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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1902
Page
6
The West Scranton Oxford Glee Club is organized under David Stephens and rehearsing for the Pilgrim's Choirs at the Allentown eisteddfod on St Patrick's Day. The roster lists officers, members, and committees across West Scranton Taylor and Duryen communities.
Walter W Stevens and Miss Frankie Phillips of 1616 Jackson Street were married at noon Wednesday at Washburn Street Presbyterian church by Rev John P Moffat. Attendants were Myrtle Stevens Augusta C L Phillips Peter Snyder and Catherine Jordan. They will reside in Lincoln Heights.
Thomas Hart 26 an Archbald mine employee sustained severe injuries at work. David J. Williams of 125 South Sumner avenue in P. J. & W. machine shops was struck in the eye by steel on Wednesday, seriously affecting sight, with Dr. Frey in attendance. William Walsh of 417 South Ninth street, a Bellevue mine driver, was kicked by a mule on Wednesday, fracturing three ribs.
Decision day services will be held at Washburn Street Presbyterian church next Sunday. The Christian Endeavor society celebrates its twenty first anniversary. An interesting Bible study session was led yesterday by Rev. Mr. Alrich at Mrs. Tyler's home on South Hyde Park avenue. The class grows in numbers and interest. Rev. David Spencer, D. D., of Blake-
Advertises Cashmere Sox Mens Cashmere Mixed Wool Half Hose in black and brown with stripes as decent goods. Also promotes silk pillows filled with down and richly covered, selling Saturday for $1.19 to $1.49, down from $1.75.
A large audience heard Rev H C McDernott discuss "Bixecuses" at Simpson Methodist Episcopal church last evening. Tonight's meeting targets Sunday school teachers scholars and parents with classes occupying regular seats in the lecture room. Parents are especially invited to attend.
Remains of Thomas Lewis who died suddenly at Colan's hotel on South Malin avenue were honored with services at his home on Eynon street. Rev. Thomas de Grichy and Rev. D. D. Hopkins officiated. Pallbearers from the flour makers' union attended. Burial followed at Washburn Street cemetery.
Bellevue announces the engagement of Louis Davies and Mie May Samuels. The wedding is set for Thursday January a0 at the home of Mr and Mrs John Reibel 129 South Wimore Avenue.
Mre A A Lindabury spends days with daughter Mae at Stroudsburg State Normal. Patrick Delmore lays up with a felon on his foot. Justin Smith recovers from illness. Miss Marie Burschell convalesces after a long illness. Miss Margaret Lowry hosts a party. Walter and Arthur Shoemaker recover from Chile fever. Miss Margaret Hughes is homebound due to vaccination. William Thomas and Thomas Mullen ill or recently returned. Ethel Tease and Clira Walter indisposed. John Hopking returns from Philadelphia. Mr and Mrs John V Thomas of Chicago plan to return this week. John Davin returns from New York and New Jersey. Olwen and Moyra Gerffiths return from visiting Mr George Markey.
Green Ridge superintendent Howell visited public schools yesterday forenoon. J R Jones and family occupy their new home on Columbia Avenue. Miss Mime Charlesworth returned from Carbondale visit. Y M I delegation to Providence for euchre in Y M I rooms. Mrs Andrew Nicol to entertain Ladies Aid at her home today. Mrs A Conrad recovered from illness. Mrs C B Haslem visited Green Ridge yesterday. Mr and Mrs W H Peck hosted Roselawn yesterday. F A Raiser hosted fourth Thursday reception. Asbury Methodist Episcopal Church ladies with initials I L M N O P to serve New England supper Friday 6 to 8 o'clock.
The Republican veteran of Lackawan na township will hold a caucus at William L. Jones' hotel on Miners' Hill in Minooka on Saturday to nominate officers for upcoming elections. Representatives from other districts are urged to attend.
A meeting at the Tabernacle on North Main Avenue presided by Judge A A Vosburg included addresses by Rev A H Smith and Judge H M Edwards of Priceburg. The gathering supported the Institution of Human Development, noted 16 members, and planned charter steps and Tabernacle changes. The event featured North Scranton Glee Club performances and a solo by Prof McMurray, with committees appointed to advance the project.
The Crystals of Priceburg beat Twentieth Century of Minooka 2 to 0 in a basketball game at the Auditorium last night. Elegy starred for the Crystals while the full lineup included Coleman Pritchard Elegy Owens Jehu for Crystals and Delacy Throgan Healy Heap Faber for Twentieth Century.
John Dougherty 14 son of Michael Dougherty of Thompson Street was killed yesterday morning in the Bris bin mine. He was employed as a driver boy and is believed to have been crushed between a rib and a car. His body was found by miners on their way to their chambers and was taken to his home. The funeral is set for Sunday at 2 PM with burial in Cathedral cemetery.
A delightful surprise party was hosted at the sister's Warren street home on Wednesday night for Miss Jennet Simms. Guests enjoyed games and dancing into the late hours before refreshments. Attendees included Margaret Thomas Louise Morgan Jennet Simms Margaret Davis Alma Richards Jennet Leonard Maud Davis Blodwyn Richards Fannie Watson Fannie Collins Agnes Collins Frank Coleman Thomas Howells Edward Howells Frank Davidson Richard Cox Sidney Chappel William Williams Frank Elder John Richards John Simms and George Mackie.
J T Watkinge will assist Prof Wal kinshaw s orchestra in a concert in the auditorium the first week in March. Thomas Ruane of Keyser avenue suffered a painful fracture of the right leg after slipping on icy walks while returning home. J K Smith and Q O Miller returned from fishing at Promise Land pond. Memorial Baptist Church Class No 14 prepares an entertainment for next month in the church parlors with an excellent programme.
Several hundred enthusiasts gathered at St John’s hall to watch the Defenders meet the Bloomsburg champions for the deciding game. A telegram announced Bloomsburg could not attend, leaving fans disappointed after two prior games, each side having won on its home ground. A new match with Allentown is set for next Thursday night.
For the first time since the strike began cars operated to Minooka on schedule yesterday. A guard rode the car but did nothing during the trip and no disturbances occurred. Previously, authorities limited service to Connell hose house amid opposition.
The record lists appointment blocks at 8 to 9 a m 1 to 2 40 p m and 7 to 0 50 p m marked as dual slots.
The funeral for Mrs. Thomas Gilmore will be held at 4 o'clock tomorrow morning from the family residence OS Hiver siree. The notice also references the eighth annual masque ball of the community.
The Knights of the Golden Eagle event, postponed January 1 due to smallpox fears, is set for January 27 at Workmen's Hall on Alder Street. The Athletic club masquerade will follow on February 6 with Lawrence's full orchestra providing music.
The Firemen's Relief Association in Dunmore held its annual meeting at the borough building. Officers for the coming year were elected: President Thomas L. Sansen baugh, vice president J. Po Wert, treasurer Victor Buirsehel, secretary Victor FE. Weasel, trustees Frank KE. Nickerson Minory J. Black Elmer Kk. Setzer James P. Mackey. John T. O'Niel of John B. Smith Fire Co seeks chief of the fire department. The late John Allin’s funeral is set for 2.50 pm at his parents’ Dudley street home. Republican primaries are next Wednesday evening, not Monday as previously announced. Postmaster Bishop oversees new mail boxes, about twenty-five initially.
John W. Horn, a young man living on ML Fivet Street, died yesterday after a five days illness. He worked in the moulding department at Alle Chalmers Works and was regarded as a skilled workman. He belonged to Silurian lodge No. 163 of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows.
The first one thousand ladies arriving at the Armory will be presented with a handsome Sousa souvenir as a compliment from the management.
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