Local Society and Travel Notes From Wilkes-Barre and Scranton
Mrs. Frank Lewis of Wilkes-Barre visits Miss Jouisa Hardenbor of Wyoming Avenue. J Wood Pratt, noted Tunkhanock journalist, in the city calling on friends George Dixon and Miss Lizzie Avice. Acting General Manager Beetem of the Scranton Traction Co returns to Kindoak after a visit to Cumberland Valley. Congressman and Mrs J A Scranton return to the city and will remain a few days before Mr Scranton resumes congressional duties in Washington. Judge W H Deamp and W H Jessup Jr depart for Yale commencement. Judge Jessup has attended Cambridge commencements for forty-six years.
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Frank Lewis
Wilkes-Barre
Jouisa Hardenbor
Wyoming Avenue
J. Wood Pratt
George Dixon
Misa Lizaie
Avice
Mies Minnig Cawley
Lafayette Streat
Beetem
Scranton Traction Company
Kindoak
Cumberland Valey
J. A. Scranton
Hare
Me. Scranton
Washington
W. H. Deamp
W. H. Jessup, Jr
Yale College
Judge Jessup
Cambridge
North Mod
Dehuchlin
Wayne Avenue
Thomas Shotten
Walton
Corditt
Orange
A. B. Moon
Methodist Episcopal
Aor. Hagnett
North Main Avenue
Wilkes
Harte Yeaterday
A.W. Blaudintina
Groendige
Henry Pyotherog
Gillespie
Atlantic City
Lowland Murphy
Execukior Hose Company
Lincoln Lodge
Order of Gold Fellows
Harvey's Lake
Parker Street
Court Scranton
Ancient
Order of Perevators
Laucan Hall
Gregory
GE. Guild
Nimms
Sanday Ashoal
Presbyterian Clutch
Green Ridge
Nellie Bell
James Bell
Manefield
Baptist Young People's Union
Mies Evans
Wayne Avenny
Etas
Willa Poghe
Bil
D. M. Kinter
Delaware County
Delaware
Misa Jeanette Christmas
Trenton
N. J
Went Market
William Fivans
Oak Street
Yeat Orday
Ladies’ Aid Society
Methodial Episcopal Church
John O'Malley
Melonongs Avenue
Holy Rosary Church
Hyde Park Cemetery
Court hears Burge suit over disputed foot race stake
In court room No 2 Judge J. W. Carpenter and others heard James Burge sue William J. Jenkins to recover $500 deposited after a September Driving Park foot race. Burge contends the race was unfair and a restart occurred. Jenkins claims the race started fairly and David Jones won the stake.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Court Room No. 2
James Burge
William J. Jenkina
J. W. Carpenter
C. Dawnon
George Rock
J. Alton Davis
Mr. Borge
A J. Quiborn, Jr
Ron
Bept
Lantet Wan
William T. Jenkins
Burge
David Jones
Jones
Jenkins
Taos Wan
Caledonian Club Sets July 4 Festivities at Laurel Hill Park
Laurel Hill Park will host the Caledonian Club on July 4 with a new track and ring under construction, grand stand and free seats, free dancing in the pavilion with an excellent orchestra all day, and a grand piano and promenade concert in the evening. An admission of 10 cents will be charged for the evening concert. Music by pipers two brass bands and a string orchestra completes the program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Caledonian Club
Laurel Hill Park
Lovyera
Reception for Dr Parry and parish school events
Closing exercises of St Patrick parochial school mark a reception for Dr Parry. William McDonald of Hampton Street abused his mother. Funeral announced for infant child of Officer Saul. Class Thirteen entertainment and Alderman John court noted. Eddie Jones injured by a fall from a bridge near the M1. Jonas fell from an open bridge edge. treated by Dr W E Allen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Patrick's Parochial
William McDonald
Hampton Street
Saul
Alderman John's Court
Eddie Jones
Edward D. Jones
Swetland Street
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western
Jonas
William McDermott
Hampton Streat
Williame
Weat
Hoa
Colvlock
Gwen Sir John
Wandburn Street
Ppa
Hytorian Church
Clark's Hall
Rosa McAndrew
Nellie Tighe
Agnes Mahady
John Gaughan
John EB
Connors
James Mush
Joseph Rush
Thomas Carroll
Danial Metionigls
Owen D. John
Programme Of St Patrick’s Parochial School Afternoon Exercises
The St Patrick’s Parochial School will hold its commencement programmes in the basement of the phare tome row tomorrow at 2 o’clock. The program includes salutatory remarks by Master Edward Hurst, conferring of murals, various vocal numbers, instrumental solos and ensembles with Miss Annie Haggerty and Miss Alice McGarry among the accompanists, and a Farewell with retiring march.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Patrick’s Parochial School
Chouet
Marter J. McDonough
Reception planned for Welsh composer Parry in New York
A Welsh Philosophical Society meeting with Judge Henry M Edwards and others agreed to honor Jo Joseph Parry, eminent Welsh composer and adjudicator, upon his Saturday arrival aboard the Umbria. A reception in Meares Hall is set for Thursday July 5, with Parry delivering a lecture and concert there Friday evening as part of elaborate preparations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Welsh Philosophical Society
Henry M. Edwards
Thomas D. Davies
Evan P. Davies
D.C. Powell
Henry G. Davies
Jo. Joseph Parry
Wales
New York
Umbria
North Scranton Notes Highlight Social and Civic Affairs
Local items report Richard Harlow improving his property and several residents visiting relatives. church rehearsals occur with Cynon Glee and Mar monie Societies, and Hyde Park events noted alongside arrests, hearings, and jail terms.
Women Charged in Fourteenth Street Assault Case
Canty alleges that Mra Wollby Maddox and two other women assaulted her on several occasions. Prosecutors Carey and wife are named in the case. All parties reside on Fourteenth street. Bail set at 4N dollars for court appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra
Meren
Wollby
Maddox
Carey
Fourteenth Street
Canty
Trocka
Negroes Will Ancombo at Laurel Hill Park
An old-fashioned colored camp meeting will be held at Laurel Hill park next Sunday under the AME Zion Church Montrose auspices. A select jubilee band will render plantation melodies with revs from Genesee conference assisting. Services begin 1000 am with 1230 sermon and 4 pm preaching. Rev C A Smith leads. Admission 10 cents or 1 cent for carriage with two occupants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laurel Hill Park
African Methodist Episcopal Zion Chore
Montrose
Acros
Genesee Conference
Famona
C. A. Smith
Laare
Hill Park
Lernel
Mysterious Fall From Window Injures Parker Street Man
Charles Ettley of Parker Street fell from a second story window early Sunday. He was found groaning near the residence and taken to Lackawanna hospital in serious condition. Doctors struggle to explain the cause while Ettley, about 24, suffers spinal injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles Ettley
Parker Street
Ettley
Tul
Dibeuke
Lackawanna Hospital
Richmond
Final rehearsals for Fall of Babylon stage show
The cast of Fall of Babylon spent four hours on the Frothingham stage with strong first and third acts. Tonight most of the act will be rehearsed, promising a notable performance. Reserved seats go on sale at Powell's music store at 9 o clock, with today’s rehearsals at 2 o clock chorus of maidens, 4 o clock drill, 7 o clock Babylonian chorus, and 8 o clock fall dress rehearsal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frothingham
Powell
Masic
NOTES OF SOUTH SIDE John Rosen Disappears in New York City
Noted figure John Rosen vanishes in New York City prompting police searches and public attention. Authorities request information as friends and associates cooperate with investigators.
Son Missing After Hotel Proprietor Leaves City
Anxiety grows for John Roxon founder of the Eleventh Ward hotel after he left Cedar Avenue for a trip to New York. Friends report no word since. His son George flew to New York when telegrams sought news, fearful for his father's safety as relatives recalled his Sunday departure wearing slippers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
John Roxon
Eleventh Ward
Cedar Aayenna
Rosen
Kossa
Mr Lange to Return as Pastor at St Pauls Lutheran
A report states Rev Angnat Lange will resume leadership at St Pauls Lutheran Church on Prospect Avenue and Lireh Street next Sunday. The 1889 church began with fourteen families and grew under Lange before his state departure to a Missouri high school post.
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Cnip
Luthera
Washineton Counnty
Missouri
Notz
Lia
Carl Kiessling
Elimed
Crisia
Mr. Lange
Will
Paints and social scenes marked by Scranton residents
John Weentplatt receives a coat of paint on his property while Mrs Eichhorn recovers from illness. Charien Slnexter and Phillip Roam left for New York City. Various local events include a golden anniversary celebration for Mr and Mrs OMalley with gifts, a funeral at 2 pm Wednesday in Minooka, and a St Johns hall entertainment with numerous solos and dances led by James White and Mamie Lynch.
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New York
St. John's Hall
Comet
Catherine Wichel
John Weentplatt
Joseph Eichhorn
Charien Slnexter
Phillip Roam
New York City
Windler
Cincinnath
F Peter Gibson
Pittston Avenue
Stewart Tens Maily
Mise
William Miller
Philadelphia
Fritz Haneroth
Stone Avenue
Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
Michael Davine
Simonaon
Michael Fallon
Mra
O'Malley
South Side
Minooka
James 4
White
Mamie Lynch
Mimic Lyleh
Mewar
Jones and Housroth
Katie Franet4
Mullarkey
Y. Cawley
Filevard Mc Cinigan
Mine Katie Craig
O'Rourke
Anda. Cawley
Mina Kite Heffron
Georgy Sheeran
Darge Brothers
Roxy Wa Donce
John McDermott
Kalo
Edward Kelly
St. John's Ladies Society
C.J Rad By
Maxpieos
St. John's Oynina
Shieda Splttoon and Henry Martin in Alderman Court Incident
Henry Martin of Olyphant arrived in town and sought a hearing at Alderman Fitzsimmons Court. Shieda Splttoon clashed with the proceedings as a constable served a warrant, and Kate Brennan faced a disturbance when a cuspidor was hurled during the scene, narrowly missing Martin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shieda Splttoon
Henry Martin
Fitzsimmons
Olyphant
Hoe
Raymond Court
Kate Brennan
Fitzsimmone
Martin
Chandelier Fragments Spark Alley Altercation Outcome
A wall impact near Martin’s head dislodges ornaments from a chandelier. Alderman Fitzsimmons orders both parties jailed for thirty days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin
Fitzsimmons
Alumni reception to install Scranton High graduates
Tonight the Scranton High School Alumni Association holds its annual reception at the Bicycle Club room. A 4 o'clock business meeting will name new officers as Prof M J Donahoe retires after efficient presidency. Supper follows with the class of ’04 to receive the clue. Charles E Daniels to officiate. Huntington to serve supper and Prof Johnson to provide music.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton High School Alumni Association
Bicycle Club
M. J. Donahoe
Charles E. Daniels
Hunntington
Johnson
Muaic
County Treasurers Demand Quick Payment of Tax in Cost Saving Push
The county treasurer urges immediate payment of the state mercantile tax to save costs. A court last week granted a hearing on a new trial request in the civil suit between Thomas Hromage and Norah Devers. An upcoming city directory and illustrated business resource volume, featuring Scranton firms, promises portraits and views to attract newcomers and promote local commerce.
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Powell
Costa
D. B. Nand
Tlio
Thomas Hromage
Norah Devers
Scranton
Semanten
Copia
Weill
Latze
Tie Taming
Pol
Tuone
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Wyoming Ave
Teo
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New England
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News OF
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Sweiland Street Bridge
DR. Parry
Sonasiron Trhienone Ia
North Mein Ave
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North Bromley Avenue
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Lake Ariel
J. N. Carlton
Schnell
Cynon Glee Society
Marmonie Soclety
Welsh Methodist
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Onecer San
John Hayes
Frank Carlucci
Scranton Street
Oficer Heiselroth
John
Hyde Park
Welsh Methodist Church
Chi Upsilon Society
Washburn Street Presbyterian Church
Delaware Water Gap
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Depot
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Stroudsborg
L. W. Carlton
Chicago
J. ML. Carlton
Scholl's
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Misa Mary A. Davion
W. F. Davies
Mize Lines Evanin
D. A.evans
Furitan Church
East Strandsburg State Normal School
Colored Camp Meeting
North End
Parker Strat
Charun
John Rosen
St. Paul's
Central Park
Jwronle
Itentlonien
Frank Dormbacher
William Tadgler
Frank Sain
Charles Lertter
Abram Weidl
Anton Horbuter
Pater Feels
John Stejlic
Albert Guthevitz
Otto Robinson
Chile
Comets
Star Social Club
Scranton Athletic Club
Roaring Brook Club
South Side Club
Electric Social Club
Manhattan Club
Ba Mary's Glee Club
Turnera
Mra Anne Kresaler
Mogart
Brennan
Court House News Notes
Beranton
Weber
Guernsey
Beadle & Wee
Ballantine
Warsu
Lackawan Te Ayonne
Martin & Delany's
Sala
Cat the Hatter
Eauia
Avenur
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Eves
C. Ditchburn
Lackawanna Ave
A. W. Jurisch
Spruce Street Bicycles and Sporting Goons
Victor, Gendron, Felipas, Lovell, Diamone
Other Wheels
Florey & Holt
CELES
Lave
Columbus Monument
Washington Av
Thea
Alti Blome Carriage Works
Dix. Court
John Hamlin
American Veterinary College
Anasthene
DRS
Hrenwood & Wardell
Bevant
Henwood & Wardell
Wilson
Shimberg
Spruce ST
Old Post Office
Hartman
Santo
Antonio Hartmann
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