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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 27, 1898

Page

5

Mistletoe Girls Host Benefit Tea for Hospital Ward

The Mistletoe Girls plan a tea from 3 to 6 PM Saturday February 5 at Mrs Boles home to aid the children’s ward of the Hioline Mann hospital. A sale of fine articles and gifts will accompany a display of blooming orchids and Breenhouses. Guests include Mrs E N Willard Mrs G O Simpson and Mrs J M Trion among others. Colonel and Mrs Stoles proceed to New York for a National Manufacturers Club dinner at the Waldorf with President McKinney as guest of honor.

Boles Hioline- Mann Hospital Jeane O Mre .M. Stoles New York National Manuficturere’ Club The Waldorf McKinney

Unclear names and travel notes from Reading to Philadelphia

Fragmented notices describe Miss Mame Nyman visiting Reading and a pie journey to Philadelphia. Other items mention Mrs W 8 Poole and Versai Willis visiting Glenwood and Aime Marey’s son Charles Arvideon’s medical case in Pittston after a nail injury. J D Bincker of Jermyn improves under Clemens care. Hardesty leads Lehigh Valley ad staff.

Mame Nyman Fin Reading Philadelpha Poole Versai Willis Page Place Glenwood Bunquehunna County Ness Aime Marey Charles Arvideon Pittston Rosevil W. Chidsey BF. Wardesty Charles B. Lee Lehigh Wallow Bathevied Company Hardesty J. D. Bincker Jermyn Clemens Mich Prank Chiud

Pastor Whippen Re-Elected At All Souls Universalist Meeting

An adjourned annual meeting of the All Souls Universalist congregation at Pine Street church re elected Rev. F. W. Whippen as pastor. L. J. Richards presided. Officers elected include H. C. Benjamin treasurer, Mrs A. B. Nicol secretary, M. J. Wilson, T. Barber, William Owens, and J. J. Richards as trustees for varying terms. C Benjamin FP, A Branda and Mrs Rose Danner named on the ways and means committee.

All Souls’ Universalist Pine Street L. J. Richards F. W. Whippen C. Benjamin A. B. Nicol M. J. Wilson T. Barber William Owens J. J. Richards A. Branda Mrs. Rose Danner

O Connor Kennedy Nuptials at St Peter's Cathedral

John Power O Connor and Miss Anna Kennedy were married at St Peter's cathedral with Rev J A O Reilly officiating. The bride wore a tailor made gown and was attended by Miss Nellie Earns with groom P P Jor lan as best man. The ceremony featured Lohengrin’s wedding march and Ave Maria sung by Mrs Schilling.

St. Peter's John Power O'Connor Anna Kennedy P. Kennedy Pleasant Street J. A. O'Reiily Nellie Earns P. P. Jorlan W. F P. Schilling

O'Connor Couple Wed in Kennedy Home Reception

The bridal party gathered at the Kennedy residence for a reception. At 245 Mr and Mrs O'Connor departed for Old Point Comfort to begin their honeymoon. Mrs O'Connor, amiable and accomplished, has many friends. Mr O'Connor is brother of Thomas Power O'Connor, noted London editor and MP, with background in journalism and stenography in New York.

Kennedy Mra. O'Connor Old Point Comfort Mr. O'Connor Thomas Power O'Connor London New York

MISSIONS IN CHINA LECTURE AT SECOND PRESBYTERIAN

A lecture on Ching and mission work in China by They A Killie was given at the Second Presbyterian Church. Visuals from the East Shantung Presbyterian mission illustrated risks faced during anti Christian riots and the hopeful conversions among orientals. The audience praised the talk and a return engagement in Scranton was suggested.

Ching and Mieston Second Presbyterian Church A. Killle Killie East Shantung Presbyterian Mission Mir. Kittle

Prohibition Circular in Lackawanna County Campaign

A proclamation from Prohibition County Committee chair Tr J C Doteson announces a countywide campaign by Charles Le May Whevlet to canvass every part of Lackawanna County. The circular pledges vigorous circulation of Prohibition literature and rallies, urging support for Good Government and raising funds for an active campaign.

J. ¢. Doteson Prohibition Lackawinne County Lackawann County Charles le May Oreanler Trentig Althouse

School Superintendent Letter Delays and Lecture Notice

The superintendent informs principals that Friday afternoon music for all grades is postponed to February 4. Colonel Preneh will give an India lecture at Berane ton High School auditorium Friday evening, January beginning at o'clock, with admission free for teachers and friends.

Scranton Preneh India Beraneton High School Alveria Admisson Rue George Howell

Gospel Meetings Start at Railroad YMCA

A three day gospel series opened yesterday afternoon at the Railroad Young Men's Christian Association rooms.Speaker Charles G Hurlburt superintendent of the Pennsylvania Bible Institute led sessions with talks on Preparation for Christian Work and Preparation for Power The attendance was encouraging and the same theme will continue through the meetings.

Railroad Young Men's Christian Association Charles G. Hurlburt Pennsylvania Bible Institute

Directors and Officers Elected by Enterprise Powder Board

At the annual stockholders meeting in this city yesterday the following directors were elected for the ensuing year: J. A. Haskell, Eugene DuPont, AH, M. Hales, Henry Gelin Jr., Edwards, Jones, W. HM Taylor and FE P Kingsbury. J. A. Maske was elected president, Eugene DuPont vice president, BE BP Kingsbury secretary and treasurer.

Enterpise Powder Manufactoring Company J. A. Haskell Eugene DuPont M. Hales Henry Gelin Jr. Edwards Jones W. HM Taylor and FE P. Kingsbury J. A. Maske Kingsbury

Exoneration Sought After Mislabeled De Wilde Bowling Contention

Folwart Jones accused Deonge De Wilde in Bat Urnday's paper, but investigation shows misinformed centionan'sa mime. Acknowledges injustice toward DeWilde and clears him of bowling ties or any connection with the controversy.

Folwart Jones Deonge de Wilde Baturnday Centionan’sa Mime DeWilde

City Seassa ment Results Show Higher Valuation

The triennial assessment books were delivered to the board of revision and appeal. Preliminary figures in The Tribune show a higher total assessment by 85.00. The board will adjust the assessment slightly and hearing appeals as needed. Funeral notice for Charlee Johnson from Wie lite residence, LM Pittston Avenue, on Thursday Jan 27, 1808 at 7 o'clock p m. Members of Schiller lodge No N F and A M invited to attend. By order of Henry C Dimer W MM.

Seasora Board of Revision and Appeal Board of Revision Schiller Lodge N. F A.M Charlee Johnson Pittston Avenue Aleter Henry C, Dimer W. MM Alloat Charles FP Gelbert Nec

Murder charges in Cafferty case against four men

Four men from Olyphant were arrested on murder charges after a coroner jury found Patrick Cafferty died from injuries believed caused by unlawful violence. Thomas Prochinsky is primary suspect. witnesses described a drunken brawl and a man being carried from Prochinsky’s boarding house.

Thomas Prochinsky Michael Lenchork George Ponvher Caetave Bednar Jollaet Hight Patrick Cafferty Fouth Scranton Olyphant Cafferty McAndrews’ Hotel Olyphbeant Justice of the Peace I. W. Cummings Caffrey Thomas Prochinesy Ia Prochinesy Thomas KK Leyshon River Street Mike Lenchock George Peneher Gustave Bednar PL Longstreet John Swallow Bern Csald Swallow Prochnivky Martin Masur Prochnisky John Pauncher Jall Michael Melcher Susan Prochinsky Poucher Mike Melcher Prochinsky Ivime Melcher Molcher Andrew Bladnan Maggie Marko Gustav Bednar Mike Lanshock F. L, van Sickle M. D M. W. Cummings, Jr Patrick Cusick William Foley John McAndrew John Murray Foley, Murray W. HR. Reese Lenshock

Split Democratic nominating tickets in Lackawanna township

Two factions filed nominating papers for borough and township offices with 19 conference districts naming supervisors school directors justice of the peace assessor treasurer auditor township clerk. One ticket aligned with Quinn the other with Judge people both report nominations by acclamation after protests and a meeting at Fasshold’s hall.

Lackawanna Township Quinn Archhbald Tribune Minooka PL J. Quinn South District John Loftus Thomas King Southwest District Thomas F. Sutcliffe Justice of the Peace M. J. O'Neil P. J. Diskin John Lowry M. P. Lyden J. J. Lynch Fasshold’s M. P. Judge George Jones Peter Mullen Philip Roche Michael King F. J. Ward M. J. Hoan Michael Henry John Kelly James Moran Amoosh Patrick Foley

Middle-aged Man and Bednar Mentioned in Brief

A fragment notes a middle-aged man and a person named Bednar are referenced, with a separate note claiming the speaker is only 19 years old. The context and connections remain unclear from the snippet.

Bednar

Boy to be returned to mother under conditions

W B Duggan, agent for the Associated Charities, said the young son of Mr P Parfrey would be returned to his mother today. The boy is at the Home for the Friendless and his release hinges on the mother’s proper care. life may be retaken if care is not adequate.

W. B. Duggan Board of Aseociated Charities Wh P. Parfrey

Scranton Conservatory Announces February Term Start

The next term begins Thursday February 3 at the Scranton Conservatory of Music on Adame Avenue and Linden Street. One hundred fifty one students are currently in attendance and registrations are open. J Alfred Pennington serves as director.

Scranton Conservatory of Music Adame Avenue Lindenstreet J. Alfred Pennington

Tramp Pest Rampant as Beggars Invade Homes

Local readers report a rise in tramp beggars roaming Hill district after nightfall, sometimes calling at front and rear doors or both. A family on Clay Avenue narrowly escaped theft when intruders attempted to breach second story windows, while other homes note suspicious footprints and repeated visits. Police in Dallas also faced bold burglars who were driven off by a resident with a revolver.

BH. C. Sbanderton Clay Avenue Mulberry Street Deg John J. Ryman Dallas

Sewer repair to halt sewage flood on Clay Quincy Madison

Street Commissioner Dunning will begin repairs today to fix a washed in dirt causing a sewage flood at the sewer point serving northern Clay Quincy and Madison avenues. The work must be completed at once to stop the flow and prevent further disruption.

Dunning Quincy Madison Avenues

Peck Brother Killed by Kansas City Train

A telegram reported Merritt I Peck, brother of W H M Peck a bank cashier, and Luther W Peck of the Globe Warehouse, was killed by a railroad train in Kansas City Missouri yesterday morning. He managed the Minneapolis Chemical Works and was often sent to various parts of the region. He formerly resided here.

Merrit i. Peck W. HM. Peck Third National Bank Luther W. Peck Globe Warehouse Kansas City Peck Minneapolis Chemical Works Minneapole Huethem

Travel Offers and Charters Advertised in Scranton Page

Travel rates list five destinations with Europe and Orient fares and a 45 day excursion brochure. The notice directs inquiries to U N Callender at Dime Bank Building Scranton Pa and promotes Beecham's Pills for stomach and liver.

Dime Bank Building Scranton, PA Cruloe Lloyd 3 Aller Orient Alhambra Rome Europe U. N. Callender Dime Bank Bile

Moosic Powder Co reelects old officers and directors

Old officers and board members were re elected for the Moosic Powder company in this city. Directors named include J A Haskell J L Riker Schuyler L Parsons Solomon Turck H M Boles F B Platt C S Weston William Connell and J M Boles. Officers re elected were President H M Boles and secretary treasurer J D Sherer.

Moosic Powder Company J. A. Haskell J. L. Riker Schuyler L. Parsons Solomon Turck New York H. M. Boles F. B. Platt Weston William Connell J. M. Boles J. D. Sherer

Miner James L McCullough Leads Buffalo Gold Trip

James L McCullough an experienced Alaska miner plans a special party to leave Buffalo via the Nickel Plate road on February 5 1508. He offers reliable information on the Yukon district trip and rates, with F J Moore Buffalo agent for details and the Popular Punch Cigar advertised.

James I. McCullough Alaska Yukon River Territory Buffalo Nickel Phite Road Myr McCullough James L. McCullough F. J. Moore

Glynn James Son of Mr and Mrs Glynn

In Scranton on January 5 James Glynn aged infant son of Mr and Mrs John Glynn. Funeral from 117 Bennett Street Solemn high mass at St Marys Church Friday morning, burial Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery. Also Johnson Charles aged youth funeral this afternoon at 3 from residence. burial at Pittston Avenue Cemetery.

Pilteton

Sewer Caves In On Poplar Street Fourth District

A section of the brick oval sewer on Poplar street in the Fourth district caved in Tuesday night between Madison and Monroe avenues near Boles wheel works. Seven or eight feet of the top collapsed after a low surface mood caused debris to spill onto the street.

Poplar Street Fourth District Madison Monroe Avenues Boles Wheel Works

Coursen's Coffee House Deals and Specials

Coursen's BEST COFFEE HOUSE lists Triple Blend Coffee five pounds for 1.50 Se 5 Ibs for 1.50 O G Java and Arabian Modia at 2c per pound and 5 Ibs for 1.50 Blended Java 25¢ per lb Fancy Golden Rio 2e Good Rio 2 lbs for 2e Coursen's Special Sugar Cured Ham reduced to 10¢ per pound.

Coursen

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