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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1898
Page
7
The Carbondale correspondence of The Tribune is now in the care of C. R. Munn on Salem avenue and Church street for distribution. All notices and items should be addressed to Munn while delivery issues should be reported to W. J. Roberts, the news agent.
City solicitor authorized to sign with Fabric Fire Hose company of New York for 1000 feet of hose at seventy cents a foot. Local agent R M Vannan. Hose guaranteed five years. Council earlier weighed bids from a dozen manufacturers and approved requisitions from Columbia Hose and Mitchells for hose and team care.
At the last board of health meeting Dr Bailey and Dr Wheeler with Messrs Kelly and Collins attended. A new code of rules approved by the mayor was received and bids were to be sought for advertising and printing. The 1857 secretary's report shows no epidemic, a death rate of 14.79 per 1000, among the state’s lowest.
Thomas Meyers and Henry Whittington were seriously hurt by a two inch rock fall at the Lackawanna mine yesterday. Whittington, bent over, suffered possible internal injuries and was sent home with Dr. Maiann’s care. Meyers sustained a fractured skull and multiple wounds and was taken to the hospital. both men received medical attention from Dr. Shields.
The review praises Ole Ols on for its honest, well written dialogue with light pathos and a dash of sensationalism. The piece notes theatres have packed houses this season to see the show and mentions a big bicycle race sensation. The Grand Opera House hosts the event on Thursday evening February 1.
The Century club hosted its gentleman friends at Mr and Mrs C B Kimball’s residence last evening. A delightful musical program entertained guests and refreshments followed. The ladies earned praise for their role in the social event supporting their literary efforts.
Mrs. Alasha Simpson longtime city resident dies Sunday at her daughter Mrs. Helen Hudson in Jersey City. Born as Alasha Parker in Connecticut she would have been 89 on March 2. She came with husband Carl Simpson in the early sixties and lived with her daughter for the last twelve years. She is survived by one daughter.
Mrs Celinda Crawford of Salem avenue and her son Charles Simpson of Greenfield mourn the loss. A sister Mrs Marissa Hart of Albany also survives. Two remains will be brought this afternoon to the city to be taken to the granddaughter Mrs Warren J Snyder on Jeffrey street. Funeral Wednesday at three in the First Methodist church with interment beside her husband in Maplewood.
Trinity Guild prepares an evening program at Trinity church rectory with a strong musical lineup and refreshments to follow. Mrs. Bayley of Canaan Street is bedridden, Mrs. Forbes visits in Wikes-Barre, and Mrs. Barrie resides with her mother in Orange. Narcissistic musical talent arrives as N I Willum Hall joins the Mozart orchestra. Mills buys Crystal Lake lot for about 300 dollars. L A Bassett plans extensive exterior repairs at Laurel Street and Lincoln Avenue corner residence.
A Jermyn party honored Mr. and Mrs. George Pendered on their thirty second wedding anniversary with a surprise gathering at the Fast Side home. Relatives and friends from Scranton Forest City and Mayfield attended, presenting gifts and sharing a bountiful repast. Local notices mention visitors and lectures at area churches, with a planned missionary lecture by Rev. I H Correll D D featuring stereopticon views on the Orient.
The funeral service for Mrs Rachel Lennon was held at the family home on Grassy Street and at St Patrick's Church. Rev J M Bamoulter led the requiem and sermon, with a large procession and pallbearers Dr J Z Price Dr J J Watkins P Y Lynch Martin Keegan John Cawley and Thomas Gligallen. Separately Julius Bderecky bought 8 N Callender’s Blakely property, while the West Side Z D Edwards store was burglarized stealing cigars perfumery candy groceries and four dollars. Police have made no captures. Miss Gertrude Atherton visited Clark's Summit with her parents and Miss Katie Reese of Jermyn visited relatives here.
The Great Sale of House Furnishings and China draws steady crowds with wagons loading goods late into the night. Bauer's Orchestra plays as the store touts revolutionary low prices and a Pneumatic Cash System. Featured items include Green Enamel Tea Pots, Copper Boilers, 60piece Dinner Sets, and 56piece French China Tea Sets at deep discounts.
Honey and Chinchilla visit Mr and Mrs O Mara of Dunmore Street. Dr W E Lieyd returns from Baltimore. Will Harris of Scranton guests Arthur Widdowfield Sunday. Miss Sarah Dougherty returns from Scranton visit. Celia McHale of Hudson Street homes in Scranton. Mrs William T Davis of West Scranton visits Mrs D Y Davis Lackawanna Street. Election day closures affect area restaurants. Willie Winters spent Sunday at his Jermyn home.
Taylor borough faces political agitation led by First ward candidate Thomas T. Moses for council and Richard Merritt for constable. Other ticket figures include Thomas Haddock and George Mood, with votes urged today. Also notices on Pride of Lackawanna meeting, Choral ensembly Wilkes Barre date, and upcoming William Tell Rifle club ball. Funeral for Mrs. Williams announced, Price Library to hold important meeting to plan continued operation. Local social events and attendees noted.
Priceburg brief notes election day prompts Sankie Tribe No 107 not meeting this evening. Meetings resume tomorrow. Primit ive Methodist revival services continue with evangelist Mrs Catlin speaking next Friday on Sights and Scenes in the City of London. Also town notices on polling, election officials, a mine accident, and a church supper announced for February 21.
A health essay urges eternal vigilance against minor ailments and touts Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a remedy for digestive and blood nourishment issues. It includes a testimonial from Rev. C. M. Lemond praising the medicine after long lung pains and voice loss.
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