City Notes and Local Notices From Scranton Area
Widow's pension awarded to Mrs. Katherine Bradley of Waverly. Probate granted for Alfred J. Wicleman and Daniel Mallon. Clearing House week totals show mixed bank clearings. Socials postponed and meetings set for local fraternal groups. Donations to St Joseph's Foundling Home and Lackawanna hospital wards list numerous contributors. A local splinter incident led to a jail stay for Frank Maloney after a bar pane damage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Katherine Bradley
Waverly
D' Aquino
Wreck Court
Washburn Street
Knights of the Gollen Eagle
Goterprise Duneing Cles
Economy Hall
Wromliy Avenue
George Taylor
Alfred J. Wicleman
Scranton
Daniel Mallon
Olyphant
Amuel Witerman
Winifred Pallion
Seranton Clearing House
T. J. Detweller
Celestial Lodge
Order of Odd Fellows
Taylor
St. Joseph’s Foundling
Stella Fahey
John Fahey
Towl
Frank Maloney
John Hingin
Lackawanna Avenue
Erly
Maloney
Flaherty
Will Proceed At Once With New Home for the Friendless
A joint meeting of the Home for the Friendless committees in Judge Knapy s office approved immediate construction of the superstructure in Greenwood and Toomer avenues. Members reported $16,000 secured with more promised, enabling bids to be advertised. Architect BE H Davis outlined plan details and a slow burning construction approach that raises original costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Judge Knapy
Greenidee
Gale
William Connell
John Jermyn
H. A. Knapp
WH. Ripple
BE. H. Davis
New Respirator Tested by Phoenix Fire Brigade
Chief Ferber tests a new asbestos-leather air helmet with mica spectacles and a separate air cylinder. The unit, tested at the hook and ladder house, performed perfectly and may be adopted by councils for several purchases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ferber
Phoenix Hose House
Minooka Priest Stricken By Severe Illness
Rev John Loughran pastor of Minooka Catholic Church suffered a severe attack of illness in the past days his condition prompting doctors J J Walsh of Pittston Avenue John O Malley and J W Houser to attend him as friends surround Father in Minooka area
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minooka Catholic Church
John Loughran
J. Joseph's Church
Minooka
J. J. Walsh
Pittston Avenue
John O'Malley
J. W. Houser
Taylor
Loughran Recovers After Illness From Cold
Loughran, once down with a general indisposition from a cold, has passed the health crisis and is recuperating. Doctors report no organic illness and expect a return to good health soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Loughran
Alabama Telephone Collapse Sparks Investor Losses
The Harrison telephone exchange in Selma failed after eighteen months, with gates and wires sold for debt coverage. George A. Wilkins cited unaffordable expenses and poor service as key factors, noting investors expected returns and customers demanded better service. The Selma Journal confirms the debt and abandonment details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanta Constitution
Alabama Telephone Construction Company
Harrison Telephone Exchange
Selma
Southern Hell Telephone Exchange
Selma Journal
George A. Wilkins
Alabama "Telephone and Construction Company
Harrison
Telephone Exchange
Weither
Frothingham Arrested Over Portico Work at Wyoming Ave
Arthur Frothingham led an early morning effort to finish a portico at the theater entrance on Wyoming avenue. Street Commissioner Kinsley halted the work, had Frothingham arrested, and ordered the scaffolding torn down as Alderman Millar prepared to rule on May 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Frothingham
Wyoming Avenue
Kinsley
Mr. Frothingham
Adam Schroeder
Frothingham
Cea. Perigo
Wale
Perigo Hasta i
Linden Street
Millar
Frothinghton
Labor and Christianity lecture by Terrence Powderly at Wood's College
April blacked out date events invite all pupils patrons clergy press to hear labor leader Terrence Powderly speak on Labor and Christianity at Wood's College. President Williams will cover all costs to benefit students and friends as Our Woman's Paper expands circulation with ads and articles. Celestial Lodge I O O F holds funeral arrangements for T J Detweiler with badges and entertainment postponed. Local marriage items include Wards Edwards and Wigwig Hilwig.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terrence V. Powderly
Wood's College
Williams
Scranton
Celestial Lodge
T. C
T. J. Detweller
A. Biddleman
Rowley and Anderson Obituaries from Scranton Pa
In Scranton Pennsylvania Lisa Rowley daughter of Mr and Mrs James Rowley aged 2 years 5 months funeral Monday at poolovk from 419 Wyoming Avenue Green Ridge interment Dunmore Catholic cemetery. Anderson in Scranton Friday April 24 Mia Emma Dean Anderson aged 61 years 6 months funeral from residence on North Main Avenue Tuesday April 3 at 10 80 am.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rowleey
Scranton
Lisaie Rowley
James Rowley
Oolovk
Wyoming Avenue
Green Ridge
Dunmore Catholic Cemetery
Anderson
Mia
Emma Dean Anderson
Fuparas Fom
Inaac
Orth Main Avenue
Harrity Dominates Allentown Convention Power Play
A midwinter political shakeup follows Harritys rise as county Democrats switch allegiances to back him at the Harrisburg convention. Delegates from Allentown districts shift to contest seats, aligning with Harrity to avoid being sidelined. The shift signals a decisive move toward Harritys control of the 1890s party process.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic State Committee
Harrisburg
William F. Harrity
Democratic County Committee
James Flynn
Providence
John Gaffney
West Side
John J. O'Boyle
Charles Schadt
John J. Shea
W. W. Baylor
James J. O'Neill
Carbondale
Miles J. McAndrew
Archbald
James J. Lynch
Olyphant
Harrity
Flist
F. M. Vandling
P. F. McCann
Vandling
EK. CC. Newcomb
Spraks
M. FE. McDonald
Allentown
Lackawanna
Carriage overturns injuring women and children on Main and Market
Mrs Hammell drove a carriage with Mrs King and three children from Providence when the vehicle struck street car tracks at Main avenue and West Market. The carriage toppled injuring Hammell most, who was carried into Lewis drug store and later to A P O'Donnell’s home. King and the children sustained bruises but none seriously hurt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Side
Providence
Shooting Event at Dunmore Public Rifle Range
Saturday's Dunmore Range meeting drew a large crowd as wind hindered scores until mid afternoon. Ulric Horger drew attention with a match against John Blatter and M. Lee posted 175, reflecting mixed conditions and notable marks by Gandevesans H. M. Spencer and Washer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunmore Public Rifle Range
Ulric Horger
John Blatter
M. Lee
Gandevesans
H. M. Spencer
Iyisivavensen
Wert
Miss Carson Leads Evangelist Meeting at Second Pres
A large audience of workers and girls attended the evangelistic gathering at Second Presbyterian Church led by Miss Carson, the New York evangelist. The event was hosted by the Young Women's Christian Association with Mrs. H. M. Boles and Mrs. E. H. Ripple presiding.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Carson
Second Presbyterian Church
New York City
Young Women's Christian Association
H. M. Boles
E. H. Ripple
Miss Carzon
Brooklyn
N. Y
Alfred Pennington
Miss Black
Miss Garrigan
Misa Carson
South Side
Association
Child Burned While Playing With Matches
An eight year old boy, son of Ben Hopskinish of Scranton Street, was severely burned after his clothes caught fire from matches he found on a bureau. He crawled upstairs and screamed, drawing help. Dr. E. A. Heermaans treated him. by midnight the child was still alive but given little hope of recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Hopskinish
Scranton Street
Lttle
IE. A. Heermaans
Afflicted Family Hears Dual Private Funerals
The funeral of Joseph Wilson longtime treasurer at the Delaware Lackawanna and Western freight depot was held at 216 Spruce Street with a quiet service at the grave conducted by Rev. Dr Logan. Elizabeth Lane of Philadelphia was laid to rest there on Saturday morning, and Wilson’s invalid daughter Mattie remains near death as doctors urge secrecy to spare her shock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Wilson
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Freight Depot
Spruce Street
Elizabeth Lane
Philadelphia
Wilson
Coolidge
Lane
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western
Memorial Day Plans by Lackawanna Irish Societies
A Lackawanna County Council of Irish-American societies met at Ancient Order United Workmen hall chaired by J. C. Vaughan. They pledged cooperation with the Grand Army of the Republic to celebrate Memorial Day and named M. H. Griffin grand marshal. Committees will decorate graves at Hyde Park Catholic cemetery and a Sunday meeting on May 10 will finalize arrangements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lackawanna County Council of
Ancient Order United Workmen's Hall
J. C. Vaughan
Grand Army of the Republic
M. H. Griffin
Hyde Park
Dying From Delirium Tremens At City Hospital
Nellie Connors, a woman brought to the station from an Italian colony on Robinson street Friday, is dying at Lackawanna hospital from delirium tremens. Police surgeon Dr. W. G. Fulton attends her as she nears death. She appears about 30 and has a history of a dissolute life with police exposure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nellie Connors
Robinson Street
Lackawanna Hospital
W. G. Fulton
Stallana
Police
Funeral of Mrs. Emma Dean Anderson
Mrs Emma Dean Anderson died at her father Isaac Deans home on North Main avenue. The funeral will be held tomorrow at 10 30 a m privately. Born November 25 1844 she was the oldest of six. She was educated at Lewisburg Female Seminary graduating in 1865 and was active in Christian work. Her family includes Mrs George H Shires Mrs M R Walter Dr G Edgar Dean W A Dean and A D Dean.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emma Dean Anderson
Isaac Dean
North Main Avenue
George H. Shires
M. R. Walter
G. Edgar Dean
W. A. Dean
Dalton
A. D. Dean
Waverly
Lewisburg Female Seminary
Court approves viewers report on Robinson Street widening
A court approved the viewers panel report for the Ninth Avenue and Robinson Street widening project. Damages awarded totaled 2900 dollars to multiple estates and individuals including Gurrell, Peck, Mangan, Ellen Mangan, Mary Southward, with the city liable for moving sidewalks and building retaining walls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
F. L. Hitchcock
T. V. Powderly
W. T. Davis
Robinson Street
Ninth Avenue
Martin Gurrell
James Burke
J. W. Peck
Frances Mangan
Catherine Mangan
Ellen Mangan
First Session Planned for Pennsylvania Grand Council
The Young Men's Institute announces the first session of the Pennsylvania grand council to be held in Scranton starting May 19. About 35 to 40 delegates are expected with sessions at College Hall and headquarters at the Hotel Jermyn. Delegates will attend a mass at St Peter's cathedral and events include a May 20 reception at St Brenden rooms and a May 21 banquet at the St Charles hotel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Grand Council
Young Men's Institute
Supreme Council of the Order
Denver
Col
New England
Middle States
District of Columbia
Penneyylvania Ground Council
Scranton
United States
Grand Council
Worcester
Mass
New Foresty
Seabright
N. J
Red Bank
Philadelphia
Pittsburg
Allansay
Carnegie
McDonald
Wilmore
Altoona
Miner's’ Mills
Forest City
Pittston
Carbondale
Jermyn
Dunmorg
Minooka
West Side
South Side
Central City
St. Peter's
Music Hall
St. Brenden
St. Charles
College Hall
Grand Councell
Dunmore
South Pene West Side
Providence
O'Malley
Knights of St. John
Knights
New York
Oho
Pennsylvania
M. J. Donahoe
P. HH. Gilleran
Millinery Ad Promises Permanent, Increasing Trade
A millinery ad rebuts cheap price claims, asserting the shop offers steady demand and honest pricing. It emphasizes lasting value, asserts styles and quality are competitive, and guarantees returns if customers are not satisfied.
Acknowledged by Lovers of Art Best Ever Made Exhibit
A refined art line draws praise from connoisseurs and critics alike as the collection showcases exceptional craftsmanship. Patrons note the unparalleled quality and historical significance of the works on display.
Fourth of July Celebration Organization Formed in Jermyn
Local citizens met in Jermyn to organize a grand Fourth of July event electing John Jermyn as chairman A B Dunning as secretary and L J Williams as treasurer A parade in the morning a public meeting in the afternoon and fireworks at night are planned with a goal to stage the citys largest parade inviting societies businesses and industries to participate.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jermyn
John Jermyn
A. B. Dunning
L. J. Williams
Louis Company Closes Engagement with Penelope at Academy
Carrie Louis and her company closed their engagement at the Academy of Music Saturday night with Penelope before a good sized audience. Louis gave effective work in the title role. The Two Orphans was seen in the afternoon. Brook Trent, Lohmann on Spruce street, will serve you with Brook fresh from the mountain streams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carrie Louis
Academy of Music
Penelope
Louia
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Evelands
Tam
Cleveland
Mas
Rowen
Philadephia Cooking School
Norrman & Moore Fire Insurance
Wyoming Ave
Ackawanna
A. B. Warman
Penn Ave
Williams & M'Anusty
Ange
City Notes
Tico
Our Woman's Paper
Edwards
Bcranton
George R. Mavens
Misa Laura I. Edwards
PY. Jones
Lgormele
Hidwig
F. P. Doty
Hampton Street
Haleco Yal Fata Gesree Hilwig
Maith Lewis
North Abing
Marrity
Allestown
J. A. Moffitt
J. J. B. Feeley
Walter Gorman
Father Melley
Haydn
Katie Donahoe
Winifred Melvin
Lizzie Durkin
Thomas Needham
Father Feeley
Father Moffitt
M. F. Crane
Avoca
A. J. Kilcoyne
Florida
St. Joseph
the Sacred Heart
Our Lady of Good Counsel
Providence Corners
Dunmore Range
Bishop O'hara
St. John's Church
M. al. Griffin
Council AT
Percales
Finley's
A. R. Sawyer
the Tribune
Ss. Co. Snyder, D. D. S
Spruce St
W. W. Berry
Lackawanna Avenua
Clarke Brothers
Berkshire
Royal Clarence Vales
Jardinieres
D. Bolz
Shaw
Emerson
Malcolm Love
Clough & Warren
Carpenter
Waterloo
J. Lawrence Stelue
Rupprecht’s
Toa
Powell & CO
Louis Company
Penelope and the Two Orphans
Brook Trent
Frank P, Christian
Ata Spruce Street
Lackawanna Ave
Turnquest & CO
Lackawanna Aye
Columbus Monument
Washington Av
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