Iolanthe rehearsal at St Marys church Wilkes-Barre
The St Marys Catholic church choir in Wilkes-Barre began rehearsals for Gilbert and Sullivan’s Iolanthe. The piece centers on fairy Iolanthe, her lover Mortimer, their son Strephon, and complex romantic entanglements amid fairy and human worlds.
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St. Mary’s Catholic Church
Wilkes-Barre
Gilbert & Bullivati
Iolanthe
Mortimer
Etrephon
Airyland
Phyllia
Mount Arrarat
Qurrel
Strephon
Phyilleh
Dr. Mason
Joseph P. Burns
D. L. O'Neill
Reverend Partridge Receives D D Degree and Moves to Cincinnati
The Rev W G Partridge formerly pastor of Penn Avenue Baptist in the city receives the degree of D D and now serves as pastor at Ninth Street Baptist in Cincinnati OW Fetterell of Binghamton a former Tribune city official is with the New York troops en route to San Francisco California on Thursday. Their destination is Honolulu.
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W. G. Partridge
Penn Avenue Baptist Church
City
Ninth Street Baptist Church
Cincinnati
Fetterell
Binghamton
The
Tribune
Atall
New York
Tate
San Freneivco
Cal
Monolulu
Funeral of J. H. Phelps at St Luke's Episcopal Church
Funeral services for J. H. Phelps were held at St Luke's Church after a brief service in the parlors. Hundreds visited his Linden street home, and burial took place at Forest Hill Cemetery with pallbearers including Dr. I. F. Everhart and Charles Schadt.
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Rogere Lerael
St. Luke's
Forest Hill
S&s. T. Fenner
Charles Schadt
J. H. Wighriter
TE. Chittenden
W. H. McGarrah
Robbery at Glen Summit Cottage
Mrs. Edwin H. Jones reported a theft at Glen Summit cottage on Thursday evening between 9 and 10 o clock. Thieves entered while she visited a neighbor and stole sapphire pin with diamonds a missing diamond ring pin with diamond center, gold filigree breastpin and gold chain fob. The intruder fled as she returned. he was inside at least ten minutes.
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Edwin H. Jones
Glen Summit
Excursion to Farview by Scranton Liederkranz
The Scranton Liederkranz plans its annual Farview excursion with Bauer's band concert and Chicago Star German entertainment. The program includes Walton Holmes Race Overture and Macbeth selections as well as other German singing by the Liederkranz and groups. Departure is 8:10 with tickets valid on any regular train.
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Scranton Liederkranz
Farview
Bauer
Chicago Star Company
Liederkranz
He Wants His Share in Partition Case
Thomas 5 Watkins through Wesburg and Dawson filed a partition suit against James T Wat king Charles T Watkins Charlotte Rumbold and nan 8 Wathing. The Painting claims a one fifth interest in two Lafayette Street parcels and alleges defendants refuse to agree on property division. Action seeks recovery of his share.
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Thomas
Watkins
Wesburg & Dawson
James T. Watking
Charles T. Watkins
Charlotte Rumbold
Nan
Wathing
Lafayette Atreet
Seen Nana Portrait Draws Crowds at 148 Washington Ave
Today is the last day to view the famous picture Nana at 148 Washington Avenue. Hundreds of ladies and gentlemen hurry to see it before it leaves. The unique portrait has made a lasting impression in Scranton and the exhibition stays open until 7 PM tonight.
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Nana
Washington Avenue
Scranton
Funeral of Anthony P Curran at Avoca this morning
Funeral services for Anthony P Curran will be held today from his parents home in Avoca. Knights of Columbus members from this city, of which he was a member, will depart this morning on the 8 45 Delaware and Hudson train to Avoca.
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Anthony P. Curran
Avoca
Knights of Columbus
Decelined
Delaware and Hudson
Funeral of Miss Mary A Hess Held Privately
Miss Mary A Hess, who died in California, was mourned yesterday at a private service from her brother’s home at Adams avenue and Gibson street. Interment followed at Forest Hill cemetery.
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Mary A. Hess
California
Adams Avenue
Gibson Street
Forest Hill Cemetery
Unions 118 215 to Host Painters SmokER in Fullers Hall
Local unions 118 and 215 of the Brotherhood of Painters and Decorators of America announce a smoker tonight at Fuller's Hall, 400 Lackawanna Avenue. All members are invited to attend this gathering of the order.
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Brotherhood of Painters and Decorators of America
Fuller's Hall
Lackawanna Avenue
Order
Regular Meeting of the Poor Board in Scranton
The Scranton poor board met at city hall to review debt reports and state aid for indigent relief. Cases from Taylor borough Fell township and North Scranton were discussed along with tax settlements and relief payments.
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Taylor Borough
Fell Township
Usta
Beranton Poor Board
Taylor Poor Board
Scranton Board
Fox Township
Finance Committee
Atherton
Taylor
John Conyngham
Taylor Board
Shotten
John T. Reese
Scranton
Conyngham
Beranton
Scragg
KR. D. Stewart
Henry Mailin
North Scranton
Mailin
Fuller
Arja Williams
Hillside
Edward Hogan
Hillsome
Edward
St. Patrick's Orphanage
Flag Raising at Manville Mine aloft 20 by 30 feet
At Manville mine a 20 by 30 foot American flag will be raised on a 100 foot pole today. Exercises start at 6 p m with a program including prayers, music by Scranton bands and glee clubs, readings, and a closing salute by Post 1 G A R. Public invited to attend.
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Manville
Exercines
Hyde Park
Postmaster and sheriff bring suspected killer to jail
James Young and H C Avery of Avery Wyoming county delivered a detained man to Tunkhannock jail after receiving a London Ontario police reward notice. A tramp with a wooden leg and a dark complexion, aged about 40 to 45, matched the description. The suspect, seen near Pittsburg, fled when approached.
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James Young
H. C. Avery
Avery
Wyoming County
Tunkhannock
Record
Mr. Young
Avery Station
Montrose
London
Ontario
Pittsburg
Beranton Electric Car Collides With Ice Wagon
Yesterday afternoon at the Penn Avenue bridge an electric car number 41 of the Beranton Railway company collided with an ice wagon. The car’s fender was damaged and one wheel of the wagon was smashed.
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Penn Avenue Bridge
Beranton Railway Company
Bond Approved for Fell Township Collector John White
The court approved the bond of John White, collector of Fell township, filed yesterday. The amount is $47,400 with sureties J. J. Crawford, Joseph White, J. J. McNulty and F. Hollenback.
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John White
Fell Township
J. J. Crawford
Joseph White
J. J. McNulty
F. Hollenback
Motel Rudolph Serves Best Meal in City This Sunday
The Sunday Dinner at Motel Rudolph offers thin hot weather dining and a top choice for a summer meal in the city. Patrons praise the venue for a standout menu and comfortable setting despite the heat.
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Rudolph
Steam Heating and Plumbing by P F M Howley
Steam heating and plumbing services advertised by P F M Howley at 231 Wyoming Ave offer installations repairs and maintenance for boilers radiators and piping with quick response and local expertise.
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P.F
M. T. Howley
Wyoming Ave
Prisoner Claimed German Descent While Detained in Tunkhannock
The report notes a man slipping into the woods, being captured later by Charles Ball at East Lemon. He claimed Ohio origins and German descent, said he had lived in the U.S. eighteen years, and mentioned Jer myn and a railroad injury.
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Charles Ball
East Lemon
Ohio
Tunkhannock
Keating
Jermyn
Wilkes-Barre
Sword for Captain Robling Presented by Scranton Police
A handsome sword with a gold mounted belt and hangers is delivered to Scranton police headquarters for Captain Frank Roebling of Company. Officers plan a meeting to select a delegation to present the sword at Camp Alger as a testimonial of his leadership. Mayor Bailey will join the delegation.
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Frank Roebling
Police Department of
Scranton
Camp Alger
Captain Robling
Bailey
Runaway Injury Leaves Otto Mayer Severely Hurt in Providence
Otto Mayer of Providence suffered a serious concussion and internal injuries after his wagon ran away on Spruce street. A collision with a carriage and a street car track worsened damages. He was taken to Lackawanna hospital unconscious with a head lump, facial wounds, and vomiting blood. Mayer carried $22 in a pocketbook identified by his stamped name.
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Otto Mayer
Providence
Spruce Street
Nay Aug
Mayer
Ridgeway
Lackawanna Hospital
Thirteenth Anniversary Of German Lutheran Church
The German Lutheran church of St. Peter at Petersburg marks its thirtieth anniversary with a week of events led by pastor Rev. J. W. Randolph. Eminent Lutheran leaders including Rt. Rev. Dr. Laird of Philadelphia will speak, with congratulatory words from Rev. Zitzte Man Rev. Neiman Rev. Spelcher and more. Music features the choir Miss Timberman and Professor Pennington. Monday evening services start at 7 00.
Ruddy's sidewalk taken up in Scranton damage suit
Cornelius Ruddy of the Seventh ward sues the city of Scranton over a flagstone sidewalk on Phelps street set six inches above grade. The sidewalk was ordered removed by Street Commissioner Dunning last spring and Ruddy seeks damages. Testimony for Ruddy was heard yesterday with city testimony to follow on Monday.
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Cornelius Ruddy
Seventh Ward
Scranton
T. P. Hoban
E. W.thayer
Ruddy
McGinley
Phelps Street
Spring Street
Dunning
Ruddy Acks
Conference Committee To Meet Over Telephone Franchise
A conference of select and common council representatives will meet at City Hall tonight to reconcile differences on the Telephone franchise ordinance. The select committee includes P. F. McCann T. C. Melvin and M. Fellowa, while the common council team features Luther Keller T. B. Jackson and F. W. Zitzelman.
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Select and
Common Council
Select Council
P. F. McCann
T. C. Melvin
MM. T. Fellowa
Luther Keller
T. B. Jackson
F. W. Zitzelman
Williame Appeal Seeks Superior Court Review
The suit by William Williame against Crystal Lake Water Company has been appealed to the Superior Court, following initial action in the higher court.
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Supreme Court
William Williame
Crystal Lake Water Company
Superior Court
Reduced Faposition Tickets to Omaha and Kansas City
Trans Miss and Intl Faposition Omaha announces reduced rate tickets on sale June 10 to October Mth via Lehigh Valley Railroad. Inquire of ticket agents for particulars.
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Lehigh Valley Railroad
Omaha
Kansas City
All That's Now in Design at The Newark Shoe Store
The Newark Shoe Store promotes its selection with a focus on modern design and quality. The advert highlights stylish footwear and durable construction aimed at discerning customers seeking value.
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Newark
Attachments For Absent Voters At Court House Hearings
Voters in the Lanestaff Kelley contest faced delays as uncalled attendees left the courthouse and later returned or did not appear again. Attachments were issued to sheriff deputies to compel attendance. several named individuals from Lackawanna township and the Eighteenth ward were brought in. Witnesses included Matt Donnelly Andrew Watson and others of the Fourteenth ward as commissioners probed voting methods and any interference in the courthouse corridors.
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Court House
Internal Revenue
Prothonotary
Copeland
Verity Register of Wills
Kohler
Wheriff
Ulla
Daniela
Fourteenth Ward
Michael Graham
Thomas Shea
Patrick McDonnell
James Mackin
Con Rhea
Patrick Mangan
Lackawanna Township
M. J. Burns
Henry Dugcan
Grahign
Holgate
Duggan
Archbald
Abington Township
Fourteenth
Matt Donnelly
Andrew Watson
John J. Parkin
Thomas McAndrew
Frank Gorgol
John Gaffney
D. A. O'Connor
James Durkin
M. W. Loftus
W. H H. Loftus
M. W. Murphy
Joseph Donnelly
M. Sweeney
Thomas Conlin
Thomas F. Kane
Frank Stetter
Joseph Embrey
W. J. Larkin
Patrick Gaughan
John Shaughnessy
Thomas Cosgrove
John Burke
Patrick Madden
Bert Kime
Bartley Duddy
John J. Kelley
Teachers County Institute Opens Week of October 31
County Superintendent Taylor announced the Teachers County Institute will be held the week starting Monday October 31 in the Scranton High School auditorium. Lectures will cover literature and related topics with Professor F H Green of West Chester State Normal School delivering the lectures after the court rooms are unused that week.
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Teachers County Institute
Court House
Scranton High School
Taylor
F. Hf. Green
West Chester State Normal School
Institute to Host Strong Program With State Official Visit
Visitors last year have consented to return and complete the course. Mr. Taylor is pushing a robust plan to surpass former years. Arrangements are being finalized within a month or two. State Superintendent Schaefer will attend for two days. An interesting feature is that Schaeffer will be here Tuesday and Wednesday of that week.
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Taylor
Schaefer
Pre. Schaeffer
Grand Rocky Mountain Views by Rail Tour Package
The Denver and Rio Grande offers touring trains through Colorado Utah and New Mexico to transcontinental routes with through Pullman sleepers and tourist cars between Denver Salt Lake City Ogden San Francisco and Los Angeles. Inquiries to HW E Tupper 459 Broadway New York and to 8 K Hooper Denver for an illustrated pamphlet offering six alber type Rocky Mountain views mailed for fifty cents.
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Denver and Rio Grande Railroad
Tourieta
Colorado
Utah
New Mexico
Denver
Bast Lake City
Ogden
San Francisco
Los Angeles
HW. E. Tupper
Broadway
New York
K. Hooper
Col
Rocky Mountain
K. Hooper, G. P. and
T. A
Colo
Walsh and Speke Robbery Threats Cases Heard by Judge Arch
Ball was taken before Judge Arch yesterday in the robbery case against Antony Walsh and the threats case involving Henry Speke. William Kane posted $800 bail for Walsh and Michael T. Burke posted $100 bail for Speke.
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Ball
Archbald
Antony Walsh
Henry Speke
William Kane
Walsh
Michael T. Burke
Speke
Man targets better shoes for money
An advertiser describes a man who feels he pays too much for shoes and seeks better value. The Newark Shoe Store invites him to try its footwear promising to win him as a steady customer.
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Newark
Sleeping Cars and Dining on Delaware Lackawanna Trains
An advertisement highlights travel from New York to Chicago on Delaware Lackawanna and Western trains No 6 and No 7 with low rates superb dining car service fast time and elegant equipment aiming to attract passengers.
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New York
Chicago
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western
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Canada
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St. Peter’s Lutheran Church
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Teachers’ County Institute
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