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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1899
Page
7
Mary Mahopky seven year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Michael Mahopky died from diphtheria yesterday morning. The child suffered a short speech and a severe attack. Parents longtime residents of Bimpaga. Born in Lucerne county in August 1802. Interment scheduled for tomorrow morning.
G. and Kimball of this city closed with Manecome Brothers of Philadelphia for fifty tons of coffers valued at 620000. The order is among the largest ever received by Chace & Sanborn agents and Kimball earns a handsome commission. He has long been the leading salesman for the firm.
Frederick Berry social visit with Olyphant friends includes Mra S T Marnard and Mra Lassley. Hollenbeck served as best man at Dr Perkins and Misa Hacker’s wedding in White Mills. Denial of Emma Coon and Garfield Williams coming marriage announcement. Martin Kennedy gains passenger department job at Lackawanna Railway in Scranton. Traction track narrowed to Telerith avenue. Dr and Mrs M J Shields of Jermyn welcome a daughter.
The Hearts of the Blue Ridge will be presented at the Father Mathew Opera House this evening. Lawrence's orchestra from Scranton provides music as the colored quartette shines as a leading attraction in the company. Also notes from town include funeral details for the fifth son of Mr and Mrs Davis and local visitors and illnesses among families.
Captain C G Dennison, famed Africa commander of forces who captured rebel Gilishe, writes from Vryburg Bechuanaland on November 4 that before the last campaign he bought Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy, used it personally for bowel trouble, and gave it to his men, with every case proving beneficial. For sale by all druggists, Matthew Bros., wholesale and retail agents.
Pride of Orient chapter Order Eastern Star held a regular meeting Tuesday evening for installation of officers. Officers installed include Worthy Matron Mrs. Elian Rogers and Worthy Patron Mr. Alton F. Kiser with Gracie Barthold as associate matron and Mrs. Alice Sickler as secretary. Other posts filled by Mrs. Maria Ritter treasurer Mrs. Mary Bread conductress and Mrs. Bertha Peck associate conductress. Visitors included Mr. and Mrs. Frank Woodward and family from Boott, Tola Scott visiting, and Mrs. W. Blees with son Lee at Scranton yesterday. Dr. J. B. Grover and Mr. J. Arnold noted in local activity.
Feative rabbit pursuit reported at Stevens Point by Fd Jones. J H Koup confined at home two days with an injured foot from Carbondale work accident. Harry Simpson listed as convalescent after weeks of serious illness. Winifred Berty returns from visit to her parents in Kingerton. A Kenyon Blakely schools supervisor paid monthly visit to Columbus school. Rev J A Eme former Blakely pastor leaves for new assignment in Oneida.
Hogarths band fair opens in Windsor hall next Saturday with the Mayfield band the Glee club Forest City band and the Dewey Glee club among the acts. A Ladies' Aldnobiety bazaar at Enterprise hall will offer bello and fancy work and an operetta Littl Red Riding Hood by local children. Remains of Jeremiah Williams of Moosic buried after services with local friends joining a cortege to the borough cemetery. A sick child on Third street and visitors in Pittston mentioned.
The Willing Workers' society of the Methodist Episcopal church opens a fair and loan exhibition at Weber's rink, running to Saturday. Features include the Watkins family concert and a varied program with many articles for sale, while local groups discuss New Year contests with prizes for singing, recitations, and declamations.
The ad claims Vinol improves strength by toning the stomach to absorb nutrients for flesh bone and blood. It touts cod liver oil extracts in a mild wine base, claims no strong odor, and promises a refund if not fully effective with a testimonial from E La Starr and an offer to call for details.
Tae Jos. Kurttel, rear Mi Lacizawinna avenue Scranton Pa offers wire screens and orchestra music for events. Raner is listed as second director at 7 Wyoming avenue above Hulberts' music store. Megargee Brothers provide printing supplies envelopes and paper bags at 1 Washington avenue Scranton Pa.
The South Abington school board passed a ruling at Monday night’s meeting to enforce compulsory education. Parents are urged to ensure their children attend school. Several local residents are noted for visits and health updates, including Weasley Singer and Miss Vina Justin. Howard Wolf has a railroad job in Delaware and Kingston, with his wife and child staying with relatives in Buffalo.
The Academy of Music shows The Slaves of Sin by the Shea company with no matinee, and Tonight A Tale of Two Cities with Mr Shea as Sidney Car. Bon Ton Burlesquers open Thursday at the Gaiety, followed by The Sorrows of Satan at the Lyceum with a large cast and ballet.
The Aubrey's Dramatic Company, a leading repertoire troupe, opens Monday night at the Academy of Music with The Land of the Living. Captain Scarlet, played by Arthur Desgon, stars in a strong program featuring drama, comedy, and farce with changes of scenery and costumes each performance. Tickets priced 10, 20, and 30 cents, with special ladies tickets available at no extra charge.
Frank Daniels new opera ha Ameor fails to win over critics as audiences react warmly. Shea appears at the stage of Music tonight as Sidney in a Dickens promoter and Henry Miller’s famed role, My Lord’s Lady, draws interest. Empire stock faces criticism over a Philadelphia premiere. Robson and Dixey crowd reports note limited success amid a flurry of missteps.
The Broadway Theater Opera company will present DeKoven and Smiths tuneful opera The Highwayman in this city next Monday at the Lyceum. The autumn of 1897 has brought a prosperous season with nearly 700 performances and a tour across 26 states and Canada covering over 18000 miles.
Partial OCR fragment notes liabilities and redemption fund items involving treasurer accounts. No clear event or names to anchor a full item.
Fragmentary OCR text references Erie, Wyoming Valley, Hawley, and Scranton with notes on railroad points and arrival times, indicating a local transport or timetable item. Details are unclear but center on rail routes and schedule timings.
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