Soldiers Relief Committee Plan for Lackawanna County
A detailed plan by G H Fisher to organize county relief for families of soldiers. It proposes a Soldiers Relief Committee of Lackawanna County Pa with president secretary and treasurer, county auxiliary committees, pledges monthly to fund weekly support or death benefits, medical bills, and supplies to front lines or Cuba. The plan aims to systematize donations, ensure transparency, and expand statewide and national networks. It outlines duties, auditing, and governance to sustain wartime aid and honor patriotic service.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Me. G. HH. Fisher
Hia
United States
Tone Comintante
Cuba
Soldiers’ Relief Committee
Lackawanna County
Pny
Nellef
Soldiers Relief Committee
Harle
Spain
Cave Ft
Tata
Geome Institution
Sunday School Convention Program at Carbondale
The Lackawanna County Sunday School association outlines its annual convention at the Methodist church in Carbondale next Friday. Morning topics include devotions, welcome address, committee appointments, and reports from district presidents. Afternoon features nominations, treasurer and secretary reports, and state convention notes. Evening covers home cooperation, outreach methods, and a talk on reaching outsiders before adjournment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lackawanna County Sunday School Association
Methodist Church
Carbondale
Ciina
Baker
Carri Geary
Tir
Fletcher
Matthews
Susquehanna Sunday Scho) Association
Mule
General Dikenselon
Rev
Chas
Roda
D. Dd
Elm Park Church Benefit Recital for Howell Mission
A Thursday evening program at Elm Park Church features Miss Elizabeth Moyle and pupils performing recitations pantomimes and music for the Howell Mission benefit. The array includes Miss Edith Reuthold Keech, Miss Mabel McCawley, Miss Irene Francis, and many others in a varied lineup of recitations and musical interludes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elm Park
Howell Mission
Elizabeth A. Moyle
Elm Park Church
Edith Reuthold Kechanlot
Mabel McCawiey
Irene Mrancis
Ales
Jane Hassell
Mia Bertha Wrancis
Blanche Bering
Misa Florence Mooney
Cccsseeees Mre
Laura Ku
Grace Bernie
Venus as beautiful star sparks editor clash in Tribune
Op hiacus attacks Coles and the Kingston editor over a Storms and Signs piece. He claims Venus will be a bright evening star and warns of misinterpretations about planetary alignments and planting dates. The letter cites May 22 astronomy and lists suggested planting windows for crops in May.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Venus
Kingston
Tribune
Uranus
Saturn
Jupiter
Verus
Beautiful Baptismal Font Gifted to St Stephen's Church
Mr and Mrs W L Conyngham of Wilkes-Barre present to St Stephen's Episcopal Church a Tennessee marble baptismal font in memory of their daughter Ruth Ann. The eight foot high piece rests on four square pedestals with a matching clergy pedestal, features octagonal faces with quatrefoils, a wreath relief base, eight marble pillars with capitals, a central heavy column, and an inscribed front pedestal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
We. LL. Conyngham
St. Stephen's Church
W. LL. Conyngeham
Wilkes-Barre
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
Schimpff Cannon Wedding
A wedding at noon yesterday at Mrs. E. A. Plummer’s Peckville home joined Mignonette Cannon to Leopold Schimpff. Only relatives attended as Mary Mooney played the bridal march and Rev. W. J. Guest officiated. The couple departed for Washington and other southern points after a dinner and gifts from friends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. A. Plummer
Peckville
Mignonette Cannon
Leopold Schimpf
Misa Mary Mooney
Green Hidge
Lohenerin
W. J. Guest
Wyoming Seminary Commencement Plans Announced
The annual Wyoming Seminary events include a morning sermon at Kingston Methodist on June 14 by Charles H. Pay and J B Sweet in the evening. Alumni address by Thomas H. Dale. Commencement at Nelson Hall on June 15 with 37 graduates, none from the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming Seminary
Kingston Methodist Church
Fey
Charles H. Pay
PD. D
J. B. Sweet
Nelson Hall
Thomas H. Dale
Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets touted as best cure for indigestion
Advert says Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets digest meals, prevent gas, and keep blood pure. Claims based on 10,000 Michigan cases cured and sold by druggists for 50 cents per package. Tablet form praised for flavor, portability, and safety for sensitive stomachs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stuart
Michigan
Health Hints for Soldiers in Tropical Climates
Practical advice from the New York Sun on preventing yellow fever during Cuba operations. Emphasizes choosing encampments above flood level, avoiding night air, staying dry, and prompt changes of damp clothing. Recommends mild evening meals, coffee with rum for night duties, hard biscuits, and choosing upstream water for drinking.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York Sun
Cuba
Shoul
Health and preparation in military and lensmaking advances
The article notes that army efficiency hinges on soldier health and morale, urging officers to prioritize fitness. It also describes Connolly & Wallace’s advances in naval searchlight lenses, detailing a self-contained lensmaking plant, custom glass preparation, clay molds, gradual heating, and two-week annealing to ensure resilience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cuba
New Marine Searchlight Lens Projector Highlights Compact Power
The St Louis Globe-Democrat notes a new high power lens mirror projector for marine use. It targets yachts under 100 feet with a compact 0 inch diameter lens, 15 inch height, 40 pound weight, delivering a clear round beam visible about a half mile at night. America has advanced in miniature searchlight manufacturing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis Globe-Democrat
America
Spectacular Shoe Sale Offers Bargains for All
A dramatic shoe sale lists vast discounts on men’s russet leather shoes and calves, women’s button and dongola styles, and children’s footwear. Prices range from affordable $0.89 to about $7.00 a pair, with numerous lots of 1000 plus pairs and large quantities across styles and sizes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Congress
Ince
Ceccseneevee Ee SL
Ladies Oxfords and Slippers Sale Notice
A sale advertisement lists 300 pairs of Ladies Oxfords priced 2.00 and 3.00, sizes 1, 4, 14, plus 100 pairs of Ladies Canvas Oxfords valued 1.00 to 3.00. It also mentions 200 pairs of assorted color Oxfords at reduced prices and 9 pairs of Ladies Slippers offered at 49c to 98c.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ewes
Oxford
Doctor 18 A Graduate of University of Pennsylvania
An ad by a physician advertising treatment for chronic nervous diseases and related ailments. It lists conditions such as epilepsy, nervous debility, female weakness, and various bodily disorders. Promises cures without knife, using absorbent méthode and ozone gas. Offers free consultation and daily hours with limited weekend times.
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University OF Pennsylva- Pntya
Bod Adelphia
Herimba
Omea
Ham
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Reidishev
Neotson Hall
Connolly & Wallace’s
Washington Avenue
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TER
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Engfish
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Col. Spruce St
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Horanton
Matthew Bros
J. C. Sanderson
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