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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1902
Page
2
The Carbondale News lists Delaware and Hudson Railroad timetables with trains departing and arriving at Carbondale, Wilkes-Barre and Scranton. It notes Sunday and Saturday services, various times, and connections to Waymart, Honesdale, and Montrose with mixed arrival details and station points.
On Sept 17 trains depart Cartondall for Scranton at 7 00 am and 8 00 am with daily weekday runs to Carbondate and points beyond. Scranton departures to New York and local routes listed with morning and afternoon times. Sunday schedules show additional services from Scranton.
Trains depart Oly Station except Sundays at 7:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. for Brandt and Ninavet, to Diet boom daily except Sunday for Binghamton with connections to New York City and Buffalo, and at 6:10 p.m. for Susquehannia with western connections. Trains arrive at 7:45 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. Sundays at 7:00 a.m.
The school board, with Chairman Hughes presiding, discussed equipping schools with fire extinguishers and heard about truancy issues. Bids were read for repairs and supplies, including heating, carpentry, and gas work, and a request to admit students from the north side of Eighth Avenue was approved. A teacher applicant and another job inquiry were noted, and damage to Central school prompted inquiry, with no action taken before adjournment.
St Rose hall hosts a members meeting Wednesday evening with no mock trial. Clarence McHale is named as the defendant in a case involving alleged dynamite placement on the street.
A man from Pictoryville, Pennsylvania describes severe stomach distress from rich foods. He reports relief after adopting Grape-Nuts cereal, noting improved digestion, weight gain, and renewed vitality with the product supported by Postum Co. of Battle Creek Michigan.
The text outlines a trial with defense by Martin J. Murphy and Frank Kilpatrick and prosecution by John V. Delaney and James Murris. Judge T. F. Coffey presides. Court officials and jurors to be drawn from local “sockets,” while spectators from the Society may enjoy Havana cigars. The trial is expected to be marked by management and interest.
Dorrance Dekley Burdette, known as Dorie, announces interest in the township tax collector post. He notes he may back Union party momentum while remaining loyal to Republicans and urges voters to attend caucuses on Saturday to nominate a candidate.
Trustees of the De rein Baptist church announce a senior lecture series begins January 17 with Rev. EB A Hoyle and other speakers. A silver offering funds expenses as in the prior season, drawing both wealthy and modest attendees to a popular course of lectures.
Four new members joined during a communion service at Hee Yea Baptist on Sunday morning. Trev Win FR. Grow extended the right hand of fellowship as the pastor, noting Grow's nearing venerable age and special fitness for the rite. The ceremony followed Berean Baptist customs.
Worshippers at St. Foge Church Sunday were inspired at the offertory by William Krampe a seminarian at St Bonaventure College Allegheny NY The selection O Beatus was rendered in a baritone voice heard at St Rove before Krampe hopes to be ordained to the priesthood
Manteliin Nid reports Reverend KML Sawyer and Reverend D. Ih of Manteliin attend church services at First Presbyterian Church as Rector Rollin H. Sawyer of Trinity Church remains away in Polytie, Ohio during his absence.
A Brooklyn Street incident involving a young married woman led to charges against an offender described as Garder in a store theft. The report notes the offense occurred at the shop where Gardner worked.
Popular comedian Jere McAuliffe and his company received a strong reception in Carbondale. The Grand theater was packed for both matinees and evenings, with praise for the troupe's repertoire and cast. The review highlights McAuliffe's performance, the Brothers Martine, Pauline Saxon, and the notable orchestral numbers as the show moves toward a successful week.
Commander John McComb will preside at the public installation of officers for Post 187 G A R on Wednesday evening January 8 at 8 o'clock. A. Stevens will perform the work assisted by the Woman's Relief Corps with refreshments to follow and entertainment planned for attendees.
A man killed on the Delaware and Hudson train near Saturday remains unidentified. A morgue description places him about five feet tall, around 17 pounds, grey hair and moustache, wearing a cheviot overcoat and plush cap, with a cheviot suit. He carried three red handkerchiefs two lead pencils a small draw pin blue crayon and over five dollars in change.
Fragmentary notes describe constant work at a yard for Ontario and Western road with new stalls underway and structures being erected. A heated pace to keep up with enlarging business appears to drive the project as additional improvements are planned and portions of the yard are being prepared.
Thos A Duffy a well known local figure receives a position in the offices of the Ontario and Western railroad at Mayfield sau. The announcement notes his weekly popularity and ties to the community as he steps into the new role.
George Flalsen of Hansen and Sone installs electrical gongs adopted by the school board for placement in school houses. The gongs resemble the one used at the democratic school building.
The ceremony took place at 7 am in a Carbondale residence with Very Rev T F Coffey officiating. Miss Nora Nealon served as bridesmaid and the couple left for Atlantic City to begin their honeymoon. they will reside there as Mr Bothwell manages Young's Pier.
John Hansen & Sons began work yesterday on the Slipcon Wis brewery project under a full-contract. The CONSMET lid covers the Oxforditing and colliy work started yesterday. The brewery aims for operation by July 4. Chief of Police McAndrew led a preliminary superstructure effort as Hansen & Some build the plant.
Officers of Crystal Comp and Woodmen of the World will hold a ceremony this Friday evening at Waitstall. A social event will follow as Woodmen vote to join the ceremonies and social activities.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference William F. Davies and Teelief worps within Division No. 24 A. O. H. St. Vincent de Pival society. Mentions Laivkawinia trihe Ped Men Mitchell Hose comigens Carbondale conclave No. ts Hepta- Sap bis.
A fire extinguisher test was conducted at the central school last night before the school directors. Agent Watrous led the demonstration and reported complete success. Three blazes in a large box were promptly extinguished.
Word arrives that Dr D Moore Crage has reached Hong Kong and is now located in Ching where he is practicing his profession. He expresses delight with the country.
The Knights of Father Mathew Battalion plans a meeting and drill practice tonight at Tad elowk in Watt's Hall.
Fragmented, misread text lists names, places, and events with numerous typos. It mentions individuals in New York and Wilkes, guests at various houses, and scattered references to cities, dates, and social happenings, all presented in a dated newspaper tone.
Loot of about 200 dollars taken between 6:20 and 7 p.m. Doors and windows had electric alarms but intruders left via the back door. Chief Detective Urippen and station staff investigate with no clues yet. derailment of other local events noted in the town.
The column lists remaining domestic and foreign letters at Taylor ML postoffice, with many names and street addresses. It notes a January 15 drawing for a gold mounted witch for John Proper’s benefit, proceeds for a prosthetic limb, and local notices on church services, temperance meetings, and lodge gatherings. It reports deaths, social visits, illnesses, and a memorial service, plus community events and a Taylor Prohibition Alliance meeting schedule.
In Peckville the test regular netting of clans will be held at the home of Bishop Eyuns this evening as members are expected to attend.
A meeting of the directors of the cemetery association and the secretary’s office is scheduled for tomorrow. Will Snyder, a well known foreman at the feed mill, sprained his ankle Saturday night near the Artesian Hill rooms after visiting the fire company in Olyphant. The borough council plans a special meeting tomorrow evening.
Fragmented lines describe visitors and family travel between cities, naming William Smith and Luigi Wook with uncertain roles. The text mentions a person returning to Brooklyn New York and a Miss Hutte Place visiting someone, plus a vague note about pupils receiving pentuet.
A list of names including Mabel Capwell Jesse Fisk Maud O Dell Harry Fisk Ive Capwell Ann Lewis Carrie White and Prof Lewis McKeen features in a department room report. A Baptist church entertainment is noted for Saturday evening with Sunday services. The Women’s Missionary Society meets at Mrs Charles Purdy’s home and the Woman’s Christian Temperance Union gathers Friday afternoon with Mrs J W Dershimer. A horse incident is briefly mentioned with a broken harness and missing stables last week.
The Avoca week of prayer continues with daily services led by Rev Pather O Bryne of Soran ton. About forty new members were welcomed at the Fidelity reception in Bi Mars church on Sunday. A church committee postponed a meeting to Friday evening. a social will be held after business hours. Births announced include a daughter to Mr and Mrs George Liverhodh and a daughter to Mr and Mrs June Wald. Mrs Powers, mother of David Power, proprietor of the Valley hotel, suffered multiple injuries in a fall leaving her in a weakened condition. Mrs John Tougher died Wednesday morning at her home on the West Side. funeral set for tomorrow at 2 PM with interment at Bt Maye.
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