West Scranton Day Brimming With Accidents And Civic Notes
Snow and slippery iron manhole covers caused several injuries in West Scranton. John O Halloran, 45, fractured his left leg on Malin avenue and was taken to West Side Hospital. Paul Eynon, 9, fractured his pitcher arm while coasting. Harry Sterling, son of a Main Street dealer, was bumped from a wagon when a horse slipped on icy pavement. Amid the incidents, the Week of Prayer begins tomorrow and Democratic caucuses are set for this afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John O'Halloran
Philadelphia
Malin Avenue
Jackson Street
West Side Hospital
B. G. Wodide
Syracuse
N.Y
O'Wollernan
One Hundred and Eighth Street
New York City
Paul Eynon
North Hyde Park Avenue
Accident at Home and Street Involve Local Residents
Henry Walters, a well known boot maker, toppled down stairs at his Jackson Street home and injured himself after misplacing a step during a descent. Mrs Philip Thomas of Grant Avenue nearly tumbled from one street car to another on Washburn Street Thursday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Walters
Jackson Street
Morris Court
Himelf
Philip Thomas
Grant Avenue
Washburn Street
Vin Mariani touted as world famous tonic by physicians
The advertisement claims Vin Mariani has been tested for thirty five years by thousands of physicians and millions of people with beneficial effects. It notes praise from many famous men and women across poetry, sculpture, painting, and other arts and urges purchase from all druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hite
Vin Mariani
Injuries Plague Hampton Mine and Nearby Shops
A baby suffered injuries while being carried by a striking worker. Patrick Connery a Hampton mine footman was hurt when ice fell in the shaft. Willam Sipple loading cars at Continental chutes was crushed between a beam and a car. Edward Moran at Foatrys general store injured when a 10 pound block fell on his foot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patrick Connery
Price Street
Hampton Mine
Cara
Thireday
Willam Sipple
South Keyser Avenue
Edward Moran
Foatey’s
Hampton Street
Davies Dies After Lingering Illness in Philadelphia Home
Alfred D Davies son of David T and Maud A Davies dies at 323 Wharton street Philadelphia after a long lung illness. He visited West Scranton often and was connected to Philadelphia Record staff and various local societies. Funeral from his residence tomorrow at 1 pm with a 2 pm service at Wharton Street Methodist Episcopal Church. Interment private.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alfred D. Davies
David T
Maud A. Davies
Wharton Street
Philadelphia
Scranton
Susan Davies
Davies
Hannah Hughes- Phillips
Jackson Street
David T. Davies
Grand Army of the Republic
Wic
Harrison
Lafayette
Independent Order of Odd Fellows
Keystone Assembly
Welsh Society of Philadelphia
Philadelphia Record
Wharton Street Methodist Episcopal Shurch
Week of Prayer for English Speaking West Scranton Churches
The annual week of prayer begins tomorrow in West Scranton with a cordial sermon series on Christ and the Church. Each church will host services through the week with Monday at Sumner Avenue Presbyterian led by Rev. FP Matthews on Confession, Tuesday at Plymouth Congregational by Rev. John Ty Moffat on The Church Universal, and Wednesday at Washburn Street Presbyterian by Rev KE Boyle on Nations and Their Reuters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Scranton
Christ
Sumner Avenue Presbyterian
Fyauker
Matthews
Plymouth Congressional Church
John Ty
Moffat
The
Church Universal
Washburn Street Presbyterian Church
KE. A. Boyl
Nations
Reuters
First Baptist Church
Church Sunday program and talks announced
Rev. J. B. Sweet speaks Friday at Simpson Methodist on Families and Schools. Rev. L RK Foster presents Home and Foreign Missions on Friday evening. On Sunday January 1 the pulpit will consider Christ and the Individual Members of the Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. B. Sweet
Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church
L. RK. Foster
Home and Foreign Missions
Christ
Manhole Explosion Sparks Fumes. Boys Escape Injury
At West Lackawanna avenue and Chestnut street a sewer manhole exploded when gas blew the iron cover into the air. Several boys nearby were frightened but unharmed. Patrolman Kiah Peters covered the hole with a barrel and the basin will be fumigated by the street cleaning department in the morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Lackawanna Avenue
Chestnut Street
Kiah Peters
Funeral notices from several families in local communities
Clergy officiated at multiple private funerals yesterday. Jona than Davis and his wife were buried at Washburn street cemetery after services at their Sloan street home. John Pierce and wife were laid to rest at Washburn street cemetery following a Beddoe Court service. Jane Howley burial set for 2:30 at Lafayette street house with private interment at Minooka Catholic cemetery. Dew Fant lodge members to attend Thomas Samuels funeral at Belle Vue house with interment at Washburn street cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. D. Hopkins
First Welsh Baptist Church
Jonathan Davis
Sloan Street
Washburn Street
John Pierces
Doctrines and concerts mark church and club events
The Lord's supper will be observed at First Baptist tomorrow with Rev. Mathews delivering the fifth discourse in The Doctrines of the Church series. Friends of bari tone Will Evans plan a benefit concert under H Evan Williams teaching him. St Patrick's church fair tonight lists local talent including James Cummings and Paul Barrett. F C club meets at YWCA. embroidery and dressmaking classes resume. St Bren Jen's council of YM I installs officers Monday with a smoker to follow. Patrick Patney of 1812 Luzerne Street faces a hearing after arrest for threats. Anthracite Glee party meets at Simon Thomas' hotel to arrange engagement. Webster Literary Debating society meets at Yorkes Baton's home. Simpson Methodist Women's Foreign Missionary Society holds its monthly meeting at Mrs. W. W. Davis's home with refreshments. William H. Morean noted as former prophet of Panonka Tribe No. 141 I.O.W.M. continues to be mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mathews
Will Evans
New York City
H. Evan Williams
America
Mr. Evans
St. Patrick's Church Fair
James Cummings
John Lynott
Paul Barrett
Thomas Jordan
Aloysius Colligan
St. Thomas College
Tt. F.C
Young Women's Christian Association
St Bren- Jen's Council
Young Men's Institute
Jenkins
Patrick Patney
Luzerne Street
Timothy Jones
Ralney
Alderman Davies
Rainey
Simon Thomas
Weloek
Webeter Literary and Debating Society
Yorkes Baton
Tenth Street
Edward Moree
Women's Foreign Missionary Society
Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church
W. W. Davis
South Hyde Park Avenue
William H. Morean
Panonka
Sweet health claims for Dr Pierce products in 19th century ad
A medical advertisement extols Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery, Favorite Prescription, and Pleasant Pellets for women’s health, claiming cures for stomach digestion, nutrition, blood quality, and complexion. The missive quotes Mrs. Mary H. Lewis of Tanner West Virginia praising a long recovery and improved wellbeing after trying various medicines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pierce
Mary H. Lewis
Tanner, Gilmer Co
W. Va
A. Salem
Local notices and society items from Scranton area events
Reports show leaders elected for a term after John Reed’s departure, plans for a Lincoln Heights hose company and annexation petition, and a citizens’ meeting to discuss both sides. Scranton Hook and Ladder held a meeting on company matters while a St John’s German Catholic church fair and Simpson Methodist choir events were announced. Edith Blair reorganizes her Wancving dare at the Electric City Wheelmen club house and Pryce Thomas and Nettie Willas plan a marriage at the bride’s home. Fran chi proposes burlap coverings for slippery coal hole covers outside his business.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Reed
Lincoln Heights
Scranton Hook and Ladder Company
St. John's
Simpson Methodisl Episcopal Church
W. W. Jones
Allis Mission
John Larson
Patrick Wright
Gammon's Hill
Misa Edith Blair
Eiectric City Wheelmen’s
Pryce Thomas
South Hyde Park Avenue
Nettie Willas
Washburn Street
Flag of Truce stage play in North Scranton venue
Keystone Literary and Dramatic club staged a four act military drama A Flag of Truce at the auditorium last evening the audience filled the room. Performers praised included Anna V. Roach J J Sherman P J Brenan and Kate Henry. A sobel and dance followed with St Mary's Orchestra providing music. proceeds go to the United Mine Workers of America.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keystone Literary and Dramatic Club
Anna V. Roach
Hattis Hewins
J. J. Sherman
Harry Swift
P. J. Brenan
Dad Hewins
Kate Henry
Tom Hewine
St. Mary's Orchestra
United Mine Workers of America
Funeral Services For M McNoanara And M MacAn
The funeral services were held yesterday for Michael McNoanara at 4 AM from his West Market home. A high mass was celebrated at Holy Nosary Church by Rev. J W Morgan and interment followed at Cathedral Cemetery. Mrs Martin MacAn Drew of Oak Street had a memorial service in the Holy Mosary Church by Rev. J W Moylan with many friends viewing the remains in a brick casket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael McNoanara
West Market Street
Holy Nosary Church
J. W. Morgan
Cathedral
Martin MacAndrew
Oak Street
Holy Mosary Church
J. WV. Moylan
Religious notices and funeral announcements in local churches
Tomorrow at 3.90 oclock Young Women's Christian Association hosts gospel services led by Miss Ruth Jackson at Memorial Baptist Church in Nev. W. F. Davies to preach at the usual morning and evening hours with Rev. Mr. Reese of Puritan Congregational Church assisting. Funeral services for Patrick McDonald at West Market Street home this afternoon. Mary Whatley rites at 9 am at parents home with interment at Cathedral Cemetery. Rev. S. G. Reading to preach at North Main Avenue Baptist tomorrow morning on A New Year's Resolution and evening on Sowing and Reaping. Lord's Supper observed in morning. Dr. Severson delivers Gettysburg lecture at Court Street Methodist to a large crowd last night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Jackson
Memorial Baptist Church
Nev
W. F. Davies
Mr. Reese
Puritan Congregational Church
W. FP. Davies
Edwardsdale
Baptist Church
Davies
Patrick McDonald
West Market Street
Mary Whatley
A. Severson
D. D
Court Street Methodist Episcopal Church
Gettysburg
Dr. Severson
Local Notes From North Main and Summit Avenues
George F. Atherton of North Main avenue is visiting friends at Wyom. Mrs T R Beamish of Summit avenue is recovering after an illness. Miss Mary P T Davies has returned to Bucknell University after two weeks with her parents on Summit avenue.
Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup Promoted for Teething
Mre Winslow s Soothing Syrup has been used for over fifty years by millions of mothers for teething children. It soothes the child relieves gum pain stops wind colic and diarrhea. Sold by all druggists in every part of the world 25 cents a bottle.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winslow
Dunmore Doings at First Presbyterian Church
The Ladies Aid treasurer reports strong gains with a $25 donation added to a $600 fair fund bringing the treasury to a notable total. The funds will support musical services and keep choir instructor E. E. Southworth of Scranton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Aid Society
First Presbyterian Church
A. D. Blackinton
Johnson
E. E. Southworth
Scranton
Neptune Fire Company entertainment raises funds in Throop
The entertainment committee reports a total of $828 in the treasury from a fair held in the Odd Fellows' building last year. Proceeds support Chas Atherton, a cripple, and reflect successful committee efforts and prior Neptune Fire company competitions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Throop
Chas. Atherton
Neptune Fire Company
Odd Fellows
Neptune Boys
Methodist and Presbyterian Services Highlight Sunday Pulpits
At the Methodist Episcopal church the pastor will lead both services tomorrow with morning theme Faith and Hindrance and evening Life and Character of Abraham Lincoln the Great Emancipator. St Mark's Industrial School reopens this afternoon with three sermons at 8 10 50 morning and 7 59 evening. subject Examples of the Wise Men in Their Worship of Jesus. Presbyterian pastor Rev W F Gibbons conducts both services with Sunday school after the morning service and weekly meetings continuing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Methodist Episcopal Church
Abraham Lincoln
Industrial School of
St. Mark's Church
Jesus
Presbyterian Church
W. F. Gibbons
Serious injuries in No 1 mine prompt local news
Stephen Lewis remains in very serious condition after injuries at the No 1 mine on Thursday. A physician's home examination on East Drinker Street found a fractured limb and internal injuries. The town also announces a Saturday institute in the Central building at the borough schools and notes several local visits and appointments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stephen Lewis
East Drinker Street
Besiles
Awvian Swarts
South Blakely Street
Godfrey
Scranton
Jacksonville
Florida
Marie Jenkins
Trenton
N. J
Long
Tripp Avenue Christian Church
Christian Missionary Society of Fasten Pennsylvanis
Christian Worker
Thirteenth Ward Republican Pr imaries Set This Afternoon
The Thirteenth ward Republican primaries run from four to seven oclock this afternoon. The Green Ridge Presbyterian church hosts its annual congregational meeting Monday evening. Mrs. J L Rea is returning to East Berlin Pa for her mother s illness. Mrs. J M Atherton is reported greatly improving after a serious illness. Mrs H B Treynolds on Monsey avenue is convalescent after illness. The Ladies Aid Society plans its annual meeting Monday at 3 30 pm to elect officers for the coming year. All ladies of the congregation are invited. Carrie and Mary Williams of West Pittston visit Miss Susie Williams on East Market Street, while Mr and Mrs Richard Williams hosted guests from Pittston and Honesdale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thirteenth Ward
Green Ridge
J. M. Atherton
H. B. Treynolds
Monsey Avenue
Ladies’ Aid Society
Green Ridge Presbyterian Church
Carrie
Mary Williams
West Pittston
Susie Williams
East Market Street
Richard Williams
Pittston and
Honesdale
New Year Service Led by Mrs Boles At Sunday Meeting
Gospel meeting on Sunday at 3 45 p m becomes a special New Year service led by Mrs H M Boles. All women and girls invited. On Wednesday January 10 mothers meeting with Mrs Hess in charge. Coffee and cake served. Announcement of the approaching marriage of William Weicher and Miss Georgia Johnson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Boles
Hess
William «. Weicher
Georgia Johnson
Funeral for General Osborne Held in Washington
Funeral services for General Edwin B. Osborne were conducted Thursday in Washington. He was buried at Arlington Cemetery near his son Lieutenant William H. Osborn e, who served in Cuba during the Spanish American War and died at Camp Wyckoff from typhoid fever.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwin 8
Osborne
Washington
Arlington Cemetery
William H. Oxborne
Cuba
Spain
Camp Wyckoff
Obituary Notices Collected From Local Deaths
Mrs. Cautherine Broadbent wife of Fidney Broadbent died at home on Washington avenue after eight weeks illness at 71, born in Oldham England. Funeral Monday at 2 from residence, interment Dunmore cemetery. Several other obituaries follow including Mrs John Howles, Mrs Mary Calling, Mrs Michael J Collins, Amy Meutteer, and Owl Crowley with service times and cemeteries noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cautherine Broadbent
Fidney Broadbent
Washington Avenue
Slice
Oldham
Lancashion
England
Dunmere Cemetery
Mary Calling
Center Street
Greemfielde Cemetery
Geeenfield
Michael J. Collins
Rivertreet
Aitchal
John
Hulett
Mary
Catherine
W. A. O'Connor
Pea Coal Delivered to South Side and Hyde Park
Central city delivery of pea coal at 81 1/4 dollars per ton to South Side central Hyde Park. Orders may be placed with C. B. Sharkey at 1914 Codar Ave. Phone number 6663.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Side
Central City
Hyde Park
C. B. Sharkey
Codar Ave
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General News
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Franchi
North Scranton
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Dunmore Doings
Ladies’ Aid Society of
South Scranton
General Osborne
E. Schimpff, Jeweler
Louis H. Isaacs
Bronson & Tallman
Spruce Street
Academiy OF
Burgunder & Peis
Kk. Long
W. HH. Power
Shannon
Matiner
Jon
Maude Hillman
Ground Concert Orchestra
Boudling
Prhcos
John Howles
Anthony F. Howley
Lafayette Street
Towle
Mincoka
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Marthy
Amy Meutteer
Jeener Fentieer
Ore
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H.R. Long
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Kate Putnam
Rose
Will Tl. Troy
Dahomey
Jas KR. McCunn
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Oriental Texas Steer Quartette
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Post
Masterplede
Priece
Hivening
Miteines
Leon
Bie
Leverdemain
Vaudevill, Sona
Matinees Daily
Wntat
Monte Carlo
BIG Burlesque CO
Rice & Barton’s English Folly Co
Nervita
Bly Bose
Nervita Medical CO
Clinton & Jackson
Chicago
Ill
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Luckawanna Ave
Bcranton
Matthews Bros
McGarrah & Thomas, Druggista
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