Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

Scranton Tribune in Scranton, Pennsylvania

We have 17,918,174 pages in Pennsylvania

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 26 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 03, 1900

Page

8

Personal notices from Mor risburg and area headline

Attorney George M. Watson remains in Mor risburg today. Capt A Wolf of the United States arms visits Hotel Jermyn. Charles Wiggins accepts a position with Langan & Buts at 514 Spruce St. A son born yesterday to Mr and Mrs F O Mogurgee of Mulberry St. J W FitzGibbon returns from Philadelphia. Sidney A Trevvett of New York visits Clarence Farnham home. Gardner from Quincy home for Easter holidays. Baruch Weisberger of Scranton St invited to a surprise party Sunday night. Eugene Fellows and Tudor Willian return to Cornell after vacation. Judge F P Smith writes Florida visit improving health. expects to resume duties. Alderman W Millar returns from Bermuda honeymoon. two fox terriers named Bure and Muda. Helen Cornish of 623 Capouse Ave celebrated her eighth birthday with a party and games.

George M. Watson Morrisburg A. Wolf United States Arms Jermyn Charles Wiggins Langan & Buts Spruce Street F. O. Mogurgee Mulberry Street J. W. FitzGibbon Platt Place Philadelphia Sidney A. Trevvett New York City Clarence Farnham Robert Gardner Quincy Avenue Exeter Preparatory School Baruch Weisberger Scranton Street Eugene Fellows Tudor Willian Cornell University F P. P. Smith Superior Court Florida W. Millar Peake Bermuda Islands Helen Cornish Capouse Aveniue Florence Susie Heneh Rachel Eckles Florence Alderman Gianehe Helen Windlap Tillie Winters Jille Henderson Susie Henderson Margaret Hoyt Frances Cornish Allen

Police Pickings Arraigned On Drunken Disorderly Charge

John Kelly was arraigned in police court yesterday before May or Moir on drunken and disorderly conduct. In default of a fine of four dollars he was sent to the county jail for ten days. Kelly was arrested Sunday afternoon by Mayor Moir on Adams avenue while intoxicated and attempting to force entry into a house. Thomas Wallace, arrested by Serjeant Reese Jones for creating a disturbance in Oakford court, was fined.

John Kelly Moir Kelly Adams Avenue API Mayo Thomas Wallace Reese Jones Oakford Court

Mogarges Welcome Son in Scranton Pennsylvania

In Scranton Pennsylvania on April 2 a son was born to Mr and Mrs F C Mogarges of Mulberry street. The infant adds to the family with the public notice noting the new arrival.

Mpgargee Scranton, Pau F. C. Mogarges Mulberry Street

Obituary Notices from Scranton Area

Ruth Coleman aged 4 years 7 months died. funeral Wednesday at 2.90 pm. interment Cathedral cemetery. James McGurn of 2 Booth Levine Avenue died. funeral Wednesday morning at from St Peter's Cathedral. interment Cathedral cemetery. Beranton Apt, Pa member Owens aged 63. funeral noting later.

Coleman Scranton Ruth J. Coleman Hickory Street Cathedral Cemetery Mgurn James McGurn Booth Levine Avenue St. Peter's Cathedral Beranton Owens

Bail Arrangements Set for Lexow Indictments

Three of the Lexow nine, H C Pease Martin Clark and EB A Knight, surrendered with bail set for their court appearance. Judge Edwarda fixed 900 dollars per charge. Knight faces six counts while Clark and Pease face multiple charges for gaming and attempted complicity.

H.C. Pease Martin Clark EB. A. Knight Edwarda Phil Coyne Bondaman Pease Knight William Kelly Clark Kelly Mitchell Woelkers Common Pleas Messrs Fellows Maloney Oblnger Seidman

Nay Aug Park Improvements Start Under Contract

Contractor Peter Stipp began work in Nay Aug park with aims to finish by mid summer under a September deadline. Work concentrates on the southeastern portion including grading, 1.25 miles of roadways and walks, and a band stand. The swimming pool is not planned for this year.

Peter Stipp Nay Aug Park Jewet Btton

Man Fight Ends With Axe Smash in Alderman’s Office

Charles and Joseph Latham of Ashstret were arrested by Patrolmen Thomas and Jones for fighting. The quarrel led to serious injuries and Charles smashed a brother’s plane with an axe. Mayor Moir fined Joseph $10 and released Charles. a further hearing is set for Thursday.

Charles Joseph Latham Ashstret Thomas Jones Kasson Joseph Guardians of Law and Order Moir

City approves ten year power contract and one year paving pact

Controller Howell certified a ten year contract between the city and Scranton Electric Light and Power company, vetoing two items by the mayor but securing other requisites. He also certified a one year extension for the Barker Asphalt company street repairs, keeping the overall ten year paving agreement curbed to annual certifications.

Howell Scranton Electric Light and Power Company Barker Asphalt Company

Class Reunion for Seranton High Class of 99

The Seranton High School class of 99 will hold a reunion Friday April 20 at the Scranton Bicycle Clubhouse on Washington Avenue. Bauer's full orchestra will perform and invites are issued by the committee appointed last June by the class president. Only members of the Gen Joy class will attend as outside guests.

Seranton High School Scranton Washington Avenue Bauer Genjoy

Hats trimmed in New York and Paris arrive at Gernon’s

On Wednesday Thursday and Friday this week a large line of new trimmed hats from our New York store and late arrivals in Paris hats will be on display at Gernon’s Leading Millinery. Ladies are invited to call and see them. The prices will astonish you. 413 Lackawanna Avenue.

New York Paris Gernon Lackawanna Avenue

Novelties Abound In White Wash Goods At Globe Warehouse

The Globe Warehouse displays a wide range of novelties this season inviting shoppers to view new stock after today.

Globe Warehouse

Baby Basaar Showcases Jackets for Boys and Girls

Come and see the smart little Jackets in box effects for your little boy and girl at the Baby Basaar, 512 Spruce.

Baby Basaar Spruce Street

Spring Styles in Iracstenae's Men’s Fine Shoes

Iracstenae presents spring styles at Washington avenue Comamenwagith building with popular prices.

Iracstenae Washington Avenue

Reorganization of City Councils Names New Clerk and Chairs

Martin T. Lavelle was reelected city clerk for two years. William Lynott, Democrat, defeated Hugh Jones to become clerk of the common council. Charles Wagner, Republican, was elected chairman of the select council and Richard Williams served as temporary chairman. New members Costello Lidstone Oliver Clemons Vaughan joined the councils.

Martin T. Lavelle William Lynett Third Ward Common Council Hugh Jones William Smith Charles I. Wagner William W. Griffiths William Lynott Richard H. Williams John J. Costello Andrew B. Lidstone Joseph Oliver F. H. Clemons Daniel W. Vaughan Finn Charles F. Wagner Roche Wagner Messrs. Roche Chittenden and Coyne Moir

Trade names and cigar brands listed with price

Key West and Tampa cigars include La Preferencia, Gen Wolcott, Nadine, Modelo, La Rita, Flor de Martinez, Pavorita with price 3.25. Reader sees brands and price snippet in an ad-like note.

Easter souvenir sale at Great A. P. Tea Co

Stop and procure a beautiful Easter souvenir at the Great A. P. Tea company located at 411 Lackawanna avenue on Saturday April 7.

A. & P. Tea Company Lackawanna Avenue A. & P. Tea Companys

Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Aids Mothers for Fifty Years

Historical ad copy promotes Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as a remedy used by millions of mothers for teething pain diarrhea and stomach issues. The language exalts the product and urges readers to request Mrs Winslow's Syrup by name. The ad claims universal efficacy and cites a price of cents per bottle.

Chaplain Pierce to Speak at Penn Avenue Church

Chaplain C. C. Pierce will lecture at Penn Avenue Baptist Church next Thursday evening under the Young People's Society of Christian Endeavor. Admission is 25 cents, with an informal reception after the address in the church lower temple for attendees to meet the chaplain.

C. C. Pierce Penn Avenue Baptist Church Potter New York America Enyva Manila Philippines Pierce Chaplain Pierce Young People's Society of Christian Endeavor Penn Avenue Church

Boy Hurt In Freight Car Incident Leads To Amputation

Charlee Scheiber aged boy of 923 Meadow avenues South Scranton fell from a moving Erie and Wyoming Valley freight car near Maple Street. Both feet were crushed under the car and doctors at Lackawanna hospital amputated both feet after emergency treatment. The accident occurred about 11 45 AM while boarding cars. he was removed to Spruks lumber yard and then to the hospital by ambulance.

Charlee Scheiber Peter Schieber Meadow Avenues Scranton Maple Street Erie and Wyoming Valley Railroad Lackawanna Hospital Young Scheiber Pr. W. Wunder

Missionary Meeting Inspires With Mrs Pearce Address

A missionary meeting at Mrs. C. D. Simpson's home featured Mrs. W. H. Pearce of Wilkes-Barre delivering a clear talk on the Tenth Century Movements. The Philadelphia branch plans a 21 000 apportioned fund with about 147 000 Methodist women members urged to give 60 cents to the Twentieth Century fund. The program included sales by Mrs. H. H. Brady and a social hour with refreshments.

C. D. Simpson W. H. Pearc Wilkes-Barre Philadelphia Methodist Church Pearce Twentieth Century Fund H. H. Brady

School board seeks $20,000 for next year

The building committee of the board of control voted last night to request a $20,000 appropriation for the coming year, $2,000 above the prior limit. A further $11,000 is asked for repairs to city school buildings, including fencing and cellar cementing. Engineer Harris rejects delays and seeks $2,000 for sanitary improvements, with $7,000 for labor and other costs. Contractor John Bevore, building No. 2 in South Scranton, explained the delay and that finish by June 1 is required by contract.

Board of Control Eingineer Harris John Bevore South Scranton Theontract

Residence wanted by reputable private family no children

Advertises a large well furnished house for reserve private family with no children. Emphasizes excellent care and good location with surrounding advantages. Willing to pay up to 100 dollars monthly. Respond to W T Hackett Price building 126 Washington avenue.

W. T. Hackett Price Building Washington Avenue

Opening of a Smoking Parlor and Cigar Store at 210 Washington

Ex-County Commissioner William Franz opens a smoking parlor and cigar store at 210 Washington Avenue opposite the Tribune and invites friends to visit for something new in his line. Another note highlights spring goods and new white goods displays at the Globe Warehouse.

William Franz Washington Avenue The Tribune

Reforms in Caring for the Streets of Scranton

Street Commissioner Rowland D. Thomas delivers annual report urging replacement of cobblestone central city pavement, adoption of a block sweeping system, macadamizing outlying streets, and tighter control of wagon tires, paper receptacles, and private street openings amid funding gaps and aging bridges.

Rowland PD Thomas Ecouncila

Great A. and P. Tea Companys 411 Lack

Great A and P Tea Companys 411 Lack appears in the notice. The OCR fragment lists a business name and street address, suggesting a public sale or notice related to a local firm. No additional details are readable for date, action, or jurisdiction.

Office Rooms 05 and 306 Vacated by J Lawrence Stelle

J Lawrence Stelle’s office has been removed to rooms 05 and 306 of the new year building. The move affects administration and scheduling for ongoing projects, with notices posted for staff to update contact arrangements and access routes.

J. Lawrence Stelle

Also Mentioned on This Page

Dime Discount Bank Foote & Shear Co Washington Ave Prompt Delivery Dor. Taylor Wyoming Avenue Sanderson Avenue Ackawanna Penn Avenue A. BL Warman BORS Knight and Bondsmoen Nay Aug Charles Latham Gerson Wagner and Griffiths Williams Chittenden Lidstone O' Boyle Melvin Oliver Vaughan Chittenden and Ross Schneider McCann Costello James Schroeder Shea Clemons Williams, Coyne Williams and Coyne McAndrew Schypeider Coyne Olyer Roga Lemons Parke Olver Key West and Tampa Cigars la Preferencia Gen. Wolcott Nadine la Rita Flor de Artinez Garantiza E. G Coursen Charles Scheiber Missionary Meeting Greene G. Bone & Bon Dunmore W. Davis Providence W. D. Davia Renniman & Co Avoca Www R. Planners Mooste Globe Rowland D. Thomas City of Street Department P. J. O'Boyle Barber Asphalt Company Providence Road North Main Avenue Cedar Avenue Elm Street East Market Street Moet Department Police Department Gerade Jackson Street Mulberry’ Street Abington Turnpike Beecham Emerson MG Traders Acme Cpg Won T Porter W. Watton F. L. Philips C. F. Beckwith & CO Dime Bank Wakehouse Green Ridge Matthews Bros Chas. B. Scott Franklin Ave Conrad L.bonard Foote & Fuller Co Mears Building Cassel’s Little Folks Magazine London England Wyoming Ave
Search Courier

Search the Scranton Tribune Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Scranton Tribune?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication