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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 08, 1902

Page

6

Municipal Ownership Topic Discussed by Plymouth Church League

Daniel J. Reese presented an excellent paper on Municipal Ownership to the Men's league of the Plymouth Congregational church last evening. Several new members joined and plans for a concert next Friday were noted. The upcoming debate on April 21 will feature Prof. John T. Jones and Gomer Dr. Reese for the affirmative and Prof. J. Hayden Oliver and Attorney Charles E. Daniels for the negative.

Men's League Plymouth Congregational Church Daniel J. Reese John T., Jones Gomer Dr Reese J. Hayden Oliver Charles EE. Daniels

Miner Injuries From Roof Fall Reported in Two Mines

William J. Thomas aged 24 son of Jenkin Thomas of Eynon and Twelfth streets was injured at Sloan mine when a roof fell. He had a fractured leg and dislocated hip and was taken to Thomas Parry's home where Doctors George and Arthur Reynolds treated him. Richard Morris of Frink street a Hampton mine laborer was seriously hurt by a roof fall and was moved to his home.

William J. Thomas Jenkin Thomas Eynon Twelfth Streets Sloan Thomas Parry Eynon Street George and Arthur A. Reynolds Richard Morris Frink Street Hampton

Not Guilty Verdict in Keyser Valley Assault Robbery Case

The case of James Mack and Daniel Lenihan of Keyser Valley, accused of assaulting and robbing William Carpenter of $20 at the Spike Mill, was called in court yesterday. The prosecution failed to appear, and the judge ordered a verdict of not guilty. Carpenter at the scene was noted but details remain unclear.

Caase James Mack Daniel Lenihan Keyser Valley William Carpenter Caleld Carpenter

Weekly School Deposits Reported From West Side Bank

Deposits for Public Schools Nos. 13 and 15 were made yesterday by teachers at the West Side bank. Names include No. 14 workers led by David Owens and Elizabeth Lewis with varied cents and dollars totaling Bu 28.

West Side Bank David Owens Elizabeth Lewis Allee Evans Bertha Kelly Edna D. Avata Nellie Michonda Catherine Phillips Edna Lewis Sarah McDonald Florence Freeman W. Phillips Mise Nichols Miea Morgan Mies Evang Miss Kellow Mike Fivin Mina Peck Mee Ferber Miss Murpiy Miss Beamish Miss Hutton Miss Davis Wade Murphy Miss Burral

Miss Gill Engaged to Col J B Hatcher Banker of Atlanta and New York

Miss Dolores Gill of 118 South Bromley Avenue becomes engaged to Col J B Hatcher a prominent banker of Atlanta and New York. The wedding is planned for April 24 in Philadelphia where Miss Gill has lived for years. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Bernard Gill and her brother and sister John and Miss Margaret Gill will attend.

Dolores Gill Bromley Avenue Col. J. B. Hatcher Atlanta New York Philadelphia Miss Gill Bernard Gill John Misa Margaret Gill

First Regiment Catholic Total Abstinence Union Meeting

The First Regiment Catholic Total Abstinence Union of America met at St. Leo's hall to plan the first annual encampment at Lake Lodore next August. The next session will be in Wilkes-Barre, four weeks from last Sunday.

Total Abatinence Union of America St. Leo's Hall Lake Lodore Wilkes-Barre

Simpson M E church holds evening board meeting

The official board of Simpson M E church met last evening to discuss matters pertaining to the coming conference. A Swedish Citizen's club monthly meeting and Oneita Dancing class social also took place with local activities and music by Hayes Bros. orchestra. The ladies of Simpson M E church with initials F through K planned a future church supper.

Simpson M. E. Church

West Side Board of Trade to Nominate Officers Tonight

A regular meeting of the West Side Board of Trade convenes this evening in Robert Morris lodge rooms. The session will include the annual nomination of officers and other important matters. Also the Ladies' Choral union and executive committee hold their business meeting this evening. Gamma Nu society of the Wash-

Ladies’ Choral Union Robert Morris Lodge West Side Board of Trade Gamma Nu Society of the Wash

Burh Street Church Hosts Evening Entertainment

Burh Street Presbyterian Church will present an evening entertainment this night in the church hall followed by a social. The Colonial Dancing class will meet this evening in Washington Hall.

Burh Street

Odd Fellows Lodge Officers to Be Installed This Week

District Deputy Grand Master George Harper will install newly elected officers of Slocum lodge 974 this Wednesday. Globe lodge 068 installs Friday April 11. Scranton Alumni Base Ball club hosts an entertainment at St. David's Hall on April 9 with Kate Reardon performing. Sherman Avenue Mission Sunday school Indies serve supper April 16 and 17. A drawing for a silver watch for Jeremiah Lynch occurs at St. Peter's Hall April 16. Ladies auxiliary of Division 4 AOH holds concert and social at Mears' Hall April 23. Moses Taylor Sister lodge 121 holds fourth annual social at Washington Hall April 15. Company B, First Regiment C T U A conducts military ball at Mears' Hall April 22. Congregational church hosts an entertainment next Friday night.

Slocum Lodge Independent Order of Odd Fellows George Harper Globe Lodge Scranton David's Hall Kate Reardon Sherman Avenue Mission Catholic Total Abstinence Union of America Mears‘ Hall Men's League Plymouth Congregational Church

South Side Bowling Edges Becker Twice On Becker Alleys

Meister and Peckins led the South Side team as they defeated Becker in two straight games on Becker alleys last night. Final scores not provided in readable text.

Meister Peckins Becker

Remains of Morgan Coffman Taken to Maple Lake Cemetery

The remains of Morgan Coffman died at 1 South Keyser Avenue were moved to the cemetery at Maple Lake for interment yesterday afternoon. Also note a mock trial planned by Lackawanna council, Royal Arcanum for April 18 and local notes on insurance readjustment, charitable donations, theft, dog bite, a child bruise from a fall, and upcoming community meetings.

Morgan Coffman South Keyser Avena Mosenw Maple Lake Lackawanna Council Royal Arcanum Hyde Park Woodmen of America Ty. A. Parsons St Patrick's Orphanage Louis Conrad South Main Avenue Chester Devereax North Grant Avenue Dre Drennan Mary John Quinn Fifteenth Luzerne First Congregational Elmreh Reese Victor Ilon John WL Fellows Tenth Street Mary Carroll South Filmore Avenue Michael Wiggins Chivies Lincoln Meare’ Hall Washburn Street Sumner Vin Buren Avenues

Local Residents Return Home From Visits and Travel

De F C Mall of North Main avenue was called to Stckshinny for a difficult operation. Miss Lillian Brennan of Jackson street returns home from a visit with friends Jo Wilher- Barre Abel Stover of Siliaca N Y returns home from visiting his parents on Lafayette Street. Mrs Grtth W Davia of North Main avenue recovers at home after several days in hospital. John J Morgan of Main avenue, brother of J G Morgan, recovering slowly after serious illness. Mr and Mrs Ben Ros formerly of Chirk's Summit rent properties on Bromley avenue and Privé street. Miss Malthe Kynon of Starkcourt returns home from visiting friends in Q'y phant Me CO. HL Krogby and children of North Siamner avenue home from Tunkehannock trip. Mr WH A Hightfold returns from Buffalo where she attended welding of her sister. Walter Neeley of North Kebvcca avenue leaves yesterday for Shamokin to work for the International Textbook company. Alfred Rood of Evinscourt returns from a predatorial expedition with a mes of thirty large-? smoked sticks.

de F.C. Mall North Main Avenue Stckshinny Lillian Brennan Jackson Street Jo Wilher- Barre Abel Stover Siliaca Lafayette Street John J. Morgan Main Avenue J. G. Morgan Ben Ros Chirk’s Summit Bromley Avenue Prive Street Misa Malthe Kynon Starkcourt Q'yphant HL Krogby North Siamner Avenue Tunkehannock WH. A. Uightfold Buffalo Walter Neeley North Kebvcca Avenue Shamokin International Textbook Company Alfred Rood Evinscourt

Women’s Temperance Supper Supports Local Fountain

The Woman's Christian Temperance Union plans a supper at Janes Maheson home on Shoemaker Avenue Wednesday evening to fund a drinking fountain at the commem. Dunmore council adjourned due to lack of quorum and will reconvene next Wednesday evening. Uncalled letters at the Dunmore post office as of April 5 list residents including John, Mary Art, Anthony Barrett, Brown, Dearnes, Kalle Cunnings, Conway, Coleman, Elizabeth Davis, Foley, Griffin, Wood, Stevens, Yoes, di Felippo, Munroe, Box We. Persons listed must say advertised when calling.

Woman's Christian Temperance Union Janes Maheson Shoemaker Avenue Lavt Uight Yoes Diinker Street Attonio di Felippo Munnore

Kemp's Balam Promised Cure for Coughs

Cites coughs that linger despite medicine and promotes Kemp's Balam as a successful remedy. Claims immediate improvement after first dose with no guaranteed outcome. Price 23c and 50c, trial bottles offered. available at all druggists.

South Scranton Banquet by Fourteen Friends Draws 250

The South Scranton organization the Fourteen Friends held their annual banquet and dance at Athletic Hall drawing about 250 attendees making it the most successful event in the group’s history. The grand march opened at 9:90 led by President John Lentes and his wife.

South Ride Athletic Hall John Lentes John Demuth

Local society elects officers and alters banquet plan

Albert Heler and others were named officers at the last election with John Lentes as president. The committee cut the regular banquet, serving hot coffee and turkey with ham and cheese. ice cream, cake and fruits accompanied dancing. Hall decorations featured pink and white drapery, stars, and fans, with Lawrence's orchestra playing behind palms as the ceiling display read 14.

Albert Heler B. F. Moore J. F. Best John Schunk Fred Barharat John Lentes Lawrence

Crowd Attends Night of Sparkling Lights and Local Notables

The event drew a long list of attendees headed by Mr. and Mrs. Charles Steeler City Controller and others. Guests included families and residents such as Mr. and Mrs. Will Kirchof Mr. and Mrs. Frank Lampkuhl Mr. and Mrs. George Rogar and many more from the community joining in the illuminated celebration.

Charles Steeler Costello Will Kirchof Frank Lampkuhl George Rogar Charles Rosar Richard Zulager Henry Scholl Thomas Duffy Henry Sheridan Mes Schwenter Fred Miller George Scheuer William Baumpurtner Oscar Holmexel Chae Kiret John Rader Richa Hale J. Klauminger Counoman John Schneider August Schneider Jacob Halia John 2 Mahon Nape Fred Kirchoff Wills Mee William Koch William Klein Peter Dinpre August Hagen Will Aelsomer Ty. Managhon Gee, Miller

Local Names in Stonesdale Deeds Recital

Recorder of Deeds Marcy Salt lists residents and officials including Wirth Mir Gutheing Spruke Dowhullt Schimpil and many others in a civil matters notice. The dense roster includes Adams Frichtel Lentes Merrick Gilboy Belden Nape and Demuth among various spouses and households.

Charles Conrad Edward Claus Mon Adam Wockroth Mim Adolph Manimuen Aly Adam Frichtel Danob Schunk Fred Phillipe Albert Kolb John Lentes Peter Merrick Thomas Gilboy Belden Nape MM. Kelly Carolina Miller Annie Huber Stonesdale W. BS. Stevenson Charles Klark Misers Momaine Spraks Rose Demuth Mina Leties Minnie Miller Thereas Urill Kate Rogar Lena Gels Libbie Luts Laly Demuth Hannah Hagen Annie McVoy Edith Hurschel

German Methodist Episcopal Church to Install New Pastor

The congregation on Prospect Avenue learned yesterday that a new pastor will be installed to replace temporarily filled duties by Pastor Herforth Rev. G Hauser, assigned by the conference. He previously served at the Adams Avenue German Methodist Episcopal church and was not a city resident.

German Methodial Episcopal Church Prospect Avenue Herforth G. Hauser Ife Adams Avenue

Arlington Bowling Club Meeting and Match at Uleger's Alleys

A well attended Arlington Bowling Club meeting occurred at Uleger's Alleys on Pittston avenue. A match game followed the business session and players enjoyed a lunch. The infant son of Patrolman and Mrs George Jones died Saturday and was buried from Cedar avenue home with interment at Forest Hill Cemetery, services led by Rev. F P Doty.

Arlington Bowling Club Uleger Pittston Avenue Schley Patrolman George Jones Cedar Avenue Forest Hill Cemetery F. P. Doty

Henry Davis Honored With Gold Watch for Promotion

Henry Davis of Dunmore avenue, long time Cayuga mine foreman, was promoted to district mine superintendent by the Lackawanna company. Inside workers presented a solid gold watch and Knights of Pythias emblem charm. Henry Jenkins and forty employes attended at Davis residence and spoke. Davis expressed thanks, noting lasting regard from his men. He now oversees Manville, Storrs, Cayuga, Brisbin and Diamond mines.

Henry Davis Dunmore Avenue Cayuga Lackawanna Company Knights of Pythias Henry Jenkins Mr. Davis Davis Hollister Manville Storrs Brisbin

Young Musicians Set Rehearsal at Welsh Presbyterian Church

The Young Musician's society will meet for rehearsal at the Welsh Presbyterian church on Wayne Avenue Thursday evening. Richard J. Richards of Spring Street, First Ward assessor, announces candidacy for delegate to the Republican state convention. Mrs. Frank A. Sherer of Putnam Street visits friends in Binghamton New York. The High Works team and Defenders of South Scranton played at the Auditorium last night with a lopsided football score of 22 to 2 in favor of the Defenders.

Wayne Avenue Richard J. Richards Spring Street Frank A. Sherer Putnam Street Binghamton N. Y South Scranton

Green Ridge Society Notes and Church Events

Green Ridge hosts visiting guests and confirms Bishop Talbot at Christ Church on Washington Avenue. Miss Loogeny Schell Balentine and others are noted for church confirmations. The Ladies Aid and charity event at the library drew praise. The Green Midge WineLawn plans its annual election tonight with lunch served.

T. J. Snowden Sunset Hue Ranen Green Ridge Presbyterian Ehutel Talbot Christchurch Washington Avenue Loogeny Schell Balentine Gwen Midge A. Ji Thomson Mire Edwon Green FP. Merrified T. KE. Dames Murky Coon Sanderson Grew Midge Winelawn

Obituary: West Pittston Resident Daman Dies at Home

West Pittston resident LA GRANGE DAMAN died yesterday morning at his home after a long life in real estate and business. Born September 19, 1820 in Fulton County New York he arrived in West Pittston April 1 1846 and married Mary J Brown in 1847. He leaves seven children and a widow with funeral services Wednesday at 2 30 p.m. in West Pittston Cemetery interment private. Mrs Harriet P Mumpford also noted as deceased.

LA Grange Daman West Pittston Daman Fulton County N. Y Mary J. Brown Elder Mott A. L. Hryden Dunmore Charles N. Damian Syracuse N. C T. P. Whitmore Dayton Ohio H. Maxwell Daman Robert L. Daman West Pittston Cemetery

Obituaries and funeral notices from Scranton area

Last evening at 1818 North Main Avenue Mrs G R Clark mourns the death of her 11 year old daughter after ten days with pneumonia. The family names Mrs C R Clark as survivor and a Thursday funeral is planned. Thaddeus Kelly of Carbon Street, 58, died yesterday. survived by wife and son Timothy. nephew Common Councilman P F Culpin. Funeral with high mass at St Peter's Cathedral tomorrow. Mark J Erwin of 537 Fourth Street died after a week with pneumonia. survived by John Mary Ellen and Edward. funeral Wednesday at Holy Cross Church, Cathedral Cemetery interment. Thomas Devine died at his son's home 433 Genet Street. funeral tomorrow at 2:20 from St John’s Church. Cathedral Cemetery interment. John Boullion of Tallaple Street died last night at 11:30. survived by wife and grown children.

G. R. Clark North Main Avenue Mumford R. Clark Pouinenice Thaddeus Kelly Carbon Street Scrvanton Timothy Kelly P. F. Culpin St. Peter's Cathedral Mark J. Erwin Fourth Street John Mary Ellen Edward Holy Cross Church Cathedral Mr. Erwin A. O. VU Thomas Devine Genet Street St. John's Church John Boullion Tallaple Street

Funeral Notices For Gertrude Staples And Martin Malonen

The funeral for Mrs Gertrude Staples is set for tomorrow afternoon at 2 oclock conducted by Rev Jamed Henninger and Rev Lb op at the Maimp tom Street Methodist Episcopal Church Interment will be in Woolbiin Elkect Cemetery The funeral for the late Martin Malonen of Flops street is at 2 oclock from St Peters Cathedral

Gertrude Staples Tomorow Jamed Henninger Woolbiin Martin Malonen

Peter Haggerty Nabbed Burglars in Cedar Avenue Incident

Patrolman Peter Haggerty confronted a group of three young burglars in a doorway on Cedar Avenue just after midnight. The officers pursued and detained the suspects, ending the break in and ensuring public safety.

Peter Haggerty Cedar Avenue

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