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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1902

Page

13

Water and Utility Firms Listed in Regional Directory

A catalog of various water utilities and power companies including Rendham Water Co and Mannsfield Water Co, with related firms such as Spring Brook Water Co and Economy Light Heat & Power Co. Also appears are Timber and lumber outfits, gas and lighting firms, and miscellaneous local businesses like Ecranton Packing and Alamigorda Lumber Co.

Rendham Water Co Mannsfield Water Co Minooki Water Co Spring Brook Water Co Economy Light, Heat & Power Co Waterco Water Pomory & Middlenpeart Awdurn Witton Alamnigorda Improvement Alamigorda Lumber Co Jackson Waiter Co Deweye Gas Co Walton G Blectele Light Co New Mexico Manafielt Witter Economy Light Tout & Power Co Spring Brook Water Supply Co Pomers & Ariddleport Auburn Water Traders National Bank Tithe Guaranty & Trust Co Third National Bank First National Bank Citizens Bank of Olyphant New Mexico Development Co Scranton Clark & Snover

In and About Wee The City WCTU Meeting

The Central Woman Christian Temperance Union plans an adjourned meeting this afternoon at 4 o'clock in Guernsey hall titled Literature. Principals of the public schools will also meet today in the common council rooms at 4 o'clock.

Christian Tempersee Guernsey Hall Literaturg Ecoucil

Ladies Church Meeting This Afternoon

A meeting of cathedral ladies is set for 1 p m today in the club room on Washington Avenue. The gathering aims to discuss the Young Women's Societies program and related activities.

Toomsa Ryenie Red Bey Father Hood Charterhouse PS Jnsticls Bux Paris Porras Dace Gussy

Three Parks Committee Members to Review Nay Aug Land

Only three members of the select council committee on parks attend the briefing on Nay Aug Park. They plan to inspect the land in question and reconvene Thursday before the council meeting.

Nay Aug Park Select Council Committee On Parks Wightly

Schools Close For Knight Parade Viewing

City school board voted to close all schools this morning except the high school so students can watch the Knights Toy parade. The high school principal may dismiss senior classes to allow parade time.

W. J. Welsh EB. Evans

Arrest of Weliams Directory canvasser for forgery

Arrest reported for H. EB. Boudinott a canvasser for the Williams directory on forgery charges. He was taken into custody after alleged fraudulent activity during the canvass.

H. EB. Boudinott Weliams Directory Yeeter

Forgery Accusation Involving Manager Name Forged Endorsement

A man was accused of forging a manager named William Kerwic to authorize a $10.7 order. The instrument was cashed by Attorney Woodruff who later found the endorsement was forged. Nouds Hott waived a hearing and posted bond of $100.

Natanea William Kerwic Woodruff Noudshott Ball

Polandera incident on Center street near Kawle hotel balance

A crowd gathering at Center street near the Kawle hotel beside the police station was dispersed by Lieutenant Feeney and Patrolman Goeritts who arrested two men, one of whom resisted the officers. Jenkin Mirtle and a servant girl witnessed the scene from the hotel balcony.

Center Street Maat Remirka Do Jenkin Mirtle Kawle Hotel Feeney Goeritts

Arrests For Assault And Battery At City Hall

William Smith of 6 Raymond court was arrested before Alderman Howe on a charge of assault and battery. Leng Sampson, a colored individual, and Talia Full waiter and WIT Fisher were also involved but discharged. Samp son Women were held in jail. Samp son Woman had Smith arraigned before Alderman Ruddy and he was committed to jail in default of $500 bail.

William Smith Raymond Court Leng Sampson Howe Talia Fullwaiter Wit Fisher Surmpoor Sampson Smith Ruddy

Window Cleaner Lands Job Then Finely Fined

Thomas Metiinness, a window cleaner, secured a position at a large city shop on a Saturday and celebrated by working at the first chance. He later was found by Patrolman Davis cleaning hotel windows with his coat on and received a fine for his trouble.

Thomas Metiinness Ireland Davi Davis Ile

Local worker Calvin Sparrow arrested for Deluge drunk and disorderly

Calvin Sparrow of Ash street, an em playe of the Nut and Delt works, was arrested at 240 o'clock yesterday morning in Raymond court by Patrolman David Davis for Deluge drunk and dis orderly. He threatened to shoot the first man who arrested him and was fined $0 at a police court hearing, his mother paying the fine.

Calvin Sparrow Ash Street Raymond Court David Davis Sparrow

Burglary Report At Dunmore Residence Sunday Evening

The Dunmore home of D Jones on Madi son avenue was burglarized Sunday evening while the family attended church. Entry was gained by prying a dining room window with a shovel. The burglars appeared amateurish. Stolen items include a gold watch, a suit, and a pocketbook containing between 1 and 21 dollars.

D. Jones Madison Avenue Dunmore

Man Killed In Train Collision Identified as Frank Jordan

The unknown man struck by a Dehlwire and Dudson train near Vine street station Saturday night died Sunday at Lackawanna hospital. Detective Dieter and Coroner Baltry identified the body as Frank Jordan. An inquest was deemed unnecessary. Cassie McAndrew was with Jordan when injured.

Old Vine Street Lackawanna Hospital Frank Jordan Mon Jordan Wisso Dieter Baltry Cassie McAndrew Jordan

Columbian Toae Company Ball In Misia Fill

The annual ball of the Columbian Toae company Now held last night in Misia fill with several hundred socialized guests enjoying an elaborate program. Visiting dignitaries dropped in, mingling with the throng as the executive committee led by W. J. John and others directed arrangements.

Columbian Tose Company Misia W. J. John Prank Philllips William Phillips Albert Lewis Timothy Jones Willian Lewis John Lewis Ilwird Davies James Amlecklland WU Jim Jones Iven Walters William Lymit Jacob Ingsles

Prizes Announced for Rifle Regiment Camp Qualifiers

Lieutenant Chirter issues Regimental Rifle Practice orders detailing prizes for companies that qualify at 160 and 1 percent of command before camp. Prizes include a steel etching and a Marine estate. Tests run May 28 to July 2 at Dickson City range with ammunition provided. results must reach inspector by July 18.

Rilke Ciienlar Cabre Caimp Marna DM Tryple Tiren D. B. Atherton Gecorml Het Loch Barnler Lawl B. Carter Ilewt Phirteenth Neat I. A. Watres DD. Ol. Atherton

Knights Templar Flowers at Clark's Florist

Knights Templar Flowers operates at Clark's Florist located at 201 Washington Avenue offering a range of floral arrangements and related services.

Knights Templar Clark’s Florist Washington Avenue

Court House News Notes and Civil Actions

A hearing in the divorce case of Frances B Simpson vs William Simpson Wan set for June 3. George W Phillips pled oath invalid as Beranton school supervisor. Rosamond Bilk vs George M Zilk seeks decree in divorce. Humuel Freedman sues Old Forge borough for sewer flood damages. Thayer for damages claims owner of property in Old Forge affected by sewer overflow.

Frances B. Simpson William Bimpson George W. Phillips Copeland Beranton Rosamond Bilk George BM. Zilk Humuel Freedman Old Porge Thayer Hoe Old Forge

Blooming Plants For Decoration Day at Claws’ Florist

Decadent blooms for Decoration Day available at Claws’ Florist. The shop promotes potted flowering plants and arrangements ideal for honoring gravesites and commemorations.

Decoration Day Claws’ A, Florist

Hatton Lot Again Bought By School Board At May Meeting

The Scranton school board approved buying the Hatton adjoining lot for 3500 after earlier talk on the price. It also authorized purchasing a new site for No. 8 across Cedar Avenue for 16000 with B T Lacey to draw plans for an eight room building. A finance report urged issuing long term bonds to fund permanent improvements and set a five mill levy to raise 320201.

Hutton No. 25 H. J. O'Malley W. B. Christmas O' Malley Murphy Roche Welsh Robineau No. 8 Cedar Avenue B.T. Lacey Scranton Bout of Finance Committee

Keystone academy thirty third annual commencement schedule

The program runs May 2 to June 12 with events each day. Highlights include piano recitals by Mary M Wheaton and Mabel M McCann, senior class exercises, final examinations, and the annual address by Rev Russell I Conwell. Alumni events close the program with an open air concert and reunion.

Keystone Academy Mary M. Wheaton Bermon Elkatiah Hulley D. BE. Lewis Pittaton Mabel M. McCann Ciass Board of Trustees Russell I. Conwell D. C Philadelphia Uto

Eisteddfod Seats Sell Fast With Big Crowds Expected

A rush for reserved seats at the eisteddfod shows strong demand as subscription holders may secure early ticketing at 505 Linden Street. The event features Gwilym Miles Evan Williams Mile Belle Newport and Bauer's band with prominent German singing societies traveling from Brooklyn Wilkes-Barre and Scranton to perform.

Eisteddfod Linden Street Knights Templar Carter Gwilym Miles Evan Williams Mile Belle Newport T. Reeves Jones Bauer J. Alfred Pennington Mr. Williams Brooklyn Wilkes-Barre Scranton Arions Saengerrunde Junger Maennerchor Binghamton Vulca

Labor union seeks audience with Scranton Railway chief

At a Central Labor union executive board meeting in the Arcade headquarters, members of Division No. 168 of the Amalgamated Association of Street Railway Employes pressed grievances against General Manager Silliman. A committee had met him and he promised action, which allegedly has not occurred. The board discussed next steps and planned to seek an audience with Silliman this morning.

Central Labor Union Silliman Scranton Railway Company Amalgamated Association of Street Railway Division No. 168 G. A. Fuller James Flynn Frederick Marsh Charles Teeter George M. Watson W. H. Hazlett P. I. Mulligan Herman Osthaus Johanna Ferdinando City of Scranton Ery B. Little Thomas Magee George W. Brown Newcomb Wright Lowry George Thacher Lowry Green Grove Thacher Daniel Holland W. 8. Bartlett John F. Murphy Holland Old Forge John M. Holland John H. Bonner James B. Watkins Weand O. B. Partridge F. H. Upton Upton Imperial Stain, Paint and Filler Company Thomas Theodore Stevens Stevens Gald

Vases and Flower Beds Fill Clark's Florist Before Decoration Day

Vases and floral arrangements fill Clark's florist as shop workers prepare for Decoration Day. Displays bloom with seasonal bouquets and potted plants ready for Memorial Day customers.

Clark’ 8 Florist

National Eisteddfod Admission Prices for 1902

The list shows May 29 and 30 admission prices for the National Eisteddfod and Concert, with reserve and general seats. Tickets include reserved seats for concert and sessions, morning and afternoon sessions, and three-session passes. The diagram for reserved-seat sales is at 505 Linden Street, and phone 1644 is provided for applications.

Reason Vvssse Asseasenereeres Biom Filsteddfod Eilsteddfod Misteddfod Eisteddfod Linden Street

Three Judges Tryng Cases In Scranton Court

Three judges handled a crowded list in Scranton with settled matters including Miss Effie Stewart of Green Ridge vs David J Burke and Mrs Margaret Thomas vs Delaware Lackawanna and Western Railway. Trials covered trespass actions and a pending replevin matter, with verdicts and continuations noted for later sessions.

Effie Stewart Green Ridge David J. Burke South Scranton Margaret Thomas Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Company Common Pleas Court KF. C. Newcomb Marold McClure Lewinburg H. K. Weand Montgomery County Miss Stewart Burke Mary J. Derby Pride of Dunmore Temple Ladies of Golden Eagle Catharine Kane Bridget Kane

Orphans’ Court Adjudications and Guardianships Handed Down

Judge A A Vosburg issued adjudications and final confirmations in multiple estates. McCaffrey discharged as guardian of Anna Elizabeth Cusick after full settlement. Spitz discharged as guardian of Paulson children. Henry Halpert named guardian. Exceptions to Connolly estate inventory overruled. Next court session Saturday at 10 a m.

Orphans’ Court A. A. Vosburg John B. Jordan Peter J. McCaffrey Anna Elizabeth Cusick George Spitz Sarah Nathaniel Anna Paulson W. H. Roe Henry Halpert Matthew Connolly

Paine and Dickert file answers in quo warranto case

The answers by Dr W A Paine and Frank J Dickert were filed yesterday with Prothonotary Copeland. Evans and Murphy challenge their seats on the poor board, arguing no district machinery exists to hold a valid election and that the office should be filled by appointment rather than election.

W. A. Paine Frank J. Dickert James A. Evans John J. Murphy Copeland Messrs. Evans Murphy Dickert Paine

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Neal Matthews Bros Lackawanna Ave I. F. Megargel & CO. Connell Building Morris’ Magnet Cigar Chiara E. G. Morris Wee H. D. Jones Columbia TOR Companies Lewis B. Chirter Court House News Notes Hatton B. T. Lacey Vawimg Ivadvespia Ciaceetateceieeneaeesseanee WU Ceceeseene Rao BAKO John Gibbons W. J. Hand T. J. Jennings Connell Endeavou THE C. BM Casey Brothers Lacka. Ave Ehret Warren-Ehret Co
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