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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 17, 1894

Page

5

Plumbers’ Union Ball Plans and City Notices

The Plumbers union No. 0 schedules its second annual ball for Friday evening June 24 at Lumen Hill. The crematory will shut for a week for repairs and garbage intake stops. Remakes to Scranton Bicycle Club members tonight at the club house. Catholic choirs urged to meet at College Hall tonight. Marriage licenses granted to John Fadden and Katia McNeely of Olyphant. John Lomong and Mary Ratchford set to wed January 24 at St Paul’s Green Ridge. Young Men's Institute plans St Patrick’s night entertainment with least lent talent. W G Carr to give another reading at S M Foster’s tonight. Keystone dancing class holds second annual social at O’Brieya’s in Olyphant with contests. Turkey dinner at YWCA Thursday January 18 in the evening. Reserved seats for Corvell Glee Club concert open this morning with tickets at 7. Board of Trade notes absentee list and Libby escape committee at YWCA rooms 4 o’clock. Mayor’s bridge proclamation and city finances printed with bond ordinance details.

Plumbers' Union John Fadden Katia McNeely Olyphant John Lomong Mary Ratchford Green Ridge St. Paul's Church Central City Council Young Men's Institute St. Patrick's Night W. G. Carr S. M. Foster's Washburn Street Keystone O'Briey Young Women's Christian Association Corvell Glee Club Academy of Music Board of Trade Henry Eerie Ladise’ General Committee Libby Tte

Pardon Papers Left Unsigned by Governor Pattison

James J. McCarthy's pardon approved by Governor Pattison was not received by Sheriff Fae. Senator M. E. McDonald requested the delay explanation, learning the papers lay on the governor's desk but were not signed before he departed Harrisburg.

Harrisburg James J. McCarthy Dawnes J. McCarty Pattison Nh Wookare Fae M. E. McDonald Board of Pardons Jr. McCarty Exensive Department

Replogle Guests Arrive En Route to Cape Town Home

Mr and Mrs George B Replogle from Chicago arrive in the city today to visit attorney D P Replogle before continuing to Cape Town Africa where they plan to reside. They are affiliated with the Adventists movement headquartered in Battle Creek Michigan.

George B. Replogle Chicago

Adventists plan global sanitarium network expansion

The article notes the establishment of medical sanitariums based on Adventist beliefs that disease can be banished through correct living and diet. Mr. and Mrs. Riplogle have run a sanitarium in Chicago and will be joined by two others to open an Adventists' sanitarium in Melbourne, Australia, where the doctrine is not yet known.

Cape Town Riplogle New York Philadelpia Cron Brussels Irian Point Nottingham

Charities Board Reports Donations and Fraud Checks

Treasurer Smith reports $108 contributed this week and $79 in subscriptions not yet collected. The meeting, at Albright library, included Col. Ripple and Rev. Israel. Thirty nine cases were reviewed with eighteen deemed worthy, and officials will refer cases to agents to prevent fraud.

Smith Associated Charities Albright E. H. Ripple William T. Smith Luther Keller Rogers Israel T. J. Molore E. J. Lynett

Victory for Annexation Court Affirms City Council Action

The court yesterday upheld the Lackawanni townslip annexation by the city councils. The brief opinion states the proceedings were in full conformity with the law and approved. Attorneys for opponents said they expected further constitutional questions and planned to appeal to the supreme court to keep the matter in status quo.

Lackawanni New Dan L i. Burns Tamuse Supreme Court Alfaira

Cornell Club Concert Draws Neighboring Town Attendance

Alumni lead Cornell glee banjo and mandolin clubs at the Academy of Manale next Friday evening. Many guests expected from Carbondale Pittston Wilkes Barre and Plymouth with a special train arranged for Plymouth after the concert. A reception at the Bievyele clubhouse will follow with numerous ladies and gentlemen listed as hosts.

Cornell Academy of Manale Thorn Carbondale Pittston Wilkes-Barre Plymouth Bievyele George Sanerson BR. G. Brocka J. F. Snyder J. L. Hall Everett Warren E. N. Willard H. Welles H. W. Hall OC. Dimmick J. W. Garney W. G. Parke Peter Davidson James P. Houle W. D. Raggell

Pleasant Surprise Party Honors Mrs Samter Birth Day

A charming surprise party was hosted at Sam Samter's home on Mifflin Avenue by Mr. and Mrs. Bloch for Mrs. Samter's twenty second birthday. Guests enjoyed a bean game with humorous prizes, dancing, and refreshments. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. J R Coten, Mr. and Mrs LR Marks, Mr. and Mrs Theodore Stein, Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Freeman, Mr. and Mrs Sol Goldsmith, Mr. and Mrs Aaron Goldsmith, Mr. and Mrs Joseph Levy, Mr. and Mrs Max Troutfelt, Mr. and Mrs Ben Samter, Mr. and Mrs Jacob Samter, Mrs. Joseph Klein and Ike Samter.

Sam Samter Mifflin Avenue Mra. Bloch Mra. Samter Oosa J. R. Coten Mra LR Marks Theodore Stein Jeff Freeman Mra Sol Goldsmith Aaron Goldsmith Joseph Levy Max Troutfelt Ben Samter Jacob Samter Joseph Klein Ike Samter

Engine 15 Repair Sparks Temporary Mill Shutdown Clarification

A report claimed Weaton Mill shut down indefinitely yesterday due to engine trouble. The paper clarifies the closure is temporary for repairs, not over-production, with workers temporarily out but the mill resuming after fixes. Televised art pieces and song selections are promoted while staff manage repairs.

Tur Trrisuye Weaeton

State League meeting selects officers and plans

The Pennsylvania State League held its annual meeting at the Forest House with Secretary-Treasurer Henry J. Diddlebock of Philadelphia, President K. Meyers of Harrisburg, and directors from Scranton, Reading, Altoona, and other cities. Diddlebock received a vote of thanks for his leadership as the league projected a strong season with new players and cross-league protections under the national agreement.

Henry 4. Diddlebock Scranton Pennsylvania State League of Forest House Henry J. Diddlebock Philadelphia John J. Hanlon Allentown K Meyers Harrisburg William R. Parks Huston W. A. Whitman Reading G Mishler A. T. Bentley Ridward ‘T. Chrew Alex Duns, Jr W. A. St John Martin Swift Niddlebock Diddlebock K. Meyers Henry H. Diddleboek Philadelphia Inquirer Aston Altoona A. T Diddlebonk N. E. Young

No Salary Increases and No New City Offices Suggested

A city committee including F. H. Clemona O. P. Miller and H. Luner will report Thursday on an ordinance to create the municipal building staff offices and fix salaries. The panel will oppose new offices and any salary increases and recommend maintaining current established arrangements.

F. H. Clemona O. P. Miller H. Luner Elorka

Break the Habit: Keoley Institute Offers Treatment

The passage argues abstinence is hard as a disease formed by lifelong drink habits. It notes relapses despite vows and urges seeking treatment at the Keoley Institute, 726 Madison Avenue, Stallion, Pa. The ad likens personal resolve to fund a future with better outcomes and mentions local radio titles for context.

Keoley Tnatitute Madison Avenue Stallion, Pa

Women temperance union session outlines twenty years of work

The Lackawanna county Woman s Christian Temperance Union met in Elm Park church to hear Mrs C D Simpson recount the movement s origin and early work and Mrs W D Frank review two decades of temperance effort. A note on suffrage and ballot box progress followed, with new members joining at the close.

Poole Pittaten Luserne Women’s Christian Temperance Secretive World's Temperance Congress Chicago Loyal Temperance Legion Green Ridge Mission School Mra. Swartz Hand Indies

Unnatural mother confines 16 year old Maria Barrett at central precinct

A 16 year old girl, Maria Barrett, is confined by her mother Mrs Thomas Bromage of North Malin Avenue after alleged long wardship and earnings taken. Maria claims she worked from age 11 and was abused financially, with disputes described between her mother and stepfather Bromage. Police took her into custody after returning home. The case prompts charitable society scrutiny.

Central Precinct Maria Barrett Mra Thomas Bromage North Malin Avenue Mw Taipone Ranorter Miss Barrett Goree Maloney Duntimore Bromage

Fourth Assembly Held at Bicycle Club House

Pleasant dancing affair last evening as the fourth assembly of the series took place at the Bicycle Club house. Bauer played music for dancing and the reception committee included Mrs William T. Smith, Mrs C. D. Simpson, Mrs F. Pinte, and Miss Anna Sanderson. Midnight refreshments were served by Huntington. Out of town attendees included Miss Coffin of Staten Island, Mr Goddard of Chicago, and Mr Schaeifer of Pottaville.

Bicycle Club House Bauer William T. Smith C. 2D. Simpson FP. E Pinte Anna Sanderson Huntington City Miss Coffin Staten Island Goddard Chicago Schaeifer Pottavills

Croslen Charged With Family Abuse in Putnam Street Case

Thoras Croslen of Putnam Street faced Mayor Connell on a charge of abusing his wife, her sister, and his mother in law. He denied the accusation but witnesses cited a knife wound on his wife. He was fined ten dollars for the offense.

Thoras Croslen Putnam Street Connell Croslon

Gnuttohi & Sova Market Old Music Boxes in Philadelphia

Gnuttohi and Sova at 1080 Chestnut Street Philadelphia advertise wonderful orcinatrial organs and band music boxes priced at $10. They specialize in repairing and upgrading old music boxes with new tangs.

Gnuttohi & Sova Chestnut Street Philadelphia

Burke Non-Suited in Damages Suit Against Canal Company

The Scranton and Forest City Railroad ran through the late George L. Morss’s Carbondale property. His widow and heirs seek compensation for damages to land and quarry operations. Judge Archbald granted a non-suit in Patrick Burke versus the Delaware and Hudson Canal Company, with a rule to show cause why it should not be stricken off.

Scranton and Forest City Patrick Burke Delaware and Hudson Canal Munch William Littlejohn John J. Murphy Mra Bridiget Barko Patrick Hogan Baro Alfred Weeks Christopher Smith J. J. Atherton Delaware and Hudson Canal Company W. H. Jessup T. R. Martin Archbald Lola Moras Scranton and Forest City Railroad Company India Gunater Alfred Hand

August Erneart Still Lives Amid Hope for Recovery

Anastust Erneart, who attempted suicide by a self-inflicted gunshot, remains alive after initial fatal prognosis. Doctors at the hospital report he regained consciousness and shows signs of improvement, though he still refuses to disclose his motives.

Anastust Erneart Sying Erheart

Ferrer Fires At Car In Narrow Escape From Lynch Mob

Ferrer fired four shots at a Washington avenue car wounding Timothy Burke and injuring Humphrey Bradley and Joseph Chapman. He was captured by bystanders near Lackawanna avenue and taken to City Hall. mob violence followed as onlookers shouted to stop the murderer.

Washington Avenue Spruce Danmore Franklin Avenue Tony Mischtep Mr Burke Kapp Ferrer Burke Philip Coyne J. Moore Humphrey Bradley H. A. Coursen Joseph Chapman Mr. Burke Lackawanna Avenue Frank Robling, Jr James Moir, Jr Ifo Ban Kerry Roser Bin Ferrar H. Ripple Robbling Moir Snp Ferrer Painens Perter Tia Tt Wis Timothy Burke LM. Ciates Closs By North Adams Avenue Bradley Mehus Green Ridge Mugargee Bros

Farmers Institute Deliberates at Tompkinsville Church

Farmers to hold an institute at the Methodist Episcopal church in Tompkinsville on Friday and Saturday January 26 and 27. Topics include Why Farmers Should Be Educated and Necessity of a Moral Education by J C Taylor and W R Graves, Preservation of the Forest, State of Palast, The World’s Air, with lectures each evening by able men.

Tompkinsville J.C. Taylor W. KR. Graves Clark Sisson T. Cure

Fire at Blacksmith Shop Sparks Neighbor Alarm

An alarm was sent from the Brick avenue and Oak street box in Providence last night. Fire crews found a forge fire at Gordon the blacksmith on Green Street causing smoke as Lupita fled the shop. The blaze arose during a new fire in the forge.

Brick Avenue Oak Street Providence Lupita Gordon Green

Deserving Poor Benefit from Girls City Entertainment

Three little girls surprised Mayor Connell with a mite of entertainment proceeds amounting to 1.35 dollars for relief efforts. The girls asked their names remain private, while their father requested discretion regarding publication of the event details.

Connell

Money Wisely Handled by Mayor in Poor Relief Fund

The mayor’s fund for city poor relief dwindles to remaining balance of 757.50 from an original 757.50 and 300 from the Wonderland benefit not yet requisitioned. The article commends prudent handling of funds still in possession.

Wonderland

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