City Notes From The Commonwealth Buildings Area
Local notes report sidewalk work on Spruce Street side of Commonwealth buildings and repairs. Alfred Shiffer from Mifflin Avenue recovering after paralysis. Consolidated Milling Exchange plans Minneapolis branch. Clarke Bros and West Side merchants buy land to expand dry goods. Grace Episcopal church group plans picnic and excursion. funeral for Mrs. Lona G. Day set. Winnett Stock Co. at Frothingham with prices 10 and 20 cents. Charles Orchard to supervise Delaware and Hudson freight stations after May 1. resignation of R. A. Williams from Vine Street station. Marriage licenses issued to several couples. County Medical Society met. John B. Smith Fire Co. filed charter. list of sidewribers named. New photos in New York Herald feature Captain Hannah Masland linked to Salvation Army group. Railroad Y.M.C.A. renovations include repainting and new wash annex. Liquor licenses transferred: H. A. Beebe, Edward Wels, Annie Mezrours, Miskel Sharak, Julia Gilli... transfers listed. Donations to Foundlin Home totaled 4511 with prior 2489.
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Spruce Street
Commonwealth
Alfred Shiffer
Mifflin Avenue
Consolidated Milling Exchange
Minneapolis
Charles Orchard
Hridge Street
Vine Street
Delaware and Hudson Company
ER. A. Williams
Winton
Edmund G. Thomson
Elizabeth Biss Ashelman
Scranton
Marlin Murphy
Bridget Armstrong
Scranin
The
County Medical Society
Court House
Dr. Hogan
John B. Smith Fire Company
Prothonotary
Pryor
Patrick F. Horo
Hernard Soeeney
Michael E. McGowan
John J. Reilly
John J. Loftus
Mlichael J. McHale
Millard J. Bren
New York Herald
Ballington Hoath
New American Volunteer Organization
Miss Masland
Bullington
Booth
Railroad Young Men's Christian Association
H. A. Beebe
JL. F. Craward
Edward Wels
Patrick J. Hoar
Annie Mez Rours
Wes Ones
Ames
Dougher
Mitek Nal Sharak
West Lacka
MA Avenue
Patrick T. Paren
Julia Gillis
Throop
Joseph Grrdgemas
Foundlin Home Funct
Bridget Godwin
William Worthing
D. M. Trellly
Thomas Connor
Michael Mori
Kate Corbett
Good Farce at Academy of Music Delights Scranton Elks
The Scranton lodge of Elks presented Joseph Hart and his company in the farce A Gay Old Boy at the Academy of Music last night. Carrie De Mar drew the audience with singing and dancing, praised as the real star. It was the troupe’s second city appearance this season and strong press noted De Mar as a leading comedy soubrette while Hart and others offered lively acts.
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Academy of Music
Scranton Lodge of Elks
Joseph Hart
Carrie de Mar
Mias de Mar
Y. Hart
Ash
Remodeling of Siebecker and Watkins Store
Siebecker and Watkins have completed a major renovation at 406 Lackawanna Avenue, creating a large five floor store with dedicated departments for linoleums, upholstery, carpets, rugs, and a textile workrooms staff. The ground floor features a massive 8x17 window display with two furnished rooms, while a notable staircase and secure elevator connect floors. The article lauds the store’s elegance, variety, and hoped-for patronage driven by design and organization. It also includes a long report on the Young Men's Christian Association annual meeting and its committees, praising progress, attendance, and projects like the John Raymond Institute and gymnasium.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siebecker & Watkins
Lackawanna Avenue
Pennsylvania
Messrs
Slebecker and
Watkins
Young Men's Christian Association
A. W. Dickson
Mahy
Dickson
New York
Walter H. Buell
John Raymond Institute
Stockholders sue Spears Heater company over meetings
An equity suit filed by Watson Diehl for James Nolan of Carbondale and Thomas McDonald of Susquehanna alleges breaches of by laws and improper action by Spears Heater company directors. Plaintiffs claim lack of notice for a special meeting to approve a heater manufacturing pact and a lease to Pendleton Manufacturing. The court granted a preliminary injunction and set return date for May 4.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Attorneya Watson & Diehl
James Nolan
Carbondale
Thomas McDonald
Susquehanna, Pa
Spears Heater Company
C. EB. Rettew
A. P. Trautwein
E. E. Hendrick
FE. Clarkson
E. W. Mills
EK. W. Jackson
A.D
Laintiffs
Board of Directors
Pendleton Manufacturing Company
Kingston Youth Killed by Train Near Olyphant Station
Neary of Kingston was killed last night when he fell from coal cars onto a Delaware and Hudson train near Olyphant. Lever, the other rider, says Neary suddenly toppled between cars as the train moved. half the train passed over him. The body awaiting relatives at Sweeney's. coroner to hold an inquest today.
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Neary
Kingston
Delaware and Hudson
Olyphant Station
Lever
Wick
Sweeney's Undertaking Establishment
Crippen
Longstreet
Humareye Turned Over After Ball Park Incident
D W Humareye surrendered after a reported EB aeti coca wound at the ball park yesterday, with police receiving the valuable paper as part of the incident.
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Aeti
Ball Park
Promises and Faith in Educational Work for Our Association
The secretary reports strong progress in educational activities led by Chairman Buell and Mary and Perse Gall. The gymnasium under Mr Hoff maintains prestige while the railroad branch awaits the hoped building, with improved times and plans for a grand house warming. The Bible class and spiritual work gain attendance as prayers and donations rise, and members are urged to stay diligent for the glory of God.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buell
A. W. Dickson
H. C. Schaffer
W. A. Wilcox
Nay Ang Falls
Woodlaws
Tallie Morgan
J. M. Chance
J. W. Oakford
Association Hall
W. R. M. Slave
Wilkes- Barre
Pearsall
Mahy
Dickson
Asaaelation
Nasociition
Rayer
Eanor Burroughs
Hoff
Weaton
Association
Mary
Pesrgall
Baby Dies in Care of Unfortunate Mother
The infant of Mary Jane Lewis died last night in the arms of caretaker Mrs. William Hayes of North Main Avenue. The coroner, after examining the case, found no inquest warranted and attributed the mother's death to blood poisoning, not the child’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Jane Lewis
William Hayes
North Main Avenue
Longstreet
West Side
Alfred Lewis
West Lackawanna Avenue
Marker
Cavel Bartron
Lewis
Board of Charities Reports Progress Amid Quiet Meeting
The Board of Associated Charities held a sparsely attended session. The agent Mrs Dagean reported 30 cases investigated with 21 found worthy, seven provided work, four transportation, three hospital placements, two to health board, six cared for at Emergency Hospital, and five cases aided by nurse Mrs Kiesel. A typhoid illness on Keyser Avenue prompted aid for Benjamin Young, his wife, and three children who lacked necessities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Associated Charities
Mre. Duggan
House of Good Shepherd
Florence Mission
St. Patrick's Orphanage
Board of Health
Miss Kiesel
Dagean
Keyser Avenue
Benjamin Young
Lfe
Lackawanna Hospital
Moylan Appointed New Pastor of Honesdale Parish
Rev. V. Moylan entered upon the pastorate of the Honesdale Catholic parish as successor to the late Rev. J J Doherty D D. Moylan, formerly pastor of Archbald parish, is welcomed by many friends in the valley for his promotion to the responsible charge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
V. Moylan
Honesdale Catholic
J. J. Doherty
Father Moylan
Archbald
Comiskey
Hazleton
Passion's Slave Drama Presented by Winnett at Frothingham
The Winnett Stock Company staged Passion's Slave before a good audience at Frothingham last night. Joseph Slayton and the company gave a strong interpretation. This afternoon they present Wife for Wife and tonight The Unknown before the engagement closes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winnett Stock Company
Frothingham
Joseph Slayton
Hallstead Breaks Jail in Montrose Escape
Special to the Scranton Tribune reports Ole Hallstead, a large escapee 6'10" with blue eyes and light hair, fled county jail yesterday afternoon heading northeast. Sheriff offers 25 dollars for capture or information. Hallstead, coatless and hatless, was sentenced Monday by Judge Searle to four months for larceny in conspiracy with John and Lizzie Walker, who received one year at Eastern Penitentiary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Montrose
Ole Hallstead
Leonard
Hallstead
Searle
John
Lizzie Walker
Eastern Penitentiary
Philadelphia
Dead Body Found in Woods Near Austin Heights
A decomposed body of an unknown colored man was found in woods near Austin Heights. Coroner Longstreet ordered an inquest. jury ruled suicide after viewing remains and finding no foul play. An earlier assault in Taylor left hotelkeeper John Von Weisenfluh in critical condition. suspects Davis and Morris fled and warrants issued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin Woods
John von Weisenfluh
Taylor
David Davis
William Morris
Weisenfluh
Union Street
Taylor Street
Davis
Morris
Houser
Mr. Welsentiuh
Austin Heights
Sibley Mine
Longstreet
Justice of the Peace
Reese
Old Forge
Royal Clarence Vales Jardinieres Exhibit Draws Interest
A display of Royal Clarence Vales jardinieres attracts art lovers who praise the craftsmanship as the finest yet. Patrons are invited to visit and inspect the pieces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ROYAL
Clarence Vales
Xo Jardinieres
End of IT IS NEARING THE END M C A Membership Contest
The YMCA membership contest between red and blue sides closes tomorrow night at the association rooms. The outcome will determine which side has the larger gain in new members during the last six weeks. About 200 members have watched a sharp active race, with secret standings to heighten interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atherton
McClare
Young Men's Christian Association
Association
Powderly to Speak at Wood's College Lecture
Hon Terrence V Powderly will lecture on Labor and Christianity at Wood's College on Thursday April 30. President Williams will cover all expenses to benefit students and friends. A cordial invitation is extended to pupils patrons clergy and the press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Terrence V. Powderly
Wood's College
Williams
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City Notes
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