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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1901

Page

5

Miss Marie Melville to Wed Richard M Bissell in Greenwich

Social gossip reports Miss Marie Melville daughter of William Th Prmegille president of the Delaware Lackawanna and Western road will wed Richard M Bissell at Greenwich Connecticut in a Gothic aisle ceremony with Rev Minddeus A Sniveley of Chicago officiating. The bride will wear white and bridesmaids include Havel Martyn Ams Jessup Nina Wilson and Checee Hubbell. Arthur Tissell brother of the groom will be best man. A reception and supper follow and the couple sail for Europe on the Ten-tonlo on Wednesday.

Yeeterdan New York Journal Marie Melville Truesdiade Willian Th Tien Ream Ferns Minddeus A. Sniveley Chicwao Havel Martyn Chiieago Ams Jessup Scranton Nina Wilson Minenapolis Checee Hubbell Greenwich Whith Lhe Arthur Tissell Europe Tentonlo Dissell

Local residents travel and guests noted in Scranton area notice

Honociale resident Hiden Cooke S Mundie is mentioned as a Scranton visitor. Fragh Leiel remains in New York for professional business. many other locals including Sherifh C. We Schundt, Alderman John Ty Chow, and A. W. Hanigan are recorded returning from trips or hosting and observing events such as the Pan American exposition and the January American exposition in Buffalo.

Hiden Cooke S. Mundie Honociale Scranton Visteon Seatoridia W. Gibbons Wyoming Avenue Ctew N.ow Hishop Shanahan Marriehang Isle Helin Sherifh C. We Schundt Fragh Leiel New York Windining Dimes Callahan Pennaremie Buthilo S Mere Edward White Morrison Age Nur Huffalo Thomas Ant Ma A1. Cullen Hipstow Wro Liturty Mes, Whiting St. Columb Cornwall Engin A. W. Hanigan Hisson Lackawanna Railroad Constriation Department Hoboken Nod Woeet Chester Slate John Ty Chow Fork Searto District Federal Cout Muffalo

Ao order limits Central and Reading mileage tickets

An Ao order restricts mileage tickets between Philadelphia and Reading lines with partial stays for routes to Bethlehem and Wilkes Barre. The change follows through routing by the Philadelphia and Reading. Sergeant George Cleey, formerly in charge of a local recruiting office, receives a second lieutenant commission from the president and serves with the Portietl unit.

Central Railroad New Jersey Philadelphia Reading Maiadelphia Wickes-Darte Byretin Here Bethlehem Willdelphia Wilkow Burre George Cleey Waa Portietl

Volunteers Return From Philippines Duty

In a period of service in the Philippines, volunteers Veank Woltrick and Bee Mate are noted for their representation of the state of New York in the context of tithes and brokers.

Philippines Woltrick Wilkee-farre

Local School Board and Society Meeting Announced

The article notes an evening event on the lawn by the ladies Ald aoohory and mentions the teachers' committee of the board of control deliberating appointment denials. It also announces a Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals meeting in the secretary's office at the Trade Die Attorneys’ building on June 4 with observers and officials expected.

Amin Sear Society For the Prevention of

Ripple and Assbetwatist- Mmnester Powell Weeterdaa

Fragmented note describes a mail route to West Sefatton and a stathon Cher e aridite set air tweaiston cartio's Kenny. Railway text mentions a mail train ticket and a branch line showing Penn on a ephedinle and fried Wer a Fo a. Tenetiling Here at a ioe ph ms.

Ripple Powell Weeterdaa Aternoon Tweaiston Cartio Kenny Wasanimng

Battalion Drill Reports Supplies Reordered and Units Honored

The first battalion drill opened in the armory with four companies present under Lieutenant Colonel Flow Stillwell. Decorations were removed and unused storage replaced by piles of limber as the four companies demonstrated a thorough and exhausting drill before a guard mount. The regimental band faced reprimand for badges, Major Wraank Robining to drill the Third Battalion, and an indoor baseball game between Companies D and I followed the night’s exercises.

Swevter Flow Stillwell Com Miny John Dumbecky Arthur Foote Ying Milton Orconnells Wraaik Will Garmory Companioe Dy

Outing at Harvey's Lake Promises Large Scranton Attendance

The first annual mid summer outing of The International Correspondence Schools to Harvey's Lake will be held Saturday in July. A trolley ride from Wilkes-Barre to the lake is planned with capacity for about a thousand travelers. Events include running, jumping and boat races with prizes, as organizers aim for a memorable Northeast Pennsylvania outing.

Scranton International Correspondence Schools Socus Harvey’s Ohny Wilkes-Barre Harvey's Lake Wilkes- Barre Trollew Aiet Ponnaylvaniha Wilhoccur

Eight Hour Work Day Ordered for Carriers at Post Offices

A national headquarters dispatch to local post offices announces a restored eight hour day for carriers under the Forty Eight Hour law with no substitutes after July 1. Carriers must log trips and report daily, with postmasters allowed to adjust routes and curtail deliveries as needed. A Westminster Hotel auction begins at 10 o’clock offering 200 chairs and other bargains.

Postattioes Higheen Westminster Hotel EBM, Strong

Dr Joslin Chosen As Principal By unanimous Board

Dr Joslin of East Plampton Mixes was unanimously elected principal of Scranton High School to fill the vacancy from the death of Prof W Grant. A Brown University graduate with 25 years in education, he expressed gratitude and said he aimed to make the school the best in the country.

Brown University East Die WL. Joelin East Plampton Mixes Boams Centrol We W. Grant Joelin Distevento Distevento, In Conjunction With Superintendent of Howell Fb Wees Ui Tnowe Scranton High School Drostin Owen Formher United States Raeubemw EL Kenton New York State Colonie Academy Belleville Noy Statedssamed Academy Wees Deh Oxford Fore Phains S. Yo Citrten Liberal Insite Millaney Academy Joslin East Hampton Miss Williston Seimlfhany Payson Hall Dastructor O Tufts College

ROW OVER EARLY CLOSING ON PENN AVENUE

Belverde and Real Clerks association members pushed for early closing of Penn avenue stores between Center and Spruce streets last night. A clash with letters drew a large crowd. three stores briefly closed. one store resisted and sales resumed after two weeks. President John W. Devine and Mr. Gorman clashed near open stores. a front tooth was broken.

Belverte Real Clerks’ Association Penn Avenue Center Spruce Streets Clerks’ Association Joln W. Devine Mrr. Gierman Gorman & Co Mr. Devine

Horses Stricken as Grip Spreads in City

Veterinarians report a rising grip among horses in New York. At the New York Veterinary Hospital hundreds are affected, with about five thousand under treatment or pending care. Officials cite recent wet and cool weather as the likely cause.

New York Veteriniains Nic

Outing of Baptist Pastors and Wives at Nay Aug Park

Members of the Baptist ministers conference and their wives were entertained at Nay Aug Park by Rev. De Roof Pleres. A repast under the trees followed, with views by Dr. Pierce. A meeting adopted resolutions expressing sympathy for the family of the late Weather and for Rev A Ein.

Baptist Ministers’ Conference Nay Awe Park de Roof Pleres Nick Grove Pierce Thev Thomas de Chuehy W. T. Bard Lew J. 8 Alinghi West Market Sirmet Maptlat Cmarch Sctanton Fomily Magttat Abington

Dangerous prank by three boys ends in arrest on track obstruction

Len Young led the scheme and released a freight car brake on the Delaware and Hudson line near the Stowers Picking Co building. Leo Young George Young and Charles Pagen were fined or held on bail after Magistrate Millar labeled the offense grave. the other two boys faced lesser penalties.

Leo Young George Young Charles Pagen Martin Crippen Delaware and Hudson Railroad Company Len Young Stowers Picking Company Millar Law Young

Lied erkranz Excursion to National Sängerfest in Buffalo

One hundred twenty Scranton Liederkranz members travel to Buffalo for the National Sängerfest sessions. The group rides Lackawanna train No. 21 with two veiled coaches and a smoking and bag ear. They will spend a day at Niagara Falls and three days at the exposition before returning home.

Scranton Liederkrans Buffalo United States Lackawanna

Police and Aldermen Duty Before Roddy in Turbulent Case

The report details Jeremiah Murs Thy charged with deterring a motorist and a large fine. the case stalled before Alderman Roddy. Silex Bloestein and others face assault and disorder charges in a crowded session. Additional arrests include Wied ON and Martel for alleged theft and hijinks. The proceedings mention witnesses and a magistrate, with bail set and a jail clampdown looming.

Thoma Coyle Westerlis Roddy Jeremiah Murs Muniphe Silex Bloestein Titletewil Euch Annis Chit Bhicstein Annisis Lin Ton Lias Lila Hall Stepa Martel

Low Fares to Pan-American Exposition via Lehigh Valley

Lehigh Valley Railroad offers two day tickets for Pan-American Exposition travel. Day coaches only, sold Tuesdays and Saturdays from Scranton at 1.00 round trip. Ten day tickets available daily, valid on most trains except the Huck Diamond Express, at 3.00 round trip from Scranton.

Lehigh Valley Railroad Scranton

Philadelphia fails to borrow three percent loan

Philadelphia offered a three percent loan of two hundred million dollars to improve the water system. After the bid time expired only five thousand dollars was offered by George H. Hill of Drexel & Co. The low interest rate deterred investors, as money now yields around four percent.

Philadelphia Dune M George H. Hill Drexel & Co Ind

Miles and Anderson Struggle for Third Place in Tables

Mise Meredith advances from table 1 to 2 while Buckingham and Griffis are noted for strong work. The report highlights a competitive round with Miles and Anderson vying for third as Meredith moves up.

Miles Anderson Mise Meredith Buckingham and Griffis

Names and scores listed for a local event in Carbondale area

The fragment lists participants Garfield Anderson, August Brunner Jr, Ray Buckingham, Miss Vida Pedricke, Miss Norma Meredith, Frank Kemmerer, Miss Wilhelmina Griffin, Arthur Griffis, W. H. Harris, Miss Minnie Wallis, E. J. Sheridan, Miss Jennie Warsi, Robert Campbell and others with scores 370 274 156 146 81 55 and table references.

Frank Kemmerer Factoryville Wilhelmina Griffin Providence Arthur CC. Griffis Montrose W. H. Harris Hyde Park Ceaes David Oo. Emery Wimmers Minnie Wallis Carbondale E. J. Sheridan Haw- Tos Jennie Warsi Olyphant Robert Campbell Green Ridge

Education Contest Leads See Shifts In Standings

Yesterday showed gains for Miles and steady moves by Anderson and Norma Meredith in the Education Contest standings. Frank Kemmerer rose from last to first in Table No 2 as Ray Buckingham and Arthur Griffin advance, with ten weeks left to climb.

Esterday Anderson Miles Norma Meredith Hyde Park Frank Kemmerer Ray Buckingham Elmhurst Arthur

A L Solomon Arrested By Local Sheriff

Deputy Tagpedor and J W Bishop obtained warrants for A L Solomon a 108 Lawkie wand avenue lady s tailor on two charges employing children under 16 without parental consent and failing to post factory rules in his workroom. Solomon was arrested and appeared before Magistrate Millanky.

Fivetery J. Ww. Bishop A. le Solomon Lawkie Wand Avenue Solomon Millanky Bishop

Fine Programme in Guernsey Hall Last Night

In Guernsey Hall last evening a large audience heard Scranton College of Music seniors directed by Haydn Thaynes render an interesting programme. W A Roberts, a pupil of Dr. Mason, contributed a chief voice. The Penn Avenue Baptist church choir performed three selections. Frank Doyle played Air de Ballet on violin. A lineup of soloists included Gertrude Abplanalph, A Choss, BK Owens, Helen Lathrope, Frances Guyer, Rena Daley, Anna Madigan, Marsapel Cosgrove, Loretta Biahey, and Mrs Arthur Longe.

Guernsey Hall Scranton College of Music Haydn Thaynes W. A. Roberts Mason Penn Avenue Baptist Church Frank Doyle Hollister Gertrude A. Choss BK. Qwens Helen Lathrope Frances Guyer Rena Daley Anna Madigan Marsapel Cosgrove Loretta Biahey Arthur Longe

Tixcursion to Heart Lake Fares and Times

A school excursion to Heart Lake near Montrove departs Friday June 21 from the Delaware Lackawanna and Western station at 8 00 a.m. The 40 mile ride rises to about 1400 feet. Free passage for all school members. Adults 70 cents and children 40 cents. Return train at 5 00 p.m. stops at Dalton and Glenburn on signal or notice.

Heart Lake Montrove Delaware, Lackawanne and Western Railroad Glenburn Dalton P. m

WHI Cold Preventer Quick-Acting Remedy

Patent medicine ad asserts WHI prevents colds if taken at first symptoms. Claims fast action within 24 hours and uninterrupted work. Sold by all druggists with a price noted as tic. Includes generic drugstore language and broad warning about cold prevention.

Bream Heating and Plumbing Opens After Repairs

Bream Heating and Plumbing at 231 Wyoming operated by P F and M T Howley completes repairs at the Turkish baths to resume business. The piece notes Punch cigars as a leader among offerings.

Bream Heating P.F M. T. Howley Wyoming

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Washington Ave Baby Bazaar Spruce Street Timothy AL Sullivan The People’s Bank Bullwell Postoffice Department DR. Joslin Dayson Hale Clerks’ Association Exchange Blows Kachisive Wir Poe Nay Ang Park Liederkranz Excursion Niagara Falls COFO Niture's Beverage Kleon Sisson Meyer Lewis Henry Schwenker South Scranton William Miles Garfield Anderson August Brunner, Jr Vida Pedricke Clark's Summit A. L. Soloman Casey Lackawanna Ave Theomaximim First Presbyterian Sunday School Krause Central Pennsylvania Adams Avenue Wanhlegten King Miller Bpruce Street Maloney Oil & Manufacturing Company Meridian Street Fancy and Art Goods Center Handsome Cramer-Wells Co Wyoming Ave Conrad Lackawanna Avenue Carriea Te ‘Ae Watrea Hy A. Koapa V.pre A Hy McClintock Ralph Hull Trust Oldver Hee Malden
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