Pleasant notes on Scranton youth and local industry
The Bradford Star praises Raymond Fanderson from Scranton for his mature questions about drug trade conditions at Pagnan and Green's. It notes the Colliery Engineer building progress and lists five magazines the firm publishes for workingmen. It also highlights Miss Marion Crane's studies in New York and sketches of Miss Sue Jadwin, with a remark on St Luke's Summer and a railway run feature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bradford
Raymond Fanderson
Harry Senderson
Scranton
Charles Green
Pagnan & Green
Green
Sanderson
Main Street
Marion Crane
Carbondaly
Art Student's League
New York
Sue Jadwin
St. Luke's
Scranton Notes Highlight Local Appointments and Arts
Hon. T. V. Powderly receives broad congratulations on his appointment as commissioner general of Immigration with many telegrams and letters. Secretary Atherton pursues new industries while planning brief travel to Philadelphia for the League races. Fisherman Thomas Griffin returns with a 40 pound catch. Yale student Frank Stocker shines in class ranking. Harold Watres clears Berne exams for Princeton. Miss Makepeace visits Preston Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. V. Powderly
George Keyes
Mr. Keyes
Powdoerly
Senate
Powderly
Scranton
Atherton
Board of Trade
Thee City
Philadelphia
League of American Wheelmen
Harold
Watres
Berne
Switzerland
Princeton
Personal notes from Montrose and area residents
Local society notices list visits and travels of residents such as H. P. Read Emerson D. Owen and Mrs L B Powell. Attendants and guests include Mrs. Stone Mrs G W Manley and Miss Florence Hen. Several trips are planned to Europe New York and Wyoming counties with gatherings at homes and camps across pressing dates and engagements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. P. Read
Montrose
Emerson D. Owen
Winola
Torrey
Preston Park
Charles Nash
Norwich
N. Y
L. B. Powell
Europe
Stone
Jersey City
A. B. Stevens
Green Ridge
J. B. Dimmick
Massachusetts
Florence Hen
Oak Street
Falls
Wyoming County
Agnes Gilroy
Fourth Avenue
Uniondale
Miner Michael Nealon Killed in Old Forge Coalmine
Michael Nealon of Avoca was instantly killed at Old Forge colliery No 2 Pennsylvania Coal when a roof collapsed as he and son George attempted to unload coal from slides. George escaped with minor injuries. The body required hours to recover. Nealon, about 55, leaves a wife and three children. Funeral Wednesday at St Marys Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Nealon
Avoca
Old Forge
Pennsylvania Coal Company
St. Mary's Cemetery
Heiress to About 150000 in Missing Son Case
Elizabeth Davenport a 15 year old resident of the North End stands to inherit about 150000 as authorities pursue a claim to the missing Davenport estate. Irvin Davenport disappeared after secret marriage to Ellaabeth Davis and the family seeks to declare him dead under old nonappearance statutes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Davenport
Plymouth
Irvin Davenport
Ellaabeth Davis
Thomas Davis
Davenport
Davis
Pittston
Devis
Elisabeth
North End
Wilkes. Barre
Squire Gibbons
Vosburg and
Dawson
Scranton Editor Attacks Street Commissioner Dunning
The Scranton Republican attacked Street Commissioner Dunning claiming a deal to appoint ex-Prothonotary Henry Sommers as assistant street commissioner. Dunning denied any agreement and said there is no such position by ordinance while Summers is ineligible as a Dunmore resident. The editor’s threats reportedly materialized in yesterday’s flare up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton Republican
Dunning
Republican
Henry Sommers
City Hall
Summers
Dunmore
Mr. Scranton
Rodham Lackey Nuptials Performed at Bride's Home
Miss Georgianna Lackey daughter of Dr H B Lackey and Dr Thomas B K Redham of Park Place were married yesterday morning at the bride's Washington Avenue home. Rev Charles Prosser officiated with Miss Margaret Redham as brides maid and the groom's brother as attendant. After a wedding breakfast the couple left for New York City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John B. Page
Jefferson Avenue
Skerneaties
N. Y
Mirsee Kate
Nelle Burns
Netthe White
North Main Avenue
Glenburn
Waterly
Eugene A. Tropp
Herman F. Welche
Charles Schroeder
Lake Ariel
Camp Germany
John T. Watkins
London
Southampton
New York
W. H. Clearwater
Pittsburg
Hia
Charles Allen
John Krebs
Misa Marie Fastett
Forkston
Wyoming County
Helen Dawson
Banderson Avenue
Captain Meslin
Captain Green
American Volunteers
Frank MacArthur
South Washington Avenue
W. A. Pearson
Quincey Avenue
A. D. Devker
Clinton Street
Binghamton
Michael Hephael
United Garment Workers’ National Union
Raphael
New York City
Georgianna Lackey
H. B. Lackey
Thomas BK. Redham
Park Place
Washington Avenue
Charles Prosser
Margaret Redham
Nedham
Robbed of Fifty-Two Dollars From Bartender in Lackawanna Street
Henry Klotz a bartender at John Lohmann's on Lackawanna avenue reported a theft Sunday afternoon. A pocket book containing 63 dollars was taken from his trousers while he slept in his third floor room. Police traced the suspect to Wilkes-Barre and expect an arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tannery
White Maven
Brotherton
Hartford Street
Ashley
Roceo Ballaterio
Nocco
Nosa
Park Avenue
Plasse Street
Rocco
Raymond Court
Wiskee-Farre
Moen
Simpson
Luzerne
Witches Barre
Hartender Kiota
Henry Klotz
John Lohmann
Lackawanna Avenue
Wilkes-Barre
Plans for Silk Ribbon Factory in Twentieth Ward
Plans received in the city for Levy Brothers silk ribbon factory of New York to be erected in the Twentieth ward. It is weekly expected the contract will be awarded within a week and building work will be pushed forward rapidly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Levy Brothers of
New York
Wkely
Eddie Brotherton Disappearance Suspected Near White Haven
Jeremiah Huff of Ashley suspects Eddie Brotherton, who vanished from Ashley, was seen near White Haven. The report notes local residents are following leads in the unresolved case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jeremiah Huff
Ashley
Eddie Brotherton
Bicycle Ordinance to Regulate City Riders
A streets and bridges committee prepared an ordinance to regulate bicyclists. It bans riding on sidewalks, requires bells, lights, and control at intersections, and sets fines from two to ten dollars for offenses. The measure faces questions of constitutionality and speed restrictions. A committee meeting will review the draft before it goes to council.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rochester
Chittenden
Salie
Luzerne Republican Field Day Rally Planned at Hanover Park
Luzerne county Republicans plan an open air demonstration at Hanover Park near Wilkes-Barre on Thursday afternoon. Congressman Connell hopes to speak if possible. Attending Lackawanna allies include Colonel BE Ripple Major Everett Warren Major T F Penman A J Colborn F P W Freitz and M W Lowry with several addresses expected. The Lackawanna delegation will depart Scranton aboard a special car attached to the 9.28 Delaware and Hudson train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luzerne County
Hanover Park
Wilkes-Barre
Congressman Connell
Washington
Lackawanna County
BE. H. Ripple
Everett Warren
T. F. Penman
A. J. Colborn
FP. W. Freitz
M. W. Lowry
We Still Do Business At The Old Stand After Twenty Two Years
We are still doing business at the same old stand where we have been for twenty two years past and most respectfully solicit the patronage of the public as heretofore in awnings tents flags and all kinds of society goods and decorations. 8 J Fuhrman & Bro.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Fuhrman & Bro
Crystal laundry work praised for shine and smile
A lively endorsement praises Crystal laundry work for dependable shine and consistent service. The slogan promises customer satisfaction and a friendly experience with every wash.
Cullen-Whiting marriage notice in Bt David's rectory
In Bt David's rectory on July 17 1807 Reverend M H Mill joined Henry Cullen and Miss Emily Whiting both residents of the city in matrimony.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cullen-Whiting
David's Rectory
M. H. Mill
Henry Cullen
Emily Whiting
DIED MANLEY Scranton Mrs James Manley obituary
In Scranton Pennsylvania Mrs James Manley died at her home 1511 Washington avenue at 2 oclock after an illness of about four months She is survived by John J A F Edward Thomas Mary Willie Genevieve and Cecilia Manley all of Scranton Funeral notice to follow SMITH Mrs Mary J Brith died at her home on Ky non at rest Funeral service at 2 pm at the late residence Interment at Washburn cemetery
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kynon
Washburn Shrowt
Move to Oust Senator McDonald Faces Democratic Caucus
Factional strife roils the Democratic camp over McDonald as several members push for a caucus to nominate a new standard bearer. Threats and discord grow as Republicans count on McDonald’s opponents failing to unite and wait for better odds after vacation.
Political Infighting Threatens McDonald Campaign
The passage notes Democratic internal strife undermining support for McDonald with doubts about Newcomb Wilcox or McGinnis and Torrey’s retention as the only likely outcome. The report reflects factional resistance within the party and the potential impact on the election.
Iaxative Bromo Quinine Tablets Offered with Refund
An advertisement promises a full refund from all druggists if the remedy fails to cure. It lists Mick Carolyne V. Dorsey as a teacher of elocution oratory and delsarte at 167 Wyoming Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mick Carolyne V. Dorsey
Wyoming Avenue
Also Mentioned on This Page
DuMaurier
Bellamy
J. L Allen
Crockett
Amelia Barr
R. H. Davis
Crawford
Sienkiewicz
Ford
Harold Frederick
Robt. Barr
Anthony Hope
Thos. Hardy
D'Annunzio
Peter Halker
Schreiner
Ziska
Marie Correlli
Forge of the Forest
Roberts
Norton'’S
Lackawanna Ave
Garney, Brown & Co
Norrman & Moore Fire Insurance
Wyoming Ave
Ackawanna
Penn Avenue
A. B. Warman
W. B. Henwood
Lackawann Ave
Chas McHullen
National Bank
Elia
Nephone
Rose
OR. Hill & Son
First National Bank
Shaw
J. A, Waters
Furalsbor
George Vanderbilt
Asheville
N.C
Thomas Griffin
Lake Henry
Frank
J. D. Stocker
Jermyn
Yale
Miss Makepeace
Springfield
Muse
James H. Torrey
Jessie Moore
Main Avenue
Phoebe Gifford
Peckville
Leonard M. Wade
G. W. Manley
Vine Street
Charles Swisher
South Main Avenue
Tunkhannock
D. Webster Selam
Mise Mollie Mulford
Unadilla
H. C. Shafer
Skillman
Lambertville
N. J
Dalton
The
Rodham
White Haven
M’donald
McDonald
Money Saving Sale
A. R. Sawyer
Wyoming
Neo
S. C. Snyder
D. D
Gai Spruce St
Newcomb
Wilcox
McGinieyle
Sohal Loge Optician
Penn Avenues
Harrie’ Drug Store
Clarke Bros
Bons Hla
Bell & Skinner
Jerwyn
Young Bros.’ Straws
David
Scranton School OF Music and Languages
Carter
Adams Ave
Lindenst
Alfred Pennington
Directon
Elm Park Church
Brussels
Matthews
Iyi
Raynolds
Sohmer Piano
J. W. Guernsey
Scranton, PA
Prop
J.D. Williams & Bro
Gry Lack. Ave
Silverstone
Leckawanda Avenue
Willelinus
Mercereau & Connell’s
Regina Music Boxes
Dunn
the Hatter
Wolf & Wenzel
Court House
Richardson-Boynton's Furnaces
Rangso
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