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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1901
Page
2
A local popular clearing house advertises rental, sale, or exchange of houses and properties. It notes rates at one cent per word with six insertions for five cents each, and free insertions for situations wanted. Inquiries directed to J. Bl Faulkner at Arlington House on Dundas Street.
William Lawler also known as William Bradley and William Kenney was jailed after stealing a boiler house overcoat from night engineer William Mainwaring. A footprint hunt led to a shanty where the thief slept. the coat was recovered with a pocketbook, and Lawler was sent to county jail in Scranton on a $300 bond.
Crystal Lake hosts an annual trotting event next week with a matinee on Friday. Horses from Scranton New Milford and nearby areas are expected to compete on the half mile straight-away course for prizes including blankets and horse gear. The Crystal Lake hotel will open for the occasion with hot lunches and comfort. James I Crawford of Scranton H Gorman of Scranton and L A Patterson of this city are among expected participants.
The article explains Ground Hog Day traditions predicting winter’s end based on whether the woodchuck sees its shadow. If no shadow appears, winter continues. if the sun casts a shadow, six weeks of cold weather are expected and the animal returns to its burrow.
Mrs Margaret McDonough died at her Cottage Street home aged ninety one. She was buried yesterday afternoon after funeral services at the Church of St Rose de Lima attended by many friends.
The past four days yielded intermittent and light snowfall with little accumulation though several flurries appeared. Communities monitor travel impacts as forecasts call for continued cold and sporadic flurries.
Yesterday morning the ground was lightly covered and William Hick, the butcher, ran his cutter early delivering and taking orders. Runners were in good shape with a thin layer of frozen snow. Several sleighs were seen later, mostly driven by farmers from nearby areas where hay was plentiful.
August Cheney a Russian miner from Forest City was injured yesterday afternoon by a rock fall at work. He suffered a crushed foot but is expected to recover without surgery and will be laid up for at least a month. Mrs McNulty underwent a difficult operation on Tuesday and is improving. Two Blakely poor board patients, Lewie Tossett and Michael Finn, were admitted with mine injuries and serious illnesses requiring treatment.
At the Prohibition caucus in Carbondale township the ticket was set with John Butler and Thomas Cummings as Supervisors, William Gordon Luke Larkin as School Directors, James Walker as Treasurer, Thomas Marshall as Poor Director, Philo Tell as Auditor, Edward Wagoner as Town Clerk, William Williams as Justice of the Peace, John Bergan as Judge of Election, Fred Keapler as Inspector, Andrew Fariv as District Register. Officers included Joseph Maley as chairman James Fussimone as secretary Peter McDermott as assistant secretary.
Edward V House of 2 Riversie place died Wednesday night after a prolonged bout of hiccoughs tied to other illnesses. Born October 5, 1861 in Decker Town New York he moved to Unionville then to the city. He married Annie Andrews on November 19 1890 and leaves a five year old son John and a one week old baby. His funeral is set for tomorrow at 2 PM from his residence with Rev Charles Lee officiating and interment at Shadyside cemetery in Johnstown.
Mitts Hattie Maacoe writes from Los Angeles about enjoying warm weather and witnessing a group of twenty two century plants in blossom at Westlake Park in the city.
Local groups including Palestine commandery No and Lackawanna encampment No 16 gather for a 2 p.m. event with Knights Templar Junior Order United American Mechanics Independent Order of Odd Fellows and Woman’s Relief Corps participation.
On January 30 1901 at Carbondale the Rev A F Chaffee united William H H Stephens of Carbondale with Minnie A Ward of Weatwille Mw in a marriage ceremony officiated by Rev Chaffee.
Engineer Thomas H. Davis, confined to his home on Wighth avenue for two weeks with the grip, now suffers a severe wave of quinsy.
Reports note Inaac Newton, once counted among the notable figures, is gradually weakening as his circle observes signs of a limited remaining time. Friends express concern about his health and possible end of life.
The Daughters of St Gaorgs will hereafter meet in Odd Fellows' hall on the second and fourth Tusalaya of each month.
A theatrical feature titled The Power Behind the Monday tours the stage as The Black Flag ignites curiosity with a bold exploration of routine labor. The production blends memory and myth to probe everyday work rhythms.
Carbondale endures an early surge of hoboes. locals report begging for food clothing and footwear. The article notes petty thefts and cites New Jersey towns where vagrant control is harsher, urging decisive action to curb the nuisance and detailing how offenders are treated in those cities.
The Williamport Daily Gazette notes the W. W. Carner Stock Company visits the Grand Opera House next week presenting balanced repertoire with special scenery. Featured performers include J. W. Carner famed for Kip Van Winkle, Harry L. Webb, Cora Miller, Arthur Mlackealter, Nellie Manning, Daisy Les Whipple, and Cora Wilmont with the Fisher children providing specialties and cinegraph entertainment.
The gathering for Carbondale township Fell township and Wandlingborough lists papers by Mary Barrett Thridget A Gething Joyce Lally and Dooley with speeches by Prof Krice Prof Thorne Prof M J Lloyd and County Superintendent J C Taylor. Directors and patrons are invited to attend.
Candlemas Day is noted in the Roman Catholic calendar with two Masses at St Rose church one low mass at 6 00 and a high mass at 8 00 when candles are blessed. The following day will be the feast of St Blase with a service likely next Sunday afternoon.
Miss Mildred Holland returns to Carbondale for a new romantic drama The Power Behind the Throne at the Grand Opera House Saturday evening. The production features grand scenery and elaborate costumes with a strong cast including Lillian Norris Frances Brooke Tita O Neal Frederic Ormonde Victor de Stke Frank Drew and Florence Bonner.
Messia, Smart and Howard, photographers from Scranton, have leased the gallery once occupied by Foster, near Kelly's dying store on Sixth Avenue and Main Street. They expect to open for business tomorrow.
J B Purr esq. is rapidly recovering from a severe illness. When he is well enough to travel Mr and Mrs Purr expect to take a southern trip pending several weeks in Florida.
A fresh push to form a city clerks union and active plans by harness workers indicate growing labor organizing in the area. Both efforts signal coordinated action among local workers seeking collective bargaining avenues.
A special meeting of the Women's Relief corps is set for this afternoon at 2 o'clock. All members are requested to be present.
In last evening’s Carbondale Cycle club pool tournament Knapp in third class downed Crane in fourth class action. The result highlights Knapp’s precise play as Crane faltered on the table.
Rennie in third class defeated Hoole in second class as G Benton and W A Smith resign from the competition. The second drawing for games is approaching soon.
The funeral for John Coggins was held yesterday afternoon with a large gathering of friends including a delegation from the Improved Order of Heptasophs of which he was a member. Pallbearers were John McDonald, Patrick Gerrity, Ward Kernner, Hugh Battle, James Brown, and Patrick Quinn. Rev Father Gorman conducted the service and interment followed at St Those cemetery.
Mrs Lucy Hadcock visits Mr and Mrs John Maxwell in Oneida NY. Select Council chair James Thompson convalesces after influenza. Mrs O B Shepherd of Scranton visits Councilman and Mrs Russell M Shepherd of Carte Ave. Alderman H K Delevan recovers from grip to resume duties. Thomas Langan resumes Delaware and Hudson work after a month away. Abraham MacCleary returns home from two weeks with sister Mrs J M Graves in Lancaster. Miss Katie Mullen travels to Archbald from Lincoln Ave for ill mother care.
Jermyn and Peckville residents hosted a large social gathering Tuesday evening at Mr and Mrs W T Roberts on Main Street. Guests included Jermyn and Peckville neighbors and relatives with refreshments served. Also noted: funeral for Thomas Champion set for Sunday. illness and travel mentions involving Mrs John Smith Mrs Henry Smaliacombe Mrs Casate Mayne and others.
The ninth anniversary of the Olyphant Conclave of Heptasophs was celebrated with about 250 members and guests. A banquet at Winkely Baptist church featured a turkey dinner and festooned tables, followed by toasts on Our Conclave The Press The Ladies Our Sister Conclave Our Order and Our Order.
In Peckville Zebulon Vanderburg suffers a fractured ankle and hip bruise after an Ontario mines accident. The Clark family on Brook Street battles mumps and grip while Mrs Callender visits Tioga relatives. The Blakely Social Club enjoyed a Monday evening hosted by Miss Sara Lillbridge as Mr and Mrs Will James contend with the grip. FP Peek remains absent on Niagara business.
A man and his wife spend the winter at Maidens Virginia reporting a delightful season and improved health for him while Mrs Warfield, living with her daughter Mrs William Babcock, lies near collapse and may not survive the night. Dr J B Grover, confined by illness, plans to resume practice today.
Mrs. Dalton of Moscow plans a visit to Mrs. John Swartz as she recovers from illness. Mrs. W. A. Dean visited relatives in Scranton. Miss Flmma Decker suffers pneumonia. many primary pupils miss school due to measles. Mr. W. Clark Dean has joined a U.S. Navy lab in Norfolk. A Sunday School class surprise honored Prof C. B. Hangren. attendees included Mildred Smith and others. A Baptist church show by Hitch school graduates set for Feb 2 with 1 cent admission. temperance service to be held at the Methodist church next Sunday with Mrs. Wolvey as speaker. Dr. James W. Putnam finished a stereopticon lecture series in the Baptist church praising scenery of Nome, Paris, and the Land of the Pharaohs. Locals plan Montrose attendance for a DL&W railroad lawsuit at La Plume. Weatheriny hosted guests Miss Plow and Mrs. Fred Green. Miss Hattie Jackson travels home to East Lenox for a few days. Mrs. Kraemer ill with grip. Rev. James W. Putnam dined with the Snyders. a school board caucus held with candidates Conn Ellen Vireyrots, Marshall Finn and others.
Martin Cheaterfield relocates family to North Price street after leaving Lincoln street. A Republican primary in the second ward yields Porborough audi tor John Sirwatka Henry Hager Joseph Moore and James Watkine as election participants with William Logan as judge of election. Logan, injured recently by a mule in Storrs ming, is improving at Moers Taylor hospital. John Wesley castle Knights of the Golden Eagle plans a regular session tonight. Edward Lear opens a Dickson City shop opposite the Lloyd House offering miners Blacksmith services.
East Lemon resident J I B Riker visited relatives in Clark's Summit. Mrs Azor Philo learns of sister Mrs John Jones's death in Park Place. Rev C H Reynolds is homebound with grip. A citizens' caucus in Schilling's hall on Feb 2 at 7 40 a m will elect two supervisors two school directors one auditor one town treasurer one town clerk and one assessor.
In the First ward on Tuesday evening town council candidate Thomas McMillan and school director W. C. Drake led. Other offices listed include register of voters James Brown assessors D. D. Davin judge Thomas Gimmell inspector Alex. McKingle. In the Third ward school directors were E. W. Corby and John Deans with Peter Weir as register of voters Al. Smith as assessor and Peter Hamlin as judge of election. Mrs James Frown visited her daughter Mrs Ahmed Wilson of Hyde Park. Mrs Richmond of Scranton visits her sister Mrs George Peart.
Mary Scherer of Union Street marries William J. Davis at Green Ridge Presbyterian Church. They plan a wedding tour to New York and will settle on North Main Street after returning. A busy community scene follows with obituaries, events, and local concerns noted in the town.
Hallstead unfolds a string of social visits and notices from January. Misa May Baldwin hosted Binghamton friends, while Mr and Mrs Leslie Alney entertained in Binghamton. The Y M C A hall hosted two performances of Mrs Jarley’s Wax Works to raise funds, drawing 47.50 in receipts. Community members attended church and meetings, with town residents traveling to Binghamton and Newark for various engagements.
On DuBois street Miss Hazel Ross was feted by friends with a reception Monday evening at the home of Miss Ross. The event featured a fine program of vocal and instrumental music, followed by refreshments. Miss Ross plans to return soon to the Conservatory of Music in New York City for the winter term.
In Factoryville on January 3, residents report a strong grip of illness with both doctors confined to homes. The Masonite lodge plans a Feb 6 banquet in Odd Fellows hall. Dr. A T Brundage visited and attended William Belcher's funeral. Miss Julia B Cruser will headline a Methodist church entertainment. Paulowna Rebekah lodge will confer the Rebekah degree next Tuesday with a social to follow, guests from Tunkhannock unable to attend due to sickness. Alfred Sherwood and Alice Taylor wed in Binghamton last Monday and will reside in Jermyn. John Wagner of Shupp Hill lost a team and wagon in Oxbow pond while pulling ice. Ernest Wagner nearly drowned in a rescue attempt.
The Evening Post reports a leading bank president states the new British war loan will probably be wholly placed abroad. Announcement on loan details is delayed until after the queen's funeral, with financiers expecting a resumption of negotiations next week. Bankers foresee portions of notes may be issued at home if the exchequer approves.
A brief note advertises a remedy claiming swift relief from the grip in two days. The text mentions a laxative and a purported remover but provides no verifiable details or expert sourcing.
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