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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1896
Page
3
A local offer promotes wall coverings as the key to a cosy cheerful room. Shop highlights a large assortment of new bright decorations for walls and claims dramatic room impact at half New York City retail prices.
The Miezses Ruddy of Penn Avenue and Miss Annie Nallin of Haney along with Miss Kline of Dunmore travelled to New York on Saturday for a two week stay. Harry A. Brown, veteran treasurer of the Academy of Minto, will spend a few days in New York.
The Merrim Hailey Show leads acts with over seven foot long vehicles and three herds of 24 elephants on tour. Fifty trained thoroughbreds perform in one ring with multiple simultaneous equestrian displays across four rings, offering an unparalleled exhibition. The show will appear in this city tomorrow.
John M Healy died after a sudden illness at his home on Blakely Street Tyannore from heart failure. He was 29, survived by a wife and three children, and was brother in law of ex Sheriff John J Fahey. He recently held a local office with Ancient Order of Hi S ERnians Board of Erin. Local obituary notes his robust health until the morning of his death. The ad copy mentions Hood's Pills and Casey Kelly lager, with health and beverage product claims.
Two Grand Army of the Republic posts held annual Memorial Day services. Ezra Griffin post 19 met at Providence Presbyterian Church with Rev. George E Guiid preaching, while Colonel Monies post 19 gathered at St. Pauls Catholic Church Green Ridge for a sermon by Rev. P J McManus. For the first time a Roman Catholic church was among the two chosen.
Reverend George E. Guild delivers a patriotic sermon at Providence Presbyterian Church to veterans groups including Ezra 8 Griffin Post G A R and the Women’s Relief Corps. He argues that true strength comes from knowing God, citing Maccabean heroes and historic feats as examples of faith-driven courage and endurance. The church is crowded with decorations and music enhances the address.
Rev P J McManus delivered a memorial sermon at St Pauls Catholic Church Green Ridge in a service arranged for Colonel Monies Post 219 Grand Army of the Republic. The crowd filled the church as flags and bunting adorned the altar and the pastor urged remembrance and gratitude for veterans.
The text urges modern readers to show steadfast patriotism and devotion to God and country. It recalls an ancient medal inscribed I was there to honor courage in battle and compares physical warfare with battles of ideas and principles for truth and righteous government. It urges manly, chivalrous defense in every day.
City council actions delay business as six mayoral appointees are confirmed after inquiry. Republicans and six Democrats respond to prevent joint session aimed at removing Building Inspector John Nelson. Ordinances on Clay avenue and Mulberry street narrowing are defeated. Mahon court paving referred for review. Viaduct plan from Seventh to Ninth streets discussed. Seventh Street widening indefinitely postponed. Roadwork petitions and asphalt paving on Robinson Street considered. Pentecost confirmation rites held with mass and clergy leading the service.
Captain Hannah Masland and Lieutenant Nellie Green lead the American Volunteer movement in Scranton. A packed afternoon meeting in a Linden Street tent drew crowds, with hymn singing and testimonials about leaving sin behind for Christ. Evening services continued with strong turnout, as organizers invite all to attend the week’s talks.
Rt. Rev. Bishop O'Hara confirmed about 300 children at St Peter's Cathedral with nearly equal numbers of boys and girls and a dozen adults including two converts. The ceremony featured instruction on confirmation and the sacrament, with J T Feeley as master of ceremonies and Rev J A O'Reilly among assisting clergy. Sponsors were Mr and Mrs John J O'Boyle.
The Grace Evangelical Lutheran church completed the purchase of the northeast corner lot at Madison Avenue and Mulberry Street with the deed transferred Saturday. The parish, which has met for two years in the YMCA building, is led by Rev. Poster A. Gift.
A closed 4A Poor Board meeting in the city hall basement chose J B Woolsey & Co for erecting the Hillside Home chapel after reviewing bids from six bidders. Bid totals ranged from 7 850 to 9 662 dollars with Woolsey favored by a committee led by Mrs. Swan and Dr. Paine. President Langstaff accepted the resignation of Hillside Home physician Dr Ren F Evans and named Dr A Otrane as successor.
Frank Trobingon, a young fan from Foster, was struck by a train near Glenwood switch while attempting to board a Delaware Tackiwanni and Western line train. His left leg was severed and he received prompt medical care. doctors expect recovery.
A large assortment of useful articles is offered on Bargain Tabs with many odds and ends. Items include White China Plates Decorated Cups and Saucers Bone Dishes and Bowls with substantial price cuts from former rates. Open stock Dinner Ware lines expanded with new patterns suitable for hotelkeepers.
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