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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1899
Page
6
Anthony Padden, 19, a Cayuga mines driver boy, was kicked in the heel by a mule while un hitching it. He was found unconscious, with the upper portion of his right ear severed, and doctors fear a brain concussion. He was taken home for care.
Providence Methodist Epworth League plans a literary affair in the church lecture rooms titled An Evening with Electricians. A brief business session precedes the program, then musical selections and recitations by listed participants await audience attention.
The funeral service for Mes Phillips took place with mourners departing from the residence at 22 Hibbert Grove. Clergy and friends gathered, and interment followed at a nearby churchyard, with a quiet procession through the streets.
Rev Z A Evans preached a sermon praising the deceased's exemplary character. Many friends and relatives attended the services and accompanied the remains to Washburn Street Cemetery where interment followed.
Residents across the area are noted for travels illnesses and visits. Mina Bertha Conever returns from Binghamton while Stephen Gavin is reassigned as a drug clerk at George W Davie’s store. Numerous families entertain visitors and report illnesses including pneumonia.
A chaotic local column reports a Will event at St Marys hall with references to the Jefferson lodge and Order of True Deorites. It also mentions meetings, social activities, and church conferences with various names and dates in a period voice.
Hitherty ladies faced high costs and poor fit from tailors and ready-to-wear. The article proclaims that affordable, well-made ready-to-wear suits for men inspired similar progress for women. It announces Scranton offerings of tailored jackets and skirts for spring and summer, claiming equal quality to costly exclusive establishments.
The article touts affordable ladies ready-to-wear costumes highlighting smart fabrics, tailored fit, and on trend styles. It claims high quality for moderate prices with jackets, skirts, and suits designed in a refined, fashionable line for spring.
Bellevue Welkh Calvinistic Methodist youths hosted an Old Folks’ concert at the church drawing a large audience. The program featured choirs, dialogues, solos, and banjo pieces with performances by local groups and named participants. Two young men were arrested on serious charges amid other notes of interest.
A car stalled at the Delaware crossing on West Loclawinnsy avenue Saturday around 1 am as a train approached. The locomotive halted within feet of the vehicle and the car was moved clear with minor delays and no injuries reported.
Pantunka tribe delegates led by Sachem William BY plan to attend a grand council at Laneueter on June Tu. Fellow representatives include John T. Hawe, Chante Wl Ghowell, Jolin (el, Jude Fletchert, Fred Thuvis, Evins Win, and several others as messengers and chiefs.
A garbled local notice reports a disorderly gathering of a fringe order with names like Dave J. Davie and Phimvie Veet Deem cited among officials. The fragment references a secretary and a petition or charge about penitents and a “crying of perpondivents” in unclear context.
An afternoon program at the Elamape Street church features Harp and vocal performances by local groups. After the show, attendees join in a practical demonstration on making and serving refreshments, including coffee and tea, with welcoming remarks from organizers.
The West Scranton branch of the Young Women’s Christian Association rents the second floor of 18 Fourth Main Avenue in the Tanner District. Plans show the space will be cleaned and furnished for new activities and programs.
The Salvathen Army unit announces gatherings led by Brigadier Milus of New York City and Junior National Secretary Vrigaior Milus. On Foturdeay the brigadier will deliver a lecture about travels halfway around the world.
A garbled OCR fragment describes a dubious patent remedy promising cures for chronic and acute throat and lung ailments. It touts a free trial and claims guaranteed relief, with no clear attribution to a credible organization or verifiable medical basis.
A clutter of local items reports a temple event at Pride of Electric City No 82, a mine accident and funeral, church conferences at Hamption Silled Methodist, a Drum Tree Festival at Mears Hall, and rail work on Main Avenue. Social clubs rehearse, Easter services planned, and St David's church notes conclude the summary.
Gritch Davis of Merrifield street and two Thoms of Hennerey court were arrested by Patrolman Peters on North Main avenue for assault and statutory burglary. They admitted guilt at a morning hearing before Judge Phelps and were held on $200 bail for assault and $200 for statutory burglary.
The text expresses gratitude to friends who contributed to a holy day observance and mentions recording the event in a religious book. It refers to the Sisters of the Good Shepherd and thanks unnamed supporters for their help and kindness.
Local notes from Minooka mention Mary Ler of Ashley as guest, mixed views of residents in Wilteon Ohio, and Michael Kine from Devie street obtaining a permit in the United States. A group plans a bicycle club launch while Mary Coyne visits Stafford and Picteton. A fire incident at Minot hall grounds prompts safety concerns.
The Independent Hose Company of the Dunmore Fire Department on South Blakely Street celebrated its 14th anniversary with decorated halls, a banquet conducted by Mrs. S. D. Mains and Mrs. de Plannetty, and music by Bauer's Orchestra. Officers and a long list of members attended, with speeches by Victor Bursehell, James McCiott, and John J. Gill, as the event featured formal installations and civic pride.
Washington hall hosted an informal dance organized by prominent local youths with Bauer's orchestra providing music. The event ran late and featured numerous attendees from here and Scranton including many women and several named men, with midnight refreshments served.
District Deputy Grand Master Dawid Codyean presided as officers were installed at a Washington Hall meeting. New officers include Nabble grand John Wawel view grand Thoms Keller and assistant secretary J. Pailoty, with Christopher Virkerz as delegate to a fund.
No. 236 Knights of Malta to hold a banquet next Monday evening with many prominent out-of-town members expected to attend. Charles Lutto of South Blakely Street injured in a Pine Street Scranton accident yesterday afternoon, spraining leg and arm with belt injury. Six room house for rent at H. F. Spencer’s meat market. Thomas Hunter, father of Mrs. Henry Cook, stricken with paralysis while speaking to M. K. Banks. Dr. Winters aiding, slight fever reported yesterday. Mr. Ben Aminga of Jefferson Avenue visiting Troy, New York.
Pred Down of Boulevard avenue will leave for New York Monday to take a new position. The Epworth League of the Reformary Methodist Episcopal church plans an evening program in the church parlor. The Presbyterian Home Missionary Society meets this afternoon with a musical program by the young ladies class. Luke White, a car runner at the Dickson mine, was severely injured Tuesday and received medical care. The Green Ridge lodge of the Independent Order of Old Fellows will install officers this evening followed by a social event. Green Ridge soaps and a spring cleanser are recommended for warding off impurities and boosting appetite.
Coal delivery priced at $1.25 delivered to South Side central city and central Hiyde Park. Idress orders WWOC 2B.
The obituary notes William EL McGrath son of Mr and Mrs Hears Madeith died at his Hill Home TH Mortison bvenay yesterday morning after a prolonged illness. He was born on the South Side about 25 years ago and attended public schools. He served in the Leeha...
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