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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1894
Page
8
We placed orders when mood was down and raw materials cheap to secure well made goods at the lowest prices. Several blankets from last season, slightly soiled, are marked down at least 25 percent below general prices to clear stock quickly.
A broad collection of novelty silks showcases beautiful colors and handsome, graceful designs. The range is larger than ever and prices are notably lower than in previous years.
A large line of women's and children's hosiery has just arrived with prices lower than ever. The listing promises value on seasonable stockings and supports the store’s push for quick turnover.
Mrs Isaac Heas recovered enough to go on the porch Sunday. Miss Nellie Hess remains critically ill with pneumonia. Frank Lease has resumed work after illness. Mr and Mrs Jacob Knesky of Tonkhannock visit relatives. A new hose company has twenty pledges with several paying fees. Plus local miscellany on horse color change and several residents visiting relatives.
Citizens threaten protest as Pittston reform council debates Barber Asphalt Paving bid for cobblestone foundation on Main and Water Street. Questions over absence of concrete references spark accusations of sharp wording and possible favoritism. Local editorials and Electric Bitters plug wrap the contentious scene.
On Wednesday she will be a bridesmaid at the wedding of Misa Lanterbaol, her former roommate at Wilson College. Mrs. John Murrin returns from a visit with friends in Minera Attila, Ava. Martha Soarief of West Pittsion visits Carbondale relatives. Employees of the Rendrick Manufacturing Company were paid on Saturday.
William W. Watkins Jr died after injuries on a Delaware and Hudson coal train at Lanesboro. Funeral set for Monday afternoon. The Masons announce a winter program with speakers and concerts starting Oct 28, Nov 5, Nov 10, Nov 28, Dec 9, featuring Rev. Conwell, Old Homestand quartet, Rev. Willetts, Col. Sanborn, Ovide Music Concerts, and visiting artists. T. J. McTighe begins as Hotel American clerk. Local clergymen push temperance sermons. Rev. Charles J. Bittisher presided at Trinity Church. Mr. and Mrs. William Bingham return from Canada trip. Miss Deale Watt visits in Huntington.
A clash between slate-pickers from Torr's breaker and a Mermond's worker escalated at noon, with both sides pelted rocks toward the opposite street, endangering passersby and nearby property. Storra's group has led aggression the past days, drawing complaints to Superintendent Bowmin who vows to halt the activity. Nearby residents and townsfolk note ongoing alley ball craze and social visits, with mushrooms reported plentiful and a pleasant gathering at Edward Briggs's Dickson home.
The Elmhurst board of tracts will hold a regular meeting tomorrow evening. Asa Keeler and family from Tankhannock visit Mrs. Mary Lowder. C. Clay, lately homebound, attended the Baptist revival at Clark's Green last week. A. A. Robinson leaves for Baltimore to resume medical studies. Mrs. Mary Snyder and daughter Helen were hosted by A. G. Schoonmaster. John Swartz erects cowling pockets near the Erie and Wyoming Valley depot. A surprise party honored Arthur Robinson last Thursday evening. Moody meeting attendees from Elmhurst joined by locals and guests from Moscow and At. Cobb. Asion Tanning plant operates here in fall blast.
Advertisement touts a nest valve product claiming cures for bruises, ulcers, salt rheum, fever sores, tetter, chiblains, corns and skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money back. Priced at 2 conte per box and sold by Matthews Bros.
Local notes report Mrs O P Stall visiting friends in New Jersey and various residents in Scranton and surrounding areas. References include Dr Reeves at 412 Spruce St Scranton and updates on health travels and social visits.
Martin Weeley, who had been ill for weeks, died at his home on the Kuat Side early Monday. The record notes months of decline and an absence of close family nearby.
A survey of velvet fabrics, velvets and plush textures notes wide color variety and use in trimming and gowns. Silk plush merits lower prices while velvet ornaments and Parisian designs influence modern fashion, with examples of ornate outfits and draped cropon details. Also mentions fashion evolution and a humorous account of Burke’s indictment scene with a Berlin-based informant.
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