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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 22, 1899

Page

5

Local society notes of engagements and travel plans

Personal notices reveal Mr Frank M Boeneer entertaining Miss Bradley and others in Newburg Poughkeeprie Camden Forest City Mulberry Street and Washington Avenue visits while Miss Lou Dolph entertains Emma McLaughlin. A Delaware and Hudson excursion ticket offer to New York with specific travel dates and return deadlines appears alongside local business promos.

Frank M. Boeneer Mies Bradley Newburg Holmes and Myers Poughkeeprle Huste 2

Barber Oil Heaters Demand Surges as Stock Clears Fast

A local supplier reports strong demand for Barber Oil Heaters with customers rushing to buy. The seller notes the quick turnover and promises restocking and new items once stock is cleared.

Republican county convention and vigilance committee primaries announced

In Scranton the Republican county committee sets a county convention for September 7 at 2 p m in the courthouse to handle returns and business. Vigilance committee primaries occur September 2 from 10 am to 7 pm across districts to select three members each for the next year. Candidates must pay a fee at least twenty days before the primary or risk exclusion from the ballot.

Republican County Committee Tuowlay Court House Scranton Hin Nk Almary NS. Willwed J. Ff. Watkins

Roswell P Patterson Dies A Regional Pioneer

Roswell D Patterson a Lackawanna county figure and early Northway developer died at his Carbondale home. Born in Delaware county he built wealth through mercantile tanning and lumber ventures across Waymart Herrick Center and Carbondale guiding his sons in R B F Patterson & Sons. He left eight children and fourteen grandchildren.

Roswell D. Patterson Lackawanna County Carbondale Reywell Patterson Lankingvillé Delaware County Daniel Patterson Glasgow Scotland Mme Lansingville Mailida Peake R. P. Patterson Mer. Matterson Northwauserm Fenneyivanly Benesdite Henry Thirte Maine Mr. Guild Prompton Waymart Mie Angelina Leonard Stark Treat Mores & Patterson J. J. Mores Herrick Center Waymourt R. B F. Patterson & Sons Patterson Levi A. Patetrao Morel Tate Jeanette Sehlager Roswell McMullen Mildred Melen Sardis Chester Patterson Mallory Morporie Russell Byoncer Gladys Grace Carl Walters

State College Opens Year With Record Freshman Class

The Pennsylvania State College opened for the year TS10-1M with the largest attendance in college history. Freshman and sub-freshman classes exceed last year by over 40 percent, signaling a prosperous term ahead. Trainer Boyly is on the ground and football practice begins in earnest. Dr Runkle returns as full professor in philosophy, and new elective branches in political and social science are offered under Dr Carl Becker, formerly a fellow in the department. In Columbia University, New York.

Pennsylvania State College Boyly Runkle Carl Becker Columbia University New York

Mayor Moir Defies Police Committee Over Dyer Saul Dismissals

Selectmen refuse to accept the mayor's explanation for removing Patrolmen Dyer and Saul and appointing acting patrolmen. The Police Committee met to hear the mayor’s “cause” but he declined to appear, sending a letter protesting the request. The council later split between majority and minority reports, with voting leading to adoption of the majority recommendation.

Beclet Econneil Dyer Saul Davis Howkenberry Moir Oclock Raul Lst Select Council Police Committee Messrs James Finn Lansing McAndrew O'Hoyle Wagner Fellows Aayveld O'Beyle Miyor Kearney

Of Interest to Ladies Demonstration at Foote and Shears

A ladies oriented demonstration showcases Majestic Steel and Malleable Iron Otange at Foote and Shears. The event targets homemakers and tradeswomen with practical applications and product displays.

Majestic Foote & Shears

Coffee price sale with multiple blends and guarantees

Advertisement lists Fancy Golden Rio at 13c, two pounds for 25c and various blends including O. G. Java and Rio at 19c per lb and 25c per lb, O. G. Java and Arabian Mocha at 28c, and Triple Blend at 32c per lb. It guarantees these coffees are lower priced than elsewhere.

Java Rio

Local Patent Remedy Guarantee Notice

A handwritten notice pledges refunds on Keene's Warranted Syrup of Tar if it fails to cure coughs or colds. It guarantees a 4 cent bottle refund to prove satisfaction or money back. Names listed include G. Bone Ron Wig Pa Jobo P Donahue Scranton Pennsylvania.

Keene Bone Ron Wig Pa Jobo P Donahue Scranton

Mayor's dismissal of patrolmen faces committee rebuke

The committee declined to approve the mayor's action citing no good cause. Mayor Lansing opposed party-driven removals and defended his probe into Patrolmen Dyer and Saul. City Solicitor Vosburg supports the discharge, noting the officers draw pay and concurrence exists with their dismissal.

Lansing Ofcers Dyer Saul Vosburg Miesal

Five New Mail Carriers Added To Scranton Force

Scranton will add five letter carriers to its postal staff, with three mounted. The Post Office had requested seven, and five were approved. The existing force of thirty seven includes one mounted carrier. New hires will be taken from the top five civil service applicants. Appointments take effect November 1.

Scranton Ripple

Men's Guild Club to open in St Luke's parish house

The Men's Guild of St Luke's parish opened the childreams to the public as they plan a new Men’s Guild Club. Open to all young men over ten, the club will offer furnished rooms, billiards, a reading room with periodicals and a geological collection. Dues are ten cents quarterly with a one dollar entrance fee. management rests with the Guild, not the church.

St. Luke's Parish New Patish House Men's Guild Club Mens Guild Fdoward Jermyn Br. Threep Major Everett Warren R. J. Foster G. Sanderson

Republican Primaries Start Across County Tomorrow

The Republican primaries will be held in all election districts tomorrow using the Crawford System for the first time. Secretary Wathina of the County Committee distributed ballots and lists to each district, detailing contents including blank ballots, oath forms, payrolls, official lists, envelopes, voters, holders, pens, pencils and sealing wax. The county convention will meet next Tuesday at 2 p.m. in the courthouse to compute returns.

Crawford Wathina Court House

Admiral Dewey Parade Celebrations to Honor Manila Hero

Readers are invited to a September 1 grand land parade led by Marines in honor of Admiral George Dewey the hero of Manila. A naval procession on the Hudson will feature Dewey’s famed sea fighter the Olympia.

Admiral George Dewey Manila Hudson River Admiral Dewey Olyamipla Lackawanna Railroad New York Scranton

Charter Revoked and Council Power Shift Debated

A national council representation dispute shows state councils holding five delegates plus one extra per capita, risking minority influence. Pennsylvania would drop from thirty one to eleven delegates as reforms reduce at large seats and add per 10 000 members while New York and New Jersey councils face suspension.

National Council Couneil Pennsylvania Naional Council Time New York New Jureey

Memorial Service Marks Annual YP Event at High School

The annual memorial service of the organization was held last evening in the high school auditorium. Delegates' early departure reduced attendance but the program proceeded with an overture by Dauer's orchestra and a ritual memorial service. John A. Marlin and H. Zeigler were remembered with addresses by John W. Calver and James W. McCleary. The Schubert quartet performed selections and local entertainers Martha Matthews and the Basfield sisters contributed two contralto numbers and guitar accompaniment.

Dauer State Council John A. Marlin Philadelphia H. ©. Zeigler York National Council Mr. Marlin John W. Calver Marlin Zebler James W. McCleary Pittsburg Marvin Tuthill Robin Adair Cora Annie Dear God Thor Martha Matthews Basfield Sisters North Scranton Dime Museum Wild Trish Rose

Convention Notes At Scranton Delegates Praise Local Hospitality

Parson of the Middle town Press visits The Tribune and praises Dauphin county printers. Daughters of America hold a planlo at Laurel Hill Park with an evening entertainment delayed by rain. Edward Deemer, state council secretary, earns esteem for knowledge and courtesy. Past State Councilor George Bowers presides fairly. Philadelphia delegates prefer away from home venues. Delegates express high regard for Scranton hosts despite parade cancellation.

Parson Middletown Press Tribune Dauphin County Daughters of America Laurel HI Park Edward Deemer State Council Scranton Deemer Nos Stroudsburg George B. Bowers Philadelphia Ares J. B

Visitors urged to plan trip amid New York events

Readers planning a trip to New York are advised to note upcoming events and schedules. The brief highlights key attractions and timing to help travelers arrange visits efficiently.

Welcome for Admiral Dewey Promises Large City Crowds

Report notes crowds expected to fill the city as railroads offer low fares for the celebration. Ontario and Western lines cut rates to attract travelers and handle the anticipated heavy turnout for what is described as the greatest welcome ever accorded an American.

Admiral Dewey Ontario & Weertern Bin

Clay Pipe Club Outing At Lake Ariel Attended By Officials

The Clay Pipe club held its annual outing at Lake Ariel with about 125 guests including city officials and council members. Rain halted several athletic contests though a tug of war between select and common council members was won by the latter. contestants included Moessie Thomas Melvin Shea Prable Fellows Lehroeder Phillips Morris Grier Smith Watkins and Griffiths.

Lake Ariel Councila Melect Common Council Moessie Thomas Melvin Shea Fprable Fellows Lehroeder Select Messrs Phillips

Last Grand Excursion to Niagara Falls by Lehigh Valley

The Lehigh Valley announces the last grand excursion of the season to Niagara Falls priced at 8.00. Tickets go on sale from Beranton and Ot at the eight. Travel on all trains that day except the Mack Diamond Express, with return limited to Oct. 8. Consult Lehigh Valley ticket agents for details.

Tehigh Valley Ra‘imat Niagara Falls Beranton Lehigh Valley Ticket

O Haras Cigars and Beechams Featured in Ad Snippet

An old advertisement shows O Hara’s Cigars promoting a 10 cent Popular Punch Cigar and the Joy Maker cigar. Lane’s at 20 Bprnce Street offers finest wines and clears. Beecham’s Pills is advertised for morbid conditions.

Lane's

Oils Promise Smooth Durable Paint Finish

An advertisement extols oils that yield a smooth durable paint finish. The text claims the coating covers a large surface, resists peeling and cracking, and remains watertight after its full duty. It asserts the oils are inexpensive, offering value for quality.

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