McAnulty and City Actions Highlight Local Ledger
Miss Ressie Judge recovers at Lackawanna. St Luke's church tiling and Center street conduits advance. The Gospel wagon tours Wyoming avenue and Spruce street this evening. The Board of Associated Charities meets at 8 pm in the poor board room City Hall. Bail set for John Boyce at 200 dollars. bondsman John Grouch. others held on threats charges. Charities office to move to the poor board rooms on ground floor City Hall. Emilia Sardonilli faces perjury charge. bond posted. Wheelmen parade town to advertise Windy cast races. A 150 mile wheel trip from Albany begins, aiming to reach Albany this afternoon. Joseph Beamish surrendered on aggravated assault charges. Thomas Gilhool held on family threats bail 200. Coyne post office established for Sibley Austin Heights Barbertown Mudtown residents. Casper Welkenflue named postmaster. Twelve contagious disease cases reported last week. one diphtheria death and one whooping cough death. John Coppins accused of throat-cutting. Mayor Batley remands to county jail for 30 days. Josephine Leshton secures new bondsman W M Cole. Robert Roe’s tax collector bond approved at 22000 with sureties F Edwards, C D Winter and S D Davis. Seventeen deeds and related filings noted in county clerk records.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ressie
Lackawanna
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
Center Street
Wyoming Avenue
Spruce Street
Board of
Associated Charities
Municipal Building
John Boyce
John Grouch
Thomas Gannizgan
Michael Cawley
Alderman Millar
William Digmian
Board of Charities Office
Board of Health
City Hall
Emilia Sardonilli
John Dubemas
Bill
Gunster
Michael
Fiore
Dreseedl
Marty EB
Strong
Will Frank
Albany
N. Y
Binghamton
Syracuse
Joseph Beamish
Andrew Gordon
North
Erid
Bondaman
Thomas Gilhool
Millar
Joseph Danner
Coyne
Sibley
Austin Heights
Barbertown
Mudtown
Casper Welkenflue
John Coppins
Andrew Prine
Johnson
Batley
Josephine Leshton
W. M. Cole
Leshton
Robert Roe
Mayfield
Archbald
Wf. F. Edwards
C. D. Winter
D. Davis
John Maticka
Anna Fornko
Dunmore
John M. Edwards
Elizabeth G. Thomas
Scranton
John J. Jennings
Bond filed for George Stanton tax collector in Throop
The bond of George KR Stanton collector of state and county taxes in Throop Borough was filed in the prothonotary's office yesterday. It totals 2000.22 with sureties M. J. Norton Willam Jonn W. P. Kennedy F. C. Pilger and A. L. Kroteoran. A Virgin Sodality was organized at Mary Cross church with Nev. W. O'Donnell. 125 students joined. Patrolman Black arrested two men on Washington avenue for liquor. they gave names George Simpson and A. Nichola and were discharged after securing their appearance at 10 o'clock this morning. John B. Gamble, accused by Buele A. Gamble of desertion, was brought from Philadelphia for a hearing. warrant from Alderman Howe. The jury in Peter Turpet’s death near Hollenbavk’s patch returned a verdict of death from unknown causes. Simon & Co. vs Withers & Co. over an unpaid bill. judgment for Flacher & Co. Probate granted for David T. Jones. Elizabeth Foley's probate noted but letters not granted. Letters of administration granted to Henry P. Davis in Sarah Davis estate. Daniel Waterspell sued Dickson Brewing Co. to recover a mare and gear. Mrs. Kimble seeks possession of household goods valued at 20. Vosburge & Dawson represent claimants.
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Annie Roch
Scranton
Peter Dorse
Mary Adair
Seranton
George KR. Stanton
Borough of
Throop
Prothonotary
M. J. Norton
Willam Jonn
W. P. Kennedy
F. C. Pilger
A. L
Maly Cross
Nev. W. O'Donnell
Minn Mary Davit
Johanna Kirby
Kathe Barnes
Itant
Black
Washington Avenue
George Simpson
A. Nichola
John BE. Gamble
Buele A. Gamble
Philadelphia
J. H. Spainte
Alderman Howe
Gamble
Central
Peter Turpet
Hollenbavk
Simpson
Ave
Spaeth
Carbondale
S. Withers and
Simon & Co
Alderman Wright
I. Fischer & Co
New York
Smon & Co
Withers
Plecher & Co
Flacher & Co
David T. Jones
Brewing Company
F. P. Kimble
Jessie Kimble
Mra
Kimble
Vosburge & Dawson
Gospel Wagon draws crowds for salvation on Penn Avenue
Evangelist L Shellhorn leads nightly preaching from the Gospel Wagon with hundreds gathered on the West and South Sides. Many conversions and public confessions of faith have occurred as workers direct seekers to salvation. This week the wagon appears at 7 30 each evening at Wyomin g Avenue Spruce Street Jackson and Main Linden and Pittston locations.
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Penn Avenue
Linden Street
Evangelist L. Shellhorn
Rev. Shellhorn
Wyoming Avenue
Spruce Street
Jackson Street
Main Avenue
West Side
Hickory Street
Pittston Avenue
South Side
Wilson Committed to Jail for Train Stone Throwing
David Wilson of Petersburg was committed to the county jail in default of $1000 bail for throwing stones at a Delaware Lackawanna and Western train at Taylor on Saturday. A stone shattered a window and struck a passenger. the train was No. 6. Engineer Roberts halted the train and Wilson was captured after a long chase by Brakeman Monaghan and others. Alderman Millar ordered detention after hearing the engineer and brakeman. The accused claimed amnesia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Wilson
Petersburg
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western
Taylor
Wilson
Roberts
Monaghan
R. A. Mullholland
Pittston
Scranton
John Bryant
Moir
Feeney
Williams
Millar
New Prisoners Received at County Jail Last Night
Samuel Williams formerly of Carbondale now of Taylor and Mrs. Catharine Chadwick were committed to the county jail yesterday by Alderman Baker of Carbondale. Williams faces charges of stealing a sewing machine and other furniture items. Chadwick faces a serious charge likely filed by Williams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Williams
Carbondale
Taylor
Catharine Chadwick
Williams
Alderman Baker
Chadwek
Payton Drops Lally Children From Tour
Corse Payton has decided not to engage the Lally children, young dancing prodigies from this city, due to juvenile appearance restrictions in several states. His company closed a successful week at the Academy Saturday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corse Payton
Lally
Mr. Payton
Academy
Seasickness Remedy Endorsed by Dr J Fourness Brice
Dr J Fourness Brice reports prescribing Horstor s Acid Phosphate to passengers traveling to and from Europe on a steamer. He says the tonic, if taken in time, can prevent seasickness in a great many cases and has satisfied him with the results.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Fourness-Brice
Teutonic
Europe
Revolt in Lackawanna Democratic Convention Signals Split
A late night caucus by about 56 bolting delegates formed a rival slate to challenge the party organization at the Lackawanna County Democratic convention. The group, led by W J Burke, elected a chairman and secretary and aimed to elect E J Robinson for sheriff with other picks including Martin McDonough prothonotary and Benson Davis for recorder. The reformers pledged to take control of the convention and nominate without organization influence as the regular slate faced a potential disruption from the dissidents.
Reading convention to decide Harrity fate and party split
Philadelphia Press reports a looming clash at the Democratic State Convention over Harrity and national issues with free silver forces led by Kerr Mutchler and Black shaping strategy. Lackawanna delegates listed include McAndrew Fadden Holmes Beamish Reedy Duffy Coyne McDonnell Nealis Casey Hammis among others.
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Reading
Free Silver
National
William F. Harrity
Harrity
National Committee
Chicago
Philadelphia
Maryland
Gorman
Kerr
Mutchler
Mansion House
Chauncey F. Black
York County
Garman
Lackawanna
M. J. McAndrew
Archhbald
M. F. Fadden
Priceburg
Timothy Holmes
Wandling
R. J. Beamish
Scranton
D. J. Reedy
T. P. Duffy
John J. Coyne
Minooka
New Haven Convention Brings Fire Chief Home With Ideas
Chief Hickey returns from the New Haven fire chiefs convention loaded with ideas to improve the department. He plans a council report with recommendations for efficiency. Fifty two exhibitors showcased new firefighting apparatus, including a self propelling steam engine reaching 35 miles an hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hickey
Fire Chiefs
New Haven
Councile
Convention Highlights Fire Safety Talks At Boston Event
The convention featured an instructive lecture by Captain Brophy of the Boston fire department on defective electric wiring and remedies. The gathering drew 62 fire chiefs and 100 mayors, with Mayor Bailey attending part of the day as business called him away. New Haven, a city similar in size to Scranton, reports 106,000 inhabitants and a paid force of 14 firemen and 121 police.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brophy
Boston Fire Department
Bailey
New Havens
Scranton
Schwaben Verein Picnic Draws German Crowd in Central Park Garden
The tenth annual Schwaben Verein picnic in Central Park garden drew large crowds despite night rain. A morning street parade featured Germania and Columbia floats, horseback riders, and costumes. Afternoon and evening events included hare hunts, pole climbing, village school, sour milk eating, pipe and sack races with prizes. Guth's band provided music and dancing. Officers listed include President John U. W. Schwenker and Secretary Peter Jordan. committee members named. German clubs Scranton Liederkranz Saengerrunde Arions Bavarian Schweitzer Kriker were represented.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schwaben Verein
Central Park Garden
Germania
Columbia
Schwabens
Guth
Schwabben Verein
John UW. Schwenker
Christ Moser
Fred
Scranton Liederkranz
Saengerrunde
Arions
Badanea
Bavarian
Schweitzer
Maenecher
Kriker Verein
Patrolman Jones Held for Preliminary Hearing
Mayor Bailey presided over a private 3 PM hearing into the Belle vue fracas from two weeks earlier. Patrolman Tom Jones faced an assault charge filed by Miss Mary O Malley, sister of Edward O Malley, with witnesses testifying that the attack was unprovoked. the proceeding adjourned to allow Jones to prepare his defense.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tom Jones
Mary O'Malley
Edward O'Malley
Bellevue
Bailey
Jones
Columbian Construction Plant Breaks Down Delays Mulberry Street Work
The Columbian Construction Company began laying binder on Mulberry Street for new asphalt. A breakdown of the Capouse Avenue asphalt plant halted progress after fifty yards. Repairs expected tonight with a resumption likely tomorrow. curb work reaches Jefferson Avenue and grading between Washington and Adams should finish today.
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Columbia Construction Company
Mulberry Street
Capouse Avenue
Jefferson Avenue
Washington and
Adams
Picnic of Giuseppe Mazzini Society Parade at Harmony Garden
The annual Giuseppe Mazzini society picnic occurred yesterday at Harmony Garden. Guth's band accompanied the parade in the morning, featuring a large float with a score of young girls. A ball closed the day's events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guiseppe Mazzini Society
Harmony Garden
Guth
To Cure a Cold in One Day Patent Remedy
An advertisement promotes Bromo Quinine Tablet as a cure for a cold in one day. It promises a full refund by druggists if the remedy fails to cure. The wording emphasizes rapid relief and a money back guarantee.
Fuhrman Brothers Advertise Longstanding Business
G. J. Fuhrman & Bro. proclaim they remain at the same location after twenty two years offering awnings tents flags and all kinds of society goods and decorations and solicit public patronage as before.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aland
G. J. Fuhrman & Bro
Miss Carolyne Dorsey Elocution Teacher at Wyoming Ave
Miss Carolyne V. Dorsey, noted elocution and oratory teacher, resides at 107 Wyoming Avenue. She teaches Delsarte method and public speaking, guiding students in voice and gesture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carolyne V. Dorsey
Wyoming Avenue
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