Social News From Brick Avenue and Green Ridge
Social gossip notes a melon party in Brick Avenue for cousin Daniel Lewis of Philadelphia. Miss Grace Sickler hosts friends Monday. games and refreshments featured. Charles EK Pais, son of a mill manager, and Miss Mary J. Teeds wed at Fr. Paul’s church Green Ridge with Nellie Currwa as bridesmaid and A. Forkin as groomsman. breakfast at the bride’s Adams Avenue home. The couple depart for Philadelphia and Atlantic City on their wedding tour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiven
Brick Avenue
Daniel Lewis
Philadelphia
Grace Sickler
Providence Road
Charles EK. Pais
Davis
Siaquoit
Mise
Mary J. Teeds
Atlantie
Pope War Yoni Hin
Lenographer
O'Brie & Martin
Local residents take Pan American tours and upcoming political race
A jumble of personal notices lists names visiting Lake Winela and Athnny Oliw, attendees at parties, and vacations in progress. It notes Dr John Bateson filing to run in the Republican primary for county sheriff and tourist travel by many to the Pan American exposition, with several residents returning from trips and enjoying gatherings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moe AO M
Chaunhaw
Monee Bowena
Greenwool
Jett
Minneapolis
Louis Freeman Perk
Theity
Brooklyn
New York
Han
New York Unierraity Law Welpel
College of the City of New York
Dale
Gomily
HC Wallace
Wallace
Mies Dale
John ©. Bateson
Doctor to Apetetree Campaign Draws Local Support
A fragmented notice describes a doctor planning a personal canvass of the community on September 14 between unspecified hours. He aims to gain support with the encouragement of friends and hopes to achieve an honorable victory.
Obituary notices from Scranton area deaths
John Reed of North Main Avenue found dead in bed by his wife. Coroner to perform autopsy. Reed, 1s years old, worked as a watchman for the Lackawanna and Western. Funeral arrangements to follow at Cambria cemetery. Also notes on John McArthur, Martha Williams, A J Colborn Sr, Matthew Connolly, Mary Knosaky, Rev. William Brucker, William F Morlmy, and Mrs Tally with funeral details and family survivors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athnny Oliw
Ma Americ
Mikens Elsenheri
Katherine Keeler
Trathieadaver
Chyely Drife
Mootdevin Nooy
Thomas Sprague
Fmity
Gainey Aventin
Weaterdoy
Wateh Mit
Rien
Maven
Bradford
Simo Hie
Car Dervice
Cuser
Pelamaye
Ladkowar
Marlee Company
Tiedt Fur Minthilo
Bubinies
Attornes Dames McKinnon
Sarawanna
FT. Day
J. L. Morgan
Pliteburg
United States
John Reed
North Main Avesnue
J. I. J. Roberts
Reed
Mamie
Naomi
Nellie
John Hewie
Knights of Matta
Cambria
Mcarthur
Henry Highfield
Keyser Avenue
Buffalo
John McArthur
Scranton
Lackawanna Tron and Steel Company
Bamboas
Frank Thompson
Henry Hiehfield
Frank M
Féyanton
Emma
Elfiot
George
Minnesota
Charles
Wilkes-Barre
Lackawanna
Frank Thompann
Mast Market Street
Matthew Connolly
Leogeetts Street
North Beeran- On
Thomas Mer. Cawley
Mia
Oliver Cromwell
Tattick
Matthew
Charlies
Wolock
Forest Hill Lewmeteny
Mary Knosaky
Mes
Merman Knocky
Biren Street
Indy
Shea
St. Paul's Church
Prospect Avenue
Minooka Commedery
William F. Morlmy
Willito
Marley
Hyde Park Avenue
Mr. Marley
William Thomas
Catherine
Minerva
David
Daniel
Elteworth
Y M I Excursion to Atlantic City Warned by Time and Route
The Y M I announces its second annual excursion to Atlantic City on Wednesday August 14 using the PD L and W O R R via Kingston Moscow and Philadelphia with no baggage transfers. Tickets are priced for adults and children with return validity August 14 to 24, including through-check baggage and a refreshment car.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlanticity
PD. L. and
W. OR. RR
Manunka Chunk and Penneylvania
Philadelphia
Atlantic City
Lexcui
Wilkes-Barre
Kingston
Moscow
Philadel
Tein
Pittston
Broranton
Db, L
Wy Tlekes
MM. Ee
Punch Cigar Maintains Lead in 10c Cigar Market
The Punch brand remains the top selling 10c cigar, continuing its lead in the market according to recent trade figures. Rival brands trail as consumers show persistent preference for the familiar Punch blend.
Appointment of Monsignor Garvey as Bishop of New Diocese
An unofficial notice confirms Monsignor Eugene A. Garvey of Pittston has been named bishop of a new diocese likely centered in Altoona. A formal bull arrived at his home, with Archbishop Ryan urging early preparation for investiture at St Peter's Cathedral in early September. Details on the diocese boundaries remain undisclosed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittston
Eugene A. Garvey
Pitteton
Witeh
Altoona
Ryan
St. Peter's
Archishop Ryan Ls
Domestic tragedy at Seneca house ends with recovery
Rose McLaughlin accidentally drank oxalic acid thinking it salt at the Seneca Fauret house on St North Washington Avenue. After tasting a bitter liquid she urged coworkers to try, she collapsed but was saved after a physician administered antidotes. she was pronounced out of danger after about thirty minutes. The acid was household bleaching liquid labeled pateon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rose McLaughlin
Washington Avenue
McLaughtin
W. M. Reedy
Base Ball Revival Hopes In Scranton Prospects Discussed
An editorial argues Scranton will not abandon baseball as amateur games surge. It predicts a revived interest at Athletic Park under local enthusiasts and considers a potential Eastern League or Pennsylvania circuit team, noting rivalries with Wilkes-Barre and possible New York league links.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton
Athletic Park
Bille
Massey
Clarke
Manta
Marty Hogan
Wilkes-Barre
Ekeary
Brockton
New England
Syracuse
Buffalo
Rochester
Jersey City
Reading
Newgamer
Lkely
Empire Eyate
Pennsylvania
Guimes
Troy
Allen
Ilion
Wind Mills Boost Water Supply Across American Plains
Wind mills pump vast amounts of water from underground reservoirs aiding stock, irrigation, and farm productivity. An estimate from a U S Geological Survey report shows a single twelve foot wheel at sixteen mph can lift about 1024 gallons per hour, over six months totaling billions of gallons nationwide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eiape
Holland
Holand
America
Kansas
Dakota
Towa
United States Geological Study
Man with musical heart and strange life tale
A Philadelphia area tale follows Joseph Mill koreek known as EAaward Lewis, the man with the musical heart whose chest sounds form melodies when listened to by doctors. He was reported to have a heart donated to Johns Mocking University of Philadelphia after death and receives a monthly stipend, with a future $5,000 in heart sale proceeds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tome
Joseph Millkoreek
Eaaward Lewis
United States
Europe
Joh Mocking University
Philadelphia
WO FP
W. Bh. Wingsley
H. W. Teller
Foulle
Lewisix
Alexander Jb
Lewlewie
Siberia
Imines
el Oor
Lewis
New York
Rival Mies Griffin Trails By 176 Points In Contest
With only nine days left for new entries contestants fall short of expectations. The field shows a beginner with a real chance as Mies Griffin remains the closest rival, 176 points behind leader.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mies Griffin
Standings of Contestants Table No 1 Last Day Points
Table shows contestant standings with names and points for a last day event. Notable entries include Meyer Lewis Scranton 436, Wilhelmina Griffin Providence 156, Vida Pedrick Clark's Summit 106, Norma Meredith Hyde Park, plus other listed participants from Carbondale Factoryville Montrose Olyphant Green Ridge and Wimmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Norma Meredith
Hyde Park
Vida Pedrick
Clark's Summit
New Sewer and Highways Chief Assumes Charge
William J. Thomas, appointed superintendent, took charge yesterday morning and spent the day meeting foremen about street work in progress. He hinted at possible staff changes but said he was still getting acquainted and had not yet formed firm conclusions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William J. Thomas
Tribune
Bureau
Steamship Wooda Ashore Near False Cape in Dense Fog
The British steamship Wooda en route from St Michaels to Baltimore ran ashore at 3:20 am one mile southeast of False Cape life-saving station during dense fog. The life-saving crew refused boarding, and the vessel backed off unassisted at 7:00 am and continued north.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cape Henry
Wooda
T. Michaels
Baltimore
False Cape
Virginia
O'Nea
Wocoda
Southern Railway Sells Conventioneers Tickets to Chattanooga
On account of the twelfth annual convention of the National Association of Letter Carriers at Chattanooga Tennessee on September 27 1901 the Southern railway offers round trip first class fares. Tickets available to all August 31 September 1 and 2 with final limit September 10 1901. Through Pullman drawing room sleeping cars to Chattanooga daily with dining car service. Charles L Hopkins district passenger agent Southern railway 828 Chestnut street Philadelphia will provide information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
National Association of Letter Carriers
Chattanooga
Tenn
Southern Railway
Pullman
Charles L. Hopkins
Chestnut Street
Philadelphia
One Contestant Scores as Edu cational Drive Nears Close
The Tribune notes Meyer Lewis led the Edu cational Contest with 600 plus points while Miss Griffin trailed by 178. Nine days remain to enter before August 15. beginners are urged to join and commit fully, as half hearted effort won t lead to a scholarship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tribune
Meyer Lewis
Lewis
Miss Griffin
Srevess
Ecranton
Howison Succeeds Kimberley in Schley Court Appointment
Exclusive wire reports Rear Admiral Howison has been chosen to fill the Schley court of inquiry vacancy due to Admiral Kimberley’s ill health. Assistant Secretary Markell announced the appointment, with approval also noted from Admiral Schelv.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, Aug
Schley Court of Inquire
Kimberley
Honey Gr. Howison
Markell
Adniliea Sehlew
New Jersey Day at Pan Set by Governor
Exclusive wire report states New Jersey Day at the Pan American event is fixed for September VW by Governor Veurheen. The Associated Press bureau in Trentino notes the date confirmation comes from state officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Jersey
Trentino, Ang
Veurheen
Pate American
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Lackawanna Business College
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Nathreape
Lite
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Anna Wierere
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Emily Wo
Mary TL Baily
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Martha Williams
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Monsignor Garvey
Bern
Conservatore
Patrane
Warie
Alfred Penningtou
Direetar
Wind Mills and Progress
Man With
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Traders’ Real Estate Co
Myer Lewis
Wilhelmina Griffin
Providence
Henry Schwenker
South Scranton
William Miles
Garfield Anderson
Carbondale
Ray Buckingham
Elmhurst
August Brunner, Jr
Frank Kemmerer
Factoryville
David Co. Emery
Wimmers
Arthur Co. Griffis
Montrose
W. H. Harris
Jennie Ward
Olyphant
Robert Campbell
Green Ridge
Casey Brothers
Lackawanna Ave
W. J. Thomas
Pere
Chattanooga, Tenn
Howison
Associated
Prema
Associated Presa
Aheywood
E. G
Coursen
King Miller
Maloney Oil & Manufacturing Company
Meridian Street
Correspondence Schools
Scranton, PA
T. J. Foster
Pliner H. Lawall
Trena KJ
Woater
Stanley I. Allen
Cramer-Wells Co
Wyoming Ave
Conrad
Lackawanna Avenue
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PENNA
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W. A. Knapp
A.ne McClintock
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AM Metal
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