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Newspaper
Freeland Tribune
Location
Freeland, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1902
Page
1
Christmas buyers are urged to view our stock of clothing furnishings hats shoes dry goods and notions for suitable presents this year. Prices are low just now.
John Shigo at 144 South Centre Street promotes a large two shop stock of toys novelties candy confectionery fruits nuts smokers supplies and more. The ad claims unmatched low prices and the largest prettiest lines of toys in town with an even more complete assortment this year.
Seven councilmen met in special session to approve multiple payrolls and bills for borough departments, easing workers’ hopes of November pay before Christmas. Payments included Street Commissioner Doggett 100.82, Janitor Gallagher 30.85, Chief O Donnell payroll 136, Burgess Boyle receipts 26.25, and various vendors for fire alarm, equipment, coal, and lighting. The session adjourned after laying over a November street lights bill of 27383 from Freeland Electric.
Mrs. Michael Potanello of Hazleton aged 60 was killed last evening when jumping from a train at Wyoming street station as it started to leave the city after her visit in Philadelphia. She was nearly severed in two. James Patterson of Hazleton, 55, a railroad watchman, was killed near Beaver Brook yesterday morning.
The Dodson Coal Company at Beaver Brook reports a daybreak accident as a worker travels home from his shift. A Cranberry native, he lived nearby all his life and leaves a wife and three children. Ellen Richards of West Pittston dies in childbirth, the infant also dies, leaving a husband. She was Isaac Davis’s daughter-in-law and had a well regarded circle of friends. The family moved to West Pittston from Freeland years ago. funeral held yesterday at the West Pittston cemetery. Patrick Kennedy, Wilkes-Barre hotelkeeper with Jeddo roots, dies at his county-seat home after a life tied to the region. many attend his Wilkes-Barre funeral.
Andrew Chippie of Jeddo, famed for poverty tale before the Coal Strike Commission, received gifts from Judge Gray's commission via James A. Gorman of Hazleton. Mrs Anna Asa Kimple sent money for him. John Markle arranged schooling for Andrew with $8 monthly salary and support for his widowed mother including free coal and rent.
Loyal Castle No 65 Knights of Mystic Chain has elected officers. Past commander George H. Thomas, Commander John J. Shafer, Vice commander Joseph Mowry. Recording secretary James W. Bell, Financial secretary Albert Widdick, Treasurer Henry Fisher. Outside guard George Bochtloff, Inside guard Lewis Bochtloft.
Mrs Ward of McAdoo mother of Jim Ward the amateur baseball player who died after being struck by an overhead pipe while atop a freight car has filed a damages suit against the Central Railroad of New Jersey. Ward was employed as a brakeman for the railroad at the time.
The notice posts that Local Union No 1989 UMWA members meet Friday at the Municipal building to transact business. Local Union No 1499 UMWA schedules a Grand Opera House Hall gathering Monday December 26 1902 at 7 30 PM to vote on national officers.
The Old Almanack Almanacs remain popular as printing grew, with Fletcher of New York presenting the 1903 edition. It features a lithographed cover, jokes, infant care tips, a baby memory page, and weather and astronomical data. Copies may be obtained at drug stores or from Chas. H. Fletcher in New York.
Newspaper men rode the Hazleton and Wilkesbarre Railroad on a test trip in a Wilkesbarre No. 202 car from Hazleton to St Johns. Alvan Markle led the run, reaching the new power plant 8 1/2 miles away in about 12 1/2 minutes. The piece praises the line's scenery, safety features, and modern powerhouse and predicts future spurs to Freeland and Ashley.
Happenings in Freeland include a Grand Opera House entertainment by Good Will Athletic Association and a filled program. The Crescent Athletic Association loses a game to be replaced by St Marys Institute of Wilkes Barre. Ex councilman Harry Reifsnyder returns to local work in Drifton shops. Mining and Mechanical Institute holiday break runs to January 5. New officers elected at Hazleton Knights of Columbus. Stockton workings leased to Lehigh Valley Coal Co. Markle Co employees receive Christmas gifts. Local expressmen busy delivering Christmas parcels. Engagement announced between William Aubrey Jr and Miss Bid McHugh. Lost lady’s glasses sought at Tribune office. Mr and Mrs A Kester visit Philadelphia. Maurice Ferry in St Michaels College, Toronto. Miss Edith L Kuntz visiting family. Rev J W Bischoff attends Lehigh presbytery. Mrs Michael J Bergin visiting. Lehigh Traction Co employees receive turkeys. Christmas prices up 25 percent. Almost all churches hold special services tomorrow. Minnesota’s Best flour sold locally. Mrs Annie Gratz severely burned while tending lamp. in critical condition.
On December 25 the Good Will Athletic Association presents a Grand Opera House program with admission at 10 15 and 25 cents. On December 31 the Tigers Athletic Club stages its fourteenth annual ball at Krells Hall with 50 cent admission.
An advertisement for McMenamin's on South Centre Street features an extensive display of Christmas gift ideas. It touts a wide range of Neckwear, Fancy Ties, and silks at 25 cents, new 5 cent holiday neckwear, and attire for men including Xmas suspenders socks shirts mufflers sweaters slippers and shoes. It also promotes stylish hats and the latest seasonal shapes available for purchase.
A brief public notice states that dolls with scratched cheeks scarred ears or ruptured legs are not admitted to the display. The terse rule governs entry and emphasizes proper condition of items for exhibition.
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