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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1899
Page
6
Rev. George Hague of Olyphant preached at the First Welsh Tractitet service on Luke 17 20 arguing the Kingdom of God is spiritual not worldly and will be established by the Messiah's gospel. He contrasted earthly pomp with spiritual kingdom and urged focus on faith in Jehowah.
The Saturday Night club held its second business meeting at Will Hutton's Jackson street home. Members discussed club welfare and planned activities with Hutton hosting and photos taken after a luncheon. Notables included Councilman Richard Roose and Charles F. E. Tove. next meeting in June will address constitution and bylaws.
The new lodge of Knights of Honor in Morgan's Hall nominated elected and installed officers by Grand Officer William J. Robinson and A. W. Allison. Charter members include David M. Thomas D J Jonine BF Daniele John M Edwards and others as listed.
Sir Neville of Fair View avenue and Willum Seidert of Yale College returned home at midnight after short illness. Willum Seidert will graduate on June 1 but must attend courses. he passed a special examination for his diploma. Mr Newle remains a patient at Yale and will be confined for several weeks. Willum plans a two year medical course at the University of Transylvania starting next fall if health permits.
The ladies branch of the St Cathol ic Beneficent Society will conduct a musical evening at Mears Hall this evening. An excellent programme is inked for the event with a talk by John W. Devine of St Leos. Long medleys will close the program.
The advertisement touts a genuine price series with matchless style and exquisite workmanship. It asserts high quality and urges customers to judge for themselves, claiming only a superior class of muslin underwear could exist and that the new line debuts tomorrow.
An ad touts ladies skirts in best English cloths with lace and embroidery, promising correct hanging. It lists many discount prices such as skirts originally 4.25 for 2.29, 4.00 for 1.29, and 1.76 for 1.40, noting variety in styles and finishes.
A catalog of ladies garments featuring regimens in robes and corset covers with bold markdowns. Items include gowns and chemises at reduced prices, with several price pairs showing substantial savings on English lawn cloths, cambrics, and standard muslins. Some listed prices reflect deep cuts across styles.
Leo's Glee club will sing a selection of songs. The remainder of the program includes vocal and instrumental solos and duets. Mrs Rosamond Conn wy Whi will be accompanied by the accompanist and Mrs Agnes Malott will play for the dance by F
At a regular session of Branch No 16 Ancient Order of Hiberniana in Masonic hall, officers for the new term were elected. President Anthony McAndrew, vice president John Granahan, recording secretary William McAndrew, financial secretary Peter Cosgrove, treasurer M F Wymbe, standing committee John Connor Patrick Hayes Patrick Shoviin Henry Metermott Patrick Whisted, sergeant at arms Peter Merrick, doorkeeper James Hurt. Installation set for two weeks hence.
Patrick Higgins of Meridian Street suffered injuries from a wagon fall at South Main Avenue and Washburn Street. William J. Davis, a miner in the Tyra mond, was hurt on Friday near by. Conductor John Granacher fell from a street car and fractured a rib. School Controller Elias E. Evans, working on improvements at No 32 school, is near death.
A high mass of requiem was held at St Patrick Church at 9 o clock Saturday morning for Amos Embrey. Attendees included members of St Brenden Council, Young Men's Institute where the deceased was a member. pallbearers were Thomas Hurst James Cusick Michael McGrahan Michiel Diwvey John Devera and Michael Sullivan. Interment followed at Whelhorn Street Cemetery.
The remains were carried from the deceased’s sister on Jackson Street Saturday at 10 20 to St Patrick’s Catholic Church for a solemn high mass of requiem by Rev Lavelle who also preached. Interment followed at the cemetery. Pallbearers were relatives William Dale Michael Hosgeerty and Patrick Werrl We.
A funeral service for Benjamin John was held Saturday at a relative’s residence on Everett Avenue with Rev. Thomas De Grichs of the Back-20 Street Baptist Church officiating. Interment followed at Washburn Street Cemetery with Rev. I. Foster of Sumnes Avenue Presbyterian officiating at the grave. Pallbearers included William Hewes, John Hopkine, James Brown, Honey Bradeten, and Willen Davis.
A series of community notices from Scranton area groups. The Young Women’s Choral Society declines tonight’s rooms meeting. A concert benefits the First Baptist Church is planned at the Scranton Conservatory with Professor J. Alfred Poanthaten. Stenners bond hold a meeting at Central Yard on Wednesday afternoon. Stenner’s orchestra to perform at Laenesjangg. Kersor Valley Hose Company to hold a picnic at Washburn Street terminus Wednesday after noon and evening. Star Orchestra to supply music for Lackawanna today. A Mountain Park excursion is announced for July 4. Mrs. M. W. Tague receives a decorative bouquet from her brother Mongan Evans. Washburn Street car axle failure causes delays near South Mal avenue last night.
Mrs. David Wood of Jackson Street entertains her mother Mrs William Dovker of Mourow. Mr and Mrs Thomas Freeman of South Main Avenue host Freemans mother visiting from laws. Mrs Phoebe Snyder of West Pittson visits Seldon Panting of BSwetland Street. Mrs William Edwards of Lincoln Avenue plans a summer departure to Asbury Park. Mrs Thomas Carson of Wishburn Hitemt leaves for Onn Grove AR. Mrs Do D. Evans of South Main Avenue contemplates an extended trip to California. Richard Reese of Peckville brought Bucs of James M Powell yesterday. Morgan Thoth of Jackson Street returns from Watea trip. Mrs Thomsonirson of Washburn Street with Mrs Morgan Evans and Mrs Mary A Edwards of Sumner Avenue will leave today.
Dr J J Roberts of South Malin avenue suffers a painful abscess near the right eye during a week's stay at Ocean Grove and Asbury Park. Rev J B Sweet, pastor of the Simpenn Methodist Notevapil church, who has endured appendicitis, attended services yesterday and is recovering rapidly.
The report notes miner John Tranton of Margaret Avenue suffered severe injuries after being trapped under a coal fall at the Stors mine. He was transported home for care with Dr. Denne attending. The piece also lists local social visits and a funeral from North Main Avenue.
The Lackawanna township school board will meet this afternoon at No. b building to organize for the new fiscal year. The board will remain practically the same as the first year, pending the Moosie borough question. William Delaney and John Comer of Piaing were guests of the Misses Higgina of Malin street. At 10 30 mass at St Joseph’s Church yesterday, Rev. W. A.
The Poghios edged West Sie 7 to 6 in a close game yesterday. Gutman finished the tenth discourse on sacrifice and departure from It while Mrs. Michael McVarleh visited In Toston Milaa.
An advert from Manners Pharmacy on Green Ridge Street promotes toothbrushes in all sizes and prices along with sponges and bath rags. It highlights various bath items and reiterates location at 20 Green Ridge Street.
The notice records the death of Mrs. Nancy M. Goralsine Gorstine, long time resident of West Scranton, with details of family, charity work, and funeral at her home. It also reports the sudden death of Mrs. Elizabeth Young at 404 Jefferson Avenue, with burial plans and surviving children, followed by notice of the death of C. E. and J. John, Wilkes-Barre resident, at W A St. John’s home, with brief family survivors and private funeral.
Multiple brief notices report the deaths of Thomas Hastings Jr aged 26 at his home in Scranton. Mrs. Rachel Jones long a resident of North Scranton. Mrs. Beulah Jones and Beatrice Jones in Scranton. and Kitty Jones among others. Funeral details indicate Holy Cross church Bellevue, Cathedral cemetery, and Hyde Park Catholic cemetery.
In the case of Michael Denier versus Scranton Railway the jury found for the company. Judge Gunbier posed questions about accidental injury and parental care. A separate verdict awarded 900 dollars to Thomas Killeen against Carbondale Traction for injuries.
A jury at Otelock heard the Carbondale erosion dispute on Brooklyn Street. After about thirty minutes the verdict found against liability, with Judge Edwards directing the panel to exclude the city from any verdict for changes due to insufficient evidence.
A party of Philadelphia residents traveled to Harford for the Soldiers Orphans school events. Members Morrison Stewart Kinsley Yohn and others, noted G A R figures, were described as leaders and potential state commander candidates. The group also included several local Grand Army men proceeding to Harford.
Two young boys vanished Saturday in Hobson area. Protdio Little seven from 1 Phelps Street and a nine year old Polish boy adopted from St Patrick's orphanage by a local Loris family disappeared after going out to tend cows and who knows where. Police launched a search as cows were found grazing but boys not. The Polish boy is described as somewhat wigwird and may have influenced the Little boy to run away. Little boy wore corduroy breeches blue water jacket and dark cap. No further description of the Polish boy provided.
Coal delivery record shows a total of 1 256 dollars for pea coal to the South Side central city and central Hyde Park. Orders sent to B Sharkey at 1014 Cedar, phone 6933.
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