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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 10, 1901

Page

2

Parish vestry reelects eleven members after church upgrades

The annual meeting approves debt totals and subscriptions for building funds. Auditors N. H. Miller and T. Smith certify accounts as accurate. Elected vestrymen include W. Rollarss Frank Hubbard S. A. McMullen G. A. Reynolds J. P. oA Tingley Charles H. Perkins H. C. Watrous P. Clark R. Manville J. A. Orel Noon Miller.

F. Sweeter Mores Messrs Ed. S. Retten W. L. Leonard Ignace Cen Ti. Smith

Two Buildings Destroyed by Dundaff Street Fire

A Dundaff Street blaze started from box 4 corner and burned two connected buildings, causing extensive losses to Councilman Gabriel Pugliano and Santo Purine. Fire crews from Mitchell Hose Company and Hendrick pumped resources. flames spread to nearby homes and a grocer’s stock before 2 a.m. control was regained. Insurance under $4,000. Fire likely sparked by an electric wire.

Dundaff Street Elarmn Dundaff and Fallbrook Wes Sinto G. Pugitano Dunhil Street Gabriel Pugitano Mitchell Hose Company Hief McNulty C. Pugnano Anthony Cerra Hendrick Columbias Hendrick Company Wen Gos Wert Puglano Santo Purine Europe

Trinity Church Elects Vestrymen At Parish Meeting

The annual Trinity Protestant Episcopal parish meeting met Monday evening at 8:30. Rev Rollin A Sawyer presided with J J Wheeler as secretary. The roll showed 67 contributors from a total of 88, the treasurer W Moras presented a detailed financial report. Outstanding accounts and payments to ministers, the altar guild, and other parish groups were listed with totals and balances.

Trinity Protestant Episcopal Church Rollin A. Sawyer J. J. Wheeler Tata My. W. Ot. Moras

State Examination for Permanent Teachers Certificates

The state examination will be held in the Central Bligh School on May 10 and 18. Applicants must include full name and subject on every page, write on one side in ink, and submit a valid professional certificate. Examinations cover arithmetic geography reading writing and others. theory of teaching on May 18. Committee members include Frank H H Collins and Miss Lucy Joslin.

Apydieann Frank HH. Collins Collineg Lucy Joslin Mietabrook

Died of Pneumonia In Wilsonville Area

Fred Mains died at the Emergency Thursday afternoon of pneumonia following a grip attack three weeks earlier. He was 20, born in Anenvil Wasine county and recently lived in Forest City. A tinman and longtime employee at Mallenbaek’s, he is survived by his father Peter Mains and mother Elizabeth Mains and a sister in Wilsonville near Hewles. The funeral will be held in South Cynan today.

Fred Mains Ween Wis Anenvil Wasine Porest Mallenbaek Mir Matus Peter Elizabeth Matus Wilson- Ville Hewles Lune South Cynan

Wrights of Coolwibus Move to Corporate Society Status

At a Monday meeting the Wrights of Coolwibus moved to empower their attorney to prepare legal papers to form the society as an incorporated body. The group discussed plans for a future home in this city and a new era house in the Heap district.

Wrights Coolwibus

Extra mail service added at Mones Dale post office

An additional mail service was inaugurated at the local post office this week. Previously Maple City had two daily mails over the Delaware and Hudson road departing at 7:22 a.m. and 3 p.m. The new extra shipment will depart from the local station at 1:05 a.m.

Monesdale Maple City Hne Delaware and Hudson Road A. We

McCawley Leaves Philadelphia Hospital After Ankle Treatment

JT Jo McCawley of Eighth Avenue returned home from the University of Pennsylvania hospital in Philadelphia after a two month stay for treatment of a broken ankle.

JT. Jo. McCawley Eighth Avenue Universiy of Pennsylvania Hospital Philadelphia

Lecture on Matos uit Mathig at Sons of Temperance Hall

The Key, Charities Les of the First Presbyterian church will deliver a lecture this evening in the Sons of Temperance hall on the subject of Matos uit Mathig.

Charities Les First Presbyterian Church Sons of Tenperance Hall

Carbondale Groups Granted Charters

Charters were granted to the Carbondale Anatomical Society and the Carbondale Training School for Nurses, expanding local professional and educational institutions.

The Carbondale Anatomical Society Carbondale Training School For Nurses

W C T U Members to Meet at Temperance Hall

The members of the W. C. T. U. will meet Friday afternoon at seven o'clock in Temperance Hall on Salen Avenue.

Temperance Hall Salen Avenue

Daughters Named for Mr and Mrs Michagel Motiurl

A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Michagel Motiurl of Fullbrook sivest. The announcement notes the new arrival but provides few further details.

Mrs. Michagel Motiurl Fullbrook Sivest

Derby era machinists crisis moves to Albany negotiations

The Delaware and Hudson machinists have sent a three man committee to Albany to meet company officers and national leaders. They aim to present grievances and hope for a timely settlement as work resumes with two imported machinists at the locomotive shops and public sentiment on their side.

Delaware Vnl Thudson Company Delaware and Hudson Albany National Organization Carbondale Albini Compra Susquehanna Watts’ Hall

Recherche Dancing Class Social Draws Big Crowd

The Recherche Dancing Class held a social last evening in Burke's hall with a large attendance. Mozart orchestra provided music as delegations from Scranton, Dunmore Archbard, Olyphant and other towns arrived to add to the lively event. Joseph Walker managed the affair, and dancing continued late into the night.

Burke's Hall Efte Scranton Dunmore Archbard Olyphaunt OFI Tele Joseph Walker

Jury panel names and dates listed for city service

The document lists grand and petit jurors with names such as Giyaned Jurers Miy James Boy Jan June and June 3 David M. Thomas, Morton A. Gard ney, Thomas C. Williams, and others roles including hotel staff, merchants, carpenters, and workers like miner and machinist. The fragmentary note assigns dates and titles without complete context or locations.

Giyaned Jurers Miy James Boy Jan PY Tottus Lee Petit Jurers David M. Thomas Buikeman Morton A. Gardney Michael Duty Thomas C. Williams N. Bronson Abbey Carpenter James Ciinley Willam DA

Church fund drive nets $175.60 for Mount Carmel project

Congregation members rejoice as the patronage event clears $175.60 after expenses. The funds support the Pallbrook street church completion and a second goal gala is planned for May 17 to aid the build.

Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Pallbrook Street

Rines Brothers Present In His Steps at First Methodist

At the First Methodist church last evening the Rines brothers singing evangelists presented a pictorial story of Charles K Sheldon’s novel In His Steps. A large audience was present and heartily enjoyed the performance.

Rines Brothers Fev Charles K. Sheldon

Thirsday Two Merry Tramps and AFauturday When We Were Twenty One

Fragmentary program notes list two events titled Two Merry Tramps and When We Were Twenty One scheduled on days named Thirsday and AFauturday. Details on venues or times are unreadable in the snippet.

Saloon patron captured before night as drunken spell ends

A citizen intoxicated by liquor at town saloons on the outskirts was seized last evening as he prepared to retire in a hallucinatory state, mistaking his surroundings for a different place. Authorities contained the scene aboard No. 1 plane to prevent further danger.

Muddy Bed Chaperoned to City Jail Comforts

A man resting on a downy couch found the mattress muddy and was taken to the city jail where beds are firmer but less damp.

Permanent Quartette Formed for Congregational Church

Musical director Naylor completes arrangements for a permanent quartet to accompany the large chorus at the Congregational Church. The roster includes soprano Edyth Henson of Scranton contralto Mrs Nicholas Bennett of Jermyn tenor O Roe of Carbondale and bass David J Jones of Forest City. They are engaged for the coming year. Next Sunday evening the set will be repeated.

Naylor Edyth Henson Scranton Nicholas Bennett Jermyn O. Roe Carbondale David J. Jones Forest City Buster

Water Main Break Creates Muddy Pike Street Blockade

A water main on Pike Street near Alderman Atkinson's office ruptured yesterday and could not be shut off in time. The resulting mud hampers access along the street, making it nearly impossible for fire apparatus to pass until repairs are completed.

Pike Street Atkinson

Reverend Chaffee Leaves for Wy oming Conference

Rev A F Chaffee of the First Methodist Episcopal Church left yesterday to attend the fiftieth annual Wyoming conference session. He serves on the committee on examinations judging ministerial candidates and the sessions began yesterday morning. He is expected to return to his pastorate for at least another year.

A. F. Chaffee First Methodist Episcopal Church Wyoming

Hibernians to Host Annual Social at Burke's Hall

Division Noe 1 of the Ancient Order of Hibernians plans an evening social at Burke's hall. The committee works hard to ensure a cheerful, well organized event and expects this year's gathering to be the brightest and gayest yet.

Ancient Order of Hibernians Burke's Hall

Melville Lecture Promised Again in Wilkes-Barre

Last night a high admission fee kept crowds from hearing Mr. Melville, but tonight the city will host the same program for those who can pay. The Baptist church should be filled by 7 45, with introductions and music by the Graham elstlers.

Wilkes-Barre Melville Graham Elstlers

Patterson's New York Pony Joins Local Streets Parade

Augustus L. Patterson bought a handsome Shetland pony during a New York trip for his children. The miniature horse will likely be seen in front of a small carriage on our streets when pleasant weather returns.

Augustus L. Patterson New York

Fortnightly Club Meets at Mrs Scurry Home

The Fortnightly club gathered Monday evening at Mrs W G Scurry’s Washington Street residence. Members wore country attire and the affair proceeded in a rustle manner that drew mild comment from Mitteh.

W. G. Scurry Washington Street Mitteh

Engagement of Miss Heesling and Peter Ev erling Jr

Announcement of engagement between Miss Margaret Heesling of Honesdale and Peter Ev erling Jr of this city. The wedding is set for Tuesday April 16 at St Magdalen’s German Catholic church in Honesdale.

Margaret Heesling Honesdale Peter Everling, Jr St. Magdalen's German Catholic Church

Masonic and Fraternal Orders Mentioned in Notice

A brief notice lists fraternal organizations including William H. Davies Post No 187 GALR Pioneer castle No 205 A O SK M.C Midelity Conclave No 130 and the Improved Order Heptasophs, indicating lodge affiliations and membership groups.

William H. Davies Post Pioneer Castle

Local Notes On Residents And Moves In Area

Theron Lee returns to studies at Lafayette College. John D D Nealon and Joseph Monaghan from the city were in Honesdale on Monday. Miss Huth B Clark ill with pneumonia at Dr D L Bailey’s home on Church street. P A Duffy moved from the Lotus house on Pike street to the Duty residence on Fallbrook street. Misses B and Kathryn Gallagher of Scranton guesting with Mr and Mrs James J Gorman. Lehman Carey of South Washington Street takes a position with Carbondale Machine Company. Daniel Davis resumes work at Delaware and Hudson car shops after weeks with an injured eye.

Theron Lee Lafayette College John D.D. Nealon Joseph Monaghan Honesdale Huth B. Clark D. L. Bailey Church Street P. A. Duffy Ftrot Loftus House Pike Street Fallbrook Street Kathryn Gallagher Scranton James J. Gorman Lehman Carey South Washington Street Carbondale Machine Company Daniel Davis Delaware and Hudson Car Shops

Jermyn and Mayfield Borough News

The Jermyn Mayfield meeting notes report board actions on bills for water and electric services, a truancy officer salary, and janitor sworn in for police protection. A wedding of Prynan and Miss Mary Jones, a parade to Taylor for the Century Hose, and new Aptesians uniforms are noted, with several local visits and upcoming exhibitions and health updates.

Pritchard Grant Wand Ridwards George Blake Patel Consolidated Water Company Avery Wgs Davia Daniter Pevan Stevlal Bdnine Blake Pritehad Retort Prynan Mary Jones Monlay Jones Myde Mark Avenue Seranton Aptesian Taylor Century Hose Company Aptesians Philadelphia Frowes Bryant Taniuequa God Ces L. A. Green Jynan H. Howe Methodist Episcopal Church Jermyn John H. Rowe Tad Ontario and Western Company Mazel Florida Ir. & Opthvie Wheeler Carbondale Ly. J Mie Mou Soby

Excelsior power hire approved by Olyphant council

Olyphant council adopted a resolution giving the Excelsior company authority to hire a permanent man and allocating 800 to the city department. The vote had little debate. Several applicants, including Mr. McDonnell, were considered and opposed by some members.

Council Excelsior Ove Company Hore Howe Cine Fay City Department McDonneil McDonnell Vlei von Stelle McManus Pettiern Jane Hobiwem Mowels Realint Foler Nealon Reap Brown Wicely Iackavapina Telephone Company Warthe Delaware and Mirdeon Company Whieltow Ile Graasy Tslaind Askillent Cleetiie Knights of Pythiee Blakely Baptist Church Scherdls Tall Mies Louise Brown Sadie Togain Austin Laynes J. O H. Mahon

Enchanted Fair Opens With Promising Start At Local Rink

The fancy fair at Taylor begins with large crowds and strong optimism for success. Decorations charm visitors as booths showcase prizes like a Shidduhairin prize from Scranton and a 101 lel bicycle at low cost. Jurors for May and June include local merchants such as John Atherton and Joseph.

Xoo Weber Achdurahin Scranton W. H. Thomas

Peruna endorsements from notable figures and readers

Letter excerpts praise Peruna as a grand tonic and a woman's friend. Mrs Gridley and Mrs Longstreet vouch for its rejuvenating effects, while other readers describe notable improvements in digestion and relief from catarrh. A doctor explains catarrh stages and endorses Peruna as a cure.

Tow sermon and choir uplift church event in hard weather

The Rev. Shanes Wilkes led two sermons on the Christ topic Thief Testimony of Christ at the church. The newly organized choir under Benjamin Bernlines performed. Station Agent Medjeo and Miss Janet Inglis are mentioned with positive notes on health and recovery.

Kraneis Dahl Shanes Wilkes Christ Dernleines Ue Musica Elireh Maythy Bander Vie Onesushow Medjeo Mountain Park Lie Hoon Toei Cortyal Railroad New Derey Janet Inglis New 1 Sehiout Wych Owens

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