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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1901

Page

5

Personal notices from East Stroudsinn theater figures

Mia Wik Bendhore and Ms Bann of East Stroudsinn announce family matters. Snelling and others attend a production at Poston theater linked to the Monde Tishwan company. The troupe proceeds to the Academy of Music next week under Mr Spelling with Mathe HWihttan directing and other board members.

Mia Wik Bendhore Ery Fd. Bann East Stroudsinn Winthry Snelling Pany Newnes

Masquerade Ball by YMHA Club Shown At Music Hall

The second annual YMHA masquerade ball at Music Hall drew many couples who danced to Lawrence's orchestra. Decor featured live streamers and yellow drapery. stage banners bore YYMHBR initials. Performers included Queen Victoria, Stella Relamon, Pearl Blaner, and Mephisto characters. committee members and club officers listed.

Music Hall Lawrence YY. M Ms. Joseymanne Queen Victoria Misa Stella Relamon Mise Pearl Blaner Queen of Night Mies Rose Eisner Topsy Max Neuman Harlegin H. N. Belaman Williamell A. Gineyberger Sanguel Harris New York H. Releman Abareenberger I. J. Presman H. N. Releman

Lackawanna Railways Offers Fast Travel and Comfort

Plan trips with minimal changes and premium Pullman services on the Lackawanna line to Chicago St Louis and California with quick routes and lowest fares. Inquiries from agent offices by in person telephony or mail. Also advertising city residences removal sale and shoe discounts at Nettleton’s sale.

Pullman Lackawanna Railroad Chicago St. Louis Louis California Jacksonville Pla

Hidden Gem Amateur Production at St Thomas College

The hidden gem of city theatre was a splendid amateur revival by St Thomas College students at the Lyceum. Thomas Martin Jordan led as Alexius with J G Cullen as Euphemianus, Bibulus played by John A Murphy, and Moses W O Malley as Gamlo delivering standout craft. Forty students filled roles from slaves to officers in a well staged life of Alexius, son of a patrician. The performance drew near full houses, with notable dances and strong costumes and scenery.

Lyceum St. Thomas’ College Cardinal Wiseman Alexius Bue Phemianus Thomas Martin Jordan J. G. Cullen Euphemianus Bibulus Moses W. O'Malley Gamlo John B. McHale James B. Sando John A. Ruddy Aloysine F. Colligan Edward J. O'Hara M. W. Kilcullen Leo J. O Llvera

Ex-Constable Jake Ellman Arrested on Subornation and Perjury

Ex-constable Jacob Ellman was arrested by County Detective W A Phillips on subornation and perjury. He bailed out for 500 dollars after waiving a hearing before Alderman Howe. The case ties to Max Harring’s October arrest for extorting money from disreputable women using forged warrants. Harring confessed, naming Ellman as the scheme's instigator. Harring remains in county jail as a witness.

Jacob Elliman W. A. Phillips Alderman Howe Eliman Max Harring Harring Justice of the Peace Mason Blakely Ellman Millar Young Harring

Backus Bowlers Triumph in Third Season Match

The Backus lanes hosted a clash in the Bowling League of Northeast Pennsylvania where Backus defeated West End Wheelmen of Wilkes-Barre by 279 pins. Meister of Dovkus led with 17 in the final game and 146 high average, while Smith Gorman delivered a notable spare in the third match.

Backus Pennsylvania West End Wheelmen's Club Wilkes-Barre Meister Dovkus Smith Gorman

Return of Dr. C. H. Strong Sets Local Tone

Well known physician Dr. C. H. Strong returns to the city after years abroad. He recently opened offices at 400 Lackawanna avenue and is praised for extensive practice, a complete lab, an instrument collection, and patient trust from his prior local and Northeastern connections. A railway journey via Lackawanna line is noted along with a testimonial from Dr. H. Goodman of St. Louis about dining car meals.

Tr. H. Strong Lackawanna Avenue Pennsylvania Johannesburg South Africa London Strong New York St. Louis Lackawanna Railroad H. Goodman M. D

Ninth Ward Candidate Seeks Republican Support at Primary

A Ninth Ward candidate for common council requests Republican backing at the Saturday primaries from 4 to 7 pm. The message is signed by H. E. Paine.

Common Ecouncil Ninth Ward All Republicana H. E. Paine

Last Account of Assignee for Scranton Bank Closure

On May 25, 1889 the Scranton City Bank closed unable to pay deposits totaling about 295000. Joseph H. Gunster was appointed assignee and after nearly twelve years of work he winds up affairs. creditors receive face value of their claims. The assets totaled 2090.27 with 201792.41 realized for creditors after expenses. nearly all deposits paid. The court confirmed Murray's audit. 82.85 percent of claims paid earlier and 96.49 percent of remaining balances. Net funds on hand 14392.16, after costs 13175.21, leaving 23128.12 unpaid. Resources exhausted. report details each depositor’s due amount.

J. H. Gunster Scranton City Bank Joseph H. Gunster R. J. Murray Gunster Mr. Gunster J. H. Torrey John Pr. Kelly M. &. McDonald Mrr. Gunster Joseph O'Brien Murray

M. J. Ruddy Wins Democratic Nomination for Alderman

Attorney Michael J. Phuddy won the Democratic nomination for Alderman in the Sixteenth Ward by 124 votes over John T. Fahrenholt. The contest drew strong interest and spirited turnout. Also named were G. P. Monahan for inspector of election in the First district and T. Welch as judge of election with (. EB, Tropp) as inspector in the Second district.

Sixteenth Ward Michael J. Phuddy Lase Night John T. Fahrenholt G. PP. Monahan Pires T. (. Welch Tropp

Governor Stone to Be in the City for Banquet

The board of trade banquet plans a major event in the magnificent assembly room next Monday night. Governor William A. Stone will speak on Our Commonwealth and join Mayor James Moir and United States Senator Bolen Penrose in a program highlighting Scranton Wilkes-Barre history and state affairs.

Board of Trade Cuperer O Neil Scranton Latner D. Atherton 4. A. Lansing James H. Torrey Esa James Moir William A. Stone Commonwealth United States Bolen Penrose H. W. Palmer Wilkes-Barre

Pennsylvania Coal Company Enters Final Dissolution

Delayed by a day, the Pennsylvania Coal Company ends operations as ownership transfers to a new trio. The six year anniversary of John Smith’s death looms, and officials of the reorganized firm are expected to be named shortly after the meeting. Notices suspend mining for one week to organize the transition.

Pennsylvania Coal Company John &. Smith Thornes Pennsylvanian Coal Company

Died of Injuries After Being Struck by Train

Sylvester M. Corson 8? of 2410 North Main Avenue died at Hahnemann Hospital from injuries after being struck by an engine at Providence station of the Delaware and Hudson line on December 29. He had brain surgery last week to remove a blood clot. Funeral 2 PM Friday at Providence Methodist Episcopal Church, interment in Dunmore Cemetery.

Sylvester M. Corson North Main Avena Hahnemann Corson Providence Delawary and Hudson Company Corson Ware Hahnemann Hospital Providence Methodist Episcopal Church Intormant Dunmore Cemetery

Man Safe After Long River Plunge

John Gunz survived a fall from a fifteen foot wall into the Lackawanna River Sunday night. He remained submerged for ten hours with only his head and shoulders above water and is now recovering at Moses Taylor Hospital. Doctors say most of his body is badly frozen and bruised but improving. A witness says someone may have pushed him into the river.

John Gunz Lackawanna River Moses Taylor Hospital

Annual Term Opens Amid Large Lawyer Attendance

The superior court opened its annual term with a crowded attendance of attorneys from across the state. Judge Rice sent an intoxicated man to the county jail after disrupting proceedings. Several cases were submitted or discontinued. numerous attorneys were admitted to practice, including George W. Huston and Paul J. Sherwood, with W. J. Memrie prothonotary presiding.

Rice Superior Court George W. Huston Columbia County Paul J. Sherwood Luzerne D. ©. Harrower W. W. Lathrope Louis Gramer J. B. Tuck Syracuse N. Y John L. Neill Philadelphia Taylor Postal Telegraph Calle Company Common Pleas Wiscae Philipine Engle Lewis Engle Orphans Court

Local telephone linemen strike over wage increase

General Manager Bailey of the Central Pennsylvania Telephone tells Tribuneman that only the linemen quit on Monday after learning they would not receive a 25 cent daily raise from 2.25 to 2.50. He says the men refused the foreman's offer and that the company cannot grant the increase. Wires workers are still out as management weighs the decision. He defends wages as fair compared with city peers, aside from a few employed by a new company.

Bailey Central Pennsylvania Telephone Company Tribuneman Ciy New Telephone Company

Petey N Hawn Seeks Ninth Ward Republican Nomination

Petey N Hawn announces candidacy for Republican nomination to a Ninth ward council seat under Crawford county rules. He asks friends to support him at the primary election and pledges to serve taxpayers and citizens to the best of his ability. The notice also references a removal sale in Nettleton with shoe rummage at 126 and 1s Washington Avenue.

Conmion Counccll Ninth Crawford County Petey N. Hawn

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