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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 22, 1902
Page
5
The Carbondale News reports erratic Sunday trains to Scranton Wilkes Barre Albany and Montreal with listed times and connections. A horse incident is described where a valuable animal fell, was examined by Dr. Widmer, and remains under veterinary care with hope of recovery.
Trains depart Carbondale for Scranton at 7 00 AM and 1 00 PM with connections to New York and other routes. Trains return from Scranton to Carbondale at 6 46 PM and 8 00 PM Sundays, with listed stations and times for the Go pm and Pointe Worth connections.
The Tribune asks subscribers to report delivery irregularities to the Carbondale branch in the Burke building or to Robert Reynolis newsdealers. Some confusion has been reported and subscribers are urged to report promptly to assist efficient service.
Public interest rose after a trolley car collision with a grocery wagon on Salem avenue. The motor man faced questions over delayed stopping as bystanders blamed slippery tracks. A separate runaway alarm followed, with a horse frightened by a car and a wagon damaged, though no serious injuries were reported.
A reader describes health improvement after switching to Grape-Nuts Breakfast Food to treat hay fever symptoms. She reports increased strength, weight gain, and better appetite within weeks, crediting the cereal for reversing weakness and improving general health during allergy season.
Mrs Phoebe Lestenader of this city is committed to county jail on charge of living in adultery with Elias Crandall. Crandall testified that he gave her $275, spent $100 on clothing and $175 on furniture after the couple wed seeking support. Crandall admitted being duped and staying with her after discovering the deceit.
Attorney TH. J. Mourice of Scranton heads the Charity ball committee for St Josephs Found ling Flame. Tickets priced at $5 exchangeable at several Carbondale outlets with special train transport arranged from Scranton. Public excitement grows as event nears with March power and social spotlight.
D. and H. foreman D. H. Foreman resigns under Master Mechanic Rennie FP L Raymond who came from Allentown recently and left for St Louis after a few weeks. The young man carried a strong recommendation and seeks another position in St Louis.
Mrs John Pidgeon of Carbondale spent a few days with her parents on Church hill. G A Singer wife and son Claude Fulkerson wife and daughter of Carbondale spent Sunday in town. Misa Alice Creegan of Carbondale returned home after a pleasant visit in town. Mrs Joseph Krants of Carbondale was entertained by friends in town Thursday. Charles.
Burnard of Carbondale found kinship with brother W L Burnard of Mare Way Mint Milsabeth Monaghan also of Carbondale visits Honesdale friends in Wayne County for a short stay.
District Deputy Grand Patriarch Gorge W Humls installed the newly elected officers of Lackawanna Encampment No 16 IOOF assisted by L Rehkop Wai H Hall G HW Py U HH Kate O 8 Francis Ludwig G 8 Wo C Schulte G 18. The officers for the ensuing term were named: CC P George Beattie HL P CO F Whitelock J W A O Fidiam scribe Hd Mall o0 8 Frank Wells IS Frank Ludwig guide Geo Sim rel 7 W Cy Schulta 2Ww Harry Mustere W Theo Kase 4W Gb TH Redkop 1G of T John M Masters 2G of T Adam McMyne
The Tribune reports the Schiller Stock Company romance between manager Edward Schiller and lead actress Miss Fontainebleau. The tale recounts their past meeting in New York and Cuba derived origins, with hints of a future double wedding amid theater gossip and returning familiar performers at the Grand.
George Eldridge of Allegheny reports a remarkable remedy discovery after years of ill health. He credits Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People with restoring his health, improving digestion, sleep, and stamina, and claims laypeople widely use it for nervous disorders and blood support. The ad urges readers to buy genuine pills from Williams Medicine Co, with pricing details.
May recalled him this week and gave him a hearty greeting as he performed comedy with the Spooners. Villaged audiences in Carbondale enjoyed his parts and laughed at his timing.
Water from a street sewer flooded the Davement of the American house for weeks forcing guests to evacuate due to cold. City officials investigated a blocked sewer line under Main Street and suspected tree work near a new building may have loosened or damaged the sewer pipe.
From Daytonia Florida comes a cheerful report of Mr and Mrs Kimball registering at the American Inn that night. They will be warmly welcomed back to Carbonate.
In a profile of public service, A. F. Loftus, Carbondale clerk of the council, is praised for efficiency and slated for another term. The piece notes his recent promotion to cashier at Brie freight and lauds William Williams as a trusted secretary of the Carbondale poor board. Also highlighted are speeches by Mr. Dimock, the after-dinner wit, and upcoming events at local clubs and churches.
The locomotive story recounts a Delaware and Hudson shipment arriving last night. Mr. Murphy stayed with relatives in the city while the others went on to lead the effort.
The ad argues that disease ages women and promotes Dr Green's Nervura blood and nerve remedy as the spring health tonic. Endorsed by a nurse from Hampton New Hampshire, it claims to restore complexion, energy, and vitality, with free consultation from Dr. Greene at 101 Fifth Avenue New York City.
Jermyn and Mayfield school notes list students by department and class standing with many names noted, including juniors and seniors. Scranton visitors and local residents are mentioned, with activity around March events and a recent arrest incident involving Reuben Cohed and others in Carbondale.
Wilter Johnsen, a Black individual, faced charges of drawing a weapon amid a dispute with a youth. He was released yesterday on bail after petitions favored his release.
Readable items note meetings featuring Lily and Porestera of Amer and the United Mine Workers. References shield at HMoandr Locorth and a Diamond lode event. Details are fragmentary but indicate union and mining related gathering.
Sunday gatherings of Bt. Josephs Cadets Naoka St. Montfiier societies and conductors listed for the day. Activities expected include drills and organizational talks. Members are urged to attend at the usual meeting rooms and times.
The Brines Brothers, famed Canadian singers, appear in Carbondale under the Sons of Temperance. April 1 at the Congregational church present An Evening of Illustrated Gospel Song. April 24 at the Presbyterian church feature The Shakespeare Country in Bongwad Story with stereopticon views. Clark's Drug store hosts event scheduling.
Albany detective Bl Goodwin of the Delaware and Hudson railway and his wife stayed at Je Ehamgon house for two days and joined Constable Howard Neary on an exploratory visit through the Erie mine workings, a notable excursion amid the vigilante protests.
Mr and Mrs George S. Kimball return to Carbondale after weeks away seeking rest amid southern orange groves. They arrived home tired but grateful for the reunion and quiet recovery at their residence.
Mrs Kellner of Haslelon hosts relatives in the eloy while Miss Cevella Coleman from the West Side returns home after two weeks with kin in Pittston. Stanley Slivell, superintendent for the International Correspondent Schools district, yesterday visited Captain Thomas Murphy, the local representative.
An old advertisement claims Laxative Bromo Quinine cures grip in two days and authenticates with FE. W. Grove's signature on every bottle or hoon, suggesting a trusted remedy from a past era.
An old advertisement claims the cough remedy prevents pneumonia during severe illness with heat or pain between the shoulders. It asserts thousands of users avoided pneumonia and credits the product as a preventive, urging purchase from druggists.
Tickets are rapidly disposing for the Oberammergau Passion Play to be staged in Webersink on Monday and Tuesday evenings for the benefit of the Germain Evaangelical church. Miss Julia Young, soloist, is praised for her sweet soprano tone and added value to the performance.
Members of John Weeley castle No 4% are urged to attend the Odd Fellows building lodge room this night for the initiation of twenty Candlilites. Rev Thomas Cook of Plymouth visits town. Adwin Creaux of Maple street is seriously ill at home. Funeral held yesterday for J T Wright from Primitive Methodist church. he leaves a wife and four children.
A brief note on an unusual health tip mentions Luxaihya Hronje-Quinine Piblets as a claimed remedy. The fragment suggests a product box warning or advertisement style line without clear context or verification.
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