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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1898
Page
9
Knights of Pythias Dunmore Lodge No. 167 held a well attended session for Mary Le Healey funeral services were conducted at St Marys Church. Borough council discussed hydrant condition track relocation on Electric avenue and insurance renewals while recognizing foreign insurance tax receipts of 711. A Dunmore lodge entertainment raised the group’s reputation.
Knights of Pyt s lodge No 167 held a banquet at Odd Fellows hall with broad invitations and strong attendance. Hyde Park lodge No 11 sent a large delegation led by E A Jones A Brown John Edwards and many others while Falling Spring lodge Pittston sent Edward Hughes W Jones and William in a notable guest list.
The funeral of Mary Ts Healey wife of Andrew J Healey of Tripp Street took place yesterday morning from St Marys Catholic Church. A large crowd attended the solemn service with a Requiem Mass led by Rev M B Donian and a funeral sermon by Rev Father Donlan praising her charitable life and steadfast faith. Interment followed in St Marys Cemetery with pallbearers listed as James H Kelly Joan J Flannelly J E Swift Thomas H Walsh T O Kelly and F E J Lynett.
Mr and Mrs Feterman rejoice over the arrival of a daughter Pearl Wells of Dalton who has been the guest of Mlle Theresa Cook on Mheelnut street and returned home yesterday. Tutelick Corcoran of East Drinker street suffers an injured hand with blood poison set in. John Coleman and Thomas McDonnell spent yesterday with friends in Throop. Members of the independent Hose company are asked to meet at their rooms this evening at eight oclock.
Heralded Baltimore shortstop Hugh Jennings may coach Cornell baseball candidates in late March and early April. A varsity player reported Jennings would be glad to lead Captain Young’s men for about a month before the regular league season starts. The baseball committee of the athletic council will decide.
A large attendance at the Tabernacle Congregational church observed St David's Day with a banquet, musical numbers, and speeches by Walter S. Bevan and Prof. James R. Hughes. Mrs. Jones and other volunteers hosted tables, and Prof. Hughes praised St David as a religious guide and educator.
After Electric a m No 38 weekly gathering members enjoyed a cake walk with about twenty five couples taking part. Winners were Robert Eldred and Mrs Rachel Harris. A cake guessing contest failed to declare a winner as no one guessed contents. Stereopticon views by Linden V Decker and Robert Eldred followed by refreshments. Committee: Mrs Eliza Alvord Mrs Etta Biddlman Mrs Lou Berry Miss Mary James Mrs Tizzie Dorsey and Mrs Ida Eldred.
William N. Chase of North Bromley Avenue had an exciting Sunday visit at Penn Argyl in Northampton County when news reached Lehigh and New England railroad headquarters of a wreck at North Bangor about five miles from Penn Argyl.
Daily at druggists Kemps Balsam for the Throat and Lungs touted as the most successful remedy for Coughs Croup Bronchitis Asthma and Consumption. Encourages keeping a bottle at home to check a cold at once. Bottle price Price not clearly stated.
For five hundred years the Sprudel Salt water from Carlsbad is offered near you as a cure for stomach liver bowels kidneys bladder gout rheumatism diabetes and obesity. The genuine imported version bears Eisner & Mendelson Co. New York signature on every bottle and is sold at all druggists.
A large crowd of friends and sympathizers gathered at the Mission of the Plymouth Congregational church on Sherman avenue yesterday afternoon to mourn Richard Price. Services began at 2.45 led by Rev. Thomas de Gruchy with the mission choir. Interment followed at Washburn street cemetery, pallbearers named.
A delightfully planned surprise party was held Monday night at Miss Margaret Thomas home on Mullien Street. The event featured games and music with vocal and instrumental pieces by W W Evans D Davis BD Smith and J Thomas, with many guests in attendance including numerous Misses and Messrs such as Annie Howells Jennie Davis Helen Joseph Lizzie Jos teph Mary A Davis Gwennie Reese Jennie Hawkins Mary Burke Bessie Fowler Reba Thomas Humphrey Thomas Davis Morgan Thomas John Jones David Smith Charles Hawley Chide Phillips Reese Hawking Lone Lewis Gilbert H Thomas Iona George Abram Thomas and more.
The Thimble club a sewing circle of Simpson chapel Epworth League held its weekly meeting last evening at 1008 Latay elite Street. Members enjoyed intricate work while gentlemen played games and a light luncheon was served before departure.
Benjamin Evans son of Mr and Mrs James Evans of North Hyde Park avenue leaves for New York today and will sail to Buenos Ayres South America to engage in prospecting. He is about thirty and has lived in California and Montana. He is brother to Mrs P W Tagore and Mrs Morgan Thomas and Mrs E Rohathan. His father works as foreman at the Diamond mines where Evans has been employed.
David HR Jones, resident of onland avenue Pellegue, injured in a coal fall. Fractured rib and contusions treated at home by Dr. J J Roberts. A brother earlier injured died after illness. Polarider Stephen Pennett also injured, transported to Lackawanna hospital with a compound leg fracture.
William Price Sr of South Malin avenue, a longtime undertaker, celebrates advanced age but remains active in the family business. A well known city figure, his friends note his continued involvement and health as he nears another milestone.
The Continental and Archbald collieries received their February wages yesterday. Hallstead and Diamond workers will be paid today. A correction notes John Power O Connor is residing at 222 North Bromley Avenue. awaiting friends on the West Side. Traction company men repaired tracks on South Main Avenue between Scranton and Washburn. Stella Williams, thirteen months, died at Slain Patch. funeral tomorrow at Washburn Street Cemetery. An operation was performed on Mrs. Bunnell of Punxsutawney at West Side hospital. Mrs. Whitehouse of the Pyne improving but to undergo six weeks of treatment. Jack Walsh of Keyser Valley accused of assault at a hole-in-the-wall on Lackawanna township. police report mixed outcome. Baptist Young People Union of Scranton Street Baptist church held roll-call. Rev. Mathews spoke. social and refreshments followed.
John Callahan, a miner in Storrs shaft No 3, suffered a severe head and body injury when coal shot out while clearing faces. He was taken to his Brick Avenue home for treatment. A Welsh eisteddfod at West Market Street Welsh Paprist church on March 1 drew strong local interest and choir rivalry. Rev. W G Watkins spoke at the Berean Baptist church jubilee in Carbondale.
A Greensburg Indiana clergyman's wife recounts suffering from neuralgia of the heart and recovery after using Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. She testifies the pills relieved pain, restored nerve strength, and led to a full cure, urging others to seek the remedy. The article notes neuralgia of the heart as a nervous system and blood disease consequence and cites notary affidavits supporting the testimony. The pills are sold by druggists at 50 cents a box or six boxes for several dollars.
Funeral services were held yesterday for Mrs Annie Lintodd from Parker Street with interment in Dunmore cemetery. The infant child of Mr and Mrs Frank Payne was buried at Blythe Park Catholic cemetery after prayers at the parental home on Oak Street. Christian Endeavor choir held a rehearsal at Providence Presbyterian church and a Crystal Literary and Debating Society election announced new officers. A liquor-law enforcement update named several defendants ordered to court. Local residents attended St David's Day services at Tabernacle International church. Birth announced for Llewellyn Morgans daughter. Marquette council held an important Young Men's Institute meeting. Various residents reported travel, illness, and visits to relatives in Plymouth and New York City.
A scanned listing shows firms and professionals in Scranton including attorneys Willard Warren & Knapf, Dr. Kay moving to Woll Wyoming and Mulberry, Paul Astite security loans, and Frank P Brown & Co woodware dealers. Entries reference addresses on Washington Avenue, Spruce Street, and Wyoming Avenue.
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