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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1899
Page
9
A packed Mears Hall hosted West Scranton Conclave of the Improved Order of Heptasophs Ninth anniversary celebration with District Deputy B D Jones presiding. The program featured Bauer orchestra solos, a quartet performance, ventriloquism by Startley, and tributes including praise for Judge Ward.
The program featured Mr Warren performing The Owl and Mrs Brundage singing pieces by DeKoven and a lullaby, all well suited to her voice. Mr Johna offered Pinutti's Queen of the Earth with spirit, while Miss Jones sang My Dream of You with faultless delivery and was gifted flowers. Johns and Warren duetted in Ex Cel soar to applause and an encore was requested but not granted. New vocalists Elisabeth Suydam and W P Jones sang The Adieu. The orchestra offered popular airs and The Ameor from opera, with Miss Norma Williams accompanying brightly. The tasting ended with dances as Bauer's musicians supplied the music. the committee earned praise for the evening’s entertainment.
The Crowners' enelety at Shypson Methodist Episcopal Church offered piano selections, recitations, solos and duets to a large audience. Misses Lois Phelps, Mattie Thuches, Norm Phivis, Jessie Polhomus, Arma Thomas, Hlodwen Davis, Elton Thomas, Lion Shivelly, Archie Davis and Marty Acker performed. Refreshments followed a social hour.
Elija C Stubbs of Plainville and Mise Jetsie Mare latt of Stratford avenue were married at 8 30 last evening at the bride’s parents home Mr and Mrs W H Marlath. Rev Wo Mord of Green Uiche Bayttet church officiated. The residence was decorated and many guests attended including the bride’s sisters Mira Morearn and Mrs McCourt of Phila Vetta. The couple will reside in Platoville.
Several railroaders returning home from work early yesterday morning stopped a highway robbery at the Jackson street and Hoynessy court intersection. A Keyser Valley resident was briefly assaulted by a stranger who struck him and knocked him into the gutter before the assailant fled.
A complete clearance sale starts today featuring high grade cloaks and suits with price reductions designed to move stock. The promotion emphasizes savings on premium clothing items across the line.
A bargain assortment of ladies tailored jackets features full lining, pearl buttons, and castor options in black, castor, and brown shades. Prices range from 7.40 to 12.49, with higher grade novelties previously selling at 16 to 22, emphasizing quality materials and skilled tailoring.
The Holiday Show is in full blast inviting families to ring in the season. Children are urged to visit and see the pretty displays and shoppers are advised to buy presents early.
Advertisement offers Misses' jackets in blues and tans from sizes 12 to 18 with prices around 2.98 to 4.49. A sale includes $1 and 12 jackets in one lot featuring various fabrics and trim, described as highly tailored and stylish.
The catalog notes a wide assortment of capes including Ker foyer Fancy Carla Montagnacs deviots and Reavers with or without hoods and trims. Prices presented as large sacrifices from regular figures, with similar markdowns on children's wear.
Bia outely attracted the railroad men approaching from Central City but the roflan escaped before capture. The incident was reported to Lieutenant Willlame.
Richard Delman 18, a laborer at Hyde Para shaft, was run down by a trip of cars while Cropping a way along the runged track yesterday. He died from injuries after being crushed under wheels. His stepfather, Scott Schaffer, serves in Company F Thirteenth Regiment and is stationed in the Philippines. Remains were taken to his mother’s home in Kelly’s Patch. A second incident at Hampton mine saw a mule killed by a car trip on the track, with the mule struck and killed.
David Evans of Waahburn street and Miss Elvira Harris daughter of Mr and Mrs David B Harrie 507 North Tryde Park avenue were united in marriage at 8 o’clock in the evening by Rev J B Sweet pastor of the Simeon Methodist E Episcopal church The couple were unattended and only relatives and friends witnessed the ceremony A reception followed and no supper was served The couple plan a short wedding trip and will reside with the bride's parents Both are well known young people with many friends.
Branch No 97 of the I C F I met at St Leo's hall Wednesday evening and elected President Ella Cavanaugh Vice president Sarah Morgan secretary Katherine Gallagher treasurer Mary Reilly and trustees Margaret Delmer Annie Carson Bridget Murphy and Margaret Cusick The ladies plan a dramatic entertainment directed by Misa Pauline Hall of the Scranton Conservatory of Music with members assuming the roles.
Following the Lackawanna Council No 118 meeting in Ivorite hall a public debate will discuss whether love of country surpasses love of kindred. The affirmative speakers are Thayer Olver and Lauer while Bevan Browning and Jikine argue the negative. The event opens around 4 50 o clock with an invitation extended to members and the public.
An advertisement urges readers that Grain-O, a cereal beverage made from pure grains, replaces coffee without upsetting delicate stomachs. It claims a similar taste, mild price of 4 cents per cup or 15 cents per package, and encourages children to drink it.
North Scranton report notes a largely attended, pleasant affair with Hiram Lodge F and A M electing officers and James Mulderiy farewelled. Presbyterian Women’s Missionary Society to meet. A Court Street Methodist Episcopal church concert featured Green Ridge Presbyterian choir under G F Whittemore with Cordelia Freeman and Tulla Clapp Allen.
Last evening at the reenulit meeting of Hiram lodge No 21 Free and Accepted Masons the following officers were elected Worshipful master FT Swingle senior warden Joseph Fide fam Jutiler warden A A Vosburg treasurer C W Reigteri secretary T B Morgan trustees A TL Francois W J Lewis and T J Wint representative to Grand Indge D M Jones The installation of officers will be held Friday evening Dec 23.
Wednesday evening a farewell party was held at James Mulderie's Lincoln street home. Guests enjoyed games and refreshments as the hour grew late. Attending were many neighbors and friends including Anna Morgan Johanna Geary Mary Jackson Maty Mulderig Marearet Mulderige Mary Foy Alice Kerrigan Milcabeth Wallace May McDonald Magete McDonald Linzie Smith Mario Page Mary Judge Marearet Tudire Lizzie Stone Alice Cunningham Mary Mullen Little Bray Maggie Sloan Noble Murphy Annie Barrett and numerous others.
A sewer trench in front of G Palmer's cash store on North Main Ave near the streetcar line makes car service hazardous. The Young Women's Christian Association orchestra meets again tonight led by Professor Wallenehaw. A cello class remains open for girls. The Women's Home Missionary Society holds a praise service this afternoon at the Presbyterian church. An entertainment for Moran Lewis is planned Monday evening at St Mary's Hall due to rheumatism. North End Stars and Crescent basketball teams play Christmas afternoon in the auditorium. Ex-members of Crystal Literary and Dramatic Club met last night.
Martin Keegan of Olyphant is the guest of relatives on Oak street. Miss Allan Tingley of Hartford Pa is visiting her courie Misa Nellie Pickett on North Main avenue. Mr and Mrs H Babcock are visiting friends in Trawley. Mrs Dr Keifer of Honesdale guests of her daughter Mia. J Gr Keaply of Oak street and Rev Frank Milman of Academia Px visit North End friends.
A garbled ad list names Green Ridge Market and others offering groceries and meats, mixed with stray prayerful verses about temptation and life choices. The piece blends storefront references with a satirical moral reflection, ending with a line about aspirations being like other men.
South Scranton notes report the Aloysius Total Abstinence and Benevolent Society held an evening meeting at Pharmacy Hall with routine business followed by a smoker. A strong musical and literary program was presented with various participants listed, and all attendees enjoyed a pleasant evening.
Jamen Connell lodge No. 170 T O C FP held a debate on Wednesday evening at Cedar Avenue and Willow Street. The motion claimed England justified in taking its stand in the Transvaal. Affirmative speakers were Albert Burdette William Lash and William Davie while L G Schouts Leopold Johine and W A Nicholson argued the negative. Judges C W Burrell Elwoo Myers and Frank P Butler ruled for the negative. The affirmative appealed the decision and the appeal will be heard at the next stated meeting on Wednesday evening in December.
Louis, the three year old son of Mr and Mrs Jossin Bator, an Italian family on Breck Street, pulled a kettle of boiling water on himself in the kitchen yesterday morning. He was badly scalded about the head and body. George C Merriam was summoned and dressed the wounds.
In Alderman TRuddy's court Patrick Mahon was awarded judgment against Scranton Railway Co for injuries from a fall from a car. He claimed on Oct 7 the conductor pushed him from the train, causing internal injuries.
Jaco Fries of Maple street killed a cross-64 fox near Scranton lake. Hiedo the fox hound chased it for over two hours. John Rellersheim of Prospect avenue injured his left hand in a car coupling incident at the South mill, treated by Dr. J. J. Walsh. Eleventh ward Republicans caucus at Germania hall to nominate council and ward officers. Schneider Brothers’ John J. Schneider among candidates for select council in the Eleventh ward. Evangelical Church of Peace Young People meet at Germania hall for an evening entertainment. Mrs. Sadler of Salem identified as guest at f4 event.
Mrs. H. H. Coons and nephew visit at the home of Mr. and Mrs. O. M. Coons on Cedar Avenue. Pen Coal delivers to South Side, Central City and Central Hyde Park at 1 25 a ton. Address orders to C. R. Sharkey, 1914 Cedar Ave, Phone 6683.
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