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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1901
Page
2
A popular clearing house offering rentals sales exchanges and job help. Classifieds note rates one cent per word and five cents per word for extra insertions. Special offer for situations wanted, and a large bound minute book advertised at the Tribune office in the Yeast Side building.
A barn fire at 839 o'clock in the night destroyed the Bar ry of Bottler Thomas M Nealon s property near Tenth avenue and Booth Matin street. Two horses perished and the loss is about 900 dollars with little insurance. Firefighters quenched the blaze after a dramatic incident with electric wires melting overhead.
The board of health reports twenty two deaths in December, up five from November and nine more than December 1999. Causes include tuberculosis laryngitis convulsions and pneumonia among others. nine bodies brought in and two removed for interment with interments led by St Rows Cemetery and Maplewood. Contagious diseases are listed. sanitary operations and a few burials of calves and fo rma are noted.
Mrs Mary A McCarthy mother of Wo OH McCarthy of Cemetery short died in Canaan township on Wednesday morning after long illness. Survived by daughters Margaret Teresa of Canaan township and Mary of Honesdale and sons W H McCarthy of this city James J of Ann Arbor Charles A McCarthy Esquire of Honesdale D G McCarthy abroad and T J McCarthy of Stainton Virginia. Funeral from her late residence in Canaan this morning at 1130 o'clock with interment in Canaan cemetery.
Daniel Sully presents The Parish Priest by Dani L. Mart at the opera house with New York and Boston success cited. The comedy plays up humor with a strong second act pathos, shaping a comedy drama of notable quality.
The play follows two lovers drifting apart as a clever author’s threads form a cloak of happiness. Daniel Sully’s Father Whalen stands out as a superb character with quaint honest humor and natural sentiment, while the production is pictured uniquely staged and striking in its simplicity.
The Week of Prayer will be observed starting Sunday January 6 with union services at all churches each evening. Ministers will preside in their own houses of worship. Sunday features sermons at Protestant churches and five evenings of union programs with listed speakers and topics from Congregational Trinity Presbyterian M E and Baptist assemblies focusing on Christian service, social justice, and international peace.
The silk mill union of Klots Silk Throwing Company employees met in Metighe's Hall on South Main Street with the United Mine Workers committee to plan ongoing action. They express confidence in victory, warn the mill may close if demands are not met, and note only thirty one workers remained at closing time. The mine workers committee aid has boosted the strike and stronger influence is anticipated to win more hands.
Miss May Kilpatrick daughter of Mayer and Mrs John W Kilpatrick has been in poor health with severe paling and was treated for appendicitis. Despite initial reluctance an operation was performed Wednesday afternoon at Scranton Private hospital by Dr Gibona and colleagues and the procedure was entirely successful with her resting easily at last report.
Eddie Gorman lay in the hospital after being shot by Con stable Gilby on New Year’s night while fleeing custody. Doctors operated to remove the bullet from knee to ankle, then washed and bandaged the wound. Concerns center on possible blood poisoning and the risk to his leg.
The Fell school board held its regular meeting on Wednesday evening with Directors Dougherty Henning Updyke and Healey present. A resolution raised the salary of Mrs Corby matron of one school building and several bills were ordered paid.
Diamond Lodge will install the Shield of Honor recently chosen at their regular meeting tomorrow evening. Several members plan to hold a member event in connection with the ceremony.
Palestine commandery No. 14 Knights Templar joins Junior Order United American Mechanics Lackawanna encampment No. 1 and Independent Order of Odd Fellows in activities noted in the city.
The listing notes Saturday night performance of The Parish Priest followed by Monday night showing of The Ten-Ton Door. Both are theatrical productions likely presented by a local venue.
United Mine Workers locals 844 877 069 1611 1600 and 38 form a committee to support silk mill strikers with funds and guidance. They pledge to help negotiate a fair settlement, outline wage demands per job, and urge members to avoid working in strikers’ places to protect the campaign. The statement names Henry Collins A H John J B Walsh and others.
The Pioneer City castle Kinehta of the Mystic Chain installed officers chosen Wednesday evening. Deputy Select Commander William Rawling officiated, assisted by Past Commanders E. J. Dawe and John Caley of Jermyn No. 102. A social session followed with stories and smoke of Havanna cigars.
The notice announces two upcoming holidays next month Lincoln’s birthday on February 12 and Washington’s birthday on February 22. It notes a long interval to Memorial Day and highlights interest in the semi centennial celebration planned by the general committee in charge of Jubilation details.
The region faces several days of clear cold weather. A boy and his sister enjoy skating on frozen local ponds while adults take to the larger lakes for figure eight sessions over the mountains. Hardware dealers report strong skate sales in the past two days.
A local drayman faced trouble on Fallbrook street yesterday afternoon when frightened horses bolted and hit a tree just above Barrett's store. The driver was thrown but lightly injured. the wagon pole broke, the only damage to the wagon.
The Carbondale city board of health will meet tonight in the city building rooms to discuss police welfare matters and take action on several important items.
On January 5 1901 Rev A F Chaffee joined Nathaniel J Lang of Waymart Pa and Ethel Alexander of Forest City in marriage at Carbondale Pa.
Carbondale lodge No 230 Knights of Pythins held an officers installation on Wednesday evening. Deputy Grand Chancellor Travers served as inspecting officer. The following were installed in their new roles.
The Chester DeVonde Company presents The Ten Ton Door with Theodors Sperl as chancellor commander Robert Weir as vice-chancellor and Arthur Hastor as inner guard in a strong cast. Trooper Dave is played by Chester DeVondee who delivers a clear vivid portrayal.
Michael FP Lynnady of the locomotive shop has been named foreman of the Main street blacksmith shop replacing Andrew Wyllie who resigned on New Year’s day.
Thomas V. Nealon who led the Car bondale branch of the Scranton Truth has resigned. A successor has not yet been appointed.
Miss Helen Scurry invites friends to a thimble party at her Washington avenue home this afternoon from 4 to 7 o clock.
A community notes list several residents visiting friends in Archbald Scranton and Pittston. Movements include Charles Lewis and Miss Hannah Hughes visiting in town and Miss Margaret Crane returning from Scranton after a three week visit. Several others travel to universities or return home from studies.
The funeral of Mrs Jane Netherton was held yesterday afternoon at the Methodist Episcopal church with Rev M D Fuller and assistants officiating. Floral pillows and wreaths adorned the service as attendees included out of town friends and members from Liberty Lodge Knights of Pythias. Local notices report upcoming Knights of Pythias installation and postponed miners reading rooms, plus several visits and travels among residents.
Mr and Mrs Cook spent New Year’s day with the former’s parents in Scott Tyr Mrs and Mrs A L Thayer returned to their Nicholson home on Monday past Mr Richardson and Mr Sampson of an unspecified party were also noted in the brief.
Over one hundred pianos and organs offered for the holiday trade with extremely low prices and reasonable terms. Each instrument fully guaranteed. Call to obtain prices and see what money will buy.
Place visitors from Newark are hosted by Mrs. Wowlard Northup and Mrs. Monardman visits her daughter Mrs. G J Chapman. A Baptist church musical convention Saturday evening pleased attendees with strong orchestra and Thayer class performances. New Year's gatherings include Mr A A Davie and Grace with Warren Btone family in Waverly and Mr and Mrs Chester Miller in Edella. A community appeal expresses gratitude to the pastor and members for support during a recent bereavement.
A. G. Smith of Albany News visited the city yesterday. IW O'Brien & Co. will open a clear store on Lackawanna Street this week. M. J. Loftus returns from Lackawanna hospital after two months of treatment. Leo Lynch returns to Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore after holidays at home. District Attorney John K. Jones and family are in New York. Grace Pettigrew returns from Green Ridge Trev. Peter Roberta of Hyde Park was in town yesterday. George Mason returns to Poultney after two weeks at home. Mre A. D. Haines visits relatives at Gelatt Susquehanna county. George Criffiths of Carbondale calls in town. Bertha Cobb of Hudson Street returns home after three months in New York.
Class No. 13 of the Baptist Sunday school will mold a jovial at the home of Mr. Jefferson Warren, at West Peeck ville, on Wednesday evening, Jan. 14, with Mrs. Edward Barnes at Pittston attending a Law Award wedding.
An advertisement touts Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets as a cure for a cold in one day with a no cure, no pay policy. The price is listed as 26 cents.
A donation party will be held at the Baptist parsonage on Tuesday afternoon and evening for the benefit of Pastor Rev R B Thompson. If the weather is bad it will be held on Wednesday. Supper will be served.
An upcoming Passion Play by Professor W. Robert Goss at Calvary Baptist will appear with Eddison stereo projecting apparatus. Taylorville lodge officers for the new term are listed, and social events include New Year’s Eve at Mr. and Mrs. Teane Davis and a Taylor Silver Cornet gathering at Weber’s rink. Community church services, mine workers union, and local visits fill the period with plans and arrivals.
Miss Mayme Hinds of Main street visits sister Mrs. Snyder of Peckville. Mrs. James McCrindle of Gracedale visits town friends for three days. Miss Blanche Tregellas spent New Year in Wilkes Barre. Miss Tila Ostrander attended a Scranton party. Intermediate Christian Endeavor meeting at Miss Marjorie Robertson’s home with refreshments. Mr. H G Doud returns to Washington after a month with Greenwood parents. Mr A B E Warman of Scranton visits town. Mrs Tix and daughters from Susquehanna plan to reside here. Revival meetings at the Methodist Episcopal church nightly. Many town folks attend the Wilkes Barre New Year celebration.
Chile commits 185000 gold worth of pesos for a Pan American exposition exhibit. Honduras designs an octagonal rotunda pavilion with four side pavilions, cafes, and galleries connected to the rotunda, showcasing national products and progress. Ecuador and Ecuadorian exhibitors win Paris prizes later sent to Muffles.
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