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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1901

Page

2

City Council Committees Named For The Year

The select council listed standing committees for the year led by Chairman Fletcher. Finance and taxation includes Thompson, Ovis and Mannion. Streets and Sewers with Battly, Kietehor, Thompson, Tablis. other panels for Public Buildings, Light Water and Fire, and more were appointed. A police salary increase was debated and set at 805 for chief and 800 for the force. meetings adjourned with committees to meet next Monday.

Fletcher Ihs Collins Eeery Thomperon Ovis Mannion Battly Kietehor Thompson Tablis Mleteher Battle Thivis Davis Phoanipson Thaerrett Davie Bietoher Thermnson Leteur Thoms Burreth Messrs Nuanee Pletcher Frank Molinari Carbondale Cas Company Avine Terrace Street Pthett Chainman Collings Dore Chadrmain Celtis Fe Tasatiineea A. T. Pherayeson Nelo Levanes Whitfield Cotlins Pugilane Kennedy Stone Masters W. TE Mlasters Laftius Newton Tredpurers Colleton Murphy Evans Pughiane W. Masters Loftus D. Masters Stone Murphy Fiules Pughane Whittrell Fwenkeily

Wyoming Conference Session to Meet in Carbondale

The Wyoming Conference sessions will be held in Carbondale at Wyant Methodist Episcopalian. At a West Pittston meeting the decision was not finalized. Cities like Waverly New York and others were discussed for future sessions as the semi centennial of the Wyoming conference approaches. The birthplace in the Pioneer City fifty years ago adds to its appeal and Carbondale was chosen by a five to one vote.

Wyoming Carbondale West Pittston Waverly Pioneer City Curren Highis Coy

Miss Martha Singer Hosts An Honor Party

Miss Martha Singer will entertain at her home on Main Street this evening with an niece party honoring her cousin Miss Leah Levy of Spade as guest.

Martha Singer Sith Leah Levy Spade

Nerve Pills Promoted By Dr A W Chase In Scranton Ad

An old advertisement touts Dr A W Chases Nerve Pills claiming complete nerve, blood renewal and quick strength gains. Testimonial from Mrs Janes Watson of Twelfth Street Scranton credits relief from nervous headaches, nervousness and grip weak mood after using the medicine. Dealers and the Dr A W Chase Medicine Co Buffalo NY are listed for purchase.

Scranton la A. WY. Chase A.W. Chase Janes Watson Twelfth Street Roranton Matthews Brothers Vorner Washington Lackawanna A. W. Chase A. W Br. A. W Hace Medicine Co Uffalo, N.Y

Collins named to national labor board by John Mitchell

telegram from Indianapolis dated April 13 1901 notifies Henry Collins Carbondale Pa of appointment as national board member effective May 1 Collins first district No 1 miner representative on the union's national board ten directors will direct the union's destinies Benjamin James and John Fahey are the other anthracite district men recognized for prior service Collins credited with integrity and long service on the district board and legislative committee praise from superiors and fellow members is noted as the appointment honors Cur Denehile and others expect congratulations

John Mitchell National Executive Board Kerry Collins Indianapolis Ind Henry Collins Carbondale Tasim Air Cellins Lee No Nembiiy Collins Denehile

Milk Price Fight Among City Dealers Sparks Union Action

Milk dealers in the city formed a union and set summer prices at 6 cents per quart after April 1, with all centers except John Williams charging the higher rate. Williams profits from underselling at 1 cent, drawing criticism from the union and threatening measures to curb the discount. The dispute centers on who bears the cost as farmers benefit from the price rise and public sentiment may press Williams to quit underselling.

Lome Deaters Suimmer John Willivams American Heim Lear

Storm doors removed at city building with improved entrance

Residents note the removal of unsightly storm doors that had marred the front of the post office and city building since last November. The new entrance offers safer access and avoids fear of a hat being knocked off or eyes discolored by slammed doors.

Wyoming Association of Congregational Ministers Opends

The Wyoming association of Congregational ministers opens this morning at the First Congregational church. The public is invited to attend and hear fresh timely subjects. This evening Rev. W. H. Stacey of Lunsford preaches and the choir will provide special music.

Wyoming First Congregational Church W. H. Stacey Lunsford

Beveath Avenue Resident Reports Recurrent Milk Theft

A Beveath Avenue resident laments repeated milk thefts from his rear porch over the past week. He warns that if the thefts continue he will dose the milk to reform the offenders, a measure reflecting local frustration with petty crime.

Beveath Avenue

First Flowers Bloom in Memorial Park Triangle

The first flowers of the season emerge in Memorial park with tulips planted last fall showing above ground. White and blue blossoms brighten the upper end of the triangle, adding a pleasant early-season display.

Memorial Park

Thimble Tea Notice At 68 North Church Street

Visitation orders issued by Mrs. Hob Jchadwin Mrs. M J Shields and Miss Jadwin for a thimble tea at the frame of the former 68 North Church Street on Friday afternoon at 4 o'clock.

Hob. Jchadwin M. J. Shields Iiss Jadwin North Church Street

Portnightly Club Hosts Evening at Mrs Thompson’s Home

The Portnightly club gathered last evening at the North Church street residence of Mrs. J. J. Thompson. The occasion centered on the mutual pleasures of a children's party crafted by the host.

J. J. Thompson North Church Street

Moving Pictures at Howe’s Wednesday Program

Thursday features Vogel and Deming’s Mine actresses while Friday brings the American Opera Company in Poaust with a bold performance schedule and local audience interest.

Lusan Howe Moving Pictures Vogel and Deming American Opera Company Poaust

Mr. Gramer Recovers After Illness at Home

Assistant District Attorney Louis Gramer left his home yesterday for the first time in weeks as he slowly recovers from a car abscess. He had been confined for several weeks with the illness and is progressing toward better health.

P Louis Gramer

Demolition of Old No 1 Breaker Begins Fast

Demolition work started on Sunday to dismantle the old No 1 breaker, marking rapid progress in the renovation project.

Lumber Breaker Closure Sparks Firewood Harvest Scene

Morning and yesterday finished. Hemlock boards in sound condition were free for removal, triggering a busy harvest of firewood throughout the day. Many men will lack coal fire use for some time. Breaker workers are idle until a new breaker is contested.

Base Ball Outlook Promising Local Citizens Rally Support

Local base ball effort gains momentum with over one hundred subscribers pledging 1 to 2 dollars toward a representative citizens' association. Nearby towns Scranton Wilkes-Barre Susquehanna have organized teams and a match may start next week with players including Duff Moran Rogan Loftus Mc Hale Murray Lynch Monahan Gordon Sheridan Hodgins Nealon. A game against Fordham college and St Thomas is being pursued in Scranton.

Citizens’ Association Scranton Wilkes-Barre Susquehanna George Duff Moran Martin Rogan W. Loftus Jim McHale Murray Lynch Emmett Pidgeon Richard Monahan Gordon Sheridan Hodgins Nealon Fordham St. Thomas

Minstrels Bring Big Cast to Grand Theater Thursday

John W. Vogel and Arthur Deming lead a large minstrel bill at the Grand on Thursday night. Arthur Deming is billed as the chief merrymaker with a reputation for spontaneous wit. The show features The Brothers Van, Rosalie, Tommy Hayes, the O'Brien troupe of acrobats, John T. Hoffman, Lew Benedict, Master George Jones, Professor Norton's Double Symphony orchestra, and other acts forming a wide variety program.

John W. Vogel Arthur Deming Arthur Brothers van Rosalie Wire Marvel Tommy Hayes Trick Bone O'Brien John T. Hoffman Lew Benedict George Jones Norton Double

Parish Services Announced For Women and Children

Evening prayers begin at 7.90 with rosary benediction and sermon for married and unmarried women. Children have services at .40 and 4.30 daily. The men's mission starts next Rainday night.

Hankins Family Return Home After Winter Visit

W Hankins of Duluth Minnesota has been in town since Saturday night. He will return this evening with his wife and two sons Wallace Watt and Nathaniel Reeve. They have spent the winter with Mrs Hankins' parents Mr and Mrs W W Watt on South Church Street.

W. Hankins Duluth Minn Wallace Watt Nathaniel Reeve

Manager Byrne Secures Howe Moving Picture Company At Grand

Manager Byrne brings the original Lyman H. Howe Moving Picture Company to the Grand Opera House for tomorrow night. The act is described as strictly high grade and the best of its kind in America, already creating a furore in major cities.

Byrne Lyman H. Howe Moving Picture Company Grand Oper House America

Delaware and Hadron workers return after strike

Forty two men discharged from the Delaware and Hadron company locomotive shops in this city for ten days returned to work yesterday morning. The day passed serenely and no further trouble is anticipated. The men won their demands.

Delaware and Hadron Company

Morgan a passenger agent for Anchor Line and J Pierpont Morgan relative

John T. Morgan, traveling passenger agent of the Anchor line to Europe, was a waller on James J. Gorman. He is a nephew of financier J. Pierpont Morgan and resembles the man of many interests.

John T. Morgan New York City Europe James J. Gorman Mr. Morgan J. Pierpont Morgan

Hibernians Convention Held in Scranton

J. P. Collins Richard Kirwin William Peel John Killeen Henry Loftus and James J. Gorman attended the Ancient Order of Hibernians Lackawanna county convention in Scranton on Sunday where substantial business of importance was transacted.

J. P. Collins Richard Kirwin William Peel John Killeen Henry Loftus James J. Gorman Scranton Ancient Order of Hibernians Lackawanna County

Feeney Falls in Drafting Room at Carbondale Plant

Chauncey Feeney slipped while repairing the roof of the Carbondale Machine drafting room and fell to the floor. He suffered only a sprained back with no other injuries reported.

Carbondale Machine Company Chauncey Feeney

New Hearse Receives Pride of Local Funeral Home

J McHale on North Main Street received a handsome new hearse from Ravenna firm Riddle Couch and Hearse. The extra large black enamel vehicle has rubber tires, a panelled top, ten fluted Corinthian columns, rosewood flooring with silver rollers, and silver mountings.

Ls. J. McHale North Main Street Riddle Couch and Hearse Company Ravenna

Mitchell Hose Company Special Meeting Tonight

Members of the Mitchell Hose Company will convene a special meeting this evening at their rooms to discuss ongoing matters.

Mitchell Hose Company

Local Social Notes Tell of Visitors and Travels

A collection of brief society items notes Fred Moses and Dudley Gordon visiting Scranton and nearby towns. Miss Marie Farley spent Sunday in Jermyn while the Doughers visited Archbald friends. Several residents and visitors from Pittston Washington D C Norris town Honesdale Newark Port Jervis Carbondale etc appear in the rotating schedule of calls and trips.

Fred Moses Dudley Gordon Scranton Marie Farley Jermyn Francis Dougher Archbald Charles Law Pittston G. W. Cross Frank P. Arnold Washington, D. C T. R. Durtee Thomas Leliison EK. T. Corby Rebecca MecCabe Norristown Ww. C. Ennis Weecks Mary Weeks Honesdale Maude Emma Collis Albert Breese Frank Jansen Fred J. Lowry New York New Haven and Hartford Robert Sunderland Newark N. J Carbondale Clyde Whitfield Charles Stephens Lorrain Ohio A. V Charles Seaman Watson Griffin Dickson City Howard Griffin Providence H. S&s. Alworth Ida Coleman H. A. Purple George Laubshire Port Jervis Matamoras

Hall Caine Play The Christian Comes To Our City

The Christian by Hall Caine, praised by over a million, will appear soon in our city. The season ends in a blaze of glory with the American Grand Opera company performing this week featuring Madame Delmottu, Rosemarie Campbell, Grafton Baker, Harry Williams, Henry C Peaks, and Alfred Kuttner.

Hall Caine American Grand Opera Company Madame Delmottu Rosemarie Campbell Grafton Baker Harry Williams Henry ¢. Peaks Alfred Kuttner

Reappointed pastor keeps First Methodist in city

The Rev. A. F. Chaffee returned from the Wyoming conference yesterday afternoon and has been continued in his charge for another year. Under his leadership the First Methodist church has grown spiritually and materially, and the gain is expected to continue.

A. F. Chaffee Wyoming Chaffee Methodist

Rummage Sale to Be Held by Young Lady Workers

The Young Lady Workers of the First Methodist Episcopal church plan a rummage sale in the opera house block in about ten days. They will call for cast-off clothing furniture crockery and similar contributions by leaving word at Mrs W Fulkersons 62 Salem avenue or at Miss Alice Butler 65 Salem avenue.

Young Lady Workers First Methodist Episcopal Church Opera House Mra W. Fulkerson Salem Avenue Alice Butler

Ice coil mishap spares worker in Carbondale train car

While loading ice machine coils in a box car for Carbondale Machine yesterday, a mass of iron shifted and threatened to crush Joseph Schermerhorn. Spectators closed their eyes as the coils shoved him to the side and out of the car, causing only bruises.

Joseph Schermerhorn Carbondale Machine Company

Meetings Tonight Bring Several Fraternal Groups

William H. Davies presents a schedule of gatherings for women’s relief, St Vincent de Paul, the Red Men Lackawanna tribe 208, and the Carbondale conclave 329 of the Improved Order of Heptasophs.

William H. Davies St. Vincent de Paul Carbondale

Kilpatrick Interred in St Rose Cemetery

The body of George Kilpatrick of Wandling, formerly of this city, was laid to rest yesterday morning at St Rose cemetery. The Wandling Hose company attended the funeral in a body and the Vandling miners stopped work for the day.

George Kilpatrick Wandling St. Rose Cemetery Wandling Hose Company

Episcopians Plan Attending Anglican Social at Christchurch

A party from this city will attend the Anglo American social at Christchurch Por Est City this evening.

Christchurch Porest City

Illness for Justice of the Peace’s Daughter Esther Lynch

Esther daughter of Justice of the Peace Daniel Lynch and Mrs Lynch lies very ill at her Simpson home with family and neighbors awaiting her recovery.

Esther Justice of the Peace Daniel Lynch Simpson

Mission at St Rose Church Draws Large Attendance

The mission in St Rose church conducted by the Redemptorist Fathers began on Sunday and is drawing large attendances. Each morning during the week there will be masses at 6 and o clock followed by justruc.

St. Rose Church Redemptorist Fathers

Local Health Notes Highlight Mayfield Man and Jermyn Resident

A brief update reports Insurance Agent David Trill of Mayfield showing slight improvement after a week of internal troubles. Also mentioned is Thomas M. Grimbs of Third Street recovering from a severe rheumatic attack and able to sit up for a time.

Carbhondals Jermyn Friends Bunckis David Trill Mayfield Thomas M. Grimbs Third Street

Peckville Evening Concert Draws Large Audience

A large crowd filled the Presbyterian church last Sunday for the choir's second concert, featuring Mrs Dr Vandorn Miss Eaton and Mr Widowfield with strong preparation and a brilliant finish. The event pleased the congregation and reflected well on the choir.

Presbyterian Church Dr Vandorn Eaton Widowfield Ladies’ Aid Society Methodiat Episcopal Church J. Linfferty Bill Jungs Frank Taylor The Riverside

Lecture in Blakely Church to Benefit Boys Brigade

A. We Bower of Scranton will give an illustrated stereophicon lecture at Blakely Baptist Church next Friday evening. Tickets are 25 cents, with proceeds to buy uniforms for the Blakely Boys' Brigade. Miss Nellie McAndrew returned home after Avoca visit.

Scranton William Rogan Dunmore Street Pla. Philbin Averbald J. Evans Hyde Park T. J. Parsons Blakely Whist Club Main Street

Local Social Roundup From Priceburg And Surrounding Towns

Miss Belle Wrightson of Providence visits relatives on the Boulevard road. Hyde Park residents Lewi Schmidt and Frank Schmidt's families spend Sunday with Matilda Schmidt of Albert street. Miss Maud Voxsburg visits Mrs Liggie Dierks on Carmall street. Scranton guests Lizzie and Sarah Ellicott stay with Mrs Dawe. Walter Wielend and William Jones visit Providence. Alice Eley visits Peckville. A Saturday night party at Miss M. A. Caygill on Albert street features games and refreshments with numerous attendees including Gales, Gales, White, Maher, Caygill, Wood, Barrett, Wrightson, Schmidt and others. Mrs Hosanna Bentley visits Luckawanna. Mr and Mrs James Oakley visit relatives in Providence.

Belle Wrightson Providence Boulevard Road Alys Lewi Schmidt Frank Schmidt Hyde Park Matilda Schmidt Albert Street Maud Voxsburg Montdale Liggie Dierks Carmall Street Lizzie Sarah Ellicott Scranton Sauce Dawe Walter Wielend Willian Jones Alice Eley Peckville Suneday M. A. Cauygill John Gales Thomas Gales Willian White John Maher James Simatis William Cooper James Caygill Roger Wood Fred White George Bailey Joe Williams Thomas Redd Delbert Vosburg Joe Greaux William Versio Thomas Neeshan Dave Walk Clara Barrett Cordelia Barrett Lebucci Wear Mamie Bucklow Annie Summers Migele Hall Bessie Morris Adelaide Smailes Sarah A. Coonmer David Vostburg Norma Morgans Murry A.yegill Linzie A. Wrightson Gertrude Walkiss Ligsle Neestan Matilda Sehmildt Myre A. W. Schmidt W. Cuinners Teets Mra

Local Visitors Reported Throughout Alburtis Newark and Moscow

Dr Knedler visited his relative in Alburtis Yu on Friday and Saturday Rev Jo Rankle stayed several days in Newark last week Miss Schipneriing and Miss Buckingham were guests at the home of Mr Bortete in Moscow on Saturday and Sunday Mrs HH Stanton returned from Lake Artel Friday night Superintendent Taylor visited the grade schools here on Friday Miss Helen Willanin was the guest

Dr. Knedler Alburtis Jo Jd. Rankle Newark Miss Schipneriing Bessie Buckingham

Local Society Notes in Moscow and Surrounding Towns

Mrs H L Guige hosts at her Moscow home on Thursday. Mr and Mrs George Kausterle visit Wilcox on Sunday. Frank Mattison of Binghamton visits his parents Mr and Mrs Gideon Foote. Fuller Evans Will Jenkin Arthur Seeley and Neal Knickerbocker left for Lestershire N Y for positions in a shoe factory. PF T Pelton of Moscow calls on Elmhurst friends Sunday. Kings Daughters society to hold a dime social Thursday evening. C M Curtis builds a new barn and improves property. Helen Cooper, daughter of Mr and Mrs B D Cooper, recovers from pneumonia under Dr Knedler.

H. L. Guige Moscow George Keausterle A. Wilcox Frank Mattison Binghamton Gideon Foote Fuller Evans Will Jenkin Arthur Seeley Neal Knickerbocker Lestershire N. Y Pf.t. Pelton Elmhurst Society of King's Daughters C. M. Curtis Helen B. D. Cooper Knedler

Funeral of William Davis Held at Pond Street Home

The funeral for William Davis was held yesterday at his late home on Pond Street with Rev. John Vans of the Welsh Congregational church officiating. Interment followed at Forest Home Cemetery.

Willian Davis Pondstreet John °.Vans Welsh Congregational Church Forest Home Taylor Castle Knights of the Golden Eagle Benjamin Reese David W. Williams William Andrews Richard Winters Scott Carey John Barron Oak Street Keyser Valley Lackawanna Company Ladies’ Aid Society First Congregational Church Moellner Carbondals Lizzie Owens Oale Street Bachelor Knights Weber's Kate Reardon

Avoca News Briefs Reflect Local Church Life and Departures

Sunday mass at St Marys Church was led by Rev Father Hale of Pittston with Kenny Thours devotion. Patrick McAndrew and Mary Davis of Avoca plan to wed tomorrow at St Marys. Presbyterian pulpit in Troy featured Rev Wilcox of New York and Rev E L Van Hoesen of Lake Linden. D T Smythe and John Connor attend the Presbyterian Synod at Scranton. James Doran of West Side takes a Prudential Life Insurance agent post. Mrs James Coggins of Butte City visits her mother Mrs Mary Doran. Mrs James McCabe and Mrs Edward Dunleavy leave for Butte to join husbands. Mrs John Brennan of Main Street arrives and FP OBrien buys horses for new grocery venture. Mrs Margaret Shaughnessy of Wiltonsport visits daughter. Mr and Mrs M J Healey of Phain spent Sunday at Plannery residences. Miss Mary McCrindle visits Carbondale friends Roy Bittinger of Falls and El. Gerwick of Welton spent Sunday in town.

Honorih Lodge Daughters of Rebekah Archbald Miapah Lodge Jermyn John Forschner Main Street Thomas Williames Squire Keifer James Allen Carbondale Jobs Street William Gibbs West Mayfield Scranton John Lucas Bray's Livery Alain Street Rivas Edwards Windsor Hotel New York James Evans Providence Reallents Jornoyn J. 3. Cox North Main Street Wox South Main Street Mabel Davis Middletown WN. Y Bert Gabel Albany Electric Light Company Borough Treasury Thomas Hovkiday Robert Edwards Kenny Thours St. Mary's Church Mr Hale Pittston Patrick McAndrew Mary Davis St. Marys Church Mr. Wilcox New York City E. L. van Hoesen Lake Linel Presbyterian Church Troy D.T. Smythe John Connor Scragton James Doran West Side Prudential Life Insurance Company James Coggins Butte City Mountuana Mary Doran West Slade James McCabe Edward Dunleavy Butteity John Brennan O'Brien Creer Margaret Shaughnessy Wil- Tunsport Aira Vtvs Mechradl M. J. Healey Phaine Mary McCrindle Roy Bittinger Falls el. Gerwick Welton

A Spring Tonic for Body Health and Energy

A local tonic promotes Lichty’s Celery Nerve Compound as a spring health aid. It claims to tone nerves blood kidneys and liver, boosting energy, sold by Matthews Brothers.

Lichty Mutthews Brothers, A

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