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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1901

Page

5

Funeral Services of J Edwin Watt

The funeral for J Edwin Watt was held yesterday on the family plot at Maplewood. Rev A P Chatten of the Methodist church and Rev Chaves Lee of the Presbyterian church led services with hymns, prayers, and psalms. The interment followed at Maple and a large gathering attended by relatives and townspeople.

J. Edwin Watt Eewin Watt Watt Washington Street A. P. Chatten Methodist Wien Revo Chaves Lee Presbyterian Efitirel Lovane Mise Mas Brilpate Jennie Buble Chaffee Si Paul Corithians Ellaries Mr Chaffee Robert Juda Undertaker Ar Thuregents Fiomerad Tar Diaimapren Coop Adveia Roabert Willing Senta Aiiece Ph Wells Taseyih Courtviaht Parry (Ourtv

No Recruits Yet For Army Enlistment This Week

No enlistments reported at the United States Army recruiting site on Wellnessney week. Corporal Mbortensen received bullion and a potential test is discussed with parent consent. the article details eligibility, ages, and the need for written parental approval.

United States Army Wellnesney Mbortensen

Baccalaureate Sermon Planned in High School Assembly

Rev A F Chaffee will deliver the baccalaureate sermon in the High School Assembly Room on Sunday. The ceremony is open to the public after the sermon and follows Rev Chaffee's address as the speaker.

A. F. Chaffee Elise Arbondale Whaffee

Local Choir Members Travel to Pleasant Mount Program

The Schuber quarterie of Serinron leads a group en route to Pleasant Mount for a high school program of radialine exercises. Among the members is WD. Bvane, a city resident and lead tenor. Other singers include David Stephens John Watkins and John W. Jones all of Branton.

Schuber Quarterie Serinron Hich WD. Bvane Etty David Stephens John Watkins John W. Jones Branton

Final Demonstration in Cooking Exhibit at Carridale Gas

This afternoon the final demonstra tion in the cooking exhibit at Carridale Gas company will be given in 1 O Connell building on Perk Place. Miss Colling will prepare carrot pie straw orry short cake and mork Charlotte with star d sauce.

Carridale Gas Company O'Connell Perk Liss Colling Ggepman

Auteide Mine Baseball Elevation Team Formed

No. 1 mine organizes a strong baseball team with players Kathcher James Jodgine J. Metracker Will Gaffney Dake and Pappy in key positions as listed in the squad roster.

Atcher Thomas Kanes James Jodgine Therlatop J. Metracker Test Wise Will Gaffney Dake Pappy

Allen's Foot-Base Powder for swollen feet relief

An ad presents Allen's Foot-Base Powder as a remedy for swollen feet and bunions. It claims quick cooling relief, reducing pain and discomfort, and soothing irritated skin. The copy emphasizes easy use and advertised benefits for tired feet and related foot conditions.

JSB ALLEN Ingrmowini Malls Sblagors Cuba

Quarry rivals clash at Pacherly and Lael mines

The report notes players Quinn at third base Gertity at right field Scantons center field McCatin left field and Patrick on ver as they challenge the outside workers at the Pacherly mine or the Lael PRAY mine.

Donation Day at the Hospital Seeks Public Help

A hospital donation day is planned for next Friday at the Emergency department. A committee led by Mrs F Dennis and Mrs Muedisaan invites townspeople to donate items including bedding, towels, dishes, clothing, and kitchenware to support hospital work. Volunteers will collect donations on Marin Street near Lincoln Avenue.

F. Fh Dennis Oernier Marin Street Lincoln

Lettie Finnegan Recovers After Appendicitis Surgery

Lettie Finnegan, long admitted to Pike Street home, recently underwent appendicitis surgery at a hospital. The operation went smoothly, and she is steadily improving with nourishment and medical care, showing a full recovery trajectory.

Rev Thah Whalen Receives Missionary Appointment

Reverend Thah Whalen, pastor of Borean Baptist Church at Carbon dle, was received for missionary work on Sunday morning in the Mech Oddat Tipisemyurlohateh. The sermon focused on service to the mission field and featured a notable contrast with prior local ministers. The event drew encouragement from graduates and their families, with Hawles Correspondent noting the crowd and presence of local youth.

Thah Whalen Borean Baptist Church Carbon Miyge Oddat Tipisemyurlohateh Anu Hawles

Christianity Contrast Series Focusing on Threat Nelletons

A Sunday evening discourse titled Christianity vant Tividuism and the contrast with the threat Nelletons is set to be delivered. The event features My IL Hot WilheisOuske at the Pipat Congres sation and is to be underscored by music led by Chorister Nuytor.

Nuytor

Emergency hospital scene reports patient from Brooklyn street

An unnamed Brooklyn resident was taken to an emergency hospital last night. The report notes a need for Barghial interference to achieve the desired outcome.

Anthony Metiuive Brooklyn Street

Death of Annie Wes Buried in Se Roco Cemetery

Annie, the thirteen daye old child of Mr and Mrs John Wes of Whines enossing, died yesterday morning. Burial will take place this afternoon in Se Roco cemetery.

Annie John Wes Se. Roco Cemetery

Local gallery event on Beath Main Street plans

Fragmentary notice notes Brean property on Beath Main Street hosting a gallery by Alan BeMmeils at Lake Lodore. The readable text hints at an art display but details are unclear.

W Ol. Brean Beath Main Street Alan BeMmeils Lake Lodore

Trouble Among Car Men Sparks Rail Dispute

Reported trouble among car men over discipline and rule violations linked to a shortage of qualified line crews. The dispute centers on Concherar Tighe and Division Superintendent Isetly, with a proposed meeting among conductors and foremen to discuss the rule blamed for the clash.

Concherar Tighe Isetly Wiele Teibune Avag Bolly Plebes Ceneel Mariber Silliman Scranton Sellvy Tie Tad Bern Tie Said Ryonic Visecipline. Nee Comungil Kelly Conduvetors Meformen Ie

Dr Gillis Shows Steady Improvement After Illness

Positive health update from Ty Alor notes Dr Gillis is progressing after a serious attack. He recently dined with his family at the break‑fast table and appears to be improving gradually. Doctors remain cautiously optimistic as recovery continues and discharge preparations are discussed with care.

Simpie

Mad Dog Scare Alarms Carhomdale Community

A reported dog attack yesterday near Thal avenue left a man bruised by canine teeth while his alleged assailant fled. Officials suspect illness or stomach distress in the stray dog tied to a nearby garbage area, prompting sanitary officers to intervene and inspect the scene.

Carhomdale Thal Avenue Wester Hiv Tom Atian Bin Liowick Avenue

Excursion Monday to Lake Lodore by Catholic Benevolent group

The Catholic Benevolent group plans an excursion Monday to Lake Lodore drawing hundreds. Caterer Janet Jd. Gorman of South Main Street directs a bake sale at the event while James Coughlin of the city will be the official baker for the lemon cake. The organizers promise many entertainments and expect strong patronage from attendees.

Lake Lodore Woonen Ohana Janet Jd. Gorman South Main Street James Coughlin Couehliv

Outetlage and Wedding Notices From Old Journal

The text reports the sale and marriage details of local residents. It notes Mise Lizaie Higgins and Alva Morgan wed at Hiove Street and Pike Street in a ceremony described as well attended. It also observes the Rounds family gathering near Uniondale for a 24th wedding anniversary, marking a recent bereavement within the family and listing kinship connections.

Mise Lizaie Higgins Mike Sirpoet Alva Morgan Hiove Street T. FB. Calfer St. Rosephurch Thomas Higgins Pike Street Mer Mire Tlarey Marga Plendricks Zena Old Hontestond Uniondale Pounion

Reunion notices and social events across Carbondale and nearby towns

The article lists attendees at a reunion including William J. Wells and Elmer Rounds among others from Forest City and Carbondale. It notes J. M. Fond elected president and Grant Wells chaplain for the next year, with the next gathering scheduled for the first Wednesday in June 1902. A separate social gathering at Mrs. John McCarthy’s home in Jermyn featured dancing and games with various local attendees and gift exchanges.

Trese William J. Wells Herrick Elmer Rounds Emory Warfield Forest City Elmer Shermar Binghamton Willam Frank Rounda H. A. Stoddar J. B. ‘Tingley Carbondale St Reader J. M. Fond Grant Wells John McCathy Jermyn Toy ¢ Carbondale Young Peanks Mary Cox May Lyneatt Nellie Lynoelt Sarah Gallagher Liste Jordin Katie Connelly Loretta McCloskey Messrs Merton Wheeler Williamn Pass Arthur Pizer Stanley Layman Gieowre Ditmore James McCarthy Ermyn

Jarbondale High School Classes Plan June Reception

The Senior and Junior Classes of Jarbondale High School will host a reception after the school term ends. The event, at Burke's Hall on Tuesday evening, June 18, features the Mozart Orchestra providing music for dancing Milhalland will attend. Each class member may invite two friends. The gathering is highly anticipated among the students.

Cirbendale High School Burke's Hall Tesday Mozart Orchestra Milhalland

Farewell Dance Honors Miss Mabel Carr in Carbondale

Miss Mabel Carr, a society favorite, was honored at a farewell dance hosted by the Friday night class at Burke's hall. A large attendance of Carbondale’s prominent young people celebrated as she leaves today for Dunmore.

Mabel Carr Burke’s Hall Carbondale

Willard Penwarden Recovering After Surgery

Willard Penwarden in Carbondale hospital has returned home and is rapidly recovering, with plans to resume work soon. A drunk man was found on River street and discharged after a hearing before Mayor Brilpatrick. Willian Lutz suffered a crushed arm on the Delaware and Hudson coal train at Pawview. Mr and Mrs Harper depart for Milwaukee to attend the annual convention of the International Association of Railroad Surgeons and visit other sites for a week. Pell township schools closed for the summer with species exercises in most rooms.

Willard Penwarden Carbondale Honesdale Patrolan McAndrew River Street Thuvedas Brilpatrick Willian Lutz Seeleyville Mitchells Delaware and Hudson Pawview Pell Township

Local Briefs and Visiting Notices From Town

Mrs B C Ely is recovering from illness. Miss Mary Creegan visits her brother in Hazleton. Miss May Carden spends Thursday with friends in Scranton. Mrs G oR Knapp of Forest City was a caller Thursday. Mrs A S Lewsley of High street is confined at home by illness. A Weil of the New York and Philadelphia Consignment company returned from a business trip to New York. Mrs PLOW Klfford and two children have left for Moore Oklahoma. Mrs T Chardner of Toledo is visiting her aunt Mrs Charge A Kelley. Chardner is Myrtle Hearns sister. Myrtle will remain a month longer then return home with Chardner.

B.C. Ely Mary Creegan Hazleton May Carden Scranton Or. Knapp Forest City Wis A. S. Lewsley High Street A. Weil New York Plow Klfford Evie Flyer Moore Oklahoma T. Chardner Toledo Ohio Charge A. Kelley Lincoln Avenue Chardner Myrtle Hearn Myrtle

Jermyn and Mayfield Council Proceedings and Local Abuses

The council met late with tardy attendance delaying quorum by nearly an hour. Residents Dr T B Graves and George Mdrmunds complained of cellar flooding after heavy rain and a bid process was ordered to abate it. A mine accident injured Gwilvia Jones at Mayfield and water in a Glenwood shaft caused delays. town business and tax exonerations were noted. A church sermon and hospital update conclude the item.

Radeger Theron Moon Dunn T. B. Graves George Mdrmunds Erie Glenwood Delaware and Tudson Wolkiong Beranton Hospital Phemaa Jopiiu

Peckville Baptist Church Services Announced

Peckville Baptist Church led by Rev Thomas presents morning services at 10 o clock tomorrow with the subject Morning Lesson and a present lay lessons from the church at ovinth Hoyening subject.

Peckville Baptist Church

Peruna Endorsements Flood Editorials and Letters

A flood of letters and editorials praise Peruna as a cure for catarrh and female ailments. Registers and doctors from multiple states tout its effectiveness, with individual testimonials from Elizabeth Williams and others claiming relief and urging use nationwide.

Way of Evil Men Alb class exercises at Memorial chapel

The Bhike ly High School graduating class held Thursday afternoon exercises at Memorial chapel with a program including class history by Marshall Jones recitations by Miss Sherer Brundage and Squire and songs by Arthur Warne. Services at Presbyterian church Sunday announced with morning sermon Taking Christ for Everything and evening topic Conversion.

Bhikely High School Memorial Chapel Marshall Jones Deverted Ihel Sherer Ho Brandage Miss Frances Square Mabel Day Frances Squire Dennie Phillips Anna Friest Clara Gifts Arthur Warne Presbyterian Church Moon Christ

Blakely High School Holds Commencement at Blakely Baptist Church

The Blakely High School commencement was held last evening in Blakely Baptist Church with a large audience. The program included music, essays, and a class-day exercise led by Miss Nellie McCourt and featured graduates such as Michel Lireent Sherer, Jennie May Phillips, Willis Vernon Courtright, and Arthur Hodge Warne among others.

Blakely High School Blakely Baptist Church Lilkeby David Spencer Jeli Baws Brundage Mabel Mand Day Floren Stuart Marshall Civey Dones Eahel Lucena Sherer Cornet Asthon Willis Vernon Courtright Es Rus Mer Bitachoe Slagestas Annie Wilmot Mediaw Cenhure Gravey Williamst Mareh Natser Feeidvich Prelemann Ehicf Michel Lireent Sherer Jennie May Phillips Wonie Wile Priest Pearl Elipira Paulage Mabel Maud Day Frances Both Fquler Willis Vernon

Local School Board Elects Officers in Fleetville

In Fleetville the new school board met in the afternoon and elected officers: President A W W Baiwidage, Secretary Abram Kennedy, Treasurer Chester Poster. The school term remains eight months with the same tax as last year. J W Tiffany spent days in Harrisburg on business. Residents near Hanesburg pond enjoy festive life as harvest continues.

A. W W. Baiwidage Abram Kennedy Rensurer Chester Poster J. W. Tiffany Harrisburg Hanebsc

Fragmentary Silent Veterans Parade Report

An OCR fragment notes Mrs Wii Fleet and Mrs William Mo Hobbie in a household event with music. It mentions entertainment for men and women and a piano recital by Apr, with various tunes and a town scene at dusk. The text is garbled but hints at a local social gathering with performances.

SwoVan Wii Fleet William Mo Hobbie

Waverly Notices Funeral and Local Street Work Updates

Waverly residents hear of Mrs ddosoph burial in North Abie, with funeral held at her son’s home. Local events include Reverend Midis addressing the Epworth Team at the Methodist church on Batinea evening. Street repairs resume on Depa and Park, with fresh paint and sidewalk work underway.

Ddosoph Ar Penibere Pelidd Tel Nnd North Abie Ana Tiene Art Midis Viu Monts Christian Levinton Batinea Stooges Pdnoris Chath & Parkees Ile Mayehviet Mayehviet’s, Is Unw Dn Work Ime Andor. Aone Sperma Walle) Mhaeey Purdon Dprepet

Weird Wedding Notes Timidly Sketches Thames Krewe Scene

A garbled local item recounts a wedding at Thames Krewe with scattered names and places. The fragmentary text hints at a ceremony, participants, and surrounding happenings near an overhead bridge and central area, but readable specifics are limited.

Fashion Notes in New York Style and Shade Shades

Fashion notes describe New York style with grey tones, charcoal and green accents. The piece mentions thin silhouettes, shiny textiles, and decorative elements across garments, hinting at a dainty confection in progress.

Fashionable evening gowns from Marymount show remarkable detail

The description surveys attire with blue and green silks, white taffeta, and velvet trims. It notes a long draped skirt, bodice ornamentation, and lavish jewelry while detailing gowns from crape mistel to Ver beriaeny blends.

Sveen the Sapien Postedoon Ginaik Dee Avery Uae Garenow Pilver Broad Ee Perez Lowe Collers Steven Atte Olte Faehion

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