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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1901
Page
16
Special to the Scranton Tribune reports social visits, family arrivals, juror lists for April term, and community events in and around Tunkhannock. Includes marriages licenses, post office relocation planned for April 1, and Lawrenceville social night with prizes awarded for a cake and door prize.
Arrangements nearly complete for the Twentieth Sans Home Gathering to be held at Brick Methodist Episcopal church on Tuesday March 5 1901. The church is noted as the mother of all the corehe between Pittston and Seranton, with an invitation extended to every member and all who are not connected.
The Marcy township commissioners await Sunbury court decision on a Philadelphia and Reading Coal and Iron Co petition regarding township road work. The 1899 law creates township commissioners who manage such debt. Also noted are a local marriage, liquor license refusals, Pittston school board organization, a death in Oregon, and a Duryea man jailed for malicious mischief.
February 26 report notes a smaller crowd at the Methodist meeting in Bateson’s hall due to sickness, but receipts were satisfactory. Items mention Anna Dalton selling her farm to Wy A Crosstow, a valuable horse sale, mill operations hampered by low creek water, and several sick or traveling residents. The Women's Christian Temperance Union plans a Friday meeting on March 1 at 2 p.m. with a ten cent supper hosted by the Baptist church ladies.
Thompson February items report visits by Mrs Hencudbet and Miss Tallman to Staru... Dale Wrighter funeral held with school choir, honoring Russell Wrighter. Rev. Tower travels to attend nephew Reverend Millard’s funeral. Local residents travel to Scranton and Montdale for visits and speeches. Mrs Carrie Burchard of Sucquahana visits pastor Cole. Mr A D. Hares expected back from California.
Penson funeral director presided as Rev. P. R. Tower led the service at Hapitat church with Rev. French and Rev. David from nearby congregations offering prayers and reflections. Delegates from distant towns attended, while readings and lessons urged youths to pursue noble lives in preparation for a hopeful afterlife.
The town saw several funeral attendances including the late H H McMahon with many from the Ancient Order of Hibernians and Catholic Mutual Benefit in procession. St Johns Catholic Church conducted requiem mass with interment at Laurel Hall cemetery. The Ave Methodist church recital and the large Susquehanna church membership were noted along with visits from Daniel McDonald and Miss Katherine Multonney.
Special to the Beranton Tribune notes a school program for Washington's Birthday. Miss Alleevane of Scranton visits Miss Rita Finn. Mrs. Felton and Mrs. Tewksbury are ill. Charlie Warner ill with pneumonia and writing to grandparents. The piece also covers local theatrical notices and community happenings with multiple names and places.
The Ruston Trenwent theater debuts its first production on October 7 with Mike Moyne providing strong support. It is now understood that Mice Eleanor Tohwon will have a part in the cast.
A frozen Yukon stage breaks through ice near Skagway while traveling to Dawson. Passengers are saved by alert travelers on the riverbank. Police note precautionary health measures amid smallpox fears and vaccination efforts continue in Dawson and surrounding areas.
A February clash at Skaguay reported from Alaska describes a confrontation between military forces and civilians after a gunfire incident. The crowd resisted commands to disperse and troop movements followed, with tensions and investigations reported.
In a late session a vote on a resolution by Mr Bulzer of New York to reduce tariffs on Russian sugar drew debate. Mr Richardson, leading the minority, moved to report the Pacock bill and to seating duties on several silver and tin items on the Dingion schedule. The measure prompted further discussion and a decision to adjourn with no immediate action.
Frank Marsh of Binghamton visited to spend Thittesn dolls at the Merchendise Hpliscopal Ladies fundraiser. Several residents travel, visits, and illnesses are noted including Maude Adare and Knoeller injury recovery, store closure by H. Johnson, and a burglary swindle on a directory scheme. A fire at William McLeod’s home was contained after a quick safety response.
A Swedish wire report from Stockholm notes Crown Prince Gustave and his sons William and Bele suffer influenza. The second and third sons, Princes Christire and Norwat, are confined to bed with severe attacks as the royal family endures illness.
The report notes tentative moves in steel and oil sectors with cautious investor interest. Traders weigh potential supply constraints and demand outlook as prices fluctuate amid global factors and domestic policy chatter.
The article lists new stamped pillow designs and a range of stamped linens including silk fringe options and hemstitched textiles. Prices are noted for silk fringe, colored table cloths with tinsel braid, and ornate finishes. Orion Floss is mentioned at 30 per skein.
The sale features choice linens from stock with marked reductions. Stand covers, oilon fabrics, pattern table cloths, and floral designs are offered at substantial cuts, including linens, napkins, bed spreads, sheeting, and pillow cases. Limited sets remain as discounts reach 20 percent or more.
New York Grain and Produce reports a listing for Beli Ghee amid market notes. Fallation details are unclear in the fragment but indicate commodity pricing context and regional trade interest.
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