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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1897

Page

9

Destructive Youths Raid Farm Field and Court Action Follows

A gang of youths raided Adam Veith’s corn field near Idbeoln Hetehte, tearing and stealing. William Francis David Jenfiths were arrested for malicious mischief. Griffiths pled guilty and turned informer. Additional arrests followed for James Phibin Benjamin Evans Thomas Jenkins and William Evan. fines and costs imposed.

Adam Veith Idbeoln Hetehte Bellevue Patarerin William Francis David Jenfiths Mosna Aymer Veith David Griffiths

Kilondiige Social to Be Held at Rimpeon Methodist Church

A novel social event called the Kilondiige social will take place this evening in the Rimpeon Methodist church lecture room. It is organized by the Brimp son Social etrele with sales of tissue crafts, confectionery, novelty boxes, handkerchiefs and other decorative items. Refreshments will be served and patrons may receive a souvenir. Admission is free and the public is invited.

Rimpeon Methodist Church Brimpson Social Etrele Priwcident Robert Williame Aire OG. Mhuire Ohadrwoma J. T. Sweet

Woman of Wilkes-Barre Charged with Attempt to Defraud

Mrs. DIlin Hains of Wilkes-Barre faced Alderman Onis Yeveterniry on a charge of attempt to defraud partir from Scranton street. She had boarded with John Zintel for two months agreeing to pay 16 pounds but paid 8. The case ended with payment of 8 pounds costs and release. Howell Thomas Llewellyn Thomas and John John of this side were fined 9 each by Alderman Davies. The charge involved drinking.

Dehtine Mowell Thomas John John Tinakisr Llewellyn Thomas Jones Peters Saul H. Thome J. John B. Thoma Noeville Price Street Ft. Thomas Dilin Hains Wilkes-Barre Ontis Yeveterniry John Zintel Scranton Street Hains Charles Freeman Intel Mahies Zintel Howell Thomas Llewellyon Thomas Alderman Davies

Fuir and festival at Plymouth Church concludes with success

The recent two evening event at Plymouth Congregational Church ended in grand success. The Ladies Aid Society organized booths and supper, raising a handsome sum. Officers include President Mrs John H Williams and Secretary Mrs A B Eynon. Members listed for each booth and table.

Plymouth Congregational Church Ald Mra John H. Williams Mere William Demes A. B. Eynon D. J. Willan Fancy Oolbeath Deh James Mnvan Davis Linsie Davis Myre Whitan T. Davis William Aprenbeath Joler Fillands Sol. Jones David Here Met Loomis Are Richard Owene Joseph Mire Willian Watkins William Parsons Josph Hughes Morgan Williams Samuel Poiwell James Leyshon Thas Allen William William 3. Morgan Hughes Mes Weaver Fyvane Thomas Jamer

Arrests and court actions across multiple charges

Wasil Huchreck of Twenty Fortyoonil treet was arrested on a warrant issued by Alderman Kelly. The case involved a charge regarding a presumed crime against Mrs Roller. The defendant later faced another charge and appeared before Alderman Kelly with Attorney W. Baylor. Costs were paid and an agreement reached, with a stipulation to cover penalties for both suits.

Wasil Huchreck Alderman Kelly Frank Golissa Roller Aon Toliska Kelly W. . Baylor Toliska Praventor Othors

Local residents visiting relatives across towns

Mrs. William Kime returns from Robinson Street to her home after a visit with relatives at Thalton. Mrs. Georges C. Hamimitt of North tehepes avenue visits relatives at Vowser's Mills. James Jopling of Inkerman stays with friends on Weet Scormatem street. Mrs. T FEL. Jones of Jackson street remains abroad.

Cora Tanner Great Lend William Wella Jersey J. Conlin Chivagro James Durbin Koyear Avenue Rugmie Reed Glenburn George Fairehild South Main Avenue W. OA. Reid Jackson Street Friends Plains Philp Davies Eynon Street Medical Chl Philadelphia Henry P. Davies J. M. Clarke Clarke Brothers New York City Mr. Watkins Washburn Street Wilkes Frederick Davis Wilkes-Larre William Kime Robinson Street Thalton Georges C. Hamimitt North Tehepes, Avenue Vowser's

Local Drug Store Closing For Funeral Services and Dinner

The drug store of Joh J Davies on South Main near Jackson Street will close today from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for funeral services for Henry P Davies. A ceremony at 2 p.m. at the Central common will feature a 3 stage match with 14 birds. A Klondike quartette formed by local residents rehearses several songs. Infant Myr and Thomas Gleason were interred at Wash- DITA Sheet cemetery after private rites. Furniture and heater for sale at 1422 Washburn Street.

Joh J. Davies Prernie Jackson Atroct Tony Tl A.m Ip. m Myre Henry P. Davies Bynes Errest Attatclaps Stephen Porson Flown Arene Ties Young North Scrinton Tran Trondie Pligean Mateh Klondike Sites McNulty Reoss Reese Benjiamin Mereny Bel Evans Sheve Eunhbontus Heth Myr Thomas Gleason Washburn Street Ihirental

New England supper and gifts at Court Street church

In Nor te Scranton the Court Street Methodist Episcopal church women plan a New England supper for 16 cents with Christmas gifts for sale and entertainment after. Cake sandwiches and coffee will follow. Also reported are funerals, arraignments, sermons in Washington and Wilkes-Barre, and local social events including speakers at the Christian church and gatherings by Father Whitty society and Welsh Baptist church youth programs.

Court Street Methaiat Episcopal Church New England Estrates Honing Nichols Putnam Street Taylor Elizabeth Howell John Howell Sdevine Avenue John A. Evans West Market Street Woodburn Street Anthony Naughton Holy Thosary Church Hyde Park Catholic Willian Campbell Alterman Fidler Patrick Mcouldtiek Carmipbell Campbell F. P. Powers Washington, D. C Christian Church Wuisener Power Charles Kirk Howuke Welle Street Forest HN John Thomas Maiondale Thomas Jenkins Oak Street Robert Brown Girling Lackawind Hospital Throop George Perum James Neary John Nolan Thomese Gordon New York City Father Whitty William Jermyn Wayne Avenue India Lizale Davis William Davie Brick Avenue Miss Davis May Morgan Hattie Owen Fingt Welsh Baptist Church Olyphant Society Olyphant and Providence

Question Box Featured at Meeting With Presidents

A meeting will include a question box where one society asks questions and the president of the other answers. The event focuses on the work of the two societies and their activities.

Aocietios

Man injures self moving furniture. youths face charges

Coat Gregor of Cedar avenue was seriously injured while moving furniture when a teammate suddenly moved causing him to fall. Several boys aged 12 to 16 were brought before Alderman Budfy on charges of breaking into Mrs. Mire’s barn. they were discharged with reprieve. A party at Miss Annie Roeder’s and a watch prize at Burns’ barber shop are reported, along with a Catholic Benevolent Society officers election and South Scranton Albright Memorial Victory branch activity.

Coat Gregor Cedar Avenue Howe Oreror Wwaston Gregor Groger Dr. Rett William Prady Joe Boyle John O'Conner Michael Boland Aldermin Bud Annie Roeder Maggie Murphy Lizale Roeder Idigale Murray Agnes Flonn Clara Stein Lena Shoeder Nelle Murray Mamie Rampo Kate McHale Bridget McHale August Stein Michael Murray Willie Stein James O'Diennell Burns Ad Mire Borke Mere Pilbibeth Luts Ladies’ Catholic Benevolent Siehition of St. John's Pariah Tweeday Fannie Metle First View Mire Kate Cotroy Second View Mre T. F. McDonough Mise Kate Gavan Anne Sarath Gordot Marshal Maurice Ingoan Fuard Nora Conheys Mra Mary Rec Mise Ella Gavin Boland Nance Thomas Brown Ella Jordan Mamie Moffitt South Scranton Albright Memorial Victory Manley William Connell More Company Columbus Council Young Men's Institute Wil Seigel Dancing Academy BE. Watres Wilkes-Barre Wiliam Daniels Treek Street

Dine of holiday goods at Cullen's news stand

Holiday goods offered at Cullen's news stand located at 191 Chestnut street with emphasis on low prices. Item selection appears broad for shoppers seeking bargains during the season.

Cullen Chestnut Street

Local Notices and Social Highlights from Greenwood

Mike Amy Rawson of Greenwood left on the midnight train to Minneapolis where she has taken a position at the City hospital. Miss Lelinda Gibbens of Lowell is visiting Miss Celia Nailin. A tea delegation attended the Judge and Ryan tournament at Beranten last night. John Tangin of Providenes and Miss Mareiret Mebane, daughter of Patrick Mellans of Cedar Avenue, were married at St. Josephs church yesterday.

Mike Amy Rawson Greenwood Minneapolis Minn City Hospital Lelinda Gibbens Lowell Marz Celia T. Nailin Out Sporting Fraternity Ryan Beranten John Tangin Providenes Mareiret Mebane Patrick Mellans Cedar Avenueo St. Joseph's Church Neary

Obituary notices of multiple residents in unclear town

The obituary column notes Mise Martha J. Snover died yesterday at 24 North Ninth Street after long illness. Funeral services set for Saturday at 2 PM with interment at Forest Hill cemetery. Also listed are the deaths of Peter Elwin, age unknown, and Patrick Uriahurt, age unknown, with funeral details and family statements. Further, Mrs. Agre Burne Nowe, widow of James H. Howe, died Wednesday in Wilkes Barre. Funeral planned Saturday at 2 PM from the family home in Cheney Court.

Martha J. Snover North Ninth Street Joseph Hi Battle Creek Iowa Teey Gils Vliy Mises Barahi Rita Blecta Reene Alee Forest Hill Cemetery Agree Burne Nowe James H. Howe Welnestay Wilkes. Barre James Burns W Cheney Court

Funeral of James T McHale Observed at St Pauls Dunmore

The funeral for James T. McHale was held yesterday from his mother’s home and St Paul’s Catholic church. Rev. J Dunn officiated with deacon Rev. P L McManus and Rev. J A Reilly assisting. Father McManus delivered a consoling sermon from Isaiah. The St Paul’s choir sang and Miss Hadie Dougherty of Dunmore provided music. Burial followed at Mt. Carmel cemetery Dunmore.

James T. McTale Monrey Avn St. Paul's Father McManus Cho St. Paul Misa Hadie Dougherty Dunmore Salem Mt. Carmel Cemetery

Harvey’s Ohio Trip Cited as Excuse in Bicycle Agency Theft

Anthony Harvey traveled to Ohio to take a position with a bicycle agency, but used the trip as an excuse to steal a ride on a local bicycle. Police report details indicate he boarded a bike without permission and fled the scene nearby.

Ohio Anthony Harvey

Scranton Conservatory of Music Arrest Highlights City Notice

Hirvey was arrested yesterday by Special Officer Durkin and presented to Alderman Millar. He claimed Port Merry as his home. Alderman Millar ordered him to leave the city within one hour.

Delaware Lackawannhk Western Hirvey Oficer Durkin Millar Port Merry Harvey

Entertainment Benefit Crowded Lecture Room at Ein Park Church

The Ein Park church lecture room overflowed for a What- Forever entertainment under Miss Dorsey. Miss Dor ey and Miss Cotnelia Moredock recited from Kate Douglas Wiggin and other pieces. Performers Olive Jadwin Beatrice MacCont Susie Groce and others gave readings while Mises Stearns Dorrey and Carr ie Hoss contributed piano accompaniment.

Ein Park Olive Jadwin Beattice MacCont Mises Vangwline Mona

Town Topics at Academy Opens with Lively Farce

Town Topics at the Academy of Music opened a three day run last night to a fair sized audience. The cast includes John W. World, William Keller, William H. Mack, Miss Path Henri and other performers who keep the fun going from start to finish. Matinees will be held each day in addition to evening shows.

Academy of Music John W. World William & Keller William H. Mack Patth Henri

Short letters of interest published with writer’s name

Under a heading, short letters of interest appear when accompanied by the writer’s name for publication. The Tritine disclaims responsibility for opinions expressed in these letters.

Fourth Ward Leader Praised for Progressive Public Service

Editor lauds Wish Thomas from the Fourth ward as a conscientious councilman and advocate for practical projects. Highlights his advocacy for tax reform, park improvements, Mulberry contract, and Franklin Avenue dealings. Praises his stance against crime and his dedication to the people.

Wish Thomas Rliman Tuline Mel Poliotakiie Laree Torres Pranklin Avenue Resebileann Minahars Reinen Wil Tye Tele David Douktue

Replogle Negotiates Real Estate Security

DFP RepLogle attorney loans negotiated to real estate security on Meare building at the corner of Washington Avenue and Spruce Street. The Tribune Publishing Co. operates North Washington Avenue with linotype composition of all kinds quickly done and facilities unsurpassed in the region.

A. Trapold Wyoming Avenue Spruve Street Scranton DFP Meare Building Washington Avenue Spruce Street Warren & Knapi Republican Building All Tribune Publishing Co

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