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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1898

Page

9

Marriage of Miss Anna Gill to Nicholas Hellring at St Patrick's Church

Miss Anna Gill and Nicholas Hellring wed yesterday at St Patrick's church in a ceremony led by Rev. D A Dunne. The couple, from South Bromley avenue and Price street, will start housekeeping at 139 Morris court, with attendants Miss Ea Graney and Charles Hellring. The evening followed with a reception at the bride’s uncle’s home.

Anna Gill South Bromley Avenue Nicholas Hellring Price Street St. Patrick's Church Rose Conway D. A. Dunne Mendelesohn Miss Ea Graney Charles Hellring John Ih Premley Avenue Hellring Morris Court

Community honors Edward James Jr with neighborly home reception

Friends of Edward James Jr gathered at 16 South Main Avenue last evening to honor his Tuesday election win. Edward Harris led the Welsh celebrants with Professor Torwerth Prosser as accompanist, as guests praised the neighbor and fellow citizen in a warm, musical gathering.

Edward James, Jr South Main Avenue James Edward Harris Torwerth Prosser

Local gathering notes roles of hostesses and servers

Wasted. Later refreshments were served. Mrs James was insisted in serving by Mrs Thomas Rollins, Mrs George Jones and Miss Gwen James.

James Thomas Rollins George Jones Gwen James

Surprise Birthday Party for Miss Mary Samuels on Acker Avenue

A large group gathered at Mr and Mrs Robert Hoberts residence on Acker avenue for an after dark surprise party honoring Miss Mary Samuels. Guests enjoyed singing recitations dancing and games with refreshments served later by a host of attendees including Mrs John Francose and numerous Misses and Messrs with surname Morgans Roberts and Davies among the name list.

Robert Hoberts Acker Avenue Mary Samuels Robert Roberta John Francose LilMan Rhoda Thomas Anna Lewis Gwen Davis Margaret Thomas Sarah Davis Margaret Mary Morgans Harriet Morris Viola Evans Jennie Morgans Mae Lewis Annie Harriet Moberta William Robertson Robert Roberts John Williams Frank Jones Mendle Davies Robert Owens Emlyn Jones David RK Gibbs Harry Ives Thomas Griffiths John Samuel Evan Samuel Roberts

Knights of Malta Washington Commandery elects new officers

A regular session at Ted Men's hall on South Main avenue concluded with a significant business session and an election for the upcoming term. Gwilym Jones was chosen sir knight commander, Frank B. Brydon generalissimo, Elias J. Pugh captain memorial, George Stephens prelate, Scott L. Sehater recorder, John M. Edwards assistant recorder, John J. Morgans treasurer, Henry B. Jacobs senior warden, and Dr. George B. Bench trustee for eighteen months.

Knights of Malta Washington Commandery No. 6S Ted Men's Hall South Main Avenue Gwilym Jones Frank 8. Brydon Elias J. Pugh George Stephens Scott L. Sehater John M. Edwards

Meridian man starts New York job. neighbors share news

Ira Smith of Meridian street left yesterday for a new position in New York City. Mr and Mrs George Keen of South Main avenue are being congratulated. Joseph W Lloyd and L R Morgan of Wilkes-Barre returned from a visit with friends here. C R Shryer of North Main avenue entertains his father R K S Shryer of Cumberland NC. John Thomas of South Rebecca avenue returned from Peckville. Sidney Clark of New York City returned home after visiting Mr and Mrs George Benove. Miss Christine Martin of Pittston returned after visiting Mrs William N Chase. Richard J Hughes of North Bromley avenue is at Williamsport on business. Mrs F C Hall of North Main avenue is visiting in Philadelphia.

Ira Smith Meridian Street New York City George Keen South Main Avenue Cause Joseph W. Lloyd L. R. Morgan Wilkes-Barre C. R. Shryer North Main Avenue Shryer Cumberland N. C John Thomas South Rebecca Avenue Peckville Sidney Clark George Benove Christine Martin Pittston Hae William N. Chase North Bromley Avenue Richard J. Hughes Williamsport F. C. Hall North Matin Avenue Philadelphia

Proposed church suppers and services weeklong

An initial supper will be held at Simpson Methodist Church this evening with church ladies whose names begin from A to EB in charge. Special services at Allis Mission corner Crisp Avenue and Division Street continue all week with strong interest. Last evening leaders were Charles Pinnich and David Lloyd, and tonight John Edwards will be in charge.

Simpson Methodist Church Allis Mission Crisp Avenue Division Street Snelling Charles Pinnich David Lloyd John Edwards

Globe Warehouse Annual Sale Slashes Muslin Underwear Prices

Hundreds of women in the city embrace the annual ten day sale as regular stock undergarments are offered at genuine savings. The store stresses the same quality as normal stock and targets the medium and better class trade.

Sale of Muslin Garments Offers Wide Range at Reduced Prices

The advertisement promotes a ten day sale of ladies muslin garments including chemises drawers corset covers and gowns. It emphasizes quality materials elaborate styles and extensive choice with prices ranging across several sample figures and mentions baby and children's drawers and gowns available at reduced rates.

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Kemp's Balsam Cure Ad

Some foolish people let a cough run beyond medicine reach and say it will wear away. Kemp's Balsam, sold with a positive guarantee to cure, shows excellent effect after the first dose. Trial size free. At all druggists. Price, 25 and 50 cents.

Evening meeting and mine payroll updates in town

Tomorrow evening Charles W. Lull will lead. Briggs mines employees were paid Tuesday. Tilectria City commandery No. 177 Kalehte of Malta meets in regular session at Masonic hall this evening. Officers for the ensuing term to be elected. Delaware Lackawanna and Western collieries schedule working days this week. 412 North Main avenue offers clairvoyant and phrenologist services.

Charles W. Lull Briggs Mines Tilectria City Commandery No. 177 Kalehte Malta Masonic Hall Delaware, Lackawanna and Western

Weddings in Holy Rosary Church Highlight North Scranton Day

Miss Katie Ruddy of West Market street wed Michael Neary of Mary street in Holy Rosary church with Rev. Peter Lynott officiating. A reception followed at Mrs Neary’s on West Market street as friends congratulated the couple. Also, John Matlos and Katie Cawley wed in Holy Rosary, and Kate Clifford married Patrick Timlin with receptions at the bride’s home on Yard street.

Holy Rosary Church Katie Ruddy West Market Street Michael Newry Mary Street Peter Lynott John Matlos Oak Street Katie Cawley Yard Street Holy Reary Church Kate Clifford Patrick Timlin Father Lynott

Warrant Hearings Pass in Alderman Roberts Court

John Kalasky faced arrest in Roberts court over an alleged assault by Jacob Morgan. Kalasky showed a facial mark he said came from Morgan’s iron bolt, while Morgan claimed self defense. The judge also discharged J E Johnson on cruelty to animals with costs charged to G F Turner.

John Kalasky Roberts Jacob Morgan Kulasky Morgans Kalasky Morgane Wis J. E. Johnson G. F. Turner Alderman Roberts Mr. Johnson Turner

Harmony Benefit Events At Home Of The Friendless

An afternoon and evening program organized for charity will feature local talent and the Green Ridge quartet. The event aims to attract broad public support and assist the Home of the Friendless. Meanwhile Providence Gas and Water on West Market Street repaired a major leak causing temporary street flooding. David Price of Edna Avenue is seriously ill. The Puritan Congregational church plans an Easter Saturday event on April 10. A Christian Endeavor choir rehearsal is set for this evening at the Presbyterian church. Grace Henderson of Arthur Street has returned home from Luzerne after visiting relatives.

Green Ridge Providence Gas and Water Company West Market Street David Price Edna Avenue Puritan Congregational Church Christian Endeavor Choir Presbyterian Church North Main Avenue Grace Henderson Arthur Street Luzerne

Dunmore Social News and Upcoming Local Events

Miss Mary Manly and John Burke wed at St Marys church in Dunmore yesterday. Agnes Farrell and John Timlin to be married there on Feb 22. Borough taxes due soon. 5 percent penalty after Feb 15. National Drum Corps to hold first annual masquerade March 16. Ladies Temperance supper set for Feb 21 in Young Men’s Hall. Chris Han Endeavor met after prayer meeting. Rev. Bulginto conducting Christian church meetings in Hawley. Union Musical Club aided singing. D J Smith injured, breaking a rib. Rev F Gibbons preaching in Hawley. Harry Smith of Smith Brothers visited Olyphant. Lizzie Biesecker marked seventeenth birthday with friends and games. Guests included many local youths and families.

Mary Manly Potter Street John Burke Pittston St. Mary's Church Rosa McDonough Fast Drinker Street Mr. McCarty Agnes Farrell John Timlin W. E. Correll Borough of Dunmore Ladies’ Temperance Society Trev W. F. Gibbons Presbyterian Church Ip Hawley Harry Smith Smith Brothers Olyphant Miss Lizzie Anna Riddall Loucretia Hartley Sadie Spettigue Edith Crawford Mae Mann Minnie Purdencamper Mattie Mattison Ethel Jackson Gertrude Mitchell George Boettigue Philip Smith Reuben Jones Will Riddall Fred Hartley Ernest Watrous Friend Stone Walter Biesecker Eli Mitch

Anniversary of St Marys Glee and Dramatic Association

The St Marys Glee and Dramatic Association marked seven years since its founding with a banquet and social at St Marys Hall. Rev Fathers Christ Briehl and Stopper toasted the group after a programme of music, recitations, club swinging, and a German selection, followed by dancing and extensive hospitality.

Fathers Christ, Briehl and Stopper Mack Wil Barn

Third Week of February Shoe Sale Draws Crowds

The notice promotes a two tier sale with discounts across the store. It lists price cuts on Ladies and Mens and Children's fine shoes from six dollars down to two fifty, highlighting quality and low prices as the reason for increased business.

Footwear sale cuts prices on ladies and misses shoes

The Newark store lists three lots of ladies shoes in small sizes at 50c 75c and 1.00 per pair from original 3 to 6. Men s hand sewn shoes in sizes and widths at 2.50 3.00. Misses calf shoes 1.00 pair Misses grain shoes 0.50 pair. Two annual sales August and February clear stock and keep items fresh.

Newark

Money Saving Opportunity At The Newark Shoe Store

A social gathering at the Germania hall featured a fundraising programme with many article prizes won. Obituaries note the death of Mrs Elizabeth Vail in Green Grove and funeral plans for Montdale burial. Another memorial records Mrs Michael Mearty of Mayfield Yard passing in Jermyn with services to be held at St Rose's Church Carbondale.

Church of Peace Germania Hall Eilaabeth Vail Green Grove Daniel Miles Mra Kate Roberts Montdale Cemetery Michael Mearty Mayflald Yard Jermyn John Meehan Mayfield St. Rose's Church St. Rowe Cemetery Carbondale

Notable Cedar Avenue incidents and a Cedar avenue wedding

Owen Walsh is jailed on assault charges after his wife’s report. A fire at Crown avenue damages a barn and belongings including livestock and a cart. Miss Margaret Meesitt wed Michael McGuire at St Peter's cathedral, with reception at the bride's home. couple to Chicago for a wedding tour before settling on Cedar avenue.

Excelsior Euchre Club Meets At Chaies Bury Home

The Excelsior Euchre Club held its final gathering at Chaies Bury's East Market street home last night with refreshments and a pleasant evening. The next meeting will be hosted by Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Parker on Monsey Avenue.

Excelsior Euchre Chaies Bury East Market Street J. D. Parker Mutesey Tvenue Medumin Foster Greenidee Street Philadelphia Linzie Brandt Fordham Rrest Cordelia Jd¢ckson Monteo Abbes Nellie Lewis Grace Lutts Grace Gootricn Florence Yeager Maud Codner Leota Lewit Charlie St. John Frank Edgar Harry Angle Louis Uraux Lew Hoberts Chester Wells James Cooper William Lawremer Arthur Trown Harry Strene Herbert Warner William Frank Fred Strong James Jordan Newark N. J Monsey Avenue Emily Yost Elmira N. Y Mrs. Brown Albright Avenue

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