This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 30 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1902
Page
2
The notice lists Delaware and Hudson Railroad timetable details for Carbondale dated November 1 1901. It notes trains between Wilkes Barre and Carbondale via Beranton and Keranton with arrival and departure times and Sunday train service.
The notice outlines Septembr 17 timetable details for Scranton and Carbondale routes with morning departures and connections for New York. It mentions trains leaving for points north and arrivals from Scranton, including times around 1.10 am and 6 pm, with weekend and weekday adjustments and connections to nearby lines.
Partial timetable shows trains to Binghamton New York City Buffalo Susquehanna and western points with connections. Notable times include 1.10 p.m for Susquehanna and a Sunday service excepted, with arrivals around 8:05 a.m and 6:40 a.m Friday.
Representatives for a bowling alley firm visited Williams of the American House, urging installation at the hotel amid strong local interest. Williams leans to the plan, with drummers at the hotel already asking to bowl, and Scranton enthusiasts eager to boost the sport’s popularity and competition against Carbondale rivals.
A Dayton woman spent three weeks with a friend last winter using Postum Coffee as a beverage and food. The friend noted its appeal and health benefits after moving away from traditional coffee. The woman later served Postum to her husband, who preferred it and never returned to coffee. The claim is attributed to Postum Co., Battle Creek, Michigan.
Thomas Connell urged women to take a deeper interest in the total abstinence cause. Toastmaster Campbell and J Norman Gelder delivered engaging remarks blending humor and seriousness. Proposals included forming a women's auxiliary. M J Murphy and Martin T O Malley spoke briefly. Committee members credited: M J Horan Mark R Campbell Thomas F Connell Joh Pidgeon Joseph Kilpatrick.
The late Peter McCarthy was honored by a vast Mayfield turnout as his funeral proceeded from Popular Street at 10 o clock to Sacred Heart Church for a requiem Mass. Rev. Jeremiah Dunn preached a moving sermon and offered condolences to the family. A. O. H. and firemen led the cortege, Bakers Union and others sent floral tributes, and burial followed at Calvary Cemetery. A city-tome tribute noted by many attended from nearby towns.
Local column lauds Thoms Battle for street light ordinance improving curb appeal and safety on Scott and Hospital streets. It also promotes General John Gordon's upcoming Grand lecture, noting Confederate ties, civic unity, and encouragement for schoolchildren to attend.
The firm enlarged its facilities tomanufacture gas heaters and appliances on a large scale. It has secured numerous orders in the Black River region, straining current plant capacity. W. R. Johnson, ex master mechanic of the Delaware and Hudson shops, will become general manager of the new foundry and machine shops, signaling major plans as he returns from Allis-Chalmers in Seronton to Carbondale.
The Mitchell Hare company plans a March banquet to celebrate a decade in its history. Officers for the coming year have been elected including President T. Campbell, Secretary J. G B. Rowlson, Treasurer A. W. Letts, foreman Thomas Herbert, and assistant foreman Fred Bailey.
The Frankie Stock company drew a good reception at the Grind for a three night run with a Saturday matinee of My Friend from ITaalia. Miss Gendell drew crowds with her performance and the bill included entertaining specialties. The opera house was crowded. Tonight McKee Rankin's Forty-Nine border drama will be shown, followed by amateur vaudeville numbers in a talent contest.
The engagement of Miss Mstelle Loomis to Portia in a New York company producing The Merchant of Venice is announced. Friends in this city had seen her in Our New Minister and noted her talent was underutilized in that role.
A strong cast presents the pastoral drama Our New Minister at the Grand for a return engagement Monday night. The play offers a forceful, liberal view by portraying life in the narrow minded town of Hard Scrabble Vermont, praised by those who saw it on New Year’s Day.
Miss May Sirs daughter of Mr and Mrs Eli Bivs of Washington street has been advanced and will depart for Chicago to direct the newly opened western branch of Mills music publishing house in New York City. Friends extend best wishes for continued success.
The text notes seating arrangements at a caliere with a rate of ten cents per seat. No additional names places or dates are provided.
A sleighing party of twelve couples was hosted Wednesday night at the home of Mr and Mrs Joseph J Dela van on Oak Avenue. Music and games entertained guests before a luncheon following the trip.
Tonight's Paleatine commandery meeting will escort the right eminent grand commander to the asylum as a ceremonial exercise. A luncheon will follow the exercise.
A Carbondale visit records J T Skelly of Honesdale and others passing through. Thomas V Nealon enjoyed a sleigh ride to Archbald. Landscape artist T E Dillon of Scranton toured the city. Misses Cella and Dora Butly visited Scranton from Seventh Avenue. Director H A Purple attended Heptasoph exercises in Archbold. Singer Machine Co representative Lawrence Little did a business trip to Scranton. Colonel T A Waties of Scranton, Republican gubernatorial candidate, stayed briefly. Nellie Duggan of Dunmore attended Knights of Mother Mathew events and stayed with Carbondale friends. Mrs J J Burris in New York for Graham Alumni meeting. will visit Dr Paxton in Princeton before returning.
Welsh Congregational church to host a basket social next Tuesday evening with public attendance invited. A Mayfield hotel youth is seriously ill with pneumonia. H P Mead & Son consider moving out of town. Rev. Moore of Avoca to lead Primitive Methodist services starting next week. James Timlin’s condition improves slightly. Local residents visited Timlin at home. Ladies Ald Society of the Congregational church met at Mireloch James home. Baptists report continued large attendance at services. Stephen Whitmore bought twenty oil gravity passenger cars for Crystal Lake stock to serve visitors next summer.
The funeral was held from her Susquehanna Street home with a large procession to the Susquehanna Street Baptist Church. Rev George Hague led the service and the choir performed. Burial followed at Union Cemetery with lodge members and local deacons in attendance. Out of town mourners included several named relatives from Hyde Park and Taylor. Also announced is a stage adaptation of Marie Corelli's Thelnu with the Pather Mathew company at the opera house and Thursday’s attraction The Furat Mull.
Members of the Carbondale Cycle Club bid farewell to Harry Briggs who departs for Washington D C to enter business life. A reception is held at the club rooms with a house committee planned program. Briggs is a popular member and many regrets follow his leaving.
The Pralestine commandery Knights and junior orders of American Mechanics, Lockawhinn encampment, and Odd Fellows hold gatherings tonight. Local members are urged to attend for updates and community activities.
The diagram for the Gordon Lecture titled The Taist Days of the Confederacy by General Gordon will be displayed at Reynolds Drug Store this evening. Checks will be distributed at 7:80 and Hagin will open ten minutes later. The event aims to attract young listeners despite interruptions.
Smothering a cough with a hand offers no cure medicines only mask symptoms. Scott's Emulsion claims to cure old and deep rooted coughs by replacing inflamed throat and lung tissue with healthy tissue. It promises a thorough restoration and invites readers to send for a free sample from Scott & Downes, Chemistry, 409 Pearl Street, New York.
Peckville residents attended a large fair at Wilson Fire Company with a strong display of community support for D. T. Lewis, a respected local figure running for justice of the peace. The event featured a well received program by the Nuy Aug Quartette and a solo performance.
A promotional piece extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a universal remedy. It cites testimonials from patients with throat pain neuralgia rheumatism and stomach trouble who say the medicine restored health after long illness. The article urges early use and offers free medical advisories and a medical book.
The Temple Tron company gave the breaker boys at its Bterrick Creek colliery a sleigh ride last evening. Three large sleighs carried many youngsters to Carbondale where they enjoyed good things to eat and attended the opera after the trip.
Reports from North Main street celebrate Mabel Davis turning eight with a birthday party. Firemen’s Relief meeting urged at Taylor Hose No. 1. Engagement announced for Miss Kate Winters to Lewis Jenkins of West Scranton. Lackawanna company plans coal miner employment changes. No. 1 school pupils enjoyed a Providence sleigh ride with teachers Miss Mackenzie, Morris, Evans. Obsequies for Mrs. Jones at Oliphant noted with former resident Mim Jones. Golden Eagle club of Old Forge set banquet and concert in Holland’s, February 1. Costume march led by Noah Williams. rehearsal Monday. Mrs. Rachel Thomas of Old Forge recovering from broken leg. Oscar, son of Mrs. Liewellyon, sprained arm at No. 1 school. Silk factories busy with orders. Mr. and Mrs. Leste Fratchie attend funeral of Edward Fratchie in Towanda. Mrs. Thomas Howells visiting Jermyn and Dundall. Miss Ethel Reese returns from Carbondale. Mrs. George Taylor visits relatives on Afpin street. George Frederic of Stroudsburg visits. John Shiekls withdraws council bid on Citizens ticket. Taylor Howe No. 4 masquerade ball at Weckar’s Pink described as novel and enjoyable.
The pattern of northern winter travel to milder southern climates is stronger this year with rail and other carriers reporting full capacity. The Southern Railway expands with a new palatial Palm Limited service starting mid January linking New York to popular resort destinations.
The Southern Railway reports strong demand for its New York to Florida and Washington to the South routes. Trains run full with sleeping cars added to meet demand as travelers flock to Myrtle resorts and Gulf coast spots. The Sunset Limited connection at New Orleans boosts southern travel to resorts like Finehurst and Hot Springs, with Tampa and St Augustine popular gateways. For details contact District Passenger Agent Charles Hopkins in Philadelphia.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.