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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1898
Page
3
A reflective note on children judging peers by attire. It argues fairness in appearances and the impact of clothing costs on self image, suggesting a modest outlay can lessen social differences between boys and girls.
In the Penn Avenue Baptist church on Saturday Howard Trezise Wuk married Miss Inn, both residents of the city, with Rev. Rd. Pierce officiating.
Florence Crittenton home notes August donations from numerous individuals and local businesses. Contributions include food produce, clothing items, lumber, church offerings, and medical services. The list names Mrs. W. H. Taylor, Price & Co, Green Ridan Lumber, Baptist and Providence churches, and several donors.
A blaze broke out early Saturday at the South mill of the Lackawan na Iron and Steel company, damaging the roof and about five thousand dollars of property. Fire crews from the city battled ten streams of water until 7 a.m. to halt the flames, with repairs expected to finish by week’s end and mill operations resuming soon.
W G Parke of North Adams Avenue met his son Norman Parke in New York after the Governors troop arrived from Porto Rico aboard the Mississippi. Norman is serving as a mounted orderly for Colonel Castelman of the First Kentucky infantry in San Juan. Charles Post and Layton Shack also traveled with the Mississippi and are reported in good health. Norman Parke's dog Jack accompanied the troop back to New York with Ar Parke.
Scranton delegates report a strong showing at Pittsburg gathering of the state Republican leagues and clubs. BF Robathan was elected vice president and Milton W Lowry joined the executive committee as attendance reaches 108 clubs, the largest since 1862. Webster Davis of Missouri addressed the mass meetings at Schenley Park.
Private Edwards of Company F Thirteenth regiment left Scranton early Sunday for Fort Columbus New York to report after a W day furlough on Levount of lines. He was accompanied by Francis Bevan David Hopking and his brother David Edwards. Other Scranton members of the Thirteenth recovering from typhoid fever have been directed to trap at Fort Columbus New York.
Large Elm Park Church crowd hears Rev Dr Giffin discuss the text Revelation 22 1 3 and the idea there is no more sea. He confesses he is a poor sailor yet uses the ocean to illustrate its beauty danger and historical influence on nations and peoples.
An old veteran from St Augustine Florida recounts how Ayer's Ague Cure cured fever and ague during a Kansas farm outbreak before the war. He claims all 20 men in his group recovered and he never again suffered the illness in thirteen states he later lived in.
Dr Redwell recounts a patient with long term dyspepsia finding instant relief from Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets after four boxes. The remedy, described as safe for all ages, claims to cure indigestion biliousness constipation and stomach derangements without side effects. Manufactured by the Stuart Co Marshall Mich distributed by druggists at fifty cents a pack.
The author warns against foreign influence and immigration, arguing that the sea and ships bring danger and undermine national institutions. He cites ships carrying cabin and steerage passengers and depicts a grim future where Atlantic and Pacific aid fades, leaving unity impossible and greed unchecked.
A Bush meeting hosted by Howard Place African Methodist Episcopal church drew a larger crowd than last Sunday at Nuy Ang park. Pastor H. A. Grant preached on Atonement from John 17: The venerable Father Nelson led prayers and Jeremiah Logan gave a brief exhortation. The singing was notably fine.
A gold watch three gold rings and $25 were stolen from the Porter residence on Weat Lackawanna Avenue between Saturday noon and Sunday 2am. Alphonsus and Mrs Porter run a coffee house on Ventre Street and found the break upon return. A window was left open and investigators note items were removed from a trunk.
Scranton won the bid to host the national convention of letter carriers. Delegates voted 37 to 24 over Baltimore, after a spirited Scranton campaign that secured the meeting for the city next year.
Died Fenner of West Beranton September 11 Proik Fenner a minor at the residence corner Price and Chestnut. Hudson of West Beranton September 2 William Hudson 2 years old funeral tomorrow morning. Lynott of Beranton September 1 Jamet Lynott at the residence of his mother Ann Lynott 91 Gibson Street. Moninger In West Scranton Sept 11 Ish infant child of Mr and Mrs Charles Moninger of New Garfeld Avenue funeral Tuesday morning from the residence interment at Gouldsbory.
Officials of the American Sporting club seek to host the Judge versus Billy Smith fight in Scranton with a £1000 winner guarantee plus a $1000 side bet. Ticket pledges are being gathered at $5 and lower floor seating priced to attract buyers, aiming to close the match for Monday night at Music Hall. Smith trains eagerly in Brooklyn while Judge prepares, and Robby Dobbs may arrive to train with Judge. The notice ends with a local critique of Lake Ariel coverage and a rebuke from Mrs. Adaline Reemor of Scranton.
George Depuy a Scranton Railway employee began his first trip as a regular conductor when his foot slipped while boarding a departing car. His leg was badly bruised between knee and ankle but no bones were broken. Dr Longstreet treated him before he returned home to Moscow.
Court sessions resume after summer vacation with equity court and a grand jury entering deliberations. Several important cases are on the equity docket and many motions are expected in the first hour. Judges may hand down multiple opinions as the day unfolds.
Tomorrow the Sunday school convention of the Abington association will be held in the Baptist church at Clifton ford. Sessions are planned for morning afternoon and evening. On Wednesday and Thursday the ninety first anniversary of the Abington Baptist association will be observed in the same church.
Help is wanted when nerves grow weak and appetite fails Hood's Sarsaparilla claims to enrich blood and nourish the body. Hood's Pills are described as easy to take and operate aiding indigestion and sick headache.
Westcott announces a Tuesday auction at 4 Penn Avenue corner Ludden Street for fine Turniture carpete snalding and tile salesroom items. The crowd may view at Wa'clock window and doors by LL. bowls are first class and a novelty in elegant furniture. Free city delivery offered for items.
Readers submit brief opinions under a policy that letters must be accompanied by the writer’s name for publication The column notes the Teibung is not responsible for opinions expressed by contributors.
Reader voices dismay at Tribune coverage of the Madisonville picnic held in August. The correspondent questions the accuracy of the report and notes that no beer was sold on the grounds, urging clarification and a quiet Sunday.
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