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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1894
Page
5
Civ notes and social items report academy seating, marriages, dedications, and local events. Funeral and interment plans, building permits, theatre ads, church concerts, and civic gatherings fill the day’s notices around Mossi, Dickson City, and nearby towns.
The annual Wyoming conference of the Methodist Episcopal church in Bou Park opens Tuesday April 10 and runs to April 16. Veterans of the Civil War host a reception April 10. Rev OL Severson delivers the keynote address. A complete program lists sermons, missionary sessions, and talks by church leaders from Wesleyan University, Drew Theological Seminary, and other prominent institutions. A guest list of visiting clergy and entertainment arrangements is published by Rev W J Pears of Elm Park chapel.
Richard Beans of West Market street was arrested early yesterday wandering in only a shirt and drawers and found dead in his cell shortly after 4 AM. Coroner Kelley convened a jury and ruled death from an attack of delirium tremens due to excessive use of alcoholic beverages. The body is with Undertaker Raub. Beans had recent work as a janitor and carpenter in Providence area.
The annual vestry election at St Luke's church elected Samuel Hinge to fill the vacancy caused by B S Moffat's death. Also chosen as vestrymen were Dr Bois Throop George L Dickson J H Biawell A D Holland F Y P Prices W T Smith John Jeraygn John T Everhart and Everett Warren.
Fragmentary notice mentions Alaska and the United States with terms like peaches and a coupon offer. It references numbers and a promotional context but lacks clear event, dates, or identifiable entities. The readable portion suggests an advertising telegram or printed promo style from a historic newspaper.
The Prodigal Father a lively comedy arrives at Frothings theater with Friday and Saturday evening shows and Sunday matinee. The production promises brisk dialogue and strong laughs as it travels the country to popular acclaim.
John Kelly of Hemlock Street received a stern rebuke after his daughter Maggie Kelly aged 9 or 13 was arrested for begging on Wyong avenues yesterday. The mayor ordered a hearing at City Hall tonight at 5 o clock, as officials noted Kelly’s past behavior and detention of the children. The father claimed he did not send the children out to beg, while the board heard testimony and Kelly caused a disturbance in court.
Justin Db Hice the cowboy evangelist was released from custody yesterday on bail pending appeal. A public protester, Mrs Rice, faced arrest after lingering vigil outside Scranton Savings Bank. Officer Martin Garrell guided the encounter, and later Capwell and Warden Gimmes arranged his release while court actions continued.
The Frothingham theater presented A Poor Halation by Sol Smith Riley and company on the second night. Russell dominated the performance with strong applause while Krasell’s curtain speech drew laughter. Audiences complained of poor house comfort and uneven stage lighting as management faced criticism for advertised dates and new theater arrangements.
The Bijou theater reopened after a successful opening performance of East Lynn. Flora Staniford played Lady Antel and Adam Vine delivered an admirable performance. The balanced cast earned approval, and manager Boyer is expected to keep Bijou popular.
Fragmented text shows multiple names labeled as defendants and prosecutors with alleged offenses including embezzlement and felonious wounding. The legible items include individuals such as Michael Walnavitz and Charles Zink among others, but many names are garbled.
The Grace Church congregation held its annual meeting at the church building in Wyoming Avenue. Officers Deledater Vantrymen and others were elected delegates to the general council in Chicago. Lathrope McCulloch Smith and Storr were named delegates with alternates to Newark and forthcoming meetings. Rev. George L. Ulrich presented a distinctive report on the church’s work since his tenure began.
Colonel E. H. Ripple urged ending red tape at a Board of Agriculture meeting as funds and work programs are mobilized. The report by agent W B. Dunigan noted destitute cases on the West Side, with four dozen men seeking work and fourteen placed at Connell Park. The board approved an extra 590 dollars for wages and asked the Lackawanna Iron and Steel Co to donate, noting many applicants are former company workers stranded by mill shutdowns. Some cases were deemed worthy while a beggar on the West Side was labeled an impostor. The group also mourned the death of Dr. B U Throop’s only son.
A Scranton social event hosted by representative Slement of the civic circle featured Mrs Henry Belin Jr and Mrs CH Wells among local guests. Out of town attendees included Mrs Staunton Miss Katherine Stanton and many others. Dancing lasted until near midnight with a later supper.
Ex-Justice Alfred Hind was feted at an informal Monday evening gathering by family and a circle of longtime associates in the city. Attendees included notable local figures and friends, with surprise a theme and no prior notice to Hind.
Readable fragments describe fashion items including jackets for ladies with notes on styles and colors though some text remains unclear. The snippet suggests a fashion listing or advertisement from a historical newspaper page. The exact brands and prices are not evident in the surviving text.
The millinery department presents new trimmed hats and bonnets for ladies and children, highlighting a large assortment of trimmed hats and an extensive selection of flowers.
Advert shows largest assortment of SILEs and lawn caps and hats at very low prices with bold discounts and wide selection.
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