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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1899
Page
3
A jumble of police notes reports various incidents around town. An open air concert is slated, a river feud is mentioned, a rescue mission aims to help, and a crime at night describes a violent assault near a crosswalk with two assailants. Local officials consider a special meeting to address matters.
A warrant issued by Alderman Millar targets Hugh McLaughlin of Luzerne for assault and battery after an incident at McLaughlin's establishment. John Thalney claims McLaughlin threw her to the ground while trying to retrieve her husband, leaving her bloodied and seeking police action. McLaughlin previously admitted running a speakeasy and served months in jail after a prior robbery case.
In Boranton on June 1 1899 a son and a daughter were born to the Reverend Charles Spicker and his wife. The event adds two new members to the Spicker family.
Funeral from the house Monday July 10 at 2 o clock pm for Joseph Nock. Interment at Forest Hill cemetery. Funeral details for James Krier in Jersey City Heights follow later notice.
In a joint session of Pitteton city council on Saturday night Thomas J. Corcoran was named mayor to succeed the late Benjamin Harding. Corcoran, a partner in Corcoran Prothera, will serve until the next April when a primary election selects a successor. A councilman from the seventh ward, C Bowmen, challenged Corcoran’s eligibility, planning to contest the mayoral right. Corcoran is a Democratic figure and previously sought the nomination for term governor but was defeated by M J Tighe.
Local residents win patents for an electric trolley propulsion device and a foot warmer lantern. Others receive rights for an adjustable fronting board for a new locomotive lubricant and a false face mask. Names include James N Priv Scranton Wy Marth Het Wilkee-Uarre Adolph Josef Scranton Max Koxenhluth Clark's Summit Nelson Heywadls and Theme A Walton.
Richard P. Henwood son of De W. B. Henwood formerly of the city died at St. Luke's Hospital New York after a long illness of twenty two years He had worked at Trailers National Bank until September and later at Hanover National Bank He was accompanied by his mother and sister The funeral services will be held this afternoon at the Trinlly residence and the remains placed in a vault at Kenslen cemetery awaiting the arrival of Dr Henwood
Fire destroyed the Patek Koll residence at 1150 C Tower stop with total loss estimated at £1,200. No nearby hydrant forced Cumberland Hose Co to wait for Brxcelsiors to bring a line. A defective fuse is blamed for the blaze. insurance coverage is noted.
Mr Holwill’s successor, Thomas W. Lee, was yesterday named to fill the vacancy as passenger agent for the Delaware Lackawanna and Western. He will serve under General Trane Manager Dr. B Caldwell while the Western Railway association meeting took place.
The notice outlines examinations for mine foremen in two districts. The first district test occurs between 8 and 19, at the council chamber in the city of Curliendyle, with the second district at City Hall, Scranton. Candidates for foremen and maestrope roles are listed with exam dates on the 8th and 9th.
The draft lists Di Rellik Waerllinger and Sohnick as Democratic contenders for county seats, with Ayain aiming for Republican nomination. Prohibition leaders in Philadelphia on July 24 are weighing endorsements for treasurer and supreme court posts, naming Kent Wane, William K. Whierlow, James Mansel, and others as potential nominees.
Mrs Charles Boloker wife of the mayor of Trinity Lutheran parish gave birth to twins Saturday morning. The children are healthy while the mother suffered a serious lapse but is reported mildly improved and doctors hold strong hopes for her recovery.
Rev Dr M Grinth preached his final sermon of the season as the choir led music during Prof Pennington’s vacation. He urged self scrutiny citing the Lord watches us all and warned against blaming others, urging honest living and vigilance in everyday dealings.
Rev Dr James Hughes preached at the Presbyterian chapel on Adams Avenue. He spoke on branches over the wall and Christ centered life, urging readers to seek Christian literature from Christian authors to guide life work.
The Rev Mr Swift of Honesdale delivered a thoughtful sermon at the First Presbyterian church yesterday afternoon. He spoke on First Corinthians, stressing that life and death, wealth and sorrow are all God’s, and that the Bible is God’s word guiding believers through trials toward divine consolation.
A miner named Martin Helinigan of Throop Street, an employee of Murray & Company’s colliery at Dannyore, was killed by a blast. His death left a wife and one child. Funeral planned for 2 o’clock this afternoon.
Ex alderman Tod Kelly of the Fifteenth Ward has a warrant issued by Alderman Kolow of the Fifteenth Ward accusing the Scrantonian editor of criminal libel. A hearing is scheduled for Saturday in the issue location.
Ex Sheriff Randolph Crippen III is seriously ill at his Dalton home due to an acute attack of appendicitis. Reports say his condition was alarming on Saturday but he was resting comfortably Sunday and hopes for recovery are strong.
Journeymen plumbers decided to remain out after notices warned laid off workers their jobs would be filled. The American Federation of Labor may back the strikers as meetings in Philadelphia and Chicago shape potential arbitration plans and broad worker support.
Hospital directors thank readers for June donations including food items clothing and reading materials for men women and children. List notes numerous donors and pending contributions such as underclothes bath supplies books and assorted goods from various supporters.
A garbled list includes names such as John Jermyn Carel flour Foote Shoar and Mrs J A Warthing along with items like cake lemon juice barrels sugar flour desserts and reading matter. Other names appear with Mrs Nellie Hunold Mrs W T Smith and Mr Hierns among assorted goods and kitchen supplies.
The Connell Powder company, with mills located in Norway behind county, has been incorporated with a capital stock of talon. The incorporators are Hien, W. T. Connell, Dr. Adh Connell, W. A. Connell, John Th Davis and Cy M. Price.
A series of church services and events are reported across several local congregations. Frews Blurry Silth attends the Howard Mice Atrio Methodist Episcopal church. Rev. W. H. Russell preaches at Morrie Run and Paimithie Motte Horeh. multiple sermons cover themes of prayer and faith. new members join Grace Reformed and Grace Mvangelival Laitheras. Holy communion observed. forthcoming services noted at Olyphant and Howell churches with civic speakers and lay leadership participation.
The Lehigh Valley railroad announces a low rate excursion to Atlantic City on July 17 with a five dollar round trip fare. Tickets available from White Haven to L and TF. Details include June sale through July 6, with half fare for children and additional return options.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Commodore Bopley as a notably great man and references a land venture. The readable portion includes scattered phrases about someone who may have imagined a cigar brand called Joy Maker and an urban setting with London as a place name.
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