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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1899

Page

6

Fifty-Seven New Members Embrace Electric City Club

West Scranton notes show fifty-seven new members admitted to the Electric City Club after a membership contest with orange and purple factions. Orange narrowly led by six, total club membership now 164, with a banquet planned for winners.

Electric City Club First Welsh Baptist Church T. Armon Jones Orange Electric City Wheelmen Eix Orance G. KR. Ralph Wil Hughes Sam McCracken E. G. Peters J. W. Roberts Arch McCracken B. C. Fern Howard Williams Tt. J. Decker Ja Price Edward Davis Charles Mansfield Richard Thomas Frank Stewart W. H. Hoe Charles Coleman Edward Williams M. G. Dimmick J. G. Reese A. B. Warman David Warman FP. W. Tague Fred Weinse Purple F. E. DePue E. B., Smith Will Lewis William Morgin Charles Marrion Duncan Hall Gus Welnss Chores Bertine George Geach George Daniels Robert Stughes Fred Peters Samuel Lewis David Owens Joseph Rose C. T M. Pitcher Thomas Sherrit Frank Mansfield Joseph Ainsey Joseph Burrell Harvey Long C. E. Daniels W. G. Donee

Concert at First Weleh Baptist Church Counts as Benefit

A benefit concert at the First Baptist Church drew a free audience as the Tribune report notes Faith James and Catherine Timberman stepping in for a few performances. Performers included Maury Puvier Edith Heuser Livia Jones Clurt Browning Marie Vanleft Louise Slocum Marlon Hutchinson Anni Salmon Edith Martin Grace Spencer Erma Fone Catherine Timberman Mrs Edward Car ten Lean and Professor J Alfred Pennington with the closing piece by the replacement singer.

First Weleh Baptist Church First Baptist Church Tribune Mise

Pharmacy Advert: Patent Remedies and Prices

A compact ad lists Paine's Celery Compound and Pinkham's Compound alongside Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery and Mellon's Food with prices 75 cents for some items, 38 cents and 55 cents for others, signaling early 20th century patent medicine promotion.

Paine Pinkham's Pierce's Golden Medical Mellon’s

Scranton Conservatory of Music Receives Praise

The article honors participants identified with the Scranton Conservatory of Music, led by Professor Pennington, noting merited praise and the institution's guidance.

Scranton Conservatory of Music Pennington

Branch elected officers for Hibernians at Har Gari hall

Branch No 1 Ancient Order of Hibernians held a regular meeting at Har Gari hall last evening and elected President Thomas Langan Vice President PJ Gilroy Recording Secretary Nicholas War ke Financial Secretary John Lavelle Treasurer Patrick Lynn Standing Committee M J Jenninns Owen Dolan PJ Dunleavy Michael Ford Thomas McPhillips Installation planned at next meeting in two weeks with a special session together with the Ladies auxiliary

Ancient Order of Hibernians Har Gari Hall oMeers Thomas Langan PJ. Gilroy Nicholas Warke John Lavelle Patrick Lynn M. J. Jenninns Owen Dolan P. J. Dunleavy Michael Ford Thomas McPhillips Ladies’ Auxiliary

Strawberry festival and church events planned this evening

A strawberry festival is scheduled at Jackson Street Baptist Church under Ladies' Aid Society direction with ice cream for sale. An all day Ladies' Aid Society event occurs at Plymouth Congregational Church. Bellevue Galvinistle Methodist Church hosts an entertainment and social this evening. Keyser Valley Hose Company picnics at Washburn Street line grounds, Stenner's band picnics at Central Park Garden. St Marks Lutheran Sunday School presents a graphophone entertainment this evening with tea cream sold on the lawn afterward.

Jackson Street Baptist Church Ladies' Ald Society Plymouth Congregational Church Bellevue Galvinistle Methodist Church Keyser Valley Hose Company Washburn Street Stenner Central Park Garden Claes Na St. Mark's Lutheran Sunday School

Funeral for Mrs. Nancy M. Gora Held at Home

Reverend E J McHenry of Bt David s Episcopal Church officiated at the funeral for Mrs Nancy M Gora line yesterday afternoon. Services were at the house on North Main avenue and Lafayette street, with interment in Washburn street cemetery. Attending were many friends and relatives of the deceased, and pallbearers included George W Jenkins W Gaylord Thomas George Peck and Ebenezer Williams.

E. J. McHenry Bt. David's Episcopal Church Nancy M. Goraline North Main Avenue Lafayette Street Washburn Street George W. Jenkins W. Gaylord Thomas George Peck Ebenezer Williams

Heat claims life of pupil in city school route

Mabel Rudy seven year old pupil of No 12 school collapsed from heat while returning home Monday. She was carried to her home on Eynon Street where medical aid was given as authorities consider reducing June session length to one. Teachers and pupils urge change.

Mabel Rudy No. 12 Eynon Street Board of Contro

Reception honors T Armon Jones by Welsh Prize Singers

Miss Kate Jones of Rock Street hosted a reception last evening for T Armon Jones of Wales a member of the Welsh Prize Singers. Mr Jones sang several solos with other guests performing songs. Miss Jones received with help from her sister Mrs BE O Jones. A luncheon followed and guests included Mr and Mrs William Ortess Mr and Mrs FE O Jones Mr and Mrs G A Williams Mrs J J Roberts and several Misses including Jennie Davis Agnes Davis Johanna Davis Mary Jones Ballie Thomas Anna Jones.

Kate Jones Rock Street T. Armon Jones Wales Welsh Prize Singers Mr. Jones Miss Jones BE. O. Jones William (Ortess FE. O. Jones G. A. Williams J. J. Roberts Jennie Davis Agnes Davis Johanna Davis Mary Jones Ballie Thomas Anna Jones

Summer Silk Sale in Scranton At Easy Terms

A single silk store in Scranton offers a week of unusually easy terms with prices reduced for six days. The illustrated selections demonstrate conditions across the department, highlighting stock at a high water mark and inviting readers to visit the shop.

Scranton

Silk sale ad promises new two tone color blends

Reliable makes offer Pure silk in new two tone color blends with guaranteed value. Special This Week low prices 55c for 12 pieces Stripe Taffetas and 56c to 69c for other silks. Advertises plaids checks and stripes for children and women wear as best half dollar silk.

Exclusive Black Silk Grenadine Dress Patterns

A catalog note highlights exclusive dress patterns in black silk grenadine and new crepon stripe with chenille effects. The item promises distinctive, non duplicable designs and a wealth of additional handsome styles for selection.

Complete stock at Globe Warehouse boosts dress skirt lines

The Scranton Globe Warehouse reports a full inventory of dress skirt weaves after ten days of selling out. The manager notes no numbers or designs are lacking now, signaling a complete, ready stock.

Scranton Globe Warehouse

Notable Names Listed in Community Roster

Elizabeth Thomas Rebecca Thomas Mary Williams Messrs. Thomas Thomas Roberta C BH Daniels David Owens Dr Tallesen Phillips T Armon Jones Newton Roberts and William Ewart Jones form part of the local advisory group roster.

Elizabeth Thomas Rebecca Thomas Mary Williams Messrs. Thomas Thomas Roberta Daniels David Owens Dr. Tallesen Phillips T. Armon Jones Newton Roberts William Ewart Jones

Funeral for Inte Beatrice Jones Held at Parents Home

The services over Inte Beatrice Jones were held yesterday afternoon at the parents' home, 607 Twelfth street, Rev. D. P. Jones of the Tabernacle Congregational church presiding. Interment followed at Washburn street cemetery. Flower carriers included Lottie Davis Maud Davis Sarah Reese Ethel Thoras May Robbins Hannah Rowlands Jennie Roberts. Pallbearers were Morgan Thomas Thomas B. Evans David Jenkins and Morgan Jenkins.

Beatrice Jones Twelfth Street D. P. Jones Tabernacle Congregational Church Washburn Street Misses Lottie Davis Maud Davis Sarah Reese Ethel Thoras May Robbins Hannah Rowlands Jennie Roberts Morgan Thomas Thomas B. Evans David Jenkins Morgan Jenkins

Calvary Baptist church youth group to stage Thursday entertainment

The Baptist Young People's union of Calvary Baptist church Taylor will hold an entertainment on Thursday evening June 16 with Miss Margaret Gibbs in charge of arrangements.

Baptist Young People’s Union Calvary Baptist Church Taylor Margaret Gibbs South Main Avenue T. Valentine Evans D. D South Wales Fred Evans First Welsh Baptist Church Richard T. Smith South Garfield Avenue BD. J. Jenkines Henry Kerrigan Luzerne Street Church of the Holy Crows Bellevue Cathedral Christian Endeavor Society Plymouth Congregational Church T. A. Eynon Margaret Davis Ladies’ Aid Society First Welsh Congregational Church Thirteenth Regiment St. David's Tall Jackson Street

Local social notes span engagements travel and visits

A row of society notices lists guests at Miss Miller’s Lake Winola party and names several upcoming nuptials. Engaged couples include Miss Anna Williams and Mr. David Wiley with ceremonies planned June 21. others announce visits from Miss Flin Doud and Miss Rachel Zachariah while relatives travel between Hazleton Blairstown and Cleveland.

Green Ridge Community Notes Highlight Local Doings

Weekly roundup from Green Ridge detailing Rev. W. K. Maynard moving to Rockdale M E, Mrs. Howard Avery returning from Reading, church societies meeting, local residents visiting relatives, William Lewis taking a teaching post in Carbondale, a W C T U evangelistic meeting led by Mrs. J. Miller, a kindergarten picnic at Adams avenue, a small smoke incident at No 27 school, and Manners pharmacy ads for toothbrushes and bath sponges.

Green Ridge Heptasophs W. K. Maynard Methodist Episcopal Conference Rockdale Howard Avery Reading Ladies’ Home and Foreign Missionary Society The Presbyterian Church Amanda Carr Hornisdale

Grain-O praised as healthful drink for all ages

A reader endorses Grain-O as a nourishing beverage that keeps her satisfied after a week of use and suggests children can drink it freely with great benefit. The ad-style note urges getting Grain-O from grocers and following directions for a delicious healthful table drink.

Happenings of North Scranton Reports Mine Accident and Injury

Personal notes describe a serious mining accident in North Scranton. James Davia, a Cayuga street miner, suffered head and arm injuries when a prop failed and the roof collapsed. David Meredith of Billow Street was struck with a glass during an argument, resulting in a deep wound to his right hand.

James Davia Cayuga Street Cayuga Donne David Meredith Billow Street Meredith Dr. Donne

Marriage at Rev Evans Home Unites Morgans and Jones

Miss Margaret Morgans of Oak Street wed Thomas Jones of Wayne Avenue in a ceremony at Rev. Mr. Evans home yesterday. The couple later hosted a wedding supper at the bride’s home. Also noted is the funeral of Mrs. Mabel Jones from her daughter’s residence on North Main Avenue with interment in Pittston.

David Meredith Margaret Morgans Thomas Jones Mr. Evans Evans Oak Street Wayne Avenue Mabel Jones Pittston Finley Rees North Main Avenue Storrs Hiram Lodge Osterhout’s Hall Ladies’ Aid Society Puritan Congregational Church West Market Street

Local residents and visitors noted in brief social items

Mrs T P Williams of North Main avenue returns from a three week visit with friends in Philadelphia. Mrs Margaret Williams of Williams street comes home from West Side hospital after an operation a month ago. John Allagood of Oak street ill. Patrick Barrett Arthur and George Martin leave for Missouri to reside permanently. Mrs Charles Gwanan of Suequehanna visits Mr and Mrs William Eldridge of North Main. Miss Maggie Duffy of Archbald visits friends on North Main Avenue. Mrs A Safford returns home to Keystone after visiting her son W R Safford of Carter street. Mr and Mrs David Jones of Hollister avenue welcome a daughter. Mr and Mrs William Kennedy and Roy of Pittston visit G C Jones of Parker Street. Mr William Burdock of Chicago grand president of the G T A of B of IL visits Willard Lanning of North Main Avenue and returns home. Miss Agnes Smith of Factoryville visits Mr and Mrs George Mansfield of Mount Lookout. Walter Tripp visiting relatives on North Main Avenue will depart for California Saturday. Mrs Morrison convalescing from injuries on West Market Street last week.

P. F. Struppler Margaret Anna and May Edwards Gertrude Miller Keith Blair Edward W. Thayer Burson Bevan Arthur Thompson Warren Pierson John Hitchcock Joseph Hitchner Maurice Miller John Williams Flin Doud Hazleton John T. Richards Tenth Street Rachel Zachariah South Main Avenue Gath N.Y T. J. Fuller North Main Avenue Joseph Fuller Williamsburg Oho Misa Agnes Kennedy West Side Hospital Blairstown N. J Ewing Stockton Masa Philadelphia George W. Twining Minuch Chunk Haydn Ashley John D. Jenkins Cleveland Ohio H. ©. Jenkins Lafayette Street Huliban Danville Elizabeth Keller South Main Avenues William J. Vaneton van Buren Avenue Sadie Durkin T. P. Williams Margaret Williams Williams Street John Allagood Oak Street Patrick Barrett Arthur George Martin Missouri Charles Gwanan Suequehanna William Eldridge North Main Maggie Duffy Archbald A. Safford W. R. Safford Carter Street Keystone David Jones Hollister Avenue William Kennedy Roy Pittston G. C. Jones Parker Street William Burdock Chicago IL. E Willard Lanning Agnes Smith Factoryville George Mansfield Mount Lookout Walter Tripp California Mrs. Morrison West Market Street

Pen Coal Delivered to South Side and Hyde Park

Coal delivery notice lists price of 1.25 and service to South Side central city and central Hyde Park. Orders directed to C. B. Sharkey at 1914 Cedar Ave with phone 6683.

South Side Central City Hyde Park C. B. Sharkey Cedar Ave

Miss Anna Kelley and Henry Krause Wed in St Peter's Cathedral

Miss Anna Kelley of Pittston Avenue and Henry Krause of Broadway united in marriage yesterday at St Peter's Cathedral. Rev John Loughran officiated at 6 PM with Martha Kelley and Harry Kelley as attendants. A large gathering attended the reception at Mrs Elizabeth Kelley’s Pittston Avenue home. The couple left for New York City and will reside with the bride's family on return. Mrs Krause is highly respected. Mr Krause is a grocer in Belle Vue.

Anna Kelley Pittston Avenue Henry Krouse Broadway St. Peter’s Cathedral St. Peter's Cathedral John Loughran Martha Kelley Harry Kelley Elizabeth Kelley Krause New York City Mrs. Krause Mr. Krause Bellevue

Young Girl Bit by Neighbor’s Dog in Was

Cora Schmidt, daughter of Mrs. Emil Schmidt of Bim Street Was bitten yesterday by a neighbor’s dog. The right arm and leg were severely lacerated. Dr Webb treated and cauterized the wounds. Patrolman Ernest Schmidt, the girl’s uncle, was summoned and shot the dog.

Cora Schmidt Emil Schmidt Bim Street Webb Ernest Schmidt

Letter from Brother Aboard Gunboat Youemite En Route Guam

John J. Cunniff of the Times received a letter from his brother Thomas Cunniff an officer on the gunboat Youemite sailing to Guam from Gibraltar. The message notes the Spanish tensions and ship movements as the vessel proceeds toward the Ladrones and Guam area.

John J. Cunniff the Times Thomas ¥. Cunniff Guam Ladrone Islands Mr. Cunniff Gibraltar

Health and Beauty Ads Endorsed by Noted Actresses

In a column of health and beauty notices Mrs McKee Rankin praises Peruna as essential for women. Mrs Eliza Wike of Akron Ohio credits Peruna with restoring her appetite and health over seven years. The promotion urges every woman to read Dr Hartman’s book Health and Beauty and requests free copies by mail.

McKee Rankin Sayat Mc-Kee Rankin Eliza Wike Iron Street Akron Ohio Dr. Hartman Hartman Columbus

Jun ger Maennerchor Excursion Plans Lake Ariel Trip

The excursion committee met at Hotel Bost and agreed to run a Lake Ariel trip on a date to be chosen. City Treasurer WH J Robinson was named chairman, William Maus secretary, Albert Gutheing treasurer, with Joseph Reif and Miss Kate Demuth noted for upcoming events. Demuth to wed June 20 at St Marys Church.

Junger Maennerchor Hotel Bost Lake Ariel WH. J Robinson William Maus Albert Gutheing Joseph Reif Prospect Avenue Kate Demuth St. Mary's Church John Demuth P. J. Hickey Fire Department Gue Behlupt Allentown Mremen Ladies’ Aid Society of the Cedar

Controller Howell Avoids Certification of Asphalt Contract

Attorney J H Burns of Barber Asphalt called at the city controller’s office to certify the repair contract but Controller Howell was not in and did not commit. If he declines to sign the contract a court will be asked to compel him to act as before.

J. H. Burns Barber Asphalt Company Howell

Bridget King Obituary Notice for Merrifield Resident

Bridget King daughter of Mia and Martin King of Merrifield Avenue died at 3 oclock yesterday after a three week illness. The obituary notes the family and local ties and records the death in the community.

Bridget King Mia Martin King Merrifield Avenue

Death notice for Frocat Behwild four months old

Frocat Behwild aged four months son of Ernest Behwald of 2 Putteton Avenue died yesterday. Funeral details at 8 o clock. Interment at Forest Mill cemetery with services of bouge.

Frocat Behwild Ernest Behwald Putteton Avenue Bouge Forest Mill Cemetery

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West Orange Men Wheelm.n’s S Main Avenue Panty Foulard Silks Rheatrich Jones North Scranton James Davis Cayuga Mine South Scranton Quam Health and Beauty Mrs. McKee Rankin New York Horner’s Furniture R. J. Horner & CO Edewm Mussa Harvey’s Delaware and Hudson Station Wyoming Avenue Mother Hubbard Conte E. Ferrett Pearl St Hickory Street Presbyterian Nordt Avenue Mogae John Thomas Willum Rose Koempter Conrad Koempter Bt Mary's Cemetery Cou
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