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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 22, 1901

Page

3

Tragic Deaths Mark Murphys Family In Two Incidents

John Murphy, a South Side resident, died from a broken neck after a fall down stairs at his home. His wife had died months earlier in a separate incident at the same residence, intensifying the family’s grief as nine children mourned the losses. The wake and high mass were planned for later at local churches, with details of funeral arrangements and surviving relatives listed.

South Side Den Et. Rose Church John Afiephy Catteee Street Murphy Ateile Teragh Erogirh Litehen Mairphy Murphys St. Rene Ehared Murahy Michael Hol Josep Meira Simaiby Arherine Coren

Carbon dale Metal Company plant progresses at The New Foundry

Doetige iad en the Carbondale Metal Company plant rapid progress shown by masons on foundation walls two hundred feet long seventy two feet wide and twelve feet high. The project includes staff rooms and lockers for workers a shower bath concrete door, and other facilities to improve sanitation. The plant expects quick orders and aims to support humane worker comforts as the enterprise gains traction in the city. It is closely tied to an additional mine and coke operation called the Showing Spring with plans to employ about 25 men and process coal daily. September is the target start for operations led by John Harris and local partners.

Carbondale Masons Luce Tully Tomnnes Ae Voting Bon & Moris Do & HL Matt Mando Tieny Callieng Arbur Opera Ena Wow. Wat Ins and Son John Harris Morost City

Social and entertainment event canceled tonight

A hastet social and an entertain ment not be held this evening unser faces of the Sons of Temper ace ely hall on Salen avenue. Invitation is extended to the public. The programme includes traphophone selections recitations vocal solos and duets by listed performers including Olen Watkins Subelossianion Olea Stephens and Harry Dennis with Mrs. M ARIEY and Lulu Postor.

Sons of Temperace Ely Hall Salen Avenue Kigap Johny Haley Reed Ethelhark Nauti Beatre Olen Watkins Subelossianion Olea Stephens Harry Dennis Mrs. M.ariey Mirees Lulu Postor Sa Lie Sbhrle v

Man Claims Kinship to Fugitive Complains at Tribune Office

An unnamed man visited The Tribune asserting kinship to a fugitive and criticized the newspaper’s coverage. He appeared disturbed by reports about Nathaniel Cobb and accused The Tribune of printing unverified accusations while refusing to name his relation. He spoke of a Chicago parlor and questioned police actions as he pressed for publication of his information.

Tribune Nathaniel Cobb Che Wiens Chicago Burke Bo Tethune Coabh Wis Dante Neiner

Young Harry Roberts Injured At Mystic Midgets Show

During a Baruvcdiy night performance at the opera house Young Roberts suffered a broken collarbone after an incident in a pit box near the stage. He was treated by Dr Wheeler and is resting, with a lengthy recovery expected.

Harry Roberts Miarry Collin Roberts Heoper Hive Maberts Phew Duc UE Nikae Hevetul Cines Marin Humber Leo Wheeler

Palinage sale at Berean Baptist church closes this evening

The palinage sale of the Ladebbeys at the Berean Baptist church in the old Globe SLONe on Ralem avenue ends tonight. The closing will feature a athon side and is expected to be filled with interesting incidents.

Berean Baptist Church Ralem Avenue

Williams Return From Visit to Scranton Family

Mr and Mrs Jesse Williams and Sun Rex and daughter Natalie return home in Scranton after spending Sunday with Natalies parents Hy Lee of the Terrace street and Alves in this city.

Jesse Williams Sun Rex Natalie Scranton Mr. and Alves Hy Lee Ye Terrace Street This City

Basil Forbes Visits Home on Washington Place

Basil Forbes of New York DLY, son of former Professor Forbes, is visiting here at the home of Ales Selly on Washington Place.

Basil Forbes New York Forbes Selly Washington

Carbondale Cycle Club Elects New Officers and Plans Lectures

The Carbondale Cycle Club announces George S. Kimball as its new president, praised for public service and Civil War era involvement. Claude R. Smith remains receiving president, with Frank W. Derby as treasurer. The club aims to host lectures on popular topics and expand civic engagement as members applaud Kimball’s leadership and the club’s continued vitality. The Germania society bids farewell to Captain Van Bergen, who sails to Pathors land, as members toast with a gold lyre gift and a festive luncheon.

Carbondale Cycle Club George SS. Kimball Ert Aftverberdiade Kiintall Grand Army of the Republic Wil Kim Claude RK. Sroith George R. James Ane Treavsirer Frank WR Derby Smith Dela- Wie Gnlladson Company Edith Mr Smith Osu Beevers Toth Macimes Mie Albert Ae Crane Crane Israel Crane Dry Cools Company van Bergen van Bergen Company New York Pathors Land Germania Society Lackawanna House Saft Brunter Gerhard Brunnner Min Mrs. Brunner

Died of Membranous Croup

A child in a seaside area died suddenly from membranous croup. The illness progressed rapidly and caused fear among the youth and family, with concerns voiced by friends about the lesson of such a death and its impact on the community.

Janes Cillahan Averiue Jeri Atioek Nies Beeen Ceroun Keely Arief

Unclear OCR fragment from Carbondale scene

fragmentary text describes a visit or meeting with references to Min Cline and a person named Vecetition Abet, mentioning invitations and a thriving condition, but details are garbled and landmarks are uncertain.

Min Cline Prade

Joint Yehht and Water Committee Meeting Recap

The joint Yehht and Water committee held a meeting last night to discuss the upcoming contract with Malones of the Wolshach company and a representative from the electric light company.

Yehht and Water Committee Womwbevesting Seston Wyestig Wien Op Malones Wolshach Company

Notable Update On Doctor Chiles Condition

A brief health note reports only a slight improvement in the condition of Dr. Ay RB Chiles. The patient’s sight appears secure but full recovery remains uncertain as experts monitor progress.

Unclear Names List Noted in Cul. Hudile Notices May 24 1901

Fragmentary entry lists several individuals including Carter Thomas Collins Freeman Lewis Morgan Somers and others. Reads as uncalled for letters remaining in the Cul. Hudile post office dated May 24 1901 with uncertain designation and incomplete names.

Hudile Pogtottios Jeris Carter Thomas Collins Havey Freeman William Francis D. D. Lewis H. . Morgan John V. Somers J. WH Thomas, Postumister

May dance to be held at Burke's hall tomorrow night

The May dance, delayed for weeks by Youle or noviety wieles, is scheduled to occur tomorrow evening in Burke's hall, promising an evening of music and social activity for attendees.

Youle Noviety Wieles Burke's Hall

Louis Bruner Plans Departure With Mrs Brunner

Louis Bruner of Prelmont slives will leave with Mrs Brunner on an upcoming journey. The brief notice mentions their joint travel plans and reflects a simple household relocation.

Louis Bruner Prelmont Slives Mrs. Brunner

Man in Critical Condition After Runaway Injury

John Sears of Archbald Street, driver for the Dela Ware and Hudson company, is in a critical condition at Emergency hospital after a runaway near Jermyn. He suffers tetanus, or lockjaw, feared unrecoverable. His leg was scraped along earth during the drag.

John Sears Archbald Street. Co Dela Ware and Hudson Company Jermyn Wbout Sears

Delegation of music lovers fills Scranton Lyceum

The Schimann Heink concert drew a large local delegation of music lovers from Carbondale and Scranton. Notable attendees included Mr and Mrs L M Smith, Mr and Mrs D L Crane, A P Trautwein, Mr and Mrs Wes T Colville, the Misses Butler, Mrs R B Start, Mr and Mrs Frank Roemmelmeyer, Mr and Mrs FE Burr, Miss Helen Patterson, Dr Huth Wheeler, Miss Hazel Wheeler, Miss Hoffman, W J Hamilton, H P Clark, Po Coogan, William Swigert, Willis Jones, Miss May L Wilpatrick, Miss Ning Frank, Mr and Mrs W D Means, R Munn, Richard Lloyd, Isaac Singer, Vincent Manners. The strong turnout showcases Carbondale culture.

Schimann-Heink Lyceum Scranton L. MM. Smith D. L. Crane A. P. Trautwein Wes T. Colville Butler R. 2. Start Frank Roemmelmeyver F. FE. Burr Helen Patterson Huth Wheeler Hazel Wheeler Hoffman W. J. Hamilton H. P. Clark Coogan William Swigert Willis Jones May L. Wilpatrick Ning Frank W. D. Means R. Munn Richard Lloyd Isaac Singer Vincent Manners Carbondale

Miss Gillen Leaves Carbondale for Amityville Position

Miss Gillen, a leading professional in Carbondale, will depart for Amityville to care for Mrs. Bacon, join the Bacon family, and later travel with them on a European tour. Her move follows a securing of a position with J Pierpont Morgan Co.

Atheon Gillen Siumil Worse Messenuse Carbondale Amityville, Inc Robert Bacon J. Pierpont Mera Co

Eye operation relieves Scranton merchant

Henry Salim, father of Abe Salim, underwent an eye operation yesterday in Scranton to relieve a congested eyelid condition that threatened sight. Dr Frey, an oculist from Scranton, performed the procedure, which slit the eyelids. Further minor surgery will follow in a few days to achieve full relief.

Henry Salim Abe Salim Scranton Dr. Frey Salin

Councilman Battle Buys McCarthy Homestead for Renovation

Councilman Battle has purchased the old McCarthy homestead on the elevation by Sandy's field. He plans to alter and renovate the residence and transfer it into a delightful home, leveraging its scenic town view and favorable location.

Battle McCarthy Sandy

Wats lad treated for broken thigh at local hospital

Samuel Oquake of Dundalf Street was admitted with a compound fracture of the thigh sustained at work in the breaker yesterday. Philadelphia salesman Mr Premers was treated yesterday for a sudden grip attack at the hospital.

Samuel Oquake Dundalf Street Wats Yesterili Premers Philadelphia Yesterlay Ulin Mionudiny

Scranton Visitors and Local Society Notes

In town that evening were Mr and Mrs Mer Plow and others. Gilleran and mis Mis Walsh guests of Walsh of Brant, and Rev William Blair returned from Ligonier county town visit. Scranton residents and families hosted or visited relatives in Uniondale Mayfield Port Jervis and Philadelphia areas.

Fo J. McDonald Scranton Mer Plow Gilleran Serenton Ty A. Walsh John Kase Edith Wayne Street Port Jervis Paterson New York City Mink PL Coates Philadelphia J. B. Vannon Belmont Street Margaret Dever Washington Pawdeny Terrace Street Mary Bates Emily Matthews Arbondale Blanche Snyder South Washington Streel Wilkes-Barre Mary Jenkins Sarah David Mendelson Mayfield William I’. Blair Ligerne Esterday Bryce Biat Sixth Avenue

Jermyn and Mayfield School Month End Report

The Mayfield borough and Jermyn school reports list pupils by grade and department with top eight months scholarship recipients across grades from first to tenth. Notable items include a poisoning incident of a child on Fourth street, a birth announcement for Mr. and Mrs. Frank Taylor, and upcoming local band excursions to Harvey’s Lake on July 17.

Jermyn Preston Badger Nettie Allen Agnes Freas Leone Hall Florence Miller Nora Muldoon Grace Phillips Lulu Wall Cora Woodworth James Gilbert Hazel Haughton Olive Adams May Dempsey Aliee Jones Florence Maines Marjorie Mumford Bugitive Long Ada Farley Stanley Livins Alvira Day Maggie McAndrew Lorietta Irving Minnie Parks Mayfield Borough Clara Harvey Laura Cuff J. Carl Cunningham Anna Kuzminte Mary Riehart Walter Edmunds Walter Shlanta Vevonten Dimunds John Burke Clara Idamunds Alphonsus Rergan Clare Neary John Williams Frank Choha Andrew Kiezmiak Inch Lil- Han Walker Harvey's Lake Women's Home Earsely Thomas Bray Main Street Grammage Neilson Sachs Meinley John Mumford Charles Blakeslee Will Snyder Sickler’s Pond Carrie Minnie Tripp Chinchilla Amy Ditmore

Peckville Social Notes and Uncalled Letters

Mrs M D Betts returned from Port Jervis after visiting her son Edward Betts. Mrs Felix and daughter from Canton Pa visit Mr and Mrs Tracy Allen at the Powder Mills. Mrs Charles Wallick leaves to spend a few days with relatives at Shohola Pa. Mrs Charles Bogur is seriously ill at Chassy. Gilbert Pierce and Horace Menner recently traded a horse with Liveryman Tiffany and receive congratulations from friends. Uncalled letters at Peckville post office include Joseph Conway George Edwards Hugh Murray James Pollard Michiel Klesie Wiles.

M. D. Betts Port Jervis Edward Betts Felix Canton Tracy Allen Powder Mills Charles Wallick Shohola Charles Bogur Chassy Gilbert Pierce Homacr Menner Liveryiman Tiffany Gilbert Horace Peckville Joseph Conway George Edwards Hugh Murray James Pollard Michiel Klesie- Wiles

Dalton W OH Man To Supervise NY Rail Station Project

Dalton W OH Von Starer travels to Pictfield Springs NY to oversee erection of a station for the Delaware Lackawanna and Western railroad. He will also supervise other Utica branch stations during the summer. Local notices mention charity suppers, church events, and meetings.

W. OH. von Starer Pictfield Springs N.Y Delaware, Lackawannua and Western Railroad Willlee Utica Ina Kresge No 1. Purdy Alves Charles Purdy Walter Pins Dy Armstrong Baptist Church Laidies' Aid Society Oak Bundry Byworth League Methodist Church George C. Muhy Scranton Young Men's Chriatian Shims Scranton New York William Evans J. G. Somers John W. Dershimer Ella Care New York City Montrose Scranton Young Mens Christian Wesociation

Peruna Lauded as Cure and Tonic by Texas Congressman

A Texas congressman praises Peruna as a permanent cure for catarrh and a grand tonic. The Peruna Medicine Co of Columbus Ohio features testimonials claiming relief from sore throat chronic tonsillitis and related illnesses with repeated references to patients and physicians endorsing the remedy.

Peruna Medicine Co Columbus R. C. de Graffenreid Charles BD. Smith Charles TD Siyoth Angels Chung Cal Perna Er.c O. de Graffenreid Longview Texas Peruna Hotel Wellington Washington, D. C

Entertainer Miss Julie FE to Perform at Methorthe Church

A weekly church notice states Miss Julie FE, cruiser of Montrose, an elocutionist and entertainer, will give an evening program next Friday at Methorthe church. The event promises a very interesting service and will be assisted by local talent.

Julie FE Montrose

Elmhurst Society Notes and Local Events

Mrs. Fred Peek of Scranton visits her parents Mr and Mrs Rhodes. Miss Lena Clark of Berauton receives praise for a talent show at Miss Dyeher's school. Miss Chirk apologizes for an error during an entertainment led by Miss Jimice Dunning. Several local residents plan weekend activities and travel arrangements.

Fred Peek Scranten Aes OM. Rhodes Huehinahiin Benampton Ald Manseen J. OW Chivis F.ishwands Renner Wiver Helms Jimice Dunning

Local Notes From Moscow Social Roundup

Moscow society columns note Mrs Horace Jeney and sen visiting Bovina. Mrs FOB and Cigodhier returned Monday from Kane to see her parents, George Daliyuille. FP Le Ciwipe heads to New York Monday. Mish Mary De Pew spent part of last week in Pye. Kitlinger of tineen Girere was a visitor Saturday. Arthur Wilson of Sorauten was the

Horace Jeney Sen Bovina Fob Cigodhier Kane George Daliyuille le Ciwipe Feet Fur New York Mish Mary de Pew Pye My. Kitlinger Tineen Girere Arthur Wilson Sorauten

Local Social Notes Highlight Community Guests and Events

The column records guests at church events including Wie Iwather Da Videon and presentations at the Metivoist Atpiscopial church. It notes Alvin Mhigood hosting fêtes in Lestershire Sutay Kies and attendance by Pather Dut and Phillipa in Ditties. Various locals from Scranton and Brooklyn appear as guests or hosts in a community roundup of last week social activity.

Iwather Suelay Warner Evens Alvin Mhigood Lestershire Sutay Kies Pather Dut Hey Rather Phillipa Tom Mionicky Cominsshiner Platina Scranton Ciao Laniistiow House Church Street AL Hivooke Biraeklyn N.Y Posten Puirk Waynark Moms Ft W. Thornbaker Mer Mere Wook Familey Thiughton Muth Puiokis Mee A. J. Doawnbaker Lust Sab- Wath

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