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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1896
Page
7
John J. Farr celebrates securing delegates at his office on Jackson Street as supporters pack the room. HH. O. Hettes and others speak urging active effort for the upcoming convention while Farr thanks admirers for backing his candidacy.
Property owners on the 1800 block Church avenue plan to notify City Engineer Phillips of the street’s impassable condition since the sower was laid by Flannaghbon and O’Hara. They demand the grade be reestablished or the street fully elated or redeveloped for sale. Street Commissioner Kingaley said repairs are city work. Nearby, officers arrested three women at a disturbance on Amelia street.
Claiming use by millions of mothers for over fifty years, the advertisement touts Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as soothing teething pain, softening gums, and curing diarrhoea. It urges buyers to demand the product and not accept any other brand. The text lists 25 cent bottles and notes Tooke and Supplies on 457 Spruce Street as a point of sale.
The piece urges patriotic voters to inform themselves and compare doctrines across parties, including Gold, Silver, Tariff and Free Trade. It notes the availability of a complete handbook of public political information edited by Lawrence F. Prescott, offered with any suit purchase.
Daylong disruptions on the South Side line saw outbound cars packed with passengers from 1.49 to 7.40 and inbound cars crowded until after 10 oclock. Dunmore’s Mornings Glories faced Minooka on Brickyard Grounds while the Narmonies met Minooka on Corny grounds. Large crowds attended both games marking a historic surge in attendance. Local life items include Mr and Mrs Peter Dipore celebrating twenty fifth anniversary, Edward Kyaler returning to duties after a ve, and a funeral for a five year old child of Mrs John Freitag. The region notes school openings and renovated secondary buildings, ongoing court matters, a pending attorney general sanction, and an equity suit by Mrs Mary Lally against Patrick and Mary Moran over a disputed deed from 1857.
Members of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union who attended the convention at Moscow are listed by name. The report notes various locals in Society columns including Misses, Mrs, and Mr figures, a few travel updates, and church meeting plans at the Ridge Evangelical annex this evening. Several residents are mentioned with casual notes on illness travel and vacations.
Mrs T W Hendrickson returns from Waymart. Eilith and Lillie Simons visit Lake Ariel. Mulving and Renn Don aldden back in New York after eight weeks with aunt Mrs J B Hobday. Webbers visit New Haven. Loula Daycock travels to Oxford for a sister’s funeral. infant son of Mr and Mrs Fred Mloro dies at Drinker Street home. Rev L F Obbdns addresses Loyal Temperance Lesson. Rev A B Neal to lecture. Mrs Aiwen Goble visiting Ma and Mr David Hoste. youths honor Prof Coster at Little Bre. Abr road Alpe red Boma returns from Lake Ariel. social by TunMore Timinch of Boranton ChristianKn onvor society tomorrow. Miss Flomnee Welhar returns home after Moose trip.
J Z McAndrew of Olyphant called in town yesterday. The remains of an infant of Thomas Richardson were interred in Minooka cemetery yesterday. A warm reception will honor John J O Neill tonight at Calleys Arcade by the Welcome Social club. A large crowd will greet him after a successful season. A child of Martin Lyder died Saturday evening. funeral occurred yesterday and interment was in Minooka Catholic cemetery. Mr and Mrs Howard Pax of White Haven are visiting here.
The grand jury sessions begin at 10 am in City Hall with attendees required to appear. District Attorney John B. Jones will use the committee room for a private office. Equity court opens in the court home arbitration room until the U S courtroom is secured, with postmaster Wendling awaiting Washington confirmation.
Thieves hid in the cellar during the Saturday rush at Prank Bonin’s saloon on Lackawanna Avenue then fled with a cash register and a new hat. John Burke and Michael Cadden were arrested nearby for drunkenness and possessing drink making gear. Bartender Bronk Smith identified his missing hat among the suspects and aided police.
Patrick Long of Priceburg, a minor in Johnson's No. b shaft, died from severe burns after a gas explosion at the wharf while workers were eating midday. John Haumbach is dying, his recovery uncertain. They had returned to move a truck when a hidden gas cloud ignited, causing a fatal blast.
Patrick Cannon and John Kane of Olyphant hired a carriage from W F Mead of that town for a ride. They returned without the carriage claiming it was broken and abandoned it along the road. Mead pursued the matter and a suit resulted in a verdict of zero against the defendants.
The Tribune disclaims responsibility for opinions by contributors. A letter from J Carvey and others defends T P Letchworth against claims, stating personal belief in his integrity and noting misrepresentation in public prints. Read Williams' Business College ad and market notes for Dec 12, 2011.
A wall street review notes a weak market with declines of 1 percent early, then some recovery as shorts supported prices. Sugar and Manhattan led losses while several active issues edged down, with overall net changes showing losses near one percent. Philadelphia reporting lines mention steady provisions and varied quotes across meat products and related goods.
New York markets opened with mixed tones as grains and meats showed limited movement. Prices for corn and lard edged higher while pork and butter remained steady, and several futures contracts drifted within narrow ranges amid sparse near term demand.
Cattle sales at Union Stock Yards August 2 show cattle steady for choice grades while other weights and packing shipper needs push prices. Texans and western herds trade firm with occasional weak spots, with steers and cows varying by grade and delivery. Lower quality cattle sell for reduced values as market activity reflects steady demand for select lots.
In a fragmented 1920s style rural market note, traders discuss demand shifts and weather impacts. References point to livestock prices, sales at the market, and notes on buyers and sellers like Ghali and Tike, with uncertain figures and a mention of 320 dollars.
The Republican party of the First legislative district Lackawanna county will meet in St. Cavil's hall North Main Avenue Scranton Pa Tuesday afternoon Sept 1 at 2 o'clock to nominate a candidate to represent the district in the state legislature W Paine chairman John H de Nol os secretary
Delegates of the Fourth district Lackawanna County republicans meet at Legarde Mi Peck Ville Pa on September 19 1896 at 3 00 pm to nominate a state representative for the November 4 1896 election. Voting at regular polling places from 6 00 pm to 7 00 pm. J A Jones chairman and Samuel S Jones secretary.
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