Social and reception notes on West Side events
Passing events of the day note Mrs A Sayles entertaining at home on Rebecca Avenue and a large tenth anniversary reception at the Bayles residence. Guests listed include Bayley Carbondale and Peckville families. Morris may resign from Rev Reese Jones, and a social program with the Dickson Banjo club is announced for Feb 13 at Mears hall. John Courter Morris offered editorial post at Elyria paper.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rebecca Avenue
John Courier
Morris
Reese G. Jones
Albert Bayles
Ara
Richard R. Jones
David FE. Reese
David Jones
Charles Tabor
Mirs
Wiliam Reese
Benjamin Lewis
Richard Morgans
Simon Thomas
Aire
Bayley
Carbondale
Fields
James Smith
William Jones
Richard Foster
John Hughes
John Thomas
David Evans
Thomas Miles
George Sayers
John Foster
T. Sayers
Hme
2Ward Colling
Harry Phillips
J. A. Collins
James Jamison
John Reese
Morton
Harriet Sayers
Peckville
Lizzie Jones
Sarah Reese
Mary Meese
Elete Hughes
Mary Bowen
Ala Sayers
Mary Harrett
Miss Dandow
Eva Husthes
Ella Bundel
Meesers
WI Marsh
Will Morton
Sellnworth Evans
Earl Morgans
Nathaniel Davies
Daniel Coleman
Thomas Hughes
Elyria
John Courter Morris
Washburn
Mr. Morris
Notable West Side residents face moves and local events
A West Side literary figure may move to Taylor for a new editor position, leaving friends and a local circle. Miss Emilie Evans hosts Miss Margaret Williams at a North Hyde Park avenue home with games and music. The Sumner Avenue Presbyterian church considers Rev. Besse G. Jones’s resignation, likely prompting a Taylor pastorate. Nellie Beatt and Thomas OConnor wed at St Patrick's with reception to follow. Local notes report visits, meetings of Republican league, and a George and Martha Washington entertainment planned for Feb 21 at Sumey Avenue church. Funeral notices for Thomas Monahan and Mrs. Lewis, plus a look at West Side businesses and services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Side
The
Ciitle
Morris
West Side Circle
Mr. Morris
Emilie Evans
James A. Evans
Hyde Park Avenue
Margaret Williams
Johnstown
Miss Evans
Sumner Avenue Presbyterian Church
Besse G. Jones
Resaleel Davies
Jones
Taylor
A. Tt. Holmes
South Main Avenue
Audenrial
Michael Tierney
Pittsburg
B. Qallesher
Luzerme Street
Harriet McNulty
Pittston
Republican League of the West Side
South Malin Avenue
George and
Martha Washington
Sumey Avenue Presbyterian Church
Robert Morris Lodge
Order of American True Tvorites
Masonic Hall
Mary Jones
North
Plymouth Congregational Church
Welsley
Thomas Monahan
Eynon Street
St. Patrick's Church
Hyde Park Catholic
Hone
Thomas J. Lewis
Deckers Court
Cymmdorian Choral Society
Tabernacle Congregational Church
Washburn Street
Rheumatism Cured in a Day by Mystic Core
A dubious health claim promotes a “Mystic Core” remedy for rheumatism and neuralgia. It asserts the treatment acts instantly on the root cause, with immediate relief after the first dose. Advertised by Carl Lovens, druggist, Scranton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Lovens
Drugetst
Scranton
James Richardson Known Across South Side Dies on Ohio Railroad
James Richardson, long known as Morris Ridge, was killed Dec 27 near a central Ohio town while trackwalking. His brother in Pittston Ave identified him by tattoo marks and a large scar after the body was exhumed. Richardson, a son-in-law of Patrick Corcoran, was well known for a gruff yet kind nature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Richardson
Ua Morris Ridge
Ohio
Thomas E Richardson
Pittston Avenue
James Richmond
Scranton
Mr. Richardson
Richardson
Patrick Corcoran
Cedar Avenue
How to Make Glass Sparkle with Careful Cleaning
Instructions advise washing in warm soapy water rinsing in hot not boiling water drying in a warm pan then drying with sawdust and brushing with a soft brush rubbing with chamois to achieve a sparkling finish. The guidance emphasizes time and patience for lasting shine.
Castoria Ad Jingle Through Ages
Nostalgic verse recalls Castoria across stages of childhood from infancy to motherhood. The refrain links the product to care through generations, implying a lasting brand presence.
Mayor and District Chief Discuss Frozen Hydrants Action
Mayor Connell and District Fire Chief Surdam met to plan immediate measures for frozen hydrants across the city. Officials favor steam drilling only on hydrants known to be frozen, fearing good hydrants may freeze after opening in severe weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Connell
Surdam
Tribune
North Notes And Local Visits In Northumberland
A dime entertainment will be held at Asbury Methodist church tonight. Mrs. Tr Ms. Wilson of East Market street visits her daughter in Northumberland. Miss Mary E Brainard of Green Ridge sails for three months aboard City of Paris. Ladies Aid of Primitive Methodist to meet at Mrs. J Morgan Deacon Street. Friends of John K Jones of Parker street seek subscriptions after his house was destroyed by the Wednesday fire. Primitive Methodist church to meet Tuesday about raising funds to foreclose the mortgage in June with Miss Margaret Lewis William Hartshorn and Rev Daniel Savage among the speakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asbury Methodist Episcopal Church
Ms. Wilson
East Market Street
Northumberland
Mary E. Brainard
Green Ridge
Paris
Vielt
Iu. Ropi
Ladies’ Aid Society
The
Primitive Methodist Church
Mra. J. Morgan
Deacon Street
John K. Jones
Parker Street
Margaret Lewis
William
Hejohn
William Brown
James Hartshorn
Daniel Savage
Railroading Notes and Economic Shifts Across Lines
The Erie and Western shops closed briefly to cut costs while Debs plans a post release eastward tour. Delaware and Hudson docks at Honesdale hold 8,000 tons of coal as Ontario and Western reports January earnings up. Baltimore double track tunnel finished at cost over 6 million, saving sixteen minutes between Washington and New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erie and Western
Debs
Delaware and Hudson
Honesdale
George BE. Sturtevant
F. N. Chase
Boston and Mualne
Pacifc
Prilonger
Lehigh Valley
Wilkes-Barre
Easton
Ontario
Pearsall
J. 2. Treach
A. H. Meters
Berry
Nicholson Methodist Episcopal Church
Scranton
Baltimore
Baltimore and Ohio
Washington
New York
West Hie
Ontario and Western
Woulden Dvision
Delaware, Lackawanna and Weatern
Indelible Marking Property of Aluminium on Glass Described
The text notes that aluminium used as a panell can leave an indelible mark on glass and other siliceous bases. A deposition occurs and the mark, though removable by a wash, cannot be erased by rubbing or washing. It suggests various practical decorating applications.
A Mother's Brave Death in Priceburg Fire
A blaze at 2 am on Main Street Priceburg killed Mrs Joseph Choperinski and her 1 year old daughter Mary, burned the family and left six people homeless. The fire spread through two adjacent houses causing frostbite and severe burns among children Annie 15 Fanny 13 and Eva 1, while Choperinski and his wife tried to reach safety. Neighbors and local officials recovered charred remains four hours after the fire and investigated possible causes including an overheated stove or lamp explosion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Choperingki
Mary
Pricer
Anthony Aclenski
Choperiisil
Eis Honda
Ars
Eva
Iniek
Iris
Nnie
Fanny
Hanes
Q. W. Bilheimer
George Snyder
Tc. Miller
Albert Kleve
Andrew Miller
John Kriushank
Texas
George Sosnowski
Klod
John Krieger
Cha
Choperingki
Priceburg
Jermyn's
Priceburg Fire Company
Menarest
Tre Company
Fremen
Professional cards list local doctors and lawyers in Beranton area
Dr G Edgar Dean has moved to 616 Spruce street Beranton Pa opposite Court House Square. Dr A J Connell office on Washington Ave cor Spruce St over Francke's drug store with hours 10 12 am 2 4 and 6 30 7 pm Sundays 3 pm. Alfred Hand and William J Hand attorneys Commonwealth Building Room 15 20. T Okell attorney Coal Exchange Scranton. I J Killam attorney Wyoming Ave Heranton. JMC Rance 16 Wyoming Ave. C G Laurach surgeon dentist No 15 Wyoming Ave. RM Stratton Coal Exchange Office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Edgar Dean
Spruce Street
Beranton
Ust
Court House Square
A. J. Connell
Washington Avenue
Cor
Francke
Winiyat
Alfred Hand
William J. Hand
Common
Rogme 15
W. F. Boy
Burr Building
T. Okell
Coal Exchange
Scranon
Bang
Edgar
Scranton
Ati
Tu Kawai Ave
P. P. Smith
Gowand i Commonwealth Building
C R Patcher
Linw
Commonwealth Building
New York
Newark
Elisabeth
Mauch Chunk
Allentown
Pene Hem
Peatee
Philadelphia
Ocean Grove
Reading
Lebanon
Hastsburgs
Pottsville
New Yor
Liberty Street
North River
Foxpress
Piladelphia
Ime
J. H. Olhausen
Scranton Scranton and Western train schedules published
timetable details for express and accommodation trains to Easton Trenton Philadelphia Washington and other points with connections at Buffalo Northumberland Nanticoke and Wilkes Barre. mentions Pullman services and city ticket offices for ALGL Smith at 28 Lackawanna avenue and depot station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gates
Philadelphia
Ney
York
St. A T
Pittston
Wilkes
Barre
R. B
Scranton
White Haven
Haszleton
Pottsville
Beaver Meadow
Tihee W.K
Bethlehem
Baston
Reading
Harrisburg
Us Pointes
Oeah
Win D
W. Ft
Lip
Tunkhannock
Towanda
Elmira
Ithaca
Geneva
Pullman Putlor
L. V
L. & B. Junction
Wilkes-Barre
New York
Buffalo
Suspension Bridge
Easton
Trenton
Philadelphhia
Washington and Way
Cortland
Syracuse
Oswescue
Richield Springs
Bath Dam
Northumberland
Wilken- Barre
Plymouth
Bloomsburg
Danville
Willamsport
Baltimore
Washington
Nanticoke
Algl. Smith
City
Lackawanna Avenue
Judge Will Meet Him An Answer to Car Carroll Challenge
James Judge of the South Side responds to boxing challenger Jack Carroll of Brooklyn. Judge will fight Carroll at 138 to 144 pounds if Carroll proves the bout is genuine and for a worthy purse. Judge’s ring exploits are well known and he is ready when Carroll provides funds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Car Carrol
Brooklyn
Tribune
Jack Carroll
James Judge
South Side
Mr. Carrall
Judge
Carroll
Also Mentioned on This Page
Luge Bros. Cash Stores
Main Avenue
Stowers Hams
Mrs. A. Sayles
Mears’ Hall
Dickson Banjo, Mandolin and Guitar Club
Dickson Hanjo Club
Tew Herbert
Arthur B. Morse
Julia Allen
Stanley Swarts
Dickson Banjo Club
Dora Metegar
St. Patrick's
Mise Nellie Beatt
Jackson Street
Thomas O'Connor
J. B Whelan
Mary Leonard
Michael Hennigan
Convine
Stanner'a Mhoto
South Main Avene
Norah Main Avenue
Grochrins
WL Mason & Co
Routh Main Avenue
Second Wand
J. Klag
Audivon Street
Wall
Fred Reynolds
Fm North Main Avenue
William JD. Griffiths
North Main Avenue
N. FE
Davis
Sourth Main Avenue
Clarke’s
Hood
News OF the
Peron
Young Woman's Christian Association
Barber Asphalt
Lackawanna Iron and Steel Company
Young Women’s Christian Association
Barn H. Ripple
Milslit
de Acla
J. Suter
Y. Woc
Brelnman
J. McLieod
Bos
Bertha Alwenndy Thay
Wake
Holt
Edward Lang
Uone
South Side Board of Trade
Dt Ofelock
Lawinds of Trustees
Fruvhanahol
Daby
Alek
Castoria
Miss
Thorn Castor
the Tribune
Scranton Tribune
Penn Avenue
Dunmore Doings
Ousterhout
Riggs Street
Pride of
Valley Castle
Noiehta
Golden Eagle
Scranton Stoye Works
Worl
Dunmore
Odd Fellows’ Hall
Order
Odd Pellows
News OF the Railroads
Ie Wat
Pis
Joseph Choperinski
Orabe
John Yankofski
Andrew Kolick
Louis Verhingski
Michael Yangliski
Desoote
J. A. Kelley
Chowerinski
Physicians and Surgeons
W. J. Allien
Joan L. Wentz
Offichs
BS Commonwealth Building
Madivon Ave
DK. Kay
Penn Ave
Edtl
James W
Oakford
Attornet-Law
Rodme
Comegys
D. B. Replogle
Norotiated
Om Real Estate Security
Boruchiet
J. F. Killam
Wyoming Ave
Heranton
JMC
RANCE
Echoo
Lackawanna
Collee
Ueneue
Jhe
Thomas M, Cann
Walter H, Buell
Worcester
Adame Avenue
William A. Taft
Odontathreapla
Republic Savings and Our Association
Callender
Dime Bank Durlldirige
GR. Clark & CO
Syaanington Avenue
Ereen House
Shore
Grand Union Traco
Jonesbros
Jos
ELK Cafe
P. Zuggler
Westamnster Hotel
N. Anable
Troprietor
Bixteenth Sl
Broadway
Union Square
Scranton House
Dd, L
Panasawer Depot
Victor Koch
Architects
Davis & W ‘On
Storch
Commonwealth Bwanding
B. L. Walter
Brown & Mabius
Price
Hauer
N. J. Bauer
Hulbert
Megarger Brothers
Washington Ave
Sorattoh
Capouse Ave
Foote, Agt
Frank P. Brown & CO
Witole
West Lackawanna Ave
Rollin HF
Wilsh R
Chas
Lee
Pass
Philo
W. Nonnemacher
Delaware and Hudson Railroad
New Lack
Awa
Avenue Station
Farview
Waymart
Albany
Saratoga
Adirondacks
Montreal
Law, Co
Truia
Intermediate Point
Fayer
Garatoga
Wilkes-Harre
A.m
Cra
Traina
Sunda
Franklin St
West
42Nd
Weehawken
Lew
Hancock Duc Hanwcock
Preston Parl
Como Burntaile
Belmont Pleasant
Uniondale
White
Mayfield
Jermyn Archibald Winton
Vlekow
Park Pine
Tod
Gen
T. Fittcroft
Die ‘Pons
Agt
Weste
Iro i
Rsd
Erie and
Wyoming Valley
Hawley
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