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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 30, 1902

Page

6

West Scranton Medal Winner Shines In Chicago Sharp Shooting

Miss Crokey Russell, of Jackson Street, traveling with Boone and Yanke's theater troupe, won first prize and a gold medal in M. Golans galleries, Chicago, for sharp shooting. Known as The Queen of the American Cow Girls, she previously survived a riding accident with Buckskin Will's Wild West Show, later returning to competition.

Chicago Bellevue Crokey Russell Jackson Street T He West Boone Yanke Miss Russell M. Golan State Street Buckskin Will Muncle Indiana

Miss Catherine Howell Weds Gilbert H H Thomas

Miss Catherine Howell daughter of Mr and Mrs John Howell of 122 North Garfield Avenue married Gilbert H H Thomas son of Mr and Aire James Thoms of 708 Lafayette Street on Tuesday evening at the First Welsh Baptist church parsonage. The ceremony was officiated by the pastor Tey D P Hopkins. The couple who were unattended left for a wedding trip to New York Philadelphia and Washington and will reside in a newly furnished home on this avenue.

Catherine Howell John Howell North Garfield Avenue Gilbert HH. Thomas Aire James Thoms Lafayvette Street Tey D. PD. Hopkins Mrs. Thomas New York City Philadelphia Washington Abe Easyer Charlee Warnke Birch Street Palacelpita Willan Helate South Washington Avenue Uhureh Mudie Hall South Side Bowling Club Livi South Siders Ping

Martha Washington tea entertains at First Baptist Church

The Ladies Aid society of the First Baptist church issues tickets for a Martha Washington tea and entertainment in the church parlors on February. The past successes of their fairs promise a most enjoyable event with top city talent returning to entertain attendees.

T He Ladies’ Aid Society The First Baptist Church Martha Washington

Farewell Reception Held for Troy Madden in Simpleon Church

Troy Madden of South Bromley Avenue received a farewell gathering Tuesday at his home hosted by Miss Anna Hugh's Sunday school class of the Simpeon Methodist Episcopal church. Madden departed last evening for Chicago.

Troy Madden South Bromley Avenue Anna Hugh Simpeon Methodist Episcopal Church Mr. Malden Chicago

Surprise party honors Archhbald Moses in Eynon Street

A reception marked by heartfelt speeches as classmates mourn Archhbald Moses leaving. The evening featured dainty refreshments and music, both vocal and instrumental, at his home on Eynon Street last night.

Archhbald Moses Eynon Street

Fire alarms respond to double blaze in city row

A fire alarm from Third avenue and Fellows street reported a blaze at 4 o clock yesterday. Fire crews found an explosion in a bed room at Patrick Casey’s Fourth street home set furniture ablaze. damage about 875 dollars. A second alarm from Tatbroad avenue reported a fire in a saloon hall caused by an overheated stove. chemicals quenched flames with about 100 dollars in damage.

Third Avenue Fellows Street Columbins and Eagles Noring Patrick Casey Fourth Street Columbia and Bigle Patrick Golden Tatbroad Avenue

Intruder Discovered In Cosgrove Household Doorway

Early yesterday a drunken man entered the unlocked side door of Select Councilman Thomas Cosgrove’s North Main area hotel home. The man was ejected by Eugene Cosgrove and later arrested near Jenkins' drug store. He was fined three dollars or ten days in county jail and then jailed when unable to pay.

Thomas Cosgrove North Main Avenue Eugene Jenkins’ Drug Store

Perseverance in Well-doing Pastor Delivers Address

A church meeting at Simpson Methodist Episcopal last evening featured a strong sermon on Perseverance in Well-doing. The male quartet sang well and Rev C H Newing was slated to preach tonight at First Baptist. A well attended meeting at First Baptist featured Rev S F P Mathews delivering a strong address. Rev AL EL Smith of North Main avenue Baptist will preach at Jackson Street church tonight.

Ani U Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church C.H. Newing First Baptist Church S. F P. Mathews AL EL. Smith North Main Avenue Baptist Church Jackson Street

Church groups host suppers and a wedding tonight

The Ladies' Aid societies at Washburn Street Presbyterian and Simp Som Methodist Episcopal churches plan all day and evening sessions with suppers. The Women's Guild of St. Mark's Church serves a supper tonight. Louis Davies of Twelfth Street will marry Miss May Samuels of Landis Street this evening.

Ladies’ Aid Society Washburn Street Presbyterian Church Women's Guild St. Mark‘'s Church Simpsom Methodist Episcopal Church Louis Davies Twelfth Street May Samuels Landis Street

Local unions and societies hold meetings this week

A special meeting of Local No 1075 UMWA is set for this evening in D D Evans hall to discuss important business. Various visitors and church events are noted around the West Side including a Temperance choir rehearsal and a Catholic relief association gathering. The Electric City Wheelmen bowlers host an internal matchup this evening, and a funeral is announced for Mrs Julia Maria of 1035 Prive Street with burial at the Cuthelia cemetery.

United Mine Workers of America D. D. Evans’ Hall South Main Avenue Martha Larned Anne Willimes Waterbury, Conn Pratt Lincoln Avenue Frank Milman Pottsville Sumner Avenue Presbyterian Church West Side Temperance Alliance First Welsh Congregational Church P.O. S. of A Newton Center Catholic Relief and Beneficiary Association Y. M. J. Hall T. Towells Washburn Street tLe West Side Assembly Royal Society of Good Fellows Red Men's Hall Julia Maria Prive Street St. Patrick’s Allured Iiterment Cuthelia

Smallpox Rumor Pertains To Van Why Family

A Dunmore report claims Mrs. Van Why of 24 Spencer Street suffered from sinapox after nursing relatives in Williamsport. Family notes she has not been in Peleeburg since last summer and, despite two weeks of confinement, no smallpox signs have appeared.

Vuthor van Why Spencer Street Priceburg Aloe. van Why Peleeburg St. Mark's Parish Bunday School Marvin ‘Tuthil Thoms Henwood Odd Mellows Hall Addie Merving Bloomsburg John Nichols John Nichols of Drinkersireat Kulahte Malia Odd Fellows Hall

Great Surprise in Store for Kemp's Balian Fur Buyers

A garbled regional ad text promises a guaranteed great deal on Kemp's Balian fur and a runes cure for coughs. It entices readers to visit a shop in Guthorad to purchase a product named Dulsau and related eliponse cough remedy.

Kemp Kuwip Dulsau Mle

Cured of Piles and Saved From Krife

Mic Anton Medron of Savannah Georgia says he suffered from piles since his first child six years ago and avoided surgery. Pyramid Pile Cure cured him entirely. For sale by all druggists mailed free Pyramid Drug Co Mars hall Michigan.

Anton Medron Savannah Pyramid Drug Co Marshall, Mich

Funeral for Charles Henwood Drugstore Leader Held

The funeral for Charles Henwood, noted local druggist, was held at his residence 2016 North Main Avenue. Rev. Pierce, with Rev. A. H. Smith and Rev. Guild, led services. burial followed at Forest Hill Cemetery. Pallbearers included Luther Keller and J. S. Stelle among others. That evening Tabernacle North Main Avenue Baptist church juniors planned a literary and musical program featuring local talent.

Charles Henwood North Main Avenue Robert Fr. ¥. Pierce Penn Avenue Baptist Church A. H. Smith North Main Avenue Baptist Church George EB. Guild

Surprise Party Honors Ivor Danvers on Warren Street

Last evening a group of local youths hosted a surprise party for Ivor Danvers of Warren Street. Carrie Evans and Bessie Evans performed recitations and sales before refreshments were served. attendees included Lillian Ross Kiah Davis Bessie Davis Jessie Ross Etta Danvers Margaret Danvers Sarah Henry Bessie Edwards Mrs Joseph Danvers David Games Daniel Davis Evan Thomas Williams David Thomas William Danvers Theodore Evans and Ivor Danvers.

Ivor Danvers Warren Street Carrie Evans Bessie Evans Lillian Ross Kiah Davis Bessie Davis Jessie Ross Etta Danvers Margaret Danvers Sarah Henry Bessie Edwards Joseph Danvers David Games Daniel Davis Evan Thomas 4 Williams David Thomas William Danvers Theodore Evans Daniel Danvers

Funeral for Mrs Corre Halderman Held at Home

Funeral services for Mrs Corre Halderman were conducted yesterday at 2 oclock from her mother's home on West Market Street. Rev George Cure led prayers at Providence Methodist Episcopal church, followed by interment in Dunmore cemetery. Various locals were noted visiting and illnesses reported around town.

Corre Halderman Eppling West Market Street Providence Methodist Episcopal Church George Cure Dunmore Cemetery Joseph Wigley Clark’s Summit Thomas Gwytine Ocuyugi Street William Healey Rochester George Bonna Wayne Avenue Willan Williams Warren Asrent John Danvers Warren Street Mrs. Davis George Withhine Philadelphia Hospital Trentianent

Fragmentary memoir excerpt with dialogue and travel notes

A rough OCR passage records a traveler’s reminiscence with mixed language clippings. It includes names like Admiral Knorr and mentions a princess, a conversation with a captain, and observations about etiquette, travel, and a cigars moment amid a larger scene of imperial discourse.

Roaring Brook Conclave Gala for Tenth Anniversary Officers Installed

South Scranton news notes detail Roaring Brook Conclave No 204 Improved Order of Heptasophe holding a gala night for its tenth anniversary and installing new officers. Nearly 150 members and guests attended with delegates from multiple local conclaves. The event featured a catered supper, orchestral selections, and addresses. The conve and funds show over 700 dollars in general balance and 141 members in good standing.

Roaring Brook Irene Biemiller Pittston Forest City Carbondale Oly Phant Peckville Providence Central City Clausins M. J. Diglin A. J. Mulderiy Lackawonda Avenue Kelly Co. C. Donovian Cad Toland A. Kellar Willian Carless W. Li. Allen W. V. Hendrick Thomias Criititis

Electele City Rifle League Announces Seasonal Prizes

Members show strong interest as the season concludes with six regular prizes eight prizes total including a Spencer gold medal Divis medal and several named awards. Eligibility requires ten scores of ten shots and top averages determine prizes with rotation. Matches occur Fridays at Blitter's Binge amid rivalry and costly awards.

Electele City Rithe Elay Imateh Indal Spencer Divis Nembere Offhiund John Clather Ternely Apel Blitter

Notorious Taylor Assault Shocks Community

Trial reveals Joho Trius accused of aggravated assault and felonious wounding with intent to murder John Zadvarnitaky, both residents of Taylor. Evidence shows a neighbor allegedly followed the victim from a saloon to a lonely spot where a violent confrontation occurred leaving the prosecutor stained by blood.

Joho ‘Trius John Zadvarnitaky Taylor Altevinai Zadvarnitehy

Hearing Ends With Prisoner Committed for Court

An alderman remanded a prisoner on a $1000 default and ordered commitment to the county jail. The case involved Mat Dunleavy and a claim of obtaining goods by false pretenses from Flo via Ty Gibbons & Co. A $15.85 bill was proved, dating from a sale promised for the next payday, which did not arrive. The proceedings noted the prisoner’s custody and the official record of the punishment.

Michael Burkehausa Palm Street Mat Karet Dunleavy Flo Wayle Ty Gibbons & Co Win Dunlewvy Gomis Hanoi

Notable Local Figure Suffered Sudden Illness

The report notes Tienry Shelin of Piston vente collapsed with apoplexy yesterday and died late last evening. AY. Biglin is described as a prominent resident known in the community.

Tienry Shelin

Arrest on Prospect Avenue Alleged Vagrancy Charge

Joseph datorit was arrested by police on Prospect Avenue on a charge of out- Auwethyay on Walhoered. He was held at the Alilor Street station house by Pallow Maylite. He stayed last evening with Wied $40 and ootte.

Joseph Datorit Westendiy Au Tie Chirge Oot- Auwethyay Alilor Street Pallow Maylite

Funeral for infant Davegh Toy of Mr and Mrs Blenghler

The funeral of infant Davegh Toy of Mr and Mrs Johan G Blenghler was held yesterday at the family home 30 Alder Street. Services were conducted at the house with mourners in attendance.

Breue Daveghtoy Mire Johan G. Blenghler Faily Alder Street

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