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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1901
Page
11
Local residents report a man near No. 22 schoolhouse offering money and candy to lure children to ride in a buggy. Mine workers hold special meetings as authorities investigate. Teachers and parents alerted, police unaware of any verified incidents as of last night.
Reverend Frank J. Milman, pastor for fifteen months at Sumner Avenue Prebyterian church, gives farewell sermon tomorrow evening before his move to Pottsville's Second Presbyterian Church. He helped liquidate the church debt and led many to faith during his tenure. A farewell reception was held at Mrs. Kiah Peters home on North Reboova avenue with games and refreshments.
The Mt Peasant Bellevue and Diamond local of the Knights of Labor Mine Workers of America held special meetings to decide on actions regarding the suspension of Samuel Morgan. A movement had been started to influence the outcome at their representative hall last evening.
A local note indicates confusion over a proposed convent relocation and a district convention. The plan is said to have fallen through as people reconsider the agreement and the implications for the community.
An advertisement notes a program at Jackson Street featuring a reading of Shel don'e In Hie Steppe. The reading promises an engaging tale illustrated with forty two encyclopedias and aims to attract an audience by referencing a familiar oak motif.
Leader Professor Lewis Thawle plans a public meeting with Rev James Hughes in attendance for a prayer gathering. A large audience from the Dalpit Yours People’s union is expected next Tuesday night. The pastor will deliver a lecture linked to the serial by the Papist Young People Union on Thursday, April 1.
A local retailer states the new Hosiery Department is the biggest in the city and promises price reductions on every pair. The notice mentions Meare and Phugen in association with the sale.
A Monday evening entertainment and sale will occur at the South Main avenue Congregational church under the supervision of Annin Humphreys William J. Thomas and Thomas Lewis with a 10 cent admission including cake and ice cream proceeds to aid church causes. A large donation drive raised between 200 and 500 in recent mite-box collections for the Simpeon Methodist Episcopal church.
Tomorrow Williams & McAnulty's carpet store offers the second portion of water damaged stock from a recent fire. Goods show little damage after cleaning yet prices remain firm. The sale aims to conclude within three days to prepare for Easter trade.
The sale offers limited portions of water damaged stocks from insurance settlements. Today and Saturday 8 o clock morning bargains include fashion umbrellas dress goods silks laces corsets embroideries gloves and domestics with coats wraps and children wear among many items.
Thomas Williams to address first public presentation on May 90 as Filurian lodge of Odd Fellows holds regular meeting electing officers for the term. Patrolman John Malett recovers from a fractured jaw, John W. Roberts relocates to Pittsburgh with family, and Patrick Taylon also recovers from recent injuries. Mt Pleasant lodge No 27 United Aline Workers of America upholds Banniet Morgan against the Hiale convention. Services note a missing resident James Hirrington and funeral details for Hert Lewie with clergy Rev Thomas de Grudhs.
A local Dunmore gathering conducted an officer election for the Fred Men club. Officials chosen include Sinehem as award Kimble, M. J Bolgers as junior sagmmere, and Mielaet arly prophet. The event also noted a basketball portion and a forthcoming election in April.
Dinnore Methodist Modweedipua offers morning sermon The Enduring Names and evening message Riatal thte Throweh Jesue Chriet Sunday school and other services listed. Duilien Presbyterian Church Pastor Gibbons sets morning What Do with Our Disappointed and evening Chitat's Society in the World. Dynes Street Baptist Church led by G W North preaches at 10 50 with week of prayer and Sunday school. Tripp Avenue Christian Church J J Dibner presents morning Review of Sunday School Lessons and evening What Think Your Christ with doors open to all worshipers.
The text appears garbled with scattered branding and phrases. It mentions a new Hosters Department claimed to be the largest in the city and urges readers to come and see, naming "Mewre & Placwn" as possible entities.
The article notes Prof Ernest L Povard a gifted pianist giving a recital at the Methodist Episcopal church in Dunmore. It mentions community attention to his talents and the local church gathering, with other local notes about fines for Sunday shaving and a funeral procession for Michael Mealy.
Travel deals offered by Southern Railway for trips to California Arizona and New Mexico with tickets from Washington or Philadelphia at 46.00 dollars and lower prices via select sleepers. Departures on Mondays Tuesdays and Wednesdays with Tuesday sleeper to Coloniae. Berth reductions apply and Pullman porters accompany each sleeper. Information available from Charles L. Hopkins, District Passenger Agent, Southern Railway, 828 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia.
Nonsensical OCR fragment mentions a proprietor offering a remedy and urging care for various named figures and troubles. The text presents as a period voice ad or pamphlet style notice with implausible names and a promise of a life improving bottle.
North Scranton A V Bower will deliver a lecture at the Providence Presbyterian Church with stereopticon views depicting events from Christ life before Easter. Tickets are not sold. offerings will be received at the door. The event features selected scenes and a focus on current church matters.
The notice lists multiple events at 206 Washington avenue and 48 North Martin avenue including Gospel meetings on Saturday afternoon at 2 00, Sunday Bible study with Rev George L Altielio at 4 00, and a mothers meeting held monthly on the first Wednesday. Miss Wilson leads a conference with committee members, embroidery class misses next Tuesday, and a youth revival at the Rec ent Presbyterian church Tuesday evening. Entreaties urge all mothers and members to attend and join classes in English needlework and embroidery.
A grand cake walk and ball will be held Thursday at the Auditorium under the auspices of the Quaker City Colored quartet. Performers include Wiha Fisher of Philadelphia Je rome Watley of thikette Carl Wak ner Percy Roy of Wilkes-Barre and W. Hayden of New York City. A large sale of tickets has already occurred and the hall is expected to be filled to capacity.
Mrs. Daniel Bevan, former organist of West Market Street Welch Congregational Church, was honored Wednesday evening with a purse of gold in recognition of faithful service after resigning her post. John Hobbs spoke for the congregation as the presentation occurred during a literary and musical program.
Local retailer Meare and Haugen promotes a storewide price cut on every home pile and announces a newly expanded Hosiery Department claimed to be the largest in the city.
The notice outlines a wedding between Miss Katharine Cabiel of Church Avenue and Mr Adams of Youngstown next Monday. A social is planned at Mr and Mrs Moon Motuinness’s home at Main Avenue and Porker Street next Thursday evening.
The funeral for Mire Fred Winter was held yesterday morning in the Cathedral geometrs. Services occurred at the home of the deceased’s mother Mrs. Carden on Oyryeving Avenue with many relatives and friends in attendance. Floral tributes reflected high esteem and a requiem Mass was celebrated at St Peters Cathedral with pallbearers Michael Mes Orail Ines Motlueh Thormshives and Edward Menihon. Flower bearers were Mielweld Goerity and Mut fin Nevon.
A horse drawn hearse owned by James Wrevie of River Street collided on Pitre Avenue sending drivers Mende and Wheson from the vehicle. Police separated the riders and the horse bolted down River Street until it struck a post, causing a violent end to the event.
Saturday sale promises price cuts on every pair of hose as Meare and Hiowgen promote a newly expanded Hosiery Department with a larger stock and a lure to shoppers to visit the store.
Unclear OCR text describes a South Sister Young Women’s Christian association event invited attendees after noon. Mention of Mrs Milgas Beth Willen leading the meeting and a general anti community misstatement. Attendees include James J. Prenat and Wilkes Baan.
Fragmentary ad notes a new hosiery department described as the largest in town, inviting shoppers to visit the store. Mentions names unclear due to OCR issues but emphasizes sewing and fashion offerings.
Daniel Shea died yesterday morning at Wa Odane after a long illness. He was a well known and respected member of the community and a former member of several local organizations. He leaves behind a widow, Mrs Ane Rogers, a daughter, and several grandchildren. Funeral services will be held tomorrow at 2 p.m. at the church on North Main Avenue, with interment at the local cemetery.
An inquest at Dunne on Giovanni Ciliberti’s death by gunshot found no new facts. County Detective Phillipe suspects murder. witnesses were reluctant. Jurors urged the county commissioners to pursue and arrest the responsible party or parties.
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