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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1901
Page
5
The Lackawanna county commissioners announce public hearings on assessments for taxes in Carbondale city. Hearings occur at City Hall with districts Carbonide town, Bell, Wandling and others listed. April dates shown for sessions. Officials are Jolon A. Durkin and other county clerks.
At Alderman Jones courthouse two men held on suspicion in a break in at Mohr's store were presented for examination. Henry Williams claimed Forest City residency, while James Brennan identified as a Scranton native faced questioning as witnesses testified about sightings, clothing, and alibis. Brennan was hospitalized after the session as his condition worsened.
An 19th century advertisement touts Humphreys’ Specifics as curing numerous conditions from worms to dyspepsia. The ad claims intrinsic merit and lists many ailments with prices and directions to obtain the New Pocket Manual by mail from Humprey’s Medicine Co, New York.
Williams faced Alder man Jones for a second examination after a fight over bathing and cleanliness. Hospital officials warned of possible pneumonia. He claimed Tuesday night was spent in Scranton visiting several places, and Chief McAndrew travelled to verify the tale while he remained jailed.
In Morrison's court a Thursday night case drew a crowd of Italians as charges and countercharges shifted amid confusion. An 11 year old Italian girl served as interpreter while two Americans faced allegations linked to a dirt incident, with Angolto bound over in 300 dollars and Perrine and Polletti held at 200 dollars each after warrants were issued.
Readings and receptions planned across congregations including First Congregational Berean Baptist Trinity Episcopal First Methodist and Presbyterian churches. New member reception morning service theme Peace and unity evening. St Rose women’s pill slom ends. Men’s missionary show to begin 7 pm with weeklong schedule.
A garbled OCR fragment lists several labor organizations including Viermania Singing Society Knights of Father Mathew, Hendrick Lodge, Brotherhood of Railway Trainmen Central Labor Union Locomotive Engineers No 158 and Crarnmakers union.
Workmen were busy yesterday erecting scaffolding on the tower of the Municipal Building in preparation for removing the slate roof portion blown off during the severe storm. City crews work to secure the structure amid repairs expected to take several days.
Peter McCune suffered a fainting spell on Main Street yesterday morning and fell unconscious on the sidewalk. Dr Jobin Niles treated him and he was taken home by a carriage.
After thirteen years, Mr and Mrs Jeremiah Clune received a letter this week from their son who is now in Cripple Creek. They had not heard from him during the long absence.
A meeting of the Draymen's association will be held tomorrow at 3 o'clock in the Sons of Temperance hall. Business of importance is to be transacted.
A special meeting of Local 817 United Mine Workers of America is called for Monday afternoon at 3 o'clock in their hall.
James Durkin of Powderly Street lies in a very critical state after suffering a severe pneumonia attack.
The Central Labor union will convene tomorrow afternoon at Leolock to discuss upcoming activities and organizational matters.
Charles Kraig and Miss Jennie Kegler, both prominent locals, wed Wednesday in Scranton with Rev W J Ford of Green Ridge Baptist church performing the ceremony. The couple will reside in the city.
On last Wednesday Charles King of Pike street and Miss Sarah Hudson of Mayfield yard wed in Port Jervis New York and plan to return home to begin housekeeping. King works at the Delaware and Hudson shops and is popular among coworkers and friends send hearty congratulations.
John Durkin and Mollie Gil Martin, popular young residents of Archibald, were married at St Thomas church on Wednesday. The ceremony drew friends from the city and many Carbondale well wishers greet the couple.
Tiuy W. Tull formerly of White's Valley now of Waymart and Misa Bertha MW. Clark a Farview teacher and daughter of Mrs. Mary Clark were married at the Honesdale Methodist Episcopal parsonage by Rev. C OA Mace. The bride lived at her uncle John Shaffer’s Farview home and the groom and his brother operate a fine farm near Waymart.
Bennie Stone a Sunday paper seller accused George Grady of Greenfield road of assault and battery before Alderman Atkinson on Thursday night. The boy testified Grady told him to leave after seeing copies of a tabooed sheet in his bundle. Grady denied the act and produced a witness. Without corroborating evidence the boy withdrew the charge.
Arthure H. O Neil, advance representative, completed details for Frank Keenan's coming Sol visit of the Smith Russell comedy A Poor Relation at the Grand. He notes a strong costly supporting cast including George Sprague, George Miller, John Cumberland and Misses Henderson, Martiarty, Long, Dooling, Springie.
On Wednesday afternoon April 24 at St Rose church Miss Anna Hudgins daughter of Daniel Hudgins of New Cemetery Street will marry Frank T. Giblin son of Mrs Mary Giblin of Dundaf street. Hudgins is noted as one of Carbonale's popular young ladies and Giblin is a trusted employee of the Delaware and Hudson.
Pan American stamps in one two four five eight and ten cent denominations will be placed on sale at the post office May 16 until October 3. The stamps are not exclusive to any one location and customers must request them to obtain these stamps. Stamped envelopes with the stamps are available here.
Adair, secretary of the Y M C A in Scrinton, spoke last evening in the lecture room at Pres. smertin church. He presented a lively exposition of the Sunday school lesson for tomorrow which attracted a large audience and was well received.
Rev. R A Sawyer rector of Trinity Episcopal Church appoints Prof. Charles V W Doersum of Scranton as choirmaster and organist replacing resigned T Griffin Smith and Mrs. N L Moon in the church staff.
The Berean Baptist church cleared $120 after expenses from a Lyman H. Howe moving picture exhibition held Wednesday night. Church members express strong satisfaction with the successful venture.
Local notices list Amaient Order of Hibernians Division No. 1S Foresters of Adwison Court Golden Eagle No. 1 Shield of Honor Diamond lodge No. 6 meeting tonight in area lodges and halls. Members urged to attend and discuss upcoming events and duties.
The First Congregational church quartet and chorus perform amid solos and Wuesians features in an evening service. The program includes Somorrow’s anthem Alorning One Sweetly Solemn, with choir and quartet presented for the congregation.
The program lists several vocal numbers including Thought by Bierly and I'm a Pilgrim I'm Stranger by George W Marston. It features a melody and trio, an anthem Be hold How Good and Joyful, and a bass solo with chorus performed by a group featuring Miss Benson Mrs Bennett Meyers Roe and Jones Evening.
Merchants fault councils for not passing a license tax ordinance aimed at excluding fakirs. Three men claiming to represent the Pure Food company canvassed homes in Columbus offering superior groceries at low prices. Women were persuaded by claims that local grocers sold adulterated goods, harming reputable longtime residents.
A social evening was hosted at the home of Mr and Mrs William Collings on Upper Brook Street in honor of Mrs Mary Thorp. Guests enjoyed hours of games music and social conversation with supper served before midnight.
The final number of the Sons of Temperance course will be at Temperance Hall in the Murrin Building on Wednesday evening April 4. The Mitchell Male Quartette of Scranton will headline with local talents including the Ladies chorus and several soloists and reciters. Admission is ten cents for those without course tickets.
A string of neighborhood notes records Mrs. Oliver Chapman and relatives visiting West Pittston, Miss Carrie Lever improving, Allan Stanton and Bert of Jersey City visiting Richard Udy, Nora O’Hearn returning from New York, Mrs. Ralph Ciles and daughter Miriam visiting Mrs. Abbey, Miss Munyiaugh returning from Hancock, Lucy Robinson and Rosymond Wilson with relatives in Forest City, and several others including A L Avery, W P Lynott, and Mrs. W S Reese. Mrs. John Smith returns from Dr Wheeler’s hospital, and Enna Quick with son William visit Carbondale while her son regains health. All items from the Wagyne Independent.
Rev RK Poy Pierce Will deliver chalk talk on Our Boys at First Baptist Monday evening. Mayflower Jeidee No 6 will attend service at the Methodist Episcopal church where Rev M D Fuller will deliver a sermon. Pastor Maynard Thipseon Preaches at First Baptist on Establishing Confidence and Goodwill and Baptism of Believers Only. Two baptisms last Sunday. four previous. Mr and Mrs W H Tennis moved to Ann Davis property on Main Street. C L Bell and family depart for Bradely Beach New Jersey for summer. Citizens band to attend Forest City fair tonight. Mr and Mrs Richard Brown and Miss Pelly Solomon visit Scranton yesterday. Excitement on Main Street as three men confer and gesture animatedly. correspondent investigated matters.
Miss Anna Bryan of Washington D C praises Peruna in letters to The Peruna Medicine Co Columbus Ohio and to friends. She calls Peruna a tonic and a cure for catarrh and recommends it to others. Bertha Koulier Brookina New York also reports benefits from Peruna and Muanatin for nervous stomach issues and weight gain.
Three Councilmen Pawling Wheeler and Albert Moon led a street inspection to note needed improvements and crosswalks on South Main. The Artesian Hose company received new Philadelphia uniforms in light brown with dark brown braided trimming, awaiting the fire ladies’ debut in the outfits.
Frank Kelly Olyphant, son of Po Welly of Race street, sustained serious burns to his lower limbs when a cylinder exploded in the engine room of the Lackawanna Valley house in Scranton on Wednesday night. He was cared for at home yesterday and resting last night.
Miss BuYah Filicatt of albio union visited Mrs. Dawe on Plum Street on Wednesday afternoon. She will preach at Priceburg Primitive Methodist Church Sunday morning at 10 20 with the subject Enilre Sanctificatoin.
The article notes an evening service at seven and mentions the sermon topic The load of the Martyr's the Seed of the Church. George Decker has returned home after visiting friends in the counties. Mr Hill and family moved from Carmalt Street to a new home on the boulevard. Miss Miml Washing Ties returned to Mountéade after time with friends in Drie lung.
Peckville residents prepare for an all day Fourth of July event featuring preaching by local pastors, parades, orations, fireworks, booths, and entertainment. A Methodist church choir is expected to perform and several visiting speakers from nearby towns are listed.
Waverly and West Pittston community members press for Rev. Mr. Girdshall to continue as pastor of the Methodist church after a favorable conference vote. Henry White, Sanford, and others have received housing applications for the coming season while property improvements along Aialu street progress.
Mise Marie Coats 代表 Appleton Young Ladies Club 写信称 Peruna 在春季极好，能迅速缓解疲惫与不适，强调多位女性读者的积极治疗经历。信中列举症状改观和对全身黏膜的影响，鼓励读者写信给 Hartman Sanitarium 医师以获取免费建议。
The minister plans to deliver his last sermon in about two weeks, as many friends express regret over his decision to leave the church.
Thomas Scanlon Jessup, a well known local figure, suffered a terrible accident yesterday on the Moosie Mountain railroad where he worked as a bitakeniutte, losing two legs and one arm beneath the wheels. The Mt Jessup colliery is closed today due to a shortage of eats and a new fire alarm system is in reded ihews.
Thompson residents list local arrivals and brief events. M Lewis made a business trip to Binghamton on Wednesday. Rosa Collier returned from Portlandville seeking the unsettled estate of her father. Mrs Lottie Potter is arranging her vest. Walker, Hinghardon commercial agent, stayed with his sister Mie N B Poster during the visit. Jtew P T Tower planned a visit to Mrs Oakley in Kingsley. Austin Benson of Kingston visited relatives here.
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