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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 14, 1898

Page

6

Ward caucuses set to nominate Fourteenth ward officers

West Side and City Suburban Republicans and Democrats hold caucuses this afternoon for ward nominations. Democrats aim to renominate incumbents McCann and Nealle, with Maguire and Wenzel challenging. Republicans back Kors for select council and Steinhart for common council amid active campaigning and local party clashes.

Repubtvan Democratiec Co-operative Hall PF. McCann P. & Nealle McCann Wiliam Mawulre Lafayette Street Nealle Charles F. Wenzel Weel Larkawatna Avenue Maguire Wenzel W. W. Rees Eighth Street Peter Kors Weee Lackawanna Avenue Select Council Milton HH. Steinhart Wright's Court Common Council Ross Reinhart Uix

Amateur variety night pleases St Lets ward audience

A local event at St Lets ward featured a mood pleasing program with music and sketches. John H H Devine chaired the program while performers including T J Welsh and T C Gilroy offered piano pieces and comic bits. The gathering, though with some resistances, showcased talent from Melaiughtin Duffy Lonergan and several others.

St. Lets Bartalhn John HH. Devine Ham Varneton Edward Weleh Thomas Melaiughtin John Shoaurhnerey al McDonough James Desadceeph Marcin Thomas For James Batton Jiis Hester Thonas FL Murphy Willis Clippey Gil Duffy James Cavanateh Richard Lonergan Robert Emmers Thomas J. Welsh Universities of Politics T. C. Gilroy Richard Kudeen James McNulty

Elentrie City lode met in revulge session at Ivenrite hall

The members of Elentrie City lode No. 315 Kolehis of Pytbhing met in revulge session at Ivenrite hall last evening. Routine business was conducted, affl eys were installed for the ensuing term, four candidates were received on probation, District Deputy Grand.

Elentrie City Lode Kolehis Pytbhing Ivenrite Hall

Simson Orchestra Formed by Sabbath Meeting at Worden Home

A plan by Chorizter Miner Wor den and Simonian Methodist members led to the creation of the Simpsin Orchestra. Mr Worden was temporary chairman with G Hew Myers as temporary treasurer. Officers include Aired Twining president Scott vice president Worden secretary Attorney Peek treasurer. committees named for legal, musical, and organizational tasks. the group lists expected instrument players and roles.

Worden Simonian Methodist Ballath Eccle Nori Hyde Park Avenue Simpsin Orchestra Worden Wan Cogelh Aired Twining BK. OW Scott View M. EB. Worden Attorner George L. Peek C. W. Lath Bronk Fagen John of Phlips Prank Beant Robert Davis Fed Dees Redd

Mr and Mrs Mathias Entertain Following Wedding

Mr and Mrs Thomas Mathias of 1027 West Lackawanna avenue hosted Clarke Bros clerks for an informal reception at their home in honor of their recent marriage. About 100 guests attended as Minerva Hopp sang whistling solos Edwin Bowen delivered a solo and Robert Owens performed fancy dance steps. Refreshments were served with Mrs William H Lewis and Mrs Elizabeth Suttle assisting in receiving.

Thomas Mathias West Lackawanna Avenue Clarke Hrost Mathias Mire William H. Lewis Elizabeth Suttle

Boy Narrowly Escapes Death in Shaft Fall

Thomas Myvans, a workman, tumbled down Briggs' shaft Wednesday afternoon and survived with several bad cuts and bruises after a narrow fall. Rescue efforts followed and the man was treated at the scene for injuries.

Briggs Thomas Myvans Ron

Local Guests and Visits Highlight City Social Scene

George Rowlands from Bellevue Training School New York city visits friends here. Mrs Mandolph Jones hosts her father F J Nicholls of Atlantic City. H P B Jacobs of Nanticoke returns from North Hyde Park Avenue visit with E Warden. J W Roberts North Main Avenue tailor travels to Pittsburg on business.

George Rowlands Bellevue Training School New York City Mandolph Jones Jackson Street F. J. Nicholls Atlantic City

Social and meeting notices from West Scranton items

The Ladies auxiliary of West Scranton hosts a social at St. David's hall with a noted programme and dancing music. Michael Hennigan to MC and Miss Mamie Shearins to be planet. admission 24 cents. West Side Republican league members urged to attend an evening meeting at their Davis pharmacy home, to nominate officers and conduct business. Officers elected at Simeon Methodist church Ladies Alderiotry include Myre M A Varies honorary president and others. funds to be organized Monday Jan 17 at 7 20 pm for musicians. Franklin steamer visit to Dy Doylan's residence to pump water. Funeral of Mrs William C Benment set for morning at St Luke's Church with interment in Paterson NJ.

Ladies’ Auxiliary West Scranton St. David's Hall Michael Hennigan Mamie Shearins West Side Republican League Davis Pharmacy South Main Avenue Ald Ferioty Cof Simeon Methodlat Church Myre M. A. Varies W. Wrigley Mra F. Randolph W. W. Davis Second View F.C. Hall W. Tt. Castner North Seventh Street Hickey John P. Kime John L. Lawry William C. Benment St. Luke's Church Paterson N. J

Testimonial Endorsement for Swanson Drop Rheumatic Cure

A testimonial from Scranton dated January 5 endorses the Swanson Drop Rheumatic Cure Co. remedies. The writer, Daniel Pry, credits the six drops bottle with curing rheumatic pain in the back and shoulders. The letter, via agent Ll. Keare, notes the remedy's effectiveness and gratitude.

David L. Kearse Filmore Avenue Jackson Street Swanson Drop Scranton Jan Ll. Keare Mia Daniel Pry Old Lattidis Street

West Side Classifieds Listing Furnishings and Services

Second hand furniture cash for anything you have to sell. Furniture stoves tools and more in one place. Call and see the crock of J King at 1 West Lac ewenna avenue Mrs Fenton clairvoyant and phenologist 42 North Main avenue.

West Side J. &. King West Lacewenna Avenue Fenton North Main Avenue

Local notices report arrests and community events

Reports from Taylor and surrounding areas describe arrests and family disputes, including Michiel Hughes held to keep the peace, Walter Major facing a wire-tint arrest, and Julia Novack charged with theft and battery. Also noted are a birth, a funeral, a church service, and planned prayers at Providence Presbyterian Church.

Simon Culver Taylor Horn—lo Mia Edward White OL Hollister Evan J. Moruun Church Avenue Michiel Hughes von Starch Avenue Bet Smith Sinal Tose MecClive Avona Clara Boyd North Mein Avenue Hoplist Avalon Walter Major John Dugan Boxy William Griffin Parker Street Hines Owen J. Connetts Deacon Street Bridget Jennings Clover Street Holy Hosiary Church Hey J. J. Toate Yenerorth Ives Park Catholic Providence

Chamberlain wagon found by Crawford & Huff partner

The Chamberlain wagon worker long unoccupied is now possessed by Mr Muir of Crawford & Huff Lumber Company. He will use it for a lumber yard and is making improvements near the plane.

Chamberlain Muir Crawford & Huff Lumber Company Taylor Odd Fellows’ Hall John Schuller Schuller Oscar Vortree Lake Ariel Innite Thie Place Yousers Max Muniey Pera House Jon FP. Letchworth Mrs. Rogers Dun- Mite Harlyra Ruane Archbald Mis

The Homeliest Man in Scranton and Free Bowtie Offer

An advertisement invites readers to call for a free trial bowtie of Kemp's Halsam for the throat and lung. It promotes the remedy as a cure for chronic and acute coughs asthma bronchitis and consumption, with price Ge and Mo.

Ashe Handeement

South Scranton Defenders Triumph In Local Basketball Clash

A spirited Wednesday game at St Johns Hall saw South Scranton Defenders defeat West Side Celal by a wide margin. Over 200 spectators watched as players and officials were named, with numerous civic notes and local social events mentioned.

Wilkes-Barre Native Pioneer Dies After Long Life

Janes D. Laird, Wilkes-Barre born, longtime resident and eldest native, died at 7 a m at 44 Hollenbuck Avenue after seven weeks kidney trouble. Born July 22 in Wilkes-Barre, he helped build the early town, learned harness marking, and started a Market Street business. He married Patience Dockerin and left four children. He and his wife attended the Methodist Episcopal church and he was a Republican. Burial at Presbyterian cemetery. Also reported is the death of Mrs Circling Start of Old Forge at 67 after a lingering illness. funeral planned from her home today.

Wilkes-Barre Janes DD Laird Hollenbuck Avenue D. Laird IMC Market Street Leatril Patience William Dockerin Lolth Jesse Carpenter Ang Teiniel Laderick Emma James Clughes Florelin Blanton Methodist Episcopal Church Circling Btart Old Forge

Slander suit seeks damages over alleged criminal operations

Mrs. Pauline Jacobs, a professional nurse, sues Mrs. Clara Mosher for 5000 damages in an action filed yesterday. Jacobs alleges Mosher, in the presence of several neighbors, charged her with having young girls at her house and undergoing criminal operations, a claim Jacobs says is false and damaging. A similar suit was to be filed against Mrs. Theodore Nauman.

Pauline Jacobs George Byale Clara Mosher Jacobs Layfayette Street West Side Mosher Clark Stiles Neen Theodore Nauman Myra Depuy

Sheriff Deeds Acknowledged In Open Court

In open court yesterday sheriff deeds were acknowledged for land transfers in Scranton and Lee Township. Names include Joseph Levy Amelia Mupt Joan Du Pont Dimmick Sophia Zwick Titus Ilwek and Edward Daniel ex with sums listed for each sale. Hood’s Sarsaparilla and Hood’s Pills advertised as family remedies.

Joseph Levy Scranton Wold Joseph Roow Swi Amelia 8 Muupt BY. Maupt Sophia Zwick Beranton Edward Daniel Titus Ilwek

Arrest of W. W. Straight in Fraud Schemes Across States

W W Straight, sought on swindling charges in Wilkes-Barre and other towns, was arrested in Jersey City on a fugitive warrant. Authorities accuse him of defrauding the Milnor-Hilard Milling Co of 418 by forged drafts, securing hundreds of dollars in several states, and facing possible indictments in Baltimore and other districts.

New York Jin M.W Straight Olin Bly Jorwy City Authoritee Wilkes-Barre Milnor-Hilard Milling Company Meana Williamaport Koo Georgy BE. van Vorst Marrishurt Brooklyn Baltimore Lehigh Valley Railroad Fred Lehigh Valley Road Strateht Bates Poerkasl Paul

Uncertain Toledo Woman Rises From Coffin After Apparent Death

East Toledo residents recount a strange episode as Mrs John Griper was reported dead after a Friday quarrel. Her daughter says she revived in her coffin, regained consciousness, and now shows signs of recovery while confused about the day.

Toledo John Graper John Griper Fie Pees Coffn

Zola Prosecution Sparks French Government Action

Paris reports Premier Meline announced government moves to prosecute famed writer Emile Zola over his open letter to President Faure. Zola accused ministers and generals of perjury regarding the BatA rhy case. a deputy called the matter in the chamber amid a heated debate.

Paris Meline Kimile Zola Faure Zoe Baterhay Hillet Mercier Bavary Paty de Claw Chamber of Deputies Count de Mao Teadher Vicwrais

Starvation in Cuba Promptes Strong Senate Resolution

Advices from Major George L. Donald Jr. in Cuba report 900 deaths by starvation in Santa Clara province since June 1. He describes widespread hunger with people begging at meals and starving women and children met at every stop, informing the state Senate which passed a Cuban resolution yesterday.

Jackson Migs George L. Donald, Jr Missineipal Cuba State Senate Santa Clara Jim McDonald

Burglar gang jailed in Doylestown after probe

In Doylestown Pennsylvania Judge Judee Yerkes sentenced four men from a burglary gang to long terms in the penitentiary. Leader Charles Arnold drew thirty years while Lafayette Williams James Young and Charles Harriw received twenty seven eighteen and sixteen years. The group operated in the county’s southern area last summer. All defendants are Philadelphia residents.

Doylestown Judee Yerkes Charles Arnold Lafayette Williams James Young Charles Harriw Gall

Representative Saunders Thinks He Is No Longer a Democrat

Frankford Kentucky January 13 Representative Saunders asserts a shift in party allegiance and questions his continued Democratic affiliation amid political signals. He cites evolving priorities and appeals for reevaluation of party ties within his district.

Saunders Frankford

Kentucky lawmaker calls for Senator Lindsay resignation

Baunders a Democrat from Union county introduced a resolution in the Kentucky House demanding the resignation of United States Senator William Lindsay. The measure, referred to committees on positions and grievances by a viva voce vote, says Lindsay voted against the Democratic Party and no longer represents its electors. The move follows a heated currency dispute season.

Baunders Union County Kentucky House of Representatives United States Willim Lindsay Lindsay

Durrant Cremation Observed Quietly in Los Angeles

The body of murderer William Melvin T. Durrant was cremated at Reynolds Van Nuys crematory in Altadena. At 2 pm the ashes were handed to his parents. Few onlookers gathered outside while staff conducted the cremation with discretion and speed.

Tow Angeles Cal Jan W. ME. T. Durrant Reynolds & van Nulns Altedenia Nol Durranian

Glenburn Notes and Local Interest Circulation

Mrs. D W Gruin visits Providence friends. Charles Moore visits parents this week. Arden Wolf resumes studies at Exeter N. George Smith returns from New York. Cordelli Moore sick. W S Palmer sold local property at Mount Powan. Town enjoys free library thanks to Miss Exllth P Amik whose dedication supports the project.

D. W. Gruin Providence Charles Moore Arden Wolf Exeter George Smith New York Cordelli Moore Palmer Mount Powona P. Amik Jdy Thly Worty Cuise

Queens County Supervisors Slash Thorn Aurora Hotel Bill

Queens county supervisors cut substantial hotel charges at the Thorn Aurora meeting. The Meme wine cost 4 15, wine clearables listed at 55.40 and Isllands 8440 were struck out, reducing the set bill from 92.01 to Bos.

New York Queens County

Dr Agnew Catarrhal Powder Cure Claim

Testimonial from James Headley of Dundes N reported instant relief after first use and a rapid cure with Dr Agnew's Catarrhal Powder. Sold by Matthews Bros.

Dr. Agnew Dr Agnew James Headley Dundes Matthews Bros

Scranton Professional Directory Listings

A dense listing of doctors lawyers and services with office hours and addresses including Dr Kay Dr Bateson Dr Frey Dr Shepherd Dr Trapold W B Lamoreaux J Bauer J Megargee Franks Brown Co R E Replogle Willard Warren Knapp Watson Diehl Hall Kemmerer Jessup Jessup Alfred Hand William Hant Frank Okell James Torrey Frank Boyle James H Torray Mears Building Traders National Building Commonwealth Building Lackawanna Scranton Pa architects Percival Morris and more.

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