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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1902
Page
2
The notice lists train departures and arrivals for Carbondale with connections to Wilkes Barre Honesdale and surrounding points, including Albany Saratoga Montreal Boston and Waymart. It also contains a political appeal urging voters to support Gelder, pledging allegiance to the people and promising faithful service if elected.
Sunday and weekday timetables show multiple trains from Carbondale to Scranton and northbound destinations. Departures listed include 7.00 am and 7.00 pm for various connections, with arrivals from Scranton around 8:08 am, and additional services to Caylosia and other points.
Trains depart City Station at 7.04 am and 4.40 pm for Prandt and Ninevell via Shams with daily Sunday service. Connections extend to New York City Wallalo and Binghamton with western links. A 10 pm service to Sueuechinna also offers western connections. Trains arrive 9.09 am and 4.00 pm Sundays at 6.63 am.
The annual report of Joseph M. Alexander shows the 1901 activities of the park board, listing repairs grounds maintenance and lighting projects, painting and supplies, with credit to visitors and staff. It notes substantial but steady progress and thanks to those who assisted during the year.
The killed man near the Delaware and Hudson line is not John Havencamp or Binghamton. Havencamp, jailed in Scranton, will be taken to Binghamton for wire theft. Havencamp, disguising as John Brown, claimed the dead man was himself, then shot at a pursuing officer in Scranton before being captured.
A letter from M. Fl. Tapynin requests voter support in Crawford county Republican primaries at the usual polling place Ne Maces between 4 and 5 PM. He states he is not a candidate for city treasurer and thanks readers in advance for their favor.
Republican primary election set for tomorrow afternoon from 4 to 7 o clock as candidates seek the city treasurer nomination. Voter participation appears urged though some candidates have limited ability to present their platforms.
John McComb commander of Will ha HH Phivies post is again chosen to lead for another year. Veterans unanimously support his reappointment citing his dedication to the Grand Army causes and his effective speaking and humor in keeping old soldiers engaged in post matters.
The fair aims to run Monday evening without outside demonstrations. Funds saved will enhance hall offerings for patrons. Entertainment includes a Moézirt orchestra delivering current dance music to attract attendees. A Schmond ring prize will go to the top ticket seller of $85 in gold, with ten cent ticket prizes and a daily door prize.
An advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets promising comfort and a cure for dyspepsia with reports from users in Sudbury and Toronto. It cites multiple testimonials, urges blurred digestion relief, and notes wide retailer endorsement.
Large crowds pack Carbondale venues as Jere McAulife and company showcase strong repertoire. Highlights include A Young Wife and The Russhin Shives with standout acts by the Martine brothers. Tonight features Tempest Tossed and Kathleen Miavourneen with Saturday changes Shimus O Brien and Conglet 140.
The Luckoawaxen association af Hayat era of the local lodge elected officers including Past chief Joseph J. Jenkins and H. B. Lewis. A smoker is planned for Tuesday evening to follow the installation and social activity.
Seats for a concert by the Whchil Puupa orchestra and Holalste are on file at Clark's pharmacy Lutem avenue and North Church street. Arthur Bochum, the great passist, will be among the musicians. Carbondale likely to be represented as delegates prepare to attend the concert.
The Sunday school children of the Church of Our Lady of Mt Carmel will hold a Christmas celebration Sunday evening after the usual services, as arranged by the church.
The pastor Nev Anthony Ceruti has prepared two Christmas trees with gifts for little ones. Friends of the congregation are warmly invited to attend and share in the celebration.
Arsemey remains dangerously sick with little hope for recovery. Gerald O Hire at two years old also dangerously ill. Eugene Chigmiin, a Delaware and Hudson operator, confined to his home on Jeffrey street. Mrs. John Courtright, sick at her home on Washington street after a severe illness.
A notable visitor at the Davies post Grand Army of the Republic Installation on Wednesday evening was D S Michaels of Ropercrost South Gibson. Michaels is a pension attorney who has had success in his firm’s elvinis.
Local branch of the Catholic Mutual Benefit association installed officers last evening in St Rose Tall The ceremonies were followed by no lune cheat jad clears and Tripromptu talks. The evening was very Interesting and enjoyible.
A list of organizations including Woodmen of the Junior Under Aimerican Meahwnles and The Royal Chicle participate in a community gathering. Other groups named are America Legion of Hone and Companions of the Forest with mentions of Lol S44 and Uniied Mine Workers.
The Crystil camp Woodmen of the World plans an evening of social features and entertainment. Members and guests anticipate a lively program with a variety of activities to conclude the event.
The mill returns to normal weaving operations and will require extended hours for some time to clear backlog and meet demand as it works to catch up with the demands.
George Benton received word of his father's death in Afton New York. Mr and Mrs Benton left last night to attend the funeral in the area.
Fragmented OCR notes describe names, places, and events in a city with mentions of people such as Carrhe Culoman Mullids and Agnes Culoman, along with dates and locales like Central Bliss, Beturitor, and Plana Nluaput. The text is garbled but reads as a meet or gathering occurring around recent headlines and social figures.
Jermyn and Mayfield residents enjoyed Hogarth’s band in town as fairs journal notes draw crowds. Thoms M. Davis eyed trotters in Carbondale while the girls sewing club plans a Sunday session at the Methodist room. Dr. P C Manley of Scranton visited, Lily McChrone returned from New York, Burgess Pendred and David Jenkins saw Foxy Quiller at the Lyceum, and council debated the Gualllgher case with Mulholland’s appeal decision left to the attorney. The borough council schedules a meeting tonight.
Mrs Z H Polhamus hosted a Meisant surprise at Bell street by the Lady Ellen Penman lodge of Rebekah with games and music. Keystone ramp 7780 officers were installed by RR W Taylor. a phonograph show followed by light refreshments. Lizzie Parry and Nicholas Cooper wed in Blakely with a wedding supper. Anthony Mayo of Dunmere street died after pneumonia. Juvenile dining meets and Excelsior Hose social planned. Lawrence’s Ovchesthi to perform at the opera house tonight.
A Peckville team attached to a wagon ran away on Wednesday afternoon, smashing windows at Roberts Bros. store as they careened toward the barn. The Wilson Fire Company quickly responded to a blaze at the Olyphant Shoe Company building, delivering a prompt save as locals watched. Mrs W W Mott left for a few days in Philadelphia, while a relative in Pennsylvania visited friends in New Jersey.
The hopeful view of consumptives grows as annual cure rates rise. Scott's Emulsion is cited as one of the best reasons for the improving outlook, praised for tolerance and steady use by patients, contributing to longer-lasting relief in this disease.
Deceased has two sons Levi and William. Barney Loftus of East Side died instantly from a rock fall in Sterrick mine yesterday afternoon. Loftus, 72, left a wife and seven children including Mrs. John Geoghoan and John, Henry, Thomas, Nicholas, Nellie Lofine, all residents of Jessup.
A Week of Prayer is to be observed at the Methodist church with Rev. Mr. Weetwoll of Chirk's Green delivering sermons in place of the pastor Rev. Mr. Chavk Kes. The Baptist church filled its pulpit last Sunday as the pastor was away on a two month absence due to marriage. Archhuild hosts Miss Wie Tinkham and Miss Balith Stone assisting, while Miss Kilh Pavey performs Virking in Eaton Pa as Dr. Mackey reports busy activity in the countryside.
Fragmentary text references a person arranging travel on a railroad line with transportation, berths, baggage handling, reservations, and furnishing rates and literature. The content is garbled and may pertain to a promotional or inquiry note about railroad travel services.
The 1901 02 season details changes in rail service from New York and Philadelphia to California note one car change to California and removal of Sunset Limited between New York Philadelphia and San Francisco. The Western Limited runs daily between New York Philadelphia and New Orleans via Pennsylvania Southern routes with Pullman cars and trains described as luxurious. Southern Railway agent Charlie L Hopkins based in Philadelphia offers information.
Announcement of a new Southern Railway passenger train, No. 4, operating via Washington and Richmond to Mortons, with service extending to Lynchburg and Danville. Charles L. Hopkins, district passenger agent in Philadelphia, will supply full information and bookings.
A promotional look at luxury rail service along the Southern Railway network from New York to St. Augustine and Florida routes. The copy touts sleeping cars, drawing room service, and extensive dining options, highlighting comfort for winter visitors and the geographic reach from New York and Philadelphia through to southern destinations.
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