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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 19, 1896

Page

5

City Notes on Church Events and Social Gatherings

The Young People's society of the Penn Avenue Baptist church set a weight sale in the church packets. Middle members of the First Presbyterian church serve their annual dinner Saturday noon to six. Mrs. M A Tebinatein’s funeral at 2 today at Gate Warhupton avenue. A Cherry Tree Local attracts many young women to the Y W C A rooms last evening. Florence mission managers meet this morning. Green Ridge Wheelmen returned to the club house on Sanderson avenue and entertained friends. KIL CE society of the Tinsted Evangelical church hosts a birthday event Friday evening with a door offering. Mrs. Sarah T Rover of the Philadelphia Cooking School will lecture six sessions on Washington avenue near Foot & Shhwars beginning Monday afternoon at 2 and continuing daily. Families urged to attend.

Young People's Society Penn Avenue First Presbyterian Church M. A. Tebinatein E. Moses Gite Warhupton Avenue Young Women's Christen Association Florence Green Ridge Clit House Sanderson Avenue K. IL. C. E. Society Tinsted Evangelical Church Capetise Avenue Friends of the Society Sarah T. Rover Philadelphia

That Chemical Again Phoenix Firm Quells File Store Fire

A fire at Montgomery's feed and produce store on West Lackawanna avenue was quelled by a chemical engine after a still alarm at 5 50 oclock. The blaze started in a pile of bugs on the fourth floor due to an overheated oil stove. Little damage occurred. the Moor was slightly burned and a bin of onions destroyed by the chemical extinguisher.

Montgomery West Lackawanna Avenue

My Wife's Friend Delights at Academy of Music

The Academy of Music audience enjoyed a delightful surprise last night with a strong performance. Willam C. Andrews drew crowd praise for his comedy and company, though he could not appear tonight due to a booked engagement in Wilkes-Barre. Society patrons filled the house and left well satisfied.

Academy of Music Willam C. Andrews Wilkes-Barre

Store Buildings Sold to Krotosky and Mirschfield

A New York real estate deal transferred ownership of properties at Lucka Wanda Avenue to William and Isadore Krotosky and Leo Hirschfield, with Joe Mirschfield also listed. Holinson Bros. of New York sold Nos. 17 and 19 for 90000 dollars, granting ten year terms to the buyers.

William Isadore Krotosky Joe Mirschfield Lucka- Wanda Avenue Holinson Bros New York City Willint Isadore Kirtouky Cubis City Leo Hirschfield New York Theit Chase Krotoskys Trinke Bultdline Noe S17 Behimpf Jeweler Woolworth

Shoes Stolen From Prisoner In Station Cell

Yesterday at Monse station a prisoner named Quinn in cell No 8 had a new pair of shoes stolen from the cell doorway. The theft occurred on the corridor where inmates pass before bed, leaving authorities to suspect a theft by another inmate.

Jude Patrick Quinn Quintinti’ i Pisanen

Lodging Guest Flees With Shore Loot After Night Stay

A man who lodged there overnight used a broom handle to fish the shore out of a cell and vanished with the items in the morning. The thief left no old shoes behind and would have been barefoot on discharge yesterday without the janitress finding Captain Ed ward’s trilby covers for him.

Edwards Quinn

Regret letter declines Elk social session invite

A message from Cumre dian Toland Heed replies to an invitation for the February 21 social session honoring John Z Watkin. The Shorchauny Washington DC committee Scranton Lodge of Wks Gentlemen and Brothers convey thanks but Toland cannot attend due to professional commitments, sending best wishes for Brother Watkin and the event atmosphere.

The Elk John Z. Watkine Washington, D.C Roe Scranton Wks John 1 Watking Brother Watkine

Bunco Unfolds at Poll HQ Over Missing $8

A yellow dachshund visitor alerted Chief Simpson to a bunco scheme at Poll headquarters. The victim was duped by a stranger posing as a ticket seller who offered two show tickets then vanished with $8 after promising a theater ticket. The con was described as involving colored tokens and a fake stakes game.

Simpson Penn Avenue

Trithy Dramatization At Academy Of Mine

Four act version of George J Maurier's Trilby adapted by Paul M Potter to be staged by A M tathers company at the Academy of Mine on Wednesday and Thursday with previews of key performers. Cast includes Sol Smith Ruswell in The Rivals style role and Kitty Starlight noted for mobility and energy. Prodigal Father comes to Pavitt theater for three days starting tomorrow with a large, trained cast and updated songs and dances.

George J Mauriers Paul M. Potter A. M. Tathers Company Academy of Mine Laleen Potter Ben Clever Tortle Burke Conroe Don Gsart Bee Kitty Starlight Academy Sol Smith Ruswell Bol Aerea Joseph Jefferson Tntereat Haute Hils Vile City Althoneh Biaviae Russell Paviat Theater Hurles Hoyle Nut M. Wilk Dave J. Halpin Dred, Walz Lyon Welther Herbert Deutare George Allen Marjorie Pale Annie Mack Marguerite Franklin Carrie Graham Little Irene Pranklin

Dickson Company Plans Big Equipment Change and Reorganization

Dickson Manufacturing announces major changes splitting the foundry into frogs and switches and adding heavy machinery. New president Charles H. Zelinder aims to abolish many foremen, reorganize offices under a new secretary treasurer, and expand boiler and casting capacity to pursue heavier orders and fourfold growth by year end.

Dickson Manufacturing Company Tts Ao Radical Archange Tribune Charles H. Zelinder Zelinder Pennsylvania Jackson & Woolin Manufacturing Company Berwicek Monmihol Jackson & Woodin Company Stmmons New York Zvhider Sidney Hroadbent Frank W. Gerecke Ma. Gerecke Mir Hower W. H. Parkins Mrn. Bower Bk. Lm. Chase Iield Zehnder

Supreme court refuses change of venue in Pelty v DL&W

The Supreme Court denies a change of venue in the case Isaac HO Pelty against the Delaware Lackawanna and Western Railroad. The suit rested in Lackawanna county court. the higher court ruled venue questions fall under the lower court's jurisdiction, and the appeal is refused. A pre-arraignment has now been refused.

Supreme Court Isaac HO Pelty Delaware, Lackawanna and Weeter Tillroad God Wien Lackawanna

Horsford’s Reid Phosphate Advertises Nervous Benefits

Dr BE AL Roberta of Waterville Maine touts Horsford's Reid Phosphate for nervous diseases including nervous headache nervou dyspenia and claims it gives relief when thoroughly tried The remnant sale will occur next week See local ads for more details from J Scott Johns Carpets and Wallpapers Reynolda Bros Hotel Jermyn Wyoming Avenue.

BE. AL Roberta Waterville Mesaye Mices J. Scott

Friday Night Concert Honors John T. Watkins With Testimonial

A testimonial concert for the well known John T. Watkins is set for Friday at the Prothingham. The program features male and mixed vocal quartets, solos including The Toreador and The Othello Fantasy, a cello obligato, and string quartets. Watkins aims to study at the Royal Academy of Music in London next April under Dr. A C McKenzie.

John T. Watkins Prothingham Annie Laurie Elbel Anttiuartette Oof Wilkes-iirre Mesere Richard Williams Jeimes Anwyl Fred, Smith Joseph P. Burns Sulo O'Brien Was Ptipard Wil Rad Eaed Pan Soo Hin Evana Hate Eye Bonheur Hos Cening Joseph P. Burne Hathitone Toreador Trutere Wil Watkin Charles A. KE Harris Migeline Vaandevoort Himbark Church Kathrine Lewis Blerr Kop Tienberger Kemberger J. Bauer Thomas H. Hppard A. N. Rippard Mr. Watkins Afr Watkins Royal Academy of Music London A. C. McKenzie Air

Scranton Legal Docket Dates and Case Listings

A dense list of civil actions and ejectments scheduled in Scranton courts from March 23 to April 8, including parties such as Fred Naldy, West Ridge Coal, Carbondale Anthracite Publishing, Scranton Traction, and city of Scranton. The docket covers wages, damages, judgments, appeals, and various creditors and defendants with dates and case numbers for multiple weeks.

Fred Naldy West Ridge Coal Company Matthew Coleman Thomas O' Donnell Wares Fuller Harris J. C. Reynolds Mia Joseph G. Cahoon Albert Glee George FP. Kelly William Hedden Wi. L. Harper Katharine Gillen Peter D. Carr M. D. Flaherty B. J. Hartman Stephen A. Cahoon George A. Spall W. Laymon Carbondale Anthhracite Publishing Company Weeer Emil Paul Anthracite Publihing Company D.C. Kenyon Isaac EM. Mvanda J. E. Pranels Milcabeth Beale Jesue Dhimwens Florence Seranton Oly Scranton Beldget Nicholas Lonuiges Ony Scranton Traction Patrick Willen Wauinet Egerton Bob Killam Greenwood A Lo Jobe Brook Mary Kenny Thomas Bloch City of A. Wilhelm T. R. Davis Mareh Lu J. God M. Cowllog Broady Mutual Mire Tnsurance Company Maurice Willits Scranton Elty Dimages Albert Huehta Aginst Joseph Tibbly Mare Chaltler Diane Daltra Peter Mulligan Jacob Pfeifer Eity of Martin Carroll Scranton City Patrick Ramey Bruget Connor Horunton Vtraction Company Dunmaiges Borechell Agultet Scranton Traction Company George Phillips & Mo National Express Company Uagainet Jobn EL Ladwik Owen Connolly Anthony O'Hara Othera William von Storch We Oc Townsend George, Patch Shafer Mt. Jessup Sccranton Daniel Williams B. Scott Agher Luther Keldebt J. J. McGinnin Scranton Stove Works Patrick Blewitt Jersey Central Company Enos Flynn Annie Barrett J. Murphy Nathan Stiles M.daniel Williams Scranton Brave Work John J. Howley Luce Wo. le Potier The George Highfield Robertson & Stone J. A. Meare Jrdament Providence Milling Company William Haggerty S. George Cummins Peter Winter

Two Norsemen Killed by Passenger Train at Crossing

A Delaware and Tlison passenger train due in the city at 7:40 last evening was delayed forty five minutes by an accident at Kressling's crossing near Olyphant. A team of horses and the wagon were placed on the track by the wagon team, and the horses were struck and killed. The driver escaped with minor injuries.

Delaware and Tlioson Kressling’s Crossing

Last Night of the Fete Draws City’s Youth and Patrons

A large, premier social fete closed with a gala performance praised as a social feature of winter. Votes were read for popular chaperons and a special performer, but the vote key was missing delaying final results. Proceeds from auctions and ticket sales aimed to benefit the Home for the Friendless. net gains estimated around $5,000 after multiple losses.

Bailey Ripple Bingham Binghamton Chenmeril Phallstead Scntt Diome Chitce Jogen Lexus

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