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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1901
Page
3
A faded classifieds notice invites readers to list real estate, property, and services with five cent per word rates. It seeks a general handyman and an elderly female helper with waves, offering $19, placing contact at A Walters corner Church Street and Salem Avenue.
The Poor Board's meeting at 815 Selock centers on medical billing for Dr Kelly and the farm's water and plumbing work. Debate rages over authority to hire doctors, emergency access, and whether the farm committee or directors decide on medical relief for inmates.
An old advertisement promotes Allen's Foot-Ease powder for tired aching feet and swelling. It claims relief for burning, numbness, and pain with a light cool feel and urges readers to buy at local druggists or stores for 25 cents plus trial jars.
The minutes note tension over a doctor’s hiring at a farm with McCabe and MecMillan disputing conclusions. Chairman Thomas halted the discussion. A motion by Lynch adjourned the meeting with the tax collector election postponed until the tax duplicate is completed.
The Germania gooloty of the city will hold its annual outing at Lake Powntelle tomorrow. Over 200 feet above sea level the group plans a dawn watch and seaside enjoyment. A special train over the Ontario and Western leaves here at the lock in the morning to ferry excursionists, with return about six in the evening.
Patrolman Carden and Special Policeman Wills broke up a disorderly gathering of boisterous youths on Dundlaff Street. Michael Howard, George Mannion, and Medwall Dougherty were arrested after a fight with police and threats with a piece of iron. Howard fled, a stone struck Wills, and an earthen pitcher sailed near Carden. All three men faced potential charges. warrants likely for two who escaped. Patrolman Carden’s helmet was damaged but he escaped serious injury.
George S. Kimball, general agent for Chase and Banborn, will entertain agents and Lackawanna bar members at Fern Hall on Thursday evening. The program lists a menu of cold meats and desserts and a series of toasts by local figures including Hon. J. J. ONeill and Hon. J. F. Reynoldson.
Card notes a gathering this evening for Court Lily No 1 Foresters of America Diamond lodge No 24 Shield of Honor Local 1418 and United Mine Workers of America with members invited to attend.
A brief note lists upcoming meetings for the Pioneer Father Mathew Society the St Joseph Cadets and the Order Railway Conductors No 156 outlining dates and hosting locations for each group.
Mica Virginia Stevens of Summit Avenue plans a temporary stay of several weeks at Wasmart, a housing or retreat referenced in local notices.
Monahan, proprietor of Hotel Harrison, was seized by a stomach hemorrhage yesterday afternoon while behind the desk. He weakened rapidly, rallied briefly after a revulsion, then declined again. Drs Gillis Wes and Welly attended as he lay in grave condition. his daughter Catherine was present.
President Patrick Hughes of the board details his rise from secretary to president amid praise for his frank yet steady leadership. Acknowledges early challenges and reforms, highlighting colleagues like Memorial Park caretaker Richard Coy and landscaper Mr. Udy. Fire Chief John J. McNulty is praised for dedication, modernization, and the Miller smoke helmet adoption.
The Mayfield band plans a concert at the school house with a program including Italian overtures and works by Gounod and Suppé. Local residents report arrivals from Athletic City, a scarlet fever epidemic in Holgerton, a cancer treatment success, and several moves and visits among Jermyn and Carbondale families. Rev Maynard R. Thompson preaches on reconciling all things to save some, and local illness and social visits are noted.
An old public notice explains a new act prohibiting noisy or obscene behavior at parks and picnic grounds. Offenders face up to a ten dollar fine and possible thirty days in county jail for disrupting the public peace.
The St Rose church choir banquet host list includes Very Rev T F Coffey Rev John White Professor V Stockman and many ladies and gentlemen such as May Moffitt Maggie Duffy Kate Flannelly Regina McCabe Margaret with Hannah Killeen Bridget McAndrew Mary McCawley Alice Barber Anna Murray Bridget Kennedy Tessie Fox Mary Surdoval Josephine Bradles Gertrude Wisely Mary Cannon Kate Gilligan Mary Fox Bridget Kerins Mary Powderly Mary MacGarry Lizzie Murphy Gus Nelson John C Rourke Richard Kerwin P J Boylan T A Kirkwood and Daniel Duffy.
Randall Stevens is described as homebound due to rheumatiem. The notice notes his confinement to residence and references the condition as an illness affecting daily life.
Boyd W. Fowler has purchased a new road horse, a notable asset for his transport and farming operations. The purchase signals continued investment in reliable horsepower for daily work and travel.
I Lesser of New York City traveled to town yortendlay. Miss Boxe Freas of Jermyn spent weekrday in this eits. Miss Mame Walsh visits Pittston and Scranton. Miss Annie Connelly confined to home by tines. Justice Mendelsohn of Mayfield was in Warbondale yesterday. Miss Helen Alexander neet of Susie Jace win of Birkett terrace. Marie Gallagher of the Forth Side Feranton is guest of Bridget Kennedy of South Man avenue. James Honey and daughter Carrie of Belmont Avenue visited with Mrs. Agnes Keene at Keene's pond. Mrs. PL A. Cuttrell and children of Awrbindale will be with her parents for several weeks honoring Hon. and Mrs. Bernard Reilly. Mrs. W. B. Whitelock of Belmont Street renewed after two months’ wish with her parents at WH Inmaten, Pel, accompanied by Mrs. Robert Wikton who will visit her for some time.
In Peckville a rock bucket fell into a shaft car after a rope snapped during hoisting. The loaded bucket narrowly avoided crushing workers below. Dolph and Sterrick Creek coal company employees will be paid today. Street work on Main street proceeds with cleaning ditches. Howard Dougherty of Carbondale visited Peckville yesterday. Peckville Baptist church notes include Rev. J. &.
Thomas the pastor announces services tomorrow at 10 30 p m and 7 09 p m with morning topic Becoming Acquainted with God and evening Playing with Fire. All are welcome and a lawn talent social follows on Tuesday at E M Barnes Walnut Street.
Mrs. Hannah Keeley of Beatt Street married William H. Johnson of Scranton on a Thursday evening ceremony at 7 on the bride’s lawn. Rev. James Stey officiated. Miss Lillie Palmer attended. Charles Beeby served as groomsman. Miss Kate Dodson played the wedding march. The couple will live in Scranton.
A Taylor group traveled by wagon to Peckville on Thursday evening for a social outing with many participants named. The Baptist Young People Union of Calvary Baptist Church elected officers for six months led by President Richard Roberts and Secretary Maud Davis. The Anthracite Glee Club plans a rehearsal at Llewellyn hall, and a Lake LeBecro excursion with Pan-American Exposition tickets is promoted. Also noted are church services, Sabbath school staff, and local visits in Taylor and nearby towns.
Priceburg residents hosted Mrs Kraft and Mrs Petner of Green Ridge at Mrs George Schmidt’s Wednesday gathering. Mr John Lark of Albert Street visited his home as heart trouble kept him indoors. John Miller and wife returned from a Buffalo trip after a week with friends. Dave Mutband, Mr and Mrs, attended the Johnson Beolan wedding in Olyphant Thursday night. George Eley leaves for the Pan American Exposition in Buffalo today. Miss Margaret Morgan of Plymouth visits Aunt Mrs Davis of Preaching Street. Primitive Methodist church service Sunday at 10 49 AM with sermon Our Relation to God and 7 PM Signs of Decay in the Nation. Sunday school at 3 PM. Bieruina of Lincoln Street.
A collection of testimonial letters from Port Washington and Marietta residents praising Peruna for coughs catarrh and general vitality. Standout notes include an eighty seven year old user who reports renewed strength and walking ability. Readers urged to write to Dr. Hartman for free advice at the Hartman Sanitarium in Columbus Ohio.
A man, 45, walking home near the pay car and bridge was struck by the 5.40 down train and killed instantly. The funeral is set for Saturday in Avelock with interment at Poleh cemetery.
Fire at about 2 oclock Wednesday night in Moscow heavily damaged an unoccupied house owned by Mrs. Smith, cause undetermined. Visiting residents from Scranton and New Jersey were noted, with several locals mentioned for travel and minor accidents during the week.
Earnest Buckles fell from the Condenser platform to the floor below on Thursday night. He was attended by Dr. HOC and Merrill and is resting comfortably after the accident.
Old cucumbers that are large and tough to eat raw become delicious when boiled. For three or four people use two or three cucumbers, peeled cut into lengths, halved and seeded. Boil in salted water until tender and serve hot in a vegetable dish.
The article outlines numerous cucumber preparations from simple boiled or steamed variants to decorative salad ideas. It details methods like paring into ribbons, cube cuts, and round slices, plus frying, stuffing, and serving with dressings such as mayonnaise or French dressing. It emphasizes pairing with onions, lettuce, tomatoes, and creamed sauces for varied courses.
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