Knights of Malaga to Install Officers in West Scranton
Members of Electric City commandery No. 177 Knights of Malta met at Masonic hall for a regular session. Installation of officers set for Thursday evening March 3 at the West Side Masonic hall with Willan H. Powell reelected as commander and others named: D. J. Jones generalissimo, F. S. Gillingham captain-general, E. S. Walker prelate, C. J. Hall senior warden, DE. Williams recorder, A. T. Biddle man assistant recorder, W. W. Hayward treasurer, D. V. Foote trustee for eighteen months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Electric City
Knights of
Social Gatherings Highlight Be Lea's Tourist Club Activities
Mrs W J Morgans hosted a ladies party at 210 North Main Avenue with aunts from various cities. A surprise visit for Miss Blanche Corey occurred at Weat Linden Street hosted by Mr and Mrs C L Biddleman. Be Lea's Tourist Club plans its first annual ball February 21 at Mears Hall with P J McAndrew leading arrangements.
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Mra
W. J. Morgans
North Main Avenue
T. M. Miller
Henry Niemeyer
P. Miller
H.C. Miller
Kingston
A. V. Gishig
C. C. Battenburg
Emma Millhouse
Factoryeiiie
Thomas Eynon
Floyd Blasel
Charles Ginader
Willam Lerp
M. C
R. Biddleman
Lawrence Zink
Hert Hilgert
Fred. Myers
Harry Kellow
Roy Hartman
Factoryville
Be. Lea's
Mears’ Hall
P. J. McAndrew
Funeral services for J Franklin Lott held at home
The funeral for J Franklin Lott was held yesterday morning at 1208 Academy Street. The service featured a cloth covered casket and a wreath of floral tributes with many friends and relatives in attendance, including representatives from the Pocono tribe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Franklin Lott
Academy Street
Funeral Service for Deceased Member of Thirteenth Regiment
The No. 0 Improved Order of Red Men and Company 8 of the Thirteenth regiment attended the funeral. Rev. Fr PP Doty of Hampton Street Methodist church delivered the funeral sermon. The body was viewed and buried at Overfield cemetery in Meahoppen with pallbearers drawn from the lodge.
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PP Doty
Hampton Street Methodist Church
Meahoppen
Overfield
Jodie
Local Briefs Highlight Moves and Illnesses Around Scranton
Miss Margaret Williams of Chestnut Street returns from a visit among Wilkes-Barre friends. Miss Bertha Wittick of Washburn Street visits Wilkes-Barre friends, and Miss Emma Hall of Clark's Summit returns home after a visit here. Frank Belden of New Haven resumes duties after visiting with his family. Miss Irene Kreger of Swelland Street recovers from illness and is able to go out. Thomas J. Jones of Jackson Street travels to Richmond Pa by family illness. Dr. J. P. Walker of Bellevue named medical examiner for West Scranton Ladies Catholic Benevolent Association. The Jones daughter of Acker Avenue is seriously ill. Moses James of Snyder Avenue is homebound with a serious illness. M Nihil of St. Louis visits Scranton relatives.
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Margaret Williams
Chestnut Street
Quite
Bertha Wittick
Washburn Street
Wilkes-Barre
Edward Lawall
Emma Hall
Clark
Frank Belden
Railroad Young Men's Christian Dccoojation
New Haven, Conn
Mies Irene Kreger
Swelland Street
Thomas J. Jones
Jackson Street
Richmond
J. P. Walker
Bellevue
West Scranton
Moses James
Snyder Avenue
M. J. Nihil
St. Louis
Ladies Social Notes Highlight Local Church Events
Minor news items report the Simpson Methodist church ladies serving an initial supper to a large audience, followed by social time. Miss Martha Evans hosted an excellent supper on North Garfield Avenue with strong patronage and funds raised. The St Mark's Lutheran Woman's Guild led the event. A West Side hospital board meeting occurred with routine business.
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Simpson Methodist Church
Martha Evans
North Garfield Avenue
Woman's Guild
St. Mark’s Lutheran Church
West Side Business Directory Mrs Fenton Clairvoyant
Mrs Fenton operates as a clairvoyant and phrenologist at 412 North Main Avenue in the West Side business directory. The listing notes her services and location for local patrons seeking psychic readings and head-reader consultations.
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West Side
Fenton
North Main Avenue
Dobbs Quick Knocks Out Peaker in Baltimore Bout
Bobby Dobbs defeated Charley Peaker of Georgia in three rounds before 2,500 fans at the Baltimore Athletic Club. Peaker, claiming the South lightweight title, was easily handled. Jim Judge of Scranton supported Dobbs as they head to Carbondale for a looming match with Bob Kane in Scranton next Wednesday night.
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Baltimore
Bobby Dobbs
Charley Peaker
Georgia
Baltimore Athletic Club
Peaker
South
Dobbs
Jim Judge
Scranton
Carbondale
Bob Kane
San Francisco
John J. Skelly
Annual Sale Brings Real Savings to Women Shoppers
Hundreds of women in the city welcome a ten day price reduction described as an annual boon. The sale offers the same regular stock, aimed at the medium and better class trade, with goods said to be as conscientiously made as possible. The notice emphasizes that these are genuine savings, not fantasies.
Sale of gowns and Corset Covers in ten day event
Advertises a ten day sale of ladies garments including gowns Corset Covers drawers and slips. Features include standard muslin and trimmed pieces with wide style choices and price cuts. emphasizes quality and fashionable styles for women. Prices listed in small cents and dollars with a strong focus on value and large assortment.
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Hables
Miner James McGowan Dies After North Scranton Rock Fall
James McGowan a Leggett's Creek miner was crushed by a rock fall while preparing a blast. He died soon after being moved to his home at Bloom Avenue and Oak Street. His death follows the recent passing of his close friend John Man ley. McGowan leaves a wife and four children.
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James McGowan
Leggett’s Creek
McGowan
Bloom Avenue
Oak Street
John Manley
McClowan
North Adt
Chronothonatoletron Charity Evening Delights Town
The entertainment last evening in Company H harmony for the Home for the Friendless drew a large throng. An overture by Conrad's orchestra and a salutation by Rev. W. G. Watkins opened the program followed by the Green Ridge quartette and animated tableaux. Mrs. Bright directed with aid from George Tranger Fred Phillips C. W. Benjamin A. Th. Simrell William Bright Art Norton B. E. Fitzgerald Richard Thomas Jy James Crown Harry Beers Ralph McDonnell Frank McDonnell Miss Anna Mulley and Mr Trauger. The event was well run and praised those who assisted.
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Anna Morel
Conrad
W. G. Watkins
North Main Avenue Baptist Church
Green Ridge
Willie Bright
Jennie Reap
Avoca
Canwallon Heese
Storrs
Dickson
John Kolesky
Seth Smith
Jacob Morgan
Alderman Fidler
Bath
Iife
Morgan
Robert
Maggie Hughes
Brick Avenue
Cecelia Thomas
Putnam Street
Fidler
Hughes
Mra
John A. James
Green Ridge Street
Nanticoke
Willie
Mire
W. Watkins
North Main Avenue
William Thomas
Jermyn
Simon Thomas
Reese Street
Pittston
RF. J. Lewis
West Market Street
Oulen
Charles Perry
Parker Street
Lillian Hoskins
Taywr
W. 8. Millay
Company H
Armory
T. P. Reagan
Miss Manning
Lenox
Susquehanna County
Washington Birthday Program At No 26 School Composed
The No 26 school room of Miss Grace Laurent presents an afternoon program honoring Washington's birthday. The lineup includes Virginia Reel songs recitations and sketches by students Joseph Mell Edgar Richards James Eleby Oliver Powell Edgar Sanders Emma Morgan Carrie Evans Eloise Griffiths Marion Hill Emma White Mamie Evans Alice Lewis Harriet Lloyd Wilhelmina Griffin Arrington Craigman and others with titles such as A Bachelor of Maine The Dead Kitten Red White and Blue Prayer and Potatoes Too Big to Kiss Our Hero and America among musical numbers choruses and a charade reflecting the celebration.
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Marion Hill
Emma White
Mamie Evans
Alice Lewis
Arrington Craigman
Silver Jay
Harriet Lloyd
Wilhelmina Griffin
Hero
America
John Manley's Funeral Held After Mine Accident
The funeral for John Manley, killed by a rock fall in the Von Storch mine, was held yesterday afternoon from his West Market Street home. The service at Holy Rosary church was described as touching, with burial in Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery.
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John Manley
von Storch
West Market Street
Keyser Avenue
Holy Rosary Churet
Hyde Park Cathole
Miss Jennie Reap Visits Avoca Then Returns Home
A series of local notes records people visiting relatives, minor accidents, arrests, and social visits in Avoca and nearby towns. Items include Miss Jennie Reap returning home, a blacksmith injury at Storrs shaft, boiler trouble at Dickson colliery, and various courthouse cases.
Kemp's Balsam Promises Quick Cough Cure
Some people let a cough run its course until medicine can no longer reach it. Kemp's Balsam offers a guaranteed cure with immediate relief after the first dose. Sold widely in druggists with a trial size available.
Goethe's Visit to Carlsbad and Sprudel Salt Claim
Article extols Goethe's life lengthened by Sprudel waters at Carlsbad and introduces Carlsbad Sprudel Salt powder made from evaporated water. It claims the salt eases bile irritation and obstructions with soothing action, best with outdoor exercise, and authentic bottles bear Eisner & Mendelson Co. New York signature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carlsbad
New York
Dunmore News Roundup Touches Weddings and Woes
Mrs George Mirta returns to Newark from visiting in Dunmore while Harry Bovard travels to Boston to see a brother. Mrs V Wert Mrs L Hopkins and Mrs Edith Wert depart for Philadelphia for Lettie McCulloughs wedding. A two year old child dies. funeral at Mt Carmel cemetery. Others ill or injured include Mrs George Howard and Charles W Smith. Religious societies meet and social events fill evenings with installations entertainments and fundraisers.
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George Mirta
Oswald
Dudley Street
Newark
Harry Bovard
Boston
Conservatory
V. Wert
Luther Hopkins
Edith Wert
Philadelphia
Lettie McCullough
Patrick McDonnell
Monroe Avenue
Soclock
Mt. Carmel
George Howard
East Drinker Street
Charles WH. Smith
Lewis Sisco
D. J. Smith
Cherry Street
Smith
Ladies’ Missionary Society
The
Presbyterian Church
William Boyd
Pearl Sutcliffe
Grace Barlow
Pittston
A. M. Bingham
North Blakely Street
Young Ladies’ Mission Circle
Kate Reardon
John Golden
Frank Cullen
John Burke
John Ryan
Spencer and Murray Company
Peter Murray
Keystone
James Monahan
Mr. Cauley
B. Morgan
Miss Mularky
Karney
Edith Miller
Garfield Angwin
Miss N. Houghton
Loyal Temperance Legion to Organize in Green Ridge
A Loyal Temperance Legion will be organized in Green Ridge this evening at the home of Frank Fidgar on Wyoming avenue. All young people are ardently invited to attend.
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Temperance Legion
Green Ridge
Frank Fidgar
Wyoming Avenue
Elk Club Claims Bowling Championship After Ten Game Series
The Elk bowling club won six of ten games to secure the championship against Backus. Wharton of the Elks posted the highest average at 171, Gibbons 141, while Westpfahl of the Backus team had the top individual score with 14? points.
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Elk and Backus
Elk’s Alley
Elk's Club
Wharton
The
Elks
Gibbons
Westpfhal
Backus
Riley Poem Echoes a Friend’s Death and Defiant Hope
The speaker recalls a friend’s calm farewell and a later return of joy despite loss. James Whitcomb Riley’s verse ends with a whispered laugh and renewed strength, as memories mingle with hopeful resolve.
Weyandt children defend home amid injunction bid in Scranton
In South Scranton, six Weyandt children hold their Elm Street home against constables after a sale dispute. William Weyandt seeks an injunction to block forcible possession by new owners, with a court ruling expected Saturday morning. The family remains well supplied and vigilant as legal action continues.
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Weyandt
Elm
Mink
Miller
William Weyandt
Frederick Weyandt
William
Electric City Tourist Club to Host First Anniversary Evening
The Electric City Tourist Club plans an evening of unalloyed pleasure at St Johns hall for its first annual entertainment. The program features piano solos, vocal performances, recitations, dancing, and club swinging with several local artists.
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Electric City Tourist Club
St. John’s Hall
Henrietta J
Frederick Pauli
Elm Street
St John’s Hall
Kate Reardon
Sydney Hughes
Thomas Hundley
Rose Arrmeni
Michael Reap
Kelly and
Philbin
Elden and Steinbach
Agnes Coyne
John Burke
Anthony Freeman
F.C. Hass
St. Pauls Evangelical Lutheran Church
Forest Hill Cemetery
John Ward and Son
Prospect Avenue
Wilkes-Barre
Thexory Street Presbyterian Church
Stewart Reeser
Cedar Avenue
Whitlim R K Owens Pioneer Resident Dies at 50
Whitlim R K Owens of Carmarthen shire South Wales born came to America after adulthood and settled in Providence. A longtime chorister and senior deacon at North Main Avenue Baptist Church he belonged to Carintian lodge American True Ivorites and Foresters. Survived by wife and children John Elizabeth Miriam Rachel and Hattie. Funeral tomorrow at 10 from his home to North Main Avenue Baptist Church with Rev W O Watkins officiating. Interment Washburn Street Cemetery.
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North End
Whitlim RK
Owens
Brick Avenue
Mr. Owens
Carmarthenshire
South Wales
Providence
North Main Avenue
North Main Avenue Baptist Church
W.og. Watkins
W. F. Davis
J. A. Evans
R. 8. Jones
Washburn Street Cemetery
Railways The Better Word Abroad Says A Railroad Talker
A speaker recommends using railways instead of railroads as a more accurate term, noting international usage and the improving precision in naming rail transport. The remark frames railways as the preferred global convention and hints at broader comparative statistics on rail systems.
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the Sun
Global railways and geographic reach of tracks
The article estimates 433,963 miles of rail worldwide broken down by region with North America leading total and the United States nearly matching Europe Asia and Africa combined. It compares rail density by area and by population, highlighting Asia as the future growth zone and providing ratios such as one mile of track per 16 miles of territory in the United States.
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Earth
Europe
Africa
Austria
Insia
North America
South America
Asia
United States
Australasia
City January finances report shows balances and receipts
City Treasurer Boland presents January finances listing cash on hand at year start, delinquent tax collections, city taxes and penalties, building permits, interest on sinking funds, payments of assessments and warrants, and bond redemptions. overall balance shown as 416.42.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boland
Council
McGintey
Dain- Tung
Puig Eccviers
IBC Lok
EBL
About Sleep Walkers and Their Narrow Escapes
Hartford Courant recounts sleep walkers wandering on streets and rooftops with tales of near misses. Anonymous observers share incidents of wakeful somnambulists finding danger, including one who picked nuts under a nut tree before falling, and a child nearly harmed by barrels near a stair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Hartford Courant
Wsnally
Miss Maud Granger Says Health, Beauty Depend on Life Choices
Interview from 1883 features Miss Maud Granger claiming recent recovery and plans for a touring season. She cites emotional strain and tears in roles, warns women suffer from hidden ills, and endorses Warner's Safe Cure as essential to health and vitality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miss Maud Granger
United States
Miss Granger
Men of News
Legion
Ufe
America
Warner
Death of Ann Nihil in West Beranton
In Weat Beranton on February 17, 1898 Mrs. Ann Nihil aged 7 years died at 7 North Ninth Street.
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Nihil
Weat Beranton
Ann Nihil
North Ninth Street
Steamship Arrivals and Departures in New York
The list records ships arriving in New York from Bremen and Liverpool and Rotterdam sailing actions. Vessels include Lahn Fremon Havel Obdam Edam and Teutonic Germanic Rotter dam and Queenstown departures.
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New York
Lahn
Fremon
Bremen
Havel
Liverpool
Teutonic
Queenstown
Germanic
Rotterdam
Obdam
Amsterdam
Edam
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Knights of Malta
Sir Knight Commander
Powell
West Side Masonic Hall
J. Franklin Low
W. J. Morgane
Mra. C. le Biddieman
Social
J. F. Lott
Scranton Tribune
Globe Warehouse
Die
She
Hill
Mic
North Scranton
Legget's Creek
Company H Armory
School, Entertainment
Goethe
Dunmore
FLK
Evke
Gibbens
Dimler
al Bron Caves
Jackson
Westpfahl
Ereesnescenei
Old
James Whitcomb Riley
South Scranton
Ireland
Woet Berinton
Andrew Nihil
St. Patrick's Church
Elizabeth Hawley
Aroguini
Peni
Ann Flannery
San Antonio
Tex
Mary Hermitage
New York City
Arrew Mapkine
Thoms Gaynor
Emma
Mary Nihil
Thomas R. Nihil
Thin Ely
William Judd Edwards
West
One Hundred and Fifth Street
Brooklyn
Tim
Brebbins & Bloodgood
Wall Étreat
al Beers & Edwards
Stock Exchange
Greenwood Cemetery
Joseph Burke
W. J. Burke
Bt. Patrick's Cemetery
Olyphant
Railroads
CITY
Holand
Felix LE Brun
Walter W. Branson
Jonas Long's Sons
Jonas Long
AJAX
Beranton
Matthews Broa
H.C. Sunderson
Dave
Cook
Bmedy Co
Masonic Tewle
Chicago
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