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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1901
Page
3
A historical classified notice describes The People’s Exchange with services for renting, selling, or exchanging property, job seekers, and help wanted. It advertises cheap rates for entries and mentions a bound minute hook for wire, with inquiries directed to Tribes offices and Murke building care hondale.
Ed Gorman lies in Carbondale hospital after being shot by Contable Stephen Gilby while resisting confinement. Doctors removed the bullet after anaesthesia, and the inmate is reported doing as well as can be expected. The incident sparked varied opinion about the constable’s actions and Gorman’s tough reputation. His father works as a conductor on the Delaware and Hudson railroad.
Daniel Sully, a beloved Carbondale actor, returns with The Paris Priest by Dan Hart of Wilkes-Barre. The comedy drama blends pathos and humor without sectarian tones, following his prior hits in Scranton and Cranton with a popular reception.
A Tuesday evening surprise party for Newell Stoddard gathered at his parents’ Salem Avenue residence with many juvenile friends. Guests enjoyed games and music as Stoddard played several violin selections in a pleasant manner. Attendees included Lena Histed Jennie Gunsaulus Hattie Vroman Nettie Alexander Kya Alexander Pearl Lamoreaux Eva Hubbard Edith Carey Emma Colling Mabel Stoddard Mabel Oliver Sadie Rounds Verna Oliver and others.
Last evening a windstorm struck at about seven. Dust swept from southwest to northeast forming a heavy cloud. Salem Avenue remained unusually dirty as residents rubbed eyes to clear the ematting particles and debris from neglected unswept streets.
Set of letters remaining at the Carndale Pennsylvania post office dated January 3 1901 addressed to several individuals including Knome D Sta Dept A O C Dresch Howard Farley T W Price C L Yd Stefano Chiesa and Francesca Com ory.
The Woman's Home and Foreign Missionary society of the First Methodist Episcopal church met yesterday afternoon at Mrs Ammerman's home on Canaan Street.
Church members will elect officials for the coming year at tonight's meeting. Officials serve the congregation and oversee church affairs.
Thomas Pengelly has been appointed watchman of the Delaware and Hudson car shop. He started on his rounds on Tuesday evening.
Frigond Chapman and family have returned to this city after a brief residence in Middletown.
J Normal Gelder reports a very good time observing the New Year celebration in New York. He notes enthusiastic crowds in the streets and a large orchestra and chorus that welcomed revelers.
A New Century welcome in City Hall Park was drowned out by a terrible din from about 60 000 spectators. No further details on events or participants are provided.
Andrew Wryllie, head of the blacksmith and machine shops for over fifty years, resigned and left the employ on January 1. He mentored many journeymen and was a fixture in the shop, with Keen regret from workers and friends. Rumor says Michael Lyndy of 72 Dundaff Street may succeed him.
John Clune Jr. and Miss Mary Scanlon wed at St Lawrence church Great Bend at 9 am. Father Fagan officiated. Bridesmaid Miss Brodie of Binghamton and host man Dr James Clune of Philadelphia attended. The couple left for Philadelphia and the south after breakfast. They will live at 186 Dundaff Street until spring, then split summers between Atlantic City and Hallstead. Carbondale guests included Mr and Mrs John Clune, Mr and Mrs Frank Clune, and Mrs Nellie McTighe.
Tuesday evening the Women’s Relief corps officers were installed by district Installing Officer Mrs. Nettie Gillies. After the ceremony a social session and refreshments followed. The president Mrs. Clara Carlton announced appointive positions: Color bearers Mrs. Jennie Munn Mrs. Eva Walters Mrs. Hattie Knapp and Mrs. Amanda Scull guard Mrs. Kiounds assistant guard Mrs. Sarah Carpenter conductor Mrs. Lida Egin brook assistant conductor Mrs. Anna Jennings secretary Mrs. Nelle Gillies.
Mrs. Mary McDonald died Monday morning at her daughter's home during a visit. Coroner Roberta issued the burial permit noting heart disease as the cause. Father Dixon conducted a requiem mass at St. Rose church before the interment at St. Rose Cemetery.
Tonight the newly elected officers of Captain George F E Randolph Camp No 138 Sons of Veterans are installed. A camp smoker will follow with the Sergeant William H H Davies post Grand Army of the Republic invited to attend. Young and old boys will affiliate in true comradeship and a campfire will be held as part of the evening events.
John Mooty resigns after eleven years from Northwest Coal to take a post with Empire Silk. He gained public notice through his service on Fell township school board, elected about four years ago.
Word arrived yesterday of the death of Mrs. Harvey Smith former resident here and mother of Common Councilman N Homer Smith. The Smiths left Carbondale for Portland Oregon months ago. Details will appear tomorrow.
The notice lists varied groups including George E. Randolph Camp Noe U4 Sons of Veterans Division No and Ancient Order of Hib ernions Branch No 77 Be A Local Council No 180 and Retail Clerks Union. It signals a meeting or event lineup for fraternal and labor organizations tonight.
Workmen are engaged in lowering the tower at No 2 shaft near the Lookout. Forty feet will be removed. It has stood as a landmark of the area for many years.
Miss Sarah Davies hosted a small gathering with friends at her Washington avenue residence to celebrate the New Year in a quiet home setting.
The Saturday night program features Daniel Sully in The Paroled Priest. Next week DeVonde Stock Company performs in repertoire presenting period drama and comedy pieces.
Yesterday morning Mr and Mrs Michael Price welcomed a daughter at their Fallbrook Street home.
The city saw a stream of visitors and travelers over the holidays with Mre J E Burr and Mayor Kilpatrick in town yesterday. Others include Miss Florence Van Gorder visiting Wilkes-Barre and FE L Davis of the Ontario and Western in town.
The funeral for Mrs Reynolds was held yesterday at Sacred Heart church with a requiem high mass by Rev. Father Carmody. Interment followed at Calvary cemetery Mayfield as many locals attended. Pallbearers named include Thomas Marsh, Patrick Feeney, John McDermott, Patrick McGovern, Martin and Michael Ruddy exposing community ties.
Charlee Kennedy, boss carpenter at Sterrick Creek colliery in Hickory, was badly bruised after a timber toppled onto his head yesterday morning. He recovered consciousness shortly after and his injuries were not deemed serious. Annie Heiney, 12, of Winton's Patch, was burned when her dress caught fire while near a burning pile. despite aid, she died from her injuries yesterday morning. Mount Jessup colliery saw a fire in the stack of the fire room, prompting a bucket brigade led by Superintendent Charles Ford.
The Drouet method developed by a Paris physician uses direct application of remedies to mucous membranes via vapors and medicated air. An instrument and apparatus enable diag nosia and treatment of nose throat and larynx. European Medical System offers free consultations at 400 Lackawanna Ave with office hours listed.
The report notes C H Strong as consulting physician after a blaze was controlled at Peckville with flames confined to the roof near a stack. A washery on the River bank faced a Christmas Eve oil and cotton waste fire with two additional outbreaks. watchman Milroy extinguished them. Damaged property belongs to the Winton Coal Company.
The Twentieth Century club at the Watkins residence rang in the new century with a 12 o clock handshake and a sociable evening of toasts, music, and dances. Local groups announced balls, weddings, and club meetings while public figures and residents planned events in January and February.
An advertisement claims Krause's Headache Capsules, developed by Germany's court physician Dr. Krause, predate antipyrine and rapidly cure distressing headaches. Priced at 2 cents, the product is boldly promoted by Matthew Bros.
Mrs John McAndrew wife of Officer McAndrew was moved to a Scranton private hospital for treatment. The Tommy Shearer company returns to Father Mathew opera house for a week beginning Monday with The Victorian Cross opening. Rev and Mrs Hague visiting at Kingston. Blakely Baptist church turkey supper next Tuesday evening from 5 to 9. Miss Lulu Edwardes has returned to Edwardsville. Karl Van Sickle home from Philadelphia. Mrs John Shields at Archbald. E N Ferguson back to Newark NJ. Andrew Farrell back in Boston. Ettie and Alice Hoban visiting Avoca. Youths enjoyed music and games with refreshments served by Mrs Buckingham. Miss Bessie received many presents. Attendees listed among Misses Little Clay Inez BlegsIng Gou Dunning Nettle Evans Helen Williams Lydia Frey Grace Stanton Cora New Jennie Treble Retta Spencer Blanche Wheeler Jennie Wheeler Rosale Buckingham and Messrs M G Curtis C M Curtis O E Kiger Garfield Edwards W B Page Will Jenkins Hert Aten Charles Jenny Percy Rhodes Arthur Seeley Irvin Seeley Dana Knickerbocker Harry Berdine. Mr and Mrs J M Rhodes hosted New Year’s dinner for relatives. Donors at Rev A Spalding’s Holllisterville home. Watch meetings held at Baptist church and Presbyterian manse on New Year’s Eve. Miss Addie Riel and Max Lou Dunning saw Quo Vadis at the Lyceum in Scranton.
Miss Ines Blessing of Scranton visited Miss Bessie Buckingham at Buntley. Jessie Hardenbergh returned home from Susquehanna county. Lydian Frey resumed studies at East Stroudsburg Normal. Prof. Rogers and Miss Schinnerline back at Cradet School after vacation. E Kiner visited Factoryville friends. Dr and Mrs Knedler visited Rev and Mrs Rankin on New Year’s Day. A B Williams Jr returned to New York City. M G Curtis left for Janesville Wisconsin after a stay with relatives. Clara and Hose Street of West Scranton visited Mrs Henry Curry. Mrs B D Cooper improving. sister Mrs Olus caring for her. W J Snyder resumed Stroudsburg High duties. Ladies Aid supper at Baptist parsonage a success. Miss Retta Spencer of Dunmore with cousin Miss Blanche Wheeler. Mr and Mrs Ensign Ketcham of Pittston guests of Mr and Mrs S A Wilcox. A large young party gathered at the Buckingham home for a sixteenth birthday celebration.
Moscow society notes list New Year and holiday visits by residents to relatives and friends in nearby towns including Mt. Pocono Scranton Lehigh and New York. Several locals are mentioned with gatherings at homes of Gaige Hartree and Cannon and others.
In Moscow Mr and Mrs William Cook of Scranton visited Tuesday. Mr Warren Barbour returned to Brooklyn. The Self Denial club held a New Year party with holly decor, varied games, and costumes. Prizes went to Mrs G F Prentice and W E Miller. Music and children’s songs pleased attendees. An all time supper followed as the old year ended and the new began. The Epsworth League plans a church literary event Friday night.
At the Tasted Mine Workers of America meeting John McAndrew was elected delegate to the national convention to be held in Indianapolis on the Jet list. The Ancient Order of Hibernians Society plans its meeting for Tuesday Jan 4 at St James hall. A New Year’s social at Jamon hall for William Lynott was a success socially and financially.
An 18th century anecdote recalls Benjamin Harrison and a Philadelphia congress when a request for brandy and water becomes a joke about charges for molasses and fuel. The tale highlights frugal or improvised spending and the era's dining and expense culture.
An old advertisement states Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablet promises refunds from druggists if it fails to cure. The box carries the signature of W. Grove.
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