Obituary and notices from Hazleton region
David Clark of Hazleton aged 80 dies of pneumonia after 39 years with Lehigh Valley Railroad. He helped place the first modern built cab on a steam locomotive. Dispatches note dismissals of rail workers in Kingston over saloon rules. An ad for One Minute Cough Cure is placed along with local notices of postmasters and property finds. A Penn Haven Junction resident dies at 74. a shot bag with nearly $800 found in Hazleton. Luxura hair treatment ads promise samples and three months for $1.00 from Boston Drug and Chemical Co.
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David Clark
Hazleton
Lehigh Valley Railroad Company
Clark
Hazleton Gas Company
First National Bank
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad
Kingston
J. W. Johnston
Demand’s Corners
Luzerne County
J. A. Daubert
St. Johns
John Daniels
Patrick Dever
Penn Haven Junction
Boston Drug and Chemical Co
Pelham Building
Boston
Mass
Wanted: men with or without experience for police work
Advertisements offer positions for detectives with no experience required. Applicants must include a stamped self addressed envelope, box 125, Philadelphia. Also offered for sale: three fresh cows in East Foster, viewable on the farm of Charles Dusheyk, Freeland or at the farm location.
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East Foster
Charles Dusheyk
Freeland
Legislators Push Committee to Solve Mining Dispute
The state senate approved a plan to appoint a seven member committee, three senators and four representatives, to confer with anthracite coal operators and United Mine Workers officials to reach an amicable wage scale and prevent a strike. The move follows Hazleton conventions urging action and possible work stoppages.
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State Senate
Vaughan
Lackawanna County
United Mine Workers of America
Hazleton
United Mine Workers
House of Representatives
Senate
Father Phillips
A. T. McAllister
J. Pierpont Morgan
Boards of Trade
Pottsville
Wilkesbarre
New York
New Baseball Rules Aim to Modernize Play
New baseball rules for the coming season include several changes. The catcher must stand close to the bat. The article outlines adjustments intended to speed up games and standardize practices across leagues.
Stomach Ailments Boosted By Kodol Dyspepsia Cure
An advertisement touts Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as a remedy for indigestion heartburn belching and stomach trouble capable of aiding digestion so readers can enjoy meals again. It mentions Grover City drug store Keiper's soda shop and a local venue for promotional distribution.
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Grover's City Drug Store
St. Grover’s City
DeWitt
DeWitt’s
Grover’s City Drug Store
Brothers Royer in Next Door at the opera house
The Brothers Royer, famed pantomimic acrobats, bring their “Next Door” to town this Saturday at the opera house. Promoted as a spectacular comedy with clever tricks, they promise a novelty act unlike any on the road. The show blends acrobatics, pantomime, and farce with impressive scenery.
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Royer
Local notes on taxes trains and town life in Freeland
County commissioners will hear protests Friday over real estate assessments in Freeland and Foster amid widespread unease at uneven tax rates. D S & S engine 16 was replaced by Lehigh Valley pushers on Saturday continuing for a trial month. Easter baskets and plots on South Centre street tie to a Mining and Institute project. Bonds filed for Drifton Local 1519 treasurer Michael Dutko at Wilkes Barre. Goods and services advertised. several locals ill or dying, including a 3 month 21 day old child. Community plans include Easter observances and a brewery nearing completion in April.
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Freeland and
Foster
Penn Haven
Lumber Yard
Lehigh Valley
Keiper
Coxe Bros. & Co
South Centre Street
Aodee Institute
Michael Dutko
Drifton
United Mine Workers
Wilkesbarre
James Timony
A. Oswald
John McMenamin
William F. Ward
William O'Donnell
Joseph Birkbeck
William Howard
Joseph Schnee
Second Ward
Freeland Cemetery
Grover’s City
H. W. Fackler
Sea Isle City
N. J
Morris O'Donnell
Bayonne City
Ball of St Patrick's cornet band at Yannes Opera House
April 8 event with 50 cent admission. Lehigh Valley Railroad offers One Fare to Washington and Return for April 3 to April 13 travel, valid on most trains except the Black Diamond express. Tickets on sale April 3, consult local Lehigh Valley agents for details.
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St. Patrick's Cornet Band
Yannes’ Opera House
Washington
Lehigh Valley Railroad
Lehigh Valley Ticket
Washington and
Luzerne Streets
H. M. Breslin
Mreeland
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Rerowich
Butterwick’s
Amandus Oswald
N.W. Cor
T. Campbell
Curry’s
Dry Goods
E. J. Curry
Seloe Store
Hugh Malloy
Prop
Corner Centre
Walnut Streets
Grand Opera House
Freeland Opera House Co
Lessees
Return OF the
Roger
Roger Troupe
McMenamin’s
N Sr
Phila
Scranton
Mitchell
J. YP
Morgan
the Tribune
J. P. Morgan
Myery
Clerks’ Union
Freeland Business Houses
John McKinley
North Centre Street
Reuben Kresky
North Centre
Pine Street
Joseph Wadlinger
Chestnut Street
Lewis Baker
Birkbeck Street
Nanticoke
Lewis Snyder
Butler Valley
Yuengling Brewing Company
Osterling
Court House
DeWitt's
Grover's
Grover's City
James McHugh
Thomas Gallagher
Miners’ Hospital
Highland
J. 8. Jacobs
Laurytown
Philo
Sense
Birkbeck
Orson Stroh
Soungelor
John ™. Carr
Postofice
Gores McLaughlin
Brennan's
Centre St
R J. O'Donnell
Campbell
White Haven
Kane
Ipposite Postoffice
Yount, McBrearty
McMenamin Building
Manera Eee Aea
Birkbeck's
BE. Hayes
Washington Street
Hazelton Bros
New York City
8. Ess
Kefowich Building
Uae
Rs A, Buckley
Tribune
Main Street
Wm. Wehrman
Neu Burger’s
John Bellezi Lla
Geo. H. Hartman
Centre Street
Central Motel
Depierro - Bros. Cafe
Front Street
Gibson, Dougherty
Kaufer Club
Rosenbluth
Mumm
Hennessy
Laubach
Vienna
War
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