Local News and Society Notes From Wilkes-Barre Region
The article notes wedding ceremonies and receptions in Wilkes-Barre with families and friends, including Miss Ellen McKeon and Miss Melinda McKeon marrying M. EB Marley and EB Brolley by Rev Father Donahoe. It also mentions a Wilkes-Barre Base Ball Club game versus Toronto, and the funeral of Past Master George S. Richmond of Wyoming lodge with burial in Wyoming cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mehu
Ellen McKeon
Melinda McKeon
M. EB. Marley
EB. Brolley
Father Donahoe
Plymouth
Bridget McGourty
East Market Street
Scott Street
Wilkes-Barre
Toronto
George 8. Richmond
Wyoming Lodge
Philadelphia
Wyoming Cemetery
Grand Opera House hosts St Marys school program closing year
An immense audience attended the Grand Opera House performance by St Marys students. The program featured diplomas and medals, choral pieces, operetta, and a Brownies in Ireland scene. Bishops and clergy attended, and the event earned praise for music and education.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Mary's
Sisters of the Immacuhite Treart
Scranton
Sisters of Malfikredt
Gelestra
Togeth
Bishop Kara
Km. A. McAndrew
T. J. Donohoe
Plymouth
J. P.O’ Maney
Kingston
Gerald McMurray
Dunmore
AL KY
Crane
Avocs
Kelman
Parsona
P. J. McManus
Cirren Hide
Carroll
L. Gallagher
M Casey
Farrell
M. Cilimey
R- Markey
Mt. Clark
Rev
Bhahgp
Migs & Mundy
Maud Josephine Campbell
Elizabeth
Babes
Ss. Smith
Gertrude‘aasidy
Brownies
Ireland
Little Boya
Maud Campbell
Bernardo del Curpir
Nellie McGill
Lalla
Talla
A. Duffy
M. Sheridan
Ilalia
Queen
Fairies
G. Cassidy
G. Melan
M. Campbell
Thomas Brett
M. Wivell
Lo Meher
M. Cul- Tum
A. Mumiy
Gagion
M. O'Hara
Sultan
M. Gibney
A. Cahill
N. Rowan
Mastera C. Gagion
Charles Gritman
LL. Sheridan
Charles Heffarnan
LL. O'Neill
Columbia
Goddess of Liberty
M. Sheridan Angel
Magn Mf
Buckley
St. Columba
Stark
J. Walsh
Marion Waltz
Dianece
Migges M. Campbell
Reuben
Charles Gritmant
West End Polkw
de Albert
A. Cosgrove
G. Hart
H. Dun
P. King
A. Hopkins
B. MacKenna
Colton
Longfellow Viledictory
Mise A. Mulray
Mister Maud Josephine Campbell
Gertrude Roll
Anna Regina Cahill
Cecula Matte Duggan
Anna Celestine Murray
Margaret Ann Clark
Gertrude Matte Caneldy
Margaret Teresa Gibbey
Rose Edith Markey
Helen Reela Gallagher
Rt. They
Bishop O'Hara
Miss Mundy
Pather McAndrew
Longfellow
Academy
A Great Parade Graces Wilkes-Barre Street Scene
State convention of German Catholic societies concluded with a grand parade through Wilkes-Barre. Early morning processions featured bands including the Ninth Regiment Band and Allen Town Band. Spectators watched uniformed members of the Pioneer corps perform on the asphalt streets in a lively, well organized event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilkes-Barre
Handa
Wilkene
Allentown
Pioneer Corps
German-American Parade Displays Flags Across Lehigh Valley
A German society parade, marching from Carbondale to Mountain Park, featured divisions from Honesdale to Lehighton and beyond. Marshals led bands from St. Josaph and St. Nicholas to Luzerne and Plymouth as spectators praised the liberal American flag display and the gala civic spirit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pallee Pores
Cilef
Frank E H. Helfrich
Aldwin J. Glasser
Nicholas Glasser
Leo Leng
David Laufer
Honesdale
Carbondale
Band
Scranton
Pittston
Avoca
Parsons
J. W. Kekenrodt
Alden
Joseph Celeer
Joseph Knorr
William Ney
August Kronauer
Plane
Allentown
Bethlehem
Easton
Hund
Catasauqua
Shenandoah
Land
Lehighton
Churchville
Mouth Chunk
Mahanoy City
Ashland
St. Clair
Mineraville
Ress
Main
Marshal
Magne Geariner
Alde
Nicholas Nlein
Charles Helfrich
JW. Wagsher
Nicholia Welss
Wand
St. Francis Ploweer Corps
St. Conrad's Morclety
Bi. Peters
St. Josaph
St. Nicholas
Nantheoke
Luzerne
Plymouth
Society
America
Hiesouletles
Central Depot
Mountain Park
Wilkes-Barre
Williams Trial Relates Murder of Chapman
Captain James Wiha stands trial as the case advances with testimony from Chapman’s mother, witnesses describing the confrontation, and Detective Eckert detailing the gun and clothing found at Williams cabin. The defense asserts self defense citing Chapman’s trespass and assault with a stone, leaving Williams to allege imminent danger.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Wiha
William Chapman
Lynch
Noah Williams
Chapmans
Chapman
Williams
Wilims
Chapmain
William Cease
Eckert
Galing
Nanticoke
Smith
Wagida Plymouth
Wilkes- Barre
Chapman Alain
Cort
Early Morning Wedding at St Nicholas Church
John William Morris and Mise Emma Schappert were united in marriage at 7 45 yesterday morning in St Nicholas church. Nuptial mass with Rev Father Nagle as celebrant and Father Beichinger as afalstamt drew a large gathering of relatives and friends. The bride wore a blue and tan traveling outfit with matching hat, attended by her cousin Misk Hochberg. The groom was supported by his brother James L Morris of Piltaton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John William Morris
Mise Emma Schappert
St. Nicholas’ Church
Father Nagle
Father Beichinger
Misk Hochberg
Indies
James L. Morris
Piltaton
Tremendous Bid Sparks County Treasury Groping For funds
A county order for 422 dollars payable to the Barring-MeSweeney defective agency was honored by County Treasurer Reed. Officials report a large sum flowing into the treasury, leaving about 20 000 dollars still on hand before the agency payout. The article notes prior payments for apprehending Dariey Helck and hints at witness and legal fees. The piece also covers Fourth of July events and a charity shooting contest at West Side Park with entrants from Lackawanna and Luzerne counties, detailing entry fees and prize structure. It closes with Hannah Driesbach will giving property to heirs and naming executors Archie Driesbach Mullen and Oliver Driesbach.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Barring-MeSweeney
Reed
Dariey Helck
Weat Side Park
Luzerne Sportsmen's Association
Siwartz
Scranton
W. Z. Gilchist
Wim Shinot
Sida
Adil
Hortionstern Penneylvannia
Swartz
Lackawanna
Hannah Driesbach
Exeter Township
Reuben
Mahlon
Hannah Lapin
Lucinda
Sarat
Laving
Hintse
Archie Driesbach Mullen
Oliver Deiesbach
Squire Thomas Hears Zemutila in Blackman Mines Murder Case
Yesterday afternoon 4 o clock Squire Thomas conducted a final hearing for Anthony Zemutila charged with murder of Velesty at Blackman mines. Three boarders also received hearings as the crowded office held about twenty and 200 more stood inside. All men were held for court without bail after testimony previously reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squire Thomas
Anthony Zemutila
Velesty
Blackman Mines
Toronto and Wilkes-Barre Play At Athletic Park Today
Brief notes record a postponed game between Toronto and Wilkes-Barre at Athletic Park today. Other items include visits, marriages, court actions, a jury verdict of accidental death, social fundraisers, a car accident, and local legal and civic notices.
Borough Auditor Attends Lehigh Commencement Events
Local news notes Evan Lt. Jones, borough auditor, has been at Lehigh University commencements. The piece also lists social happenings including marriages, visits, a theatre event, and community members traveling to Chicago and Philadelphia.
Minooka Glee Club Promotes Sleeping Beauty Critus
Minooka locals report a revived glee club performance titled Sleeping Beauty while plans for a July 4 handicap race are under discussion by backers of McDonough and Mangan. The Minooka Base Ball club travels to Lackawannahia to face Pittston for a $10 purse, as Minooka town stays lively on pay day at the Connell mines. An infant child of Michael Joyce of Gilmore avenue was interred at Minooka Catholic Cemetery. Local pugilists will compete in a Taylor tournament Saturday evening. Greenwood mines will operate every day this week.
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Evan Lt. Jones
Lehigh University
Pittston
Plymouth Club
Garrison Driving Park
Richard Maher
Hannah
Chicago
William Templeton
Cora Huffman
John Kelly
David Evans
Shawnee Cemetery
A. F. Huehler
Philadelphia
Hed Men's Lodge
Mountain Park
Med’ Examining Board
Daley's Hotel
Thomas O. Roberts
England
Illa
Melinda McKune
Avondale
Michael Marley
Richard Branly
Wilkes-Haire
St. Vincent's Church
Melinda MeKune
Ella McKine
Smith's Opera House
Welsh Congregational Church
James Bambrick
Eelock
Welsh Hill Cemetery
Ella Murray
Kim Street
John Boyle
St. Vincent’s Church
Wilson M. Bower
Lewisburg
L. Jones
John D
Jones
Collins
Thomas Bevan
Familly
Hanover Park
W. H. Hayden
Eleetric City
Luke James
Gardner Street
Gwennie Reese
Lizale Reese
Shenandoah
Nelen and
Lewis
Pittsburg
William Lewis
David Jenking
Edwardadale
William Jones
Mre
William James
Mira
Benjamin Roberts
William Thomas
Mire
William Willams
Migses Loizele James
Sirah Jane Davie
Liddle
Winnie Oliver
Mary ‘Thomas
Jane Willan
Mary A. Williams
Messrs
Ed. Rowland
Moses Jones
Evan Jones
Willam Evans
John Price
William Williams
Thomas R. Thomas
Robert Ashley
David Phillips
Evan Puillipa
Howell Pugh
David Hughes
Thomas Myans
McDonough
Mangan
Minooka
Lackawannahia
Connell Mines
Taylor
Greenwood
Pittston Office Opens and Local News Notes
The Pittston office of the Scranton Tribune opens at 6 Williams Street under H. W. Crarer for news, complaints, orders, and subscriptions. Funeral of Julia J. Heal noted with service at 4 PM from 100 Blackman Street Wilkes-Barre. ministers present included Dr. Murdock and others. Certificates granted to teachers. local notices mention auctions, sparring events in Pittston, and upcoming Tribune anniversary souvenir.
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Pittston
Scranton Tribune
H. W. Crarer
Williama Street
Julia J. Heal
Edward Heal
Blackman
Treet
Wilkes-Barre
Murdock
Methodiat Melecopal Church
Lo. Morris
Dy l L. Davis
Wilhikee-Barre
WiLiam Smith
Ninanatleole
Me Deninis
Rescue Mission
Oulch Town
Thomas Heal
Cruser
H.W. Crosser
Pibiston
Arthur Meat
Edgar Heal
Scranton
WC. Crosser
Jackson
Montrose
Morty Fort Cenetery
Dlarriss
Margaret Patterson
Mame Jordan
Eilesbeth Blewitt
May Weating
Blanche Talvin
Cheristina Martin
Annie Cawley
Anne Mr. Keene
Laura Morris
Christianaitt
Mary Gilroy
Maggie Price
Clara Collier
John Green
la Range Street
Oolowk
Woods
Wright &O
South Male Street
Gools
PJ. Gallagher
Ditearns
Joseph Craig
J. FF. Gillespie
Peter McDonald
M. W. O’boyle
Harvey
Lake
J. A. Gillespie
Natthonab Athletic Club
Bradley Rimcell
Toni Parker
Pittoton
John J. Mitchell
Northeastern
Penninsylvania
Acd Deraey Cyrdan
America
Tonkent
Thome Talent
Thomas W. Bwin
Parish contest and social events at Avevein Methodist church
A Demorcert silver medal contest is set for Monday evening June 24 at the Avenuein Methodist Episcopal church with participants Gertrude Davin Denne Beil Hannah James Annie Mekart Allee Campbell starmaid Bailey Kig Bostock and Sadie Campbell Admire Slon WHHL theater. The Ladies' Aid hosts an ice cream and strawberry social in church parlors tonight. Also noted are visits, a joint excursion to Mountain Park on June 28 with ticket prices 50 cents adults 30 cents children, and various local society updates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avevein Methodee Episcopal Church
Gertrude Davin
Denne Beil
Hannah James
Annie Mekart
Allee Campbell
Starmaid Bailey
Kig Bostock
Sadie Campbell
Slon
WHHL
Mies Jennie Kearney
Kingston
Mies Della Quitin
Allee
Ajenes Moraluat
Pulte Schol
Curious Clockwork Snakes At Philadelphia Zoo
The Philadelphia Zoo hosts two snakes that mimic a clock, one black one with red and black rings. They coil and knot to show a dial like hours twelve, with a second snake aligning minute and hour hands, matching a chronometer within minutes.
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Philadelphiia
Zoo
Aingular
Humber
Large stock of goll watches offered at reduced price
A small-town ad lists an extensive sale of watches at near cost and announces a touring advertising exhibit schedule in several towns. It notes exhibition locations and dates, the weekly rates, and directs readers to contact a city office for details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ARGE
Merenrenu & Connell
Professional medical and architectural firms listed in Scranton notice
A fragmented 1900s classified card lists physicians including Dr. Edgar Pean, Dr. Kay, Dr. Connell, Dr. Allen, Dr. Prey, Dr. Gates, and Dr. David with addresses on Spruce Street Penn Avenue Wyoming Avenue Vine Street and Washington Avenue. Also featuring architects Lewis Hancock Jr Brown and Moritz and others with multiple office hours and residences. Includes services of Bauer’s Orchestra for events and dance music with conductor K. Bauer at Wyoming Avenue location.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. BE. Allen
Washington Avenue
Wyoming Ave
Vine Street
Remarkable Snake Clock Performs Timekeeping Feats
A tribal performance shows a snake clock moving its head and tail to indicate hour and minute, with observers noting the snake’s precise timing and shadow tricks. The piece mentions pegs in sand and snakes used to tell time, while a Tribune anniversary souvenir is planned for distribution Saturday.
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Darta
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Guiding
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Wilker-Barre
Tribune
Kes-Barre
Luzerne County
Domentio
Wyoming Valley
Penere
Halles
Pennsylvania
Miladelphia
New York
Bouth Main Street
Niawark
Duluth
Miau Rohappert
Mr. Morris
Second National Bank
Captain Williams
Iticura
Melcior Court
Athletic Park
Morgan F. Willams
Jennie
Wales
Pries
No Lock
Board of Trade Rooms
Marley
Thomas Phillip
Howard Connors
Lida Cughlin
St. Mary'a
Father O Rourke
Charlee Hargraves
Frank Young
Wyoming
Wolfe
Edwarde
Mpiscopal Church
Chrch
River Bride
Mre. Hanson
Germania Hall
William T. Evans
Ault
Johnne
Cromus
Evans
Linonla Society
Harry Hillman
Minooka Glee Club
Munyon
Mnyon
the Tribune
Swayne
Swayaw
Priboyets Fourh
Setuniay
Connolly & Wallace
Court House
At- Vanch
SLE
Narcots Chemical Cech
Springfeld
Mans Hoto
William 2. Platy
Eliostroet
Camden
N. J
Edward C. Fish
Mel
Tripp
Adams
BNER
Mango Chemical Company
John Street
Serre Ereenad JV
Tae Padi
Vale
Celine
Parton Dividian
RENY
Atte Et Joly
Commonwealth
Deskenon
Ley
Awembly Hill
Franklin Avenue
Businosa
Carson & Davies
Imatan
Gy Lagkawanna Ayotuae
West Lutkewanid Dvenho
Thomas & Evans
SY Luzerne
Hyde Pars
John Jaryn
Weenlye Avenue
Tim
W. Houser
M.D. Taylor
Sale
Priceburg, Pa
Seni Postal
Hkit
Creditte Alldorthy
Peniatene
Nore
Coola
the Scranton Bedding CO
Taylorville
Hyde Park
Providence
Dickson Olyphant
Jokvilie
Archbald
Jermyn
E. H. ‘All
Trumne
City
Frank Leslie
Extead Complete
Moody
Adams Ave
Tite
Legal
Patrick Joyce
Orphans Court
Lackawahnd
Lipereons
Lackawanna County
Oslowenise
Nicholas Walsh
Faidiy
Sfrily
Willard, Warren & Knapp
Nthe Court OF Common Peas
Actor Assembly
Bolleitor
Penmay
Adross
Cate
Qimlation
Pals Tribane
Lyoxan
Ike
Sumyer
Care
Trihanie
Wrantep
N. Reberea Avenue
Physicians and Surgeons
A. Edgar Pean
Spruce Street
Borantan
Itiat
Court House Square
DR. Kay
Penn Ave
Wall
A. J. Connell
Offich Co
Spruve Street
Prancke
Architects
Edward. HH. David
Commonwealth Building
L. Walter
Washington
Lewis Hancock, JR
Bpruce #t
Cor, Wash. Ave
Brown & Mortis
Price Building
Berantot
Grand Union Tra Co., Jonesbrob
A. Burr
Tow Avenue
Frank
Terrell
Coal Exchange
Pas
James W. Oakford
Commons _ Wealth
Samuel W. Edgar
Atlaw
II Spruce Si
I. A. Watres
GF. Pitcher
Pocumnon Wealty Building
Scranton, Tr
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Replogle
B. FP. Killam
Wyomne Ave
Jas
J. Hamilton
Commonwealth Bid
William A. Taft
Bridge
Offic
Aca
Washington Aavenur
Laubach
School OF the Lackawanna
Vcollee
Requeal
Thomas M. Cann
Walter H, Buelil
Worcester
Adams Avenue
Tern
ELK Care
Fin Avenue
I Zirgler
Scranton House
Victor Koch
New York City
Branland
Central Park
Gsth
Plug Sauute
Fifth Avenue
Chatiller
Hammone
Westminster Oe. Cor
Sixteenth St
UNE York
Americam PLC. Nn
Republic Savings and Loan Association
Callender
Dime Bank
Jos Kuettel
GS Lackawanna Avenue
Branton
Leeds
GR Chark & CO
Sendsmen
Nurnerymen
Gve- Hue
Green House
Avernue
Telephor
Bauer’s
K. J. Huuer
Wyoming Avenue
Hutbert
Megargen Brothers
Washington Ave
Scranston
Frank P. Brown & CO
West Lackawanna Ave
Thomas Aubrey
Williams Building
Tomica
Rex Fire
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