West Scranton highway robbery ends in pursuit and capture
John M. Watkins was robbed of a silver watch on West Lackawanna Avenue near Edwards saloon. Three assailants pounced, but a crowd intervened. two suspects were captured on Chestnut Street and led to the Heathen House. Names given were likely false. one escaped toward Ninth Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watkins
Edwards
West
Lackawanna Avenue
Chestnut Street
Ninth Street
Thoras Jones
Thomas Connily
West Lackawanna Avenue
Jock Norton
Wilkes- Thirre
Awanta Good Cough Remedy Detected For Sale
An ad fragment shows a cough remedy named Awanta Good offered for sale with a reference to a product line Du fours French Tar. The terse line hints at a catalogue-style listing and generic medical cure wording.
Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters Promised Cure Claims
Advertisement extols Hostetter’s Stomach Bitters for stomach liver or kidney troubles. It urges three doses daily as a remedy, claiming it has cured others and will renew the reader’s life.
Hearing Set This Morning In Witkine Case
Witkine and several witnesses will appear for a hearing this morning to face the charges and present their side of the case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Witkine
Andrws and Miss Emmerscheide Wed in St John Church
Charles J. Andrews and Miss Philippine H Emmerscheide of Hampton street were married last evening at St John s German Catholic church on South Main avenue. Rev F A Fricker officiated with Nicholas Andrews best man and Miss Mary Micwxert maid of honor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles J. Andrews
Philippine H. Emmerscheide
Hampton Street
St. John's
South Main Avenue
F. A. Fricker
Nicholas Andrews
Mary Micwxert
Honesdale
Loretta Nealon
Sarah Lally
Walter E. Scott
Marie Johnson
Republican
Mathew Emmerscheide
Evnon Stroet
Plymouth Congregational Christian Endeavor Rally Honors New Pastor
The Plymouth Congregational Church Christian Endeavor Society held an evening rally at pastor Rev. E. A. Hoyt’s home on South Slyde Park avenue. Attended by many church members, the event introduced the pastor and his wife who have recently begun housekeeping there. Officers were elected: President Thomas E. Evans, Vice President Gladys Joseph, Secretary Jennie Daniela, Treasurer Thomas G. Evans. Entertainment included a quartet of William, John, Richard Phillips and David E. Hughes, with phonograph selections by May Evans and Margaret Phillips, and a solo by Mrs. A. B. Eynon. Remarks were given by Rev. Boyl and Thomas E. Evans. The committee of arrangements included Rev. Boyl, Gladys Joseph, Nellie Morgan, and Thomas Evans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Plymouth Congregational Church Christian Indeavor Society
E. A. Hoyt
South Slyde Park Avenue
Thomas E. Evans
Gladys Joseph
Jennie Daniela
Thomas G. Evans
William
John
Richard Phillips
David E. Hughes
May Evans
Margaret Phillips
A. B. Eynon
Rev. Boyl
Nellie Morgan
Thos. Evans
Surprise party given for Miss Ray Evans
Miss Ray Evans was honored with a surprise party Tuesday evening at her parents home in Edwards’ Court. Guests enjoyed a pleasant evening with light refreshments and warm greetings from friends and family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray Evans
FE. . Evans
Edwards’ Court
Wu Imost
Our Black Goods Stock Offers Eight Day Sale
Our Black Goods Stock boasts unmatched selection in the state with Philadelphia as the only exception. A complete, up to date array promises choice for every shopper. For eight days the department invites women to inspect and buy the latest fashion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Philadelphia
Special Fabric Sale Highlights Deep Discounts on Crepons
The advertisement promotes crepons reduced from 1.25 and 81.39 to 99 cents, with 10 pieces of 50 inch All-Wool Black Cheviots at 60 cents. It also features 40 inch Black Poplin or Blue and Jet Shades at 30 cents, and notes finish and dye quality with limited stock.
Evening Gathering Names Local Guests At Social
Guests listed at a late hour gathering include Missen Fdna Ainey Edna Dickson Maggie Lance Mases Long Edith Woodruff Sophie Williams Mary Williams Maud Schrump Ralph Houser Edgar Glea son George Schrump Stanley Evans Gordon Evans John Williams and Dale Shiffer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Missen Fdna Ainey
Edna Dickson
Maggie Lance
Mases Long
Edith Woodruff
Sophie Williams
Mary Williams
Maud Schrump
Ralph Houser
Edgar Gleason
George Schrump
Stanley Evans
Gordon Evans
John Williams
Dale Shiffer
First annual ball of the Bachelors club at Meare hall
A merry crowd gathered at Meare hall for the first annual Bachelors club ball. Bauer's orchestra provided music and dances, with refreshments served later. Organizing committee members included William Gilroy William Larkin James Quinnan and J H McDonough.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meare’ Hall
Bachelors Club
Bauer
William Gilroy
William Larkin
James Quinnan
J. H. McDonough
Anthracite Glee Club Honors Street Commissioner Thomas
Street Commissioner Rowland D. Thomas was surprised at home by Anthracite Glee Club members in honor of his appointment. City Engineer Joseph P. Phillips presented a costly smoking set as cheers rose to songs from McKinley inauguration. About twenty five guests attended with family helping serve refreshments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rowland D. Thomas
Anthracite Glee Club
Thomas
Joseph P. Phillips
President McKinley
Green Ridge church women plan meetings and reports
The Green Ridge Presbyterian Womans Missionary Society held its regular monthly meeting yesterday afternoon. The Green Ridge Womens Christian Union will meet Thursday November 2 at 290 p.m. at 1032 Penn avenue with the delegate to the state convention reporting. A cordial invitation is extended to all interested.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miasea Ethel Shoemaker
Hattie Lindsay
Yoland Killam
Hazle Hessler
Mabel Manse
Hattie Jackson
Mabel Fordham
Grace Petrick
Austin
Albert Kellow
Rex van Gorden
Barton Smith
Frank Ballentine
Womans’ Missionary Society
Green Ridge Presbyterian Church
Green Ridge Womens’ Christian Union
Pritch
Fern and Kraft Wed in Simple Dunmore Ceremony
Bertha Fern and Charles Kraft were married at Mrs Toppingtons Green Ridge Street home last evening. Rev Rudolph Randolph officiated at the ceremony before a close circle of friends who offered congratulations.
Halloween Party At Miss Phillips Home
A Hallowe en party was held at the home of Miss Fivn Phillips 316 North Rebecca avenue Tuesday evening. John Davis the comedian entertained with his specialties Flashlights were taken and refreshments partaken of. Attendees included Eva Phillips Sarah Phillips Eva Davis Anna Bevan Lilly Moors Martha Moore Anna Dagpar Allen Williams Bessie Williams Minnie Jones Ruth Lewis Clara Reid Ruth Howell Fikdale George Asbury George Phillips Will Phillips Charles Mathews Frei Gray Fre I Peters Gus Howell Will Thompson James Bailey Ted Neier Evan Davis Taylor David Holly Frank Cogper James Courtwright John Davis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fivn Phillips
North Rebecca Avenue
John Davis
Eva Phillips
Sarah Phillips
Eva Davis
Anna Bevan Lilly Moors
Martha Moore
Anna Dagpar
Allen Williams
Bessie Williams
Minnie Jones
Ruth Lewis
Clara Reid
Ruth Howell
Fikdale
Shooting match near Round Woods set for Saturday
A shooting contest for 25 dollars a side is scheduled near Round woods this Saturday at 3 o clock. The match follows standard rules. Competitors include Harry Herbert Thomas Jones and Benjamin Morgan versus William Healey Thomas Harris and William Leonard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roundwoods
Harry Herbert
Thomas Jones
Benjamin Morgan
William Healey
Thomas Harris
William Leonard
Misses Carpenter Guests at Judge Ward Residence
Misses Hattle and Grace Carpenter of Factoryville visit Judge Ward as Judge Ward's condition shows slight improvement. J Curt Moyer lies seriously ill at his Lafayette street home. The Ladies Relief Coins will serve supper this evening from 5 20 to 10. The West Side Democratic club meets in Co operative hall with addresses by George Horn M A McKinley and David W Reedy. Funeral of Patrick Moran at Howell street home with interment Cathedral cemetery. Traders Building and Loan Association to meet in Co operative hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hattle
Grace Carpenter
Factoryville
Judge Ward
Sumner Invennes
J. Curt Moyer
Lafayette Street
Ezra Griff
Post
West Side Democratic Club
Co-operative Hall
George
Surprise wedding to unite Laura Raught and Dr Elkin tonight
A wedding will be held at the home of Miss Laura Raught's parents on North Blakely Street this evening at 8 o'clock. Rev W F Gibbons of the Presbyterian church will officiate uniting Laura Raught and Dr Elkin, a prominent Scranton physician, followed by a wedding supper for close friends and bridal party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Raught
North
Blakely Street
W. F. Gibbons
Presbyterian Church
Misa Laura Raught
Elkin
Scranton
Funeral for Jacob Weaver at Methodist church
Jacob Weaver died suddenly at home Sunday evening. The funeral was held yesterday at 3:20 pm at the Methodist Episcopal church with Rev. A. J. Van Cleft delivering a touching sermon. Choir selections honored the deceased as pallbearers James Grisner Thomas Kellar Albert Wagner William Maxwell Thomas Engle and John Stone and flower-bearers John Cardy and George Harper. A large crowd accompanied the procession to Dunmore cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jacob Weaver
Methodist Episcopal Church
A. J. van Cleft
Lfe
James Grisner
Thoms Kellar
Albert Wagner
William Maxwell
Thomas Engle
John Stone
John Cardy
George Harper
Dunmore Cemetery
Runaway Wagon Frightens Horse on West Drinker Street
A horse hitched to a delivery wagon of Groceryman FE A Stevens was frightened on West Drinker Street yesterday. The runaway damaged the wagon. Nearby residents attended a Scranton High School musical event. Wet weather exposed Dunmore's sewer system. Tribune news depots are at J G Bone Son and James McHale drug stores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Stevens
West Drinker Street
Scranton High School
Dunmore
the Tribune
J. G. Bone & Son
James McHale
Green Ridge Halloween Party Guests at Miss Harris Home
Miss Elsie Harris hosted friends on Tuesday evening October 31. Guests included Ethel Doud Alice Coons Helen Long and Wencell Evans Edgar Powell and Bedras Lowry of Altoona Grace Merriam Wisie Harris Rexford Treverton and William Bright of New York. Donkey game prizes went to Alice Coons Edgar Powell and Wille Bright. Others visiting Green Ridge residents and returning travelers were noted in lively social notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elsie Harris
Ethel Doud
Alice Coons
Helen Long
Wencell Evans
Edgar Powell
Bedras Lowry
Altoona
Grace Merriam
Wisie Harris
Rexford Treverton
William Bright
New York
Wille Bright
Alame Powell
Honesdale
Paul Gardner
Marion Street
Hm, Pond
KE. L. Merriman
Green Ridge
North Park
Does Coffee Agree With You In Alet Thes Your Grocer
A fragmented OCR item discusses coffee and grain offerings at a grocer. It suggests a question about coffee’s effect and mentions grain as part of the product mix, with limited readable context about store practices or consumer impact.
Local News Recap of School, Rail, and Travel Events
Mise Hila Gill a No 4 building teacher was summoned west yesterday by news of a relative's death. John W Frink has resumed duties on the Erie and Wyoming railroad after a three month illness. Mrs Frank Sanders of North Bla kley street returned home after a trip to Philadelphia and a visit to the Exposition there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mise Hila Gill
John W. Frink
Erie and Wyoming Railroad
Frank Sanders
Blakely Street
Philadelphia
Warrants to be signed as court case delays loom
City controller Howell reverses plan to withhold warrants for the school district and other creditors. He will sign all approved warrants, hoping the board of control will reimburse him from the date of the wall, if Supreme Court ruling aligns with his view of entitlement to compensation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howell
Mandamus
Gunster
Jocal Court
Washburn, Williams & Co
Supreme Court
Alx Quo Wirranto
Staples Coslett Wedding Held in Philadelphia Home
George E B Staples of Philadelphia and Miss Zofire Coslett of this city wed at 10 am yesterday. Rev James McLeod officiated at the bride’s sister Mrs E L Huck home on Madison avenue. The bride wore pink roses and the couple will reside at 040 Bpruce Street Philadelphia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George EB. Staples
Philadelphia
Zofire Coslett
James McLeod
D. J
E. L. Huck
Madison Avenue
Obituary for Carl Fleming Son of Richard and Mrs Fleming
Carl Fleming aged 0 of 3 South Wyoming avenue died yesterday from bronchitis. The funeral is set for Friday afternoon at 2:00 and interment will be in Cathedral Cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carl Fleming
Richard Fleming
Wyoming Avenue
Happenings in North Scranton at Griffin Home
Social notes report a three day evening gathering at the home of Mr and Mrs Willard Griffin on Parker street with Byron Shiffer entertaining guests. A large array of attendees are listed and a phonograph program provided entertainment during refreshments.
Local Youth Dies After Illness. Funeral Friday
Luther Lauer twelve year old son of Rev and Mrs W C L Lauer of Short avenue died yesterday afternoon at four o clock after a three week illness membranous evout funeral will be Friday morning at 19 o clock and private Interment in Forest Hill cemetery Miss Della Murray hosted a Hallowe en party on McDonough avenue with dancing games and a repast John Neary photographed the guests Patrick Moran died last Wednesday funeral this afternoon at 2 30 from Holy Rosary church Interment Cathedral cemetery John O Donnell of Race street cut two fingers while cutting wood Sunday Rev N P Patterson preached at North Main Avenue Baptist church last evening Rev J R Ellis will preach at Blakely this evening At Providence Methodist Episcopal church Rev J B Sweet will preach the sermon this evening YWCA executive committee met to arrange a Welsh Congregational church event Friday Nov 10 and English classes meet tonight
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Luther Lauer
W. C. L. Lauer
Short Avenue
Forest Hill Cemetery
Della Murray
McDonough Avenue
Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church
Young Women's Christian Association
Welsh Congregational Church
Various Local Visits and New Arrivals in Pittston Area
Mrs George Hateman of Pittston visits brother R E Westlake of West Market street Tuesday. J D Armfield of Moosic calls on Alderman Myers yesterday. Frank Carwardine of Wayne Avenue accepts position with D D Jones and Son. Lars Day of Church Avenue seriously ill. Mr and Mrs J W White of Wayne Avenue greet a new baby son. Rev N P Patterson of Jersey Shore and Rev J R Ellis of Abington visited Rev and Mrs G Reading yesterday. Mr and Mrs Gordon D Hines of North Main Avenue visit relatives in Montrose. Miss Bertha Jackson and Anna Lewis return home to Factoryville after visits with friends. Miss Anna McGovern of Binghamton returns home from West Market Street visit. The Misses Jones of North Main Avenue host Miss Jennie Williams of Winton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Hateman
Pittston
R. E. Westlake
West Market Street
J. D Armfield
Moosic
Alderman Myers
Frank Carwardine
Wayne Avenue
D D. Jones & Son
Lars Day
Church Avenue
J. W. White
N. P. Patterson
Jersey Shore
J. R. Ellis
Abington
Misses Jones
North Main Avenue
Jennie Wiliams
Winton
Scranton Notes Mention Local Injuries and Mall Service Update
Willam Ress of Cedar avenue was hurt at Scranton Axle works while a coworker fell on him from a ladder. Miles Boland, also of Cedar avenue, injured on an ash bank at Booth mill and may lose two fingers. Lower ward residents anticipate better mall delivery with extended night collections on Pittston avenue to Pig street. Emma Bishop hosted friends at Furnace Street home with games and supper. Gus Repert on Birch street injured a hand at work. Miss Mame Kempe and Miss Lizzie Vetter returned from Wilkes-Barre after visiting Miss Mame Henniges. Joseph S. Mack has resigned from Sauquoit Silk mill.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Miles Boland
Cedar Avenue
Booth Mill
Pittaton Avenue
Pig Street
Emma Bishop
Furnace Siiock
Gus Repert
Birch Street
Mame Kempe
Alder Street
Lizzle Vetter
Honesdale
Mame Henniges
Wilkes-Barre
Joseph
Mack
Lavelle Succeeds By Ex Carrier Joseph Thomas as Street Foreman
James P. Lavelle who served as foreman in the street department for five years is replaced by Joseph Thomas an ex Letter Carrier from the West Side. The new appointee will work under Street Commissioner Thomas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James P. Lavelle
Joseph Thomas
West Side
Thomas
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John M. Watkins
Christian Endeavor Society
Garfield Avenue
Thomas Kelly
Frank Martin
Kelly
Roth
Awanta
George W. Jenkins
S Main Avenue
Grrat
Andrews-Emmerscheide
Christian Endeavor Rally
Crepon
Globe Warehouse
Beecham S
Bertha Fern
Charles Kraft
MR. Weaver
Willard Griffin
Luther
Patrick Moran
John O'Donnell
Willard Geittin
Parker Street
Byron Shiffer
L. Huff
H. Mead
George Shiffer
John Griffin
G. B. Morgan
Harry Richania
Willard Griffen
Barney
W. Stebbin
William Perry
J. Littlejohn
Ethel Watkins
Elsie Oliver
Boeasie Meade
Bertha White
Grace
Mabel Griffin
Adelaide Perry
Mosars
Harry Wheeler
Tyron Shlifer
Leon Morgan
Walter Wright
James Filer
Franklin Jones
George Meade
William Ross
Willam Ress
Axte
James Dally
Muonner
Ross
Mr. Noss
Trade Mart
THE
Burt & Packard
Jess
Lewis, Reilly & Davies
Scranton, Pa
EC Coffee
Electrig Moess
Fi. WW
Blauiwwerlt Down
Cit
Nottingham
Joseph Ross
Academy OF FlUsse
Burgunder & Weis
Lesser
H.R. Lung
Chester de Vonde Co
Daniel R. Ryan
CPA Lette
Matinees
Sensation Biz
Carlasquirs
Sam T. Jack
Dixie Bens
St Luke's Parish House
Ken's
Salon L. & Powell & Co
Moale
Bethlehem
Ed. Connerton
Alice Manley
Archbald
Mary McCormack
Boone Avenue
Robert «Eibold
Buffalo, N. Y
Hotel Best
Far
Meadow Brook
Gibbons Street
Lyceum Theatre
Burgunder & Reis, Lessers
Long
Charles Fromman
William Gillette
Sherlock Holmes
M.el Faulkner
Conan Dorle
Sheriock Holmes
S.c
Smyth & Rice
Willie Collier
Mr. Smooth
Chicago & North-Western
Chicago
Overland
California
Oregon
Colorado
Denver
North-Western Limited Electric
Chicago, St. Paul
Minneapol
Duluth Superior Limited
St. Paul
Broadway
Cace
Waoshington St
Mate
Suguie
Thels
Addrasg
Claplonard
Smite
Pitledurg
the Droade
Leseland
Conpua Martiovn
Dotrait
Wan
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