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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Feb 22, 1902

Page

3

City Names All Streets in Carbondale in Monday Vote

The city engineer council committee will decide on naming every street avenue and court in Carbondale. Elty Finginesr Kipp completed the task, detailing new street names to align with postal standards and aid street numbering and signage.

Elty ‘Finginesr Kipp Postal Department Carbondale Thomas Upp South Main Street Taimay Court Thomas’ Court Finnegan Court Bugis’ Alley Dugan's Alles New Cemetery Street Pearl Street Powderly Road Sand Street Gilhool Avenue Bryden Street Killeen Avenue McLaughlin Avenue Scote Mesen Street Devine Avenue Derdan Court Cox Street Delaware and Hudson Brooklyn Streets Woodlawn Avenue McGarry Avenue Mooneybourt Connell Avenue Pidgeon Street Ontario and Western Railroad Fall Brook Street Trullin Golemy Hospital Villa Street Cal Avenue Henley Street Judge Court Ball Beach Street Schimmel Phestport Krantz Purcell Avenue Barrett Avenue Fore Avenue Dundalf Dundal Street Marte Peck Street Clune Court Aid Weir Court Foundry van Bergen Foundry van Bergen North Church Street Howsis Brensen Place South Church Street Grove Street Cornell Avenue Carte Avenue Dickson Hill Dickson Avenue Canaan Street Canady McCabe Howard Bue Baletn Avenue McKinley Avenue

Grape-Nuts touted as brain and nerve builder in ad copy

An advertisement extolling Grape-Nuts as a food that keeps one fresh and strong, claims it cured nervousness and sleeplessness, improved school work and studying, and comforts readers withures about its benefit for tired workers. The text also cites a testimonial from a teacher and notes the product's health claims.

Blomich Serl Élven Post Co. L

Sheridan's Ride Inspires Clever Verse of a Trailto-Home

The piece recounts a storm disrupted Tuesday travel on Crystal Lake route. Colonel John McComb praises the driver Fred Sheridan for his spirit and crafts rhymed stanzas celebrating his dash through bad weather and the hardships faced on the route.

Sheridan Pall Sheridan Rhenandoah Inez Pred Sheridan Ifford Stite John McComb Crystal Lake Way Oits Red Sheridan Tits City McCombe le Gentus Avserte Steel

City Board Tackles Smallpox and Welded Health Rules

Leo leads state health board as old panel faces smallpox risk. City to vaccinate exposed residents and enforce a crackdown on pickpockets from distant districts. Sanitary policeman Mormfit to enforce new limits until the scare subsides.

Tary Leo State Board of Health Board of Health Gillie Weln Miles City Mormfit

Y M C A work gains interest in Carbondale

Local efforts push to establish a Young Men’s Christian Association branch in Carbondale. Prominent town figures and local young men show support as state secretary H. Buckutew from Morrisburg plans a visit to confer with organizers. Interest expected to rise after public disclosure.

Carbondale Caron H.R. Buckutew Morrisburg Yo Moc A. Amlhers

Bohemian Opera Impresses Cheater Audience at Columbia Company

The Bohemians, Balfe's immortal opera in four acts, with the Columbia Opera company, scored a great hit last evening. Miss Gilman earned a big hit again and audiences demanded more from several singers. Franklin Fox, Holme, and Amsden also drew praise. This afternoon Paul Jones will be sung and tonight Mascotte, touted as the week’s funniest opera. Two large crowds are expected as Cheater-goers praise the company.

Bohembians Holme Amsden Paul Jones Mascotte Columbia Company

Examination Held For Clerk Post In Public Service

Civil service examinees from PLP Tex and WDB sat Wednesday afternoon in the city chamber of the CSPY building. Two applicants, Miss Margaret Coughlin and James J. Govan, attended. Others listed as taking the trial examination include John J. O Neil Frank Rovian Frank Smith Richard Turke MM 7 Mirtle William Surdovat Joseph Mannion and William Stanton.

Civil Service PLP Tex WDB Chise George A. Davis Tie Common Capunell Chamber Cspy Margaret Coughlin James J. Govan Carlier John J. O'Neil Frank Rovian Frank Smith Richard Turke Mirtle William Surdovat Joseph Mannion Willam Stanton

Fearful of Sudden Thaw Threat to Carbondale Streets

City Engineer Kupp warns of flood damage as heavy snow in Carbondale melts with sleet and rain. Frozen gutters and blocked drains risk pooling water and street flooding. authorities urge property owners to clear gutters and maintain drainage to prevent disaster.

Carbondale Kupp Adil Taiokawarina Brooklys Mmléchief Montrecht Frank Binich Krook Sheet Villeye Delaware and Hudson Company Waltern

St Pauls Lutheran Service Notes Sermon Theme

Services at St Pauls Lutheran church report second Sunday in Bent with Sabbath school at 9 am and preaching at 10 am. The sermon titled The Bride the Lambs Wife from Revelations is highlighted, delivered by Dr Ramer of Legation who spoke on Christ's sufferings for our sins in an impressive manner.

St. Paul's Lutheran Church Bent Ramer Legation Chelet

Berean Manuel Church to Host Hext Wednesday Lecture

Trustees distributed circulars announcing next Wednesday’s lecture by Rev. Albers Hatcher Smith. The notices feature a half tone of Mr Smith and include press and personal notices.

Berean Manuel Church Albers Hatcher Smith Smith Smoith

Worker Injured by Falling Board in Syndstreet Shaft

Thoms Cannon of Syndstreet sustained a severe shoulder wrench after an insecure board fell while he worked in No. 1 pump shaft on Wednesday. He was thrown to the ground, treated at home, and has remained severely affected since the incident.

Thoms Cannon Syndstreet

Berean Baptist Service Appeals to Patelotte Order Laws

At tomorrow evening service the Berean Baptist Church will hear a pastor’s address to the Patelotte Order Laws of America. A portion of the service includes a eulogy of Washington. The local camp will attend in a body, having voted Dr. Whalen as their preacher for the annual sermons.

America Washington Dr. Whalen

Edwin Carter Leads Men’s Meena at Berean Baptist

Edwin Carter will lead the men's meena at Berean Baptist Church tomorrow morning. The meeting will include special features and the usual cordial invitation is extended to the men of the congregation and their friends.

Edwin Carter Berean Baptist Church

Lily court honors at Diamond lodge in United Mine Workera era

Lily court No 0 of A Diamond lodge No wi Shield of honor Locas Mi United Mine Workera of Alera.

Lily Court Diamond Lodge Locas Mi United Mine Workera of Alera

St Josephs Cadets and Railway Conductors Honor Society Ties

St Josephs Cadets linked with the Order of Railway Conductors No 106 and Boniface society in a community event noted by local observers.

St. Joseph's Cadets, Order of Railway Conductors Boniface Sociatry

Wyoming Typewriter Agent Conducts Canvass in Uhl City

Hosser, representing the agency from Nunileake, is conducting a nuiking and canvass in Uhl city to gather information or opinions from residents. The action appears part of outreach by the Wyom ing Typewriter agency.

Hosser Wyoming Typewriter Agency Nunileake Nuiking & Canvass Uhl City

Carbondale Masonic Delegation Missing In Transit

Dr W W Fletcher and J B Shan non did not return yesterday with the remainder of the Carbondale Masonic delegation who were in Bingham troup.

W. W. Fletcher J. B. Shannon Carbondale Bingham Troup

Local Social Notes Highlight Forest City Visitors

The passing throng lists Mise Brown of Forest City spending the day in the city. Miss Ethel Aitken departs for New York for several days. Miss Sarah Doyle returns after time with relatives in Wayne county. Thisesell Jones visits Blair Hall Blairatown at the request of his sister Mine Bleanor Joner a student there.

Thomas Moran Pittaton Frietches Mise Brown Forest City Ethel Aitken New York City Sarah Doyle Wayne County Thisesell Jones Blair Hall Blairatown Mine Bleanor Joner

Mrs Frank T Frenas hosts sixth birthday party

Mrs Frank T Frenas of Bacon street entertained a large group of children for Lois Frenas sixth birthday with games, refreshments, and hospitality. Attendees included many local children and residents from Jermyn and Mayfield.

Pleasant surprise party honors Mr Williams’ twenty sixth birthday

A social at Me cua Mes Prchard Williams on North Main Street celebrated Mr Williams twenty six birthday with music by David Davis on the phonograph and group refreshments. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Richard J Davis and daughter Mabel, Miss Annie Williams and others.

Prchard Williams North Main Street Mr. Williams David Davis David Reeve Air Mie Richard Gh. Williams Wivehter Ruth Richard J, Davis Mabel Ate William J. Davis Annie Williams Biome Welbel Liggle Willis Carrie Fihner Annie Stump Lisvie Watkins Ligale Davis Mary A. Davie Gwene Jones Lena Shields Messrs Casper Welbel Michiel Welbel Phillip Watkins David B Martha Washington Jamesa Hull John Proper Patriotie Order Sons of America Holloran New Hall Watkins Darktown Brigade Pittston Anthracite Glee Club Wat- Mins Calvary

Remarkable Pink Pills Cure Long Illness Story

A Belfast reporter records Mrs Elizabeth Nichols of Searsport recounting a decade old paralysis like illness that she says improved after using Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. She credits the pills with restoring appetite sleep and strength, noting neighbors also tried them with negative results. The sworn statement cites dramatic recovery and long term health.

Belfast Republican Journal Milsabeth Nichols Searaport Gio Mer Hushbind Dr. Willis Dor Willhime Nicholas Charles F. Adams Seareport Willams Dy. Williams Willkains N.Y

Rehearsal and church services announced by local groups

Mayeist ooket schedules events at various hours. Pastor Rey and Dy Piarys plan activities. The Taylor Oratorio Society meets for rehearsal tomorrow at 7 o clock. Sabbath services at M. hi church tomorrow. B Henry, pastor, leads Sunday school and a league meeting at 2:05 pm. All are welcome.

Mayeist Rey Piaris Saidway Taylor Oratorio Society M. Hi WA Nm Aetev B. Henry Sibbuth Welcone

Peckville Church Events And Community Notices

Evening events at Peckville include a Methodist Episcopal sermon by Rev Gendall on Christ and religious feeling, a George Washington supper with Colonial Dames serving, and annual entertainments in the church auditorium. A masquerade ball is planned by Wilson Fire Company, with ticket holders contacting Mrs. W J Broad. Also noted are Sunday services at Presbyterian Church and upcoming meetings at the Olympic club and local social leagues.

So'elock Bovatad Epwerth League Methodist Episcopal Church Peckville Boward Peckville Baptist Church Bimingelist J .G. Patey Wilson Fire Company Odd Fellows W. J. Broad Sterrick Creek Delaware and Hudson Company Olyimpic Club Presbyterian Church Moon D. DD

To Cure Grip in Two Days Laxative Bromo Quinine

Medical patent style claim promises cure for grip in two days using Laxative BromoQuinine. Advertisement tone notes Chove's signature on every bottle and implies guaranteed effectiveness.

Illustrated sermons and church events in Olyphant area

Olyphant A V Bower of Scranton plans the third illustrated sermon on The Life of Christ at Congressional church tomorrow evening. Dr Spencer begins a series on The Latent Forces of the Church and How to Utilize Them with a Washington’s Birthday sermon in the evening. Washington’s birthday exercises were held at the Central School with County Superintendent J C Taylor addressing the pupils. A missionary tea, a Martha Washington tea, and a social at Mahen’s Hall with Lumley Lynch of Dehiowarve Street noted. Minne Jones of Blakely leaves for California with others. an illness concerns Lumley Lynch’s family.

A. V. Bower Scranton Congressional Church Washington Central Foelock Primitive Methodist Church Ommpla Mahen Lal Lumley Lynch Mire Mary Lynch Dehiowarve Street Anewmanlu Os, Jones Peter Minne Jones Bhikely California

Washington Birthday Observances and School Recitations Encourage Patriotism

A cluttered early 20th century notice lists school events, recitations, and performances honoring George Washington. Names of teachers, students, and local venues appear amid fragmented lines describing plays and songs such as The Maine Red White and Blue and Washington’s History.

George Washington Wright Coorge Washington Dorothe Maso Maine Moby de Saluddens Evelen Washington Hiethilagy Tomes Roberts Margaret Amoreaux Evelyn Slatin Teal Prishin Cuthevne Bow Atgrolion Li Analaas Whinehe Vonder Myrtle Lintan Mone Muatiolia Margarii Deve Lie Tparlas Spohn Phe Conelton Ohi Cinelotte Mawarevllanin Derik Wilelle T. Das T. Das,’ Jae Shiv, Key Wheat, Dolik van Fit Qevon Bird Tyinuny Peter Filnes Nelltention Peeniion Merile Vewwa Blanche van Hint Byden Bligh Mirganet Mining Ateerlica Lo Ainoneain Pirlebin Matt Modney Michael Oly Vaughn Willy Wraig Ling Doto Nian Scranton War Aviation Jojinl Bing Viet i Udlal Morin Ehaly

Public social at the school noted with local officials

A garbled report describes a public school social and local figures such as Mrs J Lavintos and Peter Anderson, with mentions of Nike property and a local voting event. The text is unclear but implies community activities and attendance by Richard Moos and others at a church or altar setting.

J Lavintos Peter Anderson Nike Odididates Richard Moos

Primitive Methodist church service notices and revival plans

In Priceburg an Old World church schedule shows morning and evening services at the Primitive Methodist church with revival meetings next week. A school gathering and private music by a choir are noted, along with a funeral announced for Wednesday afternoon and interment at Diggs.

Wilt Otdlock Wilijoot Witherdarre Soranition Aller Vic Mra Whear Soath Main Singet Klorrs No Dostatt Sida Diggs

Funeral notice for John Kearney in Minooka cemetery

Local residents mourn the death of John Kearney of Gilmore Avenue who passed away after injuries from a wagon wreck. The funeral was held in Minooka Cemetery with community members present and a formal service reported.

Mis Davey Greenwood Thora Williams Kagton Aotin Wale Gilmore Avenue Nel Cawler Staffird Street Joli Ants John Kearney Gilmore

Children and Religion in a Muddled Tale of a Bishop

Fragmentary OCR recounts a religious figure related to a bishop and a tale of a boy or child’s schooling and misadventures. The passage blends archaic phrasing with garbled names, hinting at church life, family, and discipline. The readable segments suggest a moral or pastoral scene without clear events or dates.

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