Death of Walton Lee at 18 Follows Typhoid Attack
Walton Lee son of Mr and Mrs D K Lee of Belmont street died Wednesday night due to peritonitis from intestinal perforation after a severe typhoid fever attack He was 18 born in the house where he died He recently entered the bicycle business He leaves a sister Miss Olive Lee and a brother Eway Lee of Cleveland The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at Lodok Rev GA Blac will officiate Interment in Greenfeld cemetery
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walton Lee
D. K. Lee
Belmont Street
Tribune
Olive Lee
Eway Lee
Cleveland
Lodok
GA. Blac
Methodist Church
Greenfeld Cemetery
Fern Hall Crystal Lake to be run by Martha C and Mrs Johnson
The owner of the summer resort announced that Martha C and Mrs Sylvester Johnson will run Fern Hall Crystal Lake this season. There will be no bar and rates will be more affordable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fern Hall
Crystal Lake
William Thompson
Martha C
Sylvester Johnson
Bohemian Girl Sparked Crowd at the Grand Opera House
Waite n on era company presented The Bohemian Girl to a large audience at the Grand last evening with a double bill including HMS Pinafore and Mascagni style Cavalleria Rusticana. Next week Tommy Shearer and fifteen artists will perform new comedies with The Dangers of a Great City as the opening bill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Waite'n On Era Company
Mascaeni
Tommy Shearer
Local notices of residents and staff movements
Miss Kate Sillen and Miss Jennie Weller recoveries and confinements are reported along with convalescence of Mrs. Laude Wright and Mrs. W. Ti. Olver visiting friends. Several local people travel between Scranton, Milford, and Wilkes Barre. Dr Bailey visits Peter Storch in the Wilkes-Barre hospital and Chauncey Feeney is bitten by a horse. Jeese D. Norrie leaves Exile office for a government post in Pittsburg. Edward Carr replaces him in the Erie office. Professor George Mason visits the city for a few days while Mrs W 10 Frank hosts Mrs A Kerrens.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kate Sillen
Laude Wright
Jennie Weller
Mite Finn
Scott
Cleaser
W. Ti. Olver
Darto Avenue
Herrick Centre
Mary A. Gallagher
Missus Nicol
River Street
Scranton
Leroy Perlane
Walmart
Wallace Tisted
D. L. Bailey
Peter Storch
Wilkes-Barre Hospital
Delaware and Hudson
Mill Creek
Chauncey Feeney
Tr. Maliwn
Jease D. Norrie
Pittsburg
Dutice
Edward Carr
Norris
Erie
W. 10. Frank
Gilbert Street
A. Kerrens
Forest City
George Mason
Wilkes
Horses Loose Load of Coal Run Aground But No Injuries Reported
A team of Henry Soley’s horses broke away from a coal load on Lackawanna Street. They dashed along Miln Street to Dunn's office, struck a telegraph pole, and were captured. The busy street full of children had no injuries noted. Local groups report civic activities and upcoming events in Jermyn, with officers elected for the coming year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Soley
Lackawanna Street
Miln Street
Dunn
Jermyn
Archon
W. J. Bergan
J. W. Grant
Peter Speicher
T. E. Moon
D. T H. Tennis
Men Morgan
Joseph Tensnis
Price Davis
Patrick Maloney
Thomas Maresh
Trustes
John McCarty Maeters Percy
Reginald Houghton
South Main Street
Migtes Mary Spottigue
Ethel Baker
Florence Maine
Grace Townsend
Louie Cargill
Edith
Florence Maynard
Mildred Barber
Frank Pendéred
Alonzo Davis
Preston Badger
Joseph Cargill
Harold Davis
Percy
Reginald
Hazel Houghton
Lews Cramer
Havon
Ladies' Ald Society
First Baptist Church
W. L. Rogers
Becond Street
Seal Bethany
BE. O. Ward
Davis
Seton Ward Repubies
Enterprise
Peckville Sleigh Horse Runs Away Near Depot
A horse hitched to a sleigh created weekly excitement near the Delaware and Hudson depot yesterday afternoon. The frightened animal was eventually captured near the Ontario and local area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Delaware and Hudson
Ontario
Two Unprecedented Bargain Days Trade Sale Highlight
The notice touts a January trade sale with today and tomorrow bargain days. It promises record value with abundant stocks and extremely low prices and urges readers to take advantage of money-saving opportunities.
Western crossing and idle sidewalks amid icy streets
The report notes no damage to the outfit after a visit by W. F. Ketcham at Electric City yesterday. It mentions a fourteen inch thick ice harvest on John Grisdale's farm lake, and that youngsters skate on Malm street sidewalks while Pedeattians favor streets due to icy walks. The town has an ordinance to fix it, but the road commissioner does not enforce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Ketcham
Electric City
John Grisdale
Malm Street
Local notices and obituaries from Wayne County
Mrs. Giles Greene, mother of Homer Greene, is seriously ill at her Lake Ariel home. Funeral services for Mrs. Fannie Frankel, died Saturday at her daughter's home, were held Tuesday afternoon. ER Ward, longtime Bethany resident, died Tuesday morning. survived by son EO Ward of Newark and daughter Mrs. Dr. Heed Burns of Scranton. Proclaimed election day set for February 21 in Wayne County to vote on the county poor fund. A letter to Scranton Honesdale and Eastern railroad advertised in Honesdale post office. Gravity track to switch to a wide gauge by Monday. Rev. F M Whederick accepts Dunmore Baptist call. Rev. Whalen ill and not yet installed at Honesdale Baptist. The new year begins with notes on local life as residents resume routines and businesses stay busy despite winter ice and snow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Giles Greene
Homer Greene
Lake Ariel
Fannie Frankel
Mre S. Pareth
Nev
ER. O. Ward
Pethany
Bethany
EO. Ward
Newark
N. J
Heed Burns
Scranton
Methany Presbyterian Church
Wayne County
Scranton, Honesdale and Eastern Railroad
Honesdale
Nvip
Very Special Underwear Ad Prompts Curious Debut
A fragmented ad lists fleece lined jersey ribbed vests and pants for women and misses. It mentions Australian wool ribbed vests, boys shirts and drawers, and fleece lined items with prices like 25c 22c and dollar ranges. The ad repeats Very Special branding with vague sale promises.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Asc
Oxford
Jonas Longs Sons Dance Notice
Jonas Longs Sons invites readers to a dance. The article notes sleighing, a large tea crop, low opera house business, and elated soldiers headed to Harrisburg at Uncle Sam’s expense. Pickerel fishing is good and a payrolls visitor arrived. Shoe factories restart after inventory. Special Presbyterian services and resumed glass cutting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Samees
Delaware and Hudson
Honesdale
Presbyterian Chapel
Exeter club first reception dazzles Pittston with grand build ing
More than two hundred guests from New York Philadelphia Scranton Wilkes Barre and nearby towns attend the Exeter club reception on Lugurne street West Side. Oppenhiem's orchestra provides music at ten with dancing and a buffet lunch. The Buller House block is being transformed into a cozy meeting paradise for the club's planned home. The January 1 home warming will announce further improvements under Sterer Habu.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Exeter Club
Lugerne Street
Oppenhiem
Terpsicore
Dora Lee
New York
Philadelphia
Scranton
Carbondite
Wilkes-Barre
Buller House
Sterer Habu
J. J. Kirby
James Lindsay
Waymart
A. Simpeon
Atlantic City
Exchutwe
Cut Prices on Groceries At Your Local Store
Quick trip from this grocery store to your home with the best there is. Canned goods all prepared to order and tested for quality. California Hams cured in Scranton, Sugar Cured Hams 12 lbs plus, BAC Dry Salt Bacon lean and fine, California Prunes large 5 lbs, Comb Honey from selected hives, American Sardines seven cans for, Choice Rice large flaky kernels, Rolled Oats seven pounds, Laundry Starch seven pounds, Lane vs 90 E. J. Peas a dozen cans, Bartlett Pears very choice per can, Tomatoes one dozen cans, Sugar Corn one dozen cans, Peaches per can, Cream Crackers five pounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California
Scranton
C.ceessseesees
Dartlett
Awasaee Ga Pease Seuss
Ice and industry news from Wilkes-Barre and vicinity
Community notes report a new modern switchboard in Water street offices and four operators at work. Ice deliveries from Harvey's Lake, sleigh rides to Plymouth, and a large turnout for The Factory Girl at a local theater are noted. A sewer connection shortfall prompts criticism of officials as mines suspend with pay delays. Funeral for Maria Tigue announced. a widowed veteran sportsman enjoys a North Carolina hunting trip amidst regional social events.
Ribbon Sale Offers 10 000 Yards at Low Price
A chance lot of satin ribbons in black and leading shades, about 10 000 yards total, sold very cheap while stocks last. Prices about 3 cents per yard for No 4 width and similar for other widths.
Corcoran murder case dominates city talk
The Corcoran murder case and its likely outcome in the current investigation were the main topic in the city yesterday. The scene also notes the precarious condition of Mrs Walsh of Port Griffith after a paralytic stroke, and mentions sleighing from employers for breaker boys. Vienna Dining Rooms advertises sleighing parties and quick meals at 10 South Main Street by T. D. Brightgun.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corcoran
Mre
Walah
Port Griffith
Anthony Walsh
Lehigh Valley Company
Stilles
Vienna
South Main Strest
T. D. Britigun
Wyoming County cases heard in Scranton court session
Attorneys from Wyoming county attend the Scranton superior court session as three cases from the county are called. Myrtle Lindsay sues Busquahanna Mutual Fire Insurance for a full claim verdict. Charles Allen v Hersey Frost trespass from North Branch. Jayne assault case resulting in a guilty verdict after July 1807 quarrel with a patrolman and a hack driver. Seventh regiment N G P to parade at Harrisburg for the governor’s inauguration. Company K of this place to depart Tunkhannock Monday evening via the 618 rain, reporting to Wilkes-Barre armory. Major Reynolds and Sergeant Major Dean named for the battalion. Anita Harmon noted as a day operator at the D L & W station Factoryville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James BE. Frear
C. A. der- Shimer
James W. Pratt
B. J. Jarden
W. EF. Littl
C. A. Little
Charles E. Terry
Wyoming County Bar
Superior Court
Scranton
Charles Allen Ve. Hersey Frost
North Branch Township
Myrtle
Myrtle 1. Lindsay Vs. Busquehanna Mutual Firse Insurance Company
Factoryville
Commonwealth
Fred L. Jayne
Solomon Turner
Wyoming County Agricultural Society
Jayne
Turkey
Wyoming County
Ondera
Harrisburg
Willan
Bove
Tunkhannock
Wilkes-Barre
William W. Reynolds, Jr
K Company
H. D. Dean
Regiment
Alnce
Anita Harmon
The Boy Must Have Clothing Prices Are Revealed
A bold catalog note offers boys wear at cut rates. Sailor blouse suits in sizes 3 to 10 price 1.75 with navy gray and brown options. Overcoats 3.98, chevron vests 1.69, knee pants 49c, reefers 2.98 to 4.98. Second floor.
Men's Furnishings Under Cost and Discounted Underwear Sale
A vintage ad lists numerous men’s garments at deep discounts on Wyoming Avenue. Items include undergarments fleece lined wool and cotton, shirts linen and muslin, heavy sweaters, silk neckwear, and pullovers with widespread price reductions from 75c to 39c. Distinct brands appear among mid century fabrics, with emphasis on value and bulk pricing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goa
Wamsutta
New York
Wyoming Avenue
Local sale advertises varied dinnerware at 42 Lackawanna Ave
An old newspaper fragment advertises a sale at 42 Lackawanna Avenue offering a large variety of plates including dinner and fruit plates from brands like Lonsdale Fruit of Loom Hills Langdon Muslin. The ad reads like a clearance listing with prices in the sense of a catalog sale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hills
Vas
Roc
Bavcac ii
Local notes on marriages deaths and town council
Beulah Travis and H M Travis married after securing a license and traveling east by Lehigh Valley train to Philadelphia Bathmore and Washington before returning to Mooelec. Frank J. Spaulding of Porktown visited town. Mrs A J Morelock has recovered and Theodore Streeter improves. Jane Bunnell dies after weeks of illness leaving two sons F C and N G Bunnell. Agnes Shaw returns to duty as physician. Mrs J Z Turn travels from Scranton. Town council meeting covers Electric Light bill cuts to 85 and December lighting bill paid. lighting proposal discussed but no action. council adjourns to Friday. George A. Skinner appears regarding Triton horse company at prior meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beulah Travis
H. M. Travis
H. H. Wilbur
Philadelphia
Bathmore
Washington
Stase
N. Y
Theodore Streeter
Iis
Janes Bunnnell
Mr. Bunnell
Agnes Shaw
J. 2. Tutn
Scranton
Albert Townsend
Electric Light Company
A. PL Squier
George A. Skinner
Triton Hore Company
Borough approves annual appropriation to company
The borough votes to give the company hundred dollars yearly to help cover expenses. The matter was postponed to Friday evening. Representative A H Buyser of Wyoming County returned to Harvlebore for the legislature setplan. Miss Marion Moetcalf returns to Fimira College.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Helf
A. H H. Buyser
Wyoming C County
Harvlebore
Marion Moetcalf
Fimira College
Also Mentioned on This Page
Carbondale
Peckville
Buffalo
N.Y
Taylor News
Methodist Episcopal Church
Messrs
Evans
Watkins
Tubbs
Dibble
Richard Watkins
William Jones
EF. Watkins
Duct
Evans and Watkins
Charles J. Dibble
John F. Tubbs
Arthur Stone
Harry Smith
Pond Street
James Tibbs
South Taylor
Missea Ada Lang
Anna Bright
Bertha
Emma Williams
Emma Owens
Mary
Olwen Howella
Sarah Burdett
Sarah Williams
Annie
John Secore
Harry Wilton
Frederick Wilson
John Jenkins
Thomas
Margaret Edwards
Edwardsville
J. Evins
North Main Street
James Kerr
Sibley
Invincible Commandery
Knights of Malta
Reese's Hall
Taylor, Pyne and Holden Collieries
Evan L. Davis
Green Ridge
W. W. Watking
Grove Street
Ida Williams
Jonas Long
Pittston News
The
Elks
E. C. West
Rility
Ae * Pastennena
Ren
William
Clark
Pena
AY Scranton
Water Street
Hello
Charles Gibbons
Jessie Smith
Forest Castle
Harvey's Lake
Deep Rock
Ice Department
Lehigh Valley Coal Company
Pennsylvania Coal Company
Inn Queen
James Grier
John O' Boyle
J. P. Delahunty
North Carolina
Delehunty
B. W. Tennant
Stevens Colliery
Ethel Behee
Purente
Chace
Mills
Warren Street
Mt. George DT
Dendie
Oregon
Lackawanna Ave
Rgc
China
Jonas Lono
la Grippe
James A. Jones
Lander Moxia
Texas
Chamberlain
Matthews Bros
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!