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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1897

Page

7

West Side Club Promotes Welsh Singers Visit to Washington

The West Side Anthracite Wee Club, a Welsh singing group led by William Connell, returned Saturday night after a trip to Washington for a reception and performances. They performed at the Library, the Washington Hotel, and the New House, with notable appearances by Cong Moran and Mrs. Connell. The group gave a concert at the National Hall and mingled with local notables before departing.

William Connell McKishley Washington Olly Ranglinear Jose PS Palipe Levehon McKinley Serenia MWD Washington Pdet Anthimeelle Saranton Ottiers Thorediy Tye National Tri Vue Otter Tnt Allah Nieniles Chgenoga Universine Bando Imaugnestion Columbia Coutts

Jones Davis Nuptials At Calvary Bapt ist Church

The wedding of Jones and Davis was held at Calvary Baptist Church in Taylor with a small family party. Rev B Hueris and Thomas W Jones officiated the ceremony. The couple will reside at 37 Lane Mis Street, Bellevue. The Davis family expects the new home to be completed soon.

Calvary Baptier Taylor Thomas W. Jones Bellevue Missie Voling Thome Davis Taylor Eltisern Jone Js Mosten de Hes Istale Bremdeloth Owlith Grievsia Mr Jones Lune Mis Street Jones

Bellevue Names Four Local Officials

Thomas Price J W Hopkins Joseph Gray and B Bowen are listed as current officials in Bellevue with roles unspecified, reflecting a local government or organizational roster.

Thomas Price J. W. Hopkins Joseph Gray B. Bowen Bellevue

Neighborhood Dispute Ends In Street Fight

Albert Price and a farmer named Wie Joys clashed over a marriage quarrel at the corner of Price street and Palmview avenues. A pitched battle drew police after a stone struck a woman and alarms rang, with all principals arrested.

Albert Price Price Street Palmviewaves

Robt Hand Willie Pikce accused in hold up case

Fragmentary report says Robt Hand and Willie Pikce linked to abducting Arthur Robertson in a ball incident. Al Blair mentioned. Saturday a caps set connected to events. Constable Moneid Thovis arrested two men for theft. Taylor played by Mr Jowell. Youths aged twelve to fifteen involved.

Ron Robert Hand Willie Pikce Arthur Robertson al. German Blair Hite Te Lara Chiwretor Hahn Hiawell Moneid Thovis Eudtnidter Tools TV Ing Teadin ‘Taylor Mr Jowell Meres Ronge

Local official briefs miss election dates in city coverage

A public note criticizes a columnist for failing to explain when municipal elections were held. The author argues the piece shows a persistent lack of knowledge on local election timing and urges accurate reporting.

Hifi

Village Notices and Local Personal Calls in Stimldbutis Sutasehay

Vion town items report Viton PT Pulver visiting cousin Arthur Van Vitet on Washbwin street returning home. James J. She travels to Wilkes Padre for five weeks with Jonnie Thoms. Walter Morgan's daughter L. Morgan headlined burial plans at Washtuen street cemetery. Annie Davies travels to New York this week for millinery business. Harriet C. Davis Florist advertises cut flowers and designs. Morgan's Pharmacy lists prescriptions and supplies. Second hand furniture ad by J.C. King in West Lackaow. Spring humors remedies promote Sarsaparilla and Hood’s Pills for liver and bowels.

Oviton Pulver Arthur van Vitet Washbwin Street Stimldbutis Sutasehay James J. She Clarke Bruk Wilkes-Padre Jonnie Thoms Waehhaen Strevit New York City Davis Drewellyn Sehuyl- Hil County Walter L. Morgan North Main Avenue oOelook Washtuen Street Annie Davies Fourteenth Street New York Huginete Department of the Clobe Flower de Binns Palmer & McDonalds Id Spruce West Side Harriet C. Davis South Main Aventue Jackson Street Morgan's Pharmacy N. Main Avenue J.C. King

Suburban Society Notes and Local Gatherings

Yesterday afternoon Mise lL Christophel led a gospel meeting at the Young Women's Christian Association rooms on Cedar Avenue Mrs Peter Conway of New York visiting Cedar Avenue. The funeral of Mrs John Sheridan occurred last Friday afternoon at his home on Stone Avenue. Miss Kathe Durkin of Pittsburgh visiting on Hiver Street. Charles Kennedy seriously ill at his home on Washington Avenue. James Griffin returned from a week in Philadelphia. James Robinson and wife of Pitts ton spent Sunday with friends on Mil vie Street. Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 4 met at Kavelly’s Hill. Friday evening an informal reception honored the wife who took part in Martha Washington tea at Hickory Street Presbyterian Church the week before. The society entertained at home by Mrs Sprudke. Refreshments served at 10:30. Mr Hohn Rosemurgay and Thomas Marti left for Alaska. Mr and Mrs Nichols of Scranton visiting relatives in Manthel. The party celebrated Martha Washington tea with entertainment by Mr Husster. Numerous local residents attended.

Mise Ll. Christophel Young Women's Christiin Association Wes Cedar Avetlin Peter Conway New York City Cedar Avenue John Sheridan Fran Stone Avenue Kathe Durkin Plitstun vVieltnie Hiver Street Charles Kennedy Washington Avenue James Gritfin Nn Oweek Philadelphia James Robinson Pittston Milvie Street Division 4 Ancient Order of Hibernicans Board of Brin Kavelly's Hill Martha Wishington Hickory Street Presbyterian Church Stephen S. Apruks Sprudke Weir Eames Aleka Sar Mr4 Nicholeon Scranton Jermiyon Welle Manthel Charles Hi Piunester Martha Waalilfigtonm Huester Mer Mae Bor Mietne Misses Baulee Lydie Uind Allartha Nondt Marny Jwook Heuster Chevirge Freehan Choajee Pauline & Mo Nonali’s SH Spruve

Death of Edward Angwin Sr and local community events

Edward Angwin Sr died Saturday after injuries from a bell incident. Survived by his wife and five children Edward, Richard, Harry, and two daughters, with funeral in Dunmore Cemetery after services at the Methodist church. Details of fraternal memberships and a village debate at Boyle Hill are noted among memorials and community activities.

Funeral for Mathew Phillipe to be held on Summit Avenue

The funeral for Mathew Phillipe Hed Priday is set for this afternoon at 2 o clock from Summit Avenue residence. Rev Jones D D pastor of the Welsh Congregational Church will conduct the service and interment will follow in Whehburn Street cemetery.

Mathew Phillipe Willi Whick Summit Avenue Seovicen Jones D D Welsh Congregational Church Whehburn Street Henry Martin McDonough Avenue Aberdon Ome Spectal Cmeer Bole Green Ridge Reilly Thule Eine Pitriainen Jampalow Islands HLS Heruenied Alisa Genevieve Cillespie Pittefon Fela Ladott West Market Ciroh Frank Apd West Maret Cxo DE Oporto Maren Sth Kiewitito Wihler Splinextyert

Pittston Obituary Highlights Local Notables

Long obituary notices recall the life of John Tt Pear de vei He passed away Saturday at his home in Pittston He was a charter member of several local organizations and served as office holder in the Independent Order of Odd Fellows He leaves two children and a host of relatives His funeral is set for Wednesday at Stee Pheri Church with burial in Dunmore cemetery Also mentioned is the death of Mrs Elligareth Youriet widow of the late Willems Youres and other regional deaths and services.

Pittston Elise John Tt Pear Tohn Bt Meatow Timylory Somerkersure Enel Dawen Colle Guister Mate Suman Braid Street Te Niel Simne Tire Sovah Main Tle Thistle Aly Wismiso Murelver rMs Stean Tilley Peon Ani Aleters Miller Culifornias Mira Hoviting Thi Spry Gav Mundeplae Sigguel W

Obituary notices from Wilkes-Barre area overdue deaths

A string of death notices from the Wilkes-Barre region recounts the passing of multiple residents. Notables include Mrs. Saily Laban. Noguata, widow of August Hammerman. Monroe Firnite. John Wharton. and others with details on survivors, burial sites, and services.

Local Institute at Moscow Teachers Gather for Fifth District

The Fifth district teachers hold a tristite at the Moscow school on Shchudday and Minted Whine will offer two sessions, morning and afternoon. The program lists lectures by Sarah Me Andrew DAs Ton and others, with readings, papers, and discussions on topics from history to arithmetic. Martin Paper, principal He OH, and Miss Quangules lead sessions, with refreshments arranged by patron Martin.

Moscow Heart Sank Saseast Ettablorap Sarah Me Andrew Das Gertrude Beutel Alther Rite Co Lloyd Paper Wimawing Princina Kaap Pereneeton Martin Selaytith He OH Boebtiey Veeee Valugha Pat Uh KR. AL

Broken Window Garners Early Evening Incident

A large plate glass window in the Arcade was broken early last evening by an unseen force. Police investigated the scene as witnesses reported a disturbance nearby with no injuries reported.

Pyramid Pile Cure Promoted as Permanent Cure

An advertisement asserts Pyramid Pile Cure offers a permanent cure for all forms of piles including itching, with a flat applicator for instant relief. It claims the remedy is free from narcotics, widely recommended by physicians, and sold by druggists nationwide at 60 cents per pack.

Albion Mich al Pws United States

Three men flee after drunken disturbance at Arcade

At the Arcade entrance two youths were harassed by an older drunk man. When warned to move on he bumped them and slapped their backs. One youth struck him in the face with a wooden implement, sending the man sprawling into a photographer’s display, smashing a window at the Topay Diamond store, and the trio then fled the scene.

White Topay

Bryan to Speak in Lithia Rock amid Davis Portrait Debate

W J Bryan is slated to give an address in Lithia Rock Arkansas next week as Democrats prepare for receptions. Representative Smith of Cross County proposed removing Jefferson Davis’s portrait from the legislative chamber and replacing it with Bryan’s painted portrait. The proposal sparked loud protests and heated debate with chants of Never and Not on Your Davis, not coming down.

Lith Rock Ark W. J. Bryan Smith Cross County Jefferson Davis Legislative Chamber Tto Bryan Souk Davis

Child Burned to Death in Port Norrie Fire

The Reed residence at Port Norrie burned last night killing four year old Bertha Reed. A second child and Mr. Reed were seriously burned and Mrs Head is in critical condition. The fire started when a lamp overturned.

Port Norrie Riku Reed Bertha My. Reel Gérldtiely Mrs. Head

Furnaces Lighted in Newport After Illness Break

After more than a year of idle time the Marehall Prov furnace at Newport was lit yesterday. Fifty men will gain employment and enough orders are booked to sustain operation for a year.

Newport, Pd Marehall

Fragmented Newi Crientar Prompts Business Insight

A damaged OCR fragment hints at a local booklet or newspaper item linking business success with printing supply. The text mentions a Tribune offering printing services and a call to "Try us" with a focus on affordable booklets or pamphlets.

Spring Silks Silks Fashion Offerings From Makers Both Local and Foreign

Display of silk designs textures and qualities from American and foreign manufacturers at prices appealing to the general public and discerning buyers.

High Class and Staple Dress Goods Preview

High class as well as staple dress goods of every description including a complete line of Grenadines Draperies Coverts Cheviots Tweeds and Fancy Black Dress Goods in all the latest shades.

Laces Dress Trimmings and Embroideries Offered at Low Prices

In these departments we are ready to offer everything a lady may require for adornment with elaborate variety and astonishingly low prices for new goods. The best products of France Germany and Switzerland are here in nearly the same variety as in houses ten times our capacity.

France Germany Switzerland

Ladies' Suits Prompt Spring Stock Sale Preview

A local tailor announces an exceptionally lively coming season for tailor-made ladies suits. Spring stock is on sale with three standout lots featuring mummy and Scotch mixtures in tallormade sets, English cheviot serge, and covert cloth, all jackets fully satin lined and with new model skirts.

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West Side Department Charles Watking Lafayette Meg Tn H. Harris OVS TALL Samter Brothers South Side Dunmore Edward Angwin Attenton Nadward Hichard Harry Atrfield George Dainty Methodist Precopul Whiteh Alwin Order of Odd Fellows Boyle's Hill Pinkney Miro Willams Mr Binktes Adres Carles le Hawley Sepantan Wilh Oda Fellows Mitch Powick AO Buyder Peper Hobilay IWL Wipterstein Jiscob Bivonsan Cheong Pdep Junkie Order of United Amnerican Mechanics Dudley Street Etuieh Wilter Smith Wille Etniiet Eliw Othe Danmore Presbyterian Eharch A. D. Blacknogted Ile Society Milvibeth Young Mies Jesse Puller Inez Paddys Alee Money Avenue Nod Foieiments Alea W. He Stevens Mioutioe Brown J. A. Puller Antlel Piter Castoria Providence Serrel Co Wilbur Fridogy Dawerbter Mra Oscar Frepmian S.Y Swinton Notin Uy Dias Eivter Sally Lavneh Winisor N.o Hha Dariter Tear Preemin Dohn Wibur Binghamton Baiochy Stee Pheri Peat W. W. Alexander Wyoming Horfield Wyoming Seminary Weeloyan Universaigy P.M Dave Yonkers Thirrytown N.Y Afetnepalitias Ottthal Higehwinton O O'Eleok J. HH. Kade Offfiiming WL Shugun Wyoming Sentir Elligareth Willems Yous Familly Cherry Street James Young Thomas Young Beyden JT Mowrs Alexandler Daylid Robert Kigte Joan Elizabeth Young Alexander Amith More Young Krervices Hell Lothe Howe Woypears Lewis Newhart Fident Delaware Diaon Saily Labar Fodatter George Laban Hel Palmet Swati Cevellal Kimoli Meade Ner Bri Monroe Firiite Noguata August Hammerman Grip Tollowhit South Hethilehenk Fann Kemmeerer Hiehae Anthony Kemmerer Wind Gap Uvediah Siyuidet- Wile SY Sure Mondhy Zhaya John Oh, Wihton Salem Oakhorndale Fylde Leforg Wilson Wes AG. Wien TSS Wihlow Hiie Lee Wilis Dion Mr Mauls Bitte Ghani Mithiet Newtons Talay Vinees Caverlig Lentover Wilkes-Hirre Fife York Hartford Collins Fiamira Jacob Stiebner Henney Steinhauer Whim Lewts Melby Owl Stuebmer Wilkie Henjamin Golder Fisylie Columbin County Die du Chitin Saturnus W. A. Simony New Milford Township Fasquehanna County Pareamenta Lorna Aweet Lathrop Colme Sweet Alford Dinil Mee Hother Tresijolus Brooklyn Ciaon Mildre Ted Sanre Mire John I. Mefole Penn Avenue Dieg Ithe Howe Sseretouk Tile Otiernden Berit Myde Park Mitidter Connors Gend Purlek Welidiy Wure Ralph Parels Washburn Street Arm John Philline South Ryerent Avene John Keefe Dupont PashaWwis Market Budget Cemetery Fittateri Local Institute Lilseusstuay Alusso Peinotpad Duper Gertrude Simuonk el Martin Tulh Vancey S McCarthy Dilecunnion Knupp Miss Quangules Bron Sdammli Taster Sarah Vin Brunt Vala Wilihr Kathryn McDade Ce Inetpal Koril Song Jeff Davis and Arkansas the Frothingham Waagner&le Ma Joint Jeanain Hou Joseph Apti authOor Gr Bert Vaitipe Agustos Rito Davis’ Theater Greater New York MT. Pleasant Commonwealth Building Dealera WM. T. Smith Jersey Pierge Penn Ave Nonpwailopes Aeute Luzerne County Wington Henry Belin, Jr Wyoming Avenue Third National Bank Agenciba Thos, Ford John B Smith & Son Plymouth Muliligan Wilkes Re Ates Repauno Chemical Company Academy OF Music Prince of Fun Makers John J. Kennedy Peitures
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