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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1898
Page
6
A United Mine Workers local meeting at Donnelly's Hall aimed to organize the North Scranton branch. National organizer Chrivans spoke, praising the parent body and addressing issues raised by Father Richard Gainer. A further meeting was scheduled for later.
The private funeral for Mrs Christin H. M. Sehurar was conducted at her North Main residence by George Te. Cruild of the Providence Presbyterian church. An eloquent sermon accompanied numerous generous offerings. Interment followed at Dunivor Cemetery.
Marquette council and Young Men's Institute met to choose a cuttable resort for the annual excursion proposed for next month. Committees named include Janes Crier, ehotini del Mullen, sectors. Officers listed are Thomas Heales, John FL Welly and Janes FL Lynett.
Evan Reewe of Plymouth appeared before Alderman Roberts on assault charges. George Purne was arraigned the prior evening. Michael Gilves Paul Sintdi and Mary Masterton received bail of fifty dollars each for contempt. The Welsh Congregational group urged a site for a new project amid city activities. Mrs Mum Chan of Summit Avenue visits relatives in New York.
The church congregation met last evening with no decisive outcome. D Y Jenkins of North Main Avenue represents Lackawanna Medical Exposition at a convention. Rett Sawyer, Col. Mr Ant Maryland awards, of Green Street, host their daughter Mrs John Stopford of Honcadale. Honey Reese funeral tomorrow at Wayne Avenue home with services at Welsh Congregational Church conducted by Rev R R Jones and burial at Washburn Steel Cemetery.
Students at a Washington event presented an olive exercise class scene with music and recitations led by Miss Laure of Haee. A program included poems by Jeannie Wert Nellie Drencherty Marjorie Eden Evelyn Mont, tableaux The Flight from Pompeii and The Last Resort of the Gauls, followed by refreshments and dancing.
The class of Os plans a Washington hall gathering Friday at eight o clock with two cent admission. Gypsy James Linton faced a three dollar fifty cent fine after a disorderly conduct hearing before Burgess Powell yesterday morning. Miss Mary Capwell of Cherry Street hosts guests and arrangements for Peter Murray and Miss Diana Capwell in coming nuptials are noted.
Community leaders H. D. Jones and A. M. Morse spearheaded a three year campaign for Hyde Park pavement. The plan shifts from asphalt to vitrified brick with lines set from Division to Lafayette streets as sewer gas and water mains are addressed.
Anna McDonald daughter of Mrs James McDonald of 1708 Price street married William J Boyle of Lackawanna avenue yesterday at St Patrick's church in a ceremony led by Rev J B Whelan. Bridesmaids wore stone blue and pearl prayer books were carried. The couple left for Atlantic City Philadelphia and New York and will reside at 1708 Price street after June 27. Another wedding at St Patrick's saw Bridget McNulty wed John F Barrett of New York with a reception at the bride’s home and a future residence in New York City.
The Franklin Engine company buys a combination plane and organ and hosts impromptu concerts at their North Myde Park avenue quarters. Chorister Richard Davis directs a chor party with singers among the crew, aiming to foster fellowship and provide spontaneous entertainment for evenings at home.
The funeral for the late Mrs Mary McNally was conducted yesterday morning from her residence at 116 North Van Buren Avenue. Attendees included family and local residents as the service proceeded with customary rites.
Two readers share testimonials praising Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Sanative Wash for severe womb ulcers and postnatal illness. Mrs Livzim Beventy of Lowell says the medicine saved her life after doctors failed, while Mrs Avies Thomatesy of Ellenburgh Center recounts milk-leg illness and recovery after taking the remedy.
The remains were borne to St Patrick's church where a requiem mass was celebrated by Rev D A Dunne. After the service, the procession proceeded to the cathedral cemetery for burial. Pallbearers included Cawley Lally Lavelle Gurrell Mc Dermott and Gibbens.
A regular meeting of the Alumni Athletic Association was held last evening at Forbes Eaton's residence on Tenth Street. William Filias presided as president. An election of officers was held and the officers elected were E. K. D. Moree as president, F. L. B. Makeveren as vice president, Robert Carson as secretary, and Louis Davis as treasurer. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Eaton. An enjoyable social followed the business session.
Rev and Mrs W K Morgan entertain their son Rev Benjamin Morgan and his wife from Circleville NSW. Mrs Frank Williams of William S port visits her parents. Several residents host guests and travel plans noted. The marriage of Katheyn Mc Coy and Michael Coleman is set for Wednesday June 29 at St Patrick church. The funeral of John Gilbride will be held from Kynon street residence this afternoon at 2 with interment at Cathedral Cemetery.
A large St Oren den council committee from No 2b Youngs Institute gears up for the council excursion to Lake Ariel. The event, set for August 10, will post conditions for guests and feature protection and lodging details near Lafayette street Lincoln avenue.
Marion street residents return from ten days in New Jersey. Penn avenue hosts Alorot Gay and a Philadelphia visitor. Wallington avenue connects to Mrs John Burke while Catherine Kennedy spends summer at Newport. Emma Hemnick honored at Monsey avenue party. Honesdale's Joseph McGareth visiting EB McNalty on Penn avenue. Minnie Plies catalogs summer at Clark's Fountain. Thomas Lynch returns south after time with Sanderson avenue family.
Happenings in South Scranton feature flag raisings at the National Creek, Meadow Brook shaft, and Simpson silk mill. Col. EB Ripple chaired the Connell and Company event with a Star Spangled Banner salute, speeches by Howell Auris and Meadow Brook remarks, plus peanuts and soft drinks for workers.
The Independent Sporting club in Twelfth ward held a boxing tournament. Tighe and Evans drew after three rounds. Mc Connell and Bert Giles drew after three rounds. Maloney defeated Bert Giles in the next bout. Jordan and Carr fought four lively rounds with Carr winning after a sixth short round.
Camp 430 Patriotic Other Sons of America will hold a flag raising exercise at their Pittston avenue hall on July 4 morning. A sixty foot pole stands before the building and invites participation from allied societies. If sufficient presentations are received a parade may follow. Committee: Charla Web ber Jr chairman August Whymeyer William Mauy Theodore Haas George Wirth.
The Tourist club organized by St Marys congregation elected President George Reif Vice President William Lo Janssen Secretary Frank P Kies Treasurer John Lansdorf Auditors Adolph Moser and William Hlnege. An adjourned meeting next Monday will adopt the constitution and by laws.
George Tempe and his five year old son were watching a Century Hoof drill when a neighbor John Miller's dog bit the boy. A deep wound opened on the left leg and Dr Kolb cauterized it. Lieutenant Zang shot the dog last night.
The Century Those company holds its annual picnic at Central Park Garden this afternoon and evening with many tickets sold. The Sabbath school excursion from Hickory Street Presbyterian Church to Lake Ariel drew hundreds yesterday. Funeral services for Mrs Patrick Smith of Clears Street will be at Mill City followed by interment. James Keegher funeral from Mig Street will be at St Johns Church with interment at Cathedral Cemetery.
The bank's vault is secured by the Holmes Electric Protective System, touted as a safeguard against theft. The system emphasizes electrical sensors and automatic alarms to deter break-ins and alert staff and authorities.
Judge Edwards issues injunction at county level preventing sale of land in Spring Brook township. Spring Brook Water Supply, represented by Hon. L A Watree, argues land held since 1803 used for corporation purposes. County Treasurer Kelley and commissioners alleged improper county taxation on unseated land despite state tax compliance.
Mire Patrick Garehan of fw leboary sine died yesterday afternoon after a Week's menw. Garehan was years old and is survived by Dishiid, three children, and father Barnett. She also leaves two sisters, Mia and At OF Hone, and two brothers, Jet and Patrick Barron. Funeral arrangements were to be announced.
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