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Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 23, 1902

Page

3

Orphans Court Sale Notice in Lackawanna County

The Orphans Court of Lackawanna County orders the sale of the estate of Catherine Brown late of Carbondale city on May 28 1908 at the home of the described parcel in Carbondale. The sale will include a frame dwelling with cash terms. Administrator William Morterson and attorney F M Monaghan announce the proceeding and urge Carbondale supporters to attend.

Catherine Brown Cuthyndale City Lackawanna Orphans’ Court Lackawanna County Rawr Carbondale City Will County Carbondale Carbordile Ptate Pennsylvania Bourne Toohn McDonaigh Patrick White Parc Ot Jet No Mindens J. Brown Yorma William Motertson F. M. Monagnan

Memorial G A R Service Commander McComb Issues Order

Memorial religious service of the G A R set for Sunday evening at the First Congregational Church with Rev T F May preaching. Colonel McComb’s special order directs veterans and affiliated groups to attend in full uniform, with detailed gathering times and procession steps.

McComb T.F. May First Congregational Church John McComb William H. Davies Grand Army of the Republic Col. McComb T. F. May Oc‘agion May Carbondale Treadquarters William ST. Davies Department of Pennsylvania G. A. R. Carbondale First Congregational Army Eighth Avenue Church Street Thomas J. May Salem Avenue War Sons of Veterans Telier Sour Halk Perticipate John BleCamb W. B. Chase

Local residents travel to Philadelphia for graduation exercises

Mrs Patrick Bridgett and daughter Miss Mary Bridgett of Carte avenue along with Charles Cavanaugh of River street left for Philadelphia to attend the graduation exercises on Saturday. Dr. Charles Fridgett will be graduated as a general practitioner.

Patrick, Bridgett Mary Bridgett Carte Avenue Charles Cavanaugh River Street Philadelphia thedico-Chuuigical Ecolegy Charles Fridgett

Alderman Morrison Recovers From Illness Visit by Son

Alderman William Morrison, a cheerful Third Ward justice, gains strength after a grip attack that felled him days ago. Dr. William Maqvison of Philadelphia, his son, arrived yesterday for a brief visit.

William Morrison William Ma@qvison Philadelphia

Local Fraternal Meetings Set for Tonight

Meetings listed include Junior Order and American Mechanics, Companions of the Perest, American Legion of Honor, the royal circle, Crystal campy and Woodmen of the World. Members urged to attend in the community note.

Junior Order American Mechanics Companions of the Perest American Legion of Honor The Royal Circle Crystal Campy Woodmen of the World

Scranton Alumni at Crescents in Lake Lore game

Cranks of the town anticipate a lively game between the Crescents and the 6 Alumni team of Scranton at Lake Lodore on Digroration day. The event draws eager local interest as residents expect a spirited matchup and junior rivalry to unfold.

Lake Lodore Crescents Pd Scranton

Crescents Postponed Game With Alerts To Early Week

The Crescents versus the Alerts of Scranton, originally slated for Curty's field this afternoon, has been postponed to the start of next week. The piece urges stronger financial support from fans to sustain baseball in Carbondale and nearby areas, noting funds are vital for continued play.

Curty Crescents Cranks Crescent

Rough Riders Beat All Stars In Tight 7–6 Baseball Tilt

The All Stars edged the Rough Riders by one run at Turke's field yesterday afternoon. Gerald Melale, wearing a Providence Rhode Island sweater, led the All Stars with strong plays as John Moffitt caught and J Kirkwood pitched. Rough Riders featured McAndrew behind the plate and Burke on the mound with key hits from Surdival and Hope.

All Stars Roach Riders Tturke Gerald Melale Gerald The Green Salt Providence Rhode Island John Moffitt J. Kirkwood Redkop Burke J. Thorers John McAndrew Joe McAndrew J. Bell Rough Riders McAndrew McDonough Surdival Hope Howard Boylan

Scottish Bride Anna McLaughlin Dies After Operation

Mrs Anna McLaughlin died unexpectedly at Emergency hospital after an operation yesterday. The 24 year old, a relative newcomer to Carbonale from Scotland, came to the city with her husband about a month ago and lived on Cottage street. She is survived by her husband and one child.

Anna McLaughlin

Obituary of Mrs William Siegel

Mrs William Siegel died at her home on Upper Wayne Street from liver cancer. Born in Carbondale in 1878, she lived here all her life and was a communicant of the First Presbyterian Church. Survived by husband five sisters and one brother. Funeral to be held Saturday afternoon with Charles Lee officiating at Brookside Cemetery.

William Siegle Upper Wayne Street Flosse Nicholas Peters Carbondale First Presbyterian Church

Mittan–Corry Wedding Held at Bride’s Home

Mr and Mrs Mittan of 4 Canaan street attended the wedding of William Mittan of Artel to Miss Maude Corry of Trussteville. The ceremony occurred at noon at the bride’s home, performed by Rev Ackert, a Methodist pastor. The Girls Mission Band met Wednesday afternoon at the First Presbyterian Church for a business session and enjoyable sociable with refreshments.

Hendrick Returns From California Trip To Carbondale

Hon Hendrick came home yesterday after a California visit taken when Carbondale was snowbound last winter. He enjoyed the salubrious climate and returns full of energy. His return will be welcomed by his townspeople and the Hendrick Carbondale Machine Companies. His niece Mireva Silth accompanied him and shared in the benefits of the trip.

Hendrick California Carbondale Carbondale Machine Companies Hendricks Mireva Silth

Epworth League Meeting at Watt's Hall Pleases Members

Rev. B. I. Clark of Forest City entertained and instructed with a chalk talk at Watt's Hall last evening. The Epworth League gathering featured enjoyable musical selections and left members feeling greatly pleased and edified.

Miss Idlly Brennan Undergoes Appen­dicitis Operation

Miss Idlly Brennan daughter of Mr and Mrs Michael Brennan of South Main Street was taken to Emergency hospital yesterday afternoon and operated on for appendicitis. She was in a dangerous condition before admission but her condition after the operation was as favorable as could be expected.

Idlly Brennan Michael Brennan South Main Street

Passin g Throng and Visiting Notables Tally

Local notes list residents and guests in town yesterday and this week. Archbald resident BP Brogan was seen in town, while Thomas Durfee traveled to Peaslt New Jersey for a few days. Scranton visitors Beasle Jones J B Davis and Mrs Schlager with Mrs Walters were seen around town.

BP. F. Brogan Archbald Avie Iter Thomas FR. Durfee DePeaslt Misa Beasle Jones Scranton Frank Hawley Brooklyn Atreat Medio-Chirurgical College Philadelphia Spencer Ann Arbor Mich C. B E. Spencer Miners and Mechanics Bank J. B. Davis Charles Schlager Walters Yeaterday Charles McMullen J. R. Erhardt Clarke Bros Harrison House Messrs.o D. Jewell F. D. Greenwood Harrison Easton

Elaborate Jermyn Tea Receives Local Attention

Mrs J D Stocker and Mrs M J Shields hosted over 150 ladies at the Stocker residence on Main Avenue. Guests included Mrs Kay and Mrs Penman from out of town, with decor of cut flowers and potted plants. Community notes report James Carle death at 27 after two years illness with service and interment planned. Clerks International Association held a social presenting a silk umbrella to J J Miller before his move to Pittsburg. Patron Day at schools urged attendance for Pupils' work exhibition. Notices cover hotel staff changes, Erie colliery fence work, and Y M C A meeting at the Methodist Episcopal Church.

J. D. Stocker Mra M. J. Shields Main Avenue Shields Margaret Thompson McMillan Missesora Davis Jessie Winter Bess Freas Dorothy Tennis Gertrude Davis Mable Jadwin Susie Jadwin Flo Harrison Mia. C. A. Battenberg Mesdames Thomas Kay T. F. Penman Hattie Netherton Nanticoke James Wheeler Peckville Montdale Clerks’ International Association Enterprise Hall J. J. Miller Pittsburg Miller Harry O'Malley St. George Erie Company Erie James Harris James and Willie Jack Curnoe Chapman Lake H M. Brackenridge J. W. Hemphell J. D. Wilson Methodist Episcopal Church Jermyn

Local events note lecture on Mexico and theater progress

Olyphant Halward Jones of Blakely spoke on A Trip to Mexico at the Presbyterian church with proceeds to the church building fund. The Pather Mathew opera house hosted A True Irish Hero by Wilf Burke Lyceum Stock company for the Y M C A and B society anniversary, with new specialties performed. An infant died of convulsions and was buried. a fire alarm and swift response followed rubbish burning on Delaware street. the Mxvelstors set a record response. The Olyphant Water company advances an eight inch water line from Jones street to Hull via Willow street.

Halward Jones Blakely Mexico Presbyterian Church Montezumas Pather Mathew Opera House Lrge Wil F. Burke Lyceum Stock Company Unione J. McLaughlin Buffalo Upper Delaware Street Olyphant Water Company Jones Street Willow Street Hull

Scott's Emulsion Promises Color and Vitality for Pale Girls

An advertisement praises Scott's Emulsion as a simple remedy to brighten pale skin and dull appearance. It claims regular doses improve blood color and appetite while enhancing looks and charm, and it offers a free sample.

Scott

Fire hydrant project and local arrivals noted in city

Avenue work includes Laia from Jonen Street to Lackawanna and Sucquehanna to Willow. A new double fire hydrant will be installed at the Lackawanna and Willow corner. Miss Badle Matthews, long hospitalized in Philadelphia, returned home improved. Entertainment this week features Dad's Girl at the opera house and Under Two Flags tomorrow. Miss May Ferguson and Miss Esther Harris, visiting Pittston, have returned home.

Laia Jonen Street Sucquehanna Street Lackawanna Willow Street Badle Matthews Philadelphia F. Burke Opera House May Ferguson Esther Harris Pittston

Pride of Orient to Meet Before Peckville Funeral

Members of Pride of Orient and the Order of Fustern Star are summoned to gather at the church parlors of the Peckville Methodist Episcopal church this afternoon at 1 30 to attend the funeral of Mrs. Edward Butcher. Earlier word noted the illness of Eugene Haney of Stroudsburg and John Day represents Harper lodge at the state convention in session at Pa.

Pride of Orient Fustern Star Hose House Hattie Barber Eugene Haney Stroudsburg Haney John Day Harper Lodge Order of Odd Fellows The Sterrick Creek H. B. Briggs Washington, D. C L. H. Briggs Pleasant Avenue Pride of Orient Methodist Episcopal Church Peckville Hose

Elmhurst Social Notes Highlight Local Visits

Miss Mildred Shoemaker entertained Miss Mabel McKain of Keystone academy over Sunday. A. B. Williams is on a New York business trip. Miss Grace Stanton visited Scranton friends. Rev G B H Cole attended Miss Stone's Scranton lecture. Mrs A C Durning suffers neuraglia. Miss Tessie Buckingham visited cousin Miss Alice Buckingham in Scranton. The Christian Endeavor convention Tuesday was a perfect success with ideal weather, arrangements, programme, provisions, attendance, and harmony. Mrs Fred Peck and Scranton children visited her parents Mr and Mrs J M Rhodes. Mr and Mrs F W Harlow spent Wednesday evening at Moscow. Mr and Mrs W W Peters of Peckville visited Curtis home this week.

Mildred Shoemaker Mabel McKain Keystone Academy A. B. Williams New York Grace Stanton Scranton G. BH. Cole Miss Stone A. C. Durning Tessie Buckingham Alice Buckingham Christian Endeavor Fred Peck J. M. Rhodes F. W. Harlow Moscow W. W. Peters Peckville Curtis Home

Pearl and Colborn Funeral In Forest City

Mr and Mrs G H Pearl attend the funeral of Mrs Frank Colborn sister of Mrs Pearl in Forest City yesterday. Funeral service will be held at the Morrisey home at 2 oclock Friday afternoon with interment in St Marys cemetery Avoca.

G. H. Pearl Frank Colborn Forest City Patrick Linn Morrisey Main Street St. Mary's Cemetery Avoca Bessie Watkins Scranton John Stout New York Moosic Powder Company Joseph Woodbine South Rendem Kate Hill J. Hinds Joseph Snyder Blakely

Tame Hares Show Fierce Temperament and Training Wins

A keeper recounts taming two leverets and later two full grown wild hares from Norfolk. The young hares initially feared humans, then attacked with hissing and biting before accepting strokes and hand feeding. The animals display high intelligence, stealth, and a distinctive rasping alarm signal.

Norfolk

The Wedding Ring Symbol and Eternal Bond

A Chicago Chronicle piece discusses wedding rings as symbols of eternity drawn from ancient and Christian traditions. It notes circular forms signifying infinity from astronomy to theology, urging Prof. Starr to study broader symbolism before lecturing on rings.

Ptolemy Copernicus Starr

The Empire of Buaje nose Inspires Ambition in Workers

Employers seek exceptional young men and managers prize able workers who can contribute valuable skills. The passage argues greatness comes from the ranks of the poor, not the aristocracy, and that invention literature and art originate from those starting to earn an honest living.

Andrew Carnegie Honeas

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the News of Carbondale LEGAL Alderman Morrison All Grocers E. B Hendrick Home Jermyn and Mayfield Elmhurst London Eva Uwe Howard de Haven Siler Dr. Pierce Pierce R. V. Pierce N. Y Redpley Blue Stamp Man O. R. Rogers Moosic, Pa Daaler In Chicago Chronicle
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