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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1900

Page

6

St Patrick Parochial School Holds Fourteenth Annual Commencement

The St Patrick Parochial School held its fourteenth annual commencement in the church basement with hundreds in attendance. Graduates Joseph G. Mettaffrey Lawrence T. McWilliams Mortimer T. Hogan received honors for excellence. a three act drama Enterprising Gold Seekers impressed, and Lawrence McWilliams gave the valedictory. The program included drills, musical numbers, and a reception with refreshments and a dance by Professor Thomas Rainey.

St. Patrick's Parochial School Joseph GB. Mettaffrey Lawrence TI. McWil- Hams Mortimer T. Z. Hogan Mortimer Hogan Joseph McCaffrey Lawrence McWilliams Puplia

Funeral services held for Thom Johns at family residence

Services over the remains of Thom Johns were conducted at 10 o’clock yesterday morning at the family residence on South Stromley avenue by Rev. Hugh Davis of the South Main Avenue Welsh Calvinistic Methodist church, assisted by Jes Simpkins of Hawley. A quintet of Elisabeth and Margaret Thomas, David Stephens and Philip Warren sang. Pallbearers included J. Hornbaker, G. Brown, Philip Swarts, William Madden, Charles Bush and A. C. Mitchell. flower bearers were J. Mornbaker, Mrs Philip Swarts, Mrs Wenger and Mrs Brown. Burial followed at Moscow cemetery.

Thom Johns Oelowk South Stromley Avenue Hugh Davis South Main Avenue William Madden Charles Bush A. C. Mitchell J. Mornbaker Philip Swarts Wenger Vrown Moscow Cemetery

Electric City lodge elects officers and appoints rep to grand lodge

The Knights of Pything met in Tworite hall and elected officers Chancellor commander Fred Thivhl vice commander Edmund Thomas prelate Morgan Thomas master of exchequer Louis Crist master of finances G Summerhill keeper of records and seal William Crist master at arms Edward Roberta inside guard Wolf Johnson outside guard M Hamnish trustee eighteen months Enoch Evans William Crist chosen representative to the grand lodge meeting in Harrisburg on August 21.

Electric City Lodge Knights of Pything Tworite Hall Fred Thivhl Edmund Thomas Morgan Thomas Louis Crist G. Summerhill Wiliam Crist Edward Roberta Wolf Johnson M. Hamnish Enoch Evans William Crist Grand Lodge Harrisburg

Linden Street Man and Miss Owens Wed at Home

A. J. Kegis of Linden street and Miss Jennie Owens of 336 North Lincoln avenue were married last evening at the bride’s mother's home. Rev Thomas de Gruchy officiated. A flower girl led the couple down a daisled staircase and a wedding supper followed. They will reside at the newly furnished home and take no wedding trip.

A. J. Kegis Linden Street Jennie Owens Lincoln Avenue Harriet Owens Hev. Thomas de Gruchy DPD Jackson Street Baptist Church Ruth Williams

Simp son Methodist church Gleaners host house social

The Gleaners, a diligent group from Simp son Methodist Episcopal church, organized a house social to entertain attendees. Their ongoing volunteer efforts and recent events highlight their active role in church community activities.

Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church

West Scranton Supper Honors New Entertainer Will Jennines

A social event at South Main avenue hosted by Mr and Mrs George B Carson drew a large crowd last evening. Will Jennines gave humorous recitations and sketches in his first West Scranton appearance. Elizabeth Helser sang solo with Edith Swingle, Delia Pennallen played piano, and ice cream was served to patrons. W A Stur devant provided acetylene lighting for house and lawn illumination.

George B. Carson South Main Avenue Will Jennines West Scranton Elizabeth Helser Edith Swingle Delia Pennallen

City Christan Endeavor Rally Attended by Twenty Three Societies

Representatives of twenty three societies of the City Christian Endeavor union attended the Washburn Street Presbyterian church rally last evening. Pastor J. PD Moffat presided and gave a welcome address. An orchestra played and speakers discussed the union and future work, with Rev RR Plerei of Penn Avenue Baptist noting the World convention in London next month.

McGraw and Norton Wed at St Patrick's Church

Thomas McGraw of the Continental and Miss Messie Norton of 2907 Jackson Street were married at 10 yesterday morning at St Patrick's Catholic Church by Rev Frank Canavan. Miss Mary Norton served as bridesmaid and Michael Hogan as groomsman. The couple held a reception at the bride's mother Mrs Mary McGraw's home and departed at 12:05 PM for New York aboard the Lackawanna Railroad. They will reside on Jackson Street.

Thomas McGraw Continental Messie Norton Jackson Street St. Patrick's Catholic Church Frank Canavan Mary Norton Michael Hogan Mary McGraw New York Lackawanna Railroad

Married Couple Wed In St Patrick’s Church

Daniel Needham of 1404 Cedar Avenue and Miss Agnes Ford of 388 Ka Wards Court were married at St Patrick’s Catholic Church by Rev Frank Canavan on Wednesday at 8 pm. Attendants were Lawrence Farrell and Miss Alice Tatchford. The couple will reside in South Scranton where Needham works as a foreman at the Lackawanna Knitting Mills. A reception followed at the bride’s home and they later went to New York.

Daniel Needham Cedar Avenue Agnes Ford Ka Wards Court St. Patrick's Catholic Church Frank Canavan Lawrence Farrell Alice Tatchford New York South Scranton Lackawanna Knitting Mills

Clergyman Performs Marriage in Forest City

Rev. D. P. Jones of Tabernacle Congregational officiated at a wedding in Forest City yesterday. Edward Stratford married Miles Margiaret Evans, daughter of Mr and Mrs Elias Evans. The ceremony was at the bride’s parents home, with many local friends attending. The couple will reside at Wandling.

D. P. Jones Tabernacle Congregational Church Forest City King Edward Stratford Miles Margiaret Evans Elias Evans West Scranton Myr Stratford Wandling

NEWS NOTES AND PERSONALS

Eugene DP follows and daughter Christine of South Main avenue left yesterday for Lake Winola. Mrs. Seth Wrigley of South Main avenue learned her sister Mrs. Mary Spicer died Wednesday in West Pittston after two years’ illness. Prothonotary Williams, of Academy street, bitten by a dog while riding his bicycle. wounds cauterized. July 4 shooting matches announced on Gammon's hill with 400 birds prepared. People traveling from Middle Granville to visit relatives. Weat Boeranton Town Tranic club entertained at a port party by Miss Martha Mott. Local notices urge Dywi Sant Jodee election committee meeting. Marriage-related social events noted with various attendees. Several incidents including a major wedding in Archbald and a miner injured at Hyde Park shaft. Welsh event and council dinner referenced. Farewell reception planned for Richard Thomas returning from New York.

Eugene DP Daushter Christine South Main Avenue Yenterday Gammon’s Hill John G. Jenkins Alexander Ann Jenkins Toothstreet Mia Jones Won William Rock Hyper Middle Granville Masters Newton Hoberta Allen Thayer Weat Boeranton Town Tranic Club Mise Maritla Mott Lantheon Way Archhald Mike Kathewn Phillips Acarini Atenet Kingston Childran Nay Ave Park Aber Richard Allen Patrolawn Peters Malle Hartford Alerman Moses Onlhing Davis J. Tuvin James Moravil Ind New York Thomas Howells Fifteenth Street Hyde Park Mary Mire Gann Theis Denton Lange Pvenne St. Beenilen Montrwe Pather Droderick Paul's Pioneer Corps Wilkow Narre Scranton Lawrence Richard Thomas New Wertwrt Wales Jaafiun John

Incoherent Note on Health and Beverage Interest

An unclear fragmented message discusses health and welfare concerns and mentions MYERS. The readable content hints at a personal note or public health interest without concrete events, dates, or identifiable organizations.

South Scranton Maennerchor Heads to Saengerfest in Brooklyn

Six years after its founding the South Scranton Maennerchor has grown to 102 members. They travel to Brooklyn for the nineteenth National Saengerfest third class competition with prizes including a $1,100 piano. The group, led by Prof Gustav Schmidt, includes business men like Gustav Repert and William Ziesemer, and a royal reception awaits them on return.

South Side Tav Schmidt South Scranton Gustav Repert William Ziesemer Fred W. Heimann Charles G. Levert Alfred Ciutheinz Otto J. Thubinson Fred Schunk Peter Zang

Twelve annual commencements at St John’s parochial school

The twelfth annual commencement exercises were held at St John’s hall on Fig street with four young women and one young man graduating. Rev Melley awarded honors to J Duggan Quinn as salute to the class. a notable recital by seven year old Miss C Murray and the valedictory outlined life as a stage and urged perseverance toward a celestial abode.

St. John’s Parochial School St. John's Hall Fig Street John Diugsan Quinn Loretta Anne Halpin Kathryn Veronica Gilboy Margaret Mary Brown Margaret McHugh BE. J. Melley J. Duggan Quinn Aetore Showl Key FE. J. Melley Mozart Donnelly O'Malley Coyne BR. Donnelly Tierney Lavelle M. Boand A. Lavelle M. Smith Mies B. Frown Mazurette Miriam Clisa Abraham M. J. Quinn Saloma K. Gilboy M. McHugh Orpha M. Brown Alilea L. Halpin Salome Beene

Miss C Murray Leads Valedictory Recital

Recitation titled Noble Monuments featured Miss C Murray. Mr John Duggan Quinn addressed the crowd from Nev BE 7 Melley. Hymn to the Sacred Heart and a school piano selection followed with Misses Roche and Coyne assisting.

Angela C. Murray John Dugcan Quinn Melley

Arrests, funerals, and local notices in Scranton brief

Joseph Monte constable of the Twentieth ward was arrested on a warrant issued by Catherine Connors for failure to perform his duties. The funeral of Jace Niuber will be held today with interment at Willston avenue cemetery. The Warbers of South Scranton plan a meeting Monday to set closing times for taverns. Mrs AL Mullerle of Pittston avenue died after illness. Various local residents received sprains, trouble, or trips, with notes on fires and visits. Several names appear including Charles Storder and Peter Kelorman, plus community events at St Johns hall and Lake Ariel excursion.

Joseph Monte Ana Wuerant Catharine Connors Jace Niuher Howling Brook Ter. W. A. North Willston Avenue Cemetery South Scranton Mullerle Pittston Ave Pitta Ten Neon Windeer Dre Gilk Watch Charles Storder Tmitteton Avenue Neptune Lorine Company Lapkaworha Avenue Wayne County Joba O'Donnell Onder Ashernlana Wil Condiet Lake Ariel Satinlay

Pea Cowl Delivery Offer Near South Side and Central Park

Pea Cowl priced at 1.25 per ton delivered to South Side central city and central Tyde Park. Orders to J Ty fuarkey at 1914 Cedar Ave. Phone 6093.

South Side Central City Tyde Park J. Ty Fuarkey Cedar Ave

North Scranton Notes Show Train of Local Events

The town reports a drowning accident yesterday at Cayigs water tank where Helen Decker fell in and was rescued by a nearby miner. A charity dance honors Miss Peidget Mullen on Moom Avenue with a long list of attendees. A fishing contest at Caytyta Inside Accidental fund offers a $15 prize open to all, and bids for a bridal hire are requested. Rehearsals for the North Beranton Cilre lib occurred, a trip to Atlantic City is planned for July 17, and local residents return from travels. Interments, arm injuries, and social calls fill the day’s notes.

Helen Decker Giles Tecker Cayigs Peidget Mullen Moom Avenue Mary Cavanaugh Mrideet Mitchell Hose Mullen Mary Mullen AY Devine Michael Mitchell G. W. Fadden Bow Finnerty J. A. Navipleton Howrt Lake Hill From To Diewelson M. Kelly North Scranton Mes Anna Tenn Gren Street Canada Wefene Atatic City Frank White Church Avenue Missouri Omereaterdagy Bérnard Davis Cokstreet Limon Ina’ Ienty Charles Williams Oak Street Mary Mullally Meter Kells Hak Street Cathedral Fred Mayo Henwood Fidel M. Thor Pitteron Thie Trid Onl Miral Mase Youn Womens Christian Amoctation

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West ST. Patrick's Church Knights of Maccabees Thomas Johns Christian Endeavor Gleaners Mander BE S. Watson Williamsport Columbian Quartette Hertha Thomas Sydney Hughes Bessie Dieht Mildred Lillian Anthony Thomas Rainey Maccabees St. David's Hall William F. Cook W. E. Tilaney Brown The Ladies of the Maccabees Lowry Dufour Knights of Pythias Ientlemen Globe Warehouse Otis Christian Endeavor Rally St. Patrick's Washington, D.C Genesve Pure Food Co le Roy, N. Y P. Myers Junger Maennerchor Brooklyn John Duggan Quinn Joseph Moore Gustav Ecumint Bondale Wea Wyoming Densten Spruce St Tribune Bcranton, PA Moonic and Rashdale Works Laplin & Rand Powder Co D Repauno Chemical Co Florey & Brooks Washington Ave Pilsner Scranton, PA Myer Davidow Lacka. Avenue Gray Bros John Kelly Harding G. B Goodyear Welt Russia MYER Davidow
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