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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1894
Page
3
A Tribune promotional appeal urges saving a dime daily to acquire the Encyclopaedia Britannica set. The offer promises a full twenty five volume edition, supplemented to date, through weekly savings, enabling subscribers to access extensive knowledge at a fraction of former cost. Readers are invited to visit or call on specified days to enroll.
Exercises for the presentation of a new bell to No 25 School at Providence are to be held this afternoon in the school auditorium. The program includes remarks by L A Lange and G W Phillips, a bell presentation by L Wormaer, and songs. Public inspection will precede the event, and the Bell was secured by John Hopewell.
The West Side Special Committee met to discuss proposed viaduct construction plans. Officials reviewed timelines and potential routes, weighing structural needs and community impact as the project advances.
City officials discuss building a 34 foot wide viaduct with two sidewalks and double tracks from Seventh to Ninth streets. The city would cover one third of costs, with Delaware, Lackawanna and Western and Scranton Traction Company asked to share. Readings from Reading and Harrisburg cited as precedent.
A city committee report proposes building the Linden Street bridge and a surface road from Swetland terminus to the Swetland bridge. City Engineer Phillips and W W Williams of Groton Bridge Co say both structures can be erected for 225000 dollars.
William Connell, president, could not attend last night’s rehearsal at the Young Men’s Christian Association hall. A large crowd heard strong singing as Connell sent a letter from Boraston dated January 3 1804 expressing regret and promising to visit at the earliest opportunity.
At a special meeting of Scranton Conclave No. 117, Ancient Order of Hibernians, held Jan 3, resolutions honor Brother Leverett I. Seeley. The group notes his integrity, expresses sympathy for his family, and votes to drape the charter in mourning for 30 days. minutes and copy sent to the deceased’s family.
Epworth league and Elm Park Episcopal Church announce a concert tomorrow night in Scranton. Syracuse University students performed a lively program at First Methodist Church to warm reception, featuring college songs and high tenor pieces.
The guitar club increased audience appeal by performing assigned pieces with artistic interpretation, elevating the concert experience through skillful play and stage presence.
John T Howe presided as officers of Circle No 19 Ladies Auxiliary to the Grand Army of the Republic were installed Wednesday evening. New officers included President Mrs M D Rovhe Jr Vice President Mrs Lottie Groff Treasurer Mrs EA Scull Secretary Mrs Mary Atwater Conductress Mrs Kate Acker Guard Mrs J B Chandler. Short addresses and recitations followed with a gold badge presented to retiring President Mrs EB Scull.
Elizabeth Mahon of 611 Mulberry street marries Dr J D Walsh of the South Side at St Peters Cathedral in a decorated ceremony. Rev J A OReilly conducts, Mendelssohn and Loedermann tunes play, a reception follows at the bride's home with guests from Pittston Wilkes Barre Archbald and Waymart. Dr Walsh a prominent local practitioner and the bride a former school teacher.
James B. Mackie, the clever young comedian noted for Billy Grimes in Grimes' Cellar Door, will perform the musical farce at the Academy of Music next Monday evening. His prior role in A Bunch of Keys is recalled as a favorite, but this new performance is praised as his best yet and cements his status as an original talent.
Worthington C. Smith died at his home in St Albans VI Tuesday from paralysis. He was advanced in years and previously ill. He was a brother of Governor Gregory Smith of Vermont and long a prominent figure there. Mrs Scranton, with her son Worthington, traveled to St Albans for the funeral. A Tusve imprint announces an upcoming comprehensive directory of Scranton business and professional interests.
Building inspector John Nelson notes December permits total under 80 000 dollars, far below last year but above yearly average. He cites a dull year yet expects 1804 to bring a revival as industries resume production and vacant houses find tenants.
Ida Eugene McComb sues John McComb editor of the Scranton Eagle for divorce. Mrs McComb testifies that her literary husband abused her and offered violence. Her mother Mrs Hunter brother Clinton Hunter and sister Miss Sarah Hope corroborate. Mrs McComb resides at Carbondale.
The Lehigh Valley Railroad announces passenger trains will run via west Newark using Pennsylvania railroad tracks starting January 1 1594. Passengers from New York will use the Pennsylvania railroad from Courtland and Desbrosses Streets to Jersey City instead of the Liberty Street ferry. Newark riders may board at Market Street station. Slight time changes noted.
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