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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1901

Page

10

Decorating the Graves for Memories Day by G A R

The G A R plans Memorial Day observances including service at local cemeteries and a parade. Comrades will be assisted by Sons of Veterans and other groups with a memorial program, decorations, and a post entertainment in the evening.

Air's Moogle Fle Sone Vetere Leot Hook Mar Grittin Colonel Monies Dr. Hleath County Aneesty Dudges Celts Gibbons Chittenden Lt Alot P. J McAndrew Vhiaiimiainy Manfor W. Pees George Civars Hhaleoy Lathnepe John Hobday John Westphal Ph We Lanftus Atherton Marcus J, Blahop Post Levi Gels Pode Lating Ait

Memorial services honor late Professor Grant at High School

Pupils gather in chapel to honor Professor Grant with brief tributes as Vice Principal Wagner presides. Superintendent Fowler and others praise his character and impact. Students adopt resolutions expressing sympathy and respect while a funeral plan is announced for Monday with private services.

W. W. Grant Wagner Flowel Grant United States Jennings Pmiwin Weisenfluh Davita Wis Ferfing Eharmeter Tim Regan Piresdore Init Wand Loomis CVG Boni Heston Aspen Monikiy Mornite

Coroner Finds Michael Cummish Died By Drowning

The coroner's inquest at Connolly and Jordan's on the South Side heard Michael Higgins testify about Cummish jumping from the reservoir embankment after a prior threat of self harm. The jury ruled the death occurred by drowning in No. 6 reservoir and found no blame on Higgins, noting efforts to rescue were made.

Roberto Connolly & Jordan Inter Michael Cummish Michael Higgins Cummish the Tribune Cummmish Higgins Tigghns Michael Ummish Scrantonies Monsie Boreugeh Louckawinine County Pal

Anniversary program marks 30 years of church women

The Woman's Home Missionary Society of the First Presbyterian Church held a delightful thirtieth anniversary at Mrs. Taylors residence on City avenue last night. Myra A. W. Dickson directed the program with Mrs. H. Brady and J. T. Watkins singing. Mrs. S. Weston shared a story from society minutes. C. Weston offered clever instrumental imitations. Refreshments were served by Mrs. A. M. Dewker and Mrs. Richard Matthews with Miss Alice Matthews and James Dickson assisting.

Woman's Home Missionary Society First Presbyterian Church Atrs Tayloyon City Avenue Ehiety Winder Myra A. W. Dickson Brady J.T. Watkins Plath Weston Society W. Kirkpatrick A. M. Dewker Richard Matthews Alice Matthews James Dickson Fivet

St. Cecilia Academy Announces Class of This Year

The academy lists graduates including Loretta McCormick Jennie Mangan Mary Whalen Alice Maghran Susan Burns Margaret Devers Grace Fioran and Annie Howle from its academic department with graduation this year.

St. Cecilia's Academy Loretta McCormick Jennie Mangan Mary Whalen Alice Maghran Susan Burns Margaret Devers Grace Fioran Annie Howle

De Veloping and Printing Negatives Outsourced to Schriever

The paragraph promotes shifting negative development and printing work to Schriever, claiming he provides the best service at fair rates and reliable performance. It emphasizes accuracy and dependable turnaround.

Schriever

Fancy Fans Offer From Cramer Wells Co on Wyoming Ave

Exclusive line of dainty fungy fans from Cramer Wells Co listed at 10 Wyoming Avenue mule.

Gruener & Co Wyoming Avenue Crameor-Wells Co Cramer-Wells Co Wyoming Avemule

Whiting's Fine Stationery in Norton Wyoming

Local brief notes Whiting's Fine Stationery shop is listed in Norton Wyoming near the next Dime Bank, indicating a small business address reference with grid town layout.

Whiting'’s Norton, Wyo Next Dime Bank

Sturges Rejects Technical Win in Scranton Paving Suit

In Scranton an unusual dispute pits E B Sturges against the Meadow Brook Water Company and Trinidad Asphalt. Sturges refuses to profit from a technical victory and seeks a meritorious win on the merits in a paving cost case tied to North Washington Avenue assessments. The jury later received a verdict in the Power case Powter vs Meadow Brook Water.

E. B. Sturges Fowler Meadow Brook Water Company Sturges Municipal League Ian Scrumton Washington Avenue Gibson Street Electric Avenue Wesumpsit Peaple Funet Scranton Trinidad Asphalt Pay Ing Company de U8ohip Ehty Ly Todd Columbus Suburban Electric Light Works Johnson's Iis John PL Powter Vloelock

Trial notes on contract signing and alleged intoxicated agreement

The report outlines a case where Judge Carpenter questions whether Bowler signed an agreement while the plaintiff was drunk and whether the defendant took advantage. It notes potential outcomes if the verdict favored or opposed the plaintiff and mentions a new suit in Powell v Btlerwick Creek Canal Co due to non-appearances, with Warren Knapp and Willard representing the defense.

Judee Carpenter John Powell Btlerwick Creek Canal Company Fergon Willard, Warren & Knapp

Date for Ball Fixed for Thirteenth Regiment

Executive committee meets in Scranton to set the Thirteenth regiment military ball date for Friday evening June 14. Roosevelt and Miles attendance hoped. tickets, dances, and box designs planned. preparations include band, decorations, and prohibition of counterfeited tickets.

Wdiels Dr. Atherton Board of Trade Rooms Cos. Weston Henry Belin Bo. Ripple Algg Hunt Penny Kingsbury Stanley Allen Caystein Frink Wandling W.H. Taylor W.oa May Roosevelt Miles McWinley Caming Scranton Ae Fub New York Tor Thoor Alexanders Phil Brigide Inn Pottsville Commitipe Nile

Schwenger Leads as Contestants Enter Slow

Schwenger now leads with five contestants having turned in points. Four others enroll their names, with those intending to enter urged not to wait long. A large territory remains without representatives, as the opportunity may never be presented again.

Standing of the Leading Contestants

Leading contestants listed include Henry Schwenker of South Scranton August Brunner Jr of Carbondale Meyer Lewis of Seran TOM R Leo Huber of Seran HON Frank Kemmerer of Factoryville with scores 31 14 10 3 referenced in the standing.

Henry Schwenker South Scranton August Brunner, Jr Carbondale Meyer Lewis Seran- Tom Ciave de Die Esacave Leo Huber Seran- Hon Sewsies Ier Frank Kemmerer Factoryville Toines

Educational Contest heats inspire wider interest and entry

The Tribune notes rising enthusiasm for its Educational Contest as contestants and prospective entrants increase. Local names from Carbondale Scranton and nearby towns appear in leading scores while organizers urge prompt subscriptions and participation to join the effort.

Bowling at Green Ridge Ends in Narrow Hack Diamonds Defeat

The Hack Diamonds were beaten two of three games by Green Ridge Wheelmen at Green Ridge alleys, though they won the meet 2017 to 2110. Senainis led with high scores as Stanl Smith Ved dit dayesat ages with Wt 1-3.

Hack Diamonds Green Ridge Diamonds Senainis Stanl Smith

Andersonville Memorial Tickets Offer Round Trip Plan

The National Association of Union ex-Prisoners of War plans a Memorial Day dedication at Providence Spring in Andersonville prison grounds. A reduced round trip fare is offered from May 27 to June 2 with a ticket agent certificate confirming sale to the destination.

Providence Andersonville Mary Hiatrarnds Regula Anderson i Tbe

Prenup Photographs Display Portrait Exhibit At Studio

An exhibit features a single likeness of a parent or departed friend in a prenup photograph showing a perfect enlarged individual portrait. The display includes sepia, water color, and crayon enlargements at the studio for viewing.

Tf von Tad Setriever Coutl Onaike Studi

New Cigars Debut Featured at Local Shop

A small Wyoming outlet announces the arrival of a new cigar brand named Kleon with a limited introductory display. The note highlights ready availability and a promotional tie aimed at attracting smokers in the region.

Tithe Distance Cycle Protects Against Demand Misuse

A regional notice outlines the legal framework for tithe distance and the protective measures in place to prevent improper demands. It emphasizes enforcement and the role of authorities in detecting violations and safeguarding taxpayer rights.

Sixteenth Anniversary Night at Camp Noos Event

The Ladies Aid society held its sixteenth anniversary West Night at the post rooms with an excellent program and pleasant social hour. Highlights included songs by Ned sor and family, solos by John Hughes and Edward Nelson, readings by Miss Bertha Philberg, phonographic recitations by Edward Medinen, a tone by Miss Markham Russell, and a solo by doh Moograr. The organizing committee was Miss Herrie Morton, Mrs. O H Thomas, Mrs. Joseph Padden, and Mrs. I. D. Bussed.

Ladies Aid Society Unitey Camp Noos Anm Wis Mibwad Nedsor John Hughes Bertha Philberg Edward Nelson Edward Medinen Markham Russell Doh Moograr Misehrrie Morton O. H Thomas Joseph Padden Wid D. Bussed

Weather Yesterday Reported Mixed Precipitation Totals

Fragmentary weather notes describe yesterday with unclear place names and mixed precipitation totals. Reading is difficult but indicates measurable precipitation and high humidity conditions.

Fodder's Sweet Corn and BR Churk Washington Avonur

Readable fragments describe a local goods item and a pair of names in a street address. The text is fragmented with unclear context but indicates a trade or notice involving corn and two named entities.

Kelly Request for Ution Crackers and Simoke Cigar

A fragment mentions Kelly asking for ution crackers and Simoke the Pocono dc cigar. The note lacks context, origin, and clear action but signals a shopping or inventory request. No dates or organizations are provided.

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