Tribune opens Wilkes-Barre branch to boost circulation
The Tribune announces a Wilkes-Barre office at 99 Laning Building to expand regional news coverage in Luzerne county. The publishers aim to deliver Northeastern Pennsylvania news three to five hours ahead of Philadelphia and New York papers, promoting strong editorial advocacy.
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Tribune
Laning
Bn Wilkes-Barre
Ilken-Barre
Luzerne County
Wilkes-Barre
Wyoming Valley
Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
New York
Oratorio Society Suffers Loss From Wilkes-Barre Festival
The Oratorio Society reports a deficit near $2,000 from a two day festival in Wilkes-Barre. Poor attendances for the Beagons and Seasons productions left bills unpaid despite a large outlay for orchestra adjudicators and soloists. The group announces a citywide subscription drive to cover debts and vows to improve future performances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oratorio Society
Wilkes-Barre
Wilkes- Barre
Billy
German Catholic convention to meet in Wilkes-Barre next week
The German Catholic Association will hold its annual convention in Wilkes-Barre on Monday Tuesday and Wednesday with delegates from Lehighton Catasauqua Ashland Girardville Shenandoah Minersville Tremont and others. Sessions Monday evening and Tuesday sessions lead to a grand parade on Wednesday and a banquet at St Conrad's hall. Speakers include Judge Gunster Rev A Schweninger and Rev Koeber. The St Nicholas St Josephs St Peters St Conrads and St Francis from Wilkes-Barre participate with five city societies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkes-Barre
Lehighton
Catasauqua
Ashland
Girardaville
Shenandoah
Minersville
Tremont
Carbondale
Honesdale
Scranton
Pittston
Nanticoke
Allentown
Bethlehem
Easton
Pottsville
Hazleton
St. Nicholas
St. Joseph's
St. Peter's
St. Conrad's
St. Francis
St. Conrad's Hall
Gunster
A. Schweninger
New York
Rev. Koeber
Williamsport
A. Miller
Cleveland
Orphans’ Fund
Washington Street
Ross
South Main
Washington
Northampton
Malin
Square
West Market
Franklin
Union
North Main
Mountain Park
Philip Weiss
Jacob Miller
Peter Krants
George Achwesinger
Honedale
August Grosner
This City
John Becker
Thin City
A. Korven
Theodore Geiger
Edward Schwelbirz
Match Chunk
R. Retzbach
Erie
Graduation Exercises at Harry Hillman Academy
Last evening the Harry Hillman academy held graduation exercises with the school orchestra, glee club singing, and an oration on Alexander Hamilton by BH D. Johnson. George F. Lazarus read the close history, Ralph Carpenter performed violin, Louis Weaver read the clase poem, and W. D. White Jr read the clase paper. Principal H. C. Davia presented diplomas, Rev. W. H. Gwift of Honesdale gave the address, and prizes were awarded as friends and relatives looked on. The room was well decorated and the event enjoyed by the attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harry Hillman Academy
Glee Club
D. Johnson
Alexander Hamilton
George F. Lazarus
Raliph Carpenter
Louis 8 Weaver
W. D. White, Jr
H. C. Davia
W. H. Gwift
Honesdale
Hante
Alice Phillips Surrenderes After Delayed Court Appearance
A report notes Alice Phillips surrendered after weeks since her arrest. Mrs Stewart guaranteed her appearance at court earlier but later withdrew that support and did not provide security.
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Alice Philips
Alice Phillips
Mrs. Stewart
Miss Phillips Secures Bail By Deposit In Adjoining Case
Mrs Stewart agreed to delay custody after Miss Phillips arranged bailed for her by depositing $600 with her attorney. The attorney released the prisoner as Mrs Stewart surrendered her, fearing Alice might flee after selling all her property prior to the incident.
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Miss Phillips
Mrs. Stewart
Herberty
Alice
Prize Fight Stopped by Ninth Ward Officials
Alderman James J. Thomas and ex-Alderman Jerry Rooney intervened to halt a planned prize bout between Walter Johnson and Henry Miller in a Lincoln Street barn. Rooney, though lame, helped corral sixteen combatants to Thomas's office where the alderman spoke against prize fighting and the bets were voided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James J. Thomas
Ninth Ward
Jerry Rooney
Ninth
Walter Johnson
Henry Miller
Lincoln Street
Queensbury
Miller
Alderman Thomas
Alderman Rooney
Rooney
Thomas
Tke Horatius
Mr. Thomas
Squire Rooney
Disorder at North Fell street ends with mayoral hearing
Mrs Eager alleges two young men Lee and Eaty harassed her. Carr fights with them, Officer Smith intervenes. Lee fined 2.60 for indecent language Carr 3.50 for fighting. Mrs Eager pays Carr. Enty discharged. Jacob Cohen and wife face wife beating claims with disputed accounts. Both bail to keep the peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eager
North Fell Street
Lee
Eaty
Carr
Smith
Enty
Jacob Cohen
Cohen
Miner Josef Zapka Killed by Sulphur Bell at No 6 Elop
Yesterday morning Joseph Zapka a 35 year old Hungarian miner was instantly killed at No 6 elope when a sulphur bell fell on him crushing him. He leaves a widow and three children.
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Joseph Zapka
No. 6
Court House Injunction Delayed in Chambers
The injunction against the commissioners to restrain them from letting the contract for the new court house came up yesterday morning in chambers before Judge Rice and was continued indefinitely. It was generally supposed that the case would be argued.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas F. Quigley
George Berren
Co. B. Dana
Wilkes-Barre City
Dana Place
Mary B. Jones
Herman Engl
Friedlander & Co
Engle
Max Fieidlander
Quigley
Burgers Bergen
Miner's Milla
Rice
Noa
Lynch
W. H. Hines
Cosgrove
Kingston Coal Company
Kingston Flats
Court House
Chambers
Semi-Pro Wilkes-Barre Beats Scranton 6 to 1
The Wilkes-Barre semi pro team defeated Scranton 6 to 1 in a Wednesday game. The day’s events also include local baseball at Athletic Park and various community notices.
Local Corrections and Society Notes from Pittston
James Toss noted as a diligent compositor for the Gazette moves to Pittston on a case. Rumors of a new hotel at Lake Carey on the Polmer house site follow a burned building years ago. A Salvation Army camp meeting may occur in Starkville summer, Miss Mary Hahn visits, and local families host visitors. Open air gospel meetings planned at Bedford Park beginning June 30 with three Sunday services and nightly events. Bucknell commencement draws attention while a judiciary contest and circus compete for crowds. A 10 pound girl born to Dr. E. H. Will brings cheerful news.
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James Toss
Democratt
Pittston
Gazette
Lake Carey
Polmer House
Jimmie
Salvation Army
Starkville
Mary Hahn
Meshoppen
T. B. Crawford
Jermyn
W. D. Crawford
C. A. Hungerford
Henning
Harrison Street
Holland
Methodist Conference
Tlogw
Bridge Streets
Bedford Park
C. Hodge
Presbyterian Church
Bucknell University
BE. H. Will
Pittston Notes Report Local Meetings and Developments
Pittston column outlines a Broad Street Presbyterian church meeting under YMCA auspices with J C Manning and Rev B E Eckel. It covers local business shifts, train news, a coroner verdict on Frank Davitt, new store plans by George F Buss, and social events at the Broad Street Methodist church along with assorted ads and notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Broad Street Presbyterian Church
Young Men's Christian Association
J. C. Manning
BE. HH. Eckel
Trinity Episcopal Church
Trinity Episcopal Choir
J. H. Ricketts
North Malh At
J.C. Manning
John Williams
New York City
Dr. Ross
Ada
Scotland
Conn
Richard Howell
Coxton Yard
Lehigh Valley Railroad
Wilkes-arre
Sayre
Broad Street Methodist Episcopal Church
Christian Endeavor Society
Pennsylvania Coal Company
Broad Street
Frank Davitt
Perkins
Wilkes- Barre
Squire Gibbons
Davitt
W. F. Moyer & Bro
North Main Street
John F. Dills
Duryen
F. B. Dills
Florence Coal Company
Dupont
Marey Cemetery
Vienna
G. .K Houser
Bethlehem
Oscar Dayvenport
Cliff Street
Music Hall
George F. Buse
Blanche
Dennis Mulcahey
Frothingham Street
George F. Buss
Mathews
Brown
Teviot Suitings Promote Versatile Golf and Walking Cloth
Connolly and Wallace advertise Teviot Suitings as superior wash fabrics ideal for golf tennis and cycling. They promise wide appeal and affordable prices with designs and quality ensuring satisfaction. A note mentions selling ten lots on Columbia avenue by Arthur Frotringlam.
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Columbia Avenue
Arthur Frotringlam
University lecture series and advertising tour announced
An item outlines University of Virginia summer law lectures running twelve weeks starting August 24 and a May to August public open air stereopticon tour by Minor. It also promotes War Pictures by Frank Loake, book advertisements, and University of Pennsylvania entrance examinations to be held in Scranton on June 17 and 18 under Walter H. Bowl, with additional contact details.
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Jane
Ini
Charlottesville
Jorn D. Minor
University of Pennsylvania
Scranton
School of the Lackawanna
Jefferson Avenue
Walter H. Bowl
George 8Allerton
Colle University of Pennsylvania
West Philadelphia
Professional Cards Featured in Scranton Ad Page
A compilation of professional notices including physicians surgeons architects and loan officers plus local business listings. Names such as DR. A Gergard Dran DR. Kay Edward H. Davis Walter Hancock Brown Morris and firms like Republic Savings and Loan Bauer's Orchestra Megarges Brothers appear alongside addresses and hours reflecting a period classified style.
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Edward H. Davis
M&m
Commonwealth Building
Beranton
Also Mentioned on This Page
Edmund Wideman
Anthony Wideman
Magdalena Blaum
Barbara Hrader
Christiana Reiser
Louise Hines
Charlotte Wideman
Charles Witeman
Mary Kosenbach
Anthony
Wilkes- Barre Grand Opera House Company
William J. Harvey
A. BR. Brundage
Liddon Filck
A. K. Brundage
H. H. Harvey
Walter Roberts
Leo W. Long
John Hutchins
Lucine English
Wyoming
James Devers
Jenkins
Charles Croll
John Kuna
Porter
Louis A. Ruckert
Martha V. Rickert
Herman Boetticher
William Karpowicz
Butler Township
David Neilson
Anna G. Reilly
Samuel
Jacob Sherer
John Cunfer
Stewart Christman
Ashley
Diamond Coal Land Company
Henry Sippel
Marry Hill Academy
Glen Lyon
Wyoming Seminary
Atthletic Park
Charles Long
Northampton Street
Fred Chase
Lehigh Valley Coal Company
Wyoming Avenue
Dorranceton
Barring
McSweeney
O'Brien
Canada
Windish
Little Red Cross
King's Daughters
T. H. Atherton
River Street
George Russell
Lizzie Davies
Sheridan Street
Charles McKuchine
Luzerne
T. C. Harkness
Sons of Veterans
John Anderson
Empire
Mr. Anderson
Beranton Tribune
H. W. Cruner
Williams Street
Swangs
Dr. Swayne & Son
The
Washington Star
van Daub
H. B. Hottinger
Indianapolis
Ind
Detchon
Chri “Loréns
Lackawanna Avenue
Turnquent
Washington Avenue
P. W. i. Pueeheom Siccesseeeerseees
Pivmouen Peeseseneseeses
Fae Beeeekenee
Eeweaee
Connolly & Wallace
Advanch
U. S. Chemical Works
Chicago
City
Proto
Ndseen Willias HM
Platt
Elinatront
Amden
N. J
Borden Block
Eee
DENT
Soreaimen
J. LD Ward Cowles & Co
Chambers Street
Tripp
Adams
JAS
Mango Chemical Company
John Street
E Tirgler Bower
Delta
York County
Bath
Vine Atroat
L. M. Horto
Commonwealth
Motorate Pricum
Akhington
Adama Avenue
Ooms
D. B
Spruce Street
Akiin Avenue
Gota
Fehalonle
Nir Carson & Davies
Por
West Lackawanna Avenue
Addrew Raomas E. Evans
Hyde Park
John Jermyn
Harvey's Lake
Lamerne
County
Valenhie
Osborne
K Upant Street
Jror
W. M. Jermyn
Pricebury
Factoryville
Sanderson Avenue
Green Hideo
MT. D. Farnham
Hroaker Atroot
OL LL LP AE
Pal Pao
Saint Mark's Mission
Dunmore
Brown & Morris
Woshington Avenue
J. B. Bronson
Theo
Noel
Wantei
Columbia Chemical Co
Dearborn St
Ill
America
Itc
Aluminua Novelty CO
Broadway
Hinde
Haie
P.A. Box
Dks
Boston
Masa
Saleamen
Klug M Fg. Co
D. 61
E. A
N. Rebecca Avenue
Medical College
Momcow
A.T
Price Street
Medical
Chichester
Piratuil
Hare
Morcornu & Connell's
University OF Virginia
Frank Loako
Addrous
O. MC
Adams Ave
Boranton
Lane
Tam Fea
Eatray
A Gergard
Gust Spr
Bsomanton
Wat Venesive
Court Home Square
Kay
Ee Penn
Ave
Phil
Indianapolis Journal
A. J. Connell
Francke
Vine At
W. B. Allen
Washington _avenus
L. Frey
Soulence
Dr. L. M
Offica Hou
Linence
Mdadl- Kon Avenue
Jessups & Hand
Tne
Horace E. Hand
W. H. Jessup
James W. Oakford
Common
William A. Taft
C. Laubach
R. M. Stratton
Office Coal Exchange
Sprahton
re=quest
Thomas M. Cann
Walter H. Buell
Miss Worcesten
Bohol
Adame Avenue
Grand Union Tea CO
Jones Bros
Lin Avenue
P. Zirgler
Republic Savings and Loan Association
Callender
Dime Bante
Jos, Kuel, Fib Lackawann Avenue
Scranton, Pa
Leeds
ISG
BR. Clark & CO
Green House
North Main Avenue
Ston
a _ BAUER
RK. J. Bauer
Hulberts Mubile
Megarges Brothers
Warenoin
Gahington Ave
Beranon
Frank P. . Brown
Gale Darlore
Anil Oll
West Lackawanna Ave
Thomas Aubrey
Bapuns
Hame
Postofica
Rex
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