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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1900

Page

7

Death at Seventh Avenue Crossing Claims Michael Niesen

Michael Niesen of Scott Street was struck by a delayed 8 30 train at the Seventh Avenue crossing of the Delaware and Hudson line in Carbondale. He died minutes after in the baggage room where a priest gave Catholic rites. Survived by five sons, a daughter, his sister Elizabeth, and brother Peter in Germany. wife preceded him. He worked for Hendrick Manufacturing and led local German cultural groups.

Michael Niesen Scott Street Seventh Avenue Dela Ware Hudson Road City Station Poss Niesen Germany August Hugo Emil William Otto Mary Nilesen Elizabeth Peter Hendrick Manufacturing Company Bt. Boniface Society Germania Singing Society

Council Moves on Seventh Avenue Fill In Appropriation

Common Councilman Sahm's drive to fill Seventh avenue prompts a change to the appropriation ordinance. Tonight the estimates committee will favor $500 for that work. appropriation for filling No 1 plane is reduced by half.

Sahm Seventh Avenue

Fire at Peckville destroys dance hall and hotel

A Wednesday evening blaze at Peckville broke out at a dance hall adjoining Peter Massyar’s hotel. Firefighters from Jessup faced low water pressure as the hall and Massyar hotel burned rapidly. A dwelling owned by John Zowodny and a hotel and hall owned by Mike Berish suffered severe damage.

Peter Massyar Jessup Hose Company Massyar John Zowodny Mike Berish

Polish church saved as Peckville fire men halt blaze

Buildings were badly scorched when a fire broke out. The Wilson Fire company of Peckville arrived quickly, connected to the Olyphant water line, and kept high pressure to fight the flames. The Polish church was saved. total loss about $5,000 with $2,400 insured by C. M. Hathaway companies.

Wilson Fire Company Peckville Wilsons C. M. Hathaway

Nebo Church Fair a Grand Success in Taylor

Nebo Congregational church fair and supper concluded after three successful nights. Prizes totaled modest sums with rug won by Mrs. David Gwynne and baby carriage by Mrs. John M. Morgans. Door prizes awarded to William Morgans Oliver Seeley and Richard Davis. Revival services continue nightly led by Evangelist B F Armstrong. Marriage of Peter Michaels and Miss Sarah Davis solemnized at Penn Avenue Baptist.

Nebo Congregational Church J. J. Jenkins David Gwynne John M. Morgans William Morgans Oliver Seeley Richard Davis Price Library Association Harry Ward Scranton Hubert Knapp South Taylor Methodist Episcopal Church B. F. Armstrong Railroad Young Men's Christian Association of Pittston Peter Michaels Sarah Davis Hyde Park Penn Hyde Park Catholic John Neiger Neiger & Powell South Carolina William Powell Providence Lloyd Fruchey White Haven

Carbondale Visitor John Jones Jr Arrives After Fever

John Jones Jr of Third Street, a Carbondale visitor, was brought to emergency hospital services after illness and treated at Dr Wheeler's hospital in Carbon dale.

Wheeler Carbondale John Jones, Jr Third Street

Baptist Pulpit to Open Next Sunday in local church

Nev H Parlett Fast of Routh Am boy New Jersey will occupy the pulpit at 11 o clock next Sunday morning. Brayman Mott of Clifford is visiting relatives here. Nellie Litsey visits friends in Wilkes Barre. B D Parker and wife spent last Sunday with his parents R P Parker. Clayton Roberts of Askam visited his uncle Edward Lutsey and returned home Monday. Peek Sisters gave an entertainment at the Methodist church last Friday netting a handsome sum. Merriam of Sayre spent several days with daughter Mrs William Stevenson. A A Davis attended the funeral of his aunt Mrs George M Snyder in Avoca.

Nev H. Parlett Fast Routh Amboy N. J Baptist Church Brayman Mott Clifford Misa Nellie Litsey Wilkes-Barre D. Parker R. P. Parker Clayton Roberts Askam Edward Lutsey Peek Sisters Merriam Sayre William Stevenson A. A. Davis George M. Snyder Avoca

Infant son of Rev and Mrs Hammond dies in Olyphant

George the infant son of Rev. and Mrs. George Hammond of Olyphant died yesterday after a brief illness. The funeral is this afternoon at 4 from the family residence on Susquehanna Street.

George George Hammond Olyphant Susquehanna Street

Local Notes From Kingsley and Nearby Towns

Special to The Scranton Tribune reports Superintendent Co EL Moxley of Hallstead visited Kingsley on Wednesday. Miss Clara Titus left to stay with her aunt Mrs D Titus in Nicholson. Mrs F P Tingley visits her aunt Mrs J G Babcock in Binghamton. Mrs N M Finn of Hepbottom visited son G Co Finn. Methodist Episcopal church plans service Sunday at 7 30 pm and Sunday school at 1 50 pm. Indies of the church host maple sugar social at Mrs Little Tiffany’s home on Tuesday March 27. Mrs G A Howell and daughter Mattie of Carbondale visit Mrs J F Adams. Mr and Mrs J F Adams attend Grace Cameron's Brooklyn wedding.

Scranton Tribune Kingsley Co. EL Moxley Hallstead Clara Titus D. Titus Nicholson F. P. Tingley J. G. Babcock Front Street Binghamton N. M. Finn Hepbottom

Remedy Proved Helpful for Chronic Diarrhoea Case

A mother with months of chronic diarrhoea found relief after using Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. Two physicians pronounced the case hopeless, but five doses provided permanent relief. Mrs F E Watson of Aiken Alabama endorses it and notes bold by all druggists with Matthews Bros as agents.

Chamberlain F. E. Watson Aiken Ala Matthews Bros

The Moth and the Flame at Lyceum A Mixed Review

Herbert Kelly stars in Clyde Fitch play The Moth and the Flame at the Lyceum. Critics fault the performance and social satire, noting mixed curtain calls and a critical portrayal of New York society. Effie Shannon co stars. Ethel Winthrop also appears amid a capable supporting cast.

Herbert Kelly Lyceum New York Scraunton Keley Effie Shannon Marion Walton Ethel Winthrop Clyde Fitch Paige

Oliver Twist at the Academy with a varied week

The Maude Hillman company presented Oliver Twist at the Academy of Music last night. The week features Fast Lynne Charity Boss Shaft No 2 and Guilty Without Crime. Monte Carlo Girls play at the Gaiety with a tart burlesque and feats by Nudes and a cast including Bernard Williams and Rose Linden. Mile Fit comes to the Lyceum tonight after a long New York run.

Academy of Music Maude Hillman Company Fast Lynne Charity Boss Monte Carlo Bernard Williams Eoard Beach Beichler Artisle Rose Linden Topaen Steel Datance Matinee Mile Manhattan Theatre New York Lyceum Theatre

Apartments and Rentals in Scranton Advertisements

The listings present numerous rental opportunities in Scranton area, including 9 modern rooms on Madison avenue, furnished houses on Wyoming avenue and Myrtle street, six-room and nine-room homes on Linden and Lackawanna avenues, and other properties for rent or exchange. Also listed are services from local attorneys and businesses, plus ads for a school and orchestra and printer supplies.

Beaeft Linden Street Irving Avenue Jenkins’ Drug Store Main Jackoon Street City John Carroll Madison Avenue Tribune

Variety of goods and listings spanning ironwork and property

An assortment of sale notices includes a vertical boiler and engine for sale with shafting and piping, assorted real estate offerings in Pittsburgh and Mimhurst, and a promotional note for Mile Morin in a leading theatrical role with a guest company.

Moscow Railroad Station J. Swarts Moscow, Pa Penn Avenue

Stetson Uncle Tom's Cabin Co Plays Lyceum

The Stetson Uncle Tom's Cabin Co. draws packed houses on tour and returns to perform at the Lyceum Saturday with a New York cast led by Selma Herman Minnie Radcliffe Bodney Cowell Emmett C. King Malcolm Williams and others. A Young Wife street parade follows on Monday March 26.

Stetson Uncle Tom's Cabin Co Fourteenth Street Theatre New York Lyceum J. K. Tillotgan Selma Herman Minnie Radcliffe Bodney Cowell Emmett C. King Malcolm Williams John J. Wooderson Nell Florence Horace Newman Frank Sheridan James J. de Barre

Third Legislative District Nomination Convention Notice

Republican district in Lackawanna county schedules a nominating convention for April 10 1900 at 2 pm in Beranton to choose a candidate for the state legislature and two delegates. Vigilance committee primaries are set for April 7 between 4 and 7 am. last registration and assessment payment due March 11 with details at Mears Building Scranton.

Lackawanna County Harrisbore M. Pejach Legislative Standing Committee Mears Scranton T. J. Matthews J. FE. Watkins Beranton

White Squadron Opens Week at Academy of Music

Next week at the Academy of Music the Cook and Church Stock company presents the $1.00 class at 10 20 and 30 cents with J Harvey Cook and Littie Church in lead roles. The opening bill Monday night is White Squadron featuring extensive scenery. Other plays include Land of the Midnight Sun An Actor's Romance Northern Lights Midnight Alarm and more with matinees daily starting Tuesday and new specialties between acts by Ward Bruod and Charles H Banders.

Academy of Music Cook and Church J. Harvey Cook Littie Church Ward and Bruod Charlea H. Banders

Passion Play pictures to play in St Thomas College hall

The great hall in the St Thomas College building will host a return engagement of Passion Play pictures next week. The animated exhibition, shown during Lent, has drawn enthusiasm in major cities for its realistic portrayal of the tragedy that reshaped world history.

St. Thomas College

Murphy Brings Mulville Crance to Lyceum in Comedy

The review praises a comedy featuring Mulville Crance the Mississippi governor as a standout role. Mr Murphy headlines a strong company and will perform at the Lyceum Tuesday evening, blending tragedy and refined humor for lovers of the best stage work.

Mulville Crance Mississippi Murphy Lyceum

Hulls Catarrh Cure Reward Ad

One hundred dollar reward offered for any catarrh cure that Hulls Catarrh Cure cannot cure. Dealers Cheney West Truax Walding Kinnan Marvin endorse the firm and promise obligations. Hulls Catarrh Cure is taken internally and acts on the blood and mucous surfaces. Priced per bottle and sold by druggists. Testimonials free and Hall’s Family Pills advertised as best.

Hull F. J. Cheney & CO Props Toledo F. J. Cheney West & Truax Walding, Kinnan & Marvin Hal Hall

The Carpetbagger Comedy Starring Tim Murphy

A lively American romantic political spoof centers on Tim Murphy in The Carpetbagger. The piece lampoons campaigns and charm with witty dialogue and a breezy stage presence.

Tim Murphy

Train schedules to Carbondale Albany and New York

On Feb 26 trains depart Beranton for Carbondale Albany Saratoga New England points and Philadelphia via Lehigh Valley Black Diamond Express and other lines. Scranton arrivals list multiple north and south routes from Carbondale Wilkes-Barre and local stops. Prices and exact times shown for each service. J W Burdick G A Albany H W Crises D P A Scranton Pa.

Beranton Carbondale Tal Albany Baratoga Montreal Boaney England Honexdale New York Philadelphia Lehigh Valley Railroad Pennaylvania Lochiah Valle Railroad Scranton The North ILO A Wilkes-Barre South Ag Pas m Blunday Carnanthie Wiskee Barre Saratoga Wantivelaeton New England United States Canada J. W. Burdick G. A N. Y H. W. Crces

Lehigh Valley Trains Run Nov 19 1899 to Scranton and New York

Lehigh Valley Railroad announces train departures from Scranton to Philadelphia New York and other points including White Haven Hazleton Pottsville Bethlehem Easton Reading Harrisburg and Geneva via D and H R R and D W R. Black Diamond Express and Ainck Diamond Express services listed with multiple daily times. Pullman parlor and sleeping cars on all trains between Wilkes-Barre New York Philadelphia Buffalo and Pu...tion Bridge. Executives Rollin H. Wilbur Charles S. Lem A W Nonnemacher note availability of tickets at Lackawanna Ave Scranton PA.

Central Railroad of New Jersey New York Liberty Street N. B Perry Whitehall Street Scbanton Newark Elizabeth Philadelphia Aston Bethlehem Allentown Mauch Wilkes Harre Baltimore Washington Inis South Weel Main Tang Graneh Ovoun Grove Eth Reading Lebanon Harrisburg Ocevill Roth and Weal Loweart J. H. Chlmauben J. P. Baldwin Tage Agt Lehigh Valley Railroad Bcranton White Haven Hazleton D. Fi Pottsville Easton Nhu Cor Tunkhannock Wowanda Sim Wilkes-Harre Furpension Bridge Rollin HH. Wilbur Cortland Street Charler Passe Cortlandt Street A. W. Nonnemacher Para Booth Bethlehem Lackawanna Ave Scranton

Erie and Wyoming Valley Train Schedule Fragment

The timetable notes a Vel. 7 1900 train leaving Beranton for Hawley and intermediate points, connecting at Hawley with Erie Railroad for New York Newbury Honesdale and other stops. An express No. 4 operates at 1201 p m with accommodation service.

Erie Wyoming Valley Beranton Hawley Erie Railroad New York Newbure Honesdale

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