Personal notes from Elk Lake to Rochester and Atlantic City
A sequence of society notices lists Mr and Mrs John P Mahon spending the summer at Elk Lake. Att Y F Monaghan of Honesdale visits the city. Mr and Mrs Fred Godfrey return from Europe. Mayor James G Bailey and A P Tredford visit New York. Editor J S Randers of the Wilkes-Barre Telephone in town. Attorney and Mrs I Burns travel to Rochester to visit their daughter. Horace J L Barrett, ex Lackawanna County commissioner, was in the city. Miss Mamie Connery and the Kirby sisters and Miss B Clifford depart for Atlantic City on a trip with others. Attorney and Mrs A A Voxburg and Dr G W Davis and wife stay at Spring House Heart Lake for a few days. Dr and Mrs Gardner and son Robert join a ten day river outing along the Susquehanna by boat.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John P. Mahon
Elk Lake
F. M. Monaghan
Honesdale
Fred. Godfrey
Europe
James G. Bailey
A. P. Tredford
New York
J.S. Randers
Wilkes-Harre Telephone
At. Burns
Rochester
N. Y
Horace JL. Barrett
Binghamton
Lackawanna County
Mamie Connery
Nellie
Johanna Kirby
B. Clifford
Atlantic City
A. A. Voxburg
Drugelat
G. W. Davis
Spring House
Heart Lake
Ballot Boxes to Be Opened in Dunmore Contests
Judge Archbald ordered the ballot boxes from the Dunmore February 1, 1897 election opened in the presence of observers B F Tinkham and M F Sando. The original voting lists and registers will be retrieved, then re sealed by Tinkham and Sando after the examination, with ballots returned to the commissioners. Additional unrelated ads appear in the text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archbald
R. H. Holgate
D. J. Reedy
Dunmore
Severa
Borough of
Contadians
B. F, Tinkham
E.q
M. F. Sando
Delayed business highlights quiet select council meeting
A sparse fourteen member session approved minor measures while delaying speeches. The body awarded a chemical engine and hose contracts, set sewer bids, and passed several readings. A resident petition for sewer exemption due to poverty was referred to committee for review.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Select Council
Common Council
Robinson
Lavelle
Manley
Durr
Joint Fire Department
Charles T. Holloway
Baltimore
Gutta Percha Rubber Company
Columbia Rubber Company
Revere Rubber Company
Columbia
Revere Company
Woman With Sharp Aim Entangles Ward Neighbors
Mrs. G F Jennings and Mrs Margaret Madden, Twentieth ward neighbors, clash after a chicken from Jennings strays into Maddens yard and is killed. Jennings vows revenge sparking a neighborhood dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. F. Jennings
Margaret Madden
Twentieth Ward
Woman held on charge of assault and threat to kill
Mrs Jennings faced a bail of 600 after alleged attempts to appease anger by throwing coal at Mrs Madden and her child. Detective Clifford reported she faked rheumatism to avoid arrest, but the officer proceeded and her husband threatened violence during the arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oteer
Mia
Jenninig
Law
Engine Runs Down Man at Delaware and Hudson Station
Martin Sayre of the South Side was seriously injured on the Delaware and Hudson railroad at the steel works station at 6 90 yesterday morning. He stood on the tracks in front of the station when a switching engine ran him down. He was taken to Lackawanna hospital with a bad scalp wound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin Sayre
South Side
Delaware and Hudson Railroad
Steel Works
Sayre
Lackawanna Hospital
Examiners Report Details Lackawanna Miners Board 1897
William P. Griffiths reports the Lackawanna county general miners examining board results for the year ending June 3, 1897. Three district boards examined 1023 candidates with 768 certificates issued, 89 aliens, 145 citizens, and fees totaling 677.75.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William P. Griffiths
Taylor
General Miners Examining Board
Lackawanna County
Pryor
R. W. Archbald
Griffiths
Carbondale
Henry Collins
David McMyne
Joseph Soby
Providence
Michael Gilroy
John J. Evans
George Frey
Court House
William Morris
Miles Gibbons
Mallens
Third District
John J. Fivans
William D. Morris
William FP. Griffiths
General Board
Three Wonders Preview in Philadelphia Press Sunday
The Philadelphia Sunday Press announces three major features for next Sunday's issue. An eye catching music article, an invention to gauge bicyclist health, and a rapid transit concept covering city streets at a mile per minute. Additional pieces cover The Forgotten Flags of Pennsylvania and more.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia Sunday “Press
Next Bundag
Pennsylvania
William Penn
Wheelmen Discuss Proposed Bicycle Ordinance Tonight
The streets and bridges committee will meet with representatives from local wheelmen clubs to discuss the proposed bicycle ordinance. Delegates include C. H. Derby for Anthracite Wheelmen and William Carr Green Ridge Wheelmen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Streets and Bridges Committee of Councils
C. H. Derby
Green Ridge
William Carr
Scranton
Security Fails as Stewart Returns to County Jail
Robert Stewart, known as the Light-Fingered Young Man, appeared before Judge Archbald for bail in the Elk Case involving ex-Sheriff Charles Robinson's alleged diamond pin theft. Security offered by KB. N. Graham and Bartholomew Fox was rejected after DA Jones deemed their real estate insufficient, and Stewart was returned to county jail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robert Stewart
Charles Robinson
Archbald
KB. N. Graham
Bartholomew Fox
North End
Stewart
Jones
Grand Lodge of Pennsylvania Knights of Pythias Plans
Local lodges prepare for the 29th annual grand lodge meeting in Pittsburgh with a three to four day session starting Aug 27 in the courthouse. Officers and representatives from 487 subordinate lodges will attend, with a major Uniform Rank encampment at Laurel Hill Park Aug 14–20 and a parade on Aug 18. Estimated city impact includes about 1500 attendees and up to 90000 in spending. local funds seek 5000 for entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Pythias
Grand Lodge
Grand Lodge of the Knights of Pythias of
Pennsylvania
Court House
H. N. Dunnell
Charles F. Linde
North Sixth Street
Philadelphia
Reconia
George Hawkes
Race Street
Julius Mountney
Vine Street
John S. Graham
Lancaster
Scott Dibert
Wylie Street
Pittsburg
Charles C. Thompson
Ellsworth Street
C. M. Deem
Seventh and
Chestnut Streets
Reading
Kiine
Fourth Avenue
H. M. Wadsworth
John M. Stratton
Passyunk Avenue
Thomas Perry
Wheatland
Mercer County
John HL. Carr
Seventh Avenue
Altoona
William B. Hart
Harvey Street
Germantown
John W. Heche
South Seventh Street
William Nichol
North Eighteenth Street
Dr. Dunnell
Bailey
John R. Jones
Laurel Hillark
Walter H. Starbird
Stewart
Knights
The
Knights of Korageon
Farview
Pallbearers named for local funeral service
The pallbearers listed for the service include Peter J. McCaffrey Patrick Cusick Thomas Kane Edward Mylotte John Millett and William Holland.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter J. McCaffrey
Patrick Cusick
Thomas Kane
Edward Mylotte
John Millett
William Holland
Albert Jones Killed in Johnson Mine Runaway
A 17 year old named Albert Jones of Hallstead avenue Priceburg was instantly killed in Johnson Mine shaft yesterday morning when three runaway cars aimed down the incline. Jones, stationed at the bottom to signal hoisting and gate opening, opened the gates as cars approached and was struck after a car struck him. His parents are deceased and he lived with his uncle T. J. Jones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
Priceburg
Albert Jones
Hallstead Avenue
Jones
Wille
T. J. Jonea
Miner Pleads, Evades Charge After Theft Allegation
Avondale miner William Wicklum, held by Special Officer James Durkin for riding a DL&W coal train, is released after Alderman Millar questions the charge. Wicklum, unemployed due to the Avonia mine flooding at Plymouth, was en route to seek work when detained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alderman Millar
William Wicklum
Avondale
James Durkin
Wicklum
Avoniine
Plymouth
Railway Conductors Excursion To Ithaca July Seventeen
Rail line excursion for conductors leaves Scranton at 7 a m on D L & W RB trains to Ithaca Cayuga Lake Renwick Beach and Cornell University with tickets at 2 00 and refreshments on board by Hanley Steam Heating and Plumbing T Howley 231 Wyoming Ave and John Ross 107 Spruce Street offer tailored fall salts and overcoats in latest styles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ithaca
Cayuga Lake
Renwick Beach
Cornell University
Scranton
Hanley Wil
M. T. Howley
Wyoming Ave
Tallor
John Ross
Bpruce Street
Obituary notices from Scranton dated July 14 1897
DIED FLANNERY In Scranton July 14 1897 Patrick Flannery aged years at his home 529 Third street Funeral services will be held this morning from the late residence A requiem mass will be celebrated at Holy Cross church Interment at German Catholic cemetery VAN BEAGAN In Scranton July 14 1807 Mrs Van Bergan widow of the late Peter Van Bergan at her home 4 Pittston avenue Funeral Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock WILLIAMS In Scranton Wednesday July 14 1897 Evan Williams at his home 1421 Lafayette Street Funeral Friday afternoon Services conducted at residence by Rev David Jones of the First Welsh Congregational church Interment in Washburn street cemetery
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Flannery
Scranton
Patrick Flannery
Third Street
Holy Crossed
van Beagan
van Bergan
Peter van Bergan
Pittston Avenue
Williams
Evan Williams
Lafayette Street
David Jones
First Welsh Congregational Church
Washburn Street
Opportunity to restructure forces early closure
A strategic business shift requires winding down all articles ahead of August 1. The move presents a rare chance to reset operations and focus resources on core priorities.
Funeral of George Fasshold in Dunmore Cemetery
George Fasshold was buried yesterday afternoon at 2 o clock from his Pittston Avenue home. A large crowd attended the service led by Rev Rogera Israel of St Luke s church with a hymn by the Saengerrunde. Interment occurred at Dunmore cemetery following Knights of Pythias rites led by Pre Inte Bird. Pallbearers came from multiple city fire and fraternal groups.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denmore
Pittston Avenue
George Fasehold
Haengerrunde
Rogera Israel
St. Luke's Church
Duanmore Cemetery
Ringgold Band
Comet Lodge
Knights of Pything
Century Muse Company
Roaring Brook
Order of Heptasophs
Crystal, Franklin and
Neptune
Dunmore
Knights of Pythias
Rogers
Harry Kimminzer
Philly Wirth
Joseph Helpman
Charles Neuls
Thomas Spruks
Joseph Schriever
Fuhrman & Bro. Continue Longstanding City Trade
We remain at the same address after twenty two years in business soliciting public patronage for awnings, tennis, feigs and all kinds of society goods and decorations from J. Fuhrman & Bro.
Authorized low rate travel to western points in July and August
Promotional note offering reduced fares to western destinations in July and August. Advises contacting M. L. Smith Div Pass Agent D L and W BR R for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. L. Smith
Discount House Promotes Cash Prices For Savings
The ad touts a reliable store, Clarke Bros, claiming current times beat the old days with low cash prices. It invites shoppers to compare lines to save time and money and avoid disappointment by buying there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarke Bros
Delaware and Hudson Officials Meet in Carbondale
Second Vice-President H G Young of the Delaware and Hudson Canal company H S Hayes of New York and director C R Manville superintendent of the railroad department and C B Weston real estate chief met in Jermyn last night. The group arrived from Albany in a special car at 9 50 p m and were joined by Manville and Weston in Carbondale. They then went to Jermyn for several hours of private consultation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. G. Young
Delaware and Hudson Canal Company
Hayes
New York
C. R. Manville
Railroad
C. 8. Weston
Jermyn
Messia
Young
Albany
Carbondale
Manville
Weston
Prosecutor Fails to Appear in Willow Chair Embezzlement Case
J G Kelsea of A H Ordway Co said his agent R H Jones was arrested for embezzling six chairs’ price. Jones posted bail and appeared with counsel at 2 pm, but the prosecutor did not show up, so Alderman Wright discharged Jones after a waiting period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. G. Kelsea
A. H. Ordway & Co
R. H. Jones
Wright Jones
Jones
Premium substitute carpets offer savings now
While Liebecker and waiting are costly, buyers can obtain look alike carpets delivering the same service for less than half the price. Prices are set to rise in a month, making now the moment to buy both for future use.
Interment of Mrs Mary McCarthy in Shenandoah
Funeral services were held yesterday morning for Mrs Mary McCarthy at 634 Madison Avenue. A requiem mass was celebrated at St Peter's Cathedral by Rev J A O Reilly at 6 40. The remains were then transported to Shenandoah for interment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra
McCarthy
Mary McCarthy
Madison Avenue
St. Peter's Cathedral
J. A. O'Reilly
Shenandoah
Also Mentioned on This Page
DuMaurier
Bellamy
J. . Allen
Crockett
Amelia Barr
K. H- Davis
Crawford
Sienkiewicz
Dr. Luttrell
Rose Carey
Harold Frederick Mutable
Robi Barr
Anthony Hope
Thos. Hardy
D'Annunzio
Peter Halker
Schreiner
Ziska
Marie Correlli
Norton’s
Lackawanna Ave
Garnay, Brown & Co
Ockawanna
Penn Avenue
A. B. Warman
Chas
McMullen & GO
National Bank Blo
W. B. Henwoodd
Lackawanny Ave
Dunmore Contest Commissioners
Hood
A. Ave
Lacka
Sanderson Avenue
Cherry Place
Thomas Gannon & Co
O'Haro
Vincent H
Sewers and Draine Committee
Boland
Sweeney
City Hall
Williames
Garfield Avenue
Washburn
Jackson Streets
Prescott Avenue
Pine Street
Lack Natron and Coal Company
GB. Silkman
Carton
Mica
Bellevue
MA. Williams
Hint
Kearney
Thomas
Center Street
Farber Court
Olive and
Ash Streets
Bank Street
Erie and Wyoming Valley Railroad Company
Tecoh Street
Monsey Avenue
Cireen Place
Mary Muldoon
Mr. Coyne
Ek Lavelle
Wloventh
Archhbald
Millar
A. R. Sawyer
S.C. Snyder
D. D
Spruce St
George Fasshold
J. Fuhrman & Bro
COLF
Bell & Skinner
Young Bros
D. and
Hotel
George P. Upton
Scranton School OF Music and Languages
Carter Building
Adams
Linden
Alfred Pennington
Dinkoror
Elm Park Church
Lackawanna Avenue
Ann HO
Raynolds
Sohmar Piano
J. W. Guernsey
Washington Avenue
J.D. Williams & Bro
Gia
Lack
Silverstone
Wills James
Mercereau & Connell’s
Regina Music Boxes
Dunn
the Hatter
Wolf & Wenzel
Adams Ave
Richardson Boynton
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