Man Killed in Diamond Mine Fall on North Sumner Avenue
Edward Lewis of North Sumner Avenue was killed at 9 o clock yesterday by a roof coal fall while working as a miner in the Diamond mine. He leaves a wife and one year old daughter. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 2 o clock at the Jackson Street Baptist church with interment in Washburn street cemetery. Local lodge officers and members of Knights of Pythias attended the wake and held a Christmas entertainment bearing on lodge history and member benefits. He was not a member of the Diamond Mine fund.
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Edward Lewis
Sumner Avenue
Lewis
Mr. Lewis
Othein
Edward
Plamen Mine Fund
Elevtele City Commanderys
Knights of Malin
Thomas DD. Lewis
Lafayette Street
Jackson Street
Susie
Bom
Fowler
Oxford Street
Havelock
Espy
Bloomsburg
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Road
Boutles
AL Welner
Res
Neuves
M. Sitister
M. Frank
L. Hhirves
Harvey
Misa M. Kline
Wellow
J. Sink
B. Vicker
Shewikins
Mure
A. Anewin, Jr
Jenkins
Mo Woarfel
Boniamphony
Miraa
T. Peebnty
Sire
Brith
Alps
AL Muciuley
Mira
Korous
Wiest
Eadlal
Santa Clusah
Fotler
Danahter
Ditton
Mithes
Congregation of St Mary's
Chile
Mars Church of Krisimias
Hhaweloek
Lawrence
Kalehte of Pythias Sixth Anniversary Event Held In Evan's Hall
The Kalehte of Pythias No 26 celebrated its sixth anniversary at Evan's Hall on South Main Avenue. DR H N Dunnell Grand Chancellor of the Knights of Pythias attended. A committee including D D Evans and Thomas E Jones organized the event with refreshments and cigars. David J Davis sang solo “When the Tide Is Coming In” to a largely Knights and guests turnout.
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Lizzie Jones
Charles Cadogan
Evan Miles
William Morgan
Morris Thomas
David Jenkins
Fannie Evans
Maggie Jones
Liaate Williames
DP. J. Davis
Whyndaor KK. Thomas
Davis
Patagonia
Levi Hall
South Main Avenue
Willian A. Hearn
Abram Thomas
D. DD Evans
Edmund Jones
John Wagstaff
Morris Jones
Patagonia Lodae
Kalehte
Pythias
Evan's Hall
Bouth Main Avenue
D, D. Evans
Edmund da Vie
Thomas E. Jones
D. EL Evans
D, P. Roberts
William Pdmm
TY TD
Evans
Mr. Evans
David J. Davis
Burgess Toy Store Ad Announces New Toys in Cedar Area
An early 20th century ad promotes Burgess Toy Store at 812 Cedar, touting everything new in toys and inviting shoppers to browse the latest merchandise.
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Burgess Toy Store
Christmas Holiday Notes From Worcester Area Events
Providence W J Costello a Holy Cross student visits his parents Professor J Costello and Mrs Costello on Market street. William Noon returns to New York City after visiting friends on Green street. Independent Republican club met in Lawas hall. David Jones of Meyers cash store arrived home on Wayne avenue. Mrs J B Gillespie of Church avenue returns from New York visit. Presbyterian church young people present Santa Claus in a Priest cantata this evening at seven. Lizzie Gabriel and Arnold D Thomas to wed Wednesday evening December 0. Mrs FE Connelly of New York City is entertained by Mrs E Carson of Parker street.
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Jackson Street
John Strickling
Springville
Wyoming County
Elizabeth Simpkins
Hampton Street
Washburn Street
Wales
St. Patrick's School
Roberts
North Maine
Keystone Lodge
Loyal Keights of
America
Agnes Williams
Peckville
Sumner Avenue
David Jenkins
Plymouth Congregational Church
First Welsh Congregational Church
Jackson Street Baptist
Scranton Street Baptist
Simpeon Methoist Evisional Church
Scranton Street Baptist Church
Palmer & MecDonalds
Salvation Army
Santa Claus
Patrick Durkin
Terrence McNulty
Richard Lonergan
Anthony McHugh
Holy Cross College
Michael Duffy
University of Pennsylvania
W. J. Costello
Worcester
Mass
J Costello
Market Street
Willam Noon
Green Street
New York City
Independent Republican Club
Lawas” Hall
David Jones
Meyer's
Jet
Wayne Avenue
J. B. Gillespie
Church Avenue
Presbyterian Church
Elowk
Lizzie Gabriel
Evan Gabriel
Arnold D. Thomas
Youngstown
FE. G. Connelly
Alrs. E. Carson
Parker Street
Local Social Notes and Town Talk
Mr and Mrs Walker of Redington Pa return home after visiting friends Michae Coyne an attaché of Ancle fan s Navy stationed at Norfolk Va spends holidays with his parents on Strafford street Mrs John Gormally of Mayfield visits her mother on Main street The O Connell Council Young Men s Institute to meet this evening to elect officers Street car service was irregular due to snow drifts Tom Murray arrives with rabbits and is known to be a marksman, some say the stock market stockable
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Walker
Redington
Michae Coyne
Ancle Fan's Navy
Norfolk
Strafford Street
John Gormally
Mayfield
Ryan
Main Street
O'Connell Council Young Men’s Institute
Tom Murray
Tom
Slippers Discount Highlighted With Curious Medicine Ad
An old advertisement touts slippers at half price from S Rirothers and promotes a cold remedy claiming a one day cure with laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. The copy promises a refund if the cure fails and lists a price of 26 cents.
Christmas celebrations and charity events in Green Ridge area
A long, readable local item notes Christmas turkey gifts from several firms to employees, school programs on November 27, and multiple church and community activities. It lists gatherings at Green Ridge, Asbury Methodist Episcopal Church, and St. Mary’s with programs, recitations, music, and charity booths.
Casey Brothers Plan Modern High Rise on Lackawanna Frontage
Casey Brothers, prominent heater dealers and brewers, announce purchase of the Von Storch property on Lok avenue and Rutledge hotel site to gain frontage on Lackawanna avenue. They own Lakkiwinna and Wyoming avenues properties including Siret Mews now occupied by TMaunster. They aim to erect a modern high rise on the acquired frontage within the next few years.
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Casey Brothers
von Storch
Lok Avenue
Lackawanna Avenue
Mystic Cure for rheumatism advertised by Indiana man
Lebanon Indiana resident Morton G Hill says his wife suffered inflammatory rheumatism in all muscles and joints and swollen limbs after weeks of illness. He credits the Mystic Cure with immediate relief and says she could walk within three days and that it saved her life. Sold by Oarl Lorenz Scranton druggist. The ad notes a late sale and half price slippers at G Brothers Open late tonight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morton G. Hill
Lebanon
Ind
Oarl Lorenz
Scranton
Lackawanna Avenue
Hotel Under New Management Seeks Regionwide Guests
An established hotel now under new management markets itself to visitors in the Sen Yor area, promising convenient access to the district, tram lines, and nearby reading and entertainment venues. The property touts an European plan and aims to attract travellers seeking hospitality and location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sen Yor
Ahuppiine
Burglaries Hit Cedar Avenue Church and Parsonage
Thieves broke into the Cedar Avenue Methodist church and the parsonage overnight. They stole Rev. Li Paco’s silver tea set, a gold watch, a new overcoat, and a pocket-sized English timepiece valued for sentiment. The church window was left open and no cash was taken. Police were alerted and issued a description of the missing items.
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Palo
Cedar Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church
Li Paco
Cedar Avenue Church
Cherry Street
Mace
Povilee
Williams College Sale Sheds Light on Trustee Deals
Three disputed colleges once owned by a company were sold yesterday. The Lackawanna district is named in the payments, with attorney J. J. Malley representing creditors. The Dunnivere school was bought by S. Boyle, while Rosa Coale acted for execution creditors in the Coby plant sale. The final sale occurred amid confusion over terms and timing.
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Dustoees
Co. PY Wodhie
Lackawanna Dieenne Eitlewe
Dame J. Oo Malley
SF. Boele
Ie Hudtord
Rosa Coahe
Triste
Golden Medical Discovery Promises Health For Business Men
An old business figure suffers a breakdown from fatigue and stress but seeks revival through Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery. The ad claims improved digestion, liver function, appetite, bowels, nerves, and physical strength, citing a testimonial from Thos J Torbert Sr and others. It also promotes Dr. Pierce's Common Sense Medical Adviser and sale of a 1608 page medical book from the Wells Dispensary Medical Association.
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Hankniptey
Ital
Dr. Pierce
J. Torbert
Murengoce
Ala
Doname
Golden Medical Discovery
Aml
Tricil
Pierce
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