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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 16, 1900

Page

11

West Scranton social event draws young society crowd

A large gathering of West Scranton's young society attended a mid summer dance at the Electric City Wheelmen club house last evening. The event featured white duck attire, dance sets, and live music by five of Lawrence's musicians.

Electric City Wheelmen Lawrence George Thantels A. G. Davin Maward Moree Amrve Joeepn Thorert Diehl Gos Wellness Robert Lindsley Walter BR. Tavis Howard Wiliaina Nelson Teets Robert Petts Walter James Willis Sweet Faward Davia Frank DePue Prenk Matthews Frank Jones Tiavdnvans Elmer Crane Benjamin T. Renshaw Charles Davis Bart Hollister Th. Fern Arch Brown Lester Morse Kk. G. Haskell F. OG Grace Devine Elmer Crone Farl Hollister Anna Price Jennie Price Lillian Morris Tete Williams Mise Knapp Mre Wilson Miss Morse Mise Wilson Dora Thing Fila Shaw

Mt Pleasant Strikers Settle Talks With Officials

Superintendent Neale and Poreman Wilson met a Mt Pleasant strike committee at the mine to seek a settlement after hours of discussion. Officials offered 75 cents per foot for rock work and proposed nine cars to one keg of powder, but could not agree on thirteen to one. Officials will review the books to see if the nine cars option can be granted.

Neale Poreman Wilson Mt. Pleasant

Settlement Hinge of Strike Talks May Resume Work

The settlement of the strike hinges on the upcoming meeting this evening. If an agreement is reached, work will be resumed Monday morning.

Branch post office to open at 1110 Jackson Street

Washington reports a new branch post office will open July 1 in the 1110 Jackson Street building owned by Mrs. D. M. Jones. The site features a side driveway and rear entrance for carrier access, with John H. Phillips supervising. the West Side board of trade backed the move with Congressman Connell and Commissioner Powderly support.

Washington Jackson Street Mra. D. M. Jones Main Avenue Simon Schoen John H. Phillips West Side Board of Trade Congressman Connell Powderly

Milman to preach second sermon on Joseph at Lum mer Avenue Church

Rev Frank J Milman will deliver his second sermon in the Joseph series at Lum mer Avenue Presbyterian tomorrow evening starting 6 o clock. The subject is In Prison but Still Serving God. A mothers meeting was held yesterday at Kindergarten School No 19.

Frank J. Milman Joseph Lummer Avenue Presbyterian Church Sch Norma Nichols Gborn William Rush Lafayette Street Thomas Jenkins Albany N. Y Evan J. Davis South Main Avenue Teatrice Williams North Garfield Avenue Jennie Beddoe Isaac Evans North Main Avenue Beddoe James St. Leo's Battalion Laurel Hill Park And Frank Harrison Paterson

Social notes and gatherings across Philadelphia and Scranton

A roundup of visits and events includes Boston, Syracuse, and New York residents stopping by Philadelphia homes. social gatherings feature ice cream socials for Pride of 05 lodge, a funeral service for Lemuel Nichols Will at 128 South Everett avenue, and a later luncheon. The Times correspondent attends a New York relative’s funeral, while a Royal Arcanum visit in Lackawanna council follows a fraternal smoker. Baseball plans involve Lackawanna car accountants’ office staff versus West Side Reserves on Browns grounds.

Arthur Reese Dell Beers Harry Conklin North Hyde Park Avenue Misses Mary Anderson Margaret Hughes Minnie Roberts Mable Greenwood May Dorsey Grace Reed May Suydam Hattie Golden Cora Hallet Myrtle Beemer Main Avenue Scranton Street Do. M. Storm the Times New York Bouze Royal Arcanum Lackawanna Council S. J. Storm Detroit Mich Cora C. Storm North Lincoln Avenue Lackawanna Car Accountants West Side Browns Stenner William KR. Lewis North Main Avenue Daniel Davis Brazil Ind David J. Davis South Hyde Park Avenue

Green Ridge Social Roundup and Nearby Travel

Frark Watts of Glenbury visits Green Ridge friends while Jon Garrett journeys from Green Ridge to Hensel. Mrs Alfred Thomason leaves Monngavon for New York and Atlantic City with plans to attend a national car service convention. Flor Nettleton returns from Clifter Springs with news of Mr Nettleton’s health. Mrs W W Patterson visits from Philadelphia. Jesse Fuller and Augustus Sicner wed in Pewnaville with local response. church and social circles note her Downeville residence. The Gadics Aid meets at the home of FE Reynolds. visitors from Ca Ponte Avenue, Newark join events. A C G C P O youth band performed in Stranton High School’s music course, with Nettle Lawrence hosting on Delaware Street. croquet and lawn games followed by refreshments.

Frark Watts Glenbury Green Ridge Jon. Garrett Hensel Alfred GC. Thomason Monngavon New York City Atlantic City Thomeoon Car Service Small Tigers Onl Downeville Mee J. Reynolds Sanderson Mra CC. B. Stipemaker Caponte Avenue Feetoryville Ti. Bartram Sucquihhanna G. Minshall Newark N. JL C. EB. Toby Capone Avenue C. GC. P.O Indica Stranton Olve Mix Nettle Lawrence Delaware Street Pirnce Atherton Isabelle Feinberg Evelyn Gates Julia Henwood Floy Kintner Florence Nye Lelia Woodruff

Providence Presbyterian ladies host reception in North Scranton

North Scranton Providence Presbyterian church members and friends attended an indoor reception in the church parlor last evening. Guests enjoyed musical numbers from Mira Lillian Simpson and the Gonzal orchestra, with Miss Phoebe Smith and Mrs Frank Norton singing. ice cream cake and coffee were served at the end.

Providence Presbyterian Church Ross and Pole Mira Lillian Simpson Gonzal Mise Phoebe Smith Frank Norton Tew Me. G. Neaditg Chueh Ave Naval Academy Eatward Paul Marlett Diamond Avenue Viaieing Fricade Kimbnet

Third Anniversary Program of General Grant Commandery

In Hartman’s Hall South Scranton the General Grant commandery No. 240 Knights of Malta marked its third anniversary with a polished entertainment. Four girls in red gowns performed a motion song, other acts included recitations by Miss Kibler and Miss Wirth, a baritone solo by Mr. Shuge, and phonograph selections. The event, instituted June 12 1897, has 126 members in good standing and thriving financially.

Hartman Pittston Avenue General Grant Commandery Knights of Malta Alice Schneider Maud Geschwindt Tda Kibler Nettie Wirth G. H. Frichel H. V. Levert H. V. Stock B.C. J. BE. Evans Master G Herbert Williams Four Girls

South Scranton YWCA Loy alty club party and Bible class close

The Loyalty club of the South Scranton YWCA hosted a large party with songs dialogues and recitations followed by refreshments. The Junior Bible class held closing exercises on the association lawn for about 155 girls with a German recitation songs and solos. A concert is planned for June 24 by Miss Timberman and pupils with Edith Norton assisting. tickets are on sale through association members.

Loyalty Club South Scranton Y P. Greiner Bielheim Hartman Jessie Hagen Alma Smith Tillie Zeigler Misses Hagen Rent Schler A. Schuler South Scranton Y. W. ¢. A Association Margaret Hiller Tillie Games Harry Humphrey Emma Martha Kirnacher Emily Jones Jennie Conners Leverse Peony Kathe Troster Erin South Side Young Women's Christian Association Miss Timberman Misa Edith Norton

Birthday Reception at Mrs. Gable House on Frying Avenue

A birthday reception was held at the home of Mrs. J. Gable on Frying Avenue Thursday evening. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Jones, Mr. and Mrs. Denemack, Mr. and Mrs. Misner, Mr. and Mrs. Crouse, Mr. and Mrs. Rubatahall, Mr. and Mrs. Welsman, Mr. and Mrs. Gschwindt, Mr. and Mrs. Kibler, Mrs. A. Himeback of Milton Pa., Mrs. Hammer, Mrs. Linn, Mrs. Mary McManey, Miss Lena Welsman, and Mr. A. Jeffries. Refreshments followed at a seasonable hour.

J. Gable Frying Avenue

South Side kindergarten outing raises funds at Navy Aug park

A large crowd enjoyed games and a midday lunch at Navy Aug park during the South Side kindergarten annual outing, which netted a substantial sum for next year’s school maintenance. The Cedar Avenue Methodist Episcopal Junior League plans its second anniversary June 26 with a phonograph concert ticketed at ten cents. A four year old boy narrowly escaped injury after falling from a brewery wagon at Cherry street and gutter crossing, suffering only minor bruises. A. J. Mulderiy of Pittston Avenue returned from the Ancient Order of Hibernians convention in Mahanoy City, praising the treatment. At the convention, Donovan of Scranton was chosen state vice-president.

South Side Navy Aug Park Cedar Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church James Keller Ceday Avenue Cherry Street A. J. Mulderiy Pittston Avenue Ancient Order of Hibernians Mahanoy City Donovan, E.q Scranton

Personal notes from the South Side and Brooklyn visits

William Welch of the South Side visits friends in Brooklyn. F H Slocum of Hickory street suffers from tonsillitis. Mr and Mrs George Schantz of Alder street visit friends in New York City. Camp 430 Patriotic Order Sons of America drum corps plans an outing Sunday to Kleinscholte Park.

William Welch South Side Brooklyn F. H. Slocum Hickory Street George Schantz Alder Street New York City Patriotic Order Sons of America Kleinscholte Park

Pea Coal Delivered to South Side and Hyde Park

Coal price set at 1.25 per ton delivered to South Side central city and central Hyde Park. Orders directed to J. T. Piarkey at 1914 Cedar Ave phone 6693.

Pea Coal South Side Central City Hyde Park J. T. Piarkey Cedar Ave

Obituary Notices for Margaret W Shannon and James Ketrick

Obituary notices report the death of Mrs Margaret W Shannon yesterday at the residence of her daughter Mire Laubach on Vine Street aged 61 interment at Knowlton New Jersey set for Monday morning. James Ketrick son of Martin Ketrick of Dunmore died last night at the home of Andrew Davitt in North Scranton arrangements pending completion.

Margaret W. Shannon Mire Laubach Vine Street Pinel Earvier Knowlton N. J James Ketrick Martin Ketrick Dunmore Andrew Davitt North Scranton

Local Delegates Attend Mahonoy City Convention

Minooka and nearby delegates from the local branch attended the state convention at Mahonoy City last week. Remo of Georgetown University is home on vacation. Conboy and his niece Bet Huth Joyon have a touring engagement with the Keystone Dramatic company starting next month in Altoona Texas.

Keystone Dramatic Company Scranton Serson Altoupa

Church Services Tomorrow Across Local Congregations

The Presbyterian church will host Rev. George EF Guild and Rev. W F Gibbons at morning and evening services with topics The Mercy of God and related sermons. Methodist Episcopal Church features A J Van Cleft speaking on The Captain of the Ark of God and Is Christian Science Christian. Tripp Avenue Christian Church lists Sunday school at 10, morning service at 11 and 7 45 evening with Bible topics.

George EF. Guild Providence Presbyterian Church Presbyterian Church Providence W. F. Gibbons New A. J. van Cleft Methodist Episcopal Church Bil Tripp Avenue Christian Church J. D. Dabney J. L. Kreamer

Dog Catchers Begin Duty This Morning

Officer McGrail and four assistants start duty as dog catchers this morning. Woe betide un muzzled dogs in the coming weeks. Ash Street Methodist Episcopal church Ladies Aid plans ice cream and cake in the grove this afternoon and evening with a social. Mrs Frank Fuhr and children of Grove street are in New York City.

Mitchell Bicycles Offer Cash Price At $20.00

Bittenbender & Co. advertises Mitchell bicycles with a selling price of $15.00 but a cash price of $20.00 at 126 and 128 Franklin Avenue. The ad claims Every Wheel Guaranteed and presents the $20.00 cash price repeatedly.

Mitchell Bittenbender & Co Franklin Avenue

Concert Program At Speedway Hotel This Afternoon

This afternoon at 3 o clock Bauer's band performs a concert at the Speedway hotel in connection with the races. The programme includes Malheur overture Cyrano de Bergerac selections and a medley. The event features works by Murch and Mackle among others.

Bauer Speedway Murch Miaileil Mackle Cone Union Porover Sanessewesenn

No Department Store Offer Mitch ell bicycles for cash

Bittenbender and Co. offer 600 Mitch ell bicycles at 20 dollars each in cash sale. The bikes are described as first class in every detail and worth 15 dollars, with location at 126 and 128 Franklin avenue.

Mitchell Bittenbender & Co Franklin Avenue

Donas Long's Sons Shoes Offer at Cut-Price Sale

The sale advertises five hundred pairs of men's shoes in dongola and vici kidskin with patent leather tips. McKay sewing promises stronger construction and the store guarantees satisfaction with money back offer. Ready at 2 o'clock today. Prices listed are three to five dollars now reduced to 1.90 per pair.

McKay

Sale on remaining sheet music titles ends today

Last of the lot goes on sale at 50c sheet music with hundreds of vocal and instrumental titles. If brisk, items may sell out quickly. Mail orders accepted for any quantity. No exchanges offered. We will fill orders by mail for all quantities.

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Great Selling Of Fine Millinery Between Seasons

Seasonal millinery sale highlights deep cuts on flowers and trimmings. Roses drop from 1.50 to 0.68, chiffon flowers from 0.75 to 0.39, chrysanthemums from 0.09 to 0.39, and other trims reduced accordingly. Hats and untrimmed Ladysmith styles also feature marked price reductions.

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Big Sale of Writing Papers by Scott Paper Company

The Scott Paper Company offers its surplus stock of this season's paper goods at unusually low prices. Includes various box papers, envelopes, and unit packs with many assortments and colors, available Saturday with substantial savings.

Scott Paper Company

Cheap Copyright Books at Ftalky Co Scranton

The store touts 99c to 1.50 titles with vast selection and mail orders add 10 cents postage. Newest works from Kipling Tarkington Churchill Doyle and more are offered in immense quantities at low prices, with limits of one title per customer.

Scranton Ftalky & Co Kipling Gentleman Indiana Tarkington Litthe Bermuda Maria Louise Pool The Garden of Fdeon Blanch Purcion Kelly Andrew Lang Resurrection Savrola Winston Churchill Blondwoman Morah Ryan Arlo Bates Children of the Mint Phillpotts Sophia Stanley Wey Rman Kingdom To Colony Trevereaux Prisoners of Hope Conan Doyle Red Rock Leopard—Wells Back Wolf Dickson Hop Max Pemberton Forest Lovers Hewlett

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