Five Aid Requests Shown at Poor Board Meeting
The poor board met with a rare small turnout of five relief applicants amid winter. Mary Swift of 415 Pheipe street cited extreme need for rent coal and food as she cared for three children. Julia Witkowski and Mary Petrush also faced hardship and were referred to the director for immediate relief. P. J. Morris was admitted to the home. Superintendent Beemer reported 65 inmates as of January 21 with mixed mental health classifications.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Swift
Pheipe Street
Julia Witkowski
Mary Petrush
Newstreet
P. J. Morris
Railfrond Avenue
Bee
Testimony on Mental Capacity in Will Objections
A hearing before the register of wills examined many witnesses on W. Roester's mental state before death. Some testified he lacked capacity while others asserted he was sound enough to dispose of his property. The doctor and several acquaintances offered opinions, and the record notes that on February 11 findings will be requested from both sides.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Register of Wills
W. Roester
Jacob Ritter
Mr. Roesler
Woodruff
Roesler
A. J. Nye
Joseph Bloch
A. J. Colborn
Charles Rodriguez
Josale
Meta Rodriguez
W. B. Foote
W. Kramer
H. Coursen
F.C. Hall
West Scranton
Noesler
Edward Siebecker
Frank Moyer
Ross
South Abington
Charles Cocker
Frank Snoble
W. S. Dick
Roester
Funeral of E J Leonard Draws Large Attendees
The funeral of the late E J Leonard was largely attended yesterday from 735 Madison Avenue. Rev P J Gough held a requiem at St Peter's Cathedral before the remains were moved to Cathedral Cemetery for interment. Pallbearers included M J Kelly John Murray Tt N Roche A E Haggerty John H Clark and J B Corcoran.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. J. Leonard
Madison Avenue
Deceugeed
P. J. Gough
St. Peter's Cathedral
Cathedral
M. J. Kelly
John Murray
Tt. N. Roche
A. E. Haggerty
John H. Clark
J. B. Corcoran
Candlemass Day Observances Across Scranton Diocese
Today marks Candlemas Day in the Scranton diocese with all Roman Catholic churches celebrating the Feast of Purification. Beeswax candles will be blessed for divine services. non beeswax candles are not blessed. A high Mass is scheduled at the Cathedral at 8 o'clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton Diorche
Severnmureest
Hiv
Geal Wall
Clarke
Philadelphis
Thix
Eltgant
Scranton Railway Company
New York
Philadelphia
Scranton Railway Wage Dispute Quarrel Persists With Philadelphia Delegates
Union delegates Shea and Barrett remain missing after traveling to Philadelphia to confer with President Clarke on wage scales and union recognition. Locals fear delays as shipyard cars remain stalled, while a public statement denounces management delays and urges support for the striking workforce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Shea
Barrett
Philadelphia
Clarke
Wrestlers Dwyer and Dover-Pantello Match Proposed in Letter
John Piening of 412 Amsterdam Ave New York writes June 20 proposing a two out of three falls bout with Dwyer or Pantello for a purse of 2100 to 00. He seeks matches versus Murry Parker in Broton or New York with catch wrestling rules and a possible rematch if defeated. He claims only one prior defeat to Maul Tom and offers options in New York or other cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Don Fritt
Othe Dover
Wen
Maul Tom
Apain
Lempure
Cateh
Qraces-ftenan
New
Yor Elty
John Pioning
Amsterdam Ave
New Gas Company Formed in Local Capital Park
A group of noted local capitalists forms the Conaumora Gas Company and seeks a city franchise to lay mains under streets. The firm plans to supply gas only to the city and nearby towns at rates lower than the current provider, prompting opposition to the franchise.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conauimora’ Gas Company
Understom
Dunmore
Ex Priest Dillonis Speaks After Citywide Prohibition
After repeated bans by Mayor Corcoran, Lithuanian ex priest Rev. Dillonis finally addresses a Paterson audience at Booths Hall. An injunction restrained police interference, a warrant over perjury was resolved with bail posted by George Weir, and the crowd heard a bilingual talk on Faith Hope and Love amid orderly, attentive listening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittaten
Rev
Dillontis
Kev
Divlonis
Nas
Corcoran
Dillonfs
Corcoan
Leneh
Dillonis
Booth
Barrett
Dillons
Dillonia
George Weir
Dillon
Country
Thor
Liberty
Woman Dies After Home Fire Likely Accident
Thelweon Menges 43 died in a house blaze early today in Hartishire. Police believe she tried to light a lamp while intoxicated and her clothing caught fire. A coroner s jury ruled death caused by her own negligence. Clinton Houck, a blacksmith with her, was arrested and later released.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hartishire
Fab le-Mre
Thelweon Menges
Specialty Disease of Women Consultation at Globe Store
A brief notice announces Dr. Treverton offers women’s disease consultations in Room 1 over the Globe store with hours from 1 to Aleopom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Over Globe
Treverton
Memorial Service Honors Queen Victoria at St Luke's
A large congregation filled St Luke's Episcopal Church on Wyoming Avenue for a memorial service honoring Queen Victoria. Rev Francis Bateman preached a tribute focusing on the queen herself, noting her steadfast rule and devotion to Bible and prayer book. Bauer's band and the choir led the service with Handel and final hymns, followed by a procession and benediction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bauer
F. R. Bateman
Green Ridge
Queen Victoria
St. Luke's Epiacomil
Wyoming Avenue
Song of St. George
St. Andrew's Society
Scranton Lodge of Caledonians
Clerey
BL. Houghton
Francis R. Hateman
M. B. Nash
F. S. Ballentine
Z. Mellemry
Rogers Tara
Jeu
Mare
Israel
Ballentine
Francis K. Bat
Mww
Jie
Bateman
England
Constantinople
Victoria
Saul
Stanilying
Fine business for sale in Scranton
One of the finest oldest commercial houses in Scranton seeks buyer. Advertising a return of 1,000 to 5,000 yearly on a capital of 10 with little work. W. T. Hackett at Price Building in charge. Also a confidential great fruit sale offering 100 boxes California oranges at 2 cents per dozen, 290 per box, Coursen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton
Baltimore
W&e
W. T. Hackett
Price Building
California
Wanted at Once: Two Dry Goods Salesmen Sought
Two experienced dry goods salesmen are wanted at Finley’s store located at 510 Lackawanna Avenue. Immediate employment offered with steady hours and sales targets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Finley's
Fle Lackawanna Avenue
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Washington Ave
Third National Bank
United States Depositary
Resources
Banking House Cash and Reserve
U. S
William Conskell
Westy Belin
William H. Perce
Lam
Gand & Leon Arcade
Robert van Schoick
Tie Noth
American Fineneieting Company
L.R. D
Wales
Portheart
Dv Valley
W. B. Donaldson
Cheerver
P. Clouily
P. Clowly
Register of Wills Kach
Roester Will
Florida
E. G
Coursen
Lackawanna Avenue
Boranton Railway Company
Chirke
Yeanerday
Guy's Hotel
Rayket
Scratton
Worning
Delaware and Flintson Railroad
Savine and Evans
Tle Unsion
Carpenters' Hall
Lackawanna Valley
Aomenil
Warnest
Amerind
Hie
Seratten Railway Company
Conhjyetens
Wilfries Tlen
Sonantin Railway Company
Fuova
Sinan
Marke
Uhen
Moneger Silliman
Silliman
Sillimar
Philadelpila
Prudential Insurance Company of America
Prudential
Barne
Dwyer
John Piening
New York City
Amsterdam Avenue
NEW Gas Company
Consumers’ Gas Company
Pittston
Rebecca Menges
Harrisburg
ST. Luke's
Meet
Albert
Duke of
Coburg
Blatomwan
Quainr Victorda
Hochland
Lord Palmerston
Ruary
Mylo
King William Scotch
Casey Brothers
Lackawanna ‘Ave
Pennsylvania
Telephone and Supply CO
Adams Avenue
Workington
Conrad
Duchoie
Erly
Mink Cape
Marlin Cape
Ine Ghep
Martin Cape
F Inch Deep
Beaver Cape
Martin
Caer
Mason & Hamlin Co
Mason & Hamlin
Mons Moszkobwei
Articto Sirisch
Europe
EMI Pate
Conferion Mussinonia Orchestra
Mew
Work City
Powell & CO
Pierce's Market
Penn Avenue
W. H. Pierce
Penne Ave
Lackawanna Ave
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