Local Social and Professional Notes From Scranton Area
Mise Annie Nallin of Hawley guests Misses Ruddy of Penn Avenue. Marriage license granted to Elmer B. Helm of West Pittston and Lizzie Naugle of Pittston. Mrs. Daniel Reilly hosts sister Mrs. William Dwyer of Houtzdale. J H Daly of the DL&W joins in New York City with wife. Robert F Y Pierce returns from Philadelphia. Mike William Gaffney moves to Pawtucket RI for a job. Harry W. Storms departs for Philadelphia for a 12 week Park Avenue Theatre engagement. Dr. Charles W Wunder of Philadelphia arrives to join Lackawanna Hospital as assistant house surgeon, increasing staff to three resident surgeons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elmer BE. Helm
West Pittston
Lizzie Naugle
Pittston
Daniel Reilly
William Dwyer
Houtzdale
J. H. Daly
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad
New York City
Mia
Robert F. Y. Pierce
Miain Avenue
University of Pennsylvania
Wil
Low Rate Excursion to New York
On Tuesday March 27 Lackawanna railroad agents offer excursion tickets to New York at one fare plus 1 dollar for a round trip. Tickets are valid for outbound travel on March 27 and return up to April 1 inclusive.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lackawanna Railroad
New York
We Must Vacate Store Closing Next Week
We announce our store will be closed next week and customers will be too late to enjoy our very low prices. The inventory includes tools for the carpenter and plasterer, butcher supplies, house numbers, pocket and kitchen knives, brushes, hardware, nails, furnaces, ranges, plumber goods, glass, roofing felt, and other items. No auction planned.
State Mercantile Tax Protest Resolution Issued
Secretary Atherton of the board of trade reports that the Philadelphia board recommended merchants pay the state mercantile tax only under protest. Prominent Philadelphia lawyers call the law unconstitutional and will seek a supreme court opinion. If unconstitutional, taxpayers who protested may recover the tax paid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atherton
Board of Trade
Philadelphia Board
Philadelphia
Supreme Court
Fair to Benefit Hahnemann Hospital Hears Plans
A special committee meeting at Mrs. Henry Belin Jr discussed a four day fair for the hospital. It will run May 9 to 11 with events at Colonel H M Boles and later at T H Watkins residences. A follow up meeting at Mrs. T H Watkins is planned to finalize details and invite supporters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Belin, Jr
Hahnemann Hospital
H. M. Boles
T. H. Watkins
Mre
Allen Takes His Life In Scranton Home
John J. Allen a brother of Thomas Allen, 236 New street, killed himself at noon yesterday in his brother's Scranton home. The Englishman, 48 years old, had recently returned from four years in Central America and suffered health decline. A .44 calibre revolver was found in his right hand, pipe in left, after he shot himself following dinner. Coroner Roberts and Dr J F Saltry prepared for an inquest. police and detectives investigated the circumstances of the tragedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John J. Allen
Thomas Allen
New Street
Allen
Central America
Scranton
Thomas
Michael
Carbondale
Parsons
Roberts
Robling
John Morr
J. F. Saltry
South Scranton youth undergoes jaw surgery again
Emil H. Herbster of South Scranton was re operated on in Philadelphia after the silver plate replacing his lower jaw became detached while eating. A second operation was performed recently to repair the plate and restore speech. The temporary plates will be replaced with permanent ones after gums harden.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emil H. Herbster
South Scranton
Aml
WH. Herbster
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia
Mr. Herbster
Colby
Guernsey Hall
Wilkes- Barre
Wilkes-Barre
Newton Ransom and Lake Winola Telephone Co Plan
Application for a charter to form the Newton Ransom and Lake Winola Telephone Company will be filed with the governor on April 9 by Attorney A J Colborn. The firm will operate a line in Lackawanna and Wyoming counties with founders John Shook D C Vosburg William Cress Oscar Van Buskirk and W H Newman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Colborn
Newton, Ransom and Lake
Warranty Advertisement for Cough Remedy and Plans
A historical notice offers refunds on a M cent bottle of Greene's Warranted tar remedy if it fails to cure coughs or colds. It promises a %-cent bottle to prove satisfaction or money back. It lists multiple names and pharmacies including Matthews Bros. Co and Brown's Pharmacy and urges examining Stieff planos before purchase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Greene
Matthews Bros. Co
Chittenden
Phelps’ Pharmacy
W. Humphrey McGurrah
Thomas G. Pichel
H. C. Sanderson
J. FP. Donahoe
N. M. Fiche
Brown's Pharmacy
Jury Probes City Cabal Over Ordinances and Contracts
A grand jury investigates a city cabal accused of extorting money from firms seeking favors. Witnesses describe an executive committee securing a monthly stipend from a major corporation, while councilmen face questions about the telephone ordinance and electric light contract. Mayor Moir may be questioned as sessions continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brand
Edwards
Moir
Finlay Rees
H. T. Fellows
Simon Thomas
Richard H. Williams
Adam Schroeder
John J. McAndrew
T. J. Coyne
Wade M. Finn
Thomas O'Boyle
Edward Frable
John E. Roche
Vin Mariani Tonic Endorsed Worldwide by Medical Profession
The ad touts Vin Mariani as the most reliable tonic and stimulant for thirty five years and claims it prevents grip. It instructs readers to refuse substitutes and lists Jorney Jones and Foreman P A Barrett involved in a questioned process.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jorney Jones
P. A. Barrett
Edwards Teel Mulberry Street Abble Lanning Walter Frisble Plymouth Cease
The fragment lists individuals and addresses including Edwards Teel 313 Mulberry Street Abble BE and Lanning 115 Mulberry Street, Walter A. Frisble in Plymouth, and others such as Peter Michaels Sarah Davis at 107 North Main Avenue.
Moody Divorce Case Seeks Alias Subpoena in Forgery Charge
In the Moody vs Moody divorce, an alias subpoena issued for T F Nelson charged with forgery, released on 390 bail by E J Neary. Other actions include Wockroll vs Thomas appeal action, Rinsland divorce testimony set for April 2, and guardianship appointments for several minors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emil A. Moody
Ida 8. Moody
T. F. Nelson
E. J. Neary
August Wockroll
John P. Thomas
Rinsland
Archbald
D. J. Davis
A. F. Duffy
A. G. Gilmore
Himeeclit
John Taylor
Taylor & Lewis
Sarah Hughes
Joseph Hughes
F. A. Peet
Charles Molineaux
Hattie
Smith
Marion A. Smith
Edgerton J. Smith
George W. Jenkins
John Benory
George Benore
Resignation of Superintendent FitzGibbon Sparks Succession Talk
The Tribune confirms J W FitzGibbon has resigned as superintendent of motive power. He denies local significance to the move, cites an out of town successor to take charge March 26, and plans a month’s rest before announcing the new appointee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. W. FitzGibbon
Tribune
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Company
FitzGlibbon
Troch
Henry Monkhouse
Mr. FitzGibbon
Tuesdny
FitzGibbon
Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad Company
Horton
Kansas
Chicago and Alton Road
Rock Island
Tllinois
Rock Island Read
Parsonage Wedding at Penn Avenue Baptist Church
A quiet ceremony at the Penn Avenue Baptist church parsonage united Edward E. Teel and Abbie E. Lanning last evening at 7 o clock Rev. Rob ert F. Y. Pierce officiated. Witnesses included Samuel Teel as groomsman and Mabel E. Moyar as bridesmaid. The couple will reside at 315 Mulberry Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Penn Avenue Baptist Church
Robert F. Y. Pierce
Edward 8. Teel
Abbie E. Lanning
Mulberry Street
Samuel Teel
Mabel E. Moyar
Martin Jury Charged In Delware and Hudson Case
The jury in the Delaware and Hudson case against plaintiff John T. Martin will be charged today by Judge Joseph Buffington. Closing arguments followed a long morning of testimony from Dr. Reed Burna and Prof. C. Su Dana, who diagnosed traumatic hysterico neurosis and discussed curability timelines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin
United States Court
Joseph Buffington
John T. Martin
Delaware and Hudson Company
H. W. Palmer
Everett Warren
Palmer
Nathan’ Vidaver
Major Warren
Wilkes-Barre
Reed Burna
C. Su Dana
New York
Hotel Jermyn
Warren
Dana
Lake Shore Line promises speed and safety for travelers
The Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railway touts its double track, perfect roadbed, and highly safeguarded signaling as making accidents rare and collisions near impossible. It emphasizes reliable service, skilled employees, and comfortable travel between Buffalo and western cities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Shore and
Michigan Southern Railway
Buffalo
Lake Shore Railway
Lake Shore
Lawyer Defends Jury Foreswearing Sympathy in Trial
In a courtroom closing, Major Warren urges jurors to base verdict on law and evidence not sympathy. He argues plaintiff's case shows extensive injury from the accident but warns against assuming full recovery. He claims the plaintiff’s earning capacity supports a substantial verdict, noting risk of isolation and long hospital care if misjudged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. W. Palmer
Everett Warren
Charles L. Dana
Dent
Martin
Major Warren
Warren
Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup Promoted for Fifty Years
An advertisement extols Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup as a long standing remedy used by mothers for teething distress, wind colic, diarrhea and general pain relief. It urges shoppers to demand the product and not accept substitutes, noting a price of five cents per bottle.
Durable coating promises smooth finish at low cost
A chemistry for durable paint claims no offer needed to achieve a smooth, lasting coat. It asserts the coating resists peeling cracking and wear until its purpose is fulfilled and that good enamel is affordable.
Electric Light and Bell Supplies Quotation Line
An advertisement offers a full line of electric light and bell supplies with right prices and an invitation to call or write for quotations.
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Norton's Bulletin
Norton
Lackoawanna Ave
Discount Bank
DR. Taylor
Wyoming Avenue
Jermyn
Sanderson Avenue
Ackawanna
Penn
A. B. Warman
Mise Annie Nallin
Hawley
Ruddy
Penn Avenue
Buleff
Lackawanna Hardware Co
Lackawenna Avenue
Colonel Boles
NEW Telephone Company
Newton, Ransom and Lake Winola
Minutes of Council
Vin Mariani
Court House News Notes
Edward
Teel
DR. Burns
H. V. Logan
Easton
John O'Malley
F. Gunster
Joseph O'Brien
Jessup
Acci
HOC Payne
Washington Ave
California
E. G
Coursen
Leckawanna Avenue
Stleff
New A
Spruce Street
Streff
Youngs
Omail
the Traders National Bank
United States
Cor, Sprucest
Foote & Fuller Co. Mears Building
C. F. Beckwith & CO
Dime Bank Building
Wakehouse
Green Ridge
Chas. B. Scott
Franklin Ave
Conrad
Lackawanna Avenue
Iroas
Heywood
Wyoming Ave
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