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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1901
Page
5
Local notes register engagements and social visits among residents of Fourth erect Capone avenue and North Main drive. The report mentions Rev Ay and Anapietion of Wimlon street engagement, Mik Fechner of Cincinnati, Mr and Mrs Mabon, and Hubert Sprwie among others, plus travel to Croatgia and trips to Paris with remarks on community life.
Funeral for Cor poral John Puddy drew a huge crowd in Minooka after his remains arrived from the Philippines where he drowned March 16. services at St Joseph church drew overflow crowds. the Tavior band played, and a small contingent from Company A of the Thirteenth Regiment attended. pallbearers chosen from Spanish War veterans. Brothers from Pittsburgh and sisters from Cleveland mourned with the family.
A large crowd estimated at 12 000 gathered at Nay Aug park enjoying shade coal breezes and attractions. The trolley company ran every four minutes carrying between seven and ten thousand passengers according to Superintendent Patterson. The piece ends with health advice about coffee and iced water.
Local notice identifies Hanley's Ice Cream as a pure product located at 429 Spruce Street. No further details provided about ownership or operations.
Members of Col. Wm. N. Monier post resist consolidation with Griffin post No. 19 G A R despite claims uniting all A R veterans would boost finances and power. Griffin post commander A H K Stevens proposed merger at a meeting, but Monier post officials deny likelihood of joining citing strong finances and recent gains.
The grievance committee of the Stationary Firemen's association of Northern Pennsylvania met in Wilkes-Barre and resolved to strike Tuesday morning if eight hour day demands are not granted by then. Coal mines are expected to suffer as many miners support the firemen. President John Mitchell of the United Mine Workers expressed sympathy and doubt any miner would take a fireman's place if a strike occurs. A valley firemen meeting from Pittston to Mayfield will meet tonight in North Scranton with State President J. F. Mullahy of Kingston delivering an address.
Fatrolman Rose caught a barefoot boy named Joseph Swarts after he and two companions allegedly helped themselves to cabbage from a freight car. The others, Mike Wassell and Join Breskaw, fled and warrants for their arrest were to be sworn out today after a lecture on ethics from Lieutenant Cinerilla.
James Lother of Archbald rode the pilot of a Delaware and Hudson passenger train from Carbondale to Wilkes-Barre Friday night. He climbed onto a narrow platform to steal the ride, passed Archbald, and was discovered near Wilkes-Barre when the engineer sounded the whistle. He was arrested when the train stopped.
Thomas Ruane of High Works left home after receiving pay from Scranton Gas and Water. He did not return by nightfall, prompting police to investigate. Friends say he hoped to visit the Pan American and may be in Buffalo sightseeing.
Scranton man Pr. John L. Wentz and his horses dominate the Atlantic City horse show. Lord Brilliant won the chief prize, a challenge cup valued at 800 dollars, in a field of six over Burlingham's entry by Frank Gould. Lord Golden also earned a blue ribbon in another class.
Company D in Scranton Pa receives new duck uniforms and other gear at the new armory on Monday evening July 15 at 7 30 o'clock by order of Arthur R Foote Captain.
An ad from Hanley at 420 Spruce Street promotes picnic and large gathering services with prompt furnishing of the best ice cream. It highlights quick service for events and emphasizes quality frozen desserts.
Delaware Lackawanna and Western Railroad wins temporary injunction against Local 74 car builders and others, restraining interference with operations. Judge Kelly set a return date next Thursday for a permanent injunction hearing amid claims of threats, intimidation, property damage, and boycotts around Scranton shops.
A four year old will delays selling or leasing the Michael McBride farm to fund the Lackawanna’s planned one million dollar car shops site near Binghamton. The farm lies with the Jones and McMurdy properties along the tracks, forming a potential purchase area for the project. Attorneys probe the will to find legal routes to permit sale or lease with sale conditions.
A thirteen month old child of Mr and Mrs Martin Linnon of 638 Capouse Avenue Wilkes Barre drowned Saturday night in a tub with about six inches of water. The child was playing in the yard with other children when it vanished. A search found the body face down in the tub. It is presumed the child fell in and could not escape.
The Tribune notes the Providence entrant scored 164 points to rise from sixth to third place in the educational contest. No new entries will be accepted after August 15, and details outline what other contestants achieved in the event.
Contestant standings list names and points for multiple participants including Meyer Lewis Scranton and Miss Norma Maere Dith Hyde Park. Others shown include Henr Schwenker South Scranton Garfield Anderson Carbondale Ray Buckingham Elmhurst and Vida Pedrick Clark's Summit with varying scores. The table also mentions Miss Minnie Wallis Harry Freeman and David Emery among the pool with numbers indicating their totals.
Miss Griffin of Providence ranks third in the Tribune Educational Contest this morning, leading William Miles by two points and five behind second place. Garfield Anderson briefly held third. Miles has stayed third since May 34. Griffin’s 164-point week marks a record for the contest, with detailed weekly scores listed for each contestant and several names noted for past and current performance.
From sixth to third place over the week, the notice urges ambitious youths to enter the contest with seven yearly subscriptions and 4 points. Entries close August 11, with details in an advertisement on page four. Readers may request updated entry forms by mailing Editor Biducas tional Contest, Scranton Tribune, Scranton Pa.
A mahogany upright grand piano in perfect condition is offered at Chernsey Hall, M4516 Washington avenues, Scranton, Pa. The seller notes excellent tone and luxury finish. cash only. A rare bargain for quick buyers, with only a few weeks of use.
Hanley’s ice cream shop at 420 Spruce Street remains popular with locals. The ad also notes a Punch cigar at ten cents and promotes the shop as a leader in value.
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