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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1899

Page

7

Deaths and local notices from Carbondale area

Obituary notices report the deaths of W. P. F. Mor es 72 born in Windham N Y and Nicholas Peters 73 a German born Civil War veteran. Funeral plans, survivors, and burial details listed. Also brief items on a luncheon by Trinity church Women’s Guild, a closed cash store due to mourning, and various local social updates and entertainments.

Nicholas Peters Nicholas Wellingerothe Germany Pennsylvania Heavy Artillery Fortress Monroe Jeff Davie Alex Messenger William Seiele A. Hivenburg A. BF. Thompson Anneeters Henry Peters Wayne Street Brockolde Cemetery Women's Guild Trinity Church Patrick Neary Belmont Street North Malin Street Mrr Heexe Joeph Bryant W. VY. Yarrington Wilkea-Barre Andrew Mitchellier Mire Florence Gritman Belmont Erevet Anna Boettree Jermyn Mary Helms Nineveh George Waleh South Majin Street Susquehanna Friends Frank Colling de Wheeler Lee O'Neill Theodore Kimer South Terrace Street Watt Oakley Central School

The Same Ropers Robbery and Shootout Report

Frank Lesh of Honesdale attended Peter Kranty's funeral in this city and told Constable Neary he believes he was a victim of the Mayfield power house robbery. He was shot twice by the gang, once in the forehead and again in the thick of the skull, then left for dead but escaped to seek help. The robbers fled after overpowering the brewery guards. a sum over £2000 was left behind in the scene.

Frank Lesh Honesdale Peter Kranty Neary Mayfield Power Horce Mr. Lesh Danville Ararat Lesh Mayfield Luncie

Professor Peters On World Tour Returns Home

Professor Peters spent several days in New York City and Paterson New Jersey on Wednesday and has returned to his French, German duties.

Professo Peters Wils New York City Paterson, N. J Wuxness Ger

Health and Happiness a placed Declining Vitality

An old advertisement claims help for nervous debility and vitality decline with a free trial treatment. It promises no money upfront and no quackery, touting a reputable company, professional specialists, and cures for thousands, inviting readers to write for guidance from EvieMadical in Buffalo, NY.

Buffalo

Silk mill site debated as prospective firm arrives

A silk mill site debate occurs as the proposed factory plans draw interest from a visiting silk manufacturer firm. The preferred lot, near street and sewer lines, with proximity to Ontario and Western railroad, abundant spring water, and ready switch access, is argued as most suitable to attract the mills.

Ontario and Western Railroad Leas Ontario and Western Hins Nlce Eva Muay Hessie Lough Mine Fie Sampson Mark Decker Jennie Hine Rena Nowehey Mesays Andrew Nichol John Patten Melvin Tappan Carbondale Frank Barber South Main Street Harry Gilbert Andrew Michards Delaware and Hudson Colliersy Chart Potter Hunt Main Strees M. Mrntlon Olyphant Cleopre Michael McDermott

Olyphant Meeting Adopts Constitution and Expands Membership

At a Tuesday meeting of the board of trade in Olyphant a constitution and bylaws were adopted. New members enrolled include A. M. Atherton & Co, Rev. B. Hammon, P. T. Dougher, James V. O'Derlen, W. Hoerris, and B. N. Kennedy. charter acceptance extended to thirty days. John A. Lennon elected first vice president, C. M. Hathaway second. A mining committee was deferred to next meeting.

A. M. Atherton & Co Rev BF. Hammon P. T. Dougher James V. O'Derlen W. Hoerris BN. Kennedy John A. Lennon C. M. Hathaway Edward's Hall the Tribune Father Matthew Society Father Mathew Hall Thomas Hanshoe Oly Phant Tee Company George Chubb Dunmere Robert Linny Dickson Lackawanna Hows CM. Hathaway Lew Lyhvh Yale College J. J. O'Malley W. J. Wheete Dunmore Esther Asaenbly Scranton Naomi Avoca Rebecca Lodge Priceburg McArthur G. Heggleman 3. Acker A. van Howston H. Ronstein M. Michler Myra Annie Keers J. Hammes Sentinel Avoca Lodge Mesdames Phoebe Lewellyn Mra BE. Richens Ligsie Llewellyn Nellie Weddal M. J. Hosles Peter Clark John Clark Moosic Pittston Hospital James Ryan James Doran Edward Murphy John Hidgelly John Hoban Benjamin Webb P. W. Reap Thomas Rowlands Patrick Dougher Thomas Maskins WY. F. O'Donnell John Kenny Parsons Sons of Temperance

Local hotel licenses and court actions in area notices

The column lists numerous hotels and figures in townships such as Mehoopany Noxen and Tunkhannock with license matters and remonstrances resolved or withdrawn. It reports on fire company meetings at Triton Hose, acknowledgments to volunteers, and staff movements including Jerome Welch resigning from the court house staff and taking a position in Berwick. Notices reference Meenee for the lake House at MIN City and related licensing outcomes.

Neewies Motiy Bratntelin Town Hip Red Bole Sneayville Leaceyvile John Minges Allagron Laceyville Corey W. Docket Table Rook House Slnner Forkston Lewie Vaughn Forkston Foll Mac Toryville OP. Smith Lisle Lemon B.A. Abartin Ferncliffe John FH. Jones Spring Grove St. John Heatiment Mehoopany Township M. M. Reeser John W. Gaylord Jennings Noxen Township Sefornle Hawke Star T. L. Dulin Noxen Norththoreland J. J. Bhoack Shoo« Homme Centermorland Nichalain Bie Music John A. Niver Monroe Township T. A. Dolan Weense la Crange Mra F. H. Platt F. BP. Avery Five County Volunteer Firemen’s Aaron Grown A. J. Sterling A. H. Sterling & Co Meshoppen Tunkhantinock Jerome B. Welch Court House Berwick Jackson-Woodin Marion Metcalf Elmira Cellene

Bargain Fire Sale Draws Hundredfold Crowds at Store

A sensational fire sale at 26 Lackawannavenue Beranton Pennsylvania attracts record crowds and frantic bargain hunting. Insurer takes stock to liquidate quickly while promising refunds for unsold items. Hundreds rush in as prices drop on coats suits pants and accessories with over 20 000 articles offered during a ten day sale.

Lackawannavenue Franklin Penn Avenues Penn Avenue Beranton

Pyramid Pile Cure Promises Quick Relief for Piles

An advertisement extols the Pyramid Pile Cure as a safe fast solution for piles, claiming it cleanses soothes and heals inflamed parts, reduces swelling, and permanently cures. It cites testimonials from F. Collins, Josiah Roberto, and Wm. McHale and notes the product is sold by druggists with a free book on causes and cures.

F. Collins Garnett Josiah Roberto Port Oram N. J Wm. McHale Rockport Miar Pyramid Drug Co Marshall, Mich

Local Notices and Social Events Include Quilt Social at Methodist Church

Clare’s Green and Ackerly families move between homes on Summit Street with tenants and visitors noted. Misa Julie Huber of Danville Pa visits relatives. Methodist Church hosts a Friday quilt social to reward the bachelor with most votes. Patrons are listed for various schemes and representatives.

Miajor Ald. Ackerly A. J. Wheeler A. T. Ackerly Wagner Summit Street Lotsey Frank Parente Edward Lotsey Misa Jultin Huber Danville Methodist Church

Parishioner event and election closing notice

The text notes vote early and often with a closing time of MW o'clock p.m. on Friday evening. It mentions Mr. and Mrs Chapman hosting all their children on Sunday and references Tow. J. B. Feeley of St Peter's Cathedral Scranton who will say more about Clark's Summit.

O'Cloeck Chapman B. Feeley St. Peter's Cathedral Scranton Clark

Local Borough Meeting and Community Gathering Report

The report notes Abe council meeting disruptions and resignations amid borough affairs. It mentions Warnet placed to fill vacated secretary role and council members addressing electric lights. A monthly collection is planned at Odd Fellows hall with local groups including Read Men of Waraphe and Pocahontas attending. Chief B I Croie visited. Alden Hammond plans a relocation to manage farmstead issues in Canaan.

Willian Varsterveert Biarrucca Abe Sa Wm Hoes BC Wademan Welles Ieee Pocahontas Bande Police Croie Westoum Alden Hammond Hickory Fittel Hie Houmhald Canaan Wasne Eonots

City Council Meeting Notes and Health Officer's Term

Monday's council session chaired by President Jones. Absent members Abe Andrew and Priew. A 600 wer roud bill ordered paid. Dr Van Doran, health officer, read annual report and noted term expiry. council empowered to appoint a successor. Marene Sompaon moved his family to Scranton West Side for a job with Scranton Traction. Train wreck at Diamond crossing referenced.

Jones Abe Andrew Priew van Doran Tle Councl Mlaréne Sompaon West Side Scranton Scranton Traction Company Delaware and Hudson Diamond Crossing

Mooney Family Travel to Philadelphia After Arbor Visit

Nellie Thos Mooney and Nene Below journeyed to Philadelphia after visiting an arbor site. The Mooney family remains at their home in the area while plans for a longer stay unfold.

Mooney Nellie Thos Nene Delphi Whendine

Hall's Family Remedy Claims Universal Cure

An 19th century advertisement touts Hall's Family Cure or Hall's Catarrh Cure. It promises a constitution treatment that destroys disease origins and offers testimonials. The product is sold by J CHENWY & COL in Toledo and through druggists, with a money back claim if not cured.

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