Social and Personal Notes of Scranton Week
Courting, sleigh rides, and social events fill the week in Scranton. Highlights include dances, receptions for Mrs Norton and Miss Zehnder, a surprise party at Mrs Wendover’s, engagements and marriages in local families, and preparations for readings by P F Hopkinson and a governor’s inauguration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. P. Wendover
Duntere
Megdames Wendover
Brown
Jennings
Forbes
Misses Mahon
Alice Mahon
Witerfield
Giarmewell
Sloat
Palmer
Churchill
Simms
Jenkine
Humphreys
King
Messie
Wendover
Stone
Weaver
Lerchen
Levy
Warg
Hlook
Nye
James
Marot
Movements of People Include Mrs Parke and Many Visitors
A jumble of notices lists residents and guests in transit and at home. Mrs W G Parke is seriously ill, Mrs J B Connolly ill, Chapin and family at home, J WIM in New York for work, and many others including Mrs Henry Doudhow and Mrs J Turn traveling or staying in New York, Philadelphia, Providence, or nearby towns. Several names indicate returns from trips to New York, Philadelphia, Buffalo, and Pittsburgh with other short notes on illness and visits to relatives or friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton
C. H. Zehnder
Mme
New York
W. G. Parke
J. B Connolly
Mea
Chapin
J. Wim
Civarge Lindsay
Ann Arbre
Mies Helen Reese
Knox
Borunton
Yonberlin
K. Nelson Atherton Haw
Pennsylvania Military Academy
Cheater
Patterson
Spencer
Carbondale
Werd BoOranton
Thuralay
A. K. Walker
Mittsten
Mine Hattle Silman
Owego
Will
Calvin Beybolt
Pittabure
Mre
de Haven
J. J. Ryman
Dafae
Bertha McCurdy
Local Notables and Court and Hotel Visits Reported
A jumble of names shows Mrs J J Price returning to her home after a brother’s funeral, with other locals and visitors registered at New York hotels. Superior Court Judges Beaver and Orlady plan Sunday travels before the second week’s work begins, with several residents noted at society events and dining venues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jurges Orlady
Teaver
Superior Court
Younes Women's
AOF
Chirk
POM
Connell
Ko Warren
Bollard
Brien
Coowell
JH Wind
New York
Beaver
Orlady
Ato
Wil
Baatene Dewy
Anion Law Om
Charles A. Jonnel
A. P
Nasal Beauty Tales and Accidental Dangers Revealed
A reader recounts anecdotes about cosmetic mishaps and accidental ingestions, from ammonia swallowed by a friend to glove cleaner mistaken for medicine. The piece notes unpredictable reactions, urges cautious use of products, and cites at least one medical opinion on cosmetic skin issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riisen
Eve
Prin
Bess
Musical Gossip Sparks Local Talent And Appointments
The Heberan violin method’s Julia Clapp Allen is named examiner for the New England Conservatory of Music. Beranton exponents Cordelia Freeman and Alfred Wooler advance to prominent musical roles as local concerts and society events promise strong programs. The Symphony Society, Beranton clubs, and Lyceum mass meeting arrangements highlight a bustling season with notable performers and educators.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mine Julia Clapp Allen
Ivide Muesli
New England Conservatory of Music
Miss Allen
Advice on La Grippe Treatment and Remedies
The text asserts a healthy person may suffer no dangerous consequences from a la grippe attack if properly treated. It compares la grippe to a severe cold and prescribes rest at home and Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for recovery. It notes sale by druggists and Matthews Brom as agents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matthews Brom
Actors and dramas on tour and court battles over rights
The article details Hoyt and Atvineo’s new plays and Miss Blair’s tour in A Lady of Quality, with Arthur's engagement and a dispute over The Chris Hun rights involving Caine Barrett and Miss Allen. It also reports a dramatic sea tale from the Kensington voyage, where birds aided the crew against dragonflies in the Indian Ocean.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eiugenie Blair
W. S. Wilkinson
Miss Arthur
Miss Blair
Arthur
Warhick
Mike Arthur
Wilkinson
Knickerbocket
T. Henry Reich
Fries Hodgson Burnett
Steuben Townsend
Mike Mair
Alise Arthur
Magento Elatr
Mlortids Wildairs
Burhett
Pia Caine
Wilton Barrett
Ingien
Vika Alien
Gurnden Theater
New York
Gotelp Sud
Llebbeor
Minn Allen
Miew Allen
Mr. Caine
Milas Allen
Mr. Banrrett
Willams & Mucerave
Australia
Keeles
Mr. Barrett
Mr.aline
Caine
Calle
Auatralla
Farrett
Indian Ocean
Sourulava
Kensington
Suex Canal
Langwill
Sourohbava
Java
Viears and Hagen Sale Offers Wide Linen and Garment Deals
Advertises low prices on muslin sheets and linens at Viears and Hagen, 415 and 417 Lackawanna Avenue. Highlights include various muslin widths from 5c to 17c, cambric muslin, towels, damask, linen, napkins, and coats for children, with garment specials priced from $1 to $12.50.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shaw
Viears & Hagen
Lackawanna Avenue
Jermyn Republicans Nominate Local Officials At Caucus
In Jermyn the Second ward Republicans met at Enterprise hall and nominated Decker for councilman four years W S Badger for school director three years Thomas Hunter for judge of election Thomas Salomon for inspector Thome Champion Jr constable and David Garner. John Smallacombe a respected borough resident died at his Sevund and Hushbrook Keeta home after a spell of asthma and heart failure Funeral services set for Sunday at St James Episcopal Church Knights of Pythias officers were installed by District Deputy Richard Reynolds Samuel Walters announces candidacy for school director in the First ward sleighing a dozen youths enjoyed a ride to Royal Mrs Griffiths name reportedly sent to senate for postmaster of the borough
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Decker
W. S. Badger
Thomas Hunter
Thomas Salomon
Thome Champion, Jr
David Garner
Jobn Smallacombe
Sevund
Hushbrook
Keeta
Cornwall
England
Mel
John Mason
St. Jamex Episcopal Church
Liberty Lodge
Knights of Pythias
Depurty
Richard Reynolds
Charles Perkill
Philip Tucker
Benjamin Morgin
Price Davie
Tom Price
William Langman
Senate
Griffiths
Clergy Messages and Local Election Result Noted
From home will be showered with congratulations on return. Rev C D Bronson repeats lecture at Primitive Methodist church. Rev FR OM Dosten preaches for Benefit of the Past at First Baptist. Evangeliade views and songs noted. Rev A Benjamin preaches at M E church with topics Progress in hur ed Work and The Practical Teet of the Gowrie. Rev Woc Hall discusses safety of the Children and A Wonderful Newark. Caucus among candidates for school director ends with two acclamations. Gumes, the successful candidate, wins by one vote. Ward ticket tied to election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. D. Bronson
Primitive Methodist Church
OM. Dosten
First Baptist Church
A. Benjamin
Osborne
Cloke
Gumes
Record of 1898 highlights economic and social metrics
The excerpt surveys major U S economic indicators and statistics of 1898, noting wheat prices, exports, manufactured goods, and per capita figures. It references records in production, imports, and holdings, and mentions notable imports and commercial metrics of the era.
Surpasses Previous Volumes From Tunihauook Age Tribute
The Beranton Tribute Year Mook reports surpluses in iy porenntend jyrg aice and silent matter all imovioue vole times. It notes a daily record of exqnta for the nant year and a temeaivd andl one wher thing caf general and bee. The item remains well Worth & place bin emis Pati hold for daily reference.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flor
Beating Round the Bush Verse Sentiment in 19th Century Note
A lyrical note addressed to a beloved from Berunton Pa dated January Ulva, noting a request for a reply to an imagined proposal. The fragment presents rhetorical questions and hopeful lines about marriage and happiness.
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Social and Personal
Jack
Quincy
Delaware
Lackawitna
Western Station
Helle
Bovalor
Chariie Spencer
Clay Avenue
Vine Street
PF Hopkinson
Beyely Club
Young Ladies’ Society
First Presbyterian Chiurch
Iidllee
Sahiorion
Jenkins
Cyrim Dy
Jones
Tieves
Misset Grace
Wdith Norte
Pier Hone
Monee Exvenue
Oliye Street
Ionamene
Liv
Marvin & Mulle
Jane
Norton
C. M. Gillin
M. Norton
Helen Stevens
Miss Watts
Philandelphia
Frappe
Helen Jones
Nettle Schlager
Millie Woormeyer
Fel. Wormeyer
Linden Street
J. A. Ackerman
Wormann
Ap. m
Mia
Zehnder
Huth
Netherlands
Bryn Mawr
William Connell
Washington
Goon
J. L. Cranwell
Everett Warren
Superior and Common Pleas Court
Hates Ki. Rice
James A. Bever
FP. Smith
George B. Orlady
W. W. Porter
Dimner Teeber
W. T. Porter
J. W. Archbald
Flw
Iinster
WW. M. Edwards
E. N. Willard
J. AM. Chance
Second Presbyterian Church
Sedalin
Chance Tise
Tlineis
C. BR. Seoth
J. M. Hessler
Mise Helen Stevens
Mra
Flos
Marker
Liam
Fbudith Norton
Ondings
Harrishire
Lizale Niehole
Tol Tenning
Leggett Street
Rev
W. F. Davies
Mise Mary Williams
Frederick Rupp
Port Jervis
St. Luke's Church
Trev
Rogers Ternel
Mise Lotthe Willams
Mayfield
WO. Morgan
Marshal Olmstead
Larrisburg
William Wells
Hollister Avenue
Board of Trade
Rogers Ierael
Architect Brown
Bt. Luke
New Marish House
Tow
Harrisburg
F. A. Brownseemle
Wilkes- Barre
Miss Oakley
Ignace van Leavy
Kingston
California
Raymond & Whitcomb
Salt Lake City
Wilkes-Barre
Albert N. Cromer
Alma Myers
Chicago
Jermyn
Anna Hart
Lidwig
Four Cent
Peter O'Brien
St. Patrick's Church
Weert
Dr. Humphreys
Humphreys Med, Co
William and John
Cordelia Freeman
Beranton
Huntingdon, Pa
Presbyterian Church
Alfred Wooler
Elim Park Church
Hugh A. Clarke
University of Pennsylvania
Willis T. Leonard
Jurtus
Cireen Ridge
Thie City
Lennard Oo
Symphony Society
Avendvon
Norway Symphony
Symphony
Theolore Uemberser
Albert Rippart
Frederick Wichmayer
Harvey Tlackwood
Faust
Gauned
Wihine Ghld
Wagener
Don Tuna
Mowart Knelgel
Sauer
Hennemeisier
Emil Pouer
Symphony Orchestra
A. T. Watkins
Cirke
Perkins
Paler
Beranton Musical Culture Club
Finn & Phillips
Joseph O'Bren
Dear Connell
Mm. M. EE. McDionald
Nellie Beamisth
Mise All
Mahy
Christian Desociation Lyceum
Don
Totem Tad Tinek
Watkins
Hugleton Elsteddfod
Hoyt
Atvineo
Marlin
Buss
Mor. Noyt
Mr. Horton
Meee
Mr. Murkna
Charles Proeaman
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Philadelphia
Sourabaya
John Langwill
Clark Feussell
Sallora
Mensington
Ile Mitchief
Kngton
Boatawain
Lonsdale
Atlantic P
Ife
F.C
P. C
S&s
Paul
Conmier
United States
Pei
Io Latawat
al Porniy
Mibiey
Farbert
Dee Magee
Browk Exehitee
Fince Ee
Fuillliren
Amne
Win Beiliitie Peli Sag
Tribune
Dean
Alfeed Wooler
Jan
Ulva
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