City Notes and Local Events Include Funeral and Recitals
City notes report a Lyceum meeting at 8 o clock. a special meeting of the Sewinan Miamzing club. a funeral at the Fleat Presbyterian church in Carbondale. and a May 4 dramatic recital by Mrs Helen Clarke at St Lake's parishhouse. Additional items list recruits sent to Columbus, New York harbor for cavalry service and a music sale at Powell's music store.
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Bpieceal
Mmreveng
Sewinan Miamzing Club
Hell
Dhl
Myers Menor
Dan Ikness
Dmpotituye
Columbus
New York Harbor
Ernie
Veredi
Atimny Dohnste
Robert Otis
Collins
Bierantons Pootel
Astiles
Willam Janes Vinelaini
Pell Tawaetadye
Mrs Clarke
Mra
Helen Sarke
New York
Lake
Alties
Mere
Saul Gorluch
Thomas Glopel
Powell
Manher
Ihe Iil
St. Mourgaret
Hospital reports from Avondale and local mines
Martin Verick and John Porteuz laborers at the Avondale mine suffered burns from a gas explosion and were treated at the Motes Taylor. Arthur Lang, Trent job office worker, lost the little finger from a press accident and was hospitalized. Charles Mowaika of Keen Ridge was struck by a falling object, sustaining head and facial injuries and was taken to Lackawanna hospital.
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Martin Verick
John Porteuz
Avondale
Delaware, Lackiewannea and Western Company
Msmouth
Arthur Lang
Prem
Trlane
Luckawanna Hospital
Charles Mowaika
Keen
Death of John Barrett Pittston Leader Passes Away
John Barrett of Pittston died at his home yesterday at 12 30. He was among Luzerne county’s oldest residents. Born in Baily Castle County Mayo Ireland he came to this country with his wife many years ago. He lived in Pittston for decades and was a respected local figure. The obituary notes his Irish roots and long life in the community.
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John Barrett
Pittston
Luzerne
Bailycastle
County Mayo
Ireland
Pabiin
Cllege
Death of long time Pitteton teacher Mr Darrett
Mr Darrett a noted Irish historian and linguist taught in Pitteton for many years and will be buried after a high mass at St Johns Catholic Church. Survived by five sons and two daughters including John I Mare rel editor of the Stranton Truth and Dr J Barrett. Funeral at 8 40 tomorrow.
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Darrett
Pitteton
John I, Marerel
Stranton
Thorne FF Barrett
Alne
J. Barrett
Edward Barrett
Pitteten
Michael Mar
Rumor of Big Sale In Railways Reaches Scranton
A rumor claimed a syndicate from New York and Philadelphia had bought the Wyoming Valley Traction and Scranton Railway companies. Trading in Scranton Traction stock opened at 5 and fell to 4 amid market chatter. General Manager Silliman said he knew nothing about any transfer.
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New York
Philadelphian
Aston
Wyoming Valley
Traction Company
Scranton Railway Company
Lowe
Scranton Traction
Philadelphia Exchange
Silliman
Contested Election Costs Mount in Limistal-Kelly Fight
Anniversary of the commission marks rising expenses in the Limistal-Kelly contest with an estimated $65,000 spent so far. Testimony spanned 197 days with about 9,000 witnesses and contemporary fees. Additional bills from officers, subpoenas, travel, and transcripts push total costs toward 15,000 plus.
City Sewer and paving work start under city engineers
Street Commissioner Do Boyle begins repairs on Hyde Park avenue and Academy street sewers under City Engineer Phillips supervision. Work on private sewer from St Johns church to Harvow silk mill to connect to a river sewer will start. Dixcourt paving rear of city hall and forests court to be undertaken soon after contract certification.
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Hyde Park Avenue
Academy Street
Do Boyle
Phillips
Alcatraz
Dixcourt
Phillipe Yeaderday
Forestcourt
Breckcourt
von Storch Avenue
Honesdale Street
Third District to Elect Delegates for Primary Election
Rory Nichols announces a convention for the Third Legislative district to elect delegates to the state convention in May. Primaries are set 4 to 7 p.m. at regular polling places. A piano device called the Angelus is pitched as superior to ordinary mechanisms, with a growing repertoire and claims of high performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rory Nichols
Charles Hott
Gomvendam
Van Horn Faces Execution in Dunmore Jail Corridor
Condemned man Van Horn, set to die on the scaffold in corridor No. 2, remains calm and resolute. A death watch has been organized, with Sheriff Pryor and Warden Simpson coordinating guards and spiritual counsel as the town awaits the scheduled execution in about one week.
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Fivorge
K. van Horn
Josephine Weeteet
Nils
Tanner
Vin Horn
Fred Harper
Durmore
Board of
Paiidons
Harrisburg
Tlen
van Viorn
Wadena
Board of Pardons
Beon
Tie
van Horn
Van
Pryer
van Porn
Cella
Merolo Vas
Sheri Pryor
Pryora
Elals
Lackawanna Steel Plant Move Rumors Stir Buffalo Papers
Rumors claim the Lackawanna Iron and Steel Co aims to relocate a $1.5 million steel plant to Buffalo, with Scranton and Beranton ties noted. Buffalo backers listed include Albright Hamlin Jowers Goneary Hayes and Milburn states the project is broader than the Lackawanna and One or two Holders have ties.
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Lackawanna Iron and Steel Company
Buffalo
the Enquirer
Stony Point
Lackawanna Iron Wad
Beranton
Carnegie
Conkling
Lomileanital- Ista
John J. Albright
WI Hamlin
Comming
John G. Milburn
Lackawinnia Tron and Steel Company
Lackawanna
Scrinton
Lacknawanna
Homeward Bound Scranton Soldiers Reach Puerto Rico
George Klinglesmith and William Grose, Scranton privates in Company I Eleventh Infantry, return from San Juan Porto Rico. About 450 from Scranton and Wilkes Barre are due home. most discharged under general orders No 40 per act of Congress. They complain of transport conditions and embalmed “Ragua” meals aboard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Klinglesmith
William Grose
Scranton
Eleventh Infantry
San Juan
Porto Rico
Wilkes-Lurre
Dentler
Congress
Annual Second Presbyterian Church Meeting Reports
The Second Presbyterian church held its annual meeting with Rev. C. EB Robinson presiding. Reports show 770 members and 676 Sunday school attendees, with home mission contributions of 1 387, foreign missions 2,800, other benevolences 2 120, congregational purposes 146 008, totaling 27 440 across categories.
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Second Presbyterian Church
C. Eb, Robinson
Citizens press for immediate pavement repairs petition
A petition circulated by Charles P Matthews urged Mayor Motr to finish the asphalt repair contract and begin work at once. It was signed by prominent citizens and handed to the mayor, who refused to name the signers and said he would forward it to the common council tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles P. Matthews
Motr
Mr. Matthews
Moir
Common Council
Oil Strike Sparks National Rush to Cambridge Site
A major oil strike near Cambridge draws rapid influxes of sperdhators from across the country. Local excitement mirrors the energy surge as workers swarm the area and anticipation builds for developments.
Died in Dunmore Mrs William McDonough
Funeral arrangements for Mrs William McDonough reported in Dunmore Ario. The deceased resided on Cheevnus street. Details of services to follow in a later notice.
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Mponogugh
Dunmore
Ario
William McDonough
Bf Sears
Ope
Roehlenece
Cheevnus Street
Judge rules city clothing tax ordinance unconstitutional
Judge Gunster today ruled the city’s transient merchandise tax and fine system unconstitutional in the case Commonwealth vs Morris Wormser. Wormser, an out-of-town merchant, was fined for a special sale without tax payment and jailed briefly before release. The opinion cites Commerce Clause and Equal Protection concerns, calling the ordinances vague and excessive.
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Gunster
The
Commonwealth
Morris Wormser
Evers
Morris Wormer
Millar
Wormser
O'Brien & Kell
Alexander Well
New York
Lackawonda Avenue
Ordinanes
Congress
Mrs Alice Thomas seeks divorce over alleged adultery and cruelty
Mrs Alice Thomas filed for divorce from Philip J Thomas long noted labor leader. She cites separation since 165% and claims cruel treatment and infidelity including a second relationship. The couple's history includes Newport Wales and Scranton residency with a New York period. The wife, a nurse by trade, and their daughter reside in the region while the husband is in New York aiding ventures.
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Alice Thomas
Philip J. Thomas
New York
Dan
Scranton
Mra. Thomas
Thomas
Anof
Adama
Mia
Adams Avenue
Thomas Ie
Milla Hotel
George Frankcis
Mra
Wilkes- Barre
Damaged Stock Report In Local Insurance Claim
A damaged stock claim notes $1500 of merchandise affected by a fire incident at a local establishment. The loss is valued at approximately $1500 with $1000 covered by insurance, and the owner faces the remainder. The article cites the event as part of a fire damage filing in Pa.
Malta Convocation Plans Grand Maltese Concert
At Malta Temple last night the 09 committer outlined arrangements for a grand Malta convocation. A souvenir mug was decided, decorations planned by local businesses, and tickets for the Lyceum concert on May 10 to be mailed next week. An Anthracite commandery smoker follows the exemplification of the master builders degree.
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Kileghta
Malta
Malta Temple
W. &. Bartlett
Milliador
American Plas Company
Astm
Lyceum
Jermyn
Malia Tenspie
Grand Commandery Standard
Hichards
Wirth & Lawis
Vlothiers
Lackiwanna Avenue
Hingly
Honor to a Soldier Realph Gregory and Wheelmen
Members of the Green Midge Wheelmen honored Realph Gregory and a former representative at the club house last night with a reception. The event celebrated the bicycle club and its community figures amid social mingling.
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Realph Gregory
Green Midge
Lab
Eye specialist Silverstone Promotes Glasses and Care
An advertisement touts Silverstone the eye specialist as the remedy for vision problems. It claims he has knowledge from handling 8,000 cases and can refer patients to trusted sources for quality service. The notice mentions affordable prices and quick lens duplication.
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Silverstone
Temonitor
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J. L. Connell
Connell Building
Washburn
Melly
Wooler
Kit
Miss Beamish
McKinley
Perry Brothers
Wyoming Ave
ifeuMePe
Nopaxs Amd
Wyoming Avenue
H. B. Ware
Willanos
Fanny Mendelssohn
Riemearsala
Lyceum Menter
Taelock
van Gergen Bpuneral
Joho Hh
Bor Soranks
Fleat Presbyterian Church
Carbondale
Mmeelock Baturdey
Eelock
John E. Barrett
Scranton Truth
Cravanvcasseraneereses
Couras
Nichols
Jie
Angelus
Gow
Hellcate
Expresso
Sauers
Rosenthals
Bieke the Povonuie
Cigar
Uned
Merolo
Death Watch
Buble
Auver's
F Ayer
Ayer
Buffalo News
Eleventh Regiment
Second Presbyterian
Toledo
Anil Ta
Cambridge
Lue
Selo
Country
Gunsteius
Swot Tam
Reading
Aeaving
Clemons, Ferber, O'Malley Co
Lackawanna Avenue
From
Torchon
Ralph Gregory
Eve
Lacks Ave
Over Laver & Marks
Kelly’s
Iruntito Avenue
Gueet
Pompiny DB
St. Ut Perry
Perry
Cindy Tooned Ome
Angelug
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