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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 11, 1901
Page
2
A garbled notice outlines an exchange system and advertisements seeking wares and services. It mentions hiring, property transfers, and public notices, with references to a hospital, avenue sales, and an emphasis on customer patronage. General Manager signs the fragment.
At theFivet Comeiregadlonal ohwareh Leet evening Vieaston Hen Ma ile Hatt presented a musical program. Solo performances included Miss Benson and Miss Henson, a duet by Miss Belleor and Miss Lands, with pieces such as The Heavenry Devan and The Good Shepherd.
Local observers recall a tumultuous day as gusts from the east swept through the town causing disruptions with striking weather effects. Residents note damaged wires and widespread activity as the wind intensified.
A gloomy pall of clouds hung over the western hills and the waning light. Winds neared hurricane velocity as streets emptied and a city pastor preached to diminished crowds.
Licenses issued for Carbondale Township and City show eight in the township and twenty three in the city. The report notes no licenses in the Fourth and Fifth wards and only one in the Sixth ward, with various hotels restaurants and saloons named among those licensed and bottled goods disbursed. In Scranton a larger number of licenses is cited for comparison, while Carbondale records include specific names and establishments granted licenses and wholesale renewals.
The Chrhbonditle Cycle club hosts a Saturday evening local tourney with thirty two players. Humphrey See OU AowT and Clifford Daa compete to claim the championship as rounds progress toward the final scores. Swrinkle aims for third amid billiard cue prizes and equal footing with no handicaps.
Public notices election results for Tacka Wana Hempment officers held Friday evening. Henry Hall elected as serjeant at arms after facing two opponents. next Friday a new officer will be chosen. Community leaders and local residents discussed duties, while other names were mentioned as potential appointees and observers attended.
Fragmentary text describes a pool game linked to a social event at a club. It mentions a start time around noon and plans to attend a larger auditorium event with a speaker and a featured participant. The passage hints at overall good spirits during the gathering.
Unable to extract a coherent event or entities from the provided fragment. The readable phrases do not form a complete factual item.
The Dry pastor of the Beran Baptist church in this city will read on paper at the Baptist pastor's conference in Scranton this morning at 10 o'clock on The Private Actnalinis tention of Paptian.
William Hollenshed of Hoboken New Jersey spoke at the Second Presbyterian Church yesterday. The preacher addressed a gathering with a sermon titled The Soul Restorer detailing spiritual renewal and personal faith.
The Lyceum in Bevanton staged David Heclin' t with cast members Charles A. Melton Fr Gelder M Peek and Mmmons Peek acting as witnesses to William HH Cyane's production in a community venue setting.
A peculiar burglary on Washington Street alarms Scranton police. Mrs Augusta Baker's house was ransacked while she visited Scranton. maid, Joseph Hoole and other occupants were away. drawers tipped, valuables scattered but $20 in cash found untouched. Thieves likely sought a specific item related to wardrobes.
The article notes Walsh, a substitute mail carrier, often covers two regular routes each weekend due to U.S. laws limiting to forty eight hours weekly. He runs to fill in during Saturdays, managing duties at Curders Davis and Oliver. He had reached the forty eight hour limit earlier in the week.
Friday evening concert in the auditorium of the First Congregational Church directed by John Nayler the church organist with assistance from Miss Edith Henson of Scranton and talent from Scranton and Carbondale.
Readable fragments show Conimont council Olive Leaf Lodge No 14 Independent Order of Oddfellows Vederal Union Sa 7 2 Mattleti Order Fons of Aimerton Carbondale Council No Wo Knights of Conurritvis.
A birth notice records the arrival of a son to the couple and acknowledges Creenniel road and family circle in a concise, period tone. The fragment confirms a new family member without additional details.
An obscure Saturday night attraction at the Grand Opera House featured a six-person Amber contest parody titled Dixieland. Manager Shimaman of the Keystone Dramatic troupe arranged six tables center stage with six displayed items while the audience awaited a playful garlic-based sketch.
The New York Magazine of Sanitation and Hygiene endorses Krause's Cold Cure as a superior remedy for La Grippe. The preparation uses soluble gelatin capsules that dissolve in the stomach and claim fast results, with gentle effects on the stomach and suitability for women and children. Sold by druggists at 2 cents per box.
Michael Garman finished the large mince pie in two minutes forty six seconds and Charley Wagner followed two seconds later as the audience reacted with enthusiasm. The prize purse awarded to the fastest eater was 59 with the runner up receiving 8.
The Delaware and Hudson company held ten percent wage increases and other concessions from Oct 1, 1900, to April 1, 1901, and then indefinitely. Miners and local merchants welcomed the relief, though rumors of wider trouble persist as the miners' convention in Hinzteton meets tomorrow to decide.
Mrs Mary Devine, an elderly Brooklyn resident born in Ireland, died Saturday afternoon after an extended illness. She was known for kindness and charity and attended St Rose church. Survived by four children Jane and Timothy of this city, Mrs Mary Conroy of Nebraska, and Myre Lakin. Funeral this afternoon with interment at St Rose cemetery.
Nicola Medici reports the disappearance of preserved confections from his Sixth Avenue candy stand. A thief entered through a cellar trap door before sunrise and removed a substantial amount of plug tobacco and candy. No suspect has been found. investigators fear the thief may fall ill if samples were consumed.
The Carbondale Crele club plans its regular meeting for tomorrow evening. They will consider inviting members to attend the Green Ridge Wheelmen fair on a night to be named, with assurances of an extra fine time for a group turnout.
Stores will stay open for the next ten nights to honor pay nights. After the 20th, the practice ends per Merchants' Association resolutions. Regular hours resume at 8:00 PM except Saturdays, the nights before holidays, and pay nights.
James Callahan of The Pribune office denies Friday’s report that he was charged with embezzlement by his employer James Pyle. No arrests were made and Callahan says he and Pyle reached an amicable settlement after a brief dispute.
Sunday visits and health updates from area residents include Miss Janet Bigelow of Tlonesdale visiting Miles Mirth Singer, Mrs Adelbert Day recovering from a three week illness, and Miss Ray Stone of Mansfield Yard traveling to New York to visit friends. Misses Fannie Knapp and Katherine Flannelly spent the Sabbath with Tittston friends, while Miss Mary Mebiugh recovers from a grip attack. Jol Read and his wife moved to Thackland Maine, and Williams the drummer evangelist preached at Jermyn First Baptist. Minnie Coghlan returned home to Rockland Maine after visiting Miss Coghlan on Dundaff street.
Nathaniel Deew the oldest Mayfield resident died at his North Main Street home Saturday morning at 87 after years of strong health. He is survived by two sons Wida and Charles and two daughters Mrs Buoc Wheeler and Mrs Coon of Thouson. The funeral is this afternoon with services at M Fe church at 2:30. The community recalls his early local recollections and conversations about the area. Also noted are a lecture and concert at the Fine Pupiiat church, featuring Henry J Whalen on humor of the Irish, now moved to next Thursday evening. Delaware and Hudson officials hosted police at their colliery on Saturday with a 10 percent advance and other concessions announced October 6.
Reported visitors from Scranton gather as Anil Ust and others engage with collierins, while Waihi Mellow remains in hospital at Cuchonlale with encouraging signs. Walter Mates Wan returns home from a festivity weekend with friends in Porson Mo Jepnien of Sorenten visiting Saturday.
The funeral for Jute Job Davis was held at his home on Fitet Street Blakely and proceeded to Blakely Baptist Church for services. Rev George Hague led the sermon assisted by Rev Dr Spencer and Rev Thomas de Geuchy with a choir from Scranton. A long funeral procession to Union Cemetery followed the service.
The Virgrert crowd attended the Calvary Baptist fair at Welora rink Saturday evening as booths and attractions drew steady patronage. The event ends Monday with a contest for winners and a display of shops and society booths. Notables include Mrs. Cardwell and Mr. Hiteappiy visiting relatives, while others attended receptions and surprise parties in the region.
In Peckville the dewy of Menleti Woodeeti will weer at Ledvaan tall this evening. Weaveli of Dryea spent Ainiay in town Sige, Froemen of Beton bees vberine du inteva Mig Aw Scott and Mied Barrett returned home voxlurmday. Mrs Ald tme Petdriert Baturdas, after qpedding a few chase at the hana of Edward Barnes, Me not Mie Charles Coop of Hilde Park eeds yesterday with Me and Mes John Cilevdale of the brie tari. There Wilh be a MUI tet hie of the Whilton Fine compar on Tuesday won lite
The article notes a gathering at Mingoko Avenue where Mie David Wellt and Mew Willem Wes The Faye of Meo Amt Afredotin Witlhines appear among a crowd of young attendees during an evening event.
A local social event at the home on Grove Street celebrated Bendamin’s birthday with photos by Janie Horthwick and attendance by numerous residents including Anna Bennett, Mary Anderton, Eliza Brown, and others. Funeral services followed for Thomas Cray and another individual, with interments at Marey Cemetery, and community church activities noted alongside local residents’ updates.
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