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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1902
Page
3
The Carbondale newspaper item lists Delaware and Fradtson Railroad trains with departures from city station to towns like Montreal Boston and Athany along with returning services. It notes schedules from morning to evening and describes a performer praised as among the best on the American stage and equal to magician Leland Powers.
A garbled timetable fragment lists transportation times and destinations such as Githendale Serhaiton and Scranton with various hours and prices. The text mentions trains or trams running on Sundays and weekdays, including fares around 10 to 45 units, and references to New York and local stops.
Disjointed schedule notes show daily trains from city station at 8 10 p m to New York fortili and Susquehanna with Sunday service. Trains arrive at 8 50 and 4 40 7 pm on Sundays with Western connections and alternate routes to Waghamton Siteavohontit and Hil wetern.
A fragment from Newton area notes recounts Dorrance Buckley Burdett's critique of healer Schlatter and a satirical view of local politics. The piece mentions rumored wedding bells in Hickory Ridge, a Neighbor James Clune gathering, and casual comments about taxes, church attendance, and water-related mishaps during travels in Susquehanna County.
An incomplete notice notes Mie Tingichin who drew attention during an October Singer entertainment segment. The brief mentions a short appearance yesterday with an unnamed companion and a forthcoming number.
A regional report notes severe car shortages constrain mines, with Ontario and Western hardest hit though Delaware and Hudson fares better. Mines run on half capacity, delaying annual shipments while washeries rush to meet demand. today many facilities shut down as supply chains strain.
Miss Mildred Holland winds praise in Carbondale for her farewell season performance as Arla in The Power Behind the Thrones. The article lauds her industry, energy, and leadership of her company, noting concurrent plans for The Prince and the Lily and Our New Minister with Scranton connections.
Local schedule lists gatherings for Carbondale area groups including Preemod Accepted Masons Father Caray branch Catholic Planery custiy Rigglits of the Mystic Chain Carbondiate bod Br Pythhae and Ladies auxiliaries and Wednesday afternoon sessions.
The text notes that Wilson of the firm Wilson & Thomas departs today for Galveston to pursue work in Texas.
An old advertisement uses a proverb about footstep depth to sell Scott's Emulsion as a nutritious food supplement. It claims the emulsion is not a drug and offers a healthful option for those underweight or not gaining from ordinary food. The copy ends with a garbled address in New York.
In Ton Texas the painter Mr Wilton secured a contract for painting that may keep him employed indefinitely. He notes advantages offered by the Texan city though he could not relocate there.
Carbondale observes year end with a watch night at Belmont Street chapel and a town banquet at Hotel American. The Methodist service and St Rose Masses mark the religious observances while Burke's hall hosts a matinee and an evening dance. Miss Kate Loomis of Scranton visits, and many families plan dinners and reunions.
Notices posted in the Delaware and Minton shops announce that after today Cearce Fisher becomes general foreman of the shops in the city. Fisher, from Belmont Street, is praised by workers for his efficiency and long service as assistant foreman.
The annual election of officers for Washington command No 200 of the Patriatic Order Sons of America was held Monday night. Elected were Past president Durphy, president J H Colvin, vice president A O Pitham, marshall John Thogen camp, treasurer Paul Burton, financial secretary F L B Smith, recording secretary George Crosby, conductor Benjamin Vreeland, inspector J N Stuck, guard G L Bates, Philadelphia association delegate Paul Thorton, district convention delegates F F Heidel J O N Stuck and B J Durphy. Installation set for next Monday evening.
A burglar attempted to break into Mrs. B Melving’s residence on Main Street Sunday night. He clamped a hand over Miss Bessie Melving’s mouth, then fled after a struggle with Mrs. Melvin and her daughter. Police believe the intruder is a local man who rode away on a bike left behind near a trade name of a local dealer.
A social last night under the auspices of the Ancient Order of Hibernians drew a large crowd in Parke's hall. Music was by Prof. John Firth and many out-of-town guests attended, making the event a festive late hour.
The Mitchell and Columbia home company received a generous New Year gift from Very Mew. Coffey, VolG, served as treasurer and yesterday received a $20 check. The members gratefully acknowledge Coffey's lonely offering.
Deanes Lynady resigns from Lynchail Bronson to return to Nelson Creek mines. Will Nealon, formerly of Van Bergen foundry, accepts the now vacant position and assumes duties tomorrow.
The article notes the No. 0breaker area being cleared and chutes likely to be erected soon. If approved, the timers idle by the fire will resume work, signaling rapid progress on the site.
A misread report describes a shift in duties among the Mitchell Hose company and the Priceburg firm last night. Delegates from the local unit attended, with WD Dalton among the attendees.
Wan Nah Gerhart, six year old daughter of Mr and Mrs August Gerhart, died yesterday after an illness. She was a bright child born last July in Ohio. Funeral will be private and interment in Munlewond cemetery.
The article notes Michael Cox of the West Side visiting Boranton yesterday. It mentionsMr and Mrs Preston of Soran Lot spending New Year with the Wood family and Martha Stiter arriving home in time to mark New Year celebrations.
Residents report extended visits with relatives and friends in town. Mentions travel through New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania with Dr Amo Voight and Water Wood from Philadelphia spending today in Carbondale and Vincent C. Manners at the Lux change club dances in Honesdale.
The funeral of Master Evan J Howells was held at the family home and at the Methodist church with floral casket covering. Interment followed at Forest Home cemetery. Flower and pallbearer details listed. local youth groups attended. Other items note Wales intelligence of Howell Evans's father death, a well attended ball at Weber's rink, watch services, barber shop hours for a holiday, an unidentified burned man’s body awaiting identification, a coroner inquest withheld, St Lawrence church fair nearing close with 2000 attendees, Swiss Glee club entertainment, William Tell Rifle Club event, Enderline hotel shooting sweepstake, and visits of Hannah Thomas and Miss Sallie Pierce to local residents. Mrs James Powell slowly recovering from illness.
A fall program at Excelsior Hose company in Lloyds hall features Ragtime by Lawrence's orchestra and solos by Sidney Hughes Lynott Burns Molly McDonnell and Burnett children followed by a social in Mahons hall for the fair. Funeral for Patrick McHale at St Patrick's Church and burial in St Patrick's Cemetery observed today. Junior Foresters held a social in Sweeny Building Lackawanna Street last night.
Moosic visits from Mrs. James Miller and daughter Miss Lauid of Carbondale. Mr. and Mrs. George Tregellas and daughters attended the funeral of Melvin Whiting in Carbondale. Mrs. Hessler stricken with paralysis at her daughter’s home in Brooklyn. Misses Hinds hosted a watch night party. Mrs. Robert Stout called to care for her ill mother in White Haven. John McCrindie of Scranton in town yesterday. Watch night services held at the Methodist church.
The Epworth Teague monthly literary entertainment is set for Friday evening. Mrs Lamb and her daughter visited sister Mrs Orin Wornbackey in Joventhy. The Woman’s Obviation Temperance Cilon holds its first meeting of the new year Thursday afternoon. A sleigh party enjoyed a Christmas entertainment at Elmhurst Friday evening. William Davis of Forgnton and his mother visited last week. Sherman and daughter May were guests of friends in Berunten Christians.
An advertisement touts Bromo Quinine Tablets as a one day cure for a cold with a no cure no pay offer priced at 26 cents. It markets the product as a guaranteed salve against cold symptoms and promises swift relief.
A Maryland Maryland era feature traces terrapin from slave era fodder to a luxury with prices rising to 125 per dozen as ringed diamond backs shrink. The piece notes limited supply, strict size laws, and a Baltimore Philadelphia culinary contest favoring the Maryland method over the Philadelphia style.
An article extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as aiding digestion to support heart function, claiming safer use of natural digestive elements. It also describes terrapin hunting tactics, diamondback turtle features, and gender-based physical traits of terrapins.
A fragmented report alleges ex Secretary Daniel Lamont fed ex President Cleveland political tips for payoffs during the 19th century up to his governorship. The tale recounts Lamont’s sharpness, rumors of cabinet ties, and timing of presidential and gubernatorial careers.
A garbled OCR fragment explores a puzzle about a labeler and a whale with references to New York, Watied, and lab topics. The passage includes mentions of Joe Dickevwon and Metin in a performative, uncertain dialogue about chemistry concepts and a date tied to a mysterious event.
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