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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1897
Page
7
A gas explosion disrupted activity in the No 14 vein on the West Side. Workers battled heat and smoke while rescuers freed a badly burned man, with several others injured but stable. Interment plans followed for community victims as local services and memorials proceeded.
A preacher, unnamed, signals a potential move to a different congregation next Sunday. He has not confirmed the change, but indicates plans to address the matter after services. The town discusses possible implications for the Sunday service and the future of the church community.
Funeral services for Mire, known as Mirese Ann Biwills, were conducted at the Charheldwyenito Mission Church yesterday afternoon. Friends attended as Isul-Ward Howells placed a floral chain, and burial followed at the Washinkra Street Cemetery with pallbearers William Stemeet, George Williams, Muah Williams, Wile fini TRoyal, Menjanmin, Biwern, and Daniel Jenkins guiding the procession.
The Simpson Methods reports Episcopal church funeral rites and a high mass at St. Matthias Church. Interment followed at Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery. Attending mourners included Bull and Deaton families with Sullivan Colerain Costello and Conmats. Miss Kore Williams of Middle Granville, WOO, to return home. Mrs T Richard Evans of 46 Boke street Sar uiddy’s funeral services were held.
Fragmentary text notes an Enpieconal church event for Methodists and the Gospel with a large attendance and some railroad damage. It also mentions Miss Nellie Williams recovering from an illness and a family assault on Mr. Hines. Local business notices list Palmer & McDonalds and Morgan's Pharmacy, with other shop items and Second Hand Furniture listings on West Lackawanna Avenue.
Mite Minnie Lester opens a nine week run at the Wrething haan this afternoon with a romed drama and musical numbers. The program promises popular characters, lively dances, and a free ticket offer via box office, followed by additional performances featuring new acts and the Crystal Hose company.
A Mayfield council dispute over ground surveys and joint surveying committees with Jermyn alt plans surfaces. Edmunds and others argue over a court challenge and a shared surveyor, as residents and officials discuss costs and property allocations.
A large crowd attended the funeral of Dim Dolan and a service at Holy Rosary. The congregational church prepared for a memorial with plans to honor the 60th anniversary of a pastor’s work. Community members and local businesses reported on relatives, travels, and ongoing illnesses, with several residents mentioned in relation to the event.
The paper describes a range of local happenings including a postponed outdoor sprawl at Weber's rink and a street walk dispute in South Scranton. It notes St Peters society at St Marys church, Sunbeam circle events, and various church and ward meetings.
Fragmented OCR notes describe encroachment events at a family home on St Minn Shah, involving neighbors and various individuals. The text references individuals including Jackson Street residents and Mt. Cobh, with unclear actions and locations. Further readable context is limited.
Fragmented text recounts a 1950s regional event with names like Kane and Kinseton. It mentions a competing drive and a local doctor, with scattered references to a Taylor area and a public opening on a Monday. The passage is garbled and lacks coherent narrative.
Readable fragments discuss St Patrick and early Christian missions, noting questions about Rome ties and episcopal authority. The text cites Catholic historians, claims about Patrick’s missions, captivity, and connections to bishops, with various opinions on his visits to Rome and church leadership.
A series of thefts at the Young Men's Christian Association prompted police action. Milachry Mall ey and David Jules were among those detained, with further arrests reported as investigators traced missing opiames and other valuables from the gym and locker areas during a Sunday evening raid.
An obituary notes the death of Petrink Dilluta and references to relatives including Harry Wilke and John, with services and burials described. It mentions a church service and various mourners, detailing a number of family connections and funeral arrangements.
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