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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 05, 1896

Page

5

Community notices mix in Lackawanna town

Local items report Margaret Potter of 27 Adams Avenue dying in Kleelock. Various society meetings are listed for Hebrew Relief Society and Woman's Keeley League. A veteran camp inspection occurred in Jermyn, and Health Board plans a meeting in Municipal Building. A street incident led to a Reckless Driving fine in police court.

Helaware Lackawanna Wind Western Company WUE Storrs Mee Margaret Potter Adams Avenue Kleelock Hebrew Tedles Relief Society Keeley League Ta Oteliek Jermyn Nash Tyne Sumilwiches Kharme Rudolph Lusemhurer Pennavente Linden Street Teaterdiy Apmiluiche Mine Foreign Ase Sietant Nite Buthling John Pelter Porter Berantun Ant Sanh Lewis Wilkes-lharre Wil Ant Deoda Vleck Siranton George Morrilt May Johnson Carbondale Eden Polhemus Wavyerly Millar AL Jogepi T. J. Kelly & Co Mis Trown Perathingham

MISS DORSEY PUPILS OFFER A RECEPTION PROGRAM

The junior pupils of Mira Carolyne V. Tiersey, elocution teacher, will present tonight at Miss Dorsey’s studio 44 Adams Avenue. The program includes piano solos by Evangeline Marcey, recitations by George Adunis and others, vocal solos, and dramatic readings featuring Hazel Hopewell, Liesl Brant, and Dorsey.

Adams Avene Mira Carolyne V. Tiersey Elocution Chace Brown Sopreate Nirece Powell Mire Elinl Miss Dorsey Admns Avenue Ars LRT W. Riley Tennyson Haz Hopewell Lizsie Prout Archie Dern Evangeline Oh Souret Hamilton Bei’ ‘Dresser Suelo Gross Cuteb Ch. T. Corbett Hazel “Hone Golo Mair Owels of Gertle Lehrmin Grandma Dorsey Hazel Hopewell Liesl Brant Carolyne Vv. Dorgey Oratory Adame Avenue

Four New Bridges Sought In County Townships

Petitions filed with Clerk of Courts Thomas yesterday request four bridges. One bridge would cross Hosencrantz creek near Elias Smith’s saw mill in Newton township. three others lie in South Abington at Cummit Lake creek, Willly Brook creek, and Summit Lake reservoir routes. Petitions go to the grand jury for consideration.

Thomas Newton Township South Abington Hosencrant's

Lackawanna County Returns Show GOP Victory Big

County results give McKinley and Bryan strong pluralitys with Connell leading for countywide office. Merrifield and Davenport trailing. Republicans dominate county tickets with Robers, Domuth, and Ward winning roles. Total vote exceeds 36 000 with record turnout.

Miringey Ieuael Bryan McKinley Davenport Congress Connell Merrlfield Ortes Roberts

Mortgage Burning Celebration at St John’s Society

St John’s Society of Pine Brook prepares a mortgage burning event next Wednesday after wiping out a $1600 debt on Canouse Avenue. The mortgage destruction will be witnessed by members and guests, with Rev P J Mc Manus of St Paul’s Green Ridge giving the principal address.

St. John's Society Pine Brook Canouse Avenue P. J. McManus St. Paul's Catholic Church Green Ridge

Street Car and Bus Collision on Lackawanna Ave

A street car and an Union Transfer bus collided at the Lackawanna and Washington avenues intersection at 6 p.m. yesterday. The crash involved a bus full of passengers and resulted in no serious injuries due to a fortunate circumstance.

Union Lackawanna and Washington Avenue

Bus and car collision delays traffic at Washington avenue

A bus, attempting to turn into Washington avenue, was struck by a branch car that started up after stopping at a crossing. The impact tangled horses and harness. the bus occupants suffered a severe shake but no injuries or damage occurred. Both operators argued briefly before continuing on separate routes.

Dunmore Washington Avenue No. & Branch

City Solicitor to Advise on Damage Claims

City Solicitor Torrey will present a communication to the council on damage claims against the city. He will prepare all claims and a recommendation for disposition, and may urge forming a committee to assist, citing the workload as excessive for one person.

Torrey

Great Victory Parade Friday Night Celebration

Citizens are invited to an outdoor demonstration Friday night to mark a Tuesday victory. A Republican club meeting tonight in Scranton will plan the torch procession with uniformed marchers welcome and road fire for lighting the parade route.

Central Republican Club Eiity Potede Tepublican Celui Scranton Akkerman W Millar Tim Wil Chta

O'Brien the Contractor at Academy of Music

Daniel Sully stars as O Brien in a well received performance at the Academy of Music last evening. The rugged honest portrayal by Mr Sully drew favorable response from a large audience and he was supported by a capable company.

Daniel Sully Academy of Music O'Brien O Hirten Mr Sully Irien Sully Audiencs

Will of Hon. D. M. Jones Probate Granted

The will of the late Hon. D. M. Jones of the West Side was admitted to probate with his widow named as executrix and guardian of their four children. She receives the remainder after $200 bequests to Daniel J. Davis and Daniel Duyvix and to Sarah G. and Mary E. Williams. The estate is left to the widow and their children in equal shares.

D. M. Jones West Side David J. Davis Daniel Duyvix Daniel Mr. Davis Knightaville Clayquinty Ind Sarah G Mary E. Williams

Van Horn Sees Fugitve Murderer Photo in Starraccea

Chief Robbling provided a two man unit in Starraccea with a photo of the fugitive George Van Kiern. The chief's correspondent notes suspected links to state affairs and a Brent state of excitement over Van Kiern's latest discovery.

Robbling Starraccea George van Kiern Brent van Fern

Select Council to Meet Tonight for Coal Furnishing Contract

The Select council will hold a regular session tonight. The fire department committee will meet at 7:20 p.m. to award the contract for furnishing coal to the fire department houses and police stations. The board of health will meet this afternoon to discuss the widespread diphtheria cases.

Select Council Fire Department Committee of Select Counneil Oelock Board of Health

Great Auction Sales Offer Bargains At Half Price

Dealers tout half price auctions and fast service for watches diamonds jewelry clocks and pledge burgaria items. Davidew Bros Pledges and the Harris drug store present limited time opportunities with Druggist notices and elocution teacher Carolyne V. Dorgey listed among vendors.

Davidew Bros

Richardson and Drew Wed at Trinity Church Scranton

The couple Dorothy Drew and George Richardson of Throop, Pa., were married November 4, 1914 at Trinity Lutheran Church Scranton by Rev. Edwin Lynn Miller.

Funeral for Magele wife of TG Early

The funeral for Magele Early wife of TG Early, aged 23, will be held Friday at 10 o'clock from the late residence on Chestnut Street.

Dunmore Westerday Magele Chestnut Street

William Connell Wins Congress Seat in Scranton Return

William Connell's decisive victory in Scranton yesterday triggers widespread congratulations from politicians, business leaders, and citizens. Telegraphed messages from Senator M S Quay and Gov. Hastings’ secretary Lewis Beitler join onlookers as supporters gather at the Third National Bank Building to cheer the new congressman.

United States M.S. Quay Lewis E. Beither Hastings William Connell Congress McAaulty Hhe West Side Clay Avenue Vine Street McAnulty Corwell New York Brooks Scranton Wilkim Connell L. A. Watres

Mr Flitcroft Honored By Green Ridge Wheelmen

A smoker event at the Green Ridge Wheelmen club unexpectedly honored Thomas Filtcroft, division freight and passenger agent of the New York Ontario and Western Railway. BOT Lacey read letters of regret while a member presented a framed etched portrait, wished to hang in the clubhouse.

Green [Ridge Thomas Filtcreft New York Ontario and Western Pailway Flull Bot. Lacey Filtcroft FE. L. Merriman Flitcroft

Keene and Hanford to star in Richard Jr at Academy

Eminent tragedian Thomas W. Keene teams with Charles I. Hanford for a Richard Jr. engagement at the Academy of Music. The pair, lauded by critics after Rosabel Morrison's Carmen, appears Monday and Tuesday, Nov. 9 and 10, with favorable notices of the production and performances. Wills and Hastings Roof Garden vaudeville opens at Davis Theatre for the week, featuring a strong cast from Binghamton.

Thomas W. Keene Worh Barrett McCullough Keene Charles i. Hanford Hanford Academy of Music Richard Jr Thoston Rosabel Morrison Old Herald Merimee Alise Morrison Academy Wills and Hastings Roof Garden Davis’ Theatre Binghamton

Fireworks Sale At Mrs Bradley's Auction Row

Fireworks and fre works advertised for an election celebration. Watch and jewelry auction at Daviden Pros draws large crowds at 206 Adams Avenue opposite court house.

Hats on display from Furls to New York in wide collection

Women praise the wide collection with hats by Furls DGerlin and New York. Trimmed hats with wires feathers flowers and ribbons attract buyers. Prices start at low ranges as shoppers find ready selections in the shop.

Furls Dgerlin New York

Musical Director Posted at First Presbyterian Church

Piano and organ teacher offers harmony and accompaniment lessons. Studio at residence of the late Herr Kopff located at 302 Adams Avenue Scranton. Public notice invites potential students and indicates professional services.

The First Presbyterian Church Herr Kopff Adams Avenue Scranton

Property Owners Challenge West Lackawanna Avenue Narrowing

West Lackawanna Avenue property owners through attorneys Cawley and Shean yesterday applied for an injunction to halt a paving operation they say is narrowing the street. Plaintiffs Alexander Barowman, G. Kellow, Edward Farr and Mr. Pritchard are listed as the owners opposing the work.

West Lackawanna Avenue Joseph Philips David Nichola Fourteenth Ward Main Avenue West Lackawanna Phillips Jucdee Archbald Alexander Barowman G. Kellow Edward Farr Mr. Pritchard Cawley & Shean

Fur Repair Offered by City’s Practical Furrier

Local notice promotes fur repairs by the city’s practical furrier, claiming expert service and reliable results for valued garments.

Reduction in Our Elegant Millinery Comes as Sale

A dramatic reduction is announced in the elegant millinery line. The notice promises significant price cuts across hats and bonnets, urging shoppers to visit the store for limited stock and time sensitive bargains.

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