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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1901
Page
2
The Carbondale school board remains deadlocked over the presidency and treasurer posts after a mainly divided meeting. Adjournment was set for Thursday night as factions cited disagreements among Hughes Vannan and other members amid a contentious reorganization effort.
A chaotic meeting led to multiple tied votes over the presidency as Mr SwWeleert and Mr Vanan and others maneuvered nominees. Recesses, amendments, and last minute defections delayed a clear winner with Mr Gallagher and ex-secretary Hughes figures looming before Gallagher declined.
Due to the witness of President Fletcher there was no meeting of the select council last night. A finse reading was postponed as Chadmein Fletcher sought time to question the Treasure on every reading. Members adjourned the session pending further discussion while routine matters were deemed pending.
A Carbondale youth named Jesse Wigner enters the medical field after traveling to Buffalo to observe hospital staff. He studied at a Philadelphia medical college until spring and is described as bright with a promising future in surgery. Friends wish him success.
Differences between the Cigarmakers union and the master cigar makers focus on wages and the price per thousand for cheaper grades. Grievances were reviewed last night by the master cigarmakers, with little concern about a prompt settlement. The trouble is expected to be adjusted soon.
The Memorial Day production at the opera house by the young men of St Roxe parish was a great financial success. After expenses, about 200 dollars were netted, exceeding expectations and prompting heartfelt thanks for public support. The effort showcased the group’s hustling spirit and organization.
Fragmentary text mentions A Corbett of Carbondale offices and Blancurd of New York City traveling through the region for a jeweler's convention in New York. Language is garbled, with multiple misspellings and broken phrases about manufacturing and travel.
Well known Carbondale residents DS Maumilton Clarence A hose HF Clyein Privo Bedford Keyi Patterson and Jace Sipe drove by Honesdale on Sunday in a local social outing.
A conference with President Trautwein averted a strike at the Carbondale Machine Company. Workers agreed to stay on the job pending settlement of pay and shop conditions in Scranton, with a tentative wage increase and an ongoing dispute over the home shop issue.
John H Newton Jr has passed the Annapolis entrance examination as one of four successful candidates from thirteen. He will undergo the physical tests, then await appointment to a naval academy. Newton is highly regarded in Carbondale and has long shown aptitude in the literary and educational fields.
Daniel Dempsey, Cobb's first victim, has been discharged from the emergency hospital after serious injuries. Doctors report his health has improved and he is allowed to return home to continue recovery, citing lack of exercise and confinement as factors in his condition.
Members of Carbondale Union No. a0 Matiarebs Milliant will visit Archbald tomorrow evening to officiate in the lossalhithon, indicating a local event or ceremony.
Woot Preyer of Scranton, a local ticket agent for Lehigh Valley Hillel, took a business trip to an unspecified destination yesterday.
A patient identified as Aimthons McGuire was discharged from Himorgency Hospital in Brookbyen, marking another successful homebound transition for the facility. No additional details on diagnosis or ongoing care are provided.
Two months after a serious internal injury misattributed to a mine accident, McGuire was discharged yesterday. Indications point to a speedy return to normal condition, as hospital staff note his progress and deem his condition dangerous at the time of transfer.
Among the Carbondale visitors to Scranton yesterday were Alderman Jones Chief of Police McAndrew and Constable Edward Neary. Neary attended the trial of Samuel Billiott accused of slaying Edward Herbert and made arrests and secured evidence. McAndrew is involved in cases slated for criminal court yesterday.
Members of the Forest City high school graduating class of 1901 visited town yesterday and posed for a group photograph at Photographer Cramer’s studio. The group includes Missee Stella Davis J Kelleher B Miskell B Darrew HH Blitha Todpl PL Freedman Warrier Mans field S S McCusker MM Colborn Miss Trown Miss Monroy and Messrs Jerome Pilkington Elmore FF Hellenbaeck Albert Buckland John Sheplvetil.
Mrs Ralph Delmore of Bath Beach New York has stayed with J B Roberts on Canaan Street for several days. Her husband an actor with a respected standing and a member of William Gillette's Sherlock Holmes company will join her in Chicago and they will travel to London where Sherlock Holmes will be practiced in autumn.
Burras, owner of the Palace quick lunch, departed for New York City early yesterday and will be away about a week. Harras's wife has been in New York for several weeks for treatment of an ailment with serious complications. her condition, however, shows encouraging improvement.
Due to Miss Edith Benson illness, her sister Mrs. M Landt filled in at the First Congregational church quartet. Miss Nettie Bailey substituted for Miss Myra Hills the contralto who attended the baccalaureate in Jermyn with teachers from that town.
The Clerks' association will meet in regular session tonight to finalize arrangements for a duck social in Burke's hall mid this month. It is expected all details will be concluded at tonight's meeting.
Richard Curnow of Belmont Street returned to Chicago after a weeks vacation to re enter the Moody Institute. He is preparing himself for evangelical work.
Thomas Levison formerly of this city now of Hotel Trving Scranton and W D Evans of this city will leave in July for Colorado to inspect a mine holding in which they have an interest. The two investors travel to evaluate the property and confirm ownership ahead of further steps.
Michael Coleman of Vine Street is listing exterior work on his residence. New shingles will be installed followed by a fresh coat of paint on the dwelling.
Vere Christhan faced an EB Buckland theft charge over a gold ring bought for his fiancée and later discharged by Alderman Atkinson after a Saturday hearing. Other items note J. R. Watt in critical condition after paralysis, Dr. Wehlau consulted, and various local arrivals and status updates in Carbondale and surrounding towns.
Confinement to his home by illness noted for J B Burr family and Miss Josephine Burr. Burrs attend Rye Seminary commencement. Milas Sarah Burr a graduate. Kiots Thinnw ing and Mipire Bille mill foremen enjoy Newton Lake outing with luncheon. Mrs FE Morse and Mrs Hadeoul plan Crystal Lake Lakeside cottage summer residence. Mrs Morgan Powell, former Carbondale resident, dies in Beranton. Funeral of Lenan Baker, drowned, held with Rev Dr Whalen and Rev W B Grow. pallbearers listed. Four young men who joined Baker on trip identified. William EF Twoberta sells Belmont Street meat market to George Bate. new proprietor praised for prosperity.
Local society notes list Thomas Waleh of Scranton Armour & Co and M H Dugeen of Walker Soap Co visiting Carbonda le yesterday. Tyiae Singer and Misses Bresnuhban Coolican Meginnis spent Sunday in Scranton and Carbondale respectively. Various Scranton and Carbondale residents including E F Forbes and Mrs. Gilleran entertained or traveled to New York Paterson Port Jervis and Susquehanna areas.
The Jermyn school board met in special session adjourning sine die after auditing reports. New members Samuel Waters TB Crawford and FH Collins were sworn in as officers Thomas Hunter president Tf JL Depew secretary and George Blake treasurer. Prynn reelected janitor. meetings set for second Tuesday monthly. treasurer bonds fixed at 10000. salaries unchanged. Commencement program for Jermyn High included readings, music, and speeches by multiple students. Crystal Fire Company to hold monthly meeting and officer election. Lake Lavin excursion planned by local lodges. Coleman of Olyphant promotes excursion. Nerve Compound advertised by Matthews Bros.
Patients report four years of suffering from systemic catarrh improved by Peruna with rapid relief after first bottle. Testimonials from Clem G. Moore and Judge William T. Zenon praise Peruna as the best catarrh remedy. readers urged to write for free medical advice from Dr. Martin.
In Olyphant the school board reorganized with most members present. New officers elected include President William Hoyer and Secretary John Whittaly, with Patrick Lange as treasurer and James J. OMalley as attorney. The treasurer’s bond set at 10000 and secretary’s salary fixed at 200 yearly. Regular monthly meetings set for the tenth.
The article reports the death of George Seeley at the Peck Lumber Company mill and notes the coroner, Mr. Roberts, will investigate the incident. It mentions a funeral held Sunday afternoon at Prospect Cemetery with Fr. Crondall officiating and updates on local school and community events surrounding the tragedy.
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