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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1899
Page
6
Three men under the influence of liquor caused trouble on a Taylor Car in West Scranton. They assaulted Conductor Capwell after a fare dispute at Felts Patch switch. Capwell defended himself, fended off the attackers, and the drunks were left by the roadside as the car continued.
The members enjoyed a city trolley ride after a social in St Leo’s battalion room on North Main avenue. Preparations are underway for the society’s annual entertainment and social at Mears’ hall on October 1.
Cecilia Connors of Swetland treet appeared before Alderman Da vis of the Fifth ward last evening.
An advertisement lists Paine's Celery Compound priced at 0.75, Pinkham's Compound, Pierce's Golden Medical Dis. at 0.75, and Mellon's Food at 0.38 to 0.55 dollars, displayed along Main Avenue.
Alderman Davis adjourned a hearing on threats after hearing part of the evidence. Earlier, Alderman Kollow ordered the arrest of Mrs. Davis’s associate Mr. Connors, who was jailed in default of bail.
Patrolman Thomas Jones caught Daniel Murray in the act of stealing celery from a stand at Malin avenue and Lierne street Huncksters. Murray, returning home, decided to help himself. He appeared before Alderman Davis this morning on charges tied to a twenty five cent theft.
The funeral for Joseph Croswin who died after being struck by a Lackawanna train was held with a service at his Price street home followed by rites at the Polish church in Providence. A large attendance attended, and burial took place in the German Catholic cemetery.
The Republican league above Davies' drug store is disbanded after a Saturday evening decision. Joseph Anney Jr and his father Joseph Ansley have long been in the lumber business. Ansley plans to move to Alamogordo New Mexico after returning from a trip through the West. A large delegation attended the Hook and Ladder excursion to Mountain Park. The Jackson Street Baptist Sabbath school met at Round Woods, and an open parliament on Bible action will be held at Washburn Street Presbyterian this evening. all are invited.
Miss Ligale Lieyd of Jackson street spends a few days at Lake Winala. Benjamin Bynon of North Hyde Park avenue leaves for Lake Ariel. William Johns the shoe man was in Wilkes-Barre yesterday. David J. Davis returns from Atlantic City. Mrs Morgans of Eynon street comes back from Lake Winela. Mies May Transite of Tenth Street visits friends in Stretudsburg. Mrs LW Cramer and two sons depart for a short stay at Dote ville. Hert Harding of Jackson street visits Lenoxville relatives. Mr Joseph Heffron returns from Wilkes-Barre. Mrs Tessie Powderly resumes duties as trained nurse at West Side hospital.
A brisk clearance offers a pretty nice assortment of wash skirts and wash waists. The sale aims to reduce stock before month end, highlighting fine goods and a bargain atmosphere for shoppers.
Miss Anna Roberta of Edwardsville is visiting at the home of Mr and Mrs William Marris on Acker avenue after enjoying her annual vacation. Other notices mention Mr J Ellas of Edwards court spending his vacation at Like Arte and Mrs William Harris returning home after a trip to Edwardsdale and relatives at Edwardsdale. Loretta Cannon of Jackson street is also noted, with a return from Troy and Albany after a few weeks away.
Police pursue Peter Scott accused of throwing stones at a parochial school during a rainstorm and upsetting a nearby sister. He remains missing after authorities were alerted. Separately, the funeral for James H. W. Goyle is set for tomorrow at Holy St Mary church. Joseph Dugan, son of Captain and Mrs. Ephes Dugan, dies after a long illness. funeral services tomorrow afternoon. Puritan Congregational Church to hold a special meeting to select a minister tonight. A second Lieutenant for Company HW is sought tonight to fill a regimental officer line.
Brown avenue resident hospitalized for operation at Scranton hospital. Several residents visit relatives out of town including West Pittston guest Florence Harding and New York Street visitors Mr and Mrs Orr. Green Ridge council plans Lake Ariel trip. fire causes minor damage at Green Ridge Rolling mill. Manners pharmacy promotes prescriptions and cream soda.
A solemn mass was held at St Marys Catholic Church for the late Mrs Martin Healey with services at St Marks and interment in the Marys family plot. Pallbearers included P J Horan M W Horan and Patrick McGill among others. A separate item notes a girl fractured her arm on a porch fall and various local social visits and travels.
The bolt and nut workers warehouse nears finish as new build ings rise and machinery arrives. General Manager Zehnder projects the plant will be in operation by November 1 and plans to move his office from the board of trade rooms to the works within a few days.
A reader writes that Grain-O made from pure grains replaces coffee after one trial. She claims it nourishes the system and is suitable for children and adults, offering a delicious, healthful beverage when prepared per directions.
A large turnout gathered for a surprise party at P. F. McDonnell’s Prospect Avenue home after a trip to Flor. Hosts Mr and Mrs P F McDonnell and many guests enjoyed music by the Star Orchestra and a lively dance. attendees included Kathryn Wwnd, Mary Boland, Marla Coyle, Katie Byrones, Maggie Donaghan and numerous other local residents. Fred Parley was arrested on a wife’s complaint and held on $500 bail. John M Gallagher faces a serious charge amid other local notes and arrivals.
A farewell gathering honored Philip Rader of Mauch Chunk at the Ringe gold house garden on Cedar avenue. Cousin Philip Rader of Birch Street hosted the event over two weeks as guest of the evening, with a list of attendees including Misses Lettle, Emma Hartman, Annie Fickus, Minnie Sedewick, Lillie Haas, Lettie Hahn, Dora Scheuer, Cora Young, Ella Godechad, Mabel Coleman, Alvina Young, Mamie Littler, Veron ica Hebert, Philin Oder, and many others.
Fred Parks of 1400 Stafford avenue was arraigned before Alderman Lente on charges including foul language abuse of his wife and family and non support. The wife testified to cruelties toward herself and children with a starving boy given stale bread and three apples while awaiting court. Bail was set at $1000 for his appearance.
A party of notable young people toured the South mill Monday night visiting the various departments. The group included Misery Mary O' Boyle Veronica Gorman Katie Godwin Ligue Ayers Gertrude McGee Wate Coyne Mary Wivell Mary Coyne Kate Wivell and Messrs Joseph Ruane Patrick Poland William Keegan John Clifford John Mostemer Kmley Handley Thomas Crane and John Coyne.
The funeral of Mrs. Hanora Dugan will be held this morning from her home on Brook Street with services at St John’s and burial at Cathedral cemetery. John M. Gallagher of Peckville was arraigned on a serious charge and held without bail. The funeral for Fred Kellerman is set for 2:30 PM from his Prospect Avenue home with burial at Pittston Avenue cemetery. Knights of Pythias met at Horton Hall initiating three candidates. Scranton Athletic Club, led by Ringold Band, advertised an excursion to Farview, expected to be a big success.
Misses Susan Tierney Annie Mc Girull Agnes and Anna Dawson from Rune avenue return from Lake Ariel. Anna Faust of Prospect Avenue and Lena Paust of Hickory Street depart for four weeks. Paul Nordt leaves for Newark. Flora Rens and Lyone Levert of Iilebury Street set off for Philadelphia. Milton Moore and Percy Bennett return from two weeks at Lake Winds. Carrie Nape of Stone Avenue vacations at Lake Winola. Annie Hartman of Cedar Avenue leaves for a week at Lake Winola. Mrs Jonler and daughter Komi of Cedar Avenue plan a Sea Chef visit in New York. Jennie Markin of Brook Street vacations in Bricktown, New York. William Rudenbeh of Cedar Avenue returns from Fleetville where family summers.
South Side central city and central Hyde Park receive address orders directed to C. B. Sharkey at 1914 Cedar Ave. Phone 6082 appears in the notice.
A mass meeting of Lackawanna company miners is set for Saturday evening at Cooperative Hall. The ordnance committee report will be presented and debated. Previous gatherings barred newcomers, but this time admission is likely. a broader movement to lower powder prices across the anthracite region is discussed.
A major blaze yesterday afternoon leveled a barn at Chinchilla owned by the Providence Gas and Water company and leased by John Soraks. Inside were go bushels of oats stored just the day before, twenty tons of hay, potatoes, tomato baskets, a cutter, sleds, and harness. A horse inside was saved after its back was singed.
Attorney I. Ho Burne stated that if Judge Edwards declares the opinion binding law, the poor directors of the Serranten jwor district could be removed. He urged quo warranto proceedings to determine if any directors are rightfully in office and to fix election timing for divisions of the district.
A joint meeting of the Painters was scheduled for Thursday evening at their usual place. August Meineke was promoted to day ticket Agent at the Lackawanna office. successor not yet decided after discussions with Morris and Essex division head Raymond Du Puy in New York. Building Trades' council met to finalize Labor Day parade plans, with PL F. Holton chosen as marshal.
New York reports an 8 percent meat price rise since the Chicago riots, forcing restaurant owners to consider higher menu prices. Butchers say supply remains with current costs, while hotelkeepers may convene to push pricing higher on wholesalers’ advance.
Harrisburg report says Joseph Snyder a Jackson township farmer was knocked down rammed and critically injured by a vicious bull. His wife and daughter saved him with pitchforks driving the animal away. Snyder suffered a broken collarbone two broken ribs and facial injuries.
Vienna August 20. August Moretig a government railroad official was arrested for stealing emergency mobilization planks and delivering them to a man named Ziboworski who allegedly passed them to agents of France and Thuesia. Moselly says he sold the plank for 204 florins and Ziboworski did not pay.
Major Robert Hh. White of the United States Army medical department has resigned at his own request. The president accepted the resignation. White, a veteran officer from Virginia, retires after swearing in and serving until retirement, with unclear reasons for nonreturn.
The ascent of Mount Dawson is recorded with Professor Chane K. Fay of Tufte College leading the party. Guides Hasler and Pune of the local flocs assisted, with the peak described as the highest on the Bethirha ridge and the climb offering a challenging ascent about ten hours above the base level.
In New York City a group of about 200 workers joined a strike demanding higher wages and shorter working hours. The action, involving cloakingker позиции, highlights labor unrest and collective bargaining pressure.
Seven thousand dollars stolen from a Conadiin Pacific railway station safe in Joliet Quebec. Police report a nighttime theft with no immediate arrests. Authorities appeal for witnesses and surveillance footage.
Pensions are allocated to Jacob Alles of Towanda in the Weebington August program. Details specify the benefit amount and eligibility in the local notes.
Peter Bloom prominent city resident died yesterday afternoon at his daughter Mrs Ives home 42 Washington Avenue after months of illness He leaves his wife six children Joseph Koch another well known Scranton resident died last night at his Chicago Street home He is survived by his wife four children and is brother to Victor Koch of the Scranton Hose
Stroudsburg Pa Aug 1 Hampton Predmore a farmer and mill dealer shot and killed neighbor Godfrey Transue on his farm. Transue was searching for a groundhog when he crouched to await the animal, and Predmore mistook him for the quarry firing instantly.
In August, arrivals list Noopi ond Antwerp eared and enkintion from Antwerp, and 8 Paul from Liverpool with dihaimpion. American ships merhaven and Kaiser Wilhelm Der Gropse appear. Cherbourg seating in ymrio is noted. Liverpool hosts Servia and Lewlogte arrivals. Mansi travels New York to Rotterdam, with Liverpool-Balhal Arana and New York listings for the same routes.
Governor Bione says Croker’s support for Bryan would secure Tammany backing and leave Bryan without organized opposition at the convention, signaling strong political alignment if Croker’s stance holds.
A grand river carnival event in Waltham Massachusetts is set to entertain members of the League of American Wheelmen. The program features a planned sequence of activities and is organized by local sponsors to promote cycling in the region.
The report describes a series of trial races in Newport involving Ava and others, with Defender and the New York Yacht Club fleet present. It mentions a 2 mile race and a munition related note, indicating a regatta style event with multiple vessels competing in a challenging course.
Paul Trenevieus government positions itself to acquire as many pack animals as possible, posting for supplies and essential padding for each mule.
Newtonbree promotes August sale with attractive Rus sets for ladies and men. The campaign highlights value and style across multiple sizes and color options.
A transcribed dispatch mislabels the U S warship Hooker as Simneker in reports about an anchored vessel near Manila harbor. The Hooker, formerly the Panima, is said to ride in the north channel off Cor regiher Island after a week of operations, with crews unable to float due to currents and depth.
A turbulent crowd gathered in South Brooklyn with opposition from leader Bryan. Gunfire broke out as a car was hailed and stoned, the driver fired several shots, tensions eased with no injuries reported.
At the grand circuit meeting in Waltham, Tom Linton won the mile motor race in a 4b time and set a 60 minute record while surpassing Higwes Ward. Attenaliide and other riders contested events as the National Cycling Association staged championships including Tom Comer and handbike events.
A fragmented report describes an event near Brownville involving a moped and a person names Podent Haywird. The account notes a telephone contact and a crowd in Bowie Village with a sudden fall and a late change in condition after about two hours, mentioning a senile patient and a hospital setting.
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