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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1894
Page
5
The Social six, a group of city young men, held its opening social at Siegel's academy of dancing last evening. Professor Saft provided the music for dancing and many youths attended. If this is a sign, future events promise delight for the young set.
The Baker Opera company performs The Beggar Student at the Academy of Music tonight. Andrew P. Bedford sold Spruce street property to Alfred Harvey for 14 000 dollars. Democrats of the Thirteenth ward meet Thursday evening at Nettleton's hall. Board of Associated Charities meets at 8 pm at Albright library. Thomas A. Dickson will soon appear with the Black Crook company. Funeral for Miss Winifred McDonnell at 9 am. requiem at St Peter's cathedral at 9 34. W E Cahoon installs LT Ezra Griffin Camp officers. Inquest into John Squiera death postponed by Coroner Kelly. Ladies' Aid Society serves first supper in Lim Park church new parish 6 to 8 pm. Congregational meeting and church finances report at Dunmore Presbyterian church at 7 pm. refreshments and free admission.
A Scranton appeal urges local support for the Directory’s continued growth noting improved accuracy since its move to local printing. The message promises an earlier book release with a new map, street directory and other features. Managers H Taylor and J Wiktans invite orders.
Judge H M Edwards joins Lackawanna County bench as new officer. Commissioners S W Roberts and successors organize county offices including clerk Wagner and William Williams. County Auditors elect John P Rink as chairman and prepare for a formal ball procession led by P J Hopking and Miss B Raddy with Jon Casey coordinating.
Large attendance marks Edward C. Lynde funeral from his Clay avenue home. Members of Lackawanna Iron and Steel Co and Masonic groups attend. floral tributes include a piece from Peter Williamson Lodge and a Knights Templar scroll design. Services led by Rev. Dr. Charles S. Robinson at Second Presbyterian Church with Rev. Dr Logan assisting. pallbearers named. arrangements by Edward Filingabury with assistants.
A local New Year gathering at 814 Myrtle Street Green Ridge drew many friends of Mr and Mrs Robert Foresman. Guests sang and shared cheer before departing, with attendees including Frankie Guyer Bartha Johnson Eile Callender Ber tha Courtright Lizzie Owens Allis Johnson Charlea Callender Clarence Johnson and Frank Lealie.
So0 Hoo Doo a well known Chinese tea merchant on Washington avenue departed Saturday for his native country. He intends to return with twenty charming young women as wives, saying no imported stock suits him and he must import his own brides.
Last night the Ancient Order of Hi Bernians Division No 8 held its annual New Year’s ball in Music Hall. Attendees praised the terpsichorean fete as the most delightful social affair the division has ever staged, with dancing beginning at 9:90 PM.
The New Year reception at the Y M C A drew a dense crowd from 8 pm with rooms decoratively adorned and palms and plants on display. Bauer's orchestra, led by Tallie Morgan, offered a refined musical program as various committees rotated shifts to greet guests. A gym program featured an exhibition basketball game and an hour of entertainment for a broad audience.
The John Boyle O'Reilly Council Young Men's Institute opened its new rooms on the second floor at 220 Lackawanna Avenue. The hall stage and library are noted, with fresh paper and paint. The opening was informal with a formal ceremony planned soon.
At St Peter's Cathedral four masses were celebrated for the circumcision feast. The 6 30 and 7 and 8 o clock services, plus a solemn high mass at 6 o clock, were led by Rev J A O Raily and Rev J J Mangan served as deacon with Rev M J Millane as subdeacon. Rt Rev Bishop OHara celebrated the 6 30 mass. Choir performance praised.
Lt Beeley rests at home as Aline plans care while SpeersH H Coston tours the West. Carbondale visitor Joan Reese comes to the city for an evening call. Wilkes Barre attorney Join T Lenahan arrives in town, and G Southworth resigns as organist at St Peters. Lela Hogle visits Misa Doud in Franklin Ave. Snover family set Florida winter plans. Fannie Wintoo hosts a party tonight. Kathryn Hart entertains Bessie Hart at Dr Burnesteon Lindwn. Mrs M A Bailey and Aubrey travel to New York City. Anna Barly from Pittaton visits Kathryn Haggerty. Helen Houlihan and Lizze Madden return from Susquehanna. Baristers Hand and Jessup, with an apothecary, inspect invacious Three Lakes in Susquehanna County.
Funeral services for Dr Hollister were held yesterday with a large turnout. Friends and colleagues described the physician as outstanding and highly respected in the community.
Dr. Horace Hollister's funeral service drew a large crowd as Rev. George E. Guild led a thoughtful sermon on judgment and character. Rev. Rogers Israel offered prayers for the dead and a benediction. pallbearers listed included Dr. Throop, Dr. Everhart, Dr. Roberts, Ambrose Muller, and others. The ceremony featured a quintet and a casket with holly and lilies, concluding with interment at Forest Hill cemetery.
Philadelphia firm Gautechi & Sons manufactures organs and offers old music boxes rebuilt with new tunes. Gertul ordustrial organs boast a $10 band option, and the shop specializes in repaired and improved music boxes.
A notice states 5 conta will buy a big supper at the Elm Park church this evening. It also mentions moving items due to space limits and goods storage at 110 Franklin Avenue.
The Baker Opera company opened a week at the Academy of Music under favorable auspices. The house was crowded as principals, including Martin Puche and Francis Gaillard, received praise. Miss Irene Murphy and Miss Maude Dickeson drew warm notices with strong performances in Said Pasha and Boccaccio. The company, with new members, showcases strong vocal and acting work and plans Beggar Student and Latinitza with The Black Swan to follow.
James Colling of West Lackawanna avenue was arrested after his mother complained of fear and threats to shoot and stab her. In police court Mayor Connell scolded him for unfilial conduct and he was fined five dollars for the incident. A political caucus for Republican ward officers was announced for Friday evening at Alderman Post's office.
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