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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1897
Page
7
Local notices from Carbondale and Scranton detail a first marriage anniversary at a city home with a rocker gift. Jr O U A M members from Scranton Providence and Dunmore visit Pioneer City council, while Miss Alice Gilligan offers congratulations. Residents, parties, and health notes fill a page of community items.
Edwin N. Munson and Dr Anthony R. Fincke spoke at the city lodge on Saturday evening. J T Barnes presided as Grand Secretary Maren opened with a membership appeal. Fincke highlighted the order’s work noting eighty three thousand dollars paid out since January 1987 to aid orphans and widows.
Mise Felon Pat terson hosted a Saturday evening party with guests in Scottish attire. The Highland and Lowland classes were represented as conversation shifted to Seuteh dialect. Attendees included Edith Bailey Molly Shields Eligateth Mable Davis Malle Edwarda Licy Westlake Teertha Hunaslicker Margaret Spencer Mary Williame Kedith Fowler Albert Huther ford Wil Shields Newell Van Bergen George Irving Avery Genres Beeth few Mailory Russel Spencer Dewan Donald Mascort Sikis McMullen Charlo Humphres Theo Morgan Troswell McMullen Scranton.
Early Sunday smoke issued from the rear of Bhannon's news store as fire spread to the paint show of Mathew and Frank. Columbia Hose Company and Mitchell's firefighters saved the building though the paint shop was destroyed and Mehhili's undertaking establishment suffered about five hundred dollars in losses.
The Athletic club of Kingston defeated the Indians of this city 16 to 2 on Saturday afternoon at Alumni Park. It marks the Wingston team's second victory over the Indians this season with a crowd of interested spectators present.
Rev. William Grisson left Scranton to assume duty at Old Forge as assistant to Rev. Father Jordan. Miss Myrtle Perry of Scranton visits Miss Hattie Rolls of Spring Street. Daniel La Roux and family move to Hyde Park. Mrs Mary Dickson funeral at St Rose church conducted by Rev J J Griffin. Mrs Florence Harnden returns from Waverly New York with aunt Mrs Millepaugh visiting Scranton. Louie Brunner buys the Lackawanna House on Belmont Street for 500 dollars and plans a boarding house after remodeling.
An advertisement extols Dr Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a home remedy for women’s health, claiming it strengthens the feminine system, stops debility, and serves as a powerful nerve tonic. It urges readers to send stamps to the World’s Dispensary Association in Buffalo for a medical adviser and library.
A fragmented report claims the entire Nepublican county ticket will be elected today though voters may be sparse. It suggests Democrats aim for a moral victory, while Republicans seek to mobilize full party turnout to secure the county and deny a broader Democratic win.
Jermyn news reports critical illness of Peter Loftus senior and heart trouble for Lewis Pizer. Water works efforts at Lake Chipman aim to improve water quantity. Sacred Heart church observes All Souls Day with a memorial requiem. John McLean funeral held at the Methodist church with several pastors and Knights of Pythias members present. Interment at Blalyside cemetery. Local social visits noted with Scranton and Delhi residents.
A brief forecast notes unsettled conditions with varying clouds and chances of showers across the region. Voters are urged to consider casting ballots early to avoid weather-related delays as election windows remain open at designated polling places.
Peckville I rje of Orient will hold a regular meeting tonight. Alfret dohn of the Phe Trittine staff was in town last Sunday. Chasey Isla and HMridteen breaker worked 24 days in October. Today is election day and Republicans are urged to vote. Wednesday morning purchase a Scranton Tribune and receive an account of all election returns. John Warren, idle for two months, resumed work yesterday as Graney Island Delaware and Hudson breaker remains idle due to water scarcity.
Weather notes hint at unsettled conditions. George Megin called to Pittenurg due to a relative’s illness. Rev Pather Shankey engaged in church duties around St Patrick's. Mint Nelle Langan and John McGuire wed at St Patrick's last Wednesday. Rev Thomas Ciuk returns to Williamstown after a quiet period. Election day locations listed for borough and wards. Carmalt street resident William Margelion painting his residence with fresh coats. Town reports two nights of darkness and water issues.
Mr. Harry Metagar visited his parents Sunday. The Glen Bee circle of the Ming's
The event Saturday afternoon at Miss Edith P F Smith’s home supports a free Worary fund. George Smith returned from New York. Minden Moore of Scranton visited relatives Sunday. Voters are urged to cast a straight Republican ticket today with a cross in the circle.
The Olyphant monthly meeting Saturday named M Tf Gouthan of Arenfield the lowest bidder for loving Magetone walked at the river and Fourth ward schools. The board authorized James J. O’Matles to draw the contract and approved small payments to Ambra Tineley McDonnell Dron and others as listed. Community updates note rain relief, power plant shutdowns, and a successful Hallowe'en sale at the Suequehonna Street Thuptet church with guests from Beranton and Binghamton.
Yesterday afternoon the funeral for Wilbert Mee the 2 year old son of Mr and Mrs Mee Grove Street was held. The services were led by Reverend William Frisby of the Methodist church and burial followed at Presbyterian cemetery. Jovenh Godwin hosted a euchre party on Union Street Saturday night with many young friends in attendance. Master Mark Bevan of Feltaville has recovered from illness. Tillie Longan and William Wosh roth of Beranton spent the Sabbath.
Mies Grace Lowry of North Main street Abellom Williams a driver in the Taylor mine was slightly injured yesterday. Rev Dr H St Harris of this place officiated at the funeral of the child of Attorney and Mrs William Lowry of Hyde Park. Fred Martin's Union Street advertises accommodations. Mire Andie Jones of Maln street was a guest of relatives in Hyde Park Sunday. Mr and Afra David Lloyd of the Archbald have returned from their wedding tour including Philadelphia and other resorts. Pride of Lackawanna lodge No 18 will meet at Reenie's hall. all members present. Mrs Edwin Williams of Hartrand street rapidly recovering from illness. A grand illustrated lecture by T B Ty Thom on Kansans Pilgrim's Progress will be held in Weber's rink Thursday evening Nov 4. Admission 10 and 1 cents. Mollie Gilgation of ArchbalL visited sister Mrs M J McDonnell of Main street Sunday. Employees of the Archwood colliery received their October pay yesterday. Dr James Thompson of Pittston was a town caller.
A Louisville Commercial item recounts a visit by Jean Choire and a piano show attendee who describes a four legged beast that sings, with the tale told in playful dialect amid an evening entertainment at Market street. The account notes the pair are newcomers and mention a mysterious event.
A quoted admonition condemns deception toward the ill as a grave moral crime and argues the offender deserves the severest punishment. The remark reflects ethical scrutiny likely from a public or religious discourse.
Train departures from Scranton list express trains to New York Enat on Enaton Trenton Philadelphia the South and to Buffalo via Binghamton Elmira and Ellicose with numerous connections. Accommodations include Tobyhanna and Nicholson, with Pullman parlor and sleeping coaches on all express trains and detailed pocket timetables available.
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