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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 04, 1901

Page

5

Social Gossip: Engagements and Weddings Announced

Announcement of Elizabeth Manley of Dunmore to Dr W F McGreevy of Green Ridge with ceremony planned near near parish church. Social updates note Mrs Merona’s pleasant surprise party on Tim Street and a Wheelmen club gathering at the Giveon Ridge assembly rooms.

BE. Merona Tim Street Tiermiiin Charles Kirestner HL. Wialden J. Graebner Haner J. Nhump A. Dagen G. Welde J. Jennie J. Brunner S. Leitner Miss Welde Wid Os. Kessler Eirzabeth Imelda Manley Plob, Manley Dunmore W. Fl McGreevy Green Ridge Wparsidias Elute House Giveon Ridge

Scranton Social Roundup From Local Houses And Guests

Social notes report visits from New York and Washington figures to Scranton, with residents and guests staying at hotels and homes. Notables include Mrs. Gilts wid wife and Hon T Seferscay Mes gilts, Dickinson School grads, and railroad and business men attending events in the city. The Washington Star feature on a gallery exhibit is also briefly noted.

Hoyle S. Bevy New York Eice Miss Jenkins Price Marraluee T. Seferscay Uetel Muleigh Washington Moybh Binghamin S. Yu Ani Mia B. Welly Weber Avenue T. AC Cothale Burns Gillan Lelio Avndinate Nowspanper Publihers Scrantyun Wiliams Hoenig Serantyu Hu Minetine Gelivabueg A. Donohue Melriegel South Scranton Mebert J Moon Peekwiile Dickinson Landvlool Curlielo Washington Star Coporan Artie Gaaen Diminus Helue Anil Bulls

Mis Ritterhonored in large parish contest debut

Miss Ritterhonouse daughter of Mrs Tittenhouse from Cenidge earned honorable mention among three hundred competitors in Paris. She placed close to the gold medal amid a strong showing that made her family proud.

Mitchaela ML Ritterhowe Janet Fh Tittenhouse Ceeenidge Paria Fiona

Status of the Strike Sends Workers Far From City

Several new employees of the Delaware Lackawanna Western company left the city for the points whence they were brought, amid missionary work and growing dissatisfaction. Seven machinists departed to Auburn to join the Michigan-Seymour company. Officials expect further departures from Schenectady works and Baldwin shops as union activity spreads. Car inspectors quit in large numbers while about twenty five local inspectors remain at work. A letter from Elmina notes little production.

Delaware, Lackawanna & Weeatern Company Stelking Auburn Mclintosh-Seymour Company Sehonectdy Locomotive Works Baldwin Philadelphia Scheneetads Car Diblovs Bottile Campbell Metal Trades’ Council Elmina

Baptist Ministers Meet Conference Held at Penn Avenue

The Baptist ministerial conference met yesterday morning with Rev. S. FPL Matthews presiding. Minutes were read by Rev. W. ed. Ford. Rev. R. FY. Pierce invited ministers and wives to Nay Ag Park on Monday, June 24, accepted with thanks. Rev. W. Thomas spoke on A study of the church out Corinth.

Penn Avenue S. Fpl Matthews Ciar W. Ed. Ford R. FY. Pierce Mrs. Pierce Nay Ag Park W. =. Thomas Peckville Corinth Rove W.id Ford A. We. Smith David Spencer PD. Marman G. A. Smith Thomas de Gruchy D. Th Matthews George North Albert TH. Smith G. OA. Smith Factoryville Weystone Academy

Meth dist Ministers Meet at Elm Park Scranton

The regular meeting of the Methodist Ministers association for Scranton and vicinity convened at Elm Park church yesterday at 10 AM. President C T Henry chaired, Rev Newing led devotions, and Rev Roblin presented a paper contrasting Michael and Jonathan and German and American character. Several ministers participated in discussion, with a list of attendees named.

Methodist Ministers’ Association Scranton Elm Park Burely C. T. Henry Th Newing Robilin Michael Jonathan Cmm. Giffin Austin Giilin JW. M. Bailes Reva G. Robilin B. J. Haughton J. M. Bailey J. Singer R. M. Pascoe H.C. McDermott Hk. Newing James Benninger C. ML Giffin A. W. Cooper J. Dorsey G . Lynn Austin Griffin P.P. Doty WG. Harned Joseph Madison Bentley A. BL Conger Co OR. Dmenry Austin

Girl, 15, Committed for Abduction Case in New York

Mary Dadleswhmtre, 15, was placed in the care of the Children’s Society amid abduction charges against Frank Dadaone. The Scranton couple wed to escape alleged pressure after Salvatore Bet Jesario wooed Mary and the two planned marriage in New York.

New York Mary

Funnier Excursion Route Book 1001 Edition Published

The Pennsylvania Railroad announces the 1001 edition of the Funnier Excursion Route Book. It offers descriptive notes on western summer resorts with routes and fares, includes maps and illustrations, and lists over seventeen hundred route combinations. Available June 1 at ticket offices for ten cents. twenty cents by mail.

Pennsylvania Railroad Comepany WH America Pennsylvania Railroad Pennsylvania# railroad Broad Street Mall

Macbeth a complex figure in Dr Stafford lecture

Rev. J Stafford D D of Washington presented a three part study of Macbeth at the Lyceum Scranton. He argued Macbeth was naturally good and not a unconscionable murderer, tracing motives and inner conflict that keep the tragedy from becoming mere horror.

Macbeth Shakespeare Brockway Entertainment Bureau Lyceum J. Stafford D. D Washington Scranton Stafford Georgetown University Catholic University Manebeth Drusafford Corman Crittes Marebeth Mabbeth Scotland Duncan Machbeth Toya Untis Mualcalm Hih Tie Miesbeth McDuff Tim Stew. Miles McMants St. Peter's Cathedral

Local Produce Prices and Delivery Orders Schedule

Strawberries priced at 10 12 and 15 cents with Bay Pineapples popular for canning as demand rises. Fancy asparagus and fresh vegetables featured. Noon meal orders due by 9 am. Green Ridge deliveries in morning and afternoon. Orders accepted from 4 to 6 pm or by 9 am for morning delivery.

Bay Green Ridge

Buffalo Bill Show Skips Wilkes-Barre For Smallpox Fears

Buffalo Bill's wild west show will not play Wilkes-Barre this Friday due to a smallpox scare in nearby towns. Major Burke denies a Wilkes-Barre engagement, opting to perform in this city Friday night and two more times Saturday after transferring from Waton. The parade remains Saturday morning, and management favors prudence to protect future bookings.

Buffalo Bill Wilkes-Barre Major Burke Waston Tr Wise Elty Major Parke Buffalo TH

Inspections Begin for Third Brigade National Guard Units

Major W.S. Millar led spring examinations of local Thirteenth Segment companies IK and A with many spectators. Senior officers Colonel Wittes Lieutenant Colonel Stillwell and several captains observed the drill and later faced individual inspections as Company C and Lo were set for tonight’s review.

W.S. Millar National Guard of Pennsylvania Compannes IK Millar Regment JT. A. Wittes Ww. Stillwell Loth Nas Dalph JF. Atherton Frank Wandling Frank Tobling W. A. Taub Esxvh Yand Lo

Same Leaders On Top Today In Local Contest

Ray Buckingham of Elmhurst makes his first return of points and sits in ninth place. Miss Meredith advances one round in the ladder as the race continues. Local readers urged to apply now for books of subscription blanks.

Ray Buckingham Elmhurst Miss Meredith

Standings of Leading Contestants Across Local Meet

The standings list top scorers and participants from multiple towns. Henry Schwenker leads with 120 points from South Scranton, followed by Meyer Lewis of Scranton, William Miles of Hyde Park, and Garfield Anderson of Carbondale. Other names include August Brunner Jr of Carbondale, Norma Meredith of Hyde Park, Frank Kemmerer of Factoryville, W. H. Harris, Ray Bickingtay of Elmhurst, David O. Emery of Wimmers, Pa, Miss Vida Pedrick of Clark's Summit, with various scores noted.

Henry Schwenker South Scranton Meyer Lewis Scranto' Seiecaenenee William Miles Hyde August Brunner, Jr Carbondale Norma Meredith Hyde Park Frank Kemmerer Factoryville W. H. Harris Ray Bickingtay Elmhurst David O. Emery Wimmers Vida Pedrick Clark's Summit

Scranton Tribune Educational Contest Standings Update

The Tribune reports updated standings for the Educational Contest. Schwenker led last week with 47 points, followed by Miles 3, Anderson 25, Lewis WW, Meredith 14, Brunner 15, Kemmerer 6, and Pedrick 2. Rus Buckingham of Elmhurst joins at ninth place. Gryfel Anderson trails by two points for third.

the Tribune Schwenker Miles Anderson Lewis Miss Meredith Brunner Kemmerer Miss Pedrick Rus Buckingham Elmhurst Gryfel Scranton ‘Tribune Scranton

Quarterly Meeting of Northeastern Pa Masons Veterans

The Masonic Veterans association of Northeastern Pennsylvania held its quarterly meeting with twenty members present in Mason’s bath. Speeches followed business, a banquet by Caterer Barnes was enjoyed, and the group noted a member’s twenty one years in the Masons. Jay W H Heath of West Scranton led the reception of the night as officers spoke and memories of Link P Taylor of Peckville, a deceased member, were shared. Officers listed: President Frank Leatner, vice president Preston Tinkinson, treasurer Thomas Lutton, secretary Hill L Huek.

Masonic Veterans’ Association Pennsylvania Mason's Bath Barnes Masons Jay W. H. Heath West Scranton Link P. Taylor Peckville Frank Leatner Preston Tinkinson Thomas Lutton Ll. Huek

Green Ridge Bowlers Impress In Exhibition Match

Green Ridge Wheelmen put on a fine show against the Northeastern Pennsylvania champions Bicyele club last Friday night. The Green Ridge team, though new locally, has built a strong reputation with captain Charles Fowler among the most seasoned bowlers in the city.

Green Ridge Pennsylvania Charles Fowler

Local bowling figures feature longtime players and club ties

The article notes John Taylor of the Bicycle club and Jack Diamond a roller with Weichel as members of the Backus team in 1900. Moore is a seasoned bowler and the only left hander active in local circles since Harry Northup’s era with the Bicycle club five.

Latrely Memcher Elks Commercials John Taylor Jack Diamond Weichel Backus Moore Harry Northup

May Collections Reported by Internal Revenue Collector

The May 1900 collections totaled 155,018.26 with a net year gain of 12,889.72. Items include beer 129,156.86 and tobacco 1,588.47, plus licenses and stamps such as documentary stamps 12,004.15 and proprietary stamps 348.12.

Internal Revenue T. Ff. Penman Epirus

Great Muslin Underwear Sale at Goldsmiths Bazaar

Scranton shoppers are urged to attend Goldsmiths Bazaar for the annual muslin underwear sale beginning tomorrow. The store promises complete fulfillment of all advertised terms and expects unprecedented scale and strong consumer turnout.

Goldsmith’s Bazaar Maelin Goldsmith's Bavaar the Tribune Goldsmiths

Cure for Colds in 24 Hours Drug Remedy

An early 20th century advertisement claims a cold remedy quickly breaks up a cold in 24 hours and prevents future colds if taken at first symptoms. Priced at 2 cents and sold by all druggists.

Millinery Midsummer Opening at Ackerman

The Millinery Midsummer Opening announces wares at Ackerman 18 Wyoming avenue with shows on Wednesday and Thursday June 5 and 6. Steam Heating and Plumbing and P F M T Howley 231 Wyoming avenue invite customers to try the new de elgar Mleon.

P. F M. T. Howley Wyoming Ave de Elgar “Mleon

Letters From The People Policy Notice

Under this heading short letters of interest will be published when accompanied for publication by the writer's name. The Trine does not assume responsibility for opinions here expressed.

Christian plea to build a detention home for wayward girls

Police Magistrate W. S. Millar appeals to Christian residents of Sianton to fund a private detention house for 16 year old girls and other minor offenders to spare them from county jail. He cites repeated incarcerations and suggests a Christian run facility would rehabilitate rather than corrupt, urging public support. The piece notes a Punch cigar promotion in adjacent copy.

Tribane Christian People of Sianton House of the Goat Shepherd Poundling Home Florence Mission Las Mills Tower Yeate Gejobor Millar Kissi Wand

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Townsends Orange Washington Ave the Oriental Gruener & Co Wyoming Avenue Baby Bazaar Spruce Street Deok T Downing Tefferson Avene Juniata Kiefer Baptist J. 5. Thomas Elm Park Church Dadaone The Eleaner Vigar Kelly D. J. Stafford Duncin Lady Macbeth Lili Sie Hin E. G. Coursen Lackawanna Ave Garfield Anderson Quarterly Meeting Casey Brothers Uncle Sam Krause Central Adams Avenue Chassip Sumner Panama Mason & Hamlin Franklin Institute L. B. Powell & Co Washington Avenue King Miller Maloney Oil & Manufacturing Company Meridian Street Loura Arthur Watres Orlando S. Johnson Arthur Hi Christy County Savings Bank Court House Square Molmea Electric Dire L. Ae Watres, Wm. F. Hallstead Everett Warren Joseph Tors Johnson E. P. Kingsbury Robinson Brien Conrad Lackawanna Avenue Lawn, Timothy Clover S&f Wyoming
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