys suits described as nice strong durable and stylish inviting parents to bring their sons in for fitting and selection of reliable wardrobe pieces.

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