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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1898
Page
3
Our School Shoes for this Fall and Winter are made expressly for us. We have selected stock put in them, and are made on fitting last. We have them in stock to fit your boys and girls so their needs can be easily remedied. If too busy, or can't come with them, send them to us, they will be properly fixed up or money refunded.
Evening items include Rev. James McLeod to lead the First Presbyterian prayer meeting, court viewers sought for a new sewer district in Leverage ward, Dr H B Ware wins a bicycle at Monce’s cigar drawing, and street work to lay sidewalks on Lyserne Street.
Attorney W. J. Douglas presided as Forum adjourned for two months. Members present included BR. A. Weekes A. Kaufman H. Wilbur D. L. Wilson F. C. Baker 2h. Haendiges F. W. Dodge L. W. Barnes W. Zimmerman G. J. Alexander and W. Wells. After adopting the revised constitution and by-laws and selecting new members the group planned an opening debate for September 27 on the topic: Has the Anglo American Alliance been advantageous to the United States with Weeks and Baker for the affirmative Wilbur and Zimmerman for the negative and D. L. Wilson delivering an address.
The annual fire department parade and inspection plans announced with route hints and equipment upgrades under Chief Hickey. The line of march likely starts on Mulberry Street and includes several cross streets ending with a city hall review. Improvements include a three horse hitch for the Hook and Ladder truck and more modern uniforms for additional companies. About ten bands and five visiting companies expected, with badges awaiting distribution.
The Bulletin prints letters from Willam McKinley and Rev. C T Brady praising the army and navy Christian commission organized by the International committee of the Young Men's Christian associations. They commend food work and the tents' helpful presence for soldiers and sailors.
Actress Belle Archer, a well known Scranton figure, has begun divorce proceedings from Herbert A. Archer. The case filed in Bayonne, New Jersey cites desertion and non support as grounds. Archer serves in the British consular service.
The Scranton school board as directed by the board of control filed a suit in assumpsit through solicitor David J. Reedy against the city to recover police fines alleged to belong to the school district. The claim totals about $7,000 for six years. A Wyoming County Fair notice follows for Tunkhannock September 11 to 16 with reduced Lehigh Valley rates via ticket agents.
An old soldier from St. Augustine Florida recounts how Ayer's Ague Cure cured fever and ague during a Kansas campaign before the war. He credits the remedy with preventing relapse through years of service in thirteen states.
Anthracite commandery No 20 Knights of Malta held an all night session in the Guernsey building on Washington avenue to confer twelve degrees on seventy seven novices. Grand Recorder Pierce of Philadelphia aided by local officers finished the work by daylight with a 1.15 am start after a recess and supper at Mitchells dining rooms.
The night extended to six this morning as ten more degrees were conferred by George H. Pierce and officers including O. B. Ridgway, W. Bartlett, and W. J. Uthman. Seven dozen novices pushed Anthracite Commandery to 407 members, among Lackawanna’s largest fraternal bodies. Supreme convocation is set for Oct 18–20 in Washington, D C.
A regular board of directors meeting of the Young Men's Christian Association was held yesterday afternoon in the association rooms. Only routine business was transacted. The proposed new building was not discussed, with the group focusing on minor and unim portant association affairs.
New Haven September 1 The national bicycle meet at Elm City park drew about 3000 spectators. Major Taylor displayed speed in key events winning the one mile national championship final after a fast stretch. Gardner and Gardiner also placed in various races amid uneven times and notable sprint comebacks.
Yesterday arrangements continued for the boxing bout between Mysterious Billy Smith and Jim Judge to decide the world welterweight title. The match is targeted for Monday night September 4. Manager Jack Skelly and American Sporting Club officials secured ticket pledges and expect the bout to be held here. Smith hopes to win at least a $1000 purse, while Judge aims for the title with a single decisive blow and the chance to gain much more. Judge has trained a week, riding six miles daily and boxing at Eckel gym each afternoon.
A first of its kind case in Lackawanna County sits before arbitrators Thomas P. Duffy B F Tinkham and J C Manning. George F. Smith sues William Cusick hotel proprietor for 10000 claiming the death of Herbert Smith resulted from drinking at Cusick s after intoxication. Testimony cites alcohol as the cause of death with coroner reports giving heart failure.
A court petition asks enlarging Old Forge Township Second district by annexing Sibley Austin Heights and Bush Patch from the First district. Second currently has 40 votes versus First's 600 plus. Claim cites election board overload with many voters turned away at polls on election day.
No new developments noted in the Atlantic League action. The report states that the action was not reported in this entry and that there are no updates to relay.
Report says Scranton won a league berth at a Philadelphia meeting on Monday as Sandy Griffin heads home to Fayetteville and Dan Shannon remains in Wilkes-Barre. No official word had reached local baseball men by late in the day.
Michael McCaffrey a native of Arch bald died in St Louis where he had lived fifteen years He served five years in the US Army and participated in Indian campaigns Funeral and interment will occur in St Louis Blanche infant daughter of Mr and Mrs James Masters died after a short illness from convulsions Funeral from the Pyne residence tomorrow at 2 00 pm Interment at Forest Home cemetery Taylor timeframe.
Harrisburg report states Governor Hast ing has instructed Private Secretary Pelt ler to assemble complete lists of Pennsylvania soldiers sick in hospitals at Fortress Monroe Washington Barracks New York and Philadelphia after return from Porto Rico Several missing soldiers have been located with governor staff assisting in compiling the roster.
Isaac Long prominent Wilkes-Barre businessman died suddenly at 121 South Franklin. Born February 22 1843 in Pretafeld Bavaria he came to America as a child and later returned to Wilkes-Barre to run the dry goods and carpet firm of Sut ton. He married Dora Rosenbaum in 1863 and is survived by his wife two daughters Ella and Sarah and three sisters. Funeral is planned for Thursday. Also noted was the death of W E Harris of West Scranton age 62 at 219 North Garfield Avenue. He was born in North Wales and resided in the area most of his life.
Died Harris In Weet Scranton Sept 11 Ink W P Harrie 2 years old funeral tomorrow at 2 0 clock from 019 North Garfield Interment Washburn Street Cemetery Masters Blanche infant daughter of Mr and Mrs James Masters died Sept 1 16 funeral Thursday at 2 Interment Forest Home Cemetery Taylor
Wide selection of medium and high class fabrics including bengalines poplins coverts tailor serges French broad cloths cheviots and other latest styles offered at the lowest prices. Strictly a shopping note highlighting variety and value for shoppers.
A catalog listing describes Silk fabrics including changeable Glasse Taffeta, Black Warp Lustrous Taffeta in checks stripes and plaids, interwoven with Silver Satin bars and stripes, plus Heavy Black Satin Brocade.
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