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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1897

Page

9

West Side Wedding at Mrs Forster Home in Scranton

Charlee Mittensburg of Bromley avenue and Mise Maremret daughter of Mrs. Forster united in marriage at 44 o clock yesterday evening. Rev J B Sweet officiated with six young people in white bearing flowers as attendants. Guests included families Forster and Battenburg among others. couple to take a Delaware Lackawanna Western train to New York then Hoboken for married life.

J. B. Sweet West Side Carollinn Forster North Line Con Avenue Charlee CL Mittensburg Bromley Avenue Mise Maremret Forever Tridal Mendelesohn Clarence Phillips Yong Partor Russell Carrie Littlan Myrtle Ethel Lone Forster Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church William Forster John Miller Delaware Lackawanna Linco Avenue Mro Mira Henere’s Limber Sind Mia Mra Caroline Forse Scranton C. Battening Helen Cartle Annie Gertie Carl Gerdley Edward JT Calloway Kenest Roy Hattenhure Hurd Archhard J.B Saweet Altre Row. Phillips Albert Hartman

Neighbor Row erupts over vile language and threats

John J. Roeland of Keyser avenue appeared before Alderman Kellow in the Fourteenth ward to charge Viratmin Cireen, a next door neighbor, with vile language and threats. Green was arrested and admitted to saying the Gault et Holand in two but did not swear at him. The dispute arose from no cause. Green boards with Mrs. Timmins on Keyser avenue and was asleep when Holand arrived at the house yesterday afternoon.

John J. Roeland Keyser Avenue Kellow Viratmin Cireen Green Holand

Simpson Methodist Episcopal Choir Programs Tonight

The Simpson Methodist Episcopal choir performs this evening featuring pieces by Charles Sweet and selections by Harry Wolgioy and Tom Atesham. Soloists include Margaret Jones Minnie Weber and Ella Godshall with a quatrain and female chorus, followed by a reception and refreshments hosted by conductor Wi HM Jones and accompanist Walter Davies.

Simpson Methodist Episcopal Choir Charles Sweet Margaret Jones Tom Abraham Aldy Davies David Davies David Jenteins Ghee IvyOlad Ruin Harry A. Wolgioy Tom Atesham W. W Jones Marty Winkley

Wife testifies against husband in brother’s defense

Alderman Moxes heard a case where Mrs Kate Malley of 625 Eynon Street accused her husband Fajiet O Mal len of striking one brother with a stove shaker while another brother received a blow. Malley was jailed in default of bail as the dispute arose from a prior incident and alleged “getting even” over a previous blow.

Tiwniel Moxes Kate Malley Eynon Street Fajiet O'Mallen Etrikinge Tatwink Jammer

Hunger Umpire Alleged by Alderman in City Street

An Alderman from Diriebin Pateh claims a hunger umpire named Samuel Aronevitz in Ti Serenton Street misjudged a play. Wasil Mnay kulak supports the accusation alleging improper conduct and bias.

Samuel Aronevitz Ti Serenton Stroet Wasil Mnaykulak Diriebin Pateh

Baby with unusual tremors found by authors on Jackson street

A three year old girl from Jackson street exhibited somam thpletic tendencies at night. John J. Durkin and T. J. Jennings found the small white bundle moving on the stairs, took the child home, and awakened the parents who had slept through the incident. The child wandered again at dawn with eyes closed.

Mia Yione Jackson Street John J. Durkin Contra T. J. Jennings

Installation Service at Sumner Avenue Church

Rev L R Foster is installed as pastor at Sumner Avenue Presbyterian Church. Bishop Rev Dr C E Robins will preach the installation sermon and Rev Dr Logan will charge the congregation. Rev J P Moffatt will deliver the pastor’s charge at the service in Wilkes Barre.

Sumner Avenue Presbyterian L. R. Foster H. Brooks Wilkes-Barre C. EB. Robinson Beyond Presbyterian Church Dr. Logan J. P. Moffatt Washburn Street

Local residents take seasonal visits and travel for vacations

A string of short items lists Lehigh University student Tiarry Peck home for a few days with his parents on Price street. Others include Contrada M A Cadden entertaining his brother John Cadden in Luserne, Wiese special officer and family visiting New York, Moses Croft and James Croft visiting from England and Berwick respectively, and several locals on leave or travel to Philadelphia, Wales, and Beotlaund for brief trips or business.

Tiarry Peck Lehigh University John T. Peck Price Street Croft South Hyie Park Avenue Thomas Leansry Conrad Marker Alimence Aurton Curtis Georgetown Charles van Vilet Brown's Place Frank Hagen Tenth Street Berwick Low Raymond North Main Avenue Raymond Philadelphia Medical College Trader Philadelphia Brown Virginia William Reynolds Lafayette Benjamin Allen South Main Avenue New

Salvation Army prayer service at barracks last evening

A large audience attended a Salvation Army prayer and praise service at the barracks with an enthusiastic atmosphere. The report notes stylish proceedings and mentions a meeting at Misonle hall to attend the funeral of deceased brother Mr M. Jamn Ferguson.

Salvation Army Roberts North Main Hyde Park Lodge A. Ml.ere Misonle Hall North Main Ave M. Sharp M. Jamn Ferguson William Parsons Pchod Jackson Street Meare & Hagen

Drunk Twenty Years Converted by Antivag Claim

A correspondent writes of twenty years drunkenness ending after using Antivag from Bevens Chemical Co New York. He claims the remedy saved him, transformed his life, and offers to provide instructions for discreet use with a dollar payment or free trial details.

Bevens Chemical Co Broadway New York

Providence Wedding at North Main Avenue Baptist Church

A North End couple, Peter Hi and Nelle Hows trom, married at the North Main Avenue Baptist Church with a large crowd witnessing. Mendelssohn’s wedding march played by Mrs. Alfie Blackman, Rev. W. G. Watkins officiated, and Thomas Hil served as best man with Annie Brace as bridesmaid. The couple will live on Park Place after a reception at the bride’s home.

Park Place OP Miller Stroudsburg John McAndrew Alderman Filter Roberts Charles Mitchell Leony McAndrew Maryland van Evans Wayne Avenue George Davis Lake Winola Svellman Frank Jordan Flo Alderman Fidler H. 8. Jones Mr. Jones Edna Avenue West Market Street Brick Avenue Bell

South Side Board of Trade Meets at Storrs Hall

The South Side board of trade met at Storrs hall on Alder street last evening. The meeting was largely attended and was called to order by M. P. Judge, president. Committees were formed for legislative, membership, rules, manufacturers, streets and sewer, and parks. A separate report noted sewer work ready for viewers and a Cherry street issue awaiting contact with Mr. Manville. A grand kindness event and a lecture tonight by Rev. Rogers Israel at the YWCA on Cedar avenue were announced.

South Side Board of Trade Storrs Hall Alder Street M. PF. Judge John Scheuer Judge Cherry Street Manville Luehhler Messrs Lusehler von Souhener D. P. Murray Lewislative Eorge Scheuer W. Humphrey W. Westptahl T. A. Deonahoe Robert Robintieon Edward Maloney Boruks George Wrable D. L. Helr Spruks Parks C. G. Boland Bh, Hobinson John Gibbona August Lauehrer Edward Connnolly Friedens-Gemeinde Germania Hall Rogers Israel Young Women’s Christian Association Cedar Avenue

Local Notes and Evening Lecture at No. 27 School

Green Ridge residents visit relatives in Harrisburg for Knights of Golden Eagle meeting. Gardner Beane is ill on Capouse Avenue. H. Merring visits Wyoming Avenue and Fordham Street. B. T. Jayne opens an office at Capouse and Green Ridge. Colonel C HM French to lecture on The Wonderful and Beautiful Alaska at No 27 school this evening with 100 steropticon views. Children admitted for 10 cents in the afternoon.

Joseph Moore Wilkes-Tharre Edward Price Dickson Avenue L. A. Arnold Adama Avenue Harrisburg Knights of Golden Eagle Gardner Beane Capouse Avenue H. Merring Lake Ariel Wyoming Avenue Fordham Street B. T. Jayne Green Hidge Street C. HM. French Alaska

Miner Dies in No 2 Shaft After Inspector Finds Negligence

Dunmore Mine Inspector Roderick ruled no fault of others caused Michael Barrett’s death in No 2 shaft. A dramatic club plans The Confidential Clerk at Mantey’s Hall in June with a cast led by Benjamin Jeffrey and including L W Dillon and Roy Kellam among others.

Roderick No. 2 Michael Barrett Barrett Bevel Bocial Mantey's Hall June Benjamin Jeffrey Overt Morgan L. W. Dillon Thomas Maxwell BE. J. Milner Frank Montgomery Harry Cole Mike McCann Henjamin Jeffrey Petah Johnsing A. le. Austin Ephalm Jotnaing George Kellan Squire Snyder Roy Kellam John the Battman Harry Snaith Burk Detective Aire Kiebert Morgan Mies Sdeale Shleks Finn Morgan

Obituary Notice for John Ferguson Buried at Forest Hill

John Ferguson died at his home 320 Jefferson Avenue after a stroke suffered at work November 11. He was 69, born in Glasgow and worked for 33 years as a machinist for the Delaware Lackawanna and Western Co. He was a Mason and knight Templar, survived by his wife, will be buried in Forest Hill cemetery after a Second Presbyterian church funeral.

John 8. Ferguson Jefferson Avenue Paraivote Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Company Second Presbyterian Church Charles Robinson Forest Hill Perrysen Mr. Ferguson Glasgow Bootland Amperca Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Knights Templar Silurian Todwe Independent Order of Nid

Felled With a Cue in Hall of All Nations Fight

At 3 o'clock yesterday morning in South Washington avenue Hall of All Nations Paul Huresela was struck over the head with a billiard cue by Martin Rosehick and left on the floor. He was taken to Lackawanna hospital where doctors said the wound was very severe but not fatal and he is expected to recover. Roschick was admitted to bail of 400 dollars after the incident.

Hall of All Nations Washington Avenue Paul Huresela Martin Rosehick Lackawanna Hospital Hoepital Roschick Huresela Lkely

Fire damages hillside home artesian well equipment

A fire at the hillside home destroyed the pump house and machinery at the artesian well Tuesday night. Losses total about 2000 dollars and are insured. The fire cuts the water supply from the artesian source, though a spring reserve half a mile away and new main feed pipes laid yesterday mitigate the impact.

To Cure a Cold in One Day Patent Ad

An advertisement touts Brome Quinine Tablets as a remedy for a cold with a promise of a refund if it fails to cure. The price is listed as 25 cents and the product is pitched to druggists for resale.

Arrest of Dr. William Haggerty for wife assault

Dr. William Haggerty was arrested after his wife Mrs Annis Haggerty alleged abuse at 4 oclock last night. She reported a private office scene with a woman present and a struggle ending with facial injuries. Haggerty posted $700 bond and was to appear at court.

William Haggerty Millar Dr. Hagegerty Dr. Haggerty Tierney Hall

Elegant sleeping cars on L and W train No 7 Scranton to Chicago

Elegant sleeping cars attached to D. L. & W. train No. 7 depart Scranton daily at 12 20 p.m. and reach Chicago by 9 p.m. via Nickle Plate road. Unexcelled dining car service from Buffalo. For rates and information contact M. I. Smith District Assistant Agent Scranton Pa.

Scranton Chicago Nickle Plate Road Buffalo M. I. Smith Dist. Ass

Mystic Cure for Theumatism and Neural ia

Mystic Cure promises rapid relief from rheumatic and neural pains in 1 to 3 days. The advertisement claims it removes the cause and the disease, with a flat dose for a small cost. Sold by Carl Lorenz, druggist, 418 Lackawanna Ave, Scranton, PA.

Carl Lorenz Lackawanna Ave Roranton

Amusements at the Opera House May First

Beginning Monday May 1, acting manager Kerr presents Frothingham Wagner Reis with Elroy's Big Stock Company. Daily dime matinees at popular prices and a varied repertoire featuring The Unknown and The Inside Track. Box office opens Friday morning for May 1 performances.

Mnove Frothingham Wagner & Reis John L. Kerr Elroy D. Harvey Cool Minn Lottie Chapt Land of the Mid- Heart

THIRD NATIONAL BANK Liberal Accommodations Ex tended

The bank advertises liberal accommodations and extended balances with eight percent interest on interest deposits, highlighting favorable terms for customers seeking higher returns on idle funds.

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