Fiftieth Anniversary of Mr and Mrs John Selam Celebrated
Mr and Mrs John Selam of 425 Quincy avenue celebrated their golden wedding anniversary surrounded by family and friends. The couple, married June 5, 1850 in Poughkeepsie, moved to Scranton years later and built their home on Quincy avenue. The event featured decorations, a dinner, music by the Scranton Martalin Club, and numerous gifts reflecting the esteem of their community.
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John Selon
Quincy Ares
Selem
Scranton
Ailitiv
Keipta
Scie
Kinwite
Poughkawpale
Mia
Mise
Cordelia McParland
Ord
Quincy Avenue
Belem
D. W. Solum
Miew Sovephing Sols
BR. D. Hall
Mre Hall
Mortimer
Alout
Richard Hiorne
D. W. &Cism
Mise Seiem
B.D Hall
Aml
EB. Ff
Brippie
Callender
Son
William Coppell
T. J. Lewis
M. Glitin
Her
Marriages Reported in City Homes and Green Ridge
The notes detail weddings in Mekota and Green Ridge with guests from Philadelphia Easton New York Seattle and Brooklyn. The Coleman wedding occurred at 694 Jefferson Avenue with Dr Jon Jackson as barber man, led by Hee l Mefeud. Florence Mull wed James Hop king Kays at 840 o’clock with elaborate decor and 260 guests. couple to tour then reside in Green Ridge. Also a reception at the Escodelor Social Club on Wickham arena with tastily served luncheon by Handley after dancing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mise Coleman
Olte Feenon
Mekota
Trothwr
Coleman
Jefferson Avenue
Miey May Couriion
Nosh
Witte Puelleth Jermyn
W. A. Coleman
Roe
Jon Jackson
Philadelphia
Hee l Mefeud
First Presbyterian Church
Mra
Neo
Blackinton
AL Smith
Mre
GM. Watteread
Mee
HL P
Bimpion
Mn BE
A. Jermyn
Jermyn
Mm N.Y. Leet
N. G. Robertson
Mire
Diveney
Chittendyn
HO Brady
ML Decker
AL Finch
A. Coleman
Loveland
Mieees
Moteod
Matthews
Finch
Talo
Howell
Archtald
Mun
Dickson
Fuller
Mossii
Timimick
Bie
Blanchwrd
Florence Rebecca Mull
James Hopking Kays
Stephen P. Mull
Sanderson Avenue
Lod. Lanning
Green Ridge Presbyterian Church
Hianche Hull
Sarah Fortham
Twickson Raya
Phip Mattes
George Anderson Minehard
Bauera Orchestra
Weston Mill Company
Beltle
And
Vee
Guerre Stone
Harry Jerome Hull
Seattle
Wash
Winthrope Duncan
Brooklyn
Daisy Mitchell
Rep
London
Winwland
Walp Ovi
Areokhin
J. Donald Mull
Cornell University
Wikhington Arena
Marvin & Mole
Ohare
Folinight
Handley
Personalities Gather for City and National Meetings
A jumble of visits and travel notes records D F E Taylor at Hotel Karl ington New York Dr J C Batesan absent at Atlantic City Dr RM Gibbons in Atlantic City attending the American Medical association conference Delegates from Lackawanna county noted Pastor G Spicker of Holy Trinity Dat Horan Shurch went to Philadelphia for a Pennsylvania ministerium meeting Professor George Howell assisted at a city school event assisting in exams Ten and Mrs Menore Terael left for South Bethlehem to attend a competing on the Critters board then to Carlisle for Dick in college commencement Israel a graduate They plan to Mealeville for a church anniversary and Mr Kernel formerly rector London figures described from London to Scranton coal mine plans Paris exposition etc Mr Jormyn described as a 73 year old Englishman with vivid memories of London historic places he witnessed Queen Victoria’s coronation and Jubilee He recalls Daniel O’Connell debates and early 1840s experiences in London with strong American travel views
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D. FE. Taylor
Karlington
New York
J. C. Batesan
Atlantic City
RM. Gibbons
American Medical
Lackawanna Anaioty
G. Spicker
Holy Trinity
Dat Horan Shurch
Philadelphia
Ministerium
Mounsylvania
Morray
George Howell
Echoole
de Atreet Clester
Ten
Mra
Menore Terael
South Hothlehum
Lermel
Critters of Bleeptharie
Carlidle
Dickinvon College
Israel
Mealeville
Wollen
Kernel
Werth
London
Chicago
Pulti
Albert
Umot
Jeremyn
Jermyn
Daniel O'Connell
Halle
Thames
Wellington
Amerion
Large May collections exceed prior totals at local IRS office
The Internal Revenue Office under Penman reported May collections of $155,618.26, up from $150,702.47 last year, with components including beer stamps $115,208 and documentary stamps $15,254.42. Other items listed include spirit stamps, tobacco stamps, and proprietary stamps, totaling $165,018.24.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Internal Revenue
Penman
Dapper Young Man With A Big Wad Involved With Speak-Easers
A dapper young man with a large wad of money claimed to work for a Republican candidate and toured speak-easies under guidance of allies. Four city constables accompanied him, introducing him to speakers’ keepers and sharing drinks. The constables later received notices from Attorney Boers demanding reports or face charges of malfeasance in office.
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Constable
Bailiwick
Leutenant
F. E B. Boers
Mona Union
Woman Committed After Hospital Hearing In Manslaughter Case
Aldermith John held a hearing at the West Side hospital regarding Miss Mary Ogorczak who is detained for illness following the premature birth of her child that died in McNichols court. Witnesses testified to finding the body and similar testimony to the coroner's inquest. Ogorczak was ordered held at the county jail to await grand jury action on a manslaughter charge sworn by Lieutenant Williams. Dr. Roberts says the child died unnaturally, violence used. Ogorczak to be moved to the county jail today.
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Aldermith John
West Side Hospital
Mary Ogorczak
Ilness
McNichols Court
Williams
Roberts
Pipp Pictures to Be Shown at St Luke's Parish Hall
Tomorrow night the famous Pipp pictures will be produced by the Coun try club committee at St. Luke's parish hall. A large audience is expected and the Free Kindergarten committee may benefit financially. The programme includes tableaux such as A Trip Abroad and A Double Wedding with elaborate costumes, decorations, and stage settings.
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Country Club
St. Luke's Parish
England
Goldson
Thanks to helpers after Mrs. Mary P. Lewis's death
The children of Mrs. Mary P. Lewis of Smoke The Pocono Sc. cigar extend heartfelt thanks to all who offered kindness and assistance during her illness and passing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary P. Lewis
Pocono
Country Club Veal Loaf and Canned Meats Price List
A period ad lists large tins of veal loaf and other canned meats with prices. Items include Deyled Tongue or Ham at 25 cents per tin, Lunch Tongue 25 cents, boneless sardines at 25 cents, and olive oil priced by the quart. Olive oil price has risen about 25 percent from the old price.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Abe
Ellman Arrested on Assault Charge After Son Bribery Bail
Constable Jake Ellman was arrested yesterday by Constable Max Firentine of Alderman Kasson’s court and taken to the central police station for an alleged assault on a woman on Emmet street who tried to reclaim her son. School Controller Patrick Golden bailed Ellman for $100, but the hearing was not held as the guardian failed to appear, causing the bail to be forfeited. Ellman resisted arrest at the courthouse before being led to the police, claiming he was a witness on a trial.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jake Ellman
Max Firentine
Kasson
Central Police
Emmet
Ellman
Patrick Golden
Konda
Guardian of Law and Order
Firestine
Elliman
Better &O
Protracted Probate Battle Over Mrs Amerman Will
Colonell L A Watres, executor, learned from his Worcester attorney that a caveat filed by Charles Wood halts probate of the second will by Rev Dr Dixon’s attorney General Edwin Champin of Cambridge. Hearing date not set. Local supporters seek probate in this county, challenging validity on incompetence or undue influence. Scranton domicile claimed. Massachusetts will may be attacked. Bequest of 10000 to Rev Dixon for care of decedent’s horses and dog cited as encouragement for local challenge.
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L. A. Watres
Ella M. Amerman
Worcester
Mass
Charles Wood
Gol
Massachusetts
Scranton
Dixon
Associated Press
Building Inspector seeks permits from twelve defiant contractors
Building Inspector T B Jackson secured warrants from Alderman Howe for twelve contractors who refused or neglected to obtain building permits in recent weeks. Hearings set for Friday morning. The conduct mirrors a prior test case by Contractor LaBar, upheld by court, demanding permits and fees. Penalties range from five to one hundred dollars.
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T. B. Jackson
Alderman Howe
Jackson
LaBar
Enjoyable Picnic of Montefiore Hebrew School at Laurel Hill
The Montefiore Hebrew School held its fourth annual picnic at Laurel Hill park yesterday afternoon to raise funds for the school which teaches Bible Hebrew language and history. Between six and seven hundred attended the evening program with dancing and an Education address by J. Silverman of Jermyn. L Lieberman, A J Cohen, and Traet enberk led the day with executive members Nathan Levi V Steinman M Solomon B C Levi Simon Seigel and Mr Schloss in charge.
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Montefiore Hebrew School
Laurel Hill Park
J. Silverman
Jermyn
Nathan Levi
V. Steinman
M. Solomon
B.C. Levi
Simon Seigel
Mr. Schloss
Cigar Factory Planned for West Scranton Site
Nathan Weiss, head of a New York firm, said a West Scranton cigar factory is an assured project with a 70 by 100 foot, four story building to start, employing 1200 workers. The plant would be on the Fellows tract on Luzerne Street if secured, with local capital not sought. The factory aims to serve large city jobbers, not compete for local trade.
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Nathan Weise
West Scranton
Nathan Weiss
New York
Weiss
Fellows
Luzerne Street
John H. Fellows
Martin BP. Flynn
Valley House
Wells
Flynn
Ir. Wells
A Cruel Husband Arrested For Non Support Assault
Susan Reese of 1539 Mylort avenue had her husband William F. E. Reese arrested and arraigned before Alderman Howe on charges of non support and assault and battery. She claims he has not contributed to her support for over three years and beat her on May 6. He offered no defense. bail set at 600 dollars for both charges and he was committed to county jail in default.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Susan Reese
Mylort Avenue
William FE. Reese
Howe
Asault
Reese
Tickets for St Luke's parish house benefit show
Tickets for the entertainment at St Luke's parish house on Thursday June 7 benefit the Pree Kindergarten. Available at Coursen's and Powell's with Diagram opening at Powell's on Tuesday June 5. Tickets cost 7 cents including reserved seats.
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St. Luke's
Coursen’s
Powell's
Powell’s
Reformatory Managers Appoint McCamont to Board
Samuel McCamont of Tre was appointed today as a member of the bound of managers of the Huntingdon reformatory. The report notes the appointment occurred on June 6 in Varrinburg. Local officials confirm the change in leadership and duties.
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Reformatory
Varrinburg
Samuel McCamont
Tre
Huntingdon
Hopkins Kayes Marries Hull In Scranton Church
In Scranton Pennsylvania on June 2 1000 James Hop king Kaye a layman of Green Ridge Presbyterian Church officiated the ceremony uniting Florence Rebeces Hull and Stephen Mull of Groern Hisige in a simple church setting amid the reverent gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kavs-Hull
Scranton
Stephen P. Mull
Groern Hisige
J. J. Lansing
The
Creen Ridge Presbyterian Church
James Hopking Kaye
Florence Rebeces Hull
Sheridan's Ride and Holmes Quotation Featured Verse
A fragment from an old page highlights Sheridan's Ride TM with Oliver Wendell Holmes and his pleasant One Hosa Shay. The snippet suggests a literary or public domain verse note in a 19th or early 20th century newspaper context.
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Orieve
Sheridan
Oliver Wendell Holmes
Citizens Club Organized in Old Forge Elections Bid
About 200 residents, largely from the forvan element, met at Luasin sky's hotel in Barbertown to form a Citizens Republican club for upcoming elections. Officers named: President James Maro, Vice President Paul Promak, Secretary Philip Swarts, Assistant Secretary Stephen Peer, Treasurer John Lasinsky. Next meeting set for next Thursday at the same venue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizena
Old Forge
Tiffany Seeks Jury Commissioner Amid Parade of Praise
The Scranton Truth quotes a remark about J. W. Tiffany from the day after his nominating speech for Sheriff Lewis. It lauds his long support of Republicans and suggests his talent as an eagle bearer to Liberty, noting he only asks voters to elect him Lackawanna County jury commissioner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. Tiffany
Scranton Truth
Sheriff Lewis
Tiffany
Court House
Congress
Lackawanna County
Catholic Historical Society Names New Board of Governors
At a regular meeting in the Kobehts of Columbus club house Rev Dr MacGoldrick announced the new board for the coming year. The slate includes Mrs Robert Villa, Mrs Edgar Connell, Mrs P J Horan, Mrs FP ow Casey, Mrs Joseph OBrien, Mrs P J Ruane, Miss Catherine Smith, and Miss Jennie Clarke. Dr W F Connors recited poems including The Soldier’s Recollections.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catholic Historical Society
Newman Magazine Club
Kobehts of Columbus Club
MacGoldrick
Robert Villa
Edgar Connell
P. J. Horan
Ow. Casey
Joseph O'Brien
P. J. Ruane
Catherine Smith
Jennie Clarke
Dr. W. F. Connors
The
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Penn Avenue
A. B. Warman
M. Dester
Dr. Carter
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Allee Warner
Mla
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Loretta Starke
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Famous Pifp Pictures
St. Luke's Parish House
Arnligeschlar's
Air
Pipp Soca
Paris
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Willing
MR Burr
Careng Castle
Laurel Hill
Wm. E. Reese
Mr. Pipp
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Washington Avenue
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Solanton
Cacomdale
CPI
Onpale
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