Local Social and Professional Notices From Scranton Area
Personal news from Scranton and vicinity includes court proceedings by President Judge J W Avehiwid, real estate and business transactions such as Charles J Wadavichele purchasing John W Lewis barber shop, engagements including 1r daughter Loulee B and William M Curry, and multiple relocations and travels of residents. Also listed are social visits, university returns, and a new hospital physician Dr Alberto Camilo Suarez beginning duties at Lackawanna Hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Myer Buviduwe
New York City
J. W. Avehiwid
Charles J. Wadavichele
Puirchawid
John W. Lewis
Penn Avenue
Thu Alloo
Jeffersen Avenue
Ant
Loulee B
Willian M. Curry
Mies Mildard Stowe
Aldean
John T
William Bashnell
Selonect
Horn
Clay Avenue
Mire Lacy Langley
Wen
Edwant Langa
Europe
Hotel Terrace
Mr Poor F. Flynn
New York
Archie Morgan
Marty Jackson
Clarence API Wwlkh Motes
Lehigh University
Mig Emma Adams
Pine Street
Mike June Sinave
Binghamton
Blence
Dr. Kay
Stinghamion
Meéori, Suter
Delhi
Carvinte
Boston
Alberto Camilo Suarez
Republic of Columbia
South America
Lackawanna ‘Epitel
Suarex
Scranton
Paul Welles
Vine
Messrs
John Kittle
San Ivan
Throe
Baldwin
Mawall
Courtland Jona
Sherman
Texas
Vilary Zelinder
Diggity
Nogh Archbald
Max Wesel
David
Hunt & Connell Co Moves Offices to Connell Building
The Hunt and Connell Company announces a new office at 106 Connell Building where all debts will be paid and all accounts due to the company will be received. W. Fulton serves as Treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hunt & Connell Co
Connell Building
I W. Fulton
Weather Bureau Chief Will Speak at Scranton Event
Willia N Moore chief of the weather bureau will address the Scranton Men's society on the History of the Weather Bureau in the Providence Presbyterian social room. The talk will be followed by refreshments and a church quartet performance. Moore will stay with Captain and Mrs Atherton during his Scranton visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton Men's Society
Willia N. Moore
Washington
Weather Bureau
Providence Presbyterian
Moore
Tie
New England
C. FP. Whittemore
Joshua John
Howard Griffin
Thomas Morgan
M. BE Atherton
Scranton
Alderman Fuller Announces Retirement After 30 Years
Alderman Frederick Fuller of the Sixteenth ward plans to retire when his current term ends, after three decades of service. He notes his resignation amid criticism of the office and cites a desire to avoid a heated reelection race. The piece lists Republican candidates P. J. Vetter and Sol Kline, and Democratic hopefuls M. Juddy and John T. Fahrenholt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick Fuller
Fuller
Pennsylvania
Sulin
Justice of the Peace
Edward JI
Dalton
Country Justice
London
A. D
Sayer
Justices of the Peace
P. J. Vetter
Sol. Kline
Builders' Exchange Banquet Set After Officer Election
Builders' Exchange members plan a banquet next Tuesday night at the board of trade auditorium after officer elections. Peter Velgier will serve the spread, Bauer's orchestra provides music, and Tauber Keller acts as toastmaster. Speakers include Mayor Moir, City officials, and architects L. C. Holden and Reymon Davis among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Builders’ Exchange
Board of Trade
Peter Velgier
Bauer
Tauber Keller
Moir
Jackson
Monies
Vosburg
Dime Bank Pays Depositors Over Twelve Thousand for Six Months
The Dime Deposit and Discount Bank reports interest payments totaling over $12,000 for the six months ending January 1, 1901. Depositors with a savings book receive credited interest when presenting the book. new books cost $140 and allow ongoing deposits of any amount.
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The
Dime Deposit and Discount Bank
Card of Thanks From Scranton Athletic Club
The Scranton Athletic club extends sincere thanks to friends who contributed in any manner to the success of its recent fall event. George Wirth Jr., Secretary.
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Scranton Athletic Club
George Wirth, Jr
Cramer Wells Co Annual January Clearing Sale
The Cramer Wells Company announces its January clearing sale at 1 Wyrping Avenue. This event highlights discounted goods and special offers as part of the yearly clearance period.
Scranton Prepares to Shape Second Class City Laws
The article discusses Scranton and Pittsburgh politicians contending to revise second class city laws. Quay faction aims to end Magee Flinn control in Pittsburgh, empowering mayors and limiting council power. City officials urge immediate committee action to draft amendments for the legislature, with Vosburg and local council members pushing for rapid reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Quayiem
Timenang
Allegheny
Scranton
Quayites
Magee-Flinn
The
Tribune
Forleltor
Harrisburg
Select Council
Messrs
Chittenden
Quay
Elasa
Beranton
Moir
Board of Trade
Fresh Canned Vegetables and Low Prices Offer
A local advertiser promotes canned vegetables with private labels and a wide assortment. Prices per can are 12 to 15 cents, down from 18 to 20 cents, with guaranteed quality and emphasis on value and skill.
No Humor in Dr. Allen's Report
The Scranton board of health met last night and Dr. Allen’s report contained no wit. It noted 92 nuisances abated, ongoing vaccination, and expected little school disruption. a plan for free vaccination for poor children may be taken up after January 11.
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Board of Health
Allen
Peter Christ
St. Mary's Parochial School
South
Scranton
Babcock
Viry
Alien
E. G. Stevents
Milas Nettho Sweeney
Martin Kelly
Jacob Mants
Lewis & Reilly Closes Shoes by 6 P.M. Weekdays
The store announces new hours ending at 6 o'clock in the evenings as it opens the new century. Saturday hours are excepted. Located at 114 116 Wyoming Ave.
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Lewis & Reilly
Wyoming Ave
Brilliant Nuptial Event at Broad Street Church Pittston
Dr. Charles MacQueen Avard of Amberet Nova Scotia wed Dr. Anna Law of Pittston in Broad Street Presbyterian Church with a large invited guest list from Scranton and surrounding areas. The ceremony featured organ selections, Lohengrin march, and Mandel’s Liebestraum, followed by a formal reception at the bride’s mother’s home and a honeymoon departure for 108 Wyoming Avenue after January 10 remaining in Pittston for medical practice.
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Pittston
Charles MacQueen Avard
Amberet
Nova Scotia
Anna Law
William Law
William Street
Broad Street Presbyterian Church
J. J. Kilpin Fletcher
James McLedd
Andrew Mar Harkness
Andrew Bryden
Dunmore
Walter Bryden
Weat Pittston
Elizabeth Bown
Catherine Teeter
Mise Janet Law
West Plitstun
John B. Law
Numa
Trenton
Moueh Chunk
Fresce Chinance
Mandel
Luirge
Mendelsshon
Mia
Avard
Wyoming Avenue
Tea import and consumption in Russia in 1688 to modern times
The New York Sun notes Russia imported tea in 1688 and now averages nearly one pound per person annually. It cites total tea consumption about 196.4 million pounds with a cost around 88 million dollars, and tea and sugar together about 265 million per year. It adds Russia spends about 140 million on brandy beer and wine, implying a large share of national revenues.
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New York Sun
Russia
Coston
Randin
Box Deposits Offered to Protect Valuables
A local notice advertises safe deposit boxes to safeguard papers and valuables, proposing easy storage to prevent loss, theft, or burglary. It promotes the Lackawanna Trust and Late Deposit company offerings and outlines annual rental terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lackawanna Trust
Leposit Company
Mason & Hamlin Pianos Win Highest Distinction at Exposition
At the International Export Exposition in Philadelphia in 1890 the Mason & Hamlin Pianofortes received the highest distinction among all entries and were the sole pianos recommended to the Franklin Institute for a special distinction and extra medal.
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Philadelphia
Mason & Hamlin
Franklin Institute
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Ackawanna
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Warman
the Weather Bureau
Cramer-Wells Co
Pittsborg
B. Chittenden
Ninth Ward
E. G
Coursen
DR. Allen
DR. Ward
Amherst
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Casey Brothers
Lackawanna Ave
Bechiller Lodge
A. M
Walter Kh. Moyer
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Threday
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Leadere Goodman
WLM
Celbert
Central
Telephone and Supply CO
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L. B. Powell & Co
Washington Avenue
Wei Cotch
Bocker
Eldulivard
Dese
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Blevele
Markinioeh
Vietin
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Cote
Bey
Boston Tea Company
Conrad
Scpanton
F. L. Crane
R. F. Prendergast
Pierce's Market
Jewbury
Starker Cadi
Ioda
W. H. Pierce
Warkseurers Aves Dryleyyga Heap
Hale
Gunn
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