West Scranton Caucus Names Ward and District Candidates
Candidates for Ward and District offices are listed as caucus plans unfold in West Scranton. For the Fourth Ward, hearings aim to choose Republican nominees with three alderman candidates Owen D D, John J. Lewis, and Jon T. Jones. Other posts include constable, assessor, and register of voters with multiple contenders across districts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Spear
David W. Jones
Door
Jorm
North Main Avenue
Distriet
W. Jones
George Chelle Willl
Register of Voters
Henry Nicholas
Howe Phillips
Wall
Howe
Vite Pranter J. Jones
David E. Themis
James FH. Brace
Willian Lake
David G. Harris
Unclear Personnel Incident In Harripton Area
Fragmentary report notes an individual named Frank Spedr connected with a local firm, with a reference to a slip or minor injury involving the right foot near Harripton yesterday. Details on cause, outcome, or authorities are not provided.
Overcoming Despotism of Indigestion
A patient battles a tyrannical stomach with stubborn pain and alternating relief. The text hints at strategies to free the sufferer from digestive tyranny, implying knowledge and persistence can end the misery.
Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey Promoted for Digestion Aid
An advertisement extols Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as a friend in need that assists digestion. It claims the product nourishes strengthens and should be used with confidence in cases where digestive organs have been overworked.
Boy Seriously Injured In Moving Cars Mishap
A 15 year old boy attempting to bow a trip of moving cars at a station on Continental Street was struck by a car and had his right foot severed above the ankle. Friends moved him to a nearby home for treatment as doctors were summoned and care began.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hampton and
Young Sper
Contidental
Hie
Continental Pin
Dire
Omegas
Bbe
Beach
War resident held after alleged cruelty to wife
David Wodete of Phompson Street War is in custody after an Alderman moved westward in the afternoon and Sabail court held him on striking and injuring his wife. The prisoner was denied bail. The wife, Mrs Ann Jones, described frequent cruelty and showed evidence of her injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Wodete
Phompson Street
Westerd
Sabail
Ann
Lis
Benling
Wilkes-Barre and Scranton Social Notes Record Visits
A fragmentary social column records several local residents visiting friends and returning home. Mentions include Mrs. Marshall Smith of Bradford, Mr. and Mrs. Burnett of Pleasant Street, Frank George of Syracuse, Miss Elie Stevens of Towanda, Miss Jennie Hrowell of Scranton Street, and Jane McAnulty of Carbondale, among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mikser
Mary Wal
Wilkes-Barny Hive
Ao Weel
Mre
Wryimbs
Jackson Street
Marshall Smith
Bradford Conte
Hele Dimes Burnett
Pleasant Street
New York
Frank George
Syracuse
West Scranton
Elie Stevens
Towanda
Jennie Tmowell
Scranton
Janes McAnulty
Carbondale
Globe Warehouse Cloak sale tees down prices for late buyers
Heavy on hand stocks prompt a close out at reasonable figures. Garments match previous styles with few new ones added. Reductions reflect the gap between regular stock and this special purchase, a windfall for late buyers and a solid cash saving.
Pithy Pointers to Practical Buyers
Local catalog notes tailored jackets with new features and finishes in blue and castor tones. Prices claim values from 9.49 to 11.90 with assorted serge wallets and fashionable goods advertised for prudent shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Koylieh Kersey
Castor
Our Grand Holiday Opening of Toys and Gifts
The ad announces a grand holiday opening featuring toys fancy goods picture books and related items for the Christmas trade. The event is scheduled for Thursday and is promoted as the most interesting opening of its kind in local history.
Community notices and funeral services in Scranton area
Delicate schedule of local events includes a phonographic concert at Evens hall. St Leo’s battalion annual ball at St David’s hall. Ladies’ Ald society tenting at Mrs J M Eaton’s home. Funeral services for George Jennings, Terbert, and Anastasii Mitchell noted with interments at local cemeteries. Community gatherings at First Welsh Congregational church and Electric City Wheelmen club mark a busy week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Margaret Lovers
Simpson Methodist
Ripple Division
Temperance
Perry Bros. Music Dealers
Evens’ Hall
South Main Avenue
St. Leo's Battalion
St. David's Hall
Star Orchestra
Terbert
J. W. Theese
Frink Street
Sherman Avenue
Thomas DeGruchy
Jackson Street Baptist Church
Washburn Street
Anastasii
Jackson Street
John Roberta
John Timming
Neroth Mall Avenue
Ignatz Showitts
Duckeon Street
Pavies
Pritoners
Williams
Peters
West
North Scranton News Incoherent Local Notes
Fragmented report from North Scranton covers measurements and repairs on Main Avenue crosswalks. Mentions Mrs George Belienuin, Margaret Simeon, and Stephen Gavin with scattered local names and minor incidents. Church prayer meeting time shifts and a minor finger injury at Stone Mill note.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uatrolinman Belmer
Geo. Belienuin
Loan Street
Thonesdale
Margaret Simeon
Wilkes-Bapre
Mulcheris
Paarkey Street
Stephen Gavin
Urig
Storrs Mile
Aiine Watkis
Scranton
Christian Endeavor
Elroy
Hannah Williams
Williama Street
Presbyterian Church
Patrick Kate
Milne
Momus
Dames Milhe
George Henediet
North Main
Stihl
Bese
Dinin
John T. Beanie
Tribune Baturdis
Community notices and church events in Green Ridge area
Green Ridge Wesley league of Pring five Methodist church held a meeting last evening with readings and solos. plans for stereoptical entertainment and a Barber tall on idols discussed. Various church and local society reports noted including market happenings and residents’ travels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wesley League
Methodist Church of Market Sireet
Ass Mowell
Mise Prosser
Eulith Jones
Maynard
Jim’ Sewing Circle
Min
Wo Mills
Isanel Leimeia
Green Ridge
Shedd Proprieter
Huis
Pennaventu
Briggs
Mira
Riples
Monroe Aves Hue
Hartford
Jot Gatkiwit
Bimdnt Street
Tebellum
Tabernacle Porter
Mev
W. T
Arthur
Weat Pittston
Sire
Edward Blehop
New York
Jackson
Trio of wandering ring scammers target town homes
A set of con artists posing as f Professional ring sellers visit houses offering a ring at an inflated value. After brief oration on the ring’s supposed Intrinsic worth, the price is dropped but remains higher than its claimed value, leaving buyers doubtful of the ring’s authenticity.
Kemp's Bal Sam for the Throat and Lunge Ad
An advertisement urges readers to buy Kemp's Bal Sam for coughs croup bronchitis asthma and consumption. It claims high success, recommends keeping a bottle at home, mentions price and a free sample bottle offer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kemp
Ind &c
Dr Wurth Endorses Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets
Dr Wurth touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a far reaching stomach remedy. He links indigestion to major diseases and urges use of the pills to increase gastric juice and relieve gas. The drug is marketed as safe for general use and available from Stuart Co. in Marshall Michigan or druggists locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wurth
Stuart
Mmvente
FLA, Stuart Co
Marshall
Mich
Minooka Dramatic Group Considers New York Trip
The Minooka Dramatic company contemplates a trip to New York to buy scenery for their village production She Village Jones. A February bow s celebration is planned, with union officials agitating for better terms and factory prices cited as a concern for lawmakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Selome
Fudge
Minooka
New York
Veamaters' Union Dliet
Dunmore Borough Council and School Board Minutes
The Dunmore council met in regular session noting fines collected by Burgess Powell and reports from officers on Neptune and Electric Hose readiness. The street and police time sheets, a harness defect, and sewer needs were discussed. The school board met in No. 1 building with attendance 1784 and a new teacher election process advancing for Nos. 2, 4, 6, and related openings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ji Mogular
Medway
Jones
Harper
Weber
Burgess Powell
Morehob
Hewis Hagde
Abe. Webber
Neptune
Cearge
Hayes
Tirgoes Powell
Wilson
Bronson
Webber
Kellam
Spencer
McPeek
Boverd
Echool
Witendanes
Atperinitenadertit
Secur
Wis
T. 1
Tadand
Jeotur
Mir. Webber
Nibco
Laura O'Mara
Quinten
Lavole
Mise O'Mara
Actwol
Kate Sweeney
Miss Hoffman
Miss McDonnell
Reirdean
Mira McDonnell
Miss Sweeney
Miss McPoynett
Mise Hoffman
Miss Reirdon
Miles Hoffman
Mise McDonnell
Mins Keinion
Mian Reirdon
Keh
Wehool
Balliot
Behools
Elect Teichtor
Mine Doker
Miss Melane
Mr. Miller
Mise McLane
Greenwood Accident Association selects pallbearers for George Jennings funeral
A special Mat evening meeting arranged to attend the funeral of late George Jennings a member. Selected as pallbearers were John Lovering TT McCarty William Martin Isaac Roland and Ellis Davis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greenwood Accident Association
George Jennings
Wiilbenren
Messrs
John Lovering
Ft, McCarty
William Martin
Isaac
Roland
Ellis Davis
Rearing Brook Conclave Elects Officers for Coming Year
The Improved Rearing Brook Conclave held a meeting to nominate officers for the year starting soon. The slate included Archon Peter J. Reif Provost A J Mulderig Secretary M J Biglin Treasurer George Frable Financier Ro M Heaney Prelate Henry Reif Inspector Thomas Th Sprake Warder Stephen Gaving Sentinel Peter Myler Trustees C J Scheuer J F Kelley C Storr Examiners Dr James A Manley Dr John J Waleh Representative C Co Donen ova Thomas Griffiths to supreme conclave Buffalo June next. Announced after business, entertainment featured lunch music and speeches. The installation is set for the first Monday night in January with Biglin starting a seventh term and Frable an eighth as officers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rearing Brook
Orchy
Wilely
Archon
Peter J. Reif
A.J. Mulderig
Joseph Howcek
M. J. Biglin
George Frable
Ro M. Heaney
Henry Reif
Thomas TH. Sprake
Stephen
Robert M. Heaney
Attorney 4. Donovan
Obituary and Funeral Notices From Scranton Area
Death of Mrs Phelps aged years after a long residence in West Scranton. Funeral at home on Fifteenth Street with pallbearers from the Chobaiel Miles Post Grand Army of the Hepitic He. Burial at Clark's Green. Also note a death and details for Mrs Bolin Willeheock of Rosana Street with funeral Thursday and interment at Clark's Green.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oak Street
Chobaiel Miles Post
Grand Army
Hiitavih Phelps
Isephs Phelps
Fifteenth Street
Deceised
West Scranton
Oelack
Wistibiney Street
Hemtery
Bolin Willeheock
Rosana Street
Clark's Green
Labor League Meeting Call for Harrisburg Convention
P J Thomas treasurer of the Pennsylvania State Legislative Labor league reports a call for a Harrisburg convention on Monday January 21. George Chinese of Philadelphia president notes the convention will convene Monday and continue through Tuesday night. The executive board includes WFBL Bonsall and L R Thomas of Pittsburg, with Charice and P J Thomas as president and secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. J.thomas
Pennsylvania State Legislative Labor League
George Chinese
Philadelphia
Harrisburg
Wfbl Bonsall
Pittsburg
First View
Drummer Barnes Missing From City Since Nov 24
Joseph B. Barnes a drummer for Lauer Barter Co of Baltimore vanished after arriving in this city on November 24. Relatives and the employer have heard nothing. His brother, proprietor of the Hub hotel in Baltimore, has sought information. Barnes left his clothes trunk and sampler at the Arlington hotel on Spruce Street. The case has been referred to the police.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph B. Barnes
Lauer, Barter & Co
Palishmore
Burnes
Battimore
Barnes
Arlington Hotel
Spruce Street
Levee Foreman John Rothman Stricken At Workplace
John Rothman foreman at Spruka Bros levee yard is critically ill after a paralytic attack at his Prospect Avenue home. Dr. Kolb attends. prognosis is poor. Funeral of Harold Snyder held at St Marys Church with interment in Catholic Cemetery No. 6. Second euchre party by Ladies Catholic Benevolent Association held at Pharmacy Hall attended by local society figures. Jamnes Best attended the funeral of M. F. Corcoran of Duryea, a longtime friend from Minooka. Lizzie Rosen and William Klein to be married at Cedar Avenue home tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Rothman
Spruka Bros
Prospect Avenue
Mr. Rothman
Geare
Fle W
Thomas H. Spruks
Spruks Brox
Kolb
Harold Snyder
Clave
Elm Street
St. Mary's Church
G. J. Stopper
No. 6
Ladies’ Catholic Benevolent Association
Pharmacy Hall
Jamnes F. Hest
M. F. Corcoran
Duryea
Mr. Best
Wevensed
Minooka
Mise Lizzie Rogen
C'edar Avenue
William Klein
Pittston Avenue
Miss Rosen
Obituary of Thomas Simpson a Delaware and Hudson veteran
An obituary outlines Thomas Simpsons early life in Schuylkill county Pottsville area where he began as an stage assistant. He served in the Mexican War alongside his brother John, later fought in the Civil War and then worked for the Delaware and Hudson Coal Company in Scranton. He married twice and left five children. Funeral details follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schuylkill County
Pottsville
Thomas Singowon
Ife Cn
Tamaqua
Ini
Thomas
John
Vera Crus
Simpson
Coudersport
Potter County
Harrisburg
Scrvanton
Pedhey
Delaware and Hudson Coal Company
Grain-O Ad Encourages Try This New Drink Substitute
An old advertisement promotes Grain-O as a coffee substitute made from grain products. It claims children can drink it safely and that adults and kids alike will like it. The copy highlights a rich brown color reminiscent of Mocha or Java and urges readers to ask grocers for a pickage of Grain-O.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Frank Spedr
Heker & the Harripton Braaker
Willeute
Crippe
Duffy’s
Stennen
Mears’ Hall
George Chreon
Globe Warehouse
Lavnies
Spock
Wadler
Worth St. Ct
Chenorat
Wal Rchiise
Sestas Nokouass
Pareontial Insyotios
North Scranton
Charles W
Noack
Thirteenth Ward
Hebublledneineus
Dia
DR. Wurth
Dunmore
Greenwood
South Scranton
Comet Lodge OF
Pythians
Demuth’s
Roaring Brook
Heptasophs
John Rothmann
Spraks Brothers
Comet Lodge
Knights of Pything
Hartman's Hall
Jacob Demuth
Frank S. Koon
W. Hl. Hoffman
Jacob Schaeffer
Herman Stander
William Long
Fred Wittman
A. Locher
Johann Hoff
Pioneer and Standard
Jere M'Aulliffe
Hepertouire
Paine
Labor League Meeting
Joseph Barnes
Lyceum Theatre
Reis & Burgunder
Lessers
BR. Long
Daniel Frotiman
Regents
James KK. Hackett
Anthons
Rupert OF
Hentzau
Prisoner of Zonda
Cheetoi Street
Bauer
Joseph Summerhill
Mabel Renne
Denman Thompson
Gaiety Theater
SH .Uu.k
Pistape ii
Phewlodian Princesa Vatak
Tore
Icealine
Icealine Meg. CO
Holyoke
Masa
Vicmunn
Ferrett
Pearl
A. E. Rogers
Lackawanna Ave
Peal Medicine CO
Cleveland
John H. Phelps
Wyoming Avenue
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