Birthday party for Joseph O Donnell at 409 North Trying Ave
A quiet eighteenth birthday celebration gathered Joseph O Donnell and friends from St Cecilia s academy including Agnes Lynott Agnes Burns Elizabeth Barrett Laura Nales Regina Mahon Mary Joyce and several brothers. The group enjoyed music refreshments and a convivial evening at his home. The board of grand directors of the Young Men s Institute is to meet in Atlantic City to finalize year end business and plan the annual convention in Scranton and Altoona. A letter from John H Vicory of Washington DC says the national convention may be held in Scranton in 1899 and Toledo could win the bid. Mrs Shepherd was elected state guardian for the P T A at Hazleton and the next state convention will be in Scranton. A large hole in the cold weather flag on the Board of Trade building is blamed for the weather forecast not appearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ono
Joseph O'Donnell
North Trying Avenue
Mr. O'Donnell
St. Cecilli's Academy
Agnes Lynott
Agnes Burns
Elizabeth Barrett
Laura Nales
Regina Mahon
Mary Joyce
John Colligan
John
Young Men's Institute
Atlantic City
Attornev M. Jd. Donahoe
Altoona Ave
John H. Vicory
Washington, D. C
National Letter Carriera Association
Scranton
Personal notes from a local town directory
Miss Reva Phillips of North Rebecca Benue is critically ill. Miss Grece Acker of South Main Avenue is at Lake Winela Mise Mame Reap in New York City. Mr and Mrs Julius Armbrust are spending a week at Lake Ariel. Mr P J Casey and family have gone to Atlantic City for the summer. Corporal Robert Armstrong of Company B has returned to Camp Alger. Miss Kathryn Reap of Eynon Street is a guest of friends at Wilkes-Barre. Miss Stella Glover of Laffin visits her uncle J. S. Pritchard at Court Street. M E Sanders, Truth news editor, starts a week’s vacation today. Miss Jennie Daniels of Division Street visits friends in Pottsville and vicinity. Band Master Thomas Miles of the Thirteenth regiment band is home on furlough. Thomas Ruddy of West Market Street visiting his daughter in New Mrs. C Tripp of Providence Road hag.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reva Phillips
Rebecca Benue
Mies Grece Acker
Bouth Main Avenue
Lake Winela
Mise
Mame Reap
Eynon Street
New York City
Julius Armbrust
Lake Ariel
P. J. Casey
Atlantic City
Robert Armstrong
Company B
Camp Alger
Kathryn Reap
Wilkes-Barre
Stella Glover
Laffin
J. 8. Pritchard
Court Street
M. E. Sanders
the Truth
Jennie Daniels
Division Street
Potteville
Vicinty
Thomas Miles
Thirteenth Regiment Band
Thomas Ruddy
West Market
Mrs. C. Tripp
Providence Road
Wyoming
WR. Ackernon
Woodstreet
Buttermilk Falls
Mires
John Qooleman
South van Buren Avenue
Parsons
Mamie Fr. Foley
Maple Street
Weat Pittston
Haydn Evans
North Bromiley Avenue
Carbondale
Lelia Parsons
Sydney
N. Y
S&s. McKeever
Jackson Street
E. Means
Philadelphia
Randolph Justica
John Willams
Anna
Bouth Mode Park Avenue
Block Island
Williams, Ponder
Thirteenth Regiment
George Fox
Residents Visit, Weddings, and Travel Notes Across Town
Local society columns report Mr and Mrs WR Ackernon visiting relatives at Butter milk Falls Mires and Miss Mamie Foley spending weeks with friends in West Pittston. Others return from Parsons Lake Sharon and attend funerals in Carbondale. Families visit Lake Ariel, attend veteran reunions in Binghamton, and celebrate a newborn girl in Scranton area in recent days.
Semi Monthly Pay Agreement Reached For Carpenters
After union agitation for semi monthly wages, a wide group of contractors and builders signed the agreement presented by J. M. Knowlton for the Carpenters Union. Listed signatories include Spraks Bros, Washburn Williams & Co, Peck Lumber Mfg Co, and numerous lumber firms. Joseph Ansley & Son pay weekly while Conrad Schroeder has long paid twice a month.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carpenters’ Union
J. M. Knowlton
Spraks Bros
Washburn, Willams & Co
Peck Lumber Manufacturing Company
John Benore & Bon
North End Lumber Company, Limited
Hower & Stender
EB. W. Osterhout
Nay Aug Lumber Company
Green Ridge Lumber Company
Lengthy hearing on Langstaff Kelley case bogs down
The Langstaff Kelley examination dragged as many witnesses from the Twentieth ward spoke English imperfectly. Listed speakers include Reynold Sykonowski Fred Baltz Patrick Kelley Joseph Sherkowski Frank Struginski Mike Cleary Anthony Bajenkofts ki John Nowitzki Anthony Sekowski James Galligher Anthony Ludka Frank Kostoski James Kelley Michael Wall Jr Delan Keneally John Ludkowski Michael Grankoski Andrew Standraski Albert Jolkofski Michael Maloney Roger Smith Andrew Gogotkrewlez.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Langstaff-Kelley
Reynold Sykonowski
Fred Baltz
Patrick Kelley
Joseph Sherkowski
Frank Struginski
Mike Cleary
Anthony Bajenkoftski
John Nowitzki
Anthony Sekowski
James Galligher
Anthony Ludka
Frank Kostoski
James Kelley
Michael Wall, Jr
Royal Good Fellows organize at Raub's hall
The Royal Society of Good Fellows a fraternal insurance order to be organized at Raub's hall Wyoming avenue tonight with Supreme Trustee John J Mathias and state officers to institute the lodge All members urged to attend those not examined should visit Dr Long Street for examination
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Society of Good Fellows
Raub‘s Hall
Wyoming Avenue
John J. Mathias
Dr. Long Street
Generosity of the Elks Promises Free West Side Concert
The West Side residents will be treated to a complimentary Elks Band concert tomorrow evening at the bandstand opposite Clarke Bros. The Scranton lodge of Elks hosts the event to thank local residents, featuring Professor Robert Bauer's band with a lively program. Tickets for the Lake Ariel excursion on Wednesday July 20 are advertised, with train times and round trip prices for adults and children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarke Bros
Scranton Lodge of Elks
West Side
Robert Bauer
Elke
Lake Ariel
Camping arrangements and goods offered in Scranton notice
The notice lists camping facilities and gear including tents, stalls, boats, kitchens and a double roof shelter for the world’s fair. It names references Mr and Mrs John McDonald and Mr Dimock Hinds, Mulley’s store Providence 214 North Main Scranton Pa Julius Young Lakewood July 20 1893 correspondence solicited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John McDonald
Dimock Hinds
Mulley
Providence
North Main Avenue
Scranton
Julius Young
Lakewood
P. C. Dundaff
Big Reservoirs Show Scranton Water Supply Strength
Inspectors tour the Scranton Gas and Water Company reservoirs at Spencer Hill Elmhurst Williams Bridge and No 7 assess capacity 4500 million gallons and 14000 acres of protected land. They note pure mountain spring water from Lake Henry and a dual filtering system plus gravity fed transfers ensuring safe uninterrupted supply.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Spencer's Hill
No. 7
Elmhurst
Williams' Bridge
Dagen Farm
Stafford Meadow Brook
Fcranton
Board of Health
Scranton
Lake Henry
Moscow
Roaring Brook
No 7
Elmharet
Elmhurst Oak Run
Primturet
Oak Tiun
No. T
Two Stamps on Drafts Required by Tax Authority
A country tax opinion from the Internal Revenue Service Scranton district dated July 21 180 concludes two stamps must be affixed to drafts one by the maker and one by the acceptor. It covers sight and time drafts noting stamps apply when drafts are paid via bank or another party and equates acceptance to a promissory note for tax purposes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William H. Peck
Third National Bank
Penman
Internal Revenue Service
Twelfth District of Pennsylvania
Scranton
T. F. Penman
Boy's Leg Amputated After Dam Car Accident
John Burke, 9 year old son of Michael J. Burke of Eureka House, was injured near Roaring Brook dam on the Delaware Lackawanna and Western railroad when a car rolled forward as he crawled under it. His right leg was crushed and amputated above the knee at Lackawanna hospital. Ambulances from Moses Taylor and Lackawanna transported him. doctors fear for his outcome but he rallied by midnight.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Burke
Michael J. Burke
Eureka House
Providence Road
Diamond Avenue
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad
Roaring Brook
Lackawanna Hospital
Burke
Moses Taylor Hospital
Lackawanna
Higgins seeks opening of Dunmore trespass case
Martin Higgins of Dunmore, represented by EB W Thayer, asked Alderman Howe to reopen a trespass suit by William Rush. A horse tied at Union Cash stores ran loose, damaged Rush's yard, and Higgins failed to appear after a misread summons. The alderman granted the request and set a new hearing for Friday evening at seven.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin Higgins
Dunmore
EB. W. Thayer
Alderman Howe
William Rush
Higgins
Union Cash Stores
Rush
Marion Stuart Cann Arrests Noted For Pluck Against Drunk Man
Marion Stuart Cann arrested a 190 pound, tall man on Jefferson Avenue near Elm Park Church after he caused a disturbance while intoxicated. Cann calmly restrained the offender as they walked to the station, where the prisoner resisted, refused to give a name, and claimed residence in Archbald with a quart bottle of whiskey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Stuart Cann
Jefferson Avenue
Elm Park Church
Mr. Cann
Archbald
Interment Made at Salem for Joseph Nash
Funeral services for Joseph Nash were held at his home at 421 Ninth Street with a large gathering. Delegations from the Grand Army of the Republic and the Patriotic Order Sons of America attended. Rev. F. P. Doty delivered the sermon from Pan 4 19. The remains were later transported to Salem Pennsylvania for burial in the family plot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Nash
Ninth Street
Grand Army of the Republic and
Patriotic Order Sons of America
F. P. Doty
Hampton Street Methodist Episcopal Church
Cedar Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church
Pan
Nash
Balem
Famlly
Ordinance Stalled as Conference Committees Postpone Franchise
Report of the Joint Conference Committees presented and adopted in select council. Committee discharged and further action on the Lackawanna Telephone franchise ordinance indefinitely postponed. Debate persists as council members clash over meeting results and future action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joint Conference
Select Council
Common Council
Lackawanna Telephone Company
FL McCann
Joint Committee
Counci
McCann
Funeral of William Boland Ends at Cathedral Cemetery
William Boland of Irving Avenue was laid to rest yesterday morning. A large group gathered at his home, then proceeded to St Peter's Cathedral for a requiem high mass by Rev J J B Feeley. The procession moved to Cathedral Cemetery where he was interred, pallbearers unnamed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Boland
Irving Avenue
St. Peter's Cathedral
J. J. B. Feeley
Cathedral Cemetery
Funeral Attended by Large Crowd for Young Men Leaders
The service honored Thomas White, William Nolan, Peter Grimes, Walter Rehrig, William Reedy, and Thomas Loughran. Floral tributes included bearers Joseph O'Donnell James Ruddy Charles Costello and Charles Murphy with pillows from clerks and local families. Dozens attended, among them many strangers, in one of the period's largest crowds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas White
William Nolan
Peter Grimes
Walter Rehrig
William Reedy
Thomas Loughran
Joseph O'Donnell
James Ruddy
Charles Costello
Charles Murphy
Letter to Admiral Cervera Found in City Mail
A resident wrote a letter to Admiral Cervera, late Spanish commander. Postmaster Ripple noted the letter would likely be returned if not paid for within thirty days and sent to the dead letter office. The envelope bore a return instruction and a neat penmanship, likely from a woman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Admiral Cervera
Postminster Ripple
Washington
Secretary of the Navy
Washington, D. C
Cerverax
Scranton Board of Trade Real Estate officers election
Scranton Board of Trade Real Estate company holds a meeting in its Board of Trade building on Monday July 26 1808 at 2 0p m for election of officers and other lawful business as directed by PD. B. Atherton secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton Board of Trade Real Estate Company
Board of Trade
Mt PD
B. Atherton
Machinists Excursion to Lake Ariel on July 3
Members of the Machinists Lodge invite friends and colleagues to a Lake Ariel day trip on July 3 with music by Bauer's band. The outing offers travel, luncheon, and social activities for participants.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Amous
Ackawanna
Perry Bros
Wyoming Ave
Ludwig and Briggs
Stuart
Columbian Detective Agency
Cime Bank Building
Scranton, PA
Jenn Wet Speredeneee
Btate
Washington, D.C
Clinton Place
Chas McMulley & G
General Insurance Omee
TreToders Natendl Bank Fld
Gus
Comet and Supply House
Kemp
Maud Swarts
Eva Meredith
Martin Burns
Seventh Street
Baltimore
Men
Mame
Henry Armbrust, Jr
Cedar Avenue
Royal Good Fellows
Raub's
the Elks
Brooks
John Turn
Coney Talon
MONGR
Columbian National Potpourri
Coates
Medley
Flanner
Beveru
March
Detroit Free Press
Chambers
Lake Newton
Scranton Gas and Water Company
City Hall
James G. Bailey
W. A. Paine
W. K. Bentley
George 8. Horn
M. J. Kelley
W. E
Spencer's
Petershure
Benderson’s Hill
Hyde Park
Reeves
Williams’ Bridge
Salem
Councils Refuse Telephone Company
MR. Finn
Wade M. Finn
McConnald
Veos
Kearney
Williams
James
Roche
Melvin
Shea
Fellows
Frabie
Coyne
McAndrew
Nate—Hoee
Finn
Thomas
Wagner
Robinson
Schreeder
O' Boyle
Common
Jackson
Gilroy
Zizelmann
of the Stockholders
Bauer
HAMS
Merchant Iron and Steel
Bittenbender & CO
Peters’ Ammunition
Franklin Avenue
E. G
Coursen
DR. S.C. Snyder
Spruce Street
Jermyn
Raynolds
Maloney IS and Manufacturing CO
Bone Oy
NT Department
Abingio Bian” i
Hand & Payne
Washington Ave
Rere
Snow
Weston Mill CO
Scranton, Carbondale, Olyphant
Kimball
Cole A
George H.ives
West Market Street
Barbour's Home Credit House
Lackawannai Ave
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