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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1897
Page
6
Drs. Henwood and Wardell perform anaesthetic service in the city, noted as finest in their field. The report highlights their skill and trusted practice in medical procedures and patient care.
J G Stelle and W McClare are in New York by H L Kays returns from a New Jersey tour. Miss Kate Taggart leaves Mulberry Street for Philadelphia. Wade M Finn resumes duties after a week’s absence due to illness. his wife remains seriously ill. Mrs Mills and Miss Daley Holts visit in Honesdale. Mary E H McAndrew to wed Teney Brownlee in New York’s Church of the Assumption. John Fitzsimmons joins Black & Tyne agency in Traders' National Bank building. Dr John Price of Chester has rented a law office in 280 Washington Ave after Berlin study. alumnus of UPenn class of ’93. Fred Hoschke of Brooklyn, 26, leads a major Brooklyn church choir and is a noted composer. Fantancill the hypnotist, yesterday in New York to see Nathan Vidaver. unlikely to appear there again this year.
The Carbondale returns detail that two council seats were won by Republicans in the First Ward, shifting control of the common council. Edwhi Moon defeated P. F. Mohit for the di rector post in the Second Ward by a narrow margin, with many wards listing names and vote counts for school controllers assessors and inspectors of election.
The mud entertainment of St Johns Total Abstinctive and Benevor lent society last night featured music and recitations in its Capouse avenue hall. Timothy Burke presided with opening remarks. the program included solos, duets, a quartet, singing and dancing numbers, and a declamation by Geo McMillan.
Sequel to arrest and discharge of Wilam Dwyer, saloon keeper on Mrs Rotis charges. John Pollack caused arrest of Rotis husband Mire over larceny. Pollack alleged to have sent funds to purchase beer, Rotis accused of taking 310 dollars. Motheon freed after hearing. further hearing planned.
Miss Jentile McGoff was laid to rest after a 10 am requiem mass at St Peter's Cathedral. Rev J A O Reilly delivered the sermon praising her Christian character. Cathedral choir under Professor Behilling performed the musical portion. Pallbearers included John Hertig, John Dwyer, James Reewan, John Narain, John M Causey and A J Mahon. Interment followed at Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery.
Paddy Moran, Scranton pupil, was assaulted Saturday night during a row and taken to central police station before admission to Dr Thompson's private hospital. He is in critical condition with serious injuries though not yet fatal, as reports say. Moran admitted his misdemeanor at hearing and was fined 210. His son aided him after the incident.
Yesterday A Fisher caused the arrest of Eiic Garnell who runs a tobacco stand on Providence road on an assault and battery charge. Evidence showed Fisher and a companion visited Garnell's store Sun day when Garnell ordered them out. Fisher struck with a heavy blow to the neck and a kick to the thigh. Bail was set at 200 by Alderman Howe and furnished for Garnell's court appearance.
The W C A notes report a special meeting for the South Side association club the T Will Trust. A noon prayer session is planned Thursday in the association rooms at 1210 o clock. Miss Morgan leads the millinery class as it makes progress. Helen Brooks visits southeastern Pennsylvanian institutions while Miss Mary Thompson accepts a role with American Volunteers and will serve in Harlem North Carolina with Captains Masland and Green. The Tuesday evangel program resumed after a delay due to the Christian Endeavor anniversary. Officers and department heads including Eva Bhore Elisabeth Decream Mrs Lowry Swingle Esther Rowlands Louise Linder Alta Bailey Janet Adams and Griffiths with others attended. A Northfield convention symposium from last year was featured, with Adams Deersam Linder Hancock Short and Mrs Lowry taking part.
A claim promotes Moud's Sarsaparilla Pills as a universal cure for bad diseases and indigestion. The ad touts ease of use and operation, promising comprehensive health benefits without citing medical evidence or sources.
James Grier wins key Third Ward race amid a tense battle for mayoral leadership as Schriefer Welsh and Jennings men clash. Wirth's Nineteenth Ward defeat prompts reflection on future council gains and shifts in city politics.
Attorney J. F. Burr filed an application for a charter for the Union Tabernacle Presbyterian Church of Carbondale. Petitioners include Joseph W. Wee and Charles Cushn.
A set of names including Peter Curnow Fenwilek Williams William Chum Marin oO ver J B Paulmountain John B Tunls ley and George BE Brandow appears in a WHPF segment. The fragment suggests a community or broadcast context with multiple individuals named.
Lackawanna Railroad directs to a new turnpike grade crossing parallel to the Providence and Abington pike. Mr Streator and Mr Leach, aiding the project, met Mayor Mulley after noon to present a dispute. A Delaware, Lackawanna and Western crossing and bridge would cost 2100 with the city contributing the same. They sought to set a $1,500 appropriation and would appear before Alington Township officials with city engineer Difilips and Mr Chittenden.
A evening meeting at College aims to arrange fundraisers for the poor. Supper service in College Hall next Monday and Tuesday evenings organized by the St. Vincent de Paul society of the cathedral parish. Ticket sales urged at tonight's meeting and before. Proceeds will aid the city’s worthy poor.
The Lackawanna County Sunday School Association began its convention yesterday in Moscow. Speeches were given by FLOR. Trivey of Dickson City Professor Martin of Moscow Rev Dr HLT Roop of Highspl Pa and J L Haldeman of Scranton. Sessions continue today in Dickson City and tomorrow evening in Jermyn.
William Dwyer owner of a South Washington saloon appeared before Alderman Howe for allegedly selling whiskey on Sunday and a linked larceny in dealing with Samuel Rotis who moved to the city. The testimony suggested an attempted burglary against the innkeeper, and the charges were dismissed.
Annie E Miller through attorney Charles L Hawley began divorce proceedings on grounds of cruelty. The couple wed October 14, 1852 and separated June 1, 1908. The petition requests a divorce on cruelty grounds.
In argument court yesterday United Security Life Insurance and Trust Company of Philadelphia v Armitte Safford rule to seaside sheriff sale Washburn Moon Manufacturing Company v borough of Olyphant rule to obtain judgment heard in this session.
A forty-voice choir will perform Soul of Tarsus in the parlors of Green Ridge Presbyterian Church on Thursday evening February 18. Tickets are 20 cents. Also advertised: a laxative product Bromo Quinine Tablets guaranteed to cure a cold in one day with refund if not effective at 25 cents.
Died In Scranton Pennsylvani a Anthony Francis Lamond son of Patrick Lamond of 431 Phelps street funeral tomorrow at 8 pm burial In Hyde Park Catholic cemetery. Payne In Scranton February 1 Lon o T Payne aged do years funeral Thursday morning at 11 o'clock at Second Presbyterian church interment at Pastor Pa. Barrett In Scranton February 1 Mere Barrett wife of Patrick Barrett of WS Taylor avenue funeral Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock.
A full attendance at Inst Hight's Joint Estimates Committee gathering failed to decide on restoring items cut from the police and fire department budgets. The process adjourned until next Monday, with prior cuts totaling about 31,000 below revenue estimates of 28,000, and talks centering on restoring some of the earlier expunged appropriations.
Mr. J. B. Morse has moved his exhibition to Wyoming avenue second door above the Traders Bank. The show can continue for only a few days.
The sale lists hundreds of odd ware bargains with open stock patterns of decorated dinner ware in sets. The decision to include them was based on quick sale potential, not value, featuring Haviland & Co French china and Maddock's English porcelain among the best goods.
A New York buyer sends a varied stock of Japanese china to a local shop. Crumb brushes and trays sell quickly at 25 cents each while cups saucers and bonbon dishes appear in small lots at a quarter. Several unusual pieces and three price styles attract customers. visit to see the broader selection is encouraged.
Free eye examinations offered by Silverstone the eye specialist at Lackawanna avenue. Prices claim to be the cheapest in the city with solid gold rimmed spectacles 1.50, nickel bows 0c to 1.50, aluminum bows 2.00, colored glasses 0.25 to 1.25. Large line of reading glasses at 2c, opera and magnifying glasses discounted. Office hours 8 a.m. to 12 m and 1 to 6 p.m. Satisfaction guaranteed.
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