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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1901
Page
5
An old notice advertises a free five cent per word classified service offering help to move houses to new locations and sell or liquidate property with interspersed appeals for situational or monetary assistance.
In Scranton yesterday morning Alderman Atkinson presided as Harry Meank defended himself against Charles Tyler in a charge of assault and battery. Tyler, stepson of Frank Bostgark, admitted the act after being jailed on 200 bail amid surrounding disorder as newsboys protested a boycott.
The fragmentary text hints at a historical meeting or list of figures such as Greenien, Dieners, Hinwylites, and McUnferthase, with unclear roles and outcomes. The garbled lines obscure events, participants, and context, leaving only scattered names and references.
April 5 marks the twenty fourth anniversary of the passenger train service on the Delaware and Hudson railroad between tones ule wed chrborndate, commemorating the line's long-running schedule.
Employees at Brio collieries were paid their wages on Thursday, with payroll processing concluding for the pay period.
The funeral for Anthony Mavoriski, killed by a pack fall at Northweal mine Thursday, will be held tomorrow afternoon in St. Rose cemetery. The service details follow local custom and cemetery arrangements.
The article argues that willpower alone cannot sustain health or weight in women and links weight loss to illness. It extols Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription for draining enfee ding drains healing inflammation and curing female weakness with reported gains in weight and vitality. A testimonial from Mrs John Graham describes recovery after a serious illness and heart trouble using the remedy.
Merchants contractors and miners await the strike outcome. A continued work solution could boost the city’s business and building activity while miners benefit. Reports of a fuel shortage loom, though meal sales show demand for fuel remains.
A large crowd at the Grand Opera last night greeted Tim Murphy and Dorothy Sherrod in a fine production. The actors delivered the Marthe Marion play for Ses Smith Ruel with strong interpretation and stage presence, elevating the performance through momentum and emotion.
A social gathering hosted by Mire Lau Chapin featured music games and refreshments Thursday night. Guests included Mabel Kenworthy Leith Keenworth Wel en Watkins Celia Tallman Nora Oliver Mary Kates Lott Avery Nettie Males Mirkiet Males Pearl Oliver Nisie Minaton Anne Hurd Anna Arnold and others with local residents and friends in attendance.
A freight derailment occurred on the Delaware branch near Farview and Walmart. Fireman Edward Geard leaped clear of the westbound tin, suffering a fractured left leg. he was transported to the city and treated by Dr. David T. Halley before returning to Honesdale.
George Mesare and James Paul received word from Albany that their sister Mie Leonard Outram is critically ill in a hospital there. She formerly starred with the KHMM Southern company but retired after ill health about a month ago.
While pipes were hoisted to an upper story at Cur-Wondinleidachine Works a pipe slipped the gage and struck Willim Waleh on the head. He was not killed but was assisted home by fellow workmen.
Lillian and Alona Reukert return home after a successful first season with the Gilroy Stack company in the Mapaton Slatere production.
Robert Reeves longtime Prudential Insurance agent in this city has resigned his post at Niemen headquarters in McKeeport. Reeves had recently been promoted to engineer of the Connellaville bemvet project and will pursue other opportunities in the region.
Friends gathered at his Ma ple avenue boarding house on Thursday evening for an enjoyable surprise party.
The note lists Meetings Tonight for Court Lily No. 0 and Forester Lodge No. 20 Shield of Honor, indicating fraternal or lodge activities. No further details on location or time are provided.
April events list scattered excerpts mark performances or notices at the Opera House featuring Piney Ridge and Twe Sterry Tramna with unclear details. reads like a theatrical schedule fragment from the period.
Tomorrow at Berean Baptist church Rev HM J Whalen will preach at both services. Morning theme The Mind of the Master with text Let this mind be in you which was in Christ Jesus Phil 2 5 The evening hymn service will spotlight Congregational hymn writers and their hymns with brief author biographies. Public invited.
The Erie Railroad extends heavier rails across the Jefferson branch extending to Uniondale and Copelandale as winter work continues. Five box cars have been repurposed as sleeping sheds for workers to keep the project moving toward completion in a few weeks amidst demand for stronger tracks due to heavy traffic.
Mrs Theresa Brennan wife of John A Brennan of Riverstrat died this morning at 11 40 aged 16 after a brief illness following childbirth She was born in Pittston July 1 and was educated at public and Mansfield Normal School She is survived by her mother Barbara Durkin and sisters Michael Collinge and Aenie Durkin The funeral is expected Monday at St Peter’s Church with interment at the cemetery
An unreadable OCR snippet references R L Barnes and a drill incident causing eye injuries during a grinding task. The text is garbled and incomplete, leaving the event, location, and date uncertain. The piece notes a period of enforced absence for Barnes.
Miss Clara Smith of Jermyn was pleasantly surprised at her home on Thursday evening by a group of friends who hosted a farewell reception. Attending were Wilt Colling George Kirby and WHI Pulter patrick of Carbondale.
Officer Powderly cautions a group of Indigenous students accused of skipping school. The notice implies a formal response to deter further truancy and uphold school discipline.
Richord Devis of Carbondale Machine Company suffers several crushed fingers after a heavy casting drops at the plant. Workman Lou was nearby when the incident occurred and the injury is being treated.
J Helate declared he would embark April 1 in the Inismerk on Geo but later decided to give up the plan and cancel the preset voyage.
Miss Currie Lever suffers from neuralgic fever while visiting in town. Belle Athingon from Cliffer visits relatives. Rove Marehall of Deposit spends time there. William Keon of Wilkes-Barre guests of Mrs. Clark on Terrace Street. Myrtle Mourn of Toledo guest of Mrs. Welly on Lincoln Avenue. Alive Kennedy of Providence returns home after visiting friends. Pook Smith of Greene N Y and Dr Meaher on Lincoln Avenue. J Hockenberry travels on Royal Circle trip. Frith Varcoe of Clinton to return from Carbondale Wisconsin. Freel Ruppert and daughter Gladys return home today.
Mrs W M Lathrop, visiting her parents and friends in the city for two weeks, departed for Williamsport yesterday. Mr and Mrs Isaac Truesdale of Deppelt N Y returned home after visiting Mr and Mrs Joseph Wilson on Belmont street.
Mrs. James Carey died from acute pneumonia after a week of illness, leaving a husband and two stepchildren. The Carey family recently moved from Arerybaid and lived only a week in town. Other notices mention Michael Ruane, William Price funeral in Wilkes-Barre, Thomas Brice visiting, Jonathan Buckingham's pneumonia threat, and thanks from Mrs. Eva Stubbs to local groups. Also reports cover inspections of local collieries, farewell party for Clara Smith, and plans to open a restaurant after alterations to a H Street building.
A Colunb us school program by Miss Dodson’s pupils drew a large crowd. The juvenile dancing class plans a post Lent social on April 1 with music by Lawrence Orchestra from Scranton. At Blakely Main street, Mr and Mrs Bull hosted a whist gathering with a fine luncheon. Blakely Baptist church elected three new deacons, and a new clock was installed in the auditorium. Congregational services in Kingston and visits from Dunmore and Minersville residents were noted along with local social visits and travel between Jermyn and nearby towns.
An 19th century style advertisement warns against bed rest and Turkish baths while touting Krauve's Cold Cure capsules. It claims rapid relief from a cold in hours and emphasizes pleasant, non injurious effects. The product is folded by Matthews Bros.
Rev J B Sweet D D will preach at the Methodist Episcopal church in the morning. Dr Sweet, former pastor here, recently completed five years at Simpson M E church Scranton. Evening sermon by Dr Fuller of Jermyn Pa. Special music led by George Bhay. Palm Sunday services at Presbyterian church led by Dre Moon with morning and evening subjects. Peckville Baptist and Temple Tron notices, local mine paydays, and an upcoming rummage sale announced. An animatoscope show is planned at the hose company hall. Pneumonia and grip precaution advised with Diemo Quinine tonic.
The column lists a Century Hose company fair at Weber's rink with wheel prizes, doll contests, and sideboard events. It notes a talk by Prof. F A Attheon to a local Y M C A band, church services at Calvary Chapel, and various community happenings including a funeral, Sunday activities, savings deposits, lodge meetings, mine work suspensions, and social gatherings with numerous local residents named.
Miss Clara Leiby of Parsons visits Miss Blancho Tregellas. The M I A P club met at Miss Carrie Beherhine. Misses Mariorie Robertison and Stella Levan attended Professor Poemingtone’s event at Guernsey Hall, Scranton, Thursday. Mise Blois Coleix seriously ill at her home on Mali Street. The funeral of the late Thomas Turner was held yesterday in the Mellio.
In Priceburg the Primitive Methodist church holds worship at 10 welock with the morning service and a Sunday school at 10 welock. An evening service follows at 10 welock featuring The Beauty of Thingy in These Proper Place. Mrs Qakey and Mrs Wilson visit Olyphant, Mise Sarah Plowright of Scranton visits Maple Street relatives.
In Wallsville on Wednesday at 2 oclock the wedding joined Miss Adalona Myorta of Lenoxville and William S. Muir of East Benton Pa. The ceremony was conducted by Reverend Hanton of the Methodist Episcopal church with a large attendance offering congratulations and best wishes.
The readable portions list names and places such as New York and various individuals, with scattered phrases about travel or events. The text remains garbled, offering no clear sequence, dates, actions, or outcomes to summarize coherently.
Fragmented OCR report from Hallstead and nearby towns describes a mix of ceremonial, legal, and social notes with references to people like Mey Headione and Linette. The garbled lines mention meetings, medical topics, and local civic actions without clear dates or outcomes.
Fragmented text from a historical page shows numerous names and addresses such as 40 Broadway and Wyoming Avenue, with references to lawyers, clerks, and suppliers. The readable items include building entries, attorney firms, and merchant listings, though many portions are garbled.
Public notice announces the consideration of the sath bonds and related mortgage provisions. It names Collinny FSGS Company as trustee and details dates for the first day of April and related actions by bondholders and trustees.
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