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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1894

Page

5

Local Social Events Fill City Evening With Activities

The Howarth’s Hibernica presents at the city atreata while a Sacred Must society event occurs. Hayss Brothers orchestra drew a large Turner hall crowd. Women’s Christian TY nce union meets at 4 at 808 Spruce. Mrs Hallstead division 82 GI A to B of L hosts a charity pound party Wednesday. Theodore Hemberger to perform at YMCA hall with Emma Conrad. Morris family mourns infant death. funeral at So'gock Railroad Ave with Rev Deardssey. Green Ridge hosts an afternoon reading for children. Elm Park church hosts Road to Victory lecture for art department. Park Place Episcopal church hosts book sale and social. donations and refreshments served.

Hayss Brothers Orchestra Jarre Turner Hall Women's Christian TY Nce Union Spruce Street W. ¥. Hallstead G.I. A B. of L Theodore Hemberger Young Men's Christian Association Churaday Emma Conrad Albert John J. Morris So'gock Railroad Avenue R. Deardssey Missiona Pennsylvania Owego Pine Street Adams Avenue Girean Ridge Allie Morgan Green Ridge Elm Park Methodist Episcopal Church Ladies Ald Society Park Place Saviorove Handy

Crowds Enjoy Strong Week At Eden House Show

Crowds throng the Eden manse enjoying a varied entertainment lineup. Curio hall displays include Aboriginal beauty Agna and Neith the smallest living woman, while Mauldoon's Picnic at the theater offers a laughable Irish comedy by a renowned troupe. The snow scene is popular and expected to draw large audiences.

Eden Manse Curio Hall Australia Agna Neith Mauldoon Artis

Death of Mrs Elizabeth Scranton Fuller

Mrs Elizabeth Scranton Fuller 65, widow of G A Fuller, died suddenly at her Lackawanna Avenue home after a protracted illness. She was a daughter of the late George W Scranton. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.

Elizabeth Scranton Fuller A. Fuller Lackawanna and Adams Avenuen

Ward Committees Appointed For Each Ward In City

The central board of trade met to organize ward committees to oversee bridge work with a total cost not exceeding 25 000 dollars. One representative from each ward was chosen with power to appoint assistants, list of ward appointees provided, meeting adjourned to tomorrow night.

Boards of Trade Central Board of Trade Sollout May Central Board W. A. May D. P. Atherton Schener PW. Gallagher South Side Board Phillips and C & Daniels West Side Board Chappell von Storch North End Joho, Roche Conneil Victor Lauer Roche Phillips Gallagher Owe Wari George Blitchell P. J. Rowne James Grier He Daly E . Robathan George J. Duhigg P. de Lacey M Truman Thomas J. Moore George Schultz John J. Schneider George Prable Colonel Sanderson John R. Farr T. E Davies J. M. Kemmerer F H. Ripple Patrick Rush C W. Westphal C. G. Boland William Blame

Stillwell Elected Captain in National Guard Election

Stillwell wins captaincy for Company A Thirteenth Regiment National Guard of Pennsylvania by 20 votes to 2 over Cox. Dimmick elected first lieutenant after votes favor him over Thayer and Derman. Company units form for a march to Huntington's for a fine supper with congratulatory speeches.

Thirteenth Regiment National Guard of Pennsylvania E. E. Chase F. W. Stillwell H. B.cox Stillwell H. B. Cox J. O. Dimmick Herbart Thayer Samuel S. Derman Dimmick Huntington’s Servai

Doctors Perform Autopsy On August Erheart

Coroner Kelly impannelled a jury to inquire into the death of August Erheart who died at Lackawanga hospital Sunday afternoon from wounds believed self inflicted. The autopsy found a bullet pierced both lung lobes between the fourth and fifth ribs and passed very near the heart.

Erheart Kelly August Erheart Lackawanga Hospital de. P. Hi. Kearney E. M. Pennypaocker George Heed Charles Butterman Dr. Jones Charles E. Daniela Court House

Scranton Young Men’s Christian Association Triumph in Wilkes-Barre

The Scranton YC A basketball team defeated Wilkes-Barre by a score of 17 to 6 in Scranton. Team members listed include Edward Coleman Georges Koch James McGouldrick Watt Davis Walter Moir Fred Cartwright Will Welken Joseph Foster John Nallin Robert Simpson and Charles House with Nelson Teets serving as umpire.

Wilkae-Harre Tame Crack Playsra Scranton Young Men Wilkes-Barre Wew Scranton Edward Coleman Georges Koch James McGouldrick Watt Davis Walter Moir Fred Cartwright Will Welken Joseph Foster John Nallin Robert Simpson Charles House Nelson Teets Umpira

Divorce Suit Discontinued by Court Permission

By court permission granted yesterday the divorce suit of Ziba A. Brown against Josie M. Brown in this city was discontinued. They married Dec 2 1870 and Brown left February 7 1801 due to alleged cruel treatment. The suit began March 1803 and the parties have since reconciled.

Yeaterday Ziba A. Brown Josie M. Brown Brown

Taylor Borough Politics Candidate Koehler For Second Ward

John Koehler, a long prominent local businessman, seeks the Second ward seat in Taylor borough. If nominated at Wednesday evening’s Republican caucus, he is expected to prove an efficient representative.

John Koehler Q Council Taylor Cireles

John Kerwell Delights Scranton Audiences in The Hustler

John Kerwell starred as Don McFadden in The Hustler at the Academy of Magic where his friends from Scranton gave a hearty welcome. He delivered a fresh set of jokes and was backed by capable cast members including Gov Milla in a tricky female role, though occasional slips occurred.

John Kernell Scranton Academy of Magic Don McFadden Kernell

Acrobatic duo shines as others perform at rough show

James F. Cook and James E. Smith shared honors with John Kernall for an evening of high order acrobatics. James Bradley offered acceptable tenor solos while Miss Mamie Mayo mimicked Miss Theresa Vaughan with a lively sing along and a pianist solo.

Toart James F. Cook James E. Smith John Kernall James Bradley Mamie Mayo Theresa Vaughan Uastler

Executive Committee to Meet for Grow for Congress Campaign

The Republican county committee Executive Committee is urged by County Chairman D W Powell to meet at the Central Republican Club on Washington avenue Friday afternoon June 26 at 4 o clock. The session will map a county campaign in support of Gulusha Grow for congressman at large.

Gainshill Republcan D. W. Powall Central Republican Club Washington Avenue Elepy Gulusha A. Grow Concrese

Popular Books at Small Cost Displayed for Readers

A large shipment of standard works arrives with more to come, offering three series at deep discounts. The Oxford, Rugby, and Columbus lines feature hundreds of titles from Dickens to Brontë, with prices as low as two to three cents, all bound and annotated. The full catalogue with prices will be in tomorrow’s issue, and doors will open for bargains unrivaled elsewhere.

Ti ‘Tiangse Hoa Vlacs Oxford Oxford Aerivea Teisune the Duchess Aurora Floyd Miss Braddon Barnaby Rudge Charles Dickens Foul Play Charles Reader Gulliver's Dean Swift Handy Andy Samuel Lover Dane Eyre Charlotte Bront John Halifax Misa Mulock Cooper Master Passim Florence Muarryat the Moonstone Wilkie Collina Young Drake Lord Beaconsfield Lom Brown Thomas Hughes Jacob Abbott James Grant Mary A. Denison Mayne Reid Mrs. Edgeworth Sir Samuel Biker Henry Collingwood W. H. G. Kingston Henry Morton C. M. Younge William and Robert Chambers Trisuxe Thackeray Croikshank Canally Trigyxe Tre Taisene Irving Harper's Prank Leake’s McClure’s Review of Reviewe North American Century Mr. Schwencker Peor

W C A News Notes Evening Exhibitions and Classes

The note outlines a stereoptician pictures exhibition at the YWCA tonight with free entry for members and a suggestion to bring a guest. It lists noon services led by G Mahy of the YM A. German class starting next Thursday at 7, with Mrs Koetiler teaching and fees for ten lessons. Also mentions art instruction by Mr Fred Long in various media, with tiered pricing for members and non members, and ongoing women and children classes with schedules.

Young Women's Christian Association G. @. Mahy Young Men's Christian Association Thorsday Koetiler Fred. W. Long Misa Alice Stevens Erle

For Sale at Dargala Antique Store Furniture Auction

Sale includes two 80 foot quartered oak counters a 15 foot quartered oak wall case a 12 foot show case two oak tables and chairs and other store furniture at 222 Wyoming Avenue Y M building. Auctions to Frank Moyer's office. Beacheston Woora Ballantine Aler J J Wall Lackawanna Avenue. Puller in Scranton on Monday January 18 1804 Elizabeth Scranton 55 wife of G A Puller daughter of late George W Scranton funeral notice.

Dargala Wyoming Ayoour Y. M Tequire Frank Moyer Puller Scranton Elizabeth Scranton G. A. Puller George W. Scranton

Welner Admits Guilt in Winton Manslaughter Case

Italian David Welner pleaded guilty to manslaughter for the Nov 18 killing of John Morgan at Winton. He was remanded to jail to await sentencing next Saturday. Cornelius Shew also pled guilty to larceny and receiving, with fine and jail time set. Additional cases included Mrs. Gehre found guilty of keeping a tippling house with a $500 fine and 30 days in jail.

David Welker John Morgan Winton Manslanguer David Wellnae Big Attorn Jouo Corbett Adil John M. Hierris Manslwagtter John Juricu Morgan Loslag Waller Slot Juric Wellner Cornelius Shew Clayton Clark Scott Siow Ewards Margaret Gehre Dandaff Street Carbondale Kally Gebre Costa Edwards Nolle Edward Coleman Danmore Frank Melinatro Ae Small McAndrew Melinatro Jeramish Walsh Dundaff Street Mr. Walsh Walsh Dundaff Ar Straek

Garbled trial scene ends with guilty verdict and deceit allegations

The text reports a court case where Sheridan and Edward Lloyd attacked Thorpe after disputing a claim about dogs. The jury finds the defendant guilty. It also references a separate case of false pretenses involving John Copinski, Dickson City contractor, and a dispute over billed building materials and security.

Sheridan

Big Cave-In Threatens Homes on Green Ridge Road

A cave-in near Green Ridge on Ross Avenue endangers a double house owned by Bert Davis, with investors William Glifford and J. M. Baddera overseeing work. About 3 PM the earth sank, creating a thirty by thirty foot gaping void. no injuries reported though residents fled fearing another collapse. A team of horses near the site alarmed by the incident. The Von Storch heading, unused for years, hosts the unstable ground.

Ross Avenue Bert Davis Row Avenue Green Ridge Bert Divir Ocean William Glifforl J. M Baddera von Storch Aire Dal

Powell Promotes Candidacy for Borough Justices

In Taylortown Pa on January 28 a notice announces John H. Powell as a long standing candidate for borough justices. The piece notes a corrigendum for an earlier omission and urges Republicans to caucus at Weber's rink Wednesday night with a strong ticket.

Scranton Treilane TayLon Price Library Entertainment John H. Powell Jnsties Peana Powell Weber Congregational Sunday School Old Forge Township Edward L. Evans Digkapn Sanday

Maple City Miscellany funeral notices and travels

The notice records Maggie Fisher whose burial followed at St Mary Magdalen's church after dying Friday. Texas constable James Donnelly died at home at 1 p.m. with funeral arrangements to be announced. Charles Crandall and his mother left Mea for sister Mel in Buffalo while Harry Foster visits in Scranton. Thomas Crossley Jr. died Sunday at his home.

Scranton Trine Howerspae Maggie Buffalo Mr. Crandall Scranton Thomas Crossley, Jr

Price Library Benefit at Taylor features music and readings

Taylor Pa January 22 price library association plans a Thursday night benefit with Prof Lloyd of Olyphant giving selections, Harry Bonna Thomas J Williams Blanche Ward among singers, plus a tragedy dialogue and a backward sung Old Oaken Hawket by a female quartet. Admission ten cents.

Prison Escape From Lackawanna Jail in Six Month Case

Orlando Edwards, jailed for horse theft, escaped from Lackawanna county jail in convict garb after a door was left open. He dashed across fields toward Dunmore, rode a coal train to Moscow, then was tracked to his brother-in-law’s house five miles past Wayne county and recaptured by officials the same day.

Vail Lacka-wanna Orlando Edwards Edwards Waldron West Side Edwarda Dunmore Andtts Moron Wayne County Bortree Michael Grimes Nay Ang Moscow Horaé Fahey Craig Griswold Warden Grimes

Boy Wanders Hyde Park Streets Before Safe Return

A six year old boy, son of J. Newey of Hyde Park, wandered the streets Sunday evening after an early morning errand. He reached Dateh Gap and was ushered by local youths toward West Market Street. Dr. Sullivan provided care for the hungry child until his father T. J. Detweller arrived to take him home. The Provident United choir resumed Friday and Sunday rehearsals at O Malley’s hall after a defeat at Allentown. They aim to perform in the Cambro American society contest at Wilkes Barre on March 17. James Harris and Henry Protheros visited Kingston last Friday.

J. Newey Hyde Park Dateh Gap Providence Strusre T. J. Detweller Providetee United Allentown O'Malley

In Our New Store The Scranton Cash Store Opening

In Our New Store The Scranton Cash Store announces its relocation with new layout and improved delivery. Company H Thirteenth regiment N P A will meet at the armory on Tuesday Jan 24 134 at p m to elect a captain by order of First Sergeant Joan W Bexsamr and Second Lieutenant FE D Conwis

Scranton Cash Store Thirteenth Regiment N. P.A Sharp

Keeley Institute Advertises Alcohol Treatment in Stanton

The ad argues that abstinence fails and urges treatment at Keeley Institute, 726 Madison Avenue, Stanton, Pa. It claims liquor addiction alters the nervous system and promotes a lasting cure, and promotes three pictorials titled Telephone Girl, Good Morning, and Maidens Ironing.

Neucene Keeley Inguitu Madison Avenue Stanton

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Scranton Supply and Machinery CO Norrman& Moore Fire Insurance Wyoming Avenue Lackawanna Penn Ave A.B. Warman Dren Mears & Hagen Lacka. Avenue Wyorming Ave City Notes The Howarth’s Hibernica Felling Eden Munse G A. Fuller Board of Trade Choonas Ita Ant John Kerwell the Hustler V. W. C. A. News Notes Beacheston & Woora S and Ballantine Aler Arethe Beat J. J. Wall Lackawanvs Avenue Welener John Borgan Jaiil W. W. Thorpe Chew Melinairo John F Scragg Melinaire Julius Moses Archbald No. 2 Court Room Wales Michael Nissen Mr. Niesen Mr. Moses Chapute Moses Niesen Nelsen Wrgphant Jot Sheridan South Scranton O'Neill A. A. Chase PF. J. Fitzschimmiona Olyphant Thorps Thia Tribune Office Cor Sprace St John Oopinski Dickson City Renin Beown Talaga Mie Develv Agsuatuot Maple City Miscellany Price Library Association, of Scranton Pritane Taiaerk Josefh Lowesbero Thomas Fraccke Lowenberg Philadelphia College of Pharmacy S.C. Snyder D.d.s Wyoming Ave Horsethief Joan W. Bexsamr FE. D. Conwis Lietenant New York Philadelphia Brussels Irish Point Swiss Nottingham Scranton, PA Christian Was the Hatter Avenue Dr. Hill & Son Albany First National Bank Franklin Avenue Huntington Lackawanna Avenue M. Brown Cloak, Fur and Millinery Dr. Jaeger
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