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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1894

Page

5

City Notes Examinations and Events Across Scranton

Examinations for mine foremen set for July 10 and 11. The Delaware and Hadron Capal company reported activity at Laure Run and the Baltimore slope. Opera company presents Panjaciicum at the Academy tonight. Monthly meeting of the public school principals held yesterday. The Ron Ton Social club plans a May hop at Turner Hall Friday evening. Municipal office hours shortened due to inspector absence. DL&W and vestorcar shop workers paid. WCTU weekly meeting at Spruce Street. Birthday gathering for Mary Burke on Penn Avenue. Auditing committee approves numerous city bills. Charles A. Burt sells Monroe Avenue double house to Robert McKenna for 71,000. Three new police officers begin duty tonight with assignments to Hyde Park, Providence. Catholic Choral Union rehearses tomorrow in College Hall. no new members after this week. Annual police inspection set for tomorrow at city hall. Scranton Hook and Ladder Co. No. 1 elects officers. Prof E F Southworth hosts reception at new studio. local musicians attend. Coroner and jury hold inquest on James O’Malley’s death. adjournment to afternoon. Bauer’s Band to lead Wilkes-Barre excursion to Lehighton May 24 for firemen’s parade. Hamilton of Frothingham Theatre to attend. Preparations under way for Young Women’s Christian Association exhibit May 1 at YMC A hall. tickets 5 cents, seats reservable at YMC A office and Wilkes-Barre News-Democrat. Notable comment on Burke Cochran’s visit to Kawanna avenue buildings.

Delaware and Hadron Capal Ac Laure Run Baltimore Slope de Wolf Hopper Opera Company Academy of Music Board of Control Ron Ton Social Club Turner Hall Mia Mary Burke Penn Avenue Common Select Councils Charles A. Burt Monroeavant Robert McKenna ML Il Holgate Meer Slont Hyde Simpson Edwards Scranton Hook and Ladder Company No. 1 Albert Hennie I. J. Thomas Frank Jobling, Jr E. F E. Southworth Charles E. Hamilton Frothingham Theater Young Men's Christian Association Young Men’s Christian Association Wilkes-Psarre News-Denler Piligan Scranton Burke Cochran Steenth Segollating Kawanna Avenue

Charity Meeting Strengthens Scranton Kindergarten Association

A large gathering at E N Willard's residence on Jefferson Avenue endorsed the Scranton Kindergarten Association. A D Holland was chosen chairman, with Mrs Alfred Hand as president and a long list of officers and advisory members. Reports showed four established schools and growing enrollment, while Rev Warren G Partridge and A D Holland spoke on the movement's social value and reforms.

E. N. Willard Scranton Kindergarten Association Scranton E N. Willard Jefferson Avenue Assosiation A. D. Holland Warren G. Partridge Mra Alfred Hand Mra Thoma Dickson First View DB. Simpson Second View T If Watkins M. W. Lowry William Marple L. Fuller Jomea Archhold KR. Powell J. A Prica Ming C Hoardman Taylor School Misa Helen Chenery Second Church Chapel Schol Misa Mabel Quimby Simpaon Watkins Sebgul Miea M. Salisbury Washington Avenue Simpnon and Watkins Partridge San Francisco Board of Trade Kintergarten Gsad Wencome Editional

Moody Religious Campaign to Tour Valley This Summer

Moody evangelist will preach across the Lackawanna Valley from Nanticoke to Carbondale with Wilkes-Barre as the starting point. A pastors committee led by Rev George E B Ginild was formed to consider endorsing the plan for summer meetings in a venue with a 1,000 seat capacity. Home lots on Conemaugh Avenue are being sold rapidly by E A Faorminonan.

Rwy T. W. Swan Weat Pittston Mr. Moody Nanticoke Carbondale George EB. Ginild W. Li. Puck Lowie Mattos J. L. Hangl W. W. Lathrop Giles Clark Lm.orton Moody Wilkes-Barre Scranton ConceMma Avenue E. A. Faorminonan

Social gathering for J Frank Siegel May 10

Flower and Social event honoring J Frank Siegel with a social evening on Thursday May 10. General invitation extended to friends and former patrons.

J. Frank Siegel

New Issue No 10 of Charming America Serene Art Series

No 10 of the America charming art series has arrived and may be procured at The Tripone business office. The latest number promises to be one of the most interesting additions to the collection.

America Tripone

Labor Day Labor Parade Draws Scranton Trade Unions

The May Day parade of Scranton's industrial unions moved along the principal streets with a long line of divisions and marching bands. Speakers James Wood, ex judge Stanton, and D. J. Campbell urged workers to unite and organize while a strength contest between George Brown's dray team drew strong crowds.

George Brown James Wood Stanton D. J. Campbell

Large Attendance at Pas tors Union Meeting on Sunday Closing

The Pastor’s union met at the Young Men’s Christian Association building with Colonel H. M. Boies addressing the crowd. The executive committee reported on Sabbath restrictions, urged continued support, and announced a fundraising fund as well as plans for a joint revival with Major D. W. Whittle to be hosted at multiple churches.

H. M. Boies Nion Young Man's Christian Association Ikev Warren G. Partridge Penn Avenue Baptist Church Clai George E. Ginild Hoiun Boies

Funeral for Mrs Richard J Beamish at St Peters Cathedral

Large crowd attends high mass for Mrs Richard J Beamish at St Peter's Cathedral. Rev Father Huasie delivers sermon praising Christian life and character. Interment follows at Hyde Park with pallbearers and flower-bearers named.

Richard J. Beamiah St. Peter's Cathedral Father McHugh Father Huassie Carbondale Father Mangan Father Griffle Honenlale Father O'Rielly Gordon Father Huasie Hyde Park Ej, Lynett John J. Loftue H. Gallagher W. F. Boyle T. H. Ruddy R. M. O'Brien John Brainard Jamea OC Beamish Joseph Nolan John Sherwood

Measles Epidemic Rages Through City Despite Sanitary Efforts

The board of health reports 12 measles cases and 1 scarletina case yesterday, with no abatement in the epidemic. No district is free from infection as South Side records the most severe outbreaks of scarlet fever and diphtheria while officials say overall health remains comparable to past years.

Board of Health Bouil

Councils Pass Resolutions Signed by the Mayor

Mayor Connell signed multiple resolutions directing city actions. The street department will ask Scranton Traction to plank sides of Seventh street and Railroad avenue. D. J. Campbell and E F Boyle must pay sums into the treasury for Lee alley sewer privilege. Fire department committees to inspect Nay Avg Engine quarters for a better house. Exonerations totaling 10240 from Seventh ward and related charges for McNally in Eighteenth ward.

Connell Scranton Traction Company Seventh Street Railroad Avenue D. J. Campbell E F. Boyle Lee Alley J. McNally EB J. McNaily

Teachers to Attend State and National Meetings in July

Principals and teachers in the public schools plan to attend the Pennsylvania State Teachers Association meeting in Media on July 3 to 5 and the National Association of Teachers meeting in Report Park No. 1. Scranton instructors expect to take part during vacation weeks. hotel and travel details will be in the June Journal. Superintendent G W Phillips will address the state association on departmental instruction.

Pennerivania State Media National Association of Teachers Repory Park Scranton Katlroid G W. Phillips Thin City

Brooks Coal Company and Alexander Car Replacer Chartered

Two Scranton based corporations were chartered in Harrisburg yesterday. Brooks Coal Company listed officers Keree Kirooke Thomuss HK Kirooke and John HO Brooks. Alexander Car Replacer received capitalization of 100 000 with directors Jian Jerioge John T Richards Joan A Mesrean KR B Withame and others.

Brooks Coal Company Keree Kirooke Thomuss HK Kirooke John HO Brooks Toe Alexander Jian Jerioge John T Richards Joan A. Mesrean KR. B

Providences Gas and Water Co Officers Elected

At the annual stockholders meeting of the Providenes Gas and Water company officers were chosen to serve. President was WR Storre. Managers include TFP Torrey A Hl Vaniling W F Hallatead W L Storrs C S Weston. Secretary and treasurer HF Ather ton.

Stockhold Providenes Gas and Wate Company Theneolog WR Storre TFP Torrey A Hl Vaniling Wo F Hallatead W. L Storrs C S Weston HF. Atherton

Choice of 100 Capes and Coats for $2.98

Shop offers a limited stock of capes and coats at 2.98 with 100 items available. This week only, customers are urged not to miss the chance as quantities last.

Chance to win parlor suit with purchase

Every purchaser to the amount of S100 or over is presented with a chance on the Beautiful Parlor Suit. The notice promises a drawing or prize opportunity tied to spending thresholds, offered by the retailer or sponsor.

Boys' Kilt Suits Sale Ad Preview

A brief sale item notes boys' kilt suits at a regular price of 1.35 with a Monday promotion starting soon. The text is cut off but suggests a retail discount event across a local shop.

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