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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1897
Page
6
West Side and City Suburban attend the Clarke Bros store on North Mainvente for the fourth annual opening celebration. The 10 hour event featured orchestras, solos, and a large crowd estimated at 15 000 as clerks and patrols maintained order.
A notice from Washington warns about questionable animal extracts and chemical company dealings. The item urges readers to beware misleading free books and potential waste of resources.
Vincent Carlucci was arrested after allegedly threatening Frank Major with a crow bar at the Carlucci barn yesterday afternoon. Major, formerly employed by Carlucci and dismissed after a dispute, testified. Alderman Davies dismissed the case as evidence did not prove Major's life was in danger.
The Nav Aug Council No 44 of the Senior Order of American Mechanics met in a cooperative hall with a large attendance. National Organizer Thomas F. Gilmore of New Haven Conn spoke during the session noting his Pittston ties and praising the order’s growth and strong local spirit.
David Chapel and Henry Martin of Decker's court are named in a case before Alderman Johns. Martin alleges that Chappel assaulted him on September 11 and caused severe injuries. Martin shows scars as proof and says he acted as peacemaker and bore no blame. Chappel is held in $400 bail for court appearance.
William Davis about fifteen was kicked in the chest by the mule he drives in the Central mines yesterday afternoon. He was taken home at 1913 Eynon Street and treated by Dr. J. J. Roberts. The injuries include a bad contusion and several small abrasions, but are not considered dangerous.
John Morgans of Wilkes-Barre has returned home after visiting his cousin Harry Ferber of Rock Street. W. W. Thomas and family of Lykens Pa are the guests of Mr.
The Globe Warehouse states it delayed opening to observe styles and now presents the season’s accepted fashions for 1897 98. They emphasize these designs reflect the leading center’s choices rather than designers’ whims and promise ready arrangements.
Fragmentary note discusses popularity of certain garments and styling choices. Mentions stress and nerve in relation to fashion, with references to trim and bral ing options. No clear event or identifiable persons or organizations present.
The era brings redesigned capes with enhanced embellishments and varied fits. Middle aged wearers receive specially styled options while slim and generous silhouettes hint at broader trends in outerwear.
The cloak room offers a peek at current fashion trends without extreme ready to wear suits. It reflects the era's beer era mood and invites patrons to view the garments in person for a real sense of style.
A note on clothing trends shows a broader move from rough textures to plain medium weight weaves. The changes in cut are subtle but notable, though the emphasis rests on material transition rather than styling detail.
The description extols new sleeves colorings weaves and shapes forming an entirely new creation that is simply captivating. It promises visual delight on sight and invites readers to experience the updated wardrobe.
A local note reflects on plans for girls and young ladies within the family circle while admitting the speaker spoke too long about the provisions. The message signals attention to future measures and community welfare.
The store explains an error in the juvenile department line and pledges to correct the arrangement shortcomings. Despite the misstep, officials assure customers that the overall stock and planning remain complete and will compensate for earlier lapses.
The Jackson Street Baptist church choir will visit Hillside Home today for a concert with chorister Evan J. Davies in charge. A lawn social for Mrs Nicholls Bible class at Washburn Street Methodist church is planned for tomorrow evening at Misses Welsenfluhs on Chestnut Street. Bellevue Republican club met at Jones hall on South Main Avenue with about forty members. President Herbert Knoble led discussion on the upcoming campaign and a special meeting is set for Monday evening. Price Street work advances slowly. only a single building removed, grading and cutting to proceed this week. A social for Waco Council No 45 Degree of Pocahontas is planned at Mrs Archers on Sept 20 with cream and cake. Alma Davis of Bellevue fell on large stone steps at No 13 school, cut her forehead, and was sent home for treatment.
Mrs Fenton clairvoyant and phrenologist advertises at 412 North Malin Avenue. Second hand furniture buys cash for items including furniture stoves and tools. Also promotes J C King stock at 701 to 7W West Lack iwanna avencre.
North Scranton welcomes Mr and Mrs P J Cannon back from their eastern honeymoon and plans immediate housekeeping. Ruth Hees visits Parker Street aunt Mrs Thomas Moore. Funeral services for James Kelly set for 2 pm from Deacon Street home with interment in Olyphant. Mrs Sarah Coleman buried at Hyde Park Catholic cemetery after services at Oak Street church. Reverend Derr lectured on frontier life to a crowded Holy Rosary. Celestial lodge I O G F elected officers for six months with installation next Monday. Shoemakers held in bail after Williams accuses them of causing blushes. Willaimes charged with threats but discharged. Reverend D M Kinter nears Indiana Pa pastor offer. Infant son of Mr and Mrs Harrington dies. funeral Sunday at 2 pm Hyde Park cemetery. James Huewel, famed basketball player, injured by mule in Lawgett’s Creek mine. awaiting outcome. Griffiths hosted visitors. Dr W N Jenkins calls. Bridget Naughton arrested for painting theft on North Malton Avenue.
John Lohmann was elected to succeed the late Philip Kirst as a trustee of the Hickory Street Presbyterian church at a Monday night meeting. Rev. Charles Keily preached at St Johns church during the Forty Hours devotion. A young people's prayer service is set for 7 pm at the Hickory Street church. Miss Amelia Koch attended a surprise party at Edna Klauminger's home on Pittston Avenue.
An article rejects dieting as a cure for indigestion and endorses Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets. It argues digestion aid comes from nourishing meals, with the tablets digesting food when the stomach cannot. The ad touts the tablet's efficiency, safety, and availability at drug stores, offering a free booklet by mail from Stuart Co.
Miss Carrie Miller of Pittston Avenue enjoyed the festivities of the occasion while visiting friends in Wilkes-Barre.
Green Ridge residents report small travels with friends in Gelatt and Wyoming. Jersey City native Martin Goodman, former glass factory superintendent, visited the Ridge on business. Philadelphia visitor Magee Benson stays with parents on Marion Street. Roy and Mrs. McKinne return from a two week visit with relatives. Maud Harvey guests at Kinghamton, Wyoming avenue. H E B Arnold of Trenton visits relatives on Adame avenue and Green Ridge street.
George Kunz relocates his shop from Pine Street to the block now occupied by J F Schul yer on Blakely Street after purchasing from Schul yer. The item includes a list of letters uncalled for for the week ending Sept. DB with names such as Bender, Berger, Di Andrea, Ka eur, Kerston, Santariello and others.
The Division No. 9 of the Ancient Order of Hibernians will convene this evening at 7 90 o'clock. All members are urged to attend. President W. J. Burke orders the gathering.
Mrs J V Quick died suddenly at 6 2 P M at 112 Jackson Street from heart failure after a brief illness. Survived by husband and two sons William M and L B Quick. funeral Saturday with interment in Brooklyn Pa. Also noted are Daniel B Marsh and Stanley Moore deaths with brief funeral plans and services in Waverly.
The John Raymond Institute presents its third annual prospectus outlining courses for the term starting in October. Programs include English, business, mechanics, electrical work, and architecture with practical, industry-aligned instruction. HH. W. Rowley and Ike lead courses in drafting and business training for Scranton's skilled labor needs.
The program includes shop and lab work in mining ventilation and architectural drawing, plumbing, woodwork, German, Latin, and vocal music. Women join classes with the YWCA in drafting, ethnography, typing, bookkeeping, and business law. The term starts Friday evening Oct 8 with a reception at the YMCA building.
A Dunmore boy told police at noon yesterday that his pocket was picked of 22.50 on a Lehigh Valley car en route to the central city. Passengers for New York are urged to take Lehigh Valley trains. A sleeping car starts at 9.00 p.m. from Wilkes-Barre, arriving 8.22 a.m. Reservations at City Ticket Drive, 709 Lackawanna Avenue.
Mrs. Stephen Robbins of Monroe Louisiana credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with restoring her health after years of illness from grippe and relapse. She swore to a notary that the account is true and notes weight gain and renewed energy. Pills sold for 50 cents a box or six for 2.50 by the Dr Williams medicine company.
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