City Notes and Local Events in Scranton District
Local notices report teachers to be paid this afternoon with donation days at Lackawanna hospital. Various items include Druggist John Phelps’s ankle injury, Rev. J. T. Logan’s Beers hall sermon, and the discharge on bail of Martin Kerwin from county jail. Entertainment by Marshall P. Wilder, a turkey gift by Green Ridge Lumber, political party gathering, candy sale, and theatre bills at the Academy of Music. Also listed are marriage licenses, Mrs. Frank McDonald’s death, a bond resolution, an electric sign fire, the Truth publication, Sheridan Monument fair, and oath of County Surveyor-elect Edmund A. Bartl.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lackawanna Hospital
John Phelps
J. T. Logan
Wilken-Barre
Beer's Hall
North Main Avenue
Martin Kerwin
Olyphant
Unuil
Marshall P. Wilder
Young Men's Christian Association
Green Ridge Lumber Company
Man T. ER. Hughes
Guild of St. Hilda
Adeems Avenue
Linden Street
William Magurglis
West Side
Shea Company
Academy of Music
Snares of
New York
Ares
Vincenzo di Muro
Angelo Simone
Dunmore
Dominick Penda
Marla Molinare
Scranton
Richard Roberts
Susie Owens
Taylor
Frank McDonald
Meridian Street
Fred J. Widmayer
Board of Control
Lewis, Reilly & Davies
the Truth
Talleros Pon Fo 7 da
Sheridan Monument Association
Father Whitty
Plaster of Paris
Bartl
Oath Administered for Court Clerk Office
Deputy Clerk Emil Kk. Ronn administered the oath to Mr. Partl as the new law requires the clerk of the courts to oversee oaths for officers-elect, aligning the ceremony with state constitutional duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
United States
Pennsylvania
Emil Kk. Ronn
Partl
Keeley League Meeting Welcomes Powderly and Lines Up Growth
MR POWDERLY ADDRESSED a Keeley League gathering at the Madison avenue institute with Dr J A McLaughlin as chair. Powderly praised the league’s benevolent aims and urged members to recruit others. Major Vandiver cited positive outcomes, while Mrs Van Muskirk reported the Women's Keeley League grew to twenty eight members in four weeks and planned Law Year’s Day festivities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keeley League
Institute
Madison Avenue
J. A. McLaughlin
T. V. Powderly
W. W. Vandiver
Home
McLaughlin
van Muskirk
Women's
Ugo
League
Little Girl Killed by Milk Train Near Hardly Able Colliery
Clara Call, 10, daughter of Aaron Call of Briekin street, was struck and killed by a milk train on the Delaware Lackawanna and Western railroad near Hardly Able colliery in the North End. She died instantly after attempting to recross to retrieve a bonnet left at school. Coroner Kelley to hold an inquest today. the child was bright and well liked.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clara
Aaron Call
Briekin Street
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad
North End
Kelley
Pigeon shooter Fred S Hoey visits Wyoming last night
Fred S Hoey the renowned Hollywood N J pigeon shooter arrived in Scranton from New York City and plans to join Clem Mareh Jr in Gouldsboro for partridge hunting. Hoey, son of the late Adams Express president John Hoey, travels on an independent fortune and earns from trap shooting. He previously visited Scranton two months ago with Edgar G Murphy and has impressed European shooters with his accuracy on trape.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fred
Hoey
Hollywood
N. J
Wyoming
New York City
Gouldsboro
Clem Mareh, Jr
Pocono
John Hoey
Adams Express Company
Marriages in the Near Future At Turnquest’s Jeweler
An advertisement notes rising sales of engagement rings at Turnquest’s 205 Washington Avenue, highlighting rings and jewelry as a sign of forthcoming marriages. It lists Episcopal hymnals, prayer books, silverware, cut glass, pearl opera glasses, and gold items from Reynolds Bros and Dr. Shimberg, with discounts and prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Turnquest
Turnquest’s, Jeweler
Washington Avenue
Idkt
Turnquest’s
Washington Ave
Pearl Lemaire
Dr. Shimberg
Spruce Street
Santa Claus
St Johns Father Mathew Society Celebrates Tenth Anniversary
Members of St John’s Father Mathew society of Pine Brook gather at Capouse Avenue hall for a banquet and social in honor of ten years since the society’s 1885 formation. Attendees include Rev P J McManus Hon John Roche and Captain P De Lacy with numerous members and guests.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. John’s Father Mathew Society
St. John's
BE. J. McCormack
Capoure Avenue
Ash Street
M. J. Kelly
The Old Homestead and The Ups and Downs of Life at the Academy
Coming attractions announce two stage events at the Academy of Music next Monday and Tuesday. Denman Thompson's The Old Homestead portrays New England farm life with realistic charm. Oliver Doud Byron and company present The Ups and Downs of Life on Christmas afternoon and evening to strong audience enthusiasm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Old Homestead
Oliver Doud
Byron and Company
Academy of Music
The
Boston Herald
Byron
Sacred Concert Sunday by North End Fine Art Association
A sacred concert will be given in St Mary's Hall Providence Sunday evening by the North End Fine Art Association. The program features well known artists including Nellie Curran, Lottie Hawks, May Agnes McHate, Kathryne Grady, Maggie Harrington, Sadie Dougherty, and others with piano solos, recitations, duets, and a descriptive story. Proceeds and specific selections are listed in the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary's Hall
Providence
North End Fine Art Association
Nellie Curran
Misa Lottie Hawks
Charles Connelly F. McLaughlin
MiMord
Mies
Agnes ‘McHate
Misa Kathryne
Mary Grady
Jemima Jones
Maggie Harrington
Eans
Will F. Durke
Ranjo
Mirren
Maggie Herrington
Sadie Dougherty
Miss Bane Murphy
Charles Berty
J. Coyne
Merars
Chirk
Pe Oy
Smith
Ketrick
Kirby Wins Judgment Against Scranton Publishers in Wage Case
John W. Kirby obtained a 200.20 judgment yesterday against J A Scranton and Son publishers of the Scranton Republican. Kirby testified the sum was wages due after three years as an employee. He stated he accepted a bookkeeper position at the Scranton Times on December 5 after giving notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John W. Kirby
J. A. Scranton & Son
J. A. Scranton & Bon
Scranton Republican
Alderman Donovan
The
Republican
Kirby
Scranton Times
Robert M. Scranton
Mr. Scranton
M. W. Lowry
Smith sues for damages over arm amputation in rail yard
Edward J. Smith, through George Beale, filed a trespass action against the Delaware and Hudson Canal company seeking $5,000. He, a freight brakeman, was injured in the Carbon Dale yard when his right arm was crushed between rail bumpers during coupling, leading to amputation. His wife, Mrs. Smith of Dalton, works in the lumber business. The suit alleges the rails were carried in too-short cars, causing the accident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward J. Smith
George Beale
Delaware and Hudson Canal Company
Smith
Carbondale
Dalton
Mayor approves three ordinances and a sewer damages resolution
Mayor Connell signed ordinances creating a permanent man for the General Phinney Engine company and adding a man for the Nay Augs, authorize an electric light at Scranton street and Edwards court, and widen Green Ridge street sidewalks to fit the borough extension. A resolution granting $150 each to A W Riefenberger John Gehrens and Mrs McCarthy for Ferber court sewer damage was approved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connell
General Phinney Engine Company
Nay Augs
Scranton Street
Edwards Court
Green Ridge Street
Washington Avenue
Borough of
Dunmore
A. W. Riefenberger
John Gehrens
Route change sought for Providence and Green Ridge cars
North End councilmen pressed Traction Co to reroute Providence and Green Ridge cars. The plan would run cars to Linden street before Franklin Ave, easing access from Wyoming avenue to Lackawanna ave. Implementation awaits schedule and Linden street light work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Providence
Green Ridge
Frank Silliman, Jr
Traction Company
Finn, Morris, Ross and Loftus
North End
Providence and
City
Mulberry Street
Franklin Avenue
Lackawanna Avenue
Linden Street
Franklin
Wyoming Avenue
Lackawanna
Penn
Installation of Rev J P Moffat at Washburn Street Church
The Lackawanna Presbytery held a special session to receive Rev J P Moffat on release from Lehigh Presbytery and install him as pastor of Washburn Street Church. The service featured remarks by Moderator G E Guild and sermons by Rev Dr Logan and Rev Dr McLeod, with a formal charge to the new pastor and an installation tonight in Scranton. A concurrent note mentions Jora Union planning a meeting with General Manager Silliman after an afternoon at the Traders Bank office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbytery of
Lackawanna
Washburn Street Presbyterian Church
J. P. Moffat
Lehigh Presbytery
Providence Church
James McLeod
D. D
A. W. Dickson
First Church
N. F. Stahl
Green Ridge Church
George W. Phillips
William Frink
W. B. Letchworth
Washburn Street
John Griffiths
Madigan
Wisconsin
Duncan M. Buchannan
EB. Logan
Leonardo D'Anna
Philip H. Brooks
Wetherly Church
Moffat
Missouri
James P. Green
Green
Presbyterian
Bennett
Luzerne County
Sumner Avenue Presbyterian
G. W. Phillips
Mr. Moffat
Guild
5. C. Logan
P. H. Brooks
D. M. Buchannan
B. T. Jayne
Edwin Bowen
Mr. Horber
Mr. Stahl
Jora’ Union
Silliman
Traders’ Bank
Buchannan
Mauch Chunk
Wilkes- Barre
Logan
Jesus Christ
Simon
Dr. Mcleod
McLeod
Christ
Diamonds for the holidays a bargain at Davidow Bros
A newspaper notice touts a 25 percent savings on fine diamonds, claiming most stock is pledged and offering goods at 50 percent below regular dealers. It promotes the latest settings and urges calls to verify deals. Also advertised are a Regina Music Box at Hulburt’s Muse Store and various gem rings and spoons at Turnquest’s.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mamonds
Regina
N. A. Hulburt’s
Muse Store
Wyoming Avenue
Great Christmas Bargains at Scranton’s Coal Exchange Clothiers
The Coal Exchange Clothiers announce a prolonged Great Sacrifice Sale through Christmas Eve with overcoats and men wear at deep discounts from $5.98 to $7.05 on various former prices. extra 10 percent off on purchases over $15. Multiple ads promote jewelry, watches, silverware, graphophones, and other holiday gifts from Turnquest, Davidow Bros, Reynolds Bros, N. A. Hulburt, and Taylor's. Local stores invite shoppers to inspect the bargains and visit 120 Wyoming avenue and 117 Lackawanna and 205 Washington avenues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Coal Exchange Clothiers
Scranton
Wyoming Avenue
Martin & Delaney
Traction Company to Answer Motormen Demands Today
A committee representing Motormen and Conductors will present the street car workers’ wage request, and the company will issue its decision on granting higher pay today. The outcome could affect labor relations and service operations.
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Cleveland
Clevela
Norman & Moore Fire Insurance
Wyoming Ave
Busset Shoes
Commonwealth “Shoe Store
AML
Sixth Ward
Dee
Benjamin Howen
Wiliam T. Williams
City Notes
Edmund A. Bartl
Archinid
Mr, Powderly
Fred S. Hoey
Episcopal
Heynolds Bros
Turnquest's
Reynolds Bros
P. J. McManus
St. Paul's Church
Joan J. O'Hara
Parsons
Beranton Diovoran Union
John H. Devine
Union
P. DeLacy
Do J. Campbell
Joseph Joyce
Edward Barrett
Timothy Burke
Willan Dawson
P. of. Murray
Mia
Peter Ryder
M. J. Holland
Nelle Malloy
Maggie Malloy
Jennie Weir
Mary Galgalion
Kathe Quinn
Mame Jordan
Barbara Dempsey
Mary Melody
Annie Ferguson
Della Gower
Mame Rafferty
Mime Sheeren
Liante Kearney
Annie Gower
Rove Rowan
Mary Lobtes
Mary Guurhan
Mage Mahoney
Winnie Barrett
Katie Gibbons
Mary Dempsey
Katie B. Harrison
Bertha A. McAloon
Nellie Gerrity
Kathe Hayers
Emma Osborne
Bridget Torpey
Aliee Gallagher
Agnes Haggerty
Mary Regan
John BE
Roche
M. EB
O'Malley
EK. P. Mitchell
R. J. Bourke
G. Kerr
James Lyons
T. J. Early
Scranton Diocesan Union
Martin Kearney
R. M. Joyce
John J. Hoche
James Mahoney
James O'Rourke
John M. Regan
John J. Flaherty
Anthony Roche
John Cawley
Thomas Malloy
P. Clarke
Martin Weir
John T. Maloney
James Moore
Thomas Quinn
Bernard J. Kelly
Michael Ruddy
M. J. Mahoney
Peter Rafferty
Thomas F. Harrison
A. McGuire
St. John's Society
Mark Barrett
Patrick Dempsey
William J. Lobtes
Joseph B. Jordan
Nicholas Burke
M. J. Rafferty
John Dempsey
John J. Gibbons
John Coon
John J. Joyce
Robert E. Blackledge
Patrick Gerrity
Thomas Gannon
James Durkin
T. BH. Orr
M. J. Barrett
James O'Connor
M. J. O'Toole
the Times
Hector James
the Republican
J. Mitchell
the Tribune
D. J. Campbell
P. de Lacy
Thorugh
Society
John J. O'Hara
St. John
St. John’s
P. J. McWannes
de Lacy
P. J. McManue
Gentleman
Keeley
Father McManus
J. F. Mitchell
P. Dempsey
Rova
G. E. Guild
D. M. Bouchannan
P. al. Brooks
Dr. Logan
Dr. McLoud
Die Atherton
Main Street
Mra
C. Atherton
Davidow Bros
the People's Jeweler
Family Bibles, _ Reynolds Bros
N. A. Hulburt's
Cut Glass
Bill and Leather Cases
Elgin Movement
Scranton and
Taylor's Directory
Tribune Building
Lackawanna Ave
Solid Gold
Good Weigth, Inc
S17
Erica Brac
Turnqueat's
Weber
Guernsey
Brownie
Berry
California
London
Jamaica
Fancy Elgin Creamery
School of Elocution and Oratory
Mrs. L. J. Richards
Burr Building
Washington Ac
Borantun
Columbus Honument
Washington Av
Dunn
J. Bolz
Shaw
Emerson
Malcolm Love
Clough & Warren
Carpenter
Waterloo
J. Lawrence Stelue
Christian Wterien
Spruce
Tribune
Nora
Louis Rupprecht
Eugene Klebert
Penn Avenue
Baptist Church
Perfekt Piano
Uyan
S. C. Snyder
Sproce Sures
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