Death of John Thoras Ties North Scranton to Pittston Interment
The death of John Thoras after typhoid fever came on Chickamaura Monday night. He served in the Ninth regiment from Wilkes-Barre and lived here many years, working at Guernkey's music store. He leaves a large family, including his father and several siblings, and will be taken to Pittston for interment beside his wife and child.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ninth Regiment
Pittston
Samuel Rouse
Storrs
John Thoras
Chickamaura
Mtr
Wilkes-Barre
Suet Oath
North Main Avenue
KE. K. Thomas
Mortrees
William Themes
Jermyn
Benjamin
Robert
Spencer
Thomas
Richari Rutland
Netile Thomas
Jennie Thoms
Tuoretia Thoma
Eitteten
Tragic accident injures Samuel Rouse at Blakely plant
Samuel Rouse, an employee at the terra' mire, suffered a severe accident yesterday. A loaded tip derailed onto the car he rode, crushing his left side and causing him immense pain. Witnesses freed him and he was taken home to Blakely, where his condition slowly worsened.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel Rouse
Troyes
Ranger’s
Delbri
Blakely
Hiimotole
Providence Love Trio Moves On to Porto
Three members of the Eleventh United States Infantry are described as Providence lovers heading to Porto. The report notes their morale and nationality as the unit prepares for a new phase abroad.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Providence Love
Eleventh
United States Infantry
Porto
Local News Briefs on Court, Travel and Social Events
Rice. The young men are Thomas Alexander George Short and William Burgess. Albert Ruchta had Simon Nerusha arrested on aggravated assault and battery. Alderman Fidler released the defendant on bail for court. A neighbor Patrick Grady notes the defendants were drunk and disorderly. A $4 fine was imposed on each. Mrs. Moore paid hers but her husband struggled to secure the money for discharge. William Moran left for California to reside permanently, with many friends bidding him God-speed. The late Robert De Vine’s obituary services were held, with burial at Hyde Park Catholic cemetery after services at Nay Aug avenue and Holy Rosary church. A party leaves for Buttermilk Falls for a week, including Joseph F. Osterhout and others. The Welsh Baptist church’s Baptist Young People hold a red white and blue social on Aug 10 with refreshments. Bauer’s Wand plans an open air concert on the square. Rev. W. G. Watkine returned from Buffalo after attending a Baptist Young People’s Union convention. John H. Evans visits Parker street, then returns to Camp Alger, Va. Mr and Mrs W. R. Ackerson and Mrs J. S. Pritchard return from Brooklyn visit with Mrs C. Brooks. Friends mourn Edward Thomas’s illness at Camp Aleer. he volunteered with Company C Thirteenth Regiment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Alexander
George Short
William Burgess
Albert Ruchta
Simon Nerusha
Alderman Fidler
Neighbor
Patrick Grady
Moore
William Moran
West Market Street
California
Dia
Delaware, Lackawanna and
Western
Holy Rosary Church
J. d. O'Toole
Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery
Buttermilk Falls
Joseph FD. Osterhout
Thomas Shotten
Brece Rhotten
Murt Osterhout
Jack Knox
New York City
Raptist Young People's Society
John H. Evans
John Evans
Parker Street
Camp Alger
W. R. Ackerson
Wood Street
J. 8. Pritchard
Cort Street
C. Brooks
Brooklyn
Ordered to Leave Town After Train Station Arrest
Martin Sullivan and William Atkins were arrested at 2.55 yesterday morning at the Delaware Lackawanna and Western station while perched on a baggage car. Patrolman McMullen aided Station Officer Goerlitz in the arrest. A revolver was found on Atkins. The pair claimed they were headed for Baltimore to work, but Mayor Bailey ordered them to leave town within an hour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin Sullivan
William Atkins
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Station
New York
McMullen
Goerlitz
Atkins
Bailey
Baltimore
Skirt Fabrics Demand Surpasses Supply This Season
The report notes a strong demand for special skirt fabrics this season, outstripping supply for certain weaves. Fashion authorities highlight this shortage as a notable market condition.
Bedford Cords and Weaves Captivate Merchants
Text describes the rising popularity of Wolchta and effects with difficulties in sourcing. It notes shrinkage issues from Putistes and Crash fabrics, and mentions natural brown shades, tans blues greens and browns. Prices range from 5c to 25c a yard and Bedford Cords in white and blue with 24 inch width offer economical cutting options.
India Linens Victoria Lawns Arrive at Low Season Prices
Linen arrivals from India including Victoria lawns flood the market with abundant stock and prices lower than early season asks, boosting shopper options.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Victoria
West Scranton residents push for street and sidewalk fixes
Community concerns mount over Mt. Pleasant ravine drainage on North Main avenue and the Jackson Street widening near Mrs. Schoen’s brick building. Calls grow for curb height adjustments at Nags Lane and for repairs to a sunken Robinson street block paving near Lamorgan court to prevent accidents and water damage.
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Mt. Pleasant
North Main Avenue
Geome
Jackson Street
Main Avenue
Hannah Schoen
Hyde Park Avenue
Morse
Robinson Street
Lamorgan Court
Mt. Pleasant miner badly injured in mine accident
Joseph McDonough, a Mt. Pleasant mines driver, was admitted to West Side hospital with severe head and body injuries after being kicked by a breeching mule and hurled from a front car. He received thirty four stitches for deep cuts and is recovering. He lives with his parents at 140 South Bromley Avenue.
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Joseph McDonough
Mt. Pleasant
John Jones
West Side Hospital
McDonough
Font
South
Bromley Avenue
Boy narrowly escapes injury in street horse incident
John Jones, 10, son of Mr and Mrs Elisha Jones of Hampton street, suffered a two inch scalp laceration and multiple bruises after a milk wagon horse reared near Scranton Dairy Co. branch depot on Jackson street. Miss Schoen pulled him clear, Patrolman Evans treated wounds at Musgrave's pharmacy then sent him home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Elisha Jones
Hampton Street
Jackson Street
Scranton Dairy Company
Young Jones
Miss Schoen
Evans
Musgrave's
Malin Avenue
Chaos at Edward's Court Barn Delays Delivery Orders
David Phillips, a Protheroe and Company driver, found a scene of disorder in the Edward's Court barn. Wheels swapped, harness rearranged, horses reversed, and chaos attempted to hamper deliveries. Several young men lie resting under a depression as workers undo the mischief for hours. Philippe warns he will hear confessions thoroughly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Phillips
Protheroe and Company
Gro. Cork
Edward's Court
Phillipe
Child sustains broken collar bone during lawn game
Marcy Jenkins daughter of Mr and Mrs Evan Jenkins of North Garfield avenue is resting after a physician set a broken collar bone suffered while playing on the lawn yesterday afternoon. She and companions were playing the game spin the top when the accident occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marcy Jenkins
Evan Jenkins
North Garfield Avenue
Woman reports tumor disappearance after Lydia E. Pinkham remedy
A letter from Mia Enizaneta Wittenocg Magno Lia Towa describes recovery from a long illness including heart palpitations and bloating after using Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Lozenges. She claims the tumor passed after three boxes and praises the treatment. She urges others with female troubles to try the medicine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mia
Enizaneta Wittenocg
Magnolia
Towa
Dean Mina
Pinkham
Miss Jenkins Sustains Broken Collarbone After Porch Slip
A fall on the porch left Miss Jenkins with a broken collarbone. The incident occurred as she lost balance and toppled against the porch railing, resulting in a painful injury.
Musical Evening at Sumner Avenue Presbyterian Church
Tomorrow evening the Sumner Avenue Presbyterian Church hosts an entertaining program. A large chorus will perform Down Dewey's Way with words by John Courier Morris and music by J. W. Parson Price of New York. Admission is 15 cents and includes cake and coffee or milk. red white and blue decor will set the theme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sumner Avenue Presbyterian Church
John Courier Morris
J. W. Parson Price
New York
Remains of Local Residents Interred. Community Notices
The infant Ira Tripp Davies was buried at Washburn Street Cemetery after private services at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Davies. Alexander W. Helles of North Hyde Park Avenue was laid to rest in Nanticoke after a short service. interment followed. Saint Brenden council and other groups announce upcoming events, with excursions, meetings, and performances planned in April, October, and July.
Amateur base ball challenges and local games
The Kurvkas accept a Sunday game with Minooka on Minooka grounds. Arch Bald managers challenge the Luckawannas at Archbald grounds next week. Lackawanna and Klanmonies win big at Dunmore. Harmonies outplayed. Eurekas of Providence accept July 24 at Minooka grounds.
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Kurvkas
Minooka
James Hanwell
Archbald
Luckawannas
Tribune
F. P. Burks
Lackawanna
Klanmonies
Dunmore
Ruane
Chiffin
Sweeney
Gaughan
Shine
Lackawanahan
Lackawannas
Dunmore Grounds
Eurekas
Providence
Banquet, Installations Mark Comet Lodge Session in Scranton
Happenings of South Scranton report a banquet at Germania Hall after a lively Comet lodge 431 installation. New officers include chancellor commander Phillip Wirth and master of finance George Schantz, with Elina Rudier elected to represent the lodge at Lebanon grand lodge.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Comet Lodge
Knichta
Pything
Waa Wa
Martin Graff
Phillip Wirth
August Schimpff
P. F. Neuls
Elias Rudler
Martin Graf
Edmund J. Robinson
George Schantz
Ben F. Moore
Martin Weushner
Henry Gable
Harry Klauminger
Elina Rudier
Grand Lodge
Lebanon
Germania Hall
Arts
James T Wilson
Roaring Brook
Last Rites Held for Mrs Alina Mary De Tampel
The remains of Mrs Alina Mary De Tampel were buried after a morning service at St Marys church. The German Catholic cemetery received her beside her husband. Pallbearers included George Rogar August Rulner Peter Priar and Joan Bahr.
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Germania Hall
Anna Mary de Tampel
St. Mary's German Catholic Church
Michael Ruddy
Alina Mary de Tampel
Nelbors
St. Mary's Church
Peter Christ
G. J. Stopper
Father Nagle
Wilkes-Barre
Rokem
Father Christ
Saloon Fracas Over Youth Gathering Ends With Threats
At Michael Ruddy’s saloon near Pittston avenue and Fig street a large group of about fourteen year old boys nightly gathered and caused disorder. Ruddy ordered them to disperse and cuffed Johnny Caldwell after he insulted him. Caldwell then hurled a cobble through a plate glass window. police dispersed the crowd and Ruddy and Caldwell threaten arrest actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Ruddy
Pittston Avenue
Fig Street
Ruddy
Kern
Johnny Caldwell
Caldwell
Narrow escape as 300 pound crane counter shaft falls near worker
George Wirth of Hickory street narrowly escaped instant death at Clift works when a 300 pound counter shaft broke and fell within two inches of him. Wirth quit work due to shock and nervous condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Wirth
Hickory Street
Clift Works
Wirth
Borough Officials Move on Street Improvements and Zoning
Commissioner Jackson ordered nuisance repairs on Chestnut Main and Blakely streets. A motion directed drawing a resolution to urge plank crossings on Jefferson Avenue to Erie and Wyoming Valley Railroad officials. Clay Avenue extension petition referred to a special committee. Fence ordered for a borough lot on Blakely Street for a cow pond. Second sewer district ordinance received for sewer committee. Bertie Letchworth bitten by a dog on Cherry Street. doctor cauterized wounds. Social event at Mrs. Depue’s home with Lady Montdell lodge and local musical groups expected.
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Jackson
Chestnut
Main
Blakely Streets
McAllister
Erie and Wyoming Valley Railroad Company
Jefferson Avenue
Clay Avenue
Nye
Messra
Harper
Webber
Hopkins
Jean Cranston
Avoca
Ressie Shepherd
Clayavene
Marion
Lissle Jones
Brook Street
Lake Ariel
Lady Montdell Lodge
Harry Depue
North Binkely
Langstaff Koelly hearing concludes with many witnesses
A lengthy Langstaff Koelly contest hearing examined seventy nine witnesses for the First district of the Fif teenth ward. The session included several sheriff s attach ments and occasional crankiness from a few witnesses, with Martin Cudden noted as Democratic state committeeman for Lackawanna county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Langstaff-Koelly
John O'rien
Martin Ferguson
M. A Cadden
Herbert McCay
James Hart
James Barry
Michael Jeennings
Martin Cudden
Lackawanna County
Professor E Benja min Andrews Named Chicago Superintendent
In a telegram today Professor E Benjamin Andrews accepts the position as superintendent of Chicago public schools. He is the president of Totown university and was named by the board of education president Harris.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chikngo
E. Benjamin Andrews
Totown Universsis
Harris
Board of Education
Chicago
Special council meeting on Electing avenue grade request
A borough council met last night with full attendance. Manager Silliman of Scranton Traction asked the borough engineer to set the grade for Electing avenue and the engineer was instructed to provide it. Burgess Powell moved to raise the chief’s salary to 25 dollars and patrolmen to 20 dollars per month, referred to the police committee Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silliman
Scranton Traction Company
Burgesan Powell
Police Committee
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North Scranton
John Thomas
Chickamauga
Edward Thomas
Camp Aleer
Thirteenth Regiment
Sullivan and Atkins
Globe Warehouse
Bedford Cords
Black Batistes
India
West Scranton
Peter Tony Nrewon
Jones
Lydia JF. Pinkham
Ira Tripp Davies
Edwin Davies
Elizabeth Street
Washburn Street
Hugh Davies
South Main Avenue
Welsh Calvanistic Methodist Church
Alexander W. Helles
Nanticoke
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad
St. Brenden
Tire S. Mans
Pride of Lackawanna Lodge
Order Foresters of America
Atavorite
Alster Lodyes
Alderman Kellow
Fourteenth Ward
Richard Phillips
South Hyde Park Avenue
Ball
Alderman Davies
Phillips
Tabernacle Congregational Church
Young Peoples Society
Jennie Lewis
Evan L. Lewis
Tenth Street
Edward Harmed
Tannersville
Washington Camp
Patriotic Order
Bons of America
Joseph Nash
South Ninth Street
Salem
Wayne County
South Scranton
Comet Lodge OF
Pythians
Street Commissioners Department
Twelfth Ward
Pan Finnegan
Forest Band
Artesian Wellgrove
Cumberland, Crump
Moosic
South Side
Central City
John Zane
Rosar Building
E. Ferrett
Pearl St
Marriag
Ivo Wy Tive
Acranton
Matthew Brow
Sugderson
Gail Borde
Eagle Brand Condensed Milk
Lirrie
MT. Pocono, Pa
Clairmount House
Pocono Mountain
Chas
Smith
Mount Pocono
Monroe Co
Central Railroad of
New Jersey
Scranton
Long Branch
Ocean Grove
Asbury Park
Belmar
Spring Lake
Sea Girt
Point Pleasant
Ascary Park
Scrutton
Morgan
National Supply and Metal CO
Zoo
West Lackawanna Avenue
Scranton, Pa
Moosic and
Rushdale Works
Laflin & Rand Powder Co
High Repauno Chemical Co
Chas. du P. Swift, Geo. M. Hallstead
SWIFT
GARE
Swift, Co
van Buskirk
Connell Building
Dickson M'F'g
Scrapton and
Willow Harre
General Olee
Cook Remedy CO
Masonic Temple
the Scranton Electrical Works
Lackawanna Avenue
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