Sunday Observance Movement Organized in Wilkes-Barre
The Law Order Society's Northeastern Sabbath Observance Union forms a general committee with sub committees to canvass the city urging closing shops on Sunday and enforcing state laws. G A Baldwin reports districts set and ward committees named across the city for active enforcement and legal action if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Law Order Society
G. A. Baldwin
Harry Digere
L. Montange
J. Giles
Harry Barnes
Reuben Johns
Wiliam Mates
George T. Kirkendall
Arthur Evans
William B. Jenkins
Brooks
W. L. Parsons
Isaac M. Thomas
Frank Kear
Ed. Williams
John Phillins
Charles Benning
Hi. H. Harris
C. M. Bates
Richard Aston
James Davey
Austin Tiers
John Thompson
John Cox
Charles Pond
Stephen Miller
John Bowers
Bartikowski Sues Church President Over Ejection
Peter Bartikowski sues Simon Stakulsky for 20000 damages after a church meeting dispute over dues and his removal from Baal Jacob Orthodox congregation on Welles Street. Bartikowski claims he was denied speaking rights and voting, and was forcibly removed with police.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bartikowski
Peter Bartikowski
James L. Lenahan
John Shea
Simon Stakulsky
Baal Jacob
Welles Street
Stakulsky
Prisoners Discharged in Pittston Murder Case
Three men long suspected of murdering Slewles were freed after habeas corpus hearings before Judge Woodward. John Pikeonis Anthony Marishnez and William Awaitus faced charges tied to Slewles found on Lehigh Valley tracks, initially deemed a locomotive accident. Exhumation revealed bullet wounds but no evidence linked them to the crime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Pikeonis
Anthony Marishnez
William Awaitus
Woodward
Slewles
Pittston
Burglars Break Into Wyoming Station Depot
Burglars entered the Wyoming Station of the D. L. W. railroad late last night. They broke into the Delaware Lackawanna and Western depot, belonging to traveling jewelry salesman John Honey of Syracuse, and carried away valuables including jewelry. Estimated loss at least two hundred dollars with no clues to the thieves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad
John Honey
Syracuse
Joes
Brooklyn Man Taken in Grand Larceny Case
The Rourke of Brooklyn N Y was brought here Wednesday and returned today with Jacob who has been indicted by the grand jury for grand larceny. The pair were arrested weeks ago and jailed awaiting papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooklyn
Rourke
N. Y
Raay
Jacob
A Famous Case Recalled In Court Next Week
The sensational death of Helene Roberts a West Market street milliner will be remembered as a significant event. Police recall she carried insurance with New England Mutual Life, and a dispute over the policy proceeds drew Messrs. George A. Welles and W. Hollenback into the matter. Next week will bring court developments as the circumstances are revisited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helene Roberts
West Market Street
Hollenback
Unnamed officials listed in archival record
The fragment lists several names including Marple, Judge Alfred Carte, Major C. A. Parsons, Sayre, Frank Baab, I. B. Finch, D. Rhodes, alternates, Butler Diltey, Herman C. Miller, George W. Engle, Giles Lions, James Divers, P. H. Campbell, Byron Davis, George R. Lennard.
Runaway Horse Crashes Big Window at Jewelry Store
A horse owned by Confectioner J. J. Becker broke free from a strap on Market street and dashed toward Mrs. Oscar Heyer's jewelry shop. It shattered the large plate glass window valued at about 2200, with cracks running across the pane.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar Heyer
J. J. Becker
Market Street
St Aloysius Programme Hails New Year Festivities
The St Aloysius society unveils its New Year programme with President James Gallagher and committee detailing events. A 1pm parade, 1 30pm Ninth Regiment band concert, 2pm march of nations, New Woman bicycle riding, St Marys pupils brownies, temple cup baseball game, living pictures of the late war by Sergeant Boyle and Fort Hamilton company, and Santa Claus activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Aloysius
St. Aloysius Society
James Gallagher
Ninth Regiment
St. Mary's Parochial School
Sergeant
Changes In the Ninth Regiment Lose Two Captains
Within two weeks the Ninth Regiment has lost two captains Captain Nelson of Company E Parsons resigned because of removal from the city and Captain D Miers of Company F sent in his resignation last Wednesday evening. No cause given though it is rumored he seeks a higher position Lieutenant George McCleery will probably be elected to succeed him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nelson
E. Parsons
D. Miers
India
Guard
George McCleery
Burglars Loot Wyoming Depot Jewelry Sale Run
Burglars hit the Delaware Lackawanna and Western depot at Wyoming last Wednesday night entering through a window and ransacking the room. They forced open a salesman’s trunk and seized about 500 dollars in sample jewelry before fleeing. Several tramps were arrested yesterday on suspicion but released.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western
Wyoming
Imposter complaint tops mixed Mayesville items
Brief notes report professor Boley accused of collecting funds for the Lowry Institute and Industrial School at Mayesville. A trolley collision on Main street, Plymouth, lightly injuring occupants. W. E. Woodruff spoke to the Stafford Literary society on books and reading. Shugard of the Boston store married Mary Loch of Norris town. Immigrants aboard the Kaiser William deemed free of smallpox. Rev G W Sandt to become Lutheran church publications editor. Calvary church supper tonight. Charity board meets at City Mission at 4 pm. Rev Anna Shaw to lecture at the Grand for the Old Women's Home. Dr John Hamlin returns to Wilkes-Barre for veterinary practice. Bowman's death sentence under petition for commutation to imprisonment. St Stephens doll sale December 17 from 2 to 5 pm. W P Reig offered Wang Opera director post but declines. fourth such offer. Rumor of a new Glen Summit hotel with promoter Prothonotary Llewellyn. Building work on John Reddington’s property adds hotel rooms. Two Brill Car company close cars added to service.
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Boley
Lowry Institute and Industrial School
Mayesville
D. C
Main Street
Plymouth
W. E. Woodruff
Stafford Literary Society
Woodruff
B. F. Shugard
Boston
Norristown
Mary Loch
A. A. Miller
Kingston
The
Lutheran Church
Calvary Church
Charity Board
City Mission Rooms
Anna Shaw
John Hamlin
Wilkes-Barre
Bowman
St. Stephens
W. P. Reig
Music Hall
Wang” Opera Company
Eig
Glen Summit
Llewellyn
Bridge plan rows on Hudson as New York and New Jersey Bridge Co meets
Commissioners of the New York and New Jersey Bridge company met at No 214 Broadway. Charles Macdonald of the Aston Bridge company outlined the approved bridge plans and location. Major Brown reports on railway bureau costs with a six year capitalisation comparison showing rising funds for new construction and improvements.
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New York and
New Jersey Bridge Company
Broadway
Charles Macdonald
Aston Bridge Company
Secretary of War
Sinking Fund Commission
New Jersey
Hudson River
West Fifty-ninth Street
West Sixtieth Street
Eleventh Avenue
West End Avenue
City of
New York
Major Brown
Bureau of Railways of
Pensylvania
Investment drive boosts new enterprises across major rail lines
A consortium of leading rail groups projects high costs for roadbed and equipment. Key lines including Pennsylvania and Lake Shore face steep outlays, while Northern Pacific seeks a $20 one way fare to lure settlers to the Northwest. Automatic signaling on 186 miles of Lehigh Valley line advances safety and scope, and Jule M. Hannaford of Northern Pacific may join Erie railroad as first vice president. A coal-carriers' meeting in New York plans to discuss a 50 cent per ton freight-rate rise to western destinations.
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Ageren
New York
Pensylvania
Ohio
Lake Shore
Mt Southern
Lake Erie and
Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Railroad
Northern Pacific
Washington
Northwest
St. Paul
Jule M. Hannaford
Erie Railroad
Mr. Hannaford
Western Points
Which Christmas Medium Brings Better Season of Joy
A fragment hints at assessing mediums for seasonal celebration. It mentions Christmas as a focal point and contemplates finding a better medium to convey the season's spirit and cheer.
Erdman Proposes Arbitration Measure to Avert Railway Strikes
Representative Erdman of Pennsylvania prepares a bill for inter state carriers to submit labor disputes to mediation and then arbitration. The measure, drafted after the Chicago strike, calls for a three member board chosen by employer and worker to decide unresolved disputes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erdman
Washington
Pennsylvania
House
Congress
Senate
Commissioner of Labor
Inter-State Commerce Commission
Chicago
Numerous Sitations Wanted and Classified Notices Scranton
A crowded classified clippings page shows several “Situation Wanted” notices with various trades. Dressmaker seeks daily engagements at $1 per day. young man seeks clerk or office work. coachman or janitor with fourteen years experience. widow seeks housekeeper position. a washing by day and home pickup offered. a sober industrious man seeks any night work. professionals listed include accountant, surgeon dentist, attorney, and other city services. Also advertised are books and war pictures for sale and local business ads.
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Stuation
Adaras R. G
Tribune
Young
Man
Ofice
B. L
Bins
North
Sumner Avenue
Hyde Park
Sten R Ad Law Office
Grese M. Bist Peat
Industriouns
Ala Dix
Ford
Cures Palsy by Hypnotism Test in Lansing
Detroit physician Dr. Cassius McDonald amazed officials in Lansing by proving hypnosis can stop a long standing palsy. Daniel L. Crossman ex clerk of the house walked unassisted for over an hour with arms raised, calm and tremor free, vowing to seek further treatment in Detroit.
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Detroit
Lansing
Mich
Rich
McGrath
Long
Supreme Court
Cassius McDonald
Daniel L. Crossman
House of Representatives
Crossman
McDonald
Downey
Cuban War Endangers Lehigh Mine Assets
Letters from Cuba report that the large manganese mines near Santigo are at risk from the war. Revolutionaries burned railroad bridges to the mines and conscripted workers. six refused and were executed. Spanish forces later retook the mines, rebuilt bridges, and maintained a 2,000 strong garrison.
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Lehigh
Allentown
Cuba
Santigo
Lehigh Valley
Sevice
Dog Buried Like a Human in Elaborate Funeral
In Woodlawn Cemetery a fox terrier named Sport was buried in an elaborately trimmed coffin with name plate. The pet of Mrs Ida Hopper at 109 West 68th Street, Sport reportedly leaped from a roof with suicidal intent. Undertaker’s bill reached $50.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Sport
Woodlawn
Ida Hopper
West Sixty- Eighth Street
Central Railroad of New Jersey Timetables Published
A brassbound timetable lists the Central Railroad of New Jersey lines, Lehigh and Susquehanna Division. It notes coal traffic, departures from Scranton Pittston Wilkes Barre and connections to New York Newark and Elizabeth, Reading Terminal, and Atlantic City. It names General J H Olhausen as general superintendent and instructs to see the ticket agent for through tickets.
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Newark
Elizabeth
A. m
sRisane Ciphte Reading Terminal
New York
Mauch Cheat Alenewe
Bathlehem
Easton
Philadelphia
Palteaenpiios
Ocean Grove
Ty A
Gbanon
Allenton
Yisville
Man Hekate
Lowe
J. H. Olhausen
Mother and Son Illness Link in Separate States
In Walcott New York Mrs Oliver Dow dies after an appendicitis operation while her son James, treated in Colorado Springs, remains critical. The mother’s death is kept from him to avoid distress and timing coincides with his own surgery in another state.
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New York State
Colorado
Walcott
N. Y
Oliver Dow
Here
James
Colorado Springs
Lackawanna timetable details between cities and connections
Describes express train routes and connections from Scranton to Easton Trenton Philadelphia and beyond with arrival times at Washington Plymouth and interstation stops. Notes accommodations Pullman cars sleeping coaches and where to obtain timetables and pocket guides.
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Gaeta
Easton
Trenton
Imphia
Washington and Way
Tobyhanna
Dagavil Mira
Corning
St Dansville
Morris
Lou Bath
Binghamton
Nicholson
Painenamton
Elmira
Cortland
Syracuse
Oswick
Richfeld Springs
Oman Lattack
Northumberland
Pittston
Joe Barrth
Bloomebyville
Imberla
Eport
Oe Timore
Washington
Plymouth
Interse
Pullman
Express Travor
Ith
Elty
Lackawanna Trrenué
Depot
Trains Schedule Scranton to New York and Intermediates
Trains depart Scranton for New York and intermediate points on the Erie line at 7.00 a.m. and 9:40 a.m. Also services to Honesdale Hawley and focal points at 7.00 9:40 a.m. and 3.00 p.m. through trains to and from Honesdale. Trains to Wilkes-Barre leave at 1.00 a.m. and 3.19 p.m.
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Erie
Wyoming Valley
Scranton
New York
Erie Railroad
Honesdale
Hawley
Focal Points
Wilkes-Barre
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Litchman
Railroad Notes
Lehigh Valley Railroad Company
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AGFNT
BEOC
Y. Clifton Boap
Ades Experiance Ing Co
Cincinnati
T Bane
Shout
Saterfori
Beatle
Thial
Beare Chemical Cosanee
Nice
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Runton
Figar Gat CO
Cylcaga
Ichigan Mfg CO
Naes
Nwouia Ated Mfg. CO
van Bure Buren St
Alesman
la N. Coa
Bolgiano "P'G Co
More, Md
Hinde
Patent Univer
P.O
Bingle
Bath
Tribune Office
Poe
Olive Street
Capuule Avenue
Apiso Avon Ve.roe
Luserne
John Jym
Youing
Orende
Scranton Tribe
Blueser Nilding
Bpruce Bt
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Areneer
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P An
Lodge Pupenss
Bng
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Rudolph Bloeser
Scranton Tribune
Santalo
Washington Ave
Bales
Madison Avenue
Due
Walter Puicgs
Attenne Allding
M. H. HO
M. Bs Field
Beranton Street
Heranion
Fectecyville
Madinon Ave
Beranton
Pennsyvania
Dusin
Inter
Citizans
Pennsylvanis
Oslo
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Heb Ada
Sivas Sae i
Nite Ading
Connolly & Wallace
Paris
Washington Avenue
Court House
Enaceon
Wood Reference
Addreves
Wyoming Avenue
AGU
Addres
Lacka Ave
Cor. Adams
Er Og Proud
Library
Frank Leslie
Express
Adama Are
Seranion
Pares Books
Pampale Maga‘tribune
Ciice
Medical
Adieai Ai Chichester
Spica
WILLIAM _ A. TAFT
D. C. Laubach
R. M. Stratton
Coal Exchange
Anton
Pe. Prwares Boys and Girls College
Oune Ghiiaren
Thomas M. Cann
Walter E. Thomas
Sch
Adams
Architects
Edward H. Davis
Commonwealth Bat Scran BE. L. Een
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Lewis Hancock, JR
Spruce St
Cor
Wih
Scranton, Brown & Morris
Price
Seranton
Republic Savings and Loan Association
N. Callender
Dime Bank
Leeds
G. R. Clank & CO
Green House
Main Avenue
R. J. Bauer
Hulbert
Megarged Brothers
Physicians and Surgeons
A. Trapold
Spruce Street
G. Edgar Dean
Ust
Court House Square
Kay
Penn Ave
W. E. Allen
Cc. L. Frey
Wyoming Ave
Vine Street
L. M. Gates
J. C. Bateson
Linden Street
Frank P. Brown & CO
Lackawanna
Thomas Aubrey
Williams Building
Post Office
Rex
the Elk Cafe
Ah Frankin Avenue
P. Zeigler
Scranton House
Warren & Knapp
Republican Building
Jessups
James W. Oakford
Commonwealth Building
Samuel W. Edgar
Spruce At
L. A. Waters
Attoney
Lackawanna Ave
Urib Townsend
Ave
H. C. Smythe
Lackawanna Avenue
Ee Co. Comegys
D. B
Attornet
Joe Kuerel
Commancin Adax
Lackafellers Avenue
Seren
Cis
Waymart
Onestal
Albany
Garent
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Avenue
Fae Cecil Tly
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D. Dh
Lehighvalle
L&w. R
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Fipiaton As
Eis Barre
Lerantan
White Haven
Haareton
Pottsville
Eaver Mester Fcottisville
Bethlshem
Paston
Reading
Harrishu
Khan Towands
Ithaca
Geneva
L. Aw. Rt. R
Allman Parlor
L. A
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Junction
Billadelphia
Buffalo
Rae RR
Nonnemacher
Bethlehem
Or Dake Ao
Paul
Sorarton Division
R Toma
Berth Beard
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