West Scranton Wets Rally Against District Map
The Wetside Central Republican club pressed the anti reapportionment bill and urged opposition by county legislators. Speakers included Mayor W. Ellhayor and A. R. Holmes as they urged unity for West Scranton interests and planned a future meeting with city officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wetside Central
Scranton
Thoss
Suele Cavert
W. EL ‘Vhayor
A. BR. Holmes
Chriffith T. da
Charles RR. Acker
William BR. Wiekes
James Lesshon
William A. Phillips
William A. Browning
Ttrat
Hich Thomas HM. Dale
Forunten
Washington commanders officers installed for the year
Knights of Malta in Red Men's Wall installed officers for the ensuing year on Wednesday evening. Deputy Guard Commander Sir David WW. Jones presided assisted by past Commanders including Sir Knight Commander J. Jtenkina and Jonathan 7 Jones.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Knights of Malta
Red Men's Wall
David WW. Jones
Severalissime
Jonathan
Jones Cape
Notable Freemason Officers Listed In 19th Century Records
General Henry J D Ives serves as prelate while Thomas Heynolds acts as recorder and John M Jones as assistant recorder. James A Hutson is treasurer with John J Morgan as senior warden and Peter Geary as standard bearer. R Beachman is sword bearer and KB Pugh warden. F 8 Bryden sen tinel WH 8 Jacobs fleet guard Evan W Fivans trustee Peter Gealy representative to the grand commendary James A Hateon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry JD. Ives
Thomas Heynolds
John M. Jones
James A Hutson
John J. Morgan
Peter Geary
R. Beachman
KB. Pugh
Bryden
Jacobs
Fieet
Evan W. Fivans
Peter Gealy
James A. Hateon
Worksite death of Thomas Thoms near Nanticoke
The article notes the death of Thomas Thoms at Glen Lyon while working in the mines. He previously lived in the area and was related to ex Select Councilman William Thomas of the Fourth ward. Survived by his wife and several children. Rev Bettie of South Team was to conduct funeral services. The burial planned for Glen Lyon later today with arrangements at the Nanticoke cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Worl
Civilian Endeavor Society Hosts Library Social
Last evening the Civilian Endeavor Society held a library social with members wearing outfits representing book titles. This evening at the chamber of the young ladies an entertainment will be held for parsonage aid with affordable admission. Ladies' Missionary societies meet this afternoon at Mrs Gh O Jenkins home on South Hyde Park Avenue. The Ladies Aid Society report over $90 raised for Washington ten project.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Civilian Endeavor Society
At & O'Vlowk
Washington
Funeral plans and local notices from a Bravery era column
The piece notes a funeral set for tomorrow at 1:80 PM with services at the family home conducted by Rev Thomas de Grouchy of Jackson Street Hospital Church and burial at Washburn Street Cemetery. It also mentions Camp 178 of the Patriotic Order Lone of America initiating candidates, Joseph Muggan relocating to Montana, a hand injury from a fall, and local residents traveling or celebrating a new granddaughter.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thonas de Grouchy
Jackson Street Hapital Church
Washburn Street
Lone of America
Joseph Muggan
Cheetnut Street
Montana
Jammer Soul
West Park
Margaret Shaw
North Myde Park Avenue
New York
Alderman Davies
Fifth Ward
Min Yeaterday
Bel
North Scranton Notes From Washington to Local Happenings
Joseph Stewart and son return from Washington D C. W Hirtley and son attend funeral in Hagieton for Edward Mertz. Carbondale branch office taken by Taysmond Robinson. Mary Edwards heads to Hartford Conn. Burglar vault doors installed at new auditorium bank. FON Charles Melvin fully recovered from injuries. Inter national Brotherhood of Stationary Firemen state convention to be held in Memouth. Knights of Ivthins hull event at Crimes drug store on Main Street. Lockhaven county delegates travel to Delaware and Diedlwen by 58 a m train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joseph Stewart
Jomeph. Jr
West Market Street
Washington, D.C
W. Hirtley
Valentine
North Malin Avenue
Hagieton
Thomas H. Evans
Spring Lane
Mary Edwards
Warren Street
Hartford
Conn
Kelleher
Dean Street
Fon
Charlee Melvin
Storrs
J. L. Decker
Cayuga Street
J. King
Crate
Mareh W
Knights of Ivthins Hull
Main Street
LockhiWwanna County
Delaware and
Diedlwen
Scranton
A. A
Hampton Street Methodist supper supports church fund
The Hampton Street Methodist Episcopal Church board and Ladies Aid served their annual supper in the lecture room last evening. Proceeds will aid the pastor’s salary. The event was well attended and desserts featured the finest delicacies of the season. Supper will be served again this evening with a general invitation to all who wish to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Knights of Malta
Hampton Street M. E
Glee Club
Washington
Hampton Street Methodist Episcopal Church
Ladies’ al Society
William Connell Gloetilene in Scranton Visit
The William Connell Gloetilene touring party received a warm welcome in Washington with favorable impression of Scranton singers. James Kelly, long in charge of telegraphic work at Jenkins drug store, transferred to central office. Thomas Gerrity now in charge of the telegraph in Elizabeth. A year old daughter of Mr Arnel Mire is named Llewellyn Milvia of 35 Exnon street died at 7 o'clock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Connell Gloetilene
Washington Serterdas
Fartie
Scranton
Jamee Kelly
Jenkins’ Drug Store
Eliv
Fee
Thomas Gerrity
Teker
Elizabeth
Armel Mire
Llewellyn Milvia
Exnon Street
Attock
South Scranton Notes Report Local Meetings and Illness
Miss Kate L Stolith leads a Sunday gospel meeting at the Young Women's Christian Association. Michael Barret and Thomas Kenney are ill with grip. Knights of the Golden Eagle and Killielis of Malta hold regular sessions. Catholic Benevolent and Belief association meets. Lenten services planned at St Johns St Marys and St Stanislaus churches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kate L. Stolith
Ecletice
Oural City
Christian Assidiuin Toms
Michael Barret
Prospect Avenue
Moltke Castle
Knights of the Golden Eagle
Freeborn
Young Women's Christian Association
Noes
Thomas Kenney
Fig Street
Grant
Church loan exemption continues at Morristown church
The loan exemption at the Methodist Episcopal Church will run from 3 to 6 this afternoon and close tonight. There was no meeting of the school board last night due to a holiday.
Community notices from Green Ridge pastors and choirs
The Green Ridge churches and missions announce events through Friday including a Mel and Missionary study, a Presbyterian clune program for members and thrids, and a Methodist Episcopal service with a seder. A dance or social may follow at Falkovetveh with a late morning gathering.
Obituary notice for Muydeen Newton and others in the area
Muydeen Newton formerly Mise Mringee Ma fover died yesterday at the sand hop ST Cait atied. The family notes indicate grief and funeral arrangements with services to follow. Also mentioned are multiple relatives and a separate death of a Mrs. Langan with interment in Washtoury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muydeen Newton
Peter Myliney
Oaitork
Margaret Mewnalily
Wewre
Dainal
Willian Heymetel
Layette Atrent
Whelmeh
Tral Deter
Coneta Ace
Cepiidane
Kemp's Balsam Promises Quick Throat Relief
An old time ad touts Kemp's Balsam as a wonder remedy for throat and lung symptoms. It claims the product is merit tested and offered free from the proprietor, with a promise of relief from acute or chronic coughs and colds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kemp
Periedi
Interment in Donmere Catholic Cemetery for Adaime Infant
The infant child of Mr and Mrs Muller of Adaime avenue died yesterday afternoon. Interment will be in the Donmere Catholic cemetery. The child's age is given as six weeks. Funeral arrangements incomplete pending further notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donmere Catholic Cemetery
Malles
John Muller
Adaime Avenue
Heliograph a Bright Signal From Sunlit War Tales
An account explains how heliographs use adjustable mirrors to flash sun signals over long distances. It recalls Civil War and colonial campaigns, noting key experiments by British and American forces and the equipment details that convert sun flashes into Morse code signals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladysmith
Buller
North
Affrica
Algiers
Sebastopol
India
Transvaal
W. A. Glassford
United States Army Signaling Corps
America
Amd
Mount Milew
Tri
Mount Tocamaahere
Colorado
England
Spooner and the Bible Trial in a Humorous Court Tale
A whimsical reminiscence recounts Senator John Spooner defending two men accused of theft. The men swam to a boat on the river, were caught with a well worn Bible bearing a loving inscription, and were found not guilty after Spooner’s memorable jury speech.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John ©. Spooner
Wicconsin
Uwe
Spooner
Hixz Oleonate
Wei
Opposition to Proposition Sparks Washington Area Debate
The report notes opposition from Sanger and Ateda co Washingt and Depew of New You to a proposed measure. It mentions Boyer Secretary of Way Moor and a committee vote on the matter. The piece discusses who will be chosen and hints at ongoing political maneuvering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washingt
Manette
Depew
Arik Betanay
Pinit
Way Moor
Peoeltiow
Nelitwt
Ateneo
Mary
Wake County Prepares Pension Plan Details
The article outlines steps by officials to prevent pension fund shortfalls. It notes discussions in Wake County about contributions, benefits, and long term fiscal health. Local agencies and board members are named in context of the plan.
Gloom over Suffolk County case in forged will ruling
Wealthy New York resident found guilty in Suffolk County Supreme Court of forging a will purporting to alienate a large estate. Judge Pescod presided as the elder tieyer died, with the court noting the invalidity of the purported will and detailing the contested heirs and the resulting estate position.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adler Vie
New York
Chiunees
Cutvlerue
Supreme Court of
Suffolk County
Weil
Tieyer
Fiihere
Dr Dow Dies After Sudden Illness in New York
Dr Dow, a physician from New York, died Thursday afternoon after a sudden illness. The report notes his wife and a period of concern before his passing, with funeral arrangements to be announced by undertakers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
White White
Roger
Evane
Dhow
Tad A Peried
Fabiano
Willis
Presiaie
Also Mentioned on This Page
West
Dufour
Washburn Street Church
North Scranton
General News
Globe Warehouse
South Scranton
Dunmore
Green Ridge
Neciee
MD Soetols
Ohael
Clunes
Falkovetveh
James Nealon
Miss Margaret Reynolds
Helin
Newton
Te Fenden
Chew
Botton
Celine
Peru
New York State
Pierce
la Grippe
Eney M. van Wey
Mitchellcreek
Tioga Co
Penna
Stenvich
Dr. Pierce
Golden Medical
Srey Medical Association
Dispensary Medical Association
T. J. F. Brown, Esq
Sands, Watangaon
N.C
Dr. Sage
R. V. Pierce
Buffalo
N. Y
Col, Sanger
Platt
Ateda
Gual Preece
DR. Dow
Deni
Academy OF Music, Reis & Buhgunder
Harry A. Brows
Laseces Loval
Adit ES Reta
Marks Bros.’ Dramatic Co
Snouth
Keystone Dramatic Co
Irma Werte
New Gaiety Theatre
Ween
Rhidk Avs
20Th Century Stars
The
Dickson Manufacturing Co
Withes Barre
General Office
Scranton, Pa
Mrs. Nation
London
von Muweli
Ole Jan
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!