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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1901

Page

2

Orphans Auction in Carbondale City District

The estate of James Madden late of Carbondale city Lackawanna county deceased will be sold at public sale on Saturday at 10 o clock a.m. at the premises in Carbondale city. Described property includes a lot of land with specified boundaries and a canal site adjacent to the Delaware and Hudson Canal Company. Proceeds go to the administrator and fixed terms apply.

Jamies Madden Carbondale City Lackawanna County Ton James Maden Carbondale Pyle Carbetdale Factatanne Emiity Penny Tyantt Delaware and Hideo Cann Mary Rover Hon Dane Mareli Rai Pelieare Musi Canal Ull Delane Rotutr

The Fountain Muddle in City Water Fight

City engineers clash with Council over turning on park and trough fountains. A meter is required by the water company, forcing moving the fountain and potential added costs. The frost damaged pipes and miscommunication fueled the dispute amid rising maintenance worries.

Ladies Can Wear Shoes One Size Emalion After Weling

Advertisement notes relief from a medical condition using a powder product. Claims to prevent swelling and chafing, promising comfort and fit. Mentions mailing a package and an address for ordering.

Fount Pool Measurements Hint at Park Outflow

A brief note estimates the amount flowing from the park fountain, suggesting an observable quantity of water move outward. Officials did not specify exact figures but indicate measurable flow from the water feature.

Man Who Jumped From Erie Freight Leaves Hospital

Frank Kenyo an Erie section hand who leaped from the Erie yard at Dundaff street weeks ago was discharged from emergency hospital yesterday. The injury to his brain left him mentally unbalanced and he acted queerly though his physical condition was good. He asked to go home and returned there by the Weeat Ride. Keyna previously left hospital briefly before being brought back by friends.

Frank Kenyo Erie Dundaff Street Cromeing Keyna Keyne

Crescent Team Triumphs in Lake Lodore Baseball Tilt

Scranton teams and Carbondale clash in a July Fourth baseball at Lake Lodere. Giffin’s pitching and hitting pace Carbondale to victory over Crescent rivals, with Crescenta preparing for Friday practice and Sunday return, admission set at ten cents.

Crescent Careondale Chauteur Uils Carbondale Sonnton Scranton Crescents Lake Loadeve Truth Giffin Lake Lodere Griffins Cresconte Creseoents Fox Smith Cutt Madgins Phowera Teary Morar Loftus Smith Cuil McAndrews Hadeins Kelleher Sthelders Pidgeon Rogan McHale Murray Outtehiers Monahan Emmet Hallordon The Crescenta Alumni Park

Funeral of Mrs Abbott

The late Mrs Maria Abbott formerly of this area died in Elmira New York at 81 years and was laid to rest in Maplewood cemetery yesterday afternoon. Mov A T H yer rector of Trinity church conducted the service as pallbearers Byron Clark Will Morrin Frank Hubbard John Godard Charles Perkin accompanied the procession after arriving on the D and H at 2 08.

Maria Abbott Ela Elmira N. Y Maplewood Cemetery

McVernon Boy Returns Home After Eye Injury

Young McVernnon, the forest spy boy, was sent home yesterday to his parents with eye sight fully restored after treatment for a punctured eyeball caused by a stick during a childish dispute at the park.

Young McVernnon

Family trio visits Honesdale during vacation

Mr and Mrs John Morrison and Miss Mame Gerrity of Dundatt street along with Ms Julia Gerrits a Bellevue hospital nurse on vacation enjoyed a drive to Honesdale yesterday.

John Morrison Mame ‘Gerriry Dundatt Street Julia Gerrits Bellevue Hospital Honesdale

George G Randolph Camp and Branch 40 Militant Flags

George G Randolph camp No 188 Sons of Veterans and Carbondale cant on No 40 Patriarchs Militant are listed in a fraternal or veteran organization notice with affiliations and local units indicated.

George G. Randolph Sons of Veterans

Hulls Hearing Today in Slaying of Edwin Schoonover

Hull will be arraigned before Squire Smith in Honesdale for a prima facie case in the death of Edwin Schoonover of Beranton. Witnesses include Captain Davis of Scranton police and Constable Edward Neary, with supporters from Waymart and Carbondale. Schoonover’s daughter identifies a chain found beside the knife as her father’s, triggering emotional testimony.

Edwin Schoonover Equire Smith Honesdale Commonwealth Schoonover Hull Winans Hull Edwin Schoonaver Beranton Squire Smith Captain Davis Scranton Waymart Sehoonover Edward Neary Wayne County Carbondale Constable Neary Gue Messen Salem Avenue Edward Coddington Timperlel Hall Emery Lee Martin T. O'Malley Crrybondale The Tribune Waymiert Short Neary Dioll Schoonovers Liekhirtin Avenue Eranten Tone Miles Schoonover Crimoe Ineter Sol Fuhrman Bohoshover

Death at crossing blamed on Wayman's negligence

Coroner's jury in Carbondale finds George Wayman died July 6 1901 after being struck by a Delaware and Hudson train at the Dunduff crossing. Witnesses testified Wayman appeared intoxicated and walked into the train's path. jury absolves the railroad of fault citing his own negligence.

George Wayman Dundatt Street Delawire Dunduff Crossing Joes Ae Wayman Duvall Street Oremeing Carbontaly Turies Carbondale Edward Neary Louis Gramer Kar Horton J.T. McAndrew CG. H. Kupp James F. Reaulaur Beys Missenger Teain Carden Shimmerhorn John Toplin George Brennan Brenna Rhinnertiern Brink Tident Martin Crippen Delawie and Minison Roberts Stroman Hothiam Shinnerhorn Watchimut Crippen Ileo

Jury Finds Way Man’s Negligence Caused Disaster

The jury retired at the juncture and brought the verdict that Way man’s negligence was the cause of his disaster.

Wayman

Prof Geary Assigned To Semi Centennial Duties

Prof A Wilson Geary of the High school has been chosen to lead the semi centennial association quarters opened recently in the city hall. He is noted as especially suited to the duties of his new position and will assume his office shortly.

A. Wilson Geary Geary

Obituary for Michael Gaffney and a separate death notice

Michael Gaffney died Monday evening at 1205 Thompson Street North Scranton after a leg operation for a fatty muscle tumor followed by Brights disease. He was married in June 1885 to Mary Coleman and leaves four children Mary Michael Kathryn Richard, plus brother Hugh Gaffney of Wilkes Barre. Funeral is a high mass of requiem at Holy Rosary at 9.40 with interment Cathedral Cemetery Areula. A second obituary notes the death of Areula Lovetas, 78, from bowel trouble, interred after a Delaware and Hudson transfer to Calkins. she was sister of Mrs Eph Holt of this city.

Michael Gaffney Thompson Street North Scranton Bright Mary Coleman Thin City Mary Michael Kathryn Areula John Lovetasa Boyd's Mille Wayne County Delaware and Hudson Road Calkins Slater Mra Aineph Holt

Local shipping clerk leaves on Pan American trip

John Halsted of Carbondale Ma chine company travels with his wife and children to the Pan American with stops at Bickler Hollow and Dalton. He leads the P. L. of A. band which meets weekly. a temporary replacement will fill his position during the absence.

John Halsted Carbondale Machine Company Pan-American Bickler Hollow Dalton Chilren Mr. Elalsted Evry

Turner family to spend summer in England

Mire Montague Turner of River Street departs Tuesday night with her children for a summer in England. They will be absent from the area during the coming months.

Mire Montague Turner River Street England

Foreman Thomas Bretman Takes Charge Of Road Crew

Thomas Bretman, a longtime guest at the Harrison residence, traveled to Middletown yesterday to oversee a force of laborers assigned to road work on the Ontario and Western railway project.

Thomas Bretman Harrison House Middletown Ontario & Western Rail

Wind Sor Railroad Improvements Led by Mr Brennan

Mr. Brennan headed the team that completed the railroad improvements at Windsor last week. The project moved forward under his direction, marking a significant local infrastructure effort.

Brennan Windsor, N

Delightful Pan-American Visit Impresses Vincent Manners

Vincent H. Manners, manager of the People’s shoe store, returns from Buffalo praising the Pan-American exposition. He calls it a great show with stunning electrical displays and diverse music by Sousa, the Royal Hungarian band, and a Mexican band. He notes Sousa’s popularity but acknowledges Hungarian musicians for classical performances.

Vincent H. Manners People's Shoe Store Buffalo Mr. Manners Tribune Sousa Royal Hungarian Band

Notable Local Happenings and Social Notes

Henry Berry and wife returned from Southern Pines for health benefits. The Browns and Rubbernecks of Olyphant play for a $50 purse Saturday, with Crescents members Moran Loftus Rogan and McHale joining. A baby girl arrived at the Delaney home on Spencer Street. Andrew O’Connell becomes district agent for the Catholic Light of Scranton. John K Roche and family occupy a Crystal Lake cottage. Misses Raylon Hall Hutchins Anna Hutchine, et al, return from Pan-American expo. several others travel for relief and work. A German Singing society outing to Pevitelle is planned with a special train. Locals visit Crystal Lake and attend family and social events around town.

Henry Berry Southern Pines North Carolina Mr. Berry Olyphant Moran Loftus South Church Street Catholic Light Pcranton John KE. Roche Scranton Crystal Lake Mary Raylon Fulkerson Grace Hall Harriet Hutchins Anna Hutch Globe Hannah Tighe West Elde Jeremyn Richard Cobbledick Charles Cobbledick Engle Bridge N. Y Henry Smith Arthur Taylor W. J. Hambley Iron Mountain Mich Z. T. Phillips Jeng Hambls Peckville Helmes Waterbury Conn Marvy & BR. Jenkins Privfox H. A. Lee Mountain House Cadossa N.Y J. McHale Main Street Erie J. 7 Y Royle River Street R. H. Trailes Traijles Mamle Early Seventh Avenue Stranton

Local residents visit Scranton area in a week of social calls

Miss Marie Gallagher of Scranton and Miss Alice Quinn of Mayfield visit this city. many others including Miss Sadie Rowley, Mrs. Rollin A. Sawyer, Miss Mary Bryson and Miss Belle Philbin spend time with friends. Visitors arrive from Brooklyn, New York, Philadelphia and Binghamton while local residents host and travel.

Marie Gallagher Scranton Alice Quinn Mayfield Sadie Rowley Mikes Ethel Morgan Thomas Fox Mary Bryson Jermyn Bern Hugh Gilgallon Brooklyn Street F. E. Schillinger Harrison House Marie McDonough Pike Street Rollin A. Sawyer Honesdale Anna Mame Grady Mise Mame Bergan Frank Stephenson Waymart Peter Kelly New York City Henry Douglass Binghamton Misa Belle Philbin Margaret Meehan Gertrude Genevieve Gilmartin William L. Lewis Philadelphia Lamb and Son Ethelbert Brooklyn N. Y Mary Culkin West Scranton Julia Kilhullen Kate Kennedy South Main Street J. J Kennedy FE. Maude Michael Mya F. F. Q Tessegiier South Gibson Carbondale Mary Yarrington Lathrope Insurance Agency Wayne Street Nellie Brady Margery Fitzpatrick Hattie Campania Bridgeport

Miss Jennie Martin Visitation News From New York

Moosic reports Miss Jennie Martin of New York visiting her aunt Mrs. William Blevensor and Mr and Mrs A G Brown with children traveling to New Jersey. Miss Stella Levan returns after two months in Philadelphia. Mike Lou Hutchings departs for New York to visit relatives.

Jennie Martin New York William Blevensor A. G. Brown Chilldren New Jersey Stella Levan Philadelphia Mike Lou Hutchings

Peruna touted as cure for catarrh and dyspepsia

Testimonials from Leonard F. Verdery and others in Augusta and Buckhead praise Peruna and Manalin as effective treatments for catarrh and dyspepsia. Advertisers claim improved health, urge trials, and offer medical advice from Dr. Hartman of Columbus Ohio for prompt results.

Leonard F. Verdury FR. M. Baker Cition Buckhead Pertina Perina

No headline available from provided fragment

A Philadelphia woman visiting her uncle in Malin Street is mentioned. The school board met Monday evening to elect teachers for the coming year. Moosle Powder company paid employees yesterday. Miss Gertie Dix visited Scranton yesterday. Mt. Bayard Hand spent a few days fishing at Spring Brook.

Bermuda Joseph Stillman Philadelphia James Levan Malin Street Moosle Powder Company Gertie Dix Scranton Mt. Bayard Hand Spring Brook

Jermyn and Mayfield News Briefs on Local Industry and Life

Pumps at Delaware and Hudson mines near Glenwood reduce water, risking early recommencement of operations in Jermyn. Local idle weeks hit workers and merchants. A quiet wedding unites James Roberts and Laura Linderman. Community events include Hibernians installation and music program. Accidents, travel, and visits fill regional pages with updates on residents and businesses.

Delaware and Hudson Glenwood James Roberts Michael Roberts North Main Street Laura Linderman Archhard Peckville Jermyn Joseph T. Roberts Mamie Secon Street George T. Fletcher Lackawanna Lake Chapman Order of Hibernians Frank Brocker North Caro Michael Furey East Side Yee Teriday Robert Maxwell Atlantic City Dr. Harper New York City

Unclaimed Jer feys and community notices in Taylor post

The Taylor post office lists unclaimed Jer feys for period ending July 10 and urges claimants to state advertised and Mest dates. Prohibition league to hold a rally at Van Horn’s hall tomorrow evening. A concert and drawing to benefit John Evans of Taylor street will be at Weber’s bank on August 15 to fund an artificial limb. The Die To band plans an outing at Naw Aur park today. A boy burned his foot at Keyser valley while playing near heated ashes during track work. Community visits, mine workers, and local social events fill the page with names and dates.

Jerfeys Taylor Post Office Dr. T. Griffiths Celia Mack Mark Philbin Luke Waleh Rona Francesco Felixs Reonal Qram Roso Peter Noricky Getano Cardinale John W. Reeve Per BR Prohibition League van Horn Nelger Powell Richards Keyser Valley Robert George Mood Niet Mea David Davis Weer Sceanton Richard D. Thomas Pyne Lackawanna Company Engineer Corps J. F. Taylor Main Street Gertrude Reese Bloomburg Miss Evans Mive May Wells Clarke's Green

Mary Casey Weds Martin Gibbone in Olyphant Parish

In St Patrick’s church Mary Casey married Martin Gibbone of Dunmore street yesterday at 4 pm. Rev John MacLaughlin officiated before a large gathering. The bride wore white lawn with lace, attended by B Norton. Groomsman Peter Malley. A reception followed at the bride’s Second street home. Mr. and Mrs. Gibbone will reside on Dunmore street. Also noted a Mother and Baby party at Presbyterian social room with prizes and a Salvation Army band service on Lackawanna and Willow Streets.

St. Patrick's Church Mary Casey Martin &. Gibbone Dunmore Street John MacLaughlin Norton Peter Malley Second Street Gibbons Presbyterian Church Arthur Prosser Edward Prowser William Evane Glendon Thomas F. J. Thomas Gildys Woonlen Thomas Woolen Salvation Army Scranton Lackawanna and Willow Streets A. Berry Tniondale Harry Buddle Misa Nettie Mason Poultney W. Vs. Lloyd William Pugh Lackawanna Street

Local Social Notes From Clark's Green and Nearby

Clarence Decker of New York visits sister Mrs. Coon while Grace Bast, infant son of Rev H Bast, lies ill with cholera infantum. Mrs. Mead and daughter May attend funeral of Elias Hinckley of Nicholaen. Dan Stevens plans two weeks with his parents in Wyalusing. Mr Chamberlain and Wilkes-Barre kin move into FL H Greene's house.

Clarence Fe, Decker New York W. P. Coon Grace H. Parlett Bast Bmith Randall Decker Hiram Zimmerman Willis Austin Newark N. J J. B. Austin Benjamin Mead May Elias Hinckley Nicholaen Dan Stevens Wyalusing Wm. Matthews Scranton Walter L. Matthews Mr. Chamberlain Wilkes-Barre FL H. Greene

Peckville Huckleberry Harvest Promises Bright Yields

The Huckleberry crop near Peckville is being harvested and expected to be large. The Sterrick Creek colliery was idle yesterday for want of cars. Wilson Fire Company plans a rain bake on Saturday evening July 27. A horse attached to a gig owned by Joseph Fendick ran away Tuesday. the rig finally reached Priceburg with minor damage. Miss Alice Moonta is spending the week at the Pan-American exposition in Buffalo with Mr and Mrs J W Parkhurst of Reed City and Mr and Mrs B HM Darkhuret of Kikland Pa.

Sterrick Creek Wilson Fire Company Joseph Fendick Priceburg Alice Moonta Buffalo J. W. Parkhurst Reed City, Mich B, Hm, Darkhuret Kikland, Pa

Krause's Headache Capsules Policy and Warnings

The advertisement touts Krause's Headache Capsules as a fast remedy for severe headaches and warns against imitations containing dangerous drugs like antipyrine chloral morphine and other substances. It urges buyers to insist on Krause's and buy only from reputable druggists.

Krause's Krause

Newberry Divorce Case Reported In Out of Court Settlement

A divorce action filed by Professor G. R. Newberry, son of United States Apibnesgides Wigste, was announced with an out of court agreement. The settlement terms reportedly resolve the case without trial.

Joleiki Mes Profesor G. R Newberry United States

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