Meeting of Florence mission managers tomorrow
City notes report a Florence mission managers meeting scheduled for tomorrow with various local officials and attendees. many items touch on church activities, court actions, and community events.
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1896
Page
5
Merola Narrowly Informed Of Imminent Execution
Sheriff Clemons awaits the executive department’s date for murderer Crozenx’s execution before informing Merola of his fate. Prisoners sometimes learn from others and Merola may hear news before official notification. Night Warden Price says Merola remains in good spirits. The Messiah is to be heard at Prothingham Monday evening, April 6, with Powell’s opening this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clemons
Executive Department
Crozenx
Merola
Meroio
Im. NightWarden
T. J. Price
Prothingham
Powell's
Scranton Ward Elections And Dates Summary
A fragment lists ward names and election dates in Scranton across multiple wards. April 1 covers First to Twenty-first wards in Gouldsboro and Scranton. April 14 includes Fourth to Eighteenth wards. April 15 notes Seventh to Seventeenth wards. April 14 also lists Eleventh to Twentieth wards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gouldsboro
Scranton
Elghth
Sheriff Sale Record Birds Scranton and Nearby Towns
Properties disposed by Sheriff FH Clemons on Saturday include multiple parcels from diverse owners such as Jehan W Millet et al in Scranton and Atria Stir Master in Sip for various sums. Transfers list buyers like L H Horford, Ed Fitzsimmons, Catherine Hines, and George I Taylor among others, with administrators and attorneys noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FH. Clemons
Jehan W. Millet
Scranton
L. H. Horford
Alee
Jotpes
Authiiistrator
Ed. Fitzsimmons
Patriot McManus
John Lo Reynolds
Reese
Janes
Bellevue
B. G. Mater
Atria Ail Stir Master
Catherine Hines
A. Ruwman
Biashwurst
Margaret Dwemble
Feinsteix
Hode Park
Wii T
Winifrad Galligher
Ellen Barrett
Furs
Sprites
Dinos
Victor Madxentley
Pirie
Drs
Fon
Joons Ro Bayder
Markeli
Archbald
Henry How
Roaring Brook
Thollevie
MW. Lowers
Ann Molin
Wellles
Rowelts
Mo Dathman
Cheorge I. Taylor
Chess Tournament Sets Scranton Wilkes-Barre Match
The Canton and Wilkes-Barre chess clubs plan a series of matches against the Scranton Cheese and Checker Club. Five players per side will compete in two games each, with the opener to be hosted at Wilkes-Barre and coordinated by Collins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton
Wyornfoe
Tovehoek
Wilkes-Harre
Phgg
MF. Kopf
Mriedwald
Hid. Anederen
Plenty Wilkens
Byrd
Dr Pierce
Lackawan- Tk Vere
Fire Causes Panic In Temperance Meeting
A blocked chimney at Professor Schuling's music school on Washington Avenue caused smoke to pour into the furnace and force the Women’s Christian Temperance Union meeting to break up. The janitor reported a defective flue. patrolman Menlzer alerted Phoenix chemical engine, and firemen arrived to correct the situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Women's Christian Temperance Union
Professor Schuling
Wrehington Avenue
Court House
Suicke
Women's Christian Temperanre Union
Menlzer
Phoenix Chemical Engine Company
Poor Board Will Bury Him
Remains of John Phillips, who died Friday afternoon at Lackawanna Hospital from injuries on the Jersey Central near Taylor, will be interred in Forest Hill cemetery. Coroner Lonestreet deemed an inquest unnecessary after investigation. The body, found between freight cars when the cage collapsed, was removed to ALR Raub undertaker on Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blues
Thar
Florence Mission
T. Mn
Solwich Dual
A. V. Hower
Asaiah
Dattery
Mrink Staples
Creen Hida Bs
Thomas G. Beach
Pridiy
Eatiig
Milhir
Suretties
James MelLeod
First Presbyterian Church
Mike Billet
Dominick Roland
Icelock
Scranton Dearing House
Aliret
SMUT
Fara
Grooks Coal Company
Loaflin
Greenwood Owl Companion
Lackawanna and
Wyominng Avenues
Pradera
Lackawanna Hospital
Jersey Central
Taylor
ALR. Raub
Lonestreet
John Phillips
Neo
Forest Hill Cemetery
Honors Fill City As Boxers Pass Through
One week after a city wide honor for celebrities the arrival of Bob Fitzsimmons and his party drew large crowds. The following day Peter Maher and troupe traveled via Delaware Lackawanna and Western No. 12 at 5:00 am from Buffalo to New York. Peter slept during the passage and may not know he passed Harry Courtright's home in New Jersey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bob Fitzsimmons
Peter Maher
Delaware
Lackawenne
Buffalo
New York
Hob
Peter Elept
New Jersey
Harry Courtright
William Hharner
Givphant
Bagh Pose Company
Mrnceburge
Throom Hose Company
Excelsior Hose Company
Olyphant
Wilson Hose Company
Peekville
Johnson Cal Comminy
Tanger
Johnson
al He Christy
Elob
Stites
Joseph B Dickson
Jesse L. Eddy
New York City
John Jermen
Jermyn
Johnson Coal Company
Mrr. Jonsen
Mears and Hagens Open Their Lackawanna Avenue Store
Mears and Hagens opened a new larger store at 415 Lackawanna Avenue occupying the ground floor with a 90 foot frontage and 150 foot depth. The Saturday crowd filled the shop admiring decorations and the bargains offered during the grand opening. Appeals from state taxes set by county commissioners for several townships and cities on dates in April and May.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Archbald
Mayfield
Winton
Jermyn
Blakely
Olyphant
Dickson
Dunmore
Denton
Glenburn
la Plume
North
Abington
Scott
Waverly
Dalton
Carbondale
Township
Fell
Greenfield
Roaring Brook
Jefferson
Madison
Covington
Clifton
Lehigh
Elmhurst
Breaker Fire Destroys Johnson Coal Plant at Priceburg
The Johnson Coal company breaker at Priceburg was destroyed by fire Saturday night, with surrounding outhallings. losses around 100000 dollars, likely partially insured. Investigators suspect an unoperated breaker reignited risk, while multiple fire companies worked to save adjacent property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson Coal Company
Dermyn No. 4
Priceburg
Forvila
Owehiwk
Diackemith
Carbondale
Programme of Lectures for City Teachers Institute
The official programme opens April at the Teachers Institute Hall with lectures by Hon. M. C. BehaeYer on Institute Works and The High School Question. Other talks include Herbert on Theory of Studenthood, Dre MG on English Diction, Crowerenpnien on Commercial Routes, and Mrs. Gates on The Toy Before Go to School. Superintendent James Cowehlin presents Thought Printing and Tests of Knowledge. Professor George Twitmeyer on Virtue, Mrs. AC 2. McMolhia on Synthetic Reading, and Dr. J. T. Rothrock on Beautiful Pennsylvania illustrated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ely
M. C. BehaeYer
Chirks de Garme
Herbert
Dre MG
Teumbaugh
Enghlah
Crowerenpnien Concenta
de A. B. Winshit
Horace Mann
James Cowehlin
Wukesarre
Dretting
George Twitmeyer
Krebelo
Righe
Onialpen
McMolhia
Mre
Gates
Defore
Cearte W. Phillipa
Sebel
H. M. Edwarde
J. T. Rothrock
Tenn Sylvania
Lucy Booth
Richard
Huntington Company Presents Mak Deming At Academy
The Wright Huntington stock company closed its engagement at the Academy of Music with the production Mak Deming. A large audience attended and expressed strong satisfaction with the performance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntington Company
Wright Huntington Stock Company
Academy of Music
Moths Matinee Highlights Huntingdon Company’s Fame
The Huntingdon company earned a splendid weekly reputation through clever performances at the matinee. No rival troupe has matched them in this city and if Mr. Huntington retains the company next season, fame and fortune await him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huntingdon
Othees
Huntington
Camille d Arville Opera Company Delights Scranton Audience
Camille d Arville and company presented Madeleine or the Magic Kiss at the Frothingham on Saturday evening to an enthusiastic crowd despite modest numbers. The show emphasized a refined operatic style over flashy spectacle and drew praise for Arville’s leading role and solid supporting cast.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Camille d'Arville
Madeline
Frothingham
Camille W Arville
Madeleine
Theatre-Coers
Camille dArville
Scranton
Robin Howl
Camille @Ar- Ville Culley
Donna
Corinbe
Howe
Commay
Sint and Jinahe
Arie Opera Company
WR Bailey Appointees Highlight City Hall Moves
Rumor circulates that Mayor Bailey will name a private secretary from among editors Medard J. Mennieh and James K. Lurnett, with John Fitzsimmons tipped for chief of police. Possible surprise as Cantilla Holling or others may gain posts, while Councilman Hickey pursues fire chief appointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elent Trailey
Woords
Medard J. Menmieh
Free Press
Bailey
Gelectio Fh
Batley Haw
Connell
Mark Or. Edsar
The
Tribune
John Itzsinunens
Sunday News
Sone
Mer. Bailey
Cantila Holling
Ouneilman
Hickey
Fire Department
City Tests Show Cement For Bridges Matches Best Standards
City Engineer Phillips reports a series of cement tests for the two new bridges show the material meets top city and Washington standards. Brickette tests measure quick set and hard set, with weights up to 600 pounds, using a Buffalo scale to rate strength and consistency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Parr
Banks Company of Buffalo
Disturbance Ends With Doctor Shot Wounding Incident
A crowded street confrontation led to Dr. Newton being wounded by a revolver fired by Grieves who then fled the scene. Grieves was arrested after a pursuit. the doctor’s condition is reported non life threatening as officers detain the suspect for a preliminary hearing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dave
Ryan
Cardher and
Dunnell
Grieves
Connell
Tribune
Bracel
Pegret
Llowek
Wbo
Wal
Varney
Swetland
Sixth Streets
Spring Millinery Exhibition Draws Large Crowds
The Exhibition of Spring Millinery yesterday attracted throngs of women. It felt like a transition from Winter to Summer with stylish headwear. Milliners offer to trim hats to personal ideas and styles. Come and see the new looks. store open this evening.
Medical Men Testify in McKering Trespass Suit
Defense in the McKering Trespass sui juris suit against Scranton Traction features testimony from medical men. Dr Lloyd asserts the plaintiff is a pension applicant and describes rheumatism heart trouble and limited manual ability. Doctors O Te a Leet Burnett and Sullivan challenge paralysis claims and note digestive concerns would hinder courtroom movement. Case resumes today as the Prothingham event concludes with The Messiah performed at Powell's.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elias Pickering
Don Room
Scranton Traction Company
Lloyd
Tekerhig Wee
Todsey
Also Mentioned on This Page
Norrman & Moore Fire Insurance
Wyoming Ave
Commonwealth “Shoe Store
Washington Avenue
Ackawanna Tlik
Haundry
A. H. Warmas
Penn Ave
Williams & M'Anulty's
LACE
Gurtriks
City Notes
W. C. Tunstall
John J. Mepewell
Providence
Wreocheter
Armel Tle
Tri
Owates
Syracuse
Onelda
Norwich
al Miittetown
James Hushes
Punin
Mra. PF. Nolin
William McCann
James J. White
Mra
Mary Flynnn
Mrs. Walsh
Canton
Wilkes Marre
Forest HN
Johnsen
California
Sturges
Christy
Phe
WR. Bailey
Kr. Meamish
Phillips
W. H. Gun
Wes
Rod
Ke Newton
Nly
W. H. Grieves
Dr. J. BR
George Felton
Penn Avenue
Spruce
Sho
Mit
Street
Newton
Billy
Logan
Joe
Ethe
Chrieves
Griveves
CPT
Saul
Davis
Pillabury
W. W. Berry
Crade
Emerson
Malcolm Lova
Rupprecht
Crystal Palage
Baptist
Clough & Warren
Carpenter
Waterloo
J. Lawrence Stelle
Spruce Street
Hibald
Christian
Lackawanna Ave
A. R. Sawyer
Wyoming Avenue
Messrs. C. F
G. F. Whittemore
Mall
Powell
Sui Nisputes Plaintift
Mary
Diegram
Panera Hica
Army of Mechanics
S. C. Snyder
D. D
Spauce
Olof G. N. Turnquest, Jeweler
W. R. Shorts
A. R. Harris
Sohmer
Ard
Columbus Monument
Washington Av
Dijn’s
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