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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1901

Page

6

West Scranton M rs Gormans Sudden Death and Pictures

Mary Gorman aged about 44 years was found dead at noon in the rear of 202 North Ninth Street after a week of illness and refused a doctor. Coroner to hold inquest. cause of death olephgelism. Moving pictures at Simpson M E Church and notable performances by Ackland Hoyle and Mr Howe draw audiences.

Nealis Court Simpson M. E. Church Willie Green Mary Gorman Pollor North Ninth Street W. 4 War Dyke Wittites T Tehkanenn Roberts Wilkes-Barre James Fmart South Africa China Major Wilson Lt Ie Ackland Hoyle Hubert Sicily Boyle Howe Weert Serane

Moving picture exhibit at Simpson Methodist Church

The Leman HH Howe company staged a moving picture show at Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church last evening. The clear film display drew a large audience and featured Europe scenes from the Paris exposition, praised for its sharp images and lack of typical exhibit nerves.

Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church Leman HH. Howe Scranton Europe Paris

William Green in Al leyman Kellow court dispute

William Green of W22 Roberts court faced a warrant in Al leyman Kellow court for assault and battery. He waived a hearing and posted bond for his appearance, after which family ties were noted. Green, known as Willie, had previously married Benjamin Thomas’s sister and later separated.

William Green Roberts Court Alleyman Kellow Benjamin Thomas Bromiley Avenue Green Thomas Willie Ox Green

Vaccinations at the West Side Hospital Draw Large Turnout

An army of parents and children queued for free vaccinations at the West Side hospital yesterday. From noon until late, 121 arms were inoculated while many more were turned away due to limited physician attention. Officials aimed to aid the poor, with hours set from 12 to 4 and again 6 to 8, as Dr. J W Houser and staff worked to assist applicants.

West Side Hospital J. W. Houser AM. J. Williams Tribune

Extra Quality and Wool Blanket Sale Prices

A ten day sale offers discounts on California and wool blankets, bath robes, and eiderdown comforts. Prices drop from ten cents to several dollars, with significant reductions on white California blankets, pure wool blankets, and eiderdown silk coverings. Those seeking lower prices may request comparable items.

California

The Tribune Reader Describes General Coverage Habit

A reader explains how The Tribune shaped his understanding of current events and the paper’s role in daily life. He notes reliance on local reports, editorials, and weather updates to guide decisions and stay informed.

Funeral services for local residents held yesterday

Multiple funerals were conducted yesterday for John Jones Charles Lewis and Thomas Phillips. Rev. Hugh Davies and Rev. J B Sweet presided. Interments occurred at Washburn Street Cemetery Walton and Fynon Street residences were noted. Pallbearers included John R Richards David Powell J O Evans William Richards Morgan Lake Calvin Coons Warner Frank Sutton John Decker Addison Chase James Martin William Koons Milward Maley Charles Reed and William Arnold.

Hugh Davies South Main Avenue J. BR. Sweet Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church Calvin Coons Mr. Warner Frank Sutton John Decker Addison Chase James Martin Walton Ontario and Western Thomas Phillips Fynon Street D. BP. Jones Tabernacle Congregational Church Washburn Street Willam Arnold William Koons Milward Maley Charles Reed

Local Notes Highlight Weddings Parties and Meetings

William Phillips and Alas Mary Haines wed yesterday at the Tabernacle Congregational church with Rev D P Jones officiating. A surprise party honored W Haydn Evans at his South Sumner home. Oxford mine workers were paid off amid rumors of future use of new hands. Washburn Street churches held well attended services. The Tenn Stone Co store closed and transfers moved goods to Puller stores on Main and Price. Baritone Hiarty BK. Jones confined to home by illness. Several residents visited or returned from trips. A Sunday school reports enrollment 44 with 1,62( attendance 400 per Sabbath and receipts totaling 518?G leads to a treasury balance of 278. In town visits include Goodrich of Sharon and Miss Jonnie Jones of Plymouth. Union of barbers held a meeting and enrolled new members. Patriotic Order of Ameri caners planned community dinner at Tyrone Hall. Funeral for Mr and Mrs Dunn's infant at Archbald Street home with Cathedral cemetery interment. Columbia Hose Company met to discuss business. Lou J Teachamp known as The Laughing Philosopher to lecture at Plymouth Congregational Church next Monday on The Sunny Side of Life. Proceeds fund the building fund. Specialty mentions for women’s health in Dr Treverion’s office.

William Phillips Mary Haines D. P. Jones Tabernacle Congregational Church W. Haydn Evans South Sumner Avenue Oxford Jinset Washburn Street Presbyterian Hayopten Street Tenn Stone Company Washburn Street Puller Main Avenue Price Street Hiarty BK. Jones Anna Theley Danville W. Grant Kellen Edwards Court Howe Kvane Portland Titman Jackson Street Jessie Nawuiin North Care Tell! Avenue Tobyiunna Stroudebure Washburn Street Presbyterian Bun Archbald Street Cathedral Columbia Hose Company Lou J. Teachamp Plymouth Church Theuilding Fund

Funeral of Mrs Mary Edgar Draws North Scranton Group

Large attendance from North Scranton and nearby communities for the funeral at Dunmore Methodist Episcopal Church. The Providence church Ladies’ Aid sent a wreath and flowers, and Rev A Cure served as pallbearer. Church trustees expressed sympathy, while residents and relatives were noted in the day’s updates. Local residents mentioned include Walter Kwalls, Mrs William Moore, Mrs Butler Pierce, Mrs Roderick Powell, Miss Hattie Owens, Dr W A Peck, John Healy, George E Atherton, Miss Catherine Lynett, PJ Flanagan, and others. A one day rummage sale was announced to be held at the Osterhout.

Methodist Church Mary Edgar William Edger Dunmore Methodist Episcopal Church Cary Ladies’ Aid Society Providence Church Epworth League & Cacket Ch A. Cure Dadies’ Aid Society Walter Kwalls Keenville Conn William Moore West Market Street Butler Pierce Carbondale Charles Zeigler North Main Avenue Roderick Powell Samuel Davis Hattie Owens Brick Avenue W. A. Peck John Healy West Market Sffeet

Pyramid Pile Cure Credited With Lasting Relief

A Pittsburg man claims three boxes of Pyramid Pile Cure cured his piles after months of sleepless nights. The ad touts the remedy as safe, effective, affordable, and widely available through druggists, urging readers to consult the Pyramid Drug Co for a booklet on piles.

Winter clothing sale by Providence Presbyterian Aid Society

The Aid Society of Providence Presbyterian church plans a winter clothing rummage with lower prices than any prior sale in the city. Ruth Cousins seven month old funeral held at North Main Avenue with interment in Dun nare Cemetery. Various local religious and civic notices follow, including meetings at Young Women's Christian Association, and visits by Druggist G. W. Davis and Alderman Myers in Harrisburg.

Wlock Aid Society Providence Presbyterian Shurch Ruth William Cousins North Main Avenue Dunnare Cemetery Young Women's Christian Association Misa Phoebe Smith Providence Presbyterian George Mahy Young Men's Christian Association Tr. Guild International Union Leonard's Hall George E. Atherton Montrose G. W. Davis Alderman Myers Harriaburg

Installation of Washington Camp Officers in Hartman's Hall

District President Henry C. Hartman installed Washington Camp Patriotic Order Sons of America officers at Hartman’s Hall on Pittston Avenue. New officers include President F. P. Haas, Vice President Henry Viesing, Recording Secretary Fred Gunter, Financial Secretary John Nearher Jr, Master of Form Thomas F. Kraft, Conductor Petes W. Haas, Outer Guard Fred Viesing, Trustees John Scholl J. F. P. Schwenk and Robert H. Biter.

Henry C. Hartman Washington Camp Patriotic Order Sons of America Hartman's Hall Pittston Avenue F. P. Haas Henry ©. Viesing Fred Gunter John Nearher, Jr Thomas F. Kraft Petes W. Haas Fred Viesing John Scholl J. F P. Schwenk Robert H. Biter

Columbia council in C Y M I installs officers

At a meeting of the Columbia council Young Men’s Institute in a Pharmacy hall last evening, officers for the year were installed including Chaplain Kev ER D. Matley, President M. J. McHugh, Vice President FL PL Brady, and others. The young son of Patrick Moore injured his leg by a stick while playing. Dr. Walsh treated the wound. Funeral services for Mrs. Wilhelmina Bebank are set for 2 PM at the family residence 2 Willow Street with interment at Pittston Avenue. The Patriotic council Junior Order United American Mechanics meets tonight.

Columbia Council Young Men's Institute Kev ER. D. Matley M. J. McHugh FL PL Brady Thomas Folan James Vaughan M. J. Rafferty Corersponding Thomas Sullivan John EB. O'Malley Moverial Maurice Dugan Inside Sentinel James Folan Outside Sentinel Michael Riley Murns George Burns William Paniels John Ward James Barrett Frank Patrick Moore Walsh Wilhelmina Bebank Willow Street Pittston Avenue Patriotic Council United American Mechanics

Irony and Illness Aboard City Streets

John Chrvey of Irving avenue suffers from pneumonia sores. George Hamm of the United States marine corps visits Elm street home. William Phillip leaves for Muskeegan Michigan. Constable Joseph Moore of Cherry Street is seriously ill with pneumonia. Andrew Schap of Irving avenue to Dr Thompson Private hospital for an operation. Charles Leuthold of Cedar avenue confined at home with grip. A long python escaped from Perth Zoo and swallowed two macaw beaks in the orangutan cage.

John Chrvey Irving Avenue Laree George Hamm United States Marine Corps Elm Street William Phillip Muskeegan Mich Joseph Moore Cherry Street Andrew Schap

Funeral in Dunmore Methodist Church

The funeral of Mrs. William Edgar was held at the Methodist church with Rev. Austin Griffin presiding and Rev. George E. Forsythe preaching from Revelation 1 1 no more sea. Clergymen from several towns attended and a double quartet provided music as pallbearers and floral offerings accompanied the service. Burial followed in Dunmore cemetery.

William Edgar Yesetrday Austin Griffin Wyoming A. J. van Cleft Dunmore Church George EF. Forayvile Owego Muele George Simpson Elsie Powell Anna Powell Jennie Eden Mesers J. W. Pinnell William Luts Garfield Mare Dunmore W. G. Simpson C. M. Burdam Oo Th Severson R. J. Austin F. W. Young J. Vi Newell CC. BR. Henry J. Madison I M. Furey R. Haughton

Drummer Evangelist Delivers Farewell Sermon in Scranton

Rev W H Williams, known as the Drummer Evangelist, preached his farewell sermon at the Methodist church in Scranton, urging Christians to speak one language the language of Canaan and to avoid temptations such as whiskey and dances. He praised the local press for covering reform efforts and thanked the Scranton press for its reports.

W. H. Williams Methodist Church Canaan Heaven Hell God Grace Jordan of Death Scranton Sheldon Religious Daily Kieetrie

Revival Services at Tripp Avenue Church

Rev Cobb preached on What Shall I Do to Be Saved from Acts 16 chapter stressing unity of intellect and emotion in conversion. He cited faith repentance and obedience as essential and two confessors joined Christ at the altar. Tonight the topic is The Gospel Is the Power of God Unto Salvation.

Tripp Avenue Christian Church Mr. Cobb Dlove Christ God

Miss Rose Palmer to Speak on China Experiences

Miss Rose Palmer recently returned from China will address the Women's Missionary society at a Thursday meeting with Mrs W Derker of Cherry Street. The Women’s Guild of St Marks Church hosts a cruller and coffee social Thursday evening at Mrs Carl Nouveau’s Tudley Street home inviting the public.

Rose Palmer China Women's Missionary Society Mre W, Dd, Derker Cherry Street Women's Guild of St. Marks Church Carl Nouffer Tudley Street Ingtl

Young Men's Institute Elects Officers and Socializes

The article notes officers elected by the Young Men's Institute were installed last night and the group spent the rest of the evening socially with cigars and music by Wahler's orchestra. A temperance lecture by Rev J J Curran drew a large audience in Washington hall. Master Norman Markle remains home recovering from a broken arm. Prof William Jones, music instructor, is confined at home with eight teeth?

Nue Welock Young Men's Institute Wahler J. J. Curran Wilkes-Barre Delver Washington Hall Norman Markle William Jones Grove Street

Obituary notices from a late 19th or early 20th century local paper

A string of obituary notices from Greenfeld and nearby towns reports deaths at local hospitals and homes. It lists Merrett Lowry of Greenfeld, Delmer L. Poote, and multiple other relatives, with funeral details, locations, and family ties across Alder Street Tavlow and nearby cemeteries.

Story of Dumas A French Trip to the Chateau Visit

The fragment describes a journey to a palace connected with a historical event. The narration mentions Kelprond Dantes and Abbe Varia and hints at a ruse or capture involving a relic or bone. Additional voices reference Luman and an abbey, though details remain unclear.

London News Tumiou Othe Abbey Paria Luman

Cleveland and Whitney in Tammany Politics

The article profiles William Whitney, noting his late start in business at forty five and his enduring political life in New York. It contrasts Whitney’s tactics with Grover Cleveland’s, highlighting Whitney’s influence with Richard Croker and implying potential friction between Whitney and Tammany Hall. The piece hints at Whitney’s strategic methods and public suspicion of his plays.

William Whitney Washington New York Richard Croker Prophet of Tammany Whitney Cleveland

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