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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1901
Page
3
Scranton Transfer Co operates baggage handling from the Office DD LL and W Passenger Station with direct service to hotels and private residences. Call for arrangements and schedules.
Community notes detail paydays at local firms including the Delaie and Western company on Saturday, factory units in Staunton and nearby towns, with fashion sales dates and a hospital visit. The text lists payments for workers, shop openings, and upcoming social gatherings, plus brief obituaries and notices from Stohuke’s venue.
The report covers a Sunday service with remarks by Rev. Tie Tews and others, noting sermon themes on new life and grounds for reflection. It mentions attendance of seniors and families, a special address by Rev. Moggers De, and a communal festival linked to parish charity activities.
A mule carriage being raised in the Cayuga colliery in North Scranton became stuck in the shaft. The locomotive was driven with full steam but could not move the carriage. Engine gear failed under strain and repairs will take time.
Michael King of Minooka was hit by a street car on Saturday night and sustained a dislocated hip. He was walking along a dimly lit road and was unseen by the motorman, thrown several feet and taken yesterday to Moses Tavior hospital.
The American King Knights Templar sent many members to Penn Avenue Baptist last night for Rev Dirk F Pierce’s sermon Modern Crusaders and Their Golden Deeds. Pierce, with uniformed knights before him, praised modern citizens and public sentiment, defending the order against church critics.
Miss Nite Stewart of Hin Sanderson sues David J. Burke of South Scranton for 4000 damages alleging breach of engagement. She claims Burke promised marriage after years of relations and gifts but later ended the engagement amid rumors of his attentions to another woman Annie McLaughlin.
Elaborate Easter musical programs filled city churches with anthems, solos, and choirs. Performances at Elm Park Kim Park First and Second Presbyterian churches highlighted baritone and organ solos, with a women’s chorus and a w id e range of classical works. April Easter services featured cantatas and special anthems, repeated by popular demand, with standout solos by Martha Matthews David Stephens and Miss Florence Richmond.
Today at 7 o'clock the directors of the Sennen Reelie mission will visit the Mission house, 21 Feapklin avenue. The board of Waddle Young Women's Club meets tonight at 8 o'clock with a separate 9:30 meeting to follow.
Yesterday’s local weather data shows high and low temperatures, humidity, rainfall, and conditions for April 7. The report includes scattered numerical readings and notes on temperature ranges, plus a business notice about Martin the tailor at 12 Spruce Street near the Court House announcing a new spring goods line.
Rev Rogers Israel delivers a Lenten Sunday talk at Luke's Church arguing that eternal life begins here on earth when one’s spirit is filled with the Holy Ghost. He warns life after death is a progression, urges belief to resist worldly temptations, and encourages following Christ to inherit the kingdom. The sermon closes with a reaffirmation of faith in the Holy Ghost and eternal fire.
St Peter's Cathedral held a crowded high pontifical mass led by Bishop Hoban with an ornate altar decorated by Easter lilies and 200 candles. The service featured Archpriest J A O'Reilly and deacons PLE Lavelle Mather Von Bear Gough Myles McManus, with sermon by Rev John Gleason Sr of Wordham College. Choir performances included Mozart and Regina Coeli pieces. Mrs Thomas Walsh sang Regina Coeli as part of the offertory.
Rev. W. J. Williams, Anti Saloon League agent, reports one year of district activity from April 6 to April 6. He delivered 301 temperance lectures to about 90 000 people in the Scranton area and beyond plus eight revival meetings. He notes funds raised, enrollment against the saloon, and extensive travel including Philadelphia Morristown Williamsport and williamsport. He appeals for support to continue the work citing personal losses and sacrifices.
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