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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1901
Page
2
The People’s Exchange offers classified ads for help wanted and situations wanted. WANTED competent girl for cooking and housework at 47 Lincoln Avenue. Lady canvasser wanted in Carbondale with references. apply to Tribune office Carbondale.
The Carbondale Common Council in special session introduced a radical retail license ordinance. It requires every transient retailer to obtain a monthly license costing 200 dollars, with 100 dollar renewals, and fines of 200 dollars plus possible 30 days imprisonment for unlicensed operation. Dialog centered on other city business and a separate tax/exemption request.
The burial took place yesterday in Brookside Cemetery for Jeyeareoll Annie Snyder, daughter of Mr and Mrs Jessie Snyder of Priceburg. She died Tuesday after several days of an acute bronchitis illness.
Railroad men report a Port Jervis tale reaching the city about two Erie Railroad engineers who went to the pay car recently for a dispute. The report hints at a confrontation or dispute surrounding payroll handling.
John L Cole known as Jack Cole yardmaster for the Ontario and Western railway secretly wed Miss Elly L Golden on Christmas day in Scranton. The ceremony was performed by Rev J M Anderson in a parsonage and the couple plan to reside in Scranton soon after. Golden, a Michigan native, had stayed in Carbondale during the Anthracite hotel era.
Lawrence Cantwell, about 35 and unmarried, died at 8:50 a.m. at Emergency hospital after sustaining critical injuries from the Glenwood No. 1 mine cave-in at Mayfield. He was sole support of his sister Mrs Donnelly and their children, a member of the Ancient Order of Hibernians and Catholic Mutual Benevolent Association. Funeral services will be held by the two organizations.
Miss Margaret Killeen of Brooklyn street bought a quarter dollar chance for 80 in gold at the Columbia Hose company fair and drew coupon S48. She collected the prize from Abe Sahm on Wednesday evening. No one has yet appeared to claim the couch.
The will of the late William Bowers, who died recently at his home on Canaan Street, leaves all property to his widow Mrs. Caroline Bowers with no reservations. She is named executrix. The document was drafted in 186 and witnessed by Pierce Butler and C. Butler, esq.
William J. Gaffney of Brooklyn street hosted a large farewell gathering last night at his home before leaving for Butte Montana this evening. He expects to reach Montana by Monday night and thanked friends for their good wishes.
A list of local fraternal and service organizations includes Eureka chapter No 179 Royal Arch Masons Junior Order United American Mechanics Companions of the Forest Pool board American Legion of Honor Royal Circle and Washington Tea Methodlet Episcopal church.
Thomas J. McCawley of Eighth Avenue, an engineer on the Delaware and Hudson road, was injured in a slight wreck at Scranton and now travels to the University of Pennsylvania hospital in Philadelphia for treatment.
The First Methodist Episcopal church Ladies Aid Society hosts a public Lady Washington tea with Mrs Meaker allowing her kindergarten to perform in the parlors. Raymond Tiffany portrays Washington, Marion Munn Mrs Martha, Frank Shannon Secretary Hamilton, and Nellie Custis portrayed by Romaine Munn. A colonial menu is planned and many will attend as today is a legal holiday.
Two matches played as players drop from the event after losses. J J Reese beat J A Hoole 50 to 49 causing Hoole to retire. C Humphrey defeated JL Davis 60 to 28 with Davis also leaving the field as a has-been. standings up to date follow.
Michael Angelo Salvatore Mario Va leri known as Count di Versechetti faced charges from Mrs. Mattie Mughes Brown a Maywright singer actress and composer of 206 West Fifty second street. He waived examination in the West Side police court on Wednesday his bail set at 800 but a bondsman could not be produced and he remained jailed awaiting trial. The ring was returned to Mrs. Brown.
Edward Gerrity of Gordon Avenue narrowly escaped death at No 1 shaft when a train car trip struck him near the horseshoe curve by the mine mouth. He was knocked aside but suffered only a few bruises and scratches after he pulled himself up and checked the damage.
The city’s public schools remain open today despite a large number of pupils choosing to strike. Many students oppose the holiday, citing its vocation as venerable and tied to the celebrated figure admired as the Father of His Country whose birthday is observed widely.
To Mr and Mrs Thomas Cornish Upper Dundaff street a son. To Mr and Mrs J Grant Nicholson LV Drummond avenue a daughter. To Mr and Mrs George P Van Beck South Main Street a daughter.
Friday matinee Quo Vadis and Friday night Captain Herne present at the Opera House. Saturday matinee Nobody s Claim and Saturday night The Denver Express provided for audiences.
A Delaware and Hudson engine under Engineman Peter Dougherty of this city collided with the aide of an Erie engine at Ararat Buimit Wednesday evening, causing some damage but no serious injuries reported.
The remains of Mrs. Bridget Cawley of Clinton township Wayne county were brought to the city on Wednesday afternoon and buried at St. Rose cemetery.
Mr and Mrs Frank Jones will live with the bridegrooms parents at South Washington street after their Wednesday wedding The couple will not take a wedding trip and will be at home to friends in the near future
The readable fragment notes J. Moore Crago formerly of thin oily has pasted the examination of a yet unclear subject. The brief text hints at a biographical or evaluative note without full context.
The New York State Medical Society confirms a practitioner holds a dental license certificate. An associate activity is noted with Dr. Smyth in Brooklyn. William Crago, once from this city, now works at Collier's Weekly in New York.
The Washington birthday holiday will close the post office part of the day. Lobby hours are 7 a.m. to 12 noon for general business and 3 30 p.m. to 6 30 p.m. for lock box owners. One general mail delivery by carrier. No money orders or registry business on this day.
The Daughters of Naomi hosted a social gathering last night in their Leader building hall with many out of town society members in attendance. An impromptu program of creditable numbers occupied the early part of the evening followed by an informal social. Refreshments were served and all enjoyed the occasion.
Thomas Kane of Upper Powderly road killed a large fox on Wednesday while hunting on Uniondale mountain. The prized catch will be stuffed and shown in the window of M. J. Cavanagh's store on Cordon avenue.
Tonight is the regular meeting night of the poor board with an auditor's report set to be presented. The session may reveal financial details and prompt discussion among members and attendees.
P J Coleman and J J Earry visited Avoca Wednesday. Mrs Richard W Pethick is at her home on Spring Street. W H White of Forest City visited yesterday. Mrs Mary O'Brien and daughter Annie are visiting Oneonta. Teresa Loftus of Susquehanna is the guest of friends in town. Julia Horan of Scranton is visiting her parents on Gordon Avenue. Mr and Mrs A Lewsley and son Delos are visiting friends in Ninevah New York. Dorothy B Perry of Scranton is guest of Miss Harriet Rolls of Williams Avenue. Mrs George Robinson is recovering from an appendicitis operation. Mr Joseph Issger, Mr William Thomas and Miss Grace Simrell will spend the holiday in Scranton. Dr W Fletcher, from visiting his sister in Binghamton, is expected home this evening.
The Quo Vadis production in Olyphant will welcome a crowded Saturday night audience. Manager Gibbons says the company is capable and first class performances are not expected. Lawrence's orchestra from Scranton is engaged and tickets are on sale at Watkins' drug store. The town observes Washington's Birthday with public schools closed. Miss Lucy Farrell returned to New York after two months here. The post office hours are 8 40 to 12 this morning.
Miss Margaret Welber and Mr. Henry Stine wed at the German Evangelical church with reception at the bride’s home. A dance at Weber’s rink followed, with an upcoming grand entertainment at Sibley Union church featuring a “The Banner of the Sea” contest. Also slated are a live bird shooting at Farview hotel, a Brick church drama, evangelistic services at the Methodist Episcopal church, and a Martha Washington tea at Archbald and Pyne Primitive Methodist church. Additional notes mention Lawson Hose company attendance, Taylor Worsted and Lackawanna Silk company employee meeting, Calvary Baptist choir rehearsal, and other community events.
Omitted name of councilman David H. Evans noted. A wedding in West Scranton joined Miss Mattie Jones and Mr. James Boyd with Rev. Dr. H. H. Harris officiating on Wednesday. Ripple division anniversary attended by Emblem division No. 57 members. Washington birthday observed as borough schools close. Rendham’s Dr and Mrs Stegner visited Providence. J M Harris left for Bloomsburg on legal business. Mrs Charles J Evans and sisters visiting Bloomsburg State Normal School. Mr and Mrs Hood hosted North Taylor relatives. Harlon family visiting New York. Box social and ice cream to follow Sunday school lecture by senior class.
Scranton residents Grace Donnelly and Mary Seal spent Sunday with relatives while Mary Dick visited Hyde Park. Samuel Brodhead travels to Montrose for his great grandson Charles J. Brodhead’s funeral. A brick Methodist Episcopal church quarterly meeting is planned for next Sunday morning. An exhibition of moving pictures in Drake's wall Saturday benefits the Presbyterian Sunday school with 2 cent admission. Robert Johnson buys a piano for his sons. Hoge company fair continues with nightly program. Mrs. Robert Imes is ill at home. Mrs J Erwin Brodhead of Forest City visits her father M V Stark Tuesday. Rev Th H Reidy to lecture on The Life of Queen Victoria at Old Forge M E church Friday Feb 22 at 7 30. No admis.
In a local column Scranton residents praise Dr A W Chase's Nerve Pills for restoring nerve force and improving sleep appetite and health. Samuel Rogers of Hyde Park Avenue reports relief from headaches nervousness and insomnia after using the pills. Packages bear the physician's portrait and signature and are sold locally and by mail from Buffalo NY.
Special to the Scranton Tribune reports Feb 2 incidents in Harford including Dell Lewis of Olyphant visiting a sick mother and a critical condition at Mrs Park Harding's home. Births, elections, school closures for whooping cough, moves, trades, and church events are noted with several local residents named.
Special to the Scranton Times reports Hollisterville weather and illness delay events. Rev. Mr. Flick will preach a farewell sermon March 5 at 10 am as Rev. AL Spaulding’s district hopes for his return. Water shortages halt daily steam canning and sleighing continues with heavy snow.
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