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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 23, 1901
Page
11
A West Scranton lineman was found in a dire state after a three day journey. He was awaiting execution while a farewell party for Rev. Frank J. Milman occurred. The report notes a dramatic sequence as the man suffered a collapse amid conditions described as grueling.
A wedding took place at 10 South Lincoln avenue on Wednesday March 20 as Harry XII Oritts married Miss Linnie Liew of Archbald. The ceremony included a lavender gown and trimmings, a wedding march by Florence Bright of Throop, and a reception with gifts from many friends and out of town guests listed.
The T. POC. hosts a farewell reception for Miss Wilcox this evening in the rooms. A delightful literary dinner followed, celebrating her kindly presence and contributions.
Musical programme included Miss Alma Henly Laura Thomas Alice William Tot Jones and Peatrice Davie. After the programme Mise Miuude Thoms presented a token gift a beautiful watch for the title and the occasion was described as a long to Te Penneintered. Mrs Marie Pache the evangelist will conduct gospel services at the root this evening at pom. All are jawitedt, he is now doing evangelistic work and is a mostenamine speaker.
Funeral arrangements for the late HW D Jone announce short services at the house opposite Franklin Engine company quarters at 2 o'clock. A church service at Simp. Won Metholiat Ee precapal oharch at 200 wohwhsh will precede the burial in Washburn street cemetery. Members of byde Parklee Neo ja Free and Accepted Masons will attend the lodge room at 7 o'clock to participate in funeral rites.
Several funeral services and burials are planned for local residents. Services for the late Mrs Mary Buler are at her North Bromley home with interment at St Jolie German Catholic cemetery. The funeral of Mea Singaret Toughes is at 3 PM from 28 South Main. Interments occur at Washburn, Stretford, and Lincoln Heights cemeteries.
General news notes report several church events and upcoming sermons at Bellevie Welsh Calvinistic Methodist First Welsh Congregational Providence Presbyterian and Sumner Avenues Presbyterian. It notes a funeral in Santhooke and a teacher at No 1 school recovering at home on West Locust Street.
A large group of town youths surprised Miss Irene Burneé at her Ajiple Street home with a late evening gathering. Guests included numerous local juniors and their escorts, with music, dancing, and sewing of inventive favors by the hosts.
Government tax on whiskey noted with a Rochester New York advert offering one dollar per bottle. It warns against substitutes as injurious and invites readers to request a free medical booklet from the guarantor.
Rev WG Slip San profiles Ian Muchipon in a brief notice noting his recognition or mention in church or civic circles. The fragmentary text centers on a religious or community event context with limited detail.
Preaching by Rev J D Dabney morning and evening with hymns near My God to Thee. Prime Methodist Episcopal church holds morning 1000 and evening 740 conducted by Rev A W Van Clef. Morning subject The Greatest Works of the Believer evening Peter’s Love Tested. Children will be bathed at morning service. All welcome at both churches.
Town barber shops slow this Sunday due to a reorganization of the Barbers' union. Mrs Wikler, sister of Dr. C. Chamberlain, dies at 79 in Pittston. August Walker to pay school orders this afternoon at the borough building. Pennsylvania Coal cuts mine labor in local pits yesterday. Charles Murray visiting Pittston. Frank Mane at home on Dudley Street. Mrs Richard Winterstein recovering after recent illness. Notices for The Tribune accepted at J G Bone & Son Drug Store.
The tone of Powrick Hayes was laid to rest at Cathedral Cemetery yesterday morning. The funeral from the Home of Mrhares on South Irving was well attended by friends and relatives. At St John’s church a requiem mass was celebrated by Rev. Mather Flesmie, assistant pastor. Pall bearers were John Sweeney Andrew Cavers Adam Hayes Themis Smith and Michiel Hayes.
The Loyalty club of the Young Women's Christian Association held a well attended evening with an excellent program. A highlight was a prize for the best composition written by a participant.
Robert B R Williams secretary of the Welsh Congregational church in North Scranton issues a formal denial of rumors that the Welsh Church elevated building on Weet Market street cannot be sold except for worship. He cites a 1850 deed recorded in Wilkes-Barre and sheriff’s deeds as evidence to prove the circulating story false. He invites readers to examine deeds to verify.
The first meeting of Lie Pro hibition and semiperaice workers convened at Osterhout Wall bast with a large attendance of youths and adults. Rev Levi Bird spoke on Why I Am a Prohibitionist, and Gomer D. Reeke, county organizer, outlined temperance aims. The program included song My Country Tis of Thee prayer remarks by Thomas G. Moore reading Henry Jenkins and a Temperance Glee club selection Down in the Licensed Sale.
A list of sewing embroidery and millinery lessons and Bible studies held at the Association rooms 2048 North Malin Avenue. Activities include sewing school Saturday afternoon, embroidery classes, Bible study with Rev George L Ulrich Tuesday, mothers meeting Wednesday, kitchen garden Thursday, and painting and English classes upon request.
Funeral services for the late Michael Hen Nihan of Keyser avenue were held yesterday afternoon from the residence. Nev W Moylan conducted at Holy Rosary church with interment in Cathedral cemetery.
At a regular meeting in Haronan's hall six novices joined the scarlet degree. The event drew a large turnout from the commandery as members gathered for the evening session.
A village audience heard a lecture by John Brinlehaw on American patriotism and national strength. The speaker praised the devotion of the people and passion for country, marking the third in a series of talks this month. The next event is announced for March 28 focusing on Scottish heritage.
The th anniversary observance of Peewtiee lodge No 70 occurred last evening in Masenle hall Dickson avenue with a short program of music and a history of the lodge by Past Noble Gird and Etta L Venice. Refreshments followed as Mrs A B Punylog entertained her mother Mrs Ki Wolfe and Miss Minnie Loangatrest Fick assisted. local church notices include a Women's Foreign Missionary Society meeting in Kingston and Grace for Grace sermons at Green Ridge with a welcome to all. The Green Ridge Woman's club meets Monday at 6 30 to elect officers for the ensuing year.
Willan Kiser of Jefferson towne ship and Mise Hilzabeth A M Brown of Vaomere wed yesterday in a ceremony conducted by Alder uodo Aivron Kasson. The nuptials unite two individuals from distinct locales.
New York papers report that Frederick Mink, once a deputy constable, faced distress in a dive incident. The articles note Mink's prior local prominence and describe the events surrounding the incident and its aftermath.
Ceaseless activity marks the stores as spring approaches with daily changes. Three department reports arrive to help plan Saturday shopping and highlight new arrivals and adjustments in stock and display.
New infant and children's shoes feature hand turned spring heels and no heels made from soft kid leather. Sizes three to eight priced 75 cents with heel sizes 1 to 5 at 50 cents. Also soft sole infant shoes in black red blue and tan at 25 and 49 cents.
A list of library editions offered at 50 cents each includes Caleb West Master Diver by Hopkinson Smith The Celebrity by Winston Churchill The Sorrows of Satan Ziska and other Corelli titles The Prisoner of Zenobia A Lady of Duality Trilby The Damination of Theron Wire The Gadfly Voynich The Little Minister The Market Wailbe Beilah Evans The Sowers St Ives Barabbas The Gentlemen Players Sentimental Tommy by J M Barrie and related works
Tad Teen, tied to Alderman Klusson's office, could be freed under the insolvent act after failing to pay court costs in a dispute with his son over support. Without a poorhouse, Mink, a Dunmore figure linked to the Ruthven riot, was shot in the leg and spent months in Lackawanna hospital.
George Turner, found after forty eight hours in the woods near Throop, was admitted to Lackawanna hospital about three weeks ago with severely frozen hands and feet. He later lost eight fingers and seven toes to amputation. He remains partially confused and wandering.
Obituary notes Lytlot Oda Riflid Gen tlhe Cackawannng fallicad Marmol 19 2009 at Slutetand Sweet aged years. Born Rochdeter Siunton Ma Sept 14. Served in US Army at 16. Wife of Caylee (Unie) and mother of Bila and two others. Devoted to Forest Baptist Church and community service. Funeral at Morante Mex Vietstes Chand with burial in Morante.
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