Social notes from Middletown and surrounding towns
Mt. Treasurer C. G. Boland is in New York city. Dr. A. D. Preston spent last evening in Carbondale. A. Marcus entertains Mr. Osburg of Philadelphia. Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Roger of Washington avenue are at Lake Winola. Miss Lillie Doblin of Brooklyn visits the Misses Applenop. Miss Nellie Corbett returns from Middleton. Mrs. Stephen T. Horie and Mr. and Mrs. Mahoney visit from Hoboken. Mrs. C. Simonson and sister visit Snydertown. Mira Snowden from Philadelphia returns after visiting Mrs. Horace F. Hand. Miss Annie DuVall returns from a visit to Miss Hazlett. Miss Anna Fidwards spends vacation at Harvey's Lake. E. W. Cinte returns home from Newark after visiting his daughter. Mrs. C. C. Mertin and family return to 1229 Short avenue from Philadelphia. Local officials of Grand Rapids inspect the garbage cremp ory. Rev. Dr. J. Pennixer of Allentown visits Rev. Mr. Beheldy. Penninger to derate at Holy Trinity next Sunday. Charles Higham, known to Middletown firemen, elected onlet of the fire departmme of Middletown, N. Y. Nominated by Chief Hickey after Crystala visit last summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. G. Boland
New York City
A. D. Preston
Carbondale
A. Marcus
Osburg
Philadelphia
E. C. Roger
Washington Avenue
Lake Winola
Lillie Doblin
Brooklyn
N. Y
Applenop
Pittston Avenue
Nellie Corbett
Middleton
M. J
Stephen T. Horie
Mahoney
Honoken
N. J
C. Simonson
Louise Kravee
Broadway
Snydertown
Mira Snowden
Horace F. Hand
North Park
Annie DuVall
Mr. Beheldy
West Side
Penninger
Holy Trinity Church
Charles Higham
Middletown
Hickey
Crystala
Pension Granted to Duryea Man Through Congressional Effort
Charles Galtier of Duryea receives an eight dollar per month pension dated February 24 1893 reflecting congressional support from William Connell. The article notes a yearly total of 424 dollars and mentions local items including Havana cigars for sale at F. Armengol's Little Cuban Cigar factory and fireworks at Tripp Farm Lots with opening Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wiliam Cononeil
Charles Galtier
Duryea
Laverne County
Court House
Havana
F. Armengol
Washington Avenue
Banquet Honored Beranton Postmaster and Aide
Retiring Beranton postmaster Frank M. Vandling and assistant Colonel Merman Osthaus were feted by Scranton postal workers at Elk Cafe. Engrossed resolutions praised Vandling, gifts valued at a library chair and a drafted set of resolutions were presented, with toasts by Ripple Colborn and others and a menu of seafood and roast beef.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osthaus
Col. BE. A. Ripple
A. J. Colborn
F. M. Vandling
Beranton
Merman Osthaus
Elk Cafe
Post Office
BE. H. Ripple
Mr. Vandling
A. J. Colbert
W. 8. Millar
Frank Thompson
C. D D. Wermat
Carrier B.D. Jones
Atherton
Board of Trade
Wandling
L. G. Bchants
John BR. Thwinis
George Dubigg
Colonel Ripple
Messrs. Beynon
Stevens Jones
Warren
Lewis Watkins
Opening of Tripp Farm Plot Promises Night of Music
The Tripp farm plot on North Main Avenue is newly plotted into city lots and will be opened to the public tomorrow night at low sale rates. Fireworks and music are planned and everyone is invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tripp
North Main Avenue
St Luke's Sunday School Picnic at Lake Ariel
The St Luke's Sunday school held its annual picnic at Lake Ariel yesterday. Weather was pleasant and families enjoyed a day outdoors with activities and refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Luke's Sunday School
Lake Ariel
Excursion Outing Goes Smooth and Enjoyable
A large crowd enjoyed a day trip by train from the Erie and Wyoming Valley station at 8:30 a.m. The lake departure occurred at 9:00 p.m. The excursion had no accidents and was thoroughly pleasant for all participants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Erie and
Wyoming Valley Railroad
Police Escort Van Horn Returns After Night Mission
Detectives Clifford and Tierney conducted a night operation while Van Horn is expected in the city under escort by Lieutenant Davis and Detective Moir. Chief Robling warned there will be no public display and the suspect may be held at the station until a later time if a crowd gathers near Alderman Millar's office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
van Horn
Davis
Clifford
Jack” Teirney
Davie
Moir
Kent's Child Bride Elopes Return As Married Couple
Hugh Kent aged 95 and Lizzie Travena aged 14 eloped from Scranton and returned as man and wife after a brisk journey to Binghamton. Court proceedings failed as the girl was under ten years at marriage. Kent was discharged while the bride returned to her parents in Wilkes-Barre.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hugh Kent
Lizzie Travena
North End
Albert Ross
Kent
Binghamton
Footsore
Miss Davitt
Miss Travena
Scranton Elopers
Millar
Plymouth
Geara
Wilkes-Barre
Four Diphtheria Deaths Reported in Genet Screethot Family
Within weeks John Murray buried four children from the Genet Screethot area as a new diphtheria death case emerged. The funeral of the first victim occurred Wednesday. The two surviving children endured severe diphtheria but are now recovering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Murray
Genet
Patch seeks damages from Crossley over dog bite case
Joseph E. Patch sues Henry J. Crossley for 1000 dollars alleging Crossley knew his dog was vicious and should have kept it muzzled chained or under control. The action was started in Prothonotary Pryors office yesterday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph F. Patch
Henry J. Crossley
Prothonotary Pryors Office
Crossley
Boston swimmer delays English Channel attempt to July end
Peter McNally of Boston arrived in London and said his July 4 swim date is not fixed. He will test currents from Dover and seek a favorable window to attempt the crossing, aiming to rival Captain Webb who swam Dover to Calais in 21 hours 45 minutes on August 24 1875.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Peter McNally
Boston
Mass
English Channel
Dover
Webb
Calais
What We Gave Uncle Sam Last Year
Fiscal year ending June 30 shows collections in the Twelfth Internal Revenue district surpassing the previous year by 815,871.41. Beer stamp revenue totaled 497,290.47, with overall receipts near 798,286.85, despite a sometimes slow business mood.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam
Mets
Obituaries of Mrs Jane Moses and others in local notices
Long obituary notices report the deaths of Mrs Jane Moses aged about 52 at 42 North Main Avenue and Mrs Mary Hoban of Dunmore Street Olyphant with multiple children and church services planned. Other obituaries include Mrs Michael Wagner of 1 Beech Street and Mrs Catherine O Hara 64 South Washington Avenue with funeral rites and interment details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jane Moses
North Main Avenue
Wilkes-Barre
John Armstrong
John Moyes
West Side
Bellevue
J. T. Morris
Washburn Street Cemetery
Mary Gibson
P. J. Hoban
Dunmore Street
Olyphant
Carbondale
Mary Hoban
Thomas
St. Patrick's Church
St. Patricks’ Cemetery
Michael Wagner
Beech Street
Shela
RK. Follett
Fred Burckley
George Burckley
Mis
Adelaide Wagner
Scranton
H. C. Gerber
Easton
South Side
Kite
Dunmore Cemetery
Catherine O'Hara
South
Washington Avenue
Henry
J. A
Frank J. O'Hara
Daniel Halpin
Kate
Agnes O'Hara
St. Peter's Cathedral
Bicycle Factory Attached After $2900 Judgment
Attorney W J Hand trustee for creditors filed a $2900 judgment in Prothonotary Pryor s office against the Lackawanna Wheel company. An execution was issued and placed in the sheriff s hands. The North Washington avenue factory can turn out thirty high grade wheels weekly. Officers are John A Mears president Jerry Kistler vice president George B Carson treasurer and E M Verney secretary. The firm, about a year old, is described as doing a nice business and likely to reorganize and continue under new ownership. Officials say the price slump for high grade wheels did not cause the trouble.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. J. Hand
Pryor
Lackawanna Wheel Company
Washington Avenue
John A. Mears
Jerry Kistler
George B. Carson
E. M. Verney
Bishop Hoban Heads to Rome for Midyear Assignment
Rt Rev Bishop Hoban of Ashley visited Scranton and met with Rt Rev Bishop O'Hara. Hoban sails for Rome Saturday and will stay until September. Upon return he will reside in Scranton to aid Bishop O'Hara in the diocese's duties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bishop Hoban
Ashley
Bishop O'Hara
Mehop Hoban
Rome
Scranton
Hoban
Balgolla Pair Held On Aggravated Assault Charge
M. Maral and John Balgolla were detained at the police station on a warrant sworn by John Leight at Alderman Millar's office. They face aggravated assault and battery and threats to kill. Special Officer Duhigg served the warrants and a hearing is set for this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Maral
John Balgolla
John Leight
Alderman Millar
Duhigg
Elks Parade Draws 1600 In Minneapolis
In hot July weather 1600 Elks marched in Minneapolis. The parade showcased varied uniforms and spirited enthusiasm despite sultry heat. The event led to a prize band contest scheduled for Lake Harri We reer remains active in selling awnings tents flags and decorations. (Note: OCR fragments preserved)
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minneapolis
Minn
Elka
J. Fuhrman & Bro
Mary Penloski Held Over Forced Marriage Case
Mary Penloski a 13 year old girl from Priceburg was jailed after her parents sought to compel her to marry 19 year old Frank Koroski. Koroski remains jailed on related charges with bail set at 290 dollars as authorities pursue the affair and alleged complicity by the girl. The case centers on parental pressure and a planned marriage against the girl's wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Penloski
Frank Koroski
Priceburg
Mary Pialoska
Koronk
Cirl
Mary
Annie Pinloski
Our Building High School of Bargains
A brisk sales promo touts sensational bargains with bold claims of low prices and snap up logic. The piece emphasizes consumer wisdom and manufacturer motivations as secondary to customers taking advantage of cheap goods.
Quick Sales and Small Profits Leghorn Lot Sale
In a bold sale declaring low prices per dozen, a seller advertises fifty dozen Leghorn chicks with tiered pricing from dic to Ge per bird. The promotion promises goods priced 60 to 70 percent below competing dealers and urges customers to visit the store the next morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dic
Tic
Deep Cut in Prices Promises Astonishing Value
A retailer announces drastic price reductions and promises astonished shoppers with standout values across their offerings. The campaign emphasizes affordability and broad savings.
Court Refuses New Laws In Old Practice Clog
Deputy Marshall Hannah, serving while moonlighting as a lawyer, argued a case using a code from 1895. The Walsh county judge dismissed the new legal point, insisting on established Territorial laws. The prisoner remained guilty as charged as the next case was called.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marshall Hannah
Walsh County
Spree Towed Toward Queenstown by Normannia
The Normannia arrived at Plymouth today and reports towing the Spree in tow of the British steamer Maine. They are heading for Queenstown after the collision.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queenstown
Plymouth
Spree
Maine
Sale Notice and Local Services Ad Notices
Authorized at low rates to points west during July and August. Call upon M. L. Smith for information. Steam heating and plumbing. Tailor made full suits and overcoats by Howley. Sale of lots at Tripp Farm Piot Saturday. John Ross Tailor, 307 Spruce Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. L. Smith
John Ross
Spruce Street
Advertises Hard-Sale Carpet Picks At Half The Price
The ad touts Lie Becker and Watixins as costly items but promises a comparable look and service for less than half the price. It warns that carpet prices will rise in a month or two and urges buyers to purchase now.
Infant dies from incised wound by mother in Marshview
The coroner's jury in Towanda returns a verdict that the infant child of Johannan O Connell of Marshview died from the effects of an incised wound inflicted by its mother. The finding follows inquiry held on the Fourth of July.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Towanda
Johannan O’connell
Marshview
Tid Bits From a Murky Exchange About Condensed Milk
A brief dialogue in which Mrs. O'Pahey hesitates between condensed and non condensed milk. The exchange highlights the casual kitchen banter of the period and the practical question of milk quantity, mentioning a pint and a half to a quart as a rough measure.
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DuMaurier
Bellamy
J. L. Allen
Crockett
Amelia Barr
R. de Davis
Crawford
Sienkiewicz
Harold Frederick
Robt. Barr
Anthony Hope
Thos. Hardy
Anonazio
Petce Halker
Schreier
Ziska
Marie Correlli
Forge of the Forest
Roberts
Norton's
Gaz Lackawaona Ave
Abby
Amy
Gamey, Brown & Co
Norrman & Moore Fire Insurance
Wyoming Ave
Ackawanna
Aundry
Penn Avenue
A. B. Warman
Chas McMullen & CO
National Bank Bldg
Toephone
W. B. Henwood
Lackawanna Ave
Gallagher
Waters, the Hatter
Woodling
Col. Ripple
Chow Chow
Mr. Wandling
John H. Phillips
Windling
National Association of Letter Carriers
Vandling
Frank M. Vandling
Scranton Post Office
E. D. Joors
L. G. Schantz
Joan K R. Thomas
Michael O'Malkey
J. W. Halli
George J. Dubige
Armit Thomas
Richard Grimes
Joseph Fidian
L. F. Squires
George R. Gehrer
P. J. Messitt
T. J. Egan
PD. H. Jenkins
Tews G Schantz
J.T. Sehovenk
George J. Duhigg
P. J Messitt
D. H. Jenkins
Eri. G. Reese
Rush Wright
Joseph Matthias
Christian Neher
Joseph W. Hall
Thomas McDonough
Ellag Willings
B. P. Jenny
F. H. Jones
John McDonough
BE. EB. Affick
George A. Jones
B. L. Jones
Richard J. Grimes
W. J. Cannon
George Gehrar
A. V. McGrann
Tripp Farm
Tierney
Kent’s
Child Bride
Genet Street
Joseph E. Patch
Heary J. Crossley
Capt. Webb
Aeninsat Lackawanna Wheel Company
Cit
Setursay
Koroski
Mary Pintocki
Beecham
Clarke Bros
Silverstone
Lackawanna Avenue
Tle
A. R. Sawyer
S.C. Snyder
D. D
Spruce St. Opp
Jermyn
Tall
The
Grand Forks News
E. F
M. T. Howley
Wyoming
Heaven
Earth
Landon
Scranton School OF Music and Languages
Carter Building
Adams Ave
Lindenet
J. Alfred Pennington
Kim Park Church
Lackawanna Ava
Raynolds
Sohmer Plano
J. W. Quernsey
Scranton, PA
J. D. Williams & Bro
Gia
G14
Lack. Ave
COLF
Bell & Skinner
Te4jermyn
Young Bros
Dunlap’s
Bronson & Tallman
Christian
Dunn
Hatter
Wolf & Wenzel
Richardown-Boystone Furnaces
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