Millingers seek secular meeting at Home for the Poundless
A secular meeting of milliners of the Home for the Poundless is set for 2 PM in the afternoon. A stolen cab belonging to A B Watts was recovered near Bellevu Creek after being taken from in front of Turner Hall Thursday night. Services for the deceased will be held at Stotlands estate, 5 Quinky Avenue, Sunday at 4 PM. The Jefferson Danding social was held last night at Wyowmiting Avenue hall with about 20 members and guests. Jacob Reich of the South Side was bound over for assault and battery and threatening to kill in the charge brought by YP A Richie. John Delty, a hot whiskey vender, was fined in police court for fight and resisting arrest after an incident with another boy. Frank Mitchell of 823 Luzerne Street, a Delaware L and W brakeman, sprained his left ankle stepping from a damanging trail at the Yard and was taken to Moves Taylor hospital. The Active Turners held their annual ball at their Seventh Street hall last night, well attended. Professor Saft provided music. The event was directed by Henry Wockroth, Joe Meldonald, Theodore Help, Ed Elvele and Victor Noth.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. BL Watts
Turner Hall
Bellevu
St. “Otlands
Quinky Avenue
Jefferson Danding
Jacob Reich
South Side
Alberintin Howe
Taylor Hospital
Turners
Seventh Street
Tto
Profesor Saft
Muate
Offair
Henry Wockroth
Joe Meldonald
Theodore Help
Ed Elvele
Victor Noth
Children coats and accessories offered at deep discounts
In Our Cloak Department a wide range of children's coats capes and accessories are advertised with marked-down prices on garments wallets waistcoats and linens. The ad emphasizes style and material quality with substantial price cuts across many items including white crochet quilts sheets and pillow cases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alears & Hagen
Death of FiveYearOld From House Fire Burns
Five year old Lille Blackledge died after severe burns suffered when her clothes caught fire from a furnace at her home on Mompson Street. She endured nearly twelve hours of agony before dying Thursday night. Funeral services are set for Sunday at 2 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lillie Blacklege
Mer
Pharmday
Lille Blackledge
Ale
Altra
Dennis Blackledge
Mompson Street
Twining Optician at Harris' Drug Store
Local advertisement for Twining optician located at 145 Penn Avenue inside Harris' Drug Store. Hours listed as 9 a m to 6 p m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twining
Penn Avenue
Harris’ Drug Store
Reorganization of the Poor Board in Scranton District
The Scranton poor district restructured its board electing W. S. Langstaff president Ed Lynett secretary John Van Bergen treasurer Wade M Finn collector and J F Serage superintendent of the home George W Beemer matron Dr Andrew Strang resident physician Dr M W Williams outdoor physician first section Dr W W Ives second section and Dr A H Bernstein third section. Salaries increased for directors from 300 to 350 and for secretary and physicians kept at prior levels. The annual report showed total expenditures of 105,804.41 with assets and farm produce valued across property totaling over 340,000. The board adjourned sine die after thanking members and confirming new officer terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poor Board of the
Scranton Poor District
Moni
Fullowine Alieers
W. Ss. Lunnstall
Ed. Lynett
John van Bergen
Traxtt
Wade M. Finn
Jon F. Serage
Flarin
George W. Beemer
Mes
Denhie Beemer
Andrew ‘Strang
Williame
We OW
Tye
A. H. Bernstein
van Bergan
Ives
CO. 7
Chlles
P.O . Gunster
J. Manley
Langstaff
Vetlel
New York
Tdireetor Fuller
Lynett
Penneyylvania School
Joseph Sheeun
Godner
Lynet
du Jie
Murphy
Beamer
A. Strang
Langutaml
Meners
Wivetors
Boomer
Fuller
Langstal
Mr. Shotten
Swan
George W. Deemer
Airs
Jeni Meemer
Andrew &Kang Wis
Warl
Dinnmore
M. Wd. Williams
West Side
W. W. Ives
Eek City
Mackey Bribe Allegations Embrace Connell Conditions
The letter from Dr. N C Mackey claims William Connell set terms to avoid arrest for bribery. Connell allegedly urged Mackey to quit Wanamaker and back Penpose, return funds, and expose the Wanamaker scheme. Ex Marshal Barring recounts tense talks and insists Mackey should be tried and exposed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
N.C. Mackey
William Connell
Wanamaker
Penpose
J. ON. Dillard
Wiiumarker
Connell
Barring
van Valkenburg
Mr. Connell
Mackey
Jili
Ma. Connell
Barring & McSweeney
Heather Mild
Geranton Business College Offers Thorough Business Education
A historic notice states the Geranton Business College offers a first class business education for young men and women that leads to opportunities in earning through competition, with journals free and graduates in demand by employers offering good salaries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Geranton Business College
Businesssien
Crystal Laundry Ad Highlights Dorsey Elocutionist
An old ad fragment shows Miss Carolyne V. Dorsey a teacher of elocution and oratory with a Crystal Laundry service promising stiff collar washing and soft button holes at 610 Ad ats ovente.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carolyne V. Dorsey
Lohmann's on Spruce Street Serves Meals and Fares
Menla and cold lunches offered daily at Lohmann's Spruce Street dinner priced at 40 cents. Imported and domestic wines cigars and favors listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lohmann's
Spruce Street
New Year Observances Thrill City with Open House
City-wide New Year celebrations closed banks and offices while shops shut. Religious services filled morning hours at several churches. The Young Men's Christian Association hosted an open house drawing about 5,000 visitors with lavish decor and performances by multiple musical groups and entertainers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
You Men's Christian Associaton
Wyombe Avenue
Messie
George Schroedel
George de Wide
Will Graimmord
Harvey Wilbur
Ralph Wicks
Richard Richards
William Braindimore
John Brandimore
William Rachman
Charles EK
Veriara
Rank Richards
Mahy
Ul Entertainment
Messrs
Doergamt
Kiple
Dbasserman
Allen
Stanton
College of Commerce Notes Reception Upcoming Reading Budget System
Mice Virginia Voorhees from Miteburg will take a prominent part in the Monday night reception. Rev W H Peirce may speak Monday evening. Lawrence orchestra to perform. Prof George Howell will address. Public rooms open 7:20 to 9:00. Carbondale and Olyphant attendees expected. Anna Chilton will join the Carbondale party. The Budget system showcased as modern bookkeeping method under College of Commerce. Old students may finish courses as is.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virginia Voorhees
Miteburg
W. H. Peirce
Kiven
Carbondale
Anna Chilton
Maine
California
College of Commerce
For Sale Choice Scranton lots near central city avenues
Phosphate Dr J B R Schwarts of Harrisburg praises It for dyspepsia and share home buying options. Buyers urged to consider lots on Adama Jefferson Madison or Monroe avenues with walks, sewers, gas, steam heat and asphalt paving. Div 17 AOE to attend funeral of J D Stepan at Lackawanna hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Central
Scranton
Adama
Jefferson
Madison
Monroe Avenues
Oriental Rugs and Carpets Inventory Sale
Michaellan Bros. Co announces an inventory sale of Oriental rugs and carpets at their old store located at 124 Wash. Ave. Prospect buyers are invited to view the expanded offerings and special pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wash
Ave
Michaellan Bros. & Co
To Cure a Cold in One Day Noted Bromo Quinine Tablets
An advertisement claims Bromo Quinine tablets cure a cold in one day and offers a full refund if the remedy does not work. The blurb lists druggists as sellers and emphasizes guaranteed results.
Local Store Thanks Public for Patronage
A notice expresses gratitude for community support since opening and promises improved service and value to customers in the city.
Great Reductions in Goods Watches and Clocks Repaired Fast
A local shop advertises sharp price cuts on watches clocks and jewelry with quick repair service offered on short notice. The notice highlights affordable parts and speedy turnaround to attract customers seeking urgent repairs.
Lohmer Piano Stands at the Head in Music Track
J W Guernsey boasts Lohmer pianos as the leading choice in the music department. Visitors are invited to inspect in the warerooms and compare before purchasing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lohmer Piano
J. W. Guernsey
Shirt shop ad touts quality and comfort at 205 Washington Ave
A Scranton advertisement for J. W. Guernsey promotes shirts claimed to be comfortable and superior in quality. The copy emphasizes customer satisfaction and the shop’s long standing reputation.
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Kramer Bros
Popular Clothiers
Norrman & Wioore Fire Insurance
Wyoming Ave
Iackawanna
Eader
A. EB
Warman
C.tv
W. S. Langstaff
Ike
C. J. Gillespies
Boatld
W. Langstale
George W. Barrer
The
Hin
Side Tome
MR. Barring
Costa
Imperial Quartette
Howard &. Starrett
Perry Throthers
Brooklyn
N. Y
TIE YW. Co. A
Washington Ave
Blanche Dolph
Mra
J. J. Roberts
Dr. Brewster
Mother Rowlands
TH. H. Ripple
H. M. Boles
Gates
J. Il. Stelle
C. D. Simpson
Miles Krighaum
Miss Overhart
C.F. Matthews
Derman
Miss Deacon
George G. Muhy
J. Ll. Stelle
Watts
Knapp
Mis. Deacon
B. Dolphy
Lansing
DD. Fellows
Mra. Carr
Kays
Mia
W. T. Hueckett
Krigbaum
Second Church
J. M. Chance
Second Presbyterian Church
Robertson
Beynon
Gertrude Jayne
Barton Willame
Calking
Lydia Sallor
Bowen
Tlarbar
Young Women's Christian Association
Central City
Huber
City Zaither Clut
Miss Jones
Galo
B. T. Jayne
Matry
Florence Thobertson
L. Schewer
Dolph
Perry
Muttle Hughes
Misa North
Mrs. Tester
Larans
Lena
Fred Léentes
Kate Hedrick
Belle Solaine
Milas L. Nordt
Etta
Arthur Rose
Hore Blatter
Hestge Myers
Fred Charles
Minnie Latner
Charles Lanner
Na. Armbrust
Miss Hetzel
Mid. Armbrust
Emma Gerek
Mary Davis
Phil. Rherdin
Council
Young Men's Institute
Green Ridge Street
Capouse Avenue
J. A. O'Kelly
O'Hara
John Loughran
Catholic University
Washington
D. C
Ake Iils
Wienme
Jesus
St. Luke's Church
Tig Bev
A. Thouehton
Robinson
Secoid Prosbyterian Church
C. Lorin
Mr. Wonston
College OF Commerce Notes
Horsford
J. BR. Schwarts
Harrisburg, Pa
Div. 17
A. O. EQ
Lackawanna Avenue
J. D. Stepan
J. C. Vaughan
A. R. Sawyer
Wyoming Avenue
S.C. Snyder
D. D
Spruce St. Opp
Jermyn
W. W. Berry
Washington Avenue
Scranton, PA
Prop
Conrad, Hanter Sic
Lackawanna Ave
Wyoming House
Hh Bratt
Ji.bolz
Wyoming Avene
White
China
China Hall
C. J. Weichel
Lacka, Ave
Riseman & Soluhon
For All
MT. Pleasant
Atretail
Commonwealth
Telehone
Imine
WM. T. Smith
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