This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 29 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1898
Page
2
News from Mt Gretna prompts Captain Wells Corwin to seek about thirty recruits for Company H. Jacob Bohr organizes enlistment with posters across the city and readiness to drill once men sign up. Recruits expected to return from Mt Gretna by Saturday and join the effort promptly.
At a Monday meeting the Path er Whitty society of the town voted unanimously to offer the services of its 175 able bodied men if President McKinley calls for volunteers. The group has been drilled since the war with Spain under Captain James May and will present its program at the next gathering.
The funeral was held yesterday afternoon at his Reese street home. The Rev W G Watkins of North Main Avenue Baptist Church officiated. Floral offerings were numerous and the pallbearers listed included John Sims Thomas Williams James Wheeler and Thomas Davis. The remains were taken to Moss town.
An entertainment and social will be held at the Puritan Congregational church under the Busy Bee circle. The programme includes recitations and solos by Helmina Griffin Annette Manon Mabel Aimee FOCHANON Billy Thomas Mamtor Tom Morris Margaret Simon Mary Powell Flowle Banteld Reettathon Leaville Williams and Blanche Banfield with Thomas Owens and party. The event begins at 7:90.
The duplicates of delinquent city and school taxes for 1897 for First aid Third wards in Berantan are now in the collector's hands for collection. Prompt payment will save further cost. John J. Costello, collector, 1018 West Market Street.
The Rescue lodge No. 71 Knights of Pythias conferred degrees on most members yesterday afternoon and evening. Joseph Phillips led the ceremony with assistance from a local officer. Midnight refreshments followed. Local events include Hat the nation convention in Denver next month and visits among Taylor and Wayne avenue residents. Funeral services for Joseph Church are planned tomorrow on North Main avenue with Forest DA Cemetery interment. John Thomas plans a move to New York City en route to the old country for permanent residence.
Washington May 2 The following Pennsylvania pension items show an increase for James Couley of Scranton. Details indicate a wage-related pension adjustment affecting local residents and employers in Pennsylvania.
The advertisement claims Hood's Sarsaparilla cures scrofula catarrh dyspepsia rheumatism and weak nerves and offers Hood's Pills as the only compa nion to take with the remedy. It emphasizes ease and efficiency.
Local war fever intensifies as Camp members receive government reply to service offers. Recruiters report hopeful interest with 32 men rolled Monday night and 16 more cleared for service pending medical exams. enthusiasm remains high despite no formal new regiment formation yet.
A reader from Galveston thanks Lydia E. Pinkham's remedies for transforming her health. She describes backache headaches abdominal pain and menstrual distress eased by Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound Bonative Wash and Liver Pills. The letter praises the medicine’s value and urges other women to try it.
Coli avenue resident returns from Factoryville. Miss Anta Lewis of North Rebeccan Avenue is seriously ill at home. H. A. Parsons of Thirteenth Street is visiting Rev. Thomas Hell of Moravia New York, former pastor of the Midmouth Congregational church.
Notices report that any person with a claim against the Oxford Mine Accidental Fund should present it to Treasurer Reese Phillips by Friday May 1. A Washburn Street Presbyterian church conference is scheduled this evening after prayer service. Other items note a dedication preview for the church, a St Brendan’s Council 41 tag displayed, and the Stars and Stripes gift from M J Fitzgibbons. Funeral arrangements for Elizabeth M Bevin and Richard I Harris are listed with service times and interment details. A lecture by Rev James Hughes on Mr Hadstone is set at the Baptist church. United States pensioners are urged to visit Notary Andy G Morgan this week for certificates.
The board discusses funding and arranges flag purchases for multiple school buildings and adjourns to meet on May 17.
Henry Weh Rum general manager of L L & Company signed to the forged check scheme. Jenkins was arrested after a hearing before Alderman Storr for forgery connected to hotelkeeper Charles Kirst. Jenkins posted bail under $500. Kirst attached Jenkins household effects and sought payment of debts while Jenkins promised to raise funds. Jenkins previously worked as a bartender and streetcar conductor, recently married, living on Hilreh Street between Cedar and Pittston avenues.
Last Wednesday evening a concert at Mears hall for West Side hospital fund was postponed to no later date due to Thirteenth regiment departure. It will be held this evening at Mears hall with strong support for St Patrick’s Ladies Society and their Catholic benevolent league. Rev Lt Mactouldrick will preach, and the program includes piano, vocal, violin, and choral selections by St Patrick’s School and local performers.
At a special meeting the Electric City Wheelteen received the committee report on uniforms and adopted it unanimously. Uniforms include Dhithmer trousers content military and regulation League of American Wheelmen caps in a dark color. The committee of Duncan Hull Arthur Stover and John Roberts received thanks for the selection.
Mr and Mrs H M Wall of Wash burn street visit friends at Clark's Summit Louis Bunnell of Price street home from Cleveland Medical college at Cleveland where he took a special Cousb Miss Anna Renchler of North Lin
An advertisement claims Kemp's Halpam cures chronic coughs and offers a free sample. It asserts druggists sell the remedy at a fixed price and that the proprietor authorizes promotion.
The Dunmore school board met in No 1 school building with members McPeek Brown Wilson Kellam and Swift present. Bills were approved for payment to local vendors and utilities. A council offer to cover half the contest costs was discussed and the band accepted. The auditors account was reviewed and a committee of Bronson and Swill was named to secure bank funds for outstanding orders. Professor Bovard reported senior class standing and the list of seniors was read.
Borough council met in the borough building with all members present except McAllister. They approved last meeting minutes and heard a health board recommendation to appoint Dr. Brown as health officer. The Independent Hose Company requested work, and the council favored giving them priority. Powell empowered to purchase five batons five nibbers and two pairs of handcuffs for borough officers. Discussions included fare inquiry to Scranton and Dunmore cemetery and cow running prohibition ordinance No. 8 with fines and sale to highest bidder if unpaid. The borough expenses last year were 18222.23 dollars. Exoneration request from Mrs. Neal Quinn referred to committee. A May 1 inspection of streets planned. hydrants repaired. street commissioner bill 459.70. police ledger 105.50. Hose Company tent expense 180. all ordered paid.
Mrs Elizabeth Dolph widow of Edward Dolph died at the family residence on Clay avenue at 2 o clock yesterday afternoon aged 76 She is survived by five children The funeral will be announced later A school entertainment is scheduled for Monday evening May at Manleys hall featuring marches music vocal selections and recitations Admission will be 2 cents A concert by the Ladies Aid society of the Dunmore Presbyterian church drew praise last night The program included John Watkins baritone W L Bowman pianist Miss Emma One piano solo the Green Ridge Presbyterian church choir the Misses Thanos vocal duet Miss Martin soprano Miss Emma Liv ing piano solo and others
Poetic reminiscence from the Pittsburg Chronicle Telegraph about a soldier marching away, memory of the girl left behind, a portrait evoking promised love, longing, and the sorrow of separation as the man heads to camp and duty.
Jacob Lady of Prospect avenue and Birch street died in the early morning after a lingering illness. He was over 70, a tall man who served in the King's Guards fifty years ago under William I. He is survived by his second wife and a grown family. Funeral services will be held tomorrow afternoon conducted by Rev. Mr. Schmitt of Hickory Street Baptist Church, with interment at Minooka cemetery.
Dr Walsh's barn caught fire yesterday morning causing minor damage after a heap of shavings near the barn was set alight by youths. The alarm was reportedly triggered by foxes. Funeral plans for Miss Celia Barrett of Prospect Avenue set for 9 this morning at St. John's Church. Interment at Hyde Park Catholic cemetery. A Columbus Council YMI meeting is planned for Laurel Hill Park on May 21. Mrs Jacob Haefner of 39 Beech Street dies after long illness. funeral at 2 p.m. at St Paul's Lutheran and Minooka cemetery interment. Mr and Mrs Sprukster of New York sail to Germany aboard the Berlin today. Alderman John Lentes in Eleventh ward marks first cake. Jaen Luther’s house vandalized. Jaroh and Albert Hofmeister charged with costs and reprimand. Rev Mr Haas to Washington for ministerial conference. Music evening at South Side Young Women's Christian Association on Cedar Avenue. performances by local soloists and instrumentalists. A silver collection planned. refreshments served.
Mre L B Evans of Washington avenue is seriously ill Mies Bertha Cole of Carbondale is involved in the fragmentary notice. The readable text provides sparse personal identifiers without clear event details or outcomes.
A historical column praises Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey as beneficial for bodily health and nerve relief. It argues the product aids digestion and general wellness, inviting readers to trust the conservative medical endorsement and the recommendation from reputable professionals.
Tia Veen spent a few days at the home of Mrs. Warren Kimble on Capouse Avenue and has returned. Mrs. Lawrence Merkil of New York will leave tomorrow for Germany for the summer. Miss Lizah Tinglay of Herrick Connecticut has returned home after visiting Ming Webster on Capouse Avenue. The Willing Workers of the Green Ridge Bentist Church held their monthly social and business meeting at Frank Edgar's home on Wyoming Avenue yesterday.
Mrs George Ready died Monday at home after a brief illness. She leaves children Mrs Michael Dunteavys Mrs Charles Sullivan Miss Hridget Ready Miss Mary Ready Patrick Ready all of this place and James Ready of Butte CityMont. The funeral will be held tomorrow at Holy Rosary Church with high mass of requiem and burial in Pyde Park Catholic cemetery. Also Mrs Michael Waleh died last evening at 205 Price Street. Deceased was well known and respected for her amiable qualities. Husband and three children survive. Children are Richard Miss Margares or Mrs Michandl Meliale all of this city. Funeral arrangements have not yet been made.
The article warns new riders about common tire punctures from hail, tacks, and wire on roads. It describes improvised puncture fixes using gum, tape, or a handkerchief, and reviews a windproof match-igniting device called a Joke on the wind. It also urges proper chain cleaning and maintenance of sprockets.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.