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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1897
Page
8
Base Ball Today and Local Notices
Baseball features Rochester vs Scranton at 3 45 admission 25 cents. City notes cover an entertainment for charity at Wyse Wall and multiple meetings and events across May including religious services at Pullen’s and Lackawanna avenues. Also listed are marriage notices, Royal Arcanum publication details, and society meetings with invitations to members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rochester
Scranton
Wyse Wall
Adare Avenue
Bowl of Health
Tourelay
Bind
Pullen
Lackwivgnna Avenue
Savoy
Plret Presbyterian Uhdred
Perve & Suber
Lackawanna
Alterman Howe
James
Teicher
Board of Control Rooms
Daclock
Earl
Yeetonlay Granto
James Gileeple
Melt c. Gale Lugher
Olyphant
Dewirt
Flomich
Josephine Schalher
Moll Township
Charles J. Frank
N and Wertha MM. Bennett
North Abington
Petyo Hoare
Matin Bennkoeha
Carbondie
William Sharnen
Grom Grove
Ada Schoonmaker
Im Titust
Royal Arcanum Mmeeveier
J. W. Bosworth
Wilkes Dinwrre
Coun
J. Alton
Loancing
A. E. Worb
the Tribune
Mesnicheer
P Henwood
Second Ward Tax Defaulters Noted in Danmore Contest
Anthony Golden and Frank Diglin of the Fire District of the Second ward failed to pay taxes within the specified time and were the only Denwormis White Vitet eliminated in the Danmore Contest yesterday. The small sample noted seven examined and five more listed: John W. McAn drew Barney McCann Michael O'Hara Patrick Reilly and Peter O'Connor all from the Second and Sixth wards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anthony Golden
Frank Diglin
Danmore
John W. McAndrew
Barney McCann
Michael O'Hara
Patrick Reilly
Peter O'Connor
Aim and scope of domestic science in home economy
The piece argues women should study household science to improve domestic economy. It links knowledge of cooking and science to practical relief, urges appreciation of homemaking as noble, cites cooking principles like temperature and acidity, and advocates simple, economical living with scientifically informed practices.
Providence Presbyterian Church Golden Anniversary Reminiscences
The fourth service of the church celebration included reminiscences by Mrs. B. Matthews Mrs. W D Kennedy and City Solicitor Torrey followed by a reception in the church lecture room. The third service drew a large crowd despite bad weather as three former members shared personal memories.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra. B. 4. Matthews
W. DD. Kennedy
Torrey
Providence Presbyterian Church
Tur Tribune Rewards For Theft Or Mutilation Of Copies
Tur Tribune offers a five dollar reward for information leading to the conviction of anyone who steals or mutilates a copy after it is delivered to a regular subscriber.
This would mean better homer, better and healthier men and women
A fragment suggests a civic ambition focused on national improvement through stronger homes and healthier citizens, signaling an optimistic call for social progress. No further details are provided in the readable text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Homer
Burial of John Scragg at Forest Hill Cemetery
The remains of John Scragg were laid to rest yesterday at Forest Hill Cemetery after a service at the family residence on Madison Avenue. Rev. C. M. Giffin conducted the rites and preached, with Miss Elle Wolfe singing and a large gathering from Lackawanna and the community in attendance. Pallbearers included M. J. Wilton, Robert McKenna, James Hundes, and others. George Serage of New York, son of the deceased, attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Scrage
Forest Hill
Madison Avenue
C. M. Giffin
Elm Park
Elbar Heter
Elle Wolfe
Bim Park Church
Tone
Lackawanna Ledlee
M. J. Wilton
Robert McKenna
James Hlundes
A. G. Wagstaff
David Brown
Enost. Hall
EB. Bradbury
C. F. Puck
John 2D. Williams
W. W. Brandon
F. L. Sturdevant
Ebenezer Williams
George Serage
New York City
Washington Davis Suffers Knee Fracture After Fall
Police report Davis fell in front of Lohmann's restaurant and walked to the station with a badly fractured knee. Hospital examinations after swelling subsided confirmed a fracture at the knee and described it as a bad break.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington Davis
Lackawanna Hospital
Rolling
Davie
Lohmann
The Alex Dunn Fire Damages Hat Store
Fire at Alex Dunn hat shop Sunday night damaged stock valued at about 14 000 with half destroyed by fire and smoke. Insurance coverage totaling 5 000 plus 15 500 on the building. Estimated total loss about 4 000, with building loss under 1 000.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dunn's
Dunn
Bchadt
Stark & Twin
Newton & Jackson
Moore and Meland
Annual Pew Renting at Park Church Auction
The Park Church held its annual pew renting last evening with attendance higher than expected despite bad weather. Bidder D D Pierson announced the highest bid at 4100 for the front center pew. seats range from 40 to 150 dollars. Remaining seats to be sold next Monday evening. committee includes Reynolds Schlager Peek Jones and others. Also noted is a Quaker Oats free sample distribution wagon parade in town, with families urged to obtain the sample and follow package directions for preparation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Him Park
Pierson
G. F. Reynolds
Charles Schlager
Willams HH. Peek
8. I. Jones
A. D. Pl
Fivery
Cure a Cold in One Day Promoted by Patent Tablets
An old advertisement promises rapid cold relief with Iaxative Bromo Quinine Tablets and offers a money back guarantee if not cured. A separate notice advertises church renovation plans by the Church of the Holy Cross and lists Rev. Father O'Donnell at 7 Broadway as the contact for contractor inquiries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church of the Holy Cross
Father O'Donnell
Broadway
Centenary Service Revives Old Providence Church Ties
A large audience from the center city and nearby areas attended a semi centennial service at Providence church. Speakers Mrs Matthews Mrs Kennedy and Mr Torrey recounted twenty five years of church growth and cherished memories. A reception followed with Hanley refreshments and Walkenehaw orchestra music in the basement. Substantial lists of committee members and assistants were thanked for organizing the social period lasting nearly two hours. The next anniversary program will include ne crological records and letters from many states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Beecker
Archbald
Matthews
Kennedy
Torrey
James McLeod
First Presbyterian Church
Vernon Beyers
D. B. Atherton
A. A. Vosburg
Annie Gillespie
Maud Williams
Jennie Smith
Meta Osterhout
Annie Atherton
Jennie Zelgier
Ellie Lewis
Blele McDonald
Catherine Gabriel
Aliee Zelgier
Annie Losey
Kessie Williams
Florence Silkman
Grace Silkman
Evana Huff
Lilie Simpson
Nellie Pickett
Ruth Jackson
Carrie Huff
Libbie Silkwhan
Walkeenshaw
George W. Benedict
Mae
J. RB. Heckel
Will McDonnell
Sopres
Mra
J. BE
Heckel
Joseph Mulley
Miee
Margaret Davies
Mies
Lillie Farnham
Mise
Mary Davie
Cora Farnham
William Reid
William Hdwards
Paul Bright
Howard &. Griffin
Tassos
T. PP. Morgan
W. T. Hughes
George Jackson
Megargee death verdant in Philadelphia writer and family
Mrs. A M A Megargee age 70 died at 1702 Arch Street Philadelphia after illness. She was mother of Bernard J and Francis T Megargee and known as a writer under pen name Frank Norton contributing to Philadelphia papers and verse. Her sons Edwin, Henry C, Charles, Louis W Megargee held prominent positions. The Megargees plan to attend funeral in Philadelphia. Promotions include a railroad advert for a sleeping car line from Scranton to Chicago with dining car service and rates.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. J
Francis L. Megareee
A. M. A. Megargee
Bernard J
Finnela J. Megarpee
Thin City
Arch Etreet
Philadelphia
Oral School
Henry C. Megargee
Charles
Florida
Louie WN
Megargee
Pen and Penets
International League of Pre
Obituaries for Lycona McLaughlin and Arthur Moran
In Scranton Pennsylvania on May 2 19 7 Lycona daughter of Mr and Mrs McLaughlin 40 Scranton Street died after two weeks illness aged 3 months and 6 days Funeral Tuesday at 2 o clock in Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery In Scranton May 1 1807 Arthur son of Mr and Mrs Hadward Moran 10 Hampton Street died aged 1 year 1 months and days Funeral Wednesday afternoon at 2 o clock Interment in Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mlaughlin
Scranton
Lycona
Mia
Pd. McLaighlin
Hyde Park Catholic
Moran
Arthur
Hadward Moran
Hampton Street
Hyie Park
Walked Off a Box Car in Jersey Rail Yard
Deoree Davia a 46 year old West Side brakeman on the Delaware Lacha Winn and Western ra id fell from a box car in Washington New Jersey last night and sustained severe bruises on the side and hip He was found by his conductor Martin Devanney and sent to Moses Taylor hospital in Wilkes Barre where his injuries are being treated He was taken to the depot and then to the hospital by train No 11 arriving at 1 am Davia is married
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deoree Davia
West Side
Washington, N. J
Martin Devanney
Moses Taylor Hospital
Davia
Measles Epidemic Continues With Minor Fatalities
Health officials report ongoing measles outbreak with 13 new cases last week and one death. The tally also includes seven typhoid, six diphtheria, and two scarlet fever cases along with deaths from diphtheria and whooping cough.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Health
Italian couple wed in Old Forge ceremony
Lingo Marinkel and Mary Ann Den ny, both Italians from Old Forge, were married on Saturday by Alderman F L Fuller. The bride is 16 years old and was given away by her father.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lingo Marinkel
Mary Ann Denny
Old Forge
F. L. Fuller
Y W C A NOTES SOCIAL FOR CITY LADY CLERKS
The YWCA invites all city lady clerks to a 8 o’clock social and reception hosted by the entertainment committee with light refreshments. Miss Morin Farillon will lecture at the Young Men’s Christian Association building on Domestic Economy. Tickets for reserved seats are 10 cents. exchange for a reserved seat is available.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young Women’ Christian Association
Entvertisinment Committee
Morin Farlon
Young Men's Chebethin Association
Walla
Noor
Diatram
Young Men's Chinethin Association
Anil
Moiese Thoketa
Local Business Directory Snippet and Ad Mentions
A fragmented listing mentions Crystal Laun dry with new machinery at 34S and 915 Adams Avenue, Twining optician at 125 Penn Avenue, Harris' drug store, and Miss Carolyne V. Dorsey teaching elocution at 616 Adams Avenue. Also references Beecham's Pills for over eating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crystal Laundry
Adams Avenue
Twining
Penn Avenue
Harris’ Drug Store
Carolyne V. Dorsey
Delsarte
Millinery Market Ad Promotes Value and Quality
A loud boast-style ad claims better prices and newer stock in millinery with leaders and a large quantity available for the Commander Three and patrons. It urges customers to choose them over competitors and vows not to do things by halves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milmnery Art
Printing at The Tribune Elevates Travel Promos
A promotional note argues for printing excursion advertisements at The Tribune citing low prices vast resources swift work and courteous service. The piece claims the newspaper offers thorough printing capabilities for travel related notices and brochures.
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Norton's
M. Norton
Lackawanoa Ave
Norrman & Moore Fire Insurance
Wyoming Ave
Iackawanna
Penn Avene
A. &. Warman
Vmelen
National Bank Blo
Lange
W. B. Henwood
Lackawann Ave
City Notes
Withesson
Margen
ShHlt Glork
Connowood
Nrved Pratac
Makors—Whithe & Major
Waters, the Hatter
Aleo
Timmenio
Hinata
reovLo
Kevin
Fife
Tive
Tvem
Han
Bijie
Fimples Plan OF Finance
Ourtas
Fielden
Providence Presbyterian Congregation
John Scragg
Alex. Dunn
Ered
Tt. J. Matthews
W. J. Kennelly
James H. Torrey
Centre City
Green Ridge
Providence Church
Hanley
Walkenehaw
George BE
GUILD
Proceiyt
Chicago
Bk & W
Nickle Pinte Road
Buffalo
M. L. Smith
Dist
Tass
Isqith
Fuhr
Scranton, Pa
Mrs
Frank Fuhr
O& Son
Scranton Hrakeman
Beecham
IME
Mokey
Gblarke Bros
Sawyer’s Millinery
A. R. Sawyer
Wyoming Avenue
Arnene Eee
S.C. Snyder
D. D
Spruce St. Opp
Jermyn
the Scranton Bedding CO
Lackawanna Avenue
LackaWinna Ave
Atlantic
Mahiri
Inhalio
Bronson & Tallman
Spruce Street
Christian
Franklin Ave
Jardineres
Metropolitan China Hall
J. Weicnel
Mears
Lohmer Piano
J. W. Quernsey
Basle
Washington Avenue
J. W. Guernsey
Ehret
Warren-Ebert Company
Siu
Washington Ave
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