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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1902

Page

11

West Scranton Club League May Be Formed

The Eleatic City Wheelmen discuss forming a 16 team league to lift bowling spirit. Read list of prospective members across districts such as Patagonias and Mainie Avenues with names like Frank Stuart, Harry Manrins, Walter Dines, and Don Duncan Tall. Officers Edward Williams and Thomas Evans jailed on assault charge against Edward Bryant.

Lackawanna Council Royal Arcanum Edward Williams Thomas Evans Edward Bryant Eleatric Lonong Lst Kirst Woo Williamd Vronk Dope Sam MtcCnieten Marc Davis Mowird Will Dil Owens Thom Sitarregh Teewan Lifayettes Arihue Staver Sune Jones Frank Stuart Harry Manrins Luther ‘Thomar Weat Pathe Carpenter Stiles Meaty Wil William Men Lier Wy Hy Hughes Suth Hyde Park Avenue Arl Davie Walter Diasti Areli McCracken Will Mell George ‘Titinaten North Tivde Tirk Avenue Walter Dines Daser Jone Ben Allen Adolph Briming Jar Frat Keli Patagonias Will Lewis V. Williama Tylitris Pred Vivans Herbert Chalfield Mhyaiians—De We Jewlonil Dityies Po Sivappliry Oy I Tho Raymond Hr. Fern Lawvom C. Ro Pitelier Tansdels John HL. Fellows John RR. Bawls Mainie Avenues Clarénes Thoroy Murry Th Thevies Gus Eynon George Howell Rouben Staple Central City Doncan Tall Gus Weinss Dory McCracken Wile Seagraves

Royal Areanum Council Installs Officers in Last Night Meeting

A Lackawanna council meeting concluded with the installation of newly-elected officers by District Deputy Grand Regent W. O W. Berry. Installed were Regent W. A. Browning, vice-regent BE. W. Thayer, orator Will Luce, and secretary.

Lackawanna Council Royal Areanum W. O W. Berry W. A. Browning BE. W. Thayer Will Luce

Smoker Held After Installation Addresses Delivered

Walter Bevan collector George Hynon treasurer Victor Lauer and others attended a smoker held after the installation where short addresses were delivered by several members present.

Walter Bevan George Hynon Victor Lauer

Mrs Starner of New Jersey Injures Chin in Fall

Aged Mrs Starner, residing with her daughter Mrs Osman Beers on North Rebecca Avenue, fell recently and dislocated her chin. Several weeks earlier she went outside, fell again, and damaged her arm while the harsh winter waned.

Mra. Starner New Jersey Mra Osman Beers North Rebecca Avenue

Religious meeting and concert notices in local church

Twenty eight people will present themselves before the court for an invasion to the church. A new hymn book Sacred Songs is for sale via Brovier W L Davis Theleketa for a March 10 concert. A unique entertainment features Scranton stine revelation from Davie est Africa. The Buplial Young People's union greeting was largely attended with a good spirit manifested.

Brovier W. L. Dalvis Theleketa Davie Est Africa Young People's Union

Community events calendar highlights and club notices

The notice lists multiple local events including the Electric City Wheelmen dance February 1 at the club house with guest invitations allowed. A Folkes concert by Bellevue Welchi church choir February 26 followed by lectures, socials and entertainments at various churches through February and March. An Oxford Glee club update closes the list.

Concert Series on Wednesday at First Welsh Congregational

Five concerts are scheduled for Wednesday evening March 12 at the First Welsh Congregational Church on South Main Avenue. The event invites attendees to enjoy diverse performances in a single evening at the historic venue.

First Welsh Congregational Church South Main Avenue

Social notices and gatherings fill local pages

A dense list of social events, meetings, and personal notices appears with names and addresses such as Thoms, Theis, North Hide, Markaves Wine, and Bellevue. The piece reports baptisms, society meetings, church talks, and neighborhood gatherings across streets like Woahhure, Linerne, and Chestnut, with a postponed town event for Peter Smith.

Social Roundup From Vawlet and Nearby Towns

Mis William Shaw of Vawlet visits her sister Mis ch de Hoberts of Sorte Minivenne. Miss Ani Modomes of Wilby alia attends Convilleésoths after two weeks. Miss Mae Lindi of South Main Avenue studies at Stodsborg Slit Nome school. Mrs Kucone Fellows and Christine attend Junior Mom endo at Cornell University. Joseph of South Wade Mark Avenue recovering from antidispemition. Miss Margaret IDL Allen Eva attends the fineraff relative at Olephane on Parlay. Thos Rinker of Wyoming renewed visit with S Kresky of Newt Sanmer BVT. Mrs William Milling of Swetlandatreet is CAMinid ta lar heme with rheuw ta Lista.

Mis William Shaw Vawlet Vis Ch de Hoberts Sorte Minivenne Lottie Tile Woot Ani Modomes Wilby Alia Mae Lindi South Miiln Avenne Stodsborg Slit Nome School Kucone Fellows Swetlandatreet

SOUTH SCRANTON NOTES

John Johnson of Birch street was struck by an SMU boy on Birch between Prospect and Pittston after coasting collision. Johnson sustained a scalp gash requiring stitches and will stay home several days. George Hopkins of Avowa Was knocked from his oyster cart on Pittston avenue but escaped serious injury. Evins of Pittston avenue suffered multiple injuries and a broken nose after being hit by a Delaware and Hudson train. his condition is serious.

John Johnson Birch Street SMU Prospect Pittston Avenue Mr. Johnson George Hopkins Avowa Mr. Evins Delaware & Hudson

Defenders Edge Stars In Turbulent Night Contested Game

A Thursday basketball game between the Defenders and the Stars ended in a dispute in the second half. The Defenders demonstrated superiority late, with a final score reading Defenders two Stars two. The contest was described as the most interestingly fought on this side.

Stars North End Lme

Ringold Band Hosts Masquerade Ball and Masked Guests

A large crowd attended Ringold band’s masquerade in Germania ball with lively music. The Sweltzer Maennerchor held a mask ball in Athletic Hall last evening, drawing a merry group of masqueriders who enjoyed themselves immensely.

Ringold Phace Germania Sweltzer Maennerchor Athletic Hall

Elm Street resident Petey Webber in serious condition

The report notes Petey Webber of Elm Street remains in serious condition after illness. Several local residents are mentioned in passing including William Haggerty of Pittston and Mrs. John Compton of Elmdale who attended a funeral. Local events include a Meadow Brook drum corps fundraiser at Music Hall and Scranton Saengenuide masquerade on Monday.

Petey Webber Elm Street William Haggerty Pittston John Compton Elmdale John Lindter Wediendis Louis Kneller Piltston Avenue Kent Stay Drums Corps Luce Evening Meadow Brook Music Hall Scriffton Saengenuide

North Scranton Rally. Williams and Edwards Presented Jewels

North Scranton Republican Club meeting features Jewel presentations to Joseph Williams and William Edwards. St Clair basketball team loses to Crackerjacks. Miss Katie Wagner and Thomas Gibbons wed at Holy Rosary Church. Rescue Lodge and Panooka Lodge Knights of Pythias host a joint smoker with Jewel presentation to Chancellor Commander Joe.

Joseph Williams William Edwards North Scranton St. Clair Katie Wagner Thomas Gibbons Holy Rosary Church Rescue Lodge Panooka Lodge Knights of Pythias Joe

Notable speakers at Rescue lodge smoker event

Eph Williams of Rescue lodge and Vice Chancellor William Edwards spoke while Attorney George Benedict and W. D. Christmas presented. John Saltry chaired the smoker and other addresses were given by Henry Davis John A. Hopewell Myan Morris Republican candidate for city controller and Jonathan Vipond. Vocal numbers included Charles Richard David Smith and a quartette.

Eph Williams Rescue Lodge William Edwards George Benedict W. Ddhristmas John Saltry Henry Davis John A. Hopewell Myan Morris Jonathan Vipond Charles Richard David Smith

North Scranton Republican Club Meeting Endorses Candidates

A largely attended meeting heard addresses by Attorney Co and Douniels and Wallace Moser. The speakers urged party fidelity and earnest work in all campaigns. The club endorsed Republican candidates and will strive to secure their election. Evan Morris attended as candidate for city controller along with ward candidates.

North Scranton Republican Club Attorney Co Douniels Wallace Moser Amall Evan Morris

Crackerjacks Defeat St Clair Team In Scranton Display

In Scranton last night the Crackerjacks beat St Clair 12 to 10 in a fast game marked by ginger play from start to finish. Hughes starred for the Crackerjacks with Green highlighting the St Clair offense. lineups listed include S Davis Willis Hughes Wells Hentoanmin Jett for Crackerjacks and Birch Green Hireh Reese Stotman for St Clair.

St Chir Schuylkill County Scranton Amditorium St. Clairs Hughes Green St. Clair Crackerjacks S. Davis Willis Wells Hentoanmin Jett St. Clit

Funeral for Myles Gibbons at Holy Rosary Church

Large attendance gathered yesterday morning for the funeral of Myles Gibbons from Summit Avenue. A solemn high mass of requiem was celebrated at Holy Rosary Church by Rev. J. W. Moylan with Rev. N. J. Mc Manus as deacon and Rev. Father Hales as sub-deacon. Interment followed at Cathedral Cemetery.

Myles Gibbons Summit Avenue Holy Rosary Church J. W. Moylan N. J. McManus Father Hales Cathedral

Ladies Run Bowling Alleys Start Friday Sessions

Messrs Shotton and Davis opened bowling alleys on North Main Avenue. Yesterday was the first ladies day under Miss Selby with large attendance. A bowling club may form soon to join a league with top local players.

Shotton Davis North Main Avenue Miss Selby

Holy Matrimony Unites Miss Kathe Wagner and Thomas Gibbons

Miss Kathe Wagner of Oak street and Thomas Gibbons of Pawnee street were married by Rev. J. W. Moylan on Thursday afternoon. Mary Campbell attended the bride, Edward Rock was groomsman, and a reception followed at the bride’s home. The couple are well known in this section and receive many good wishes.

Alt Holy Mogury Church Kathe Wagner Oak Street Thomas Gibbons Pawnee Street J. W. Moylan Mary Campbell Edward Rock Gibbens

Pleasant surprise party honored Natham Jehu at Wayne Avenue

A warm surprise party Thursday evening at Wayne Avenue celebrated Natham Jehu. Guests included Misses Jenple Leonard Janet Simmons Alme Richardse Maud Davia Margaret Thomas Edith Morris Liggle Divis Jones Jehu Frank Coleman Davidl Davis Nathan Jehu John Sini mone Allert Reese George Mackey Thomas Davis David Matthews John Matthews Miss Buruh McDonald Maury street and other friends. The event featured singing and dancing until after 4 AM with refreshments served.

Natham Jehu Wayne Avenue Jenple Leonard Janet Simmons Alme Richardse Maud Davia Margaret Thomas Edith Morris Liggle Divis Jones Jehu Frank Coleman Davidl Davis Nathan Jehu John Sinimone Allert Reese George Mackey Thomas Davis David Matthews John John Neary George Civeley Edward Dougherty

Pink Pills for Pale People Promoted by Mrs Cotter

Mrs Cotter testifies the Williams pink pills cured neuralgia and facial swelling, saying the remedy gave lasting relief for three years. The letter, signed by her and noting her Democratic Register of Elections role, promotes the pills as a universal remedy.

Dr Williame Neuralela Tom William Cotter Democratic Fortford Conn Cotter Windsor Street Hartford Williams Dr. Wilams Williama Medicine Co Sclhmectady

Various Local Notices in Scranton Area News

Mrs. John Owens is at her Ferdinand street home. Mrs. Isaac Edwards returns from Putnam street after visiting relatives at Ltan sford Carbon county. North End bakers meet in Leonard's hall to distribute new shop signs. Mrs. William Field and Mrs. WW McWeehan visit Mrs. J. S. Read of Factoryville. A coffee and cake festival is in the Osterhout building by St. John's Episcopal mission. Mr. and Mrs. William Thomas guests of Simon Thomas in Meese street. Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Reynolds welcome a baby daughter. Patrick Hughes announces candidacy for constable First ward on Citizens' Ticket. John Shaughnessy of the Times slips and sustains a head gash. J. D. Main will lead gospel service at YWCA. all young women invited. Misses Florence and Mary Walker travel to Oxford due to a relative's illness. Woolley lecture bandwagons arranged to North Scranton Tabernacle for Tabernacle lecture. Hon. John G. Woolley to speak on My Own Country next Tuesday. Thomas Shotton, poor director, observed with a smile after birth of a daughter.

John Owens Ferdinand Street Isaac Edwards Putnam Street Ltansford Carbon County Barders North End Leonard's Hall Willian Field WW McWweehan J. S. Read Factoryville Osterhout St. John's Episcopal Mission William Thomas Alford Simon Thomas Meese Street Thoms Reynolds Ross Avenue Patrick Hughes Trhcket John Shaugh Woolley Tabernacle North Scranton John G. Woolley North Main Avenue Thomas Shotton

Obituary of Dr Henry Corson Dying After Long Illness

Dr Henry Corson died at the residence of James Arthur in Morest City on Thursday at 2 40 PM from heart trouble after an illness dating from October He was born near Camden Nod on March V 1794 making him in his 90s and the oldest of four siblings all physicians His widow and two sons Dr Frank Corson of Waymart and Dr Charles Corson of Rileyville survive He practiced medicine in Montrose Harford Busiquerhanna Hancock and Forest City and remained active until his death

Henry Corson James Arthur Morest City Corson Camden Nod Hin Sistter Hrowdhead Philadelphia Corgan Wayne County Honesdale Laurel Swamp Montrose Harford la Busiquer Hanna Taninge Wnul Bse Hancock Winwood Forest City Frank Corson Waymart Charles Corson Rileyylile

STANTON DEATHS MARK DOLE OF LOCAL FAMILIES

Local notices report multiple deaths and funerals in the area. F Elizabeth Jewett Waller Staunton of Honesdale and nearby relatives are mentioned with details of service at her late residence, while Phoebe Ann Downing and Patrick Seehebererin appear among other obituaries. Additional brief items note deaths of Mrs. Margait Clark and Emma K. Loney with burial plans in nearby cemeteries.

Also Mentioned on This Page

West Electric City Wheelmen Dufour G. W. Jenkins Jackson Street Baptist Church Bellevue Welchilvinistic Methodist Plymouth Congregational Church Charles Hartley The Earth Boy Choir South Africa Washington Camp Patriotic Order Sons of America Martha Washington First Baptist Church First Welsh Congregational Sunday School Oxford Glee Club Ladies’ Raglans Globe Warehouse Felt Oyster North Mall Avenue Drinker Street Dunmore Canavan & Walsh General News SB. Prine Tatter Ridwinl Brewnt Linerne Evie Aed Alder Davies Battie Ty Matt al Wort Dames Sullivan Chirk Wort Pool Mate Phottias Daeloon Alfert Wolin Wigstell Even Street Mesa Thomipton Effen I Ein St. Motors Total Abweinonod Society of Bellevue Wil Helwateala Koster Iiede Iyimouth Orion Ehorister Motvear Thee D. DL Hop Sirmler Woman's Foreign Missioniry Society Sinpson Methodist Episcopal Lev CG McDermott Simpson Methodist Episcopal Ehitieh Women's Relief Cure Oniby Griffin Ranny Republic Bo M. Strong North Mintivenne Horne Auburn Diamond Lodge A. 1 Carbondale Williamt Melkinles Ot Shiehl Hunan van Buren Avenue Mia He Wetterley South Bromley Ives Wes Parite Frieniia Hewelt Entertainment Avvanchis Peter Smith Das Town South Scranton Lodges OF Aosepte Willeams Republican Club Meeting Wagner-Gibbons Reilly Connecticus John Morgan, John McCarthy Frank Murtha Joyce Stores Lacka. Ave Penn Ave NEW Armory Paderewski Fred Powell’s Music Store Spa Flour Fist Iia Teen ‘All Grocers Hattie G. A. Richmond Lavina G. J. Merrill Smithville Flats Nek Arthur Thompson Susquehanna County Stanton F Elizabeth Jewett Waller William PH. Staunton Third Street Monesdale Charles P. Waller Muairrivce William H. Stanton Ralph W. Martin Find Mere J. Edward Barbour Paterson Slater Mary ‘Waller Crowell Newark Mars Wloo Willhin H. Swift Phoebe Ann Downing W. W. Mitchell Eton Nos Myre Phoebe Ann Downline Ming Downing Nuathiunlel Halistead Mifflin Avenue Hiushlands Mh Dare Patrick Seeheebrerin Dent Wee Scranton Prive Street Tie Batrick Ohba Margaigt Clark Goulhandhark Pheumonls Emma Ki. Loney Herbert Loney Bint Dolge Loney J. d Laney Loney Aterment Potest Hill Cemetery George Meller Yehreold Lyceum Theatre M. Reis A. J. Duffy Dus Ut P Mathy Sale James O’ Neill Lichler & Cos Scenie Abe Mgies Monte Cristo Siuf Dielidea Frederic DE Bella Villi Dames Nef Warren Conlon Woot Dixon Gilbert Iloseph Slogier Mis Silene Johnson Kate Pleteher Villa Keatiig New York Academy of Masie Seite Ae Sale Pelilay Totelouh Red Hall Caine Penitent Wark Theater Boston Sale of Seata Robert Mansell Tay Athie Alent Moodiy al Iy Academy of [Music Lezuce A. J. Daly the New Sawtelle Dramatic Co May Fiske and Company Ile Sheet Poole Tom Thuob Banu Waar F.theel Illadelphie Lermeg Bae Amerigo Barre Gon Maa Bpigiel Ureter Vedperlopments Shranken Mer Jacob Mellers Offer Meridian Street Pharadiy
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