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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1894

Page

3

Local Gossip Notes Include Williamsport Visitors and Travels

Roy Bailey of Williamsport visits at the Wyoming. Martin Maloney of Philadelphia was in the city yesterday. M Whitesell and G W Taylor of Alehem are at the Weatminster. Miss Tereas Carey of North Main avenue returned from Elina and Uinehamton visits. Walter A Wood of Honesale chairs the Wayne county Republican committee in town. G Spaulding, Lehigh Valley Express route agent, is at the Westminster. Mr and Mrs P J Casey return from Florida welding tour and stay at the Wyoming. George W Engle, absent seventeen years, reunites Tuesday and camps at Lynieol bis. Mr and Mrs Sidney Broadbent and Victorian Broadbent travel from New York to New Orleans then plan Southern Pacific to California. Attorney BR J Beamish returns from Harrisburg after urging pardon for Wallace Snow in Danville pay office case.

Roy Bailey Williamsport Wyoming Martin Maloney Philadelphia M. Whitesell G. W. Taylor Alehem Weatminster Sidney Broadbent Victorian Broadbent Carl New York New Orlean Southern Pacific Railroad California BR. J. Beamish Bas Harrisburg Board of Pardons Wallace Snow Spsicer Danwore

Company approves bridge plan with conditions on height

Joseph P. Philips writes that the company is not opposed to the proposed Linden street bridge extension across Delaware Lackawanna and Western and Delaware and Hudson tracks to Swede Street, provided the height of 21 feet or more is guaranteed. A final decision awaits finished plans, with a single-span bridge for the fall road bed and main line, and possible piers at division lines for an economical two-span design.

Joseph P. Philips Sity Scranton Hix Delaware, Lackawanna and Weatero Diamond Delawaware and Huiltonapur Lickawinna Delaware Hadeon Lackawanga Traly Bows Huginear Albany Den

Hearing Before Wills Register on Nichols Will

Yesterday in Clark's Summit a hearing before Register of Wills Koehler examined the will of the late Sarah Nichols. James Nichola cited George Fr. Warner to produce a will Warner allegedly possessed. Warner testified he never had the will or knowledge of its existence. The hearing was adjourned to a future agreed time.

Register of Wills Koehler Sarah Nichols Clark’s Summit

County Suits Over Bail Bond Forfeiture

County Solicitor H A Knapp began suit against William H Harris to recover $100 on a bail bond for Joel Stackhouse who failed to appear in court for desertion. The case was called in October and Stackhouse’s bail was forfeited.

William H. Harris Joel Stackhouse Suraty H. A. Knapp Yeaterday

St David's Day Supper and Death of a Hyde Park Resident

West Side community notes announce the St David's Day supper at Tabernacle Congregational Church with an evening of music and remarks. David Jenkins of Keyser Avenue dies after illness. funeral set for Saturday at 2 PM. Joseph Summerhill receives a band leadership offer from Erie. Bridget C'Brien, 21, dies, funeral at 1 PM. Mrs James Williams obituary noted. Local social events described include an evening at John Frank's home and a forthcoming infant funeral. several residents face legal and health concerns.

Tabernacle Congregational Church David Jenkins Keyser Avenue Joseph Summerhill Bauer's Erie Bridget Cbrien Mrs. Paghe Todeday Puenmeonta St. Patrick's Church Mra Paghe Luzerne Street Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery John Frank Swetland Street

Fresh Scenic Dress Lifts Local Theater Presentation

The current production showcases a well chosen scenic arrangement and a troupe of earnest, capable performers delivering a carefully interpreted show. The furnishing and staging give the venue a new season friendly appearance and enhance the overall effect.

Election Certificates Show Select and Common Council Votes

Prothonotary Pryor filed election certificates listing votes for select councilmen and common councilmen. Result figures include Wade Finn 29, James Flynn 938, Vetter 0b, Clark 27, Groldan 176, Carr 10, Wagner 187, Manley 246, etc. Common council results include Simon Thomas, Roe 272, John Ragan 200, Godfrey 180, Sweeney 280, Voyle 295, Morrison 471, Princeoia 459, Wiehkey 610, Franz 0.

Pryor Common Council Wade M. Finn James J. Flynn W. Thomis W.C. Vetter ML EL Clark Patrick Groldan Fo. Carr BE. J. Wala C.F. Wagner C. J. Manley J. PF. Kearney Pof. McCann G. F. Kallow William Kellow Michael Buros John Cawley A. T. Counell Thomas Mechail Simon Thomas We Hl, Roe John BE. Ragan Mod. Roane FL OS Godfrey M Schwartzkop Charles Wonzal Morgan Sweeney H.W. Voyle Pood. Nowlin Hook. Kingboom C H Schadt J. W. Browning James I Noon Ho ME. Williama MV. Morris A. L. Princoia Daniel Atthe PJ. Wiehkey August Franz

South Side sewer plan eyed by trade board

Dr Healy and a corps on the South Side measure levels for a proposed sewer district. Eleventh ward residents push to proceed despite neighbors in the west. Twelfth and Nineteenth wards would face future costs for dead territory. The bullet that entered Kontaciler’s face remains unfound. Drs O’Brien and King report possible healing issues. Funeral for Fred Hamm today. Rose Helriegel and Henry J. Sanday engaged. Blewitt campaigning on the South Side.

Dr. Healy Pasi Meadurementa Levela Connell O'Brien King Kontaciler J. Mesaitt St. John’s Catholic Total Abstinence Society Mesalt Fred Hamm Petersburg Coaththolic Blewitt Mids Rose Helriegel Henry J. Sanday Mise Helriegel O. L. Helriegel Cedar Avenue Sanday Scranton Traction Company

Rumor of District Reversion Debated in Municipal Building

A discussion in the Municipal building yesterday centered on a circulating rumor that the city school district might revert to old practices. Mr. Wortiser dismissed any contingency and warned that a district elected six controllers at large would be unwise, urging ward representatives instead.

Wwerw Wortiser

The Struggle of Life at the Academy of Music

A melodrama performance titled The Struggle of Life played at the Academy of Music last evening. The scenic effects impressed the small audience and featured actors William Stafford Lincoln AW Wagenhala Frederick Savile Miss Hoge Stat and Mira Mabel Florence with strong support from the company. The show will be repeated tonight for patrons who enjoy melodrama.

Academy Academy of Music William Stafford Lincoln AW Wagenhala Prederick Saville Miss Hoge Stat Mira Mabel Florence Academy of Maaic Peraona

Grambo Posts Bail in Liquor Charge Case

Frank Grambs Entern Bail for appearance at court as agent of American Brewing Co of New York. Charge filed by Drawers' association. Charles Palkowscky acts as security in $5 auto. Warrants issued for John Neary and Jolie Fort, Koehler Brewing Co agents.

Frank Grambo South Side American Brewing Company of New York Alderman Wright Drawers’ Association Charlies Palkowscky Mr. Grambo John Neary Koehler Brewing Company Jolie Fort

Professor Boller to Lecture on The World's Fair

Professor Albert Boller of the University of Pennsylvania will speak at the Young Men’s Christian Association hall next Monday evening on “The World's Fair” for the benefit of the Young Women’s Christian Association. He is renowned as a lecturer, and the talk is expected to be highly entertaining.

Albert Boller Young Men's Christian Association Young Women's Christian Association University of Pennsylvania Boller

Charter Granted and Borough Council Concessions Granted

Harrisburg state department granted a charter to the Olyphant Sewage and Drainage Company on Tuesday. At Olyphant borough council, the company was authorized to construct and maintain sewers within the borough limits. The company’s officers include W. W. Patterson president and John F. Cummings secretary among others. Local merchants advertise various goods and services in the area.

State Department Harrisburg Olyphant Sewage and Drainage Company Olyphant Borough Council W. W. Patterson William Mahon John FP Cummings T. Frank Jordan William J. Schubinehl James J. Cummings al. J. Livinsud BP O Malley

It Will Be Ready for Occupancy Next Monday

Workmen finished moving furniture in the United States Court room on the second floor of the Federal building. The judge's chamber and the district attorney's and United States commissioner’s offices were fitted and furnished. Commissioner Colburn moved to his new office. Some court room work remains but it will be ready for the United States circuit court opening next Monday.

United States Court Room Federal Building Troe United States Commissioner's Colburn United States Circuit Court

Pearce and Mary Arnold Wed in City Ceremony

Dr. Pearce and Mary Arnold tied the knot in Elm Park church after interviewing the Clerk of the Courts Thomas. The couple, both described as past the first fund of youth, were married at the residence of Rev. Dr. Pearce, pastor of Elm Park church, in the city yesterday.

Pearce E Armstrong Plainfield N. Y Mary Arnold Winfield

Eastern Pennsylvania Trotting Circuit to Meet Next Tuesday

The Eastern Pennsylvania Trotting circuit including Allentown Pottsville Bethlehem Wilkes-Barre and Scranton will convene in Allentown next Tuesday to plan spring and fall meetings. Race purses for the two events total 35 000.

Pennsylvania Heading Pottstown Allentown Bethlehem Wilkes- Barre Scranton

Vinwera Reports Questioned by City Solicitor Torrey

City Solicitor James H. Torrey filed exceptions to the three reports by viewers who assessed property damage from the Fourth district main construction and the grading of Tenth Street and Bromley Avenue. The solicitor challenges the findings on multiple grounds.

Torrey James H. Torrey Fourth District Tenth Street Bromley Avenue

Romantic Melodrama Blue Grass at Academy of Music

Blue Grass a romantic melodrama will be staged at the Academy of Music next Monday evening. The Philadelphia North American notes scenes set in Kentucky with authentic country characters and a dramatic, purposeful plot. The Chestnut Street theater last night offered the romantic play Blue Gray to good quality entertainment in Philadelphia.

Rcenia Academy of Music Philadelphia Kentucky Chestnut Street Phila

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