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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1898

Page

9

West Scranton Euchre Party Fetes Misses Williams

A lively progressive euchre event hosted by Mises Belle Vipond at North fyde Park Avenue featured a St. Leo's Battalion smoker and a farewell party for Misses Toulee and Joeie Williams. The Christian Endeavor Society organized the reception at Washburn Street Presbyterian, highlighting nine years of service and a program of readings music and recitations.

Mises Belle Vipond North Fyde Park Avenue St. Leo's Battalion Hannah Davin Mabel Spencer Edith Lindabury Margaret Annie Phillipe George Transue Owen Jones Cinderella Morse Mabel Yost J. H. Battenberg Mabel Boldry Hattie McCracken, Messie H. G. Kline L.A. Stevens

Miss Belle Vipond Hosts Progressive Euchre Party

Miss Belle Vipond entertained guests at her South Hyde Park avenue home last evening in honor of Miss Stevens of Towanda Pa and Miss Rose Williams of Middle Oranville. The party ended with refreshments and a list of attendees included Florence Gibbs, Margaret Gibbs, Ella Withee, Sadie Tavis, Jennie Howell, Hittie Cooper, Margaret Edwards, Grace Walker, Edith Richards, and several gentlemen.

Belle Vipond Hyde Park Avenue Miss Stevens Towandii Rose Williams Middle Oranville Miss Vinpond Florence and Margaret Gibbs Ella Withee Sadie Tavis Jennie Howell Hittie Cooper Margaret Edwards Grace Walker Edith Richards George Peck Robert Walker Ter Roberta Clarenee Shryer Chorge Tenire Meoesis al Turner Curt Andrews Frank Mansfield Frank Wottling BE. W. Thayer Harry Decker Gwylin Williams Theodore Primreve Wil Freeman

Leo's Battalion Holds Case North Main Smoker Gathering

Members of Leo's Battalion hosted a smoker at their Casey rooms on North Main Avenue last evening chaired by Mr. John Kadeen. The programme included vocal and piano solos by John Shaughnessy Michael McDonough William Vanston Richard Lonergan Joseph McLoughlin and Peter Smith with addresses by J. C. Gallagher T. S. Gilroy and Cornelius Coleman.

S1. Leo's Battalion Casey Rooms North Main Avenue John Kadeen John Shaughnessy Michael McDonough William Vanston Richard Lonergan J. C. Gallagher Peter Smith T. S. Gilroy Joseph McLoughlin Cornelius Coleman

Watchful warning on stomach woes and a whiskey remedy

The article urges early attention to stomach trouble and indigestion as seeds of serious disease. It pushes Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as a tested, endorsed remedy to tone the stomach and relieve dyspepsia, advising buyers to ensure genuine product from their grocer or druggist.

Ieee Duffy

Local Talent Night Highlights Vocals and Recitations

The program featured Pi di Glirey and Joseph Martin delivering vocal solos, with recitations by Thomas Ford and Thomas Murphy. Address remarks were given by Robert McNicholas and marker John J. Gaughan, followed by William Kelley. The evening closed with guests enjoying cigarettes and a moment of Hawaiian humor.

Pi di Glirey Thomas Ford Thomas F. Murphy Robert McNicholas John J. Gaughan Joseph Martin William Kellew

Surprise Party for Miss Hannah Davis at North Main

Miss Hannah Davis hosts a surprise party at her North Main Avenue home Monday evening. Friends and family including Flora Ginader, Flora Harvey, Blanche Harvey, Lucy Long, Lizzie Davis, Sue Fenton, Kate Langon, Gertie Ludwig, Ollie Thomas, Jonnie Matthews, Ruth Thomas, Ethel Davis, Marion Davis, Eva Allen, Robert Evans, George Thomas, Eddie Jones, Fred Jones, Gomer Farr and Chester Ludwig enjoyed refreshments prepared by Minnie Boyce and Margaret Ludwig before departing.

Hannah Davis North Main Avenue Minnie Boyce Margaret Ludwig Miss Hannah Missea Flora Ginader Flora Harvey Blanche Harvey Lucy Long Lizzie Davis Sue Fenton Kate Langon Gertie Ludwics Ollie Thomas Jon

Local Social Notes Mention Illness and Visits

Mrs. William Jones of Hampton Street is on the sick list. Alfred Gillman of New York City visits on this side. Wille, the young son of Mr and Mrs Phillip Williams of Lafayette Street, is ill. The little daughter of Mr and Mrs L A Owens of Meridian Street is ill. Margeret Dickelnick of Trenton New Jersey returned home after a visit. W and B Williams of Wilkes-Barre spent time with their son and daughter-in-law in Wilkes-Barre. Ada Proctor of Carbondale visits Mrs Fenton of North Main Avenue. W J Marvel, Wilkes-Barre commission merchant, returned home from a town visit. William Carey of Elmira New York is noted.

William Jones Hampton Street Alfred Gillman New York City Wille Phillip Williams Lafayette Street L. A. Owens Meridian Street Margeret Dickelnick Trenton N. J W. &B. Williams Wilkes-Barre Daniel Williams North Sumner Avenue Ada Proctor Carbondale Dr. Fenton North Main Avenue W. J. Marvel Willam Carey Elmira N. Y

Silk Exhibition Displayed With Rich Range Of Silks

The Silk Exhibition Now on view offers the most complete collection yet with exclusive styles rare novelties and many silks for coming season in blacks colors or combination weave. The Black Dress Goods section boasts an immense assortment that surpasses prior efforts and presents a wide range of styles and effects.

Local residents report recoveries and visits across town

Mrs. Martin Carey and Mrs. Jamon Leyahon recover from illness and a serious attack, while Charlee Davie and Heather visit Frank Woodruff. Several residents return from Wilkes-Barre trips, Miss Margaret Vaughn plans a visit, and Sarah Tewts will wed Robert Harris on Washington's Birthday. A rag bee entertained guests at Mrs. John Batley’s residence.

Martin Carey North Main Avenue Mina Sadie Barnes Charlee Davie Heather Himira Frank Woodruff North Hyde Park Avenue Mere Thomas Jones Bellevue Street Parsons William Morgan Margaret Vaughn Ashland Pacareen T. V. Powderly Washington, DC Hil Rewer Evans Jackson Street Dr. Fenton Wilkes-Barre Jamon Leyahon North Linc Coln Avenue Quingy Mia John Armstrong Harriet South Main Avenue I. M. Langman North Sumner Avenues Lameon Register Company Everton Mase New York Sarah Tewts Eynon Street Robert Harris Hyde Park Avenue Washington James M. Faton Tenth Street John Batley Robert Armstrong Moore Gardner

Funeral of Mrs Williams Held at Academy Street

The funeral for the late Mrs W W Williams of Academy Street was held at 2 pm yesterday. Rev Huh Davis of the Welsh C M Church delivered consoling words. Pallbearers included Mesera, Daniel Moses, William R Williams, David H Evans, D C Powell, Isaac Smith, and Williams T Roberts. Interment occurred at Washburn Street Cemetery. Mr Tra Smith of Meridian Street leaves for New York to take a position at the Grand Hotel.

Mra. W. W. Williams Academy Street Huh Davis Welsh C. M. Church Mesera Daniel Moses Willam R. Williams David H. Evans D. C. Powell Isaac Smith Williams T. Roberts Washburn Street Tra Smith Meridian Street New York Grand Hotel

West Side Peasiness Director Case at 412 North Main

A local notice identifies a West Side Peasiness Director located at 412 North Main Avenue. The description lists MRS FENTON CLAIRVOYANT and a phrenologist as connected figures.

West Side Peasiness Fenton Clairvoyant and Phrenologiat North Main Avenue

Tom Thumb wedding spurs Providence church turnout

In North Scranton the Tom Thumb wedding will be reproduced this evening at Providence Presbyterian church after strong solicitations. The event aims to draw a large crowd for the Home for the Friendless fundraiser at Company H Armory tomorrow night with Mrs. William Wright coordinating local artists.

Howel Powell Spring Street Daniel Lewis Sarah Reese Plymouth Providence Presbyterian Church William Owens Hrick Avenue J. G. Johnson Alderman Roberts G. F.turner Johnson North Main Avenue Turner Priend- Jets HA Armory William Wright John Leonard Gardner Avenue John Jones Hharnedry Joseph Hodgins Marvine Parker Street Ley Gillick First Welsh Baptist Church Wayne Avenue J. Michael Jones Bayonne N.J N. F. Davies Vayne Avenue

Dunmore Tax Collection and Local Social Events

Tax Collector William E. Correll will be at the borough building tonight and all week to collect borough taxes with 6 percent penalties after the 18th. A free annual masquerade social by the Ensign club is planned at Odd Fellows hall this evening, with committee Frank Blickens Charles Krnu and Fred Pletcher. The Dunmore Heptasoph conclave will hold a public installation of officers Friday night at Odd Fellows hall.

William E. Correll Ensign Club Odd Fellows' Hall Frank Blickens Charles Kronu Fred Pletcher Heyas Monroe Avenue Presbyterian Church McDonnell Belle- Vue M. J. Healey Chestnut Street Dunmore Heptasoph Order Odd Fellows’ Hall W. KH. Correll Borough of Elien Manley

Remains to be buried in Dunmore Catholic cemetery

The services will be held Thursday morning at 9 o'clock from 117 Maple Street. The remains will be taken to St. John's Church for a high mass of requiem. Interment will follow at Dunmore Catholic Cemetery.

Maple Street St. John's Church Dunmore Catholic Cemetery

Seventeenth Scranton Saengerrunde Masquerade Ball

The Scranton Saengerrunde held its seventeenth annual masquerade ball at Natter's hall on the South Side. About 150 masked couples danced to Germania orchestra with costumes ranging from humorous to sublime. A committee led by John Mues organized the event with Charles Schench as president.

Natter Scranton Saengerrunde Saengerrunde John Mues Shhodt Philip Graf Jacob Geiger Philip Robinson Fred. Schwenker Louis Hedrich Fred. Herrman Henry Kelper Charles Levert Charles Schench John Stobber Fred Kirchall Daniel Jacobs John McCabe Bowery Chimmie Fadden Bootblack Lagsale Fron Dundee Germania Orchestra Lawrence Reeser Cedar Avenue Snyder Central City Patrick McCann Prospect Avenue McCann James Buresh Hickory Street Pastor Haas Prospect Avenue Baptist Church Forest Hill Palm Street Kate Murphy Hyde Park Church of Peace Germania Hall Mre. Neu Otto Schaffer Jacob Kaiser Cologne Weber Taylor Gottlieb Hawley Scranton Liederkranz Philip Rolinson Hot Springs Arkansas Athetic Peter Zang South Scranton William Gescheidle South Side Young Women's Christian Association Association

Mayfield Republicans win in mixed ticket election

In Mayfield voters favored Republicans, electing nine candidates to three on a Citizens ticket. The detailed results show Republicans winning most posts including poor directors, school and council seats, auditor, constable, inspector, and judge of election with mixed minority counts for Citizens and Independents.

Kemp's Balsam Offered As Cure With Trial Guarantee

The advertisement urges that some coughs outpace medicine but Kemp's Balsam can stop them. It promises a positive guarantee to cure and notes the first dose shows excellent effect. Price is one shilling with a free trial. available at all druggists.

Turners Enjoy Annual Masquerade Dance Thrills Guests

The Turn Verein held its 35th masquerade ball at Music Hall with a Klondike ice cave opening scene. Prospector exchanges uncover a prince and princess who lead the grand march, amid elaborate costumes, a German band impersonation, and strong crowd attendance.

Klondike Turn Verein Music Hall Fred Hummler James T. Culman William Kemmerer J. McDonald John V Timothy J. Quinnan Misa Rose Blatter Fred Tirumimier Fuhrman Lawrence Fred Hummer Frank Hummler Adam Vockroth T. J. Quinnan Edward Eisele Henry A. Vockroth J. F. Quinnan Henry Wo

Republicans' Clean Sweep

The article reports broad GOP victories across districts with details: First district council results Wagner 127 vs Kleeman 41 for select. Wenzel 95 vs Hauer 73 for common. Second district Wagner 156 vs Kleeman 28. Wenzel 105 vs Hauer 80. Eleventh Ward incumbents Neuls and Lentes strong. Schoen defeated in common council in one ward. others unopposed or lightly contested. Leonard unopposed for school controller in Twenty‑first Ward.

Select Council Wagner Kleeman Common Council Wenzel Hauer Adam Schroeder Fred, Schoen KE. J. Coleman Schoen Coleman Adam Pehroeder Fred. Schoen J. Coleman Thomas J. Coyne Mark Cahilin Coyne M. J. Cusick M. G. Laugin Cusick First district—Select Council T. J. Coyne M. G. Langan Seound

Pink Pills for Pale People Help Dying Boy Recover

A mother recounts how her sick son worsened from lung fever and weakness until Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People restored appetite and weight. Affidavits confirm the medicine aided blood and nerve health, with a claim it saved him from death.

John F. Williams Jonle Asa Robinson Williams Menega

Obituary notices from Archibald area

Edward McCourt died at 72 Monroe Avenue after a long illness. He excelled in school and college before illness forced him to withdraw. Survived by his parents, one brother, and three sisters. Funeral pending. Also: Mrs Anna Hennemuth dies at Gold Button Archbald after pneumonia. Survived by five children. Funeral Thursday 2 PM at German Lutheran cemetery. Elizabeth Peuser dies at Green Ridge at 14 years 4 months. Survived by husband and seven children. Funeral Friday. Josephine Patt, age 2, dies at Stafford Avenue from membranous goup. Funeral tomorrow at 2 PM Forest Hill cemetery.

Edward PP Mettourt Thomas McCourt Deney Monroe Ravenue Ehomins St. Thorns’ College Ile Ted John M O'Malley Mary and Helen K Anna M. Hennemiuth Augustun Hennemuth Gold Button Archhbald Hendemuth Archibald Thas Fred John William Hennemiuth Scranton William Decke George Hennemuth Archbald Elizabeth Peuser Adam Peuser Green Ridge J. A. Foster D. A. Sheeley Carlo, Pac D. Barclay Nineveh N. Voi Susie Lena John Pouser Pittston Peter Pouser Mus Bic Josephine Patt Stafford Avenue Forest Hii

Minooka Election Hectic Day Amid Turmoil

The Tribune notes a red hot election with disorder in the South district and lively but mixed Southwest voting. An 81 year old child of Thomas Casey died after brain fever, with funeral to follow. Minooka baseball club plans a Feb 21 entertainment likely to surpass prior events.

Tribune Slite Thomas Casey Gilmore Avenue Minooka Baseball Club

Olyphant Borough Election Returns Incomplete Yet Democratic Wins

Returns from Olyphant were late and incomplete due to counting issues. Democrats are conceded elected for Justice of the Peace M J Cannon, Auditor Patrick Farrell, and High Constable Patrick Bonnns over rivals. Democrats also carried four wards for council and school board, with ward one electing one two year term councilman and others for three year terms. third ward tally dispute between district boards.

Olyphant Justice of the Peace M. J. Cannon WJ. Schubmehl Patrick Farrell John L. Davis Patrick (Bbons Jesse Morris

Dr Agnew's Catarrhal Powder Claims Quick Cure

In a promotional notice the ad asserts Dr Agnew's Catarrhal Powder cures catarrh and throat issues. It mentions lasting effects after years of suffering and claims rapid relief. The product is sold by Matthews Frog and W T Clark.

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West Scranton Louise Josie Williams Progressive Euchre Party ST. Lho's Smoker Globe Warehouse North Scranton David G. Williams Henry Heeves Frank Coggins Richard Reynolds M. J. Cavanaugh Peter Ford William EB. Griffin Lafayette Matthews James Harrit William Edmunds F. Edmonds Theodore Wachman W. T. Davis Edward Duff William Willidine William Burns Lewie Adams Michael Dean Assengor Patrick Daley John Me.Garry John Thgue Peter Corba Thomas Burke Jerry Lingmian John J. Motarty Republicans Peter Neuls John Lentes B. T. Jayne H. B. Reynolds P. F. McCann Peter Ross R Common Counell Charles F. Wenzel M. H. Rhinehart McCann and Ross Wengel and Rhinehart Elias E. Evans Jain Wagner Frank 8. Barker W. A. Wilcox Louis Sechwasa Peter Allbaugh Twenty Edward Leonard Ler Boy Josie Dr. Williams David Crisp A. Jones Olyphant Borough LE Bri Brun Hon Arewer U. &. Supreme Court U. S T. &. Supreme Court Rene Oarta G.& C. Merriam Co Springfield Masa CAUTI Webster's Webster’s International O Gereev Eas DR. Shimberg Spruce Street Odds and Ends Hota Conrad’s Walter W. Branson Jonas Long's Weta Germania Wine Cellara Hammondseport and Rheims Delaware Bot T Aberry Elvira Pete Canis Port Rob Sweet
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