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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1900
Page
7
A jumble of items covers funeral plans for Willig, bankruptcy case in progress, a certificate filing for nominating county officials, payroll updates for rail and sugar concerns, a postponed event at Hotel Reefer, a derrick accident injuring John T. Vows, and city political notices.
Mothers of children with croup or severe cold urged to use Chamberlain's Croup Remedy. It contains no opiate or narcotic and can be given confidently to babies. The remedy has earned wide praise and approval in the United States and abroad, with Matthew Bros listed as wholesalers and retailers.
Donations totaling 91 00 are listed from several supporters aiding Cresco Summer Tome Home. The season ends Tuesday due to limited funds, with twenty three women and children benefiting and managers thanking contributors for their support.
Miners weigh a possible work stoppage with optimistic hopes to avert a strike while district leaders meet in Hagleton to seek arbitration. Communities brace for impact as coal stocks and deliveries are adjusted and mass meetings are planned by the Mine Workers' Union.
Tenor Pooren Mary Capekon Surte Reintlich wit Mary Seeingell were yesterday arraigned by Detective Lynne Seidman of the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western railroad, charged with trespass on the Lackawanna cuts. They allegedly entered a vara containing grain at Taylor and stole quantities of the cores. Alderman Millar fined each defendant $5 and the costs.
The Conservatory of Music at 04 Linden Street plans a reopening with day and evening classes starting Monday in September.
A typhoid fever outbreak has swept Scranton and surrounding areas with multiple hospital patients and deaths. Officials cite poor drainage and adulterated milk as possible causes. August reports show several new cases and at least three deaths, with more feared as the month progresses.
Last evening thousands crowded the school's rooms from 8 to 14 o'clock for the seventh annual reunion and informal reception. Lawrence's orchestra played while visitors toured departments, greeted former classmates, and enjoyed the music. Professors Buck and Whitmore were praised for the well equipped quarters. day and evening sessions start Monday with expected record enrollment.
The -year-old daughter of Patrick Duffy of Putnam street died yesterday at Moses Taylor hospital from burns received Thursday when her clothing caught fire while removing a pan from the kitchen stove. Remains were taken to her state home and burial is planned at Cathedral cemetery tomorrow.
A refined boot advert promises comfort and elegance with Ma hon's Queen Quality line. The message highlights ease of wear and a genteel style suitable for daily use and dress occasions.
The Bal lot Reform association of Northeastern Pennsylvania organized with Colonel F L Hitchcock as president and Colonel Herman Osthaus as vice president. Officers include W Browning secretary and Dolph B Atherton treasurer. They plan to seek pledges from legislative candidates to support ballot reform and to study district boundaries with aims to curb election fraud. Attendees included H M Flores J A Lansing J W Browning J W Howarth and D B H Atherton.
Rising coal demand due to looming strike fears has Scranton residents rushing winter coal orders. One firm reported 600 ahead purchases and near inability to supply. The rush strains animal power as horses and mules haul heavy loads up steep hills, raising animal cruelty concerns.
An ad fragment describes Mahon’s Queen Quality shoes sold at WX Lackawanna Avenue. The brief text hints at a fashion retail listing with brand and location but lacks full details or context.
Carbondale High School faces court action as Professor William Bryden seeks an injunction to prevent directors led by Hughes Moon and Hockenberry from blocking his return as principal. The injunction cites earlier board votes and alleged disruptions on September 4. Hearing is set for Wednesday morning.
Archbald school board fights Archbald Water Co over shutoff after a building opening. Board says water was cut off. water company cites reckless waste from janitor and leaky plumbing. A rule for a preliminary injunction was granted. hearing scheduled for Wednesday morning with counsel Hon. John P. Quinnan and I. H. Burns.
Attorney Tt. H. Holgate filed a libel in divorce for David Jones of Spring Brook seeking separation from his wife Elisabeth Jones whom he wed May 11 1897 and who deserted him. The complaint states the alleged desertion occurred March 1 1892 and lists the respondent as a sister of Mrs May Williams Rinaland.
Robert W. Geseler, an incorrigible boy, was yesterday committed to the house of refuge by Judges Archibald and Kelly on petition of his parents who say they cannot manage him. Frank M. Spencer and Charles W. Robbing yesterday NMled with Prothonotary John Copeland. a certificate of partnership Robbins & Spencer, general millers, with offices in Scranton.
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