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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 14, 1898

Page

6

West Scranton Revolvers In School Boys Hands

Live news item notes three revolvers taken from pupils in No 18. thefts involve pouch snatching from J. B. Bwisher. Obituaries cover funerals for Thomas Gerrity, Thomas P. Durkin, Patrick Caffrey, and George Judson. Services held at St Patrick's and Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery with local organizations present. Captain George K Reel anniversary mentioned with Salvation Army barracks celebration potential surprise.

J. Mare Salvation Army Barracks

Farewell Reception for Captain and Mrs Mars at Price Street Barracks

Captain and Mrs Mars of the Salvation Army corps on this side held a farewell reception last evening at the Price street barracks. A large attendance of corps members and friends heard a review of work accomplished during the captain's term and a new soldier was added to the roster.

Bangor Harriet Brooks George K. Reel Harrisburg Salvation Army Price Street Mra. J. Mars Salvation Army Corps

Accident maims Beranton Traction Car 103 on West Lackawanna

A large vestibuled car 103 on Beranton Traction ran off the track near West Lackawanna avenue just above the DL&W crossing. Conductor Daniels and Motorman Bunnell were in charge. The rear truck left the rails as the car exited the turn and ran along the Belzian blocks while crews replaced the truck. Passengers were transferred after about forty five minutes of delay.

Beranton Traction Company Daniels Bunnell West Lackawanna Avenue Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Crossing Ninth Street West Lackawanni Avenue

Law prohibiting concealed weapons fails to deter youths

Three boys about fourteen years old were found with revolvers in a room at public school No. 14 after shots were fired in Roberta court near the building. Principal John T. Jones conducted the inquiry and recovered the weapons, noting they were cheap small caliber pieces but still dangerous.

Roberta Court John T. Jones Jones

A Bold Thief This West Lack

A brief item notes a theft incident on West Lack Street with pedestrians reporting a bold thief in the area. Investigators urge residents to secure valuables and report suspicious activity to police.

Bold highway robbery thwarted near Central Railroad depot

Passenger Agent J. B. Swisher of the Central road resisted a bold robbery on Awanns Avenue near the Central Railroad of New Jersey depot. He drew his purse to pay fare when a dark stranger attempted to seize it. Swisher struck with his left hand, the thief fled across a bridge and disappeared onto Cliff street.

Awanns Avenue Central Railroad of New Jersey J. 8. Swisher Central Road South Main Avenue Mr. Swisher Cliff Street

West Side Concert At Washburn Street Church

On Tuesday evening March 15 a premier concert takes place at Washburn Street Presbyterian Church. The programme features Julia Allen Cordelia Freeman Misa Black Garragan of Second Presbyterian choir, Thomas Beynon John Jones Miss Lela Parker and the Imperial quartet performing instrumental works.

Washburn Street Presbyterian Church West Side Julia Allen Cordelia Freeman Misa Black Miss Garragan Second Presbyterian Church Choir Thomas Beynon John Jones Lela Parker Imperial Quartette

Local Briefs: Residents’ Moves and a Wedding Announcement

Samuel Reynolds of North Hyde Park avenue is in New York on business. Elisabeth Dagere and Charles Richards announce their wedding at the First Welsh Baptist Church on South Main avenue, with a reception at 171 Summit avenue.

Samuel Reynolds North Hyde Park Avenue New York William Leber Hampton Street Arthur Thomas Wilkes-Barre Weert Scranton Morrie Chase Academy Street Hartwick N. Y Chaose John H. Williams South Main Avenue Pottsville Howell Harris Division Street Neath Bradford County Alfred Reed North Sumner Avenue Philadelphia Priscilla Morgan North Filmore Avenue Carbondale George Hutchingon Lafayette Street Watsonton, Pa L. M. Lanman

Mira Sprague and William Hughes wed at Tabernacle church

Mira Mary Sprague and William Hughes, both of the area, quietly married Saturday evening at the Tabernacle Congregational church parsonage by D. P. Jones. The couple will reside in Weal Scranton and were greeted with congratulations yesterday.

Mira Mary Sprague William Hughes Tabernacle Congregational Church D. P. Jones Weal Scaranton

Funeral of Charles H Ridgeway Held at St Mark’s Church

The funeral for Charles H. Ridgeway was held yesterday from the family home at 1096 Paul Street at 1:90 pm. Services followed at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church at 2:00 pm conducted by Rev. E. J. Houghton, with interment at Dunmore cemetery. The Grand Army of the Republic attended in a body. Floral tributes were numerous and beautiful. Pallbearers included John Hobday Peter Sawyer Mark Bishop Washington Spangenburg Allen Ruch Philip Schuritzer. The Starlight and Cricket baseball teams of Jessup, and the Athletic and Nonpareils of Priceburg plan to attend the Dunmore Nonpareils’ entertainment at Gold Fellows’ hall on St Patrick’s night, March 17.

Thomas Gerrity Merrifield Avenue St. Patrick’s Church Cappus Mine Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery E. L. Dacey Thomas McNally Thomas Grant Thaniel Haggerty James Leonard John Harrison Thomas P. Durkin St. Patrick's Church Father Mathew Society Hampton Mine Accidental Fund Wis George Judson Railroad Avenue Lackawanna Lodge Independent Order of Odd Fellows Forest Hill Cemetery Charles H. Ridgeway Paul Street St. Mark's Episcopal Church E. J. Houghton Dunmore Grand Army of the Republic John Hobday Peter Sawyer Mark Bishop Washington Spangenburg Allen Ruch Phillip Schuritzer Jessup Priceburg Gold Fellows’ Hall St. Patrick's Crystal Social Club Hawley’s Hall Scranton Thomas Logan Exchange Hotel Logan National Drum Corps Odd Fellows Nellie Knight Pittston Florence Fowler Cherry Street Fred Gumear Buffalo Fred Hampton Balem Michael Scott Elm Street Ward Ustreat Richard Logan Homer Hafler Main Street Pennsylvania Coal Company Hafier South Eagle Pennsylvvania Coal Company Hafler Engle Howley’s Hall

Polish priest Hodur arrives to meet large southern Scranton crowd

Rev Francis Hodur, head of the Saint Stanislaus Polish church in Locust street, returns from Europe after two months in Rome. He discusses a petition to Pope Leo XIII asking for a Polish bishop in America, self rule for Poles, church funds rules, and pastors chosen by the Polish community. He outlines four reforms to reduce discord.

Francis Hodur St. Stanislus Locust Street Europe Father Szumowski Langowaski The Strag Father Hodur Pittston Avenue Tribune Russia Austria Rome Father Hodurauld New York City New York St. Albert's Church Pricedure Blessed Virgin Congregation Philadelphia Pope Leo Cardinal Vanatelli National Polish Alliance Chicago America

Coyne arraigned for assault in brother-in-law attack

Mark Coyne faced Judge Ruddy on a Saturday night arraignment charged with assault and battery and attempted homicide against Martin Corbett. Corbett, too injured to attend, testified that Coyne and James Corcoran visited the home, beer was fetched, a quarrel followed, and Coyne struck Corbett with a stone causing severe head wounds and a crushed hand. Bail set at 1000 with BE as bondsman Williams.

Mark Coyne Ruddy Martin Corbett Corpett Corcoran Coyne Corbett Williams

Elders Installed at Hickory Street Presbyterian Church

Yesterday morning at Hickory Street Presbyterian Church the newly elected elders William Hammen Henry Samnes and Charles Zang were installed and ordained by Rev W A North. The edifice was crowded and Rev Nordt delivered an edifying sermon from First Peter chapter five verses one to four.

Hickory Street Presbyterian Church William Hammen Henry Samnes Charles Zang W. A. North Nordt Peter

Miss Mary Schneider Weds William Sprandel at Stone Avenue Home

Miss Mary Schneider and William Sprandel were married Saturday evening at the groom's Stone Avenue home by Rev. W A Nordt of Hickory Street Presbyterian. Attendants included Miss Anna Welsman and best man Jacob Sprandel. A reception followed and the couple will live with the groom's parents.

Mary Schneider Washington Avenue William Sprandel Stone Avenue W. A. Nordt Hickory Street Presbyterian Church Anna Welsman Jacob Sprandel Portica

Freighterath Lodge Dance at Natter's Hall Delights Members

Freighterath Lodge 200 D. O. H. hosted a Saturday night dance and supper for members and wives with Lawrence's Orchestra providing music. Guests enjoyed midnight refreshments, the Junior choir from Hickory Street Presbyterian Church was hosted at dinner, and Rev. Nordt encouraged the young vocalists amid games and diversions.

Natter’s Hall Wis Freigherath Lodge Lawrence Hickory Street Presbyterian Church Society Nordt

Carlsbad Water as a natural alterative and laxative

Carlsbad Water is described as an alterative and eliminative remedy that dissolves bile, reduces irritation, and clears obstructions by aiding nature rather than harsh stimulation. It is claimed to provide a permanent cure when effective, with some patients using Carlsbad Sprudel Salt as a laxative. Authentic labels bear the City of Carlsbad seal and Eisner & Mendelson Co. signature.

Carlsbad City of Eisner & Mendelson Co New York

St Aloysius Society Plans Funeral Attendance

The St Aloysius Total Abstinence and Benevolent society will meet in Pharmacy hall tonight at 7:40 for arrangements to attend the funeral of the late Thomas Mahon of Fig.

St. Aloysius Total Abstinence and Benevolent Society Pharmacy Hall Thomas Mahon Fig Street

North Scranton Plans for Two New Churches

Two local congregations in North Scranton moved toward building new churches. The North Main Avenue Baptist Church discussed whether to rebuild on its site or seek a new location, with a decision due tonight. The Welsh Congregational also indicated a new edifice will be built soon at a central site.

North Main Avenue W. G. Watkins

Funeral Rites Held For Lizzo Horde Son and Perry Infant

The funerals of Miss Lizzo Horde son wife of Thomas Hodsgaen and Charles Maner Perry infant son of Patrolman and Mrs Perry were held yesterday. Services were conducted at First Christian Church by Rev. Br. R. Bulgin. Many mourners wept at the sight of two closely related bodies. A choir of wolves performed as floral offerings adorned the service. Interment followed at the Dunmore Protestant cemetery.

Lizzo Hordeson Thomas Hodsgaen Charles Maner Perry Patrolman

Miner Burns in Dickson Colliery Blast Incident

Miner James Langan suffered painful burns Saturday when a spark from his lamp ignited powder during blast preparation at Dickson colliery. He escaped to safety too late and flames were quenched by coworkers. He was taken to his Pine Brook home for treatment.

James Langan Dickson Pine Brook

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