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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 30, 1894

Page

5

City Notes and Local Events Highlight Evening Plans

Old Electric Workmen's union No 51 hosts a flat ball and electric display in Turner hall tonight. Governor Pattison pardons Wallace Snow, two years after a Scranton burglary conviction. Santa sale opens at the Academy of Music at 10 pm with Denman Thompson in Old Homestead later showing. Superintendent Taylor schedules certificates renewal examinations at Liberty ball Washington Ave. Chacka to perform The Old Homestead at the Academy of Music office. The Frothingham offers The Prodigal Father with a matinee of The Prodigal Father tomorrow. John R Kelly jailed for 30 days on a peace violation after threatening Mrs Duggan over charitable placements. Corrections note on Bonta Plate Ginsa listing and misprint about the Sheridan monument speakers. Pocong tribe officers announced last night with Lewin as Prophet and J Farrington as senior sachem among others.

Old Electric Workmen‘s Union Tunner Hall Pattison Wallace Snow Scranton Santa Academy of Music Denman Thompson Old Homestead Taylor Liberty Ball Washington Avenue Frothingham B. Deffernen Klaw Erlanger The Tribune Houta John HH John BR. Farr Prophet Charles Lewin Aachem J. Farrington J. W. Kambock

Wonderland presents Michael Strogof in grand production

The Wonderland stock company delivers a versatile performance with Michael Strogof in the title role. Gus Homer excels in drama while Misses Fuller Kemp Conduit and Willett receive praise for their performances. Harry Thorne’s scenery earns admiration as audiences show strong approval for the production.

Wonderland Michael Strogof Patties Gus Homer Dle

Members of Division No 7 AOH Board of Erin to meet

All members are ordered to assemble at the new plat 42 Lackawanna avenue at 730 p m Sunday April 1 to go to Holy Communion as a body.

Division No. 7 Ancient Order Hibernians Board of Erin Lackawanna Avenue

Clearing Up of Files Routine Business Transacted at Meetings

The article notes routine administrative actions at select and common council meetings. It highlights file cleanups, committee reports, minor ordinances, and standard approvals as routine governance housekeeping.

Viaduct Ordinance Passed on Third Reading in Scranton

The Common Council rushed measures last night with a viaduct ordinance over the Delaware Lackawanna and Western tracks on Lackawanna avenue passing on third reading. Select Council likewise approved related resolutions and orders delaying reorganization until Monday morning.

Common Council Common Councils T. Ellsworth Davies Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Lackawanna Avenue Buttle Delaware, Lacka Wanna and Wrest Lackawanna Avene Davies Datile Lackawanna Bridge Erie and Wyoming Valley New Era and Draing Committee Rochecourt Ash Street Spelltmancourt

Nichols Divorce Case Separates Two Families

William R. Nichols testifies in a divorce action against Effis W. Nichols claiming unfaithfulness. He says he married Mina Effie Sprague in 1844 due to having no choice and returns home separately, while the wife resides in Nicholson. The proceedings include damaging testimony and a counter question about arrest.

William R. Nichols Effis W. Nichols Willis Coston Jarge Edwards Nichola Nicholson

Crime of George Davies Arrested for Assault

George Davies of North Bromley avenue was arrested on a stated charge of assaulting Miss Maggie Minson, daughter of Mrs. Manson, of North Main avenue. Davies, a married father of two, was held after a hearing by Alderman Andrews and committed to the county jail.

George Davies North Bromley Avenue Driscoll Misa Maggie Minson Manson North Main Avenue Miss Mannon Simon Thomas Linvies Davies Mins Munson Davia Heracl Jane Davies Arcent Andrewa

Wool Burke to Assume Internal Revenue District Duties

Wool and Burke will assume duties of their position in an internal revenue district on April if his completion arrives before that date from the treasury department. He will travel the district with Henry Somers to learn duties and meet residents. The bond of John W. Houser treasurer of Taylor borough was filed with Prothonotary Pryor for 10,000 with P C Connolly and James Cutler as securities. Th Matthews of Spring Brook will be presented as Republican jury commissioner candidate. A Democratic county committee meeting to elect a state committeeman will be held soon, likely before next week.

Burke Internal Revenue Henry Somers John W. Houser Taylor Pryor P. C. Connolly James Cutler Securities Th. Matthews Spring Brook Whoa

McBarpe's Turkish Bath Opens With New Look

A brief item notes McBarpe introduces a Turkish bath with a fresh, “Every thing new” style. The storefront advertises an SUV Spruce effect and is located opposite the Court House, signaling a modern refresh for local patrons.

McBarpe Court House

Murderer hunted as county detective seeks John Mur dock

A county detective pursued John Mur dock near Taylor to bring him to justice for a deadly murder. The search, tricky amid community protection efforts, involved Mrs Pratt and her daughter hosting a notable gathering, with many friends assisting in the event.

Simon Ward Former First Presbyterian Member Dies at Green Ridge

Funeral for Simon Ward held at his Green Ridge residence conducted by Rev. Dr. McLeod and Rev. Dr. Logan. Ward, born 1850 in Stromsburg, elder Pennsylvanian and charter member of the First Presbyterian Church, long servant of Lechawanan Lodge and Old Fellows, walked 120 miles to vote for William Henry Harrison in 1840 era politics.

Jamoa Blair Washington Wvenne W Mulberry Artest Mra James McLeod William T Stuith Charles H. Welles A. Mc Decker Hamplton Echaoffer Mies Vail Miss Piatt Misa Mattes Mr. Mattes McLeod Logan Ward First Presbyterian Church Pennsylvania Simon Ward Green Ridge McLeol Dr Logan Ient Wade Simon Ward Wis Serantei Stromsburg Larckawanna Iron and Cowl Company Ton Oil First Presbyterian Cluurch Hiat WW. Manoest Mr Ward Lickawhtutn Lodge Old Fallows Scranton

A Very Pleasing Comedy at the Academy of Music

The Lyceum Company presented Americans Abroad at the Academy of Music to a pleased audience. Miss Misa Winthrop, wealthy heiress in Paris, eludes suitors with art while Gilbert Raymond, an American artist, wins her heart. Cast notes credit Maud Harrison, J H Gilmour, J B Polk, Owen Fawcett, George Alison, and Miss Gertrude Rivera.

Lyceum Company Succes Daniel Prohman Lyceum Comedry Sardou Amercans Academy of Music Misa Plorence Winthrop Paris Richard Fairbanks Jessie Mia Winthrop Bironsas de Beaumont Lhuir Gilbert Raymond Baroness du Beaumont Lowpla

Enchanted Sleep Fairy Drama Tonight In Dunmore

The Dunmore young ladies present a fairy drama Enchanted Sleep at Odd Fellows Hall to aid the poor. A sweet princess is trapped by a bat fairy and wakes after a century to a prince’s kiss as in traditional tales. Cast includes Marguerite, Nannette, Spredwell, Ayn, Pearl, Mame Oliver and others.

Dunmore Wina Falrian Ant Jana King Marguerite Prince Chorailog Nannette Maid Spredwell Oliver Pables Elith Wert Anna Oliver Jeni Oliver Ligie Wert Ladi Patriea Accompaulate Minnie Dexter Nino Mr. Craam Martha Matthews Lydia Parrir Mabel Chiriet

Alaska United States Mexico in One Coupon Offer

A nostalgic ad promotes a set of pictures featuring Alaska the United States and Mexico with five numbers on the counter. Each item priced at ten cents with a single coupon redeemable for any number in the collection.

Alaska United States Mexico

Amusement Notes at the Academy of Music

The Academy of Music schedules films and stage shows tonight and ahead featuring The Crnat of Society, The Prodigal Father with Klaw and Eslanger, and The Homestead. Night Owls Evening group performs Tuesday and Wednesday with praise from critics.

Retiring Exalted Ruler Honored by Lodge Officers

The lodge elected FP. J. Pugdwmons as exalted ruler and named BP. FP, duneler, F W. Martin loyal knight, W J. Woelohkel lecturing knight, W. L. Pryor secretary, C. J. Weichiel treasurer, and trustees Augustus Hobinson Edward Boyle for four years and Conrad Schroeder for five. Truman, retiring ruler, received a vest badge. presentation by Mr. Filgauminons with a closing tribute from the members.

Serontun Augustus Hobinson Edward Boyle Thres Com Truman Filgauminons

Sailed under false colors at Slavonic church event

Michael Mayo and others faced Aldermen Da Lacey after a hall gathering at Radcevich's hall on Wyoming avenue under the Slavonic Roman Catholic Church of the Holy Trinity name. George Fetrosk, as society president, charged the group with making false pretenses to defraud the society and the public. They were held without bail, with friends seeking writs of habeas corpus.

Michael Mayo Klerna Jamea Kase Jmar John Andrey Kona Mike Posla Mike fSeman da Lacey Radcevich Falal

Miner Jamvee Gallagher Dies After 250 Foot Fall at Legwett Shaft

Coroner's jury convenes at 2:00 today in Providence to hear testimony after Jamvee Gallagher died from injuries from a fall in Legwett's Creek shaft. The accident involved a safety cage and descending carriage, with speculation that Gallagher vaulted onto the carriage roof and fell. Local mine safety concerns and possible violations are noted amid the investigation.

James Gallagher Legwett's Creek Kelley Roderick Providence

Jennings Case Goes To Jury In Lehigh Valley Hailroad Suit

Closing testimony concluded in the John G. Jennings versus Lehigh Valley Railroad case with jurors told to deliberate after statements by Major Everett Warren for the company and Vorvelias Smith for the plaintiff. Other trials and juries were noted as the court adjourned, including the Duon Campbell case and the Griffin Mully matter.

John G. Jennings Lehigh Valley Hailroad Jalye Bitter Addreaus Mnade Everett Warren Poke Vorvelias Smith Jitteer Archibald Duon- Campbell Schuyler Wwatinong Griffin-Mully B. Mott Charles P. Jadwi

Auction Notice for Philadelphia Dealers

Auction sale announced by Ab Hold Auctioneer at 615 Washington Avenue Philadelphia. Items include rivets, boxes, parlor suite, dining room set, organs and various fixtures. The sale is at 1 p m on Saturday and is part of a school or business opportunity advertisement.

Waxblagton Avenas Tuu Val Yate Diniey Colin Rthold

Ladies Capes and Jackets Displayed at Stas Store

A展示 of a complete collection features ladies fine cloth capes and jackets in 450 styles and colors at Stas. The display highlights an extensive range for shoppers seeking latest fashion in outerwear.

Stas

Millinery Showcase Highlights Latest Trimmed Hats

The Millinery Department presented the latest designs for trimmed hats and bonnets and featured a large selection of untrimmed ladies and children's hats plus a four large assortment of flowers.

Large Silk and Lawn Cap Sale At Low Prices

A local retailer advertises a vast assortment of silks lawn caps and hats at very low prices aiming to attract bargain shoppers. The notice stresses wide selection and affordable options for summer wear.

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