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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1898
Page
6
A meeker youth defrauded Mrs. Martin Appleman and two suspicious characters were arrested by Lieutenant Spellman. A boy injured when a horse ran away. West Ridge colliery strike continues as drivers refuse to resume work after a wage dispute. workers may be paid in full and discharged if they do not report today.
A young man with a glib tongue befriended North End residents in the Dutch Gap area yesterday using the name James Crown. He presented a check allegedly from Mr Drown and won the confidence of Mrs. Martin Appleman securing a small sum. He gave the name Henry Wilkeson, stood about six feet, and police are pursuing him.
Lieutenant Michiel Spellman and Roy Brink captured two men at Tripp's crossing last evening. Officers found three revolvers of the Bull Dog type and loaded chambers, plus knives, suggesting robbery of a hardware store. Suspects named Charles Rice of Lincoln Nebraska and Thomas Burne.
A six year old boy, child of Horace Twining, narrowly escaped serious injury when a runaway horse pulling a wagon spooked and bolted after a farmer granted the ride request. The farmer briefly left the horse tied and the animal bolted, tossing the boy from the wagon.
Frank Reilly, employed at Johnson's mine, sustained a broken arm sprained ankle and multiple bruises after a large rail struck him in the face while attending the breaker. He lives on Margaret avenue and was forced to quit work due to the injury.
Reverend James R. Mitches of Kimberly South Africa gave a lecture on Gladstone the Greatest British Statesman at Wayne Avenue Baptist Church before a large audience praising the eloquence of Mr Hughes. The Storrs mine headraising event and a court arraignment of Nicholas Tierney and Patrick Mc Hale for assault on Anthony Borris were noted with bail set at 900 dollars each.
Funeral services for Mrs William Laird were held at her Grove street home with Rev W F Gibbons, followed by burial at Forest Hill cemetery. Henry Hoffman funeral at Ridge street with Rev Eugene Wisskopff. interment Petersburg Lutheran cemetery. Mrs Bridget Knox charged $15.01 in a store bill dispute with John M Coleman, judged in favor of Coleman. Knox to appeal. Local residents William D Williams Della Williams and Crystal lake trip. Georgie Jones Gertrude Decker spent Sunday at Lake Ariel.
Late buyers gain as prices collapse on suits with many options still available. Suits worth about double now offered at marked down rates. other styles see similar reductions. Assortment remains strong for shoppers.
Workers under Thomas B. Carey prepare Oxford washery near the former culm dump to clear land for street extension to Meridian. A bore will reach 200 feet to seal Clark vein waste while 20 workers will operate the plant. discussion mentions possible Oxford Street expansion and DL&W land use, with a funeral note for Thomas W. Phillips in the afternoon.
Installation of St Pauls Pioneer corps officers took place at Masonic hall North Main avenue Sunday with President Peter F McCoy chairing his fourth term. Officers elected include VP Anthony Cummings, recording secretary J J Sweeney, financial secretary M T Sullivan, auditors William Sullivan William Fissimmons and P J Murray, directors Frank McLain Walter McNicholas William Haskins Michael Battle Daniel Lenehan, sergeant at arms John Devers, and national delegate M T Sullivan. Hyde Park Father Mathew society guests socialized after.
A large crowd attended the funeral for Rosa Phillips yesterday afternoon at Scranton Street Baptist Church. The services began at 2 oclock from her residence at 116 North Rebecca Avenue, with Rev. J. F. Matthews delivering an eloquent sermon.
A cryptic sports note notes a man prepared for competition and hints malaria as a concern, with emphasis on fitness and readiness amid health worries.
Mrs. D. B. Thomas of 622 South Main Avenue hosts a surprise gathering by Bellevue Baptist Mission school Sabbath class. Guests include Rhoda Thomas Morris Thomas Gwendoline Davis Gwennie Edwards Bella Clark Anna Watkins and many others as refreshment is served in a pleasant evening event.
George Carpenter of Hampton street was badly bitten on the lower right leg by a large setter on Eynon street. The dog, owned by Bowen, also bit his hand after breaking away. Patrolman McColligan was alerted but could not reach the scene. the animal may be shot.
Hyde Park Father Mathew society elected officers at St. Leo's hall for the coming term. Installation will occur at the next regular meeting. J. C. Gallagher named representative to the national Boston convention next month. Officers-elect include M. S. Lavelle president Edward Kenney vice president John Burke recording secretary John Donahoe financial secretary Charles Canavan M J Jennings and T F Mellale auditors John Shaughnessy Sr sergeant at arms.
Funeral services for Thomas W Phillips were held at 2:40 pm at 218 South Main Avenue with Rev. Peter Roberts and Rev. David Jones officiating. Interment followed at Washburn Street Cemetery.
The South Side plans a National Guard unit with a Germania hall meeting tonight to organize a new company attached to the Second battalion. Fifteen young men were named for the proposed company and public interest runs high despite misgivings about transfers and eligibility.
The Century Home company held a special session to appoint committees for member revision and selection of forty younger members for active duty. They plan to advertise for sealed bids on new uniforms due August 1 with a 10 percent certified check. A Lebanon state convention trip and use of the Thirteenth regiment armory for drill were discussed.
Tensions rise between Cedar avenue market men Joe Squeele and Tony Banotti after a confrontation near their stalls. Banotti brandished a revolver and stiletto in a dispute over a nearby market opening, but fled when police arrived and no weapons were recovered.
August Albertine recovered his stolen horse harness and buggy yesterday after two Taylor youths delivered the outlet and claimed the reward. A warrant remains for the suspected party, but Albertine says he will not prosecute and is glad to have his property back.
An application was made to the court yesterday for a charter for the William Connell Hose Company. The company has existed for ten or twelve years without a charter. Subscribers include Charles Simrell James J. Keogh John Gibbons J H Fink Thomas F Donlin Sterling Simrell David Burke Richard Farrell. Directors for the first year are Sterling Simrell Thomas F Donlin and David Burke.
Burke faces a legal matter with representation by John FP Serags. The notice indicates the attorney handling the case is listed as the primary contact for filings and hearings. The document names the client and the law firm involved in the matter.
Antony Barno Joseph Prickerlesky and Janes Waluchma were arrested Sunday night for fighting in Martin Rugno s saloon on Prospect avenue. In police court yesterday morning Alderman Lentes fined the trio Br each. The latter two were sent to county jail for default of payment. Michael Meiz was arraigned yesterday for drunkenness and abusing his wife last night. He was discharged on promising to do better and support his family. The annual plume of the drum corps connected With Camp 420 Patriotic Order Bons of America was held at Central Park Garden yesterday afternoon and evening. Last evening the Younger Maennerchor and Scranton Athletic club headed by a visiting band paraded the streets and disbanded at the park. The drum corps members expect gratifying results. The Loyalty club WO A of the South Rider will hold an ice cream sale Friday at the association rooms. Cream will be ten cents. M P Judge and nephew Joseph Hannick left yesterday for Atlantic City.
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