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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1902
Page
3
A long notice recounts the Stevens family connections and a forthcoming memorial and social event. It mentions Mrs Stevens Camigo and Prothenas Wie Sone Stevens, with many associated friends from Honesdale, Scranton, Newark, and Syracuse. The piece notes church seating, musical performances, and a piano and violin program led by Prof Joli Mira, including vocal solos and quartets.
Miss Harriet Berry daughter of Mr and Mrs John Berry wed Charles B Stevens of Bethlehem at the Berry residence on Cannon Street. The ceremony featured a pretty service in lovely surroundings with friends and family in attendance. The couple received congratulations at a reception with music and celebrations continuing into the evening.
A letter from a reader describes dramatic recovery from fatigue and brain fog after using Postum products. The writer reports increased energy, clearer eyes, rosy skin, stronger muscles, and the ability to climb a steep hill and enjoy activities again after eleven months of use. The note mentions a spouse in Norwalk, Connecticut and an aunt in Norwalk who also benefited.
A morale boosting benefit concert at Trinity Parish House supported the Trinity church organ fund. Mrs Mattle Hughes Brown was unable to perform a planned recitation and Mrs Baker substituted with a solo turning in a well received performance. Younger talent also stood out.
The select council discusses appealing Judge Halsey’s ruling on the water plant project to the Supreme Court. The judiciary committee and Mayor O’Neil, City Solicitor Straet plan a conference to decide the next steps, with possible recommendations for or against the appeal. A broad city street paving ordinance moves forward and tax collection duties are reassigned. only other business notes a veto and sewer permit matter linked to a hospital property.
Misses Mayine and Noa Parley entertained in honor of Miss Anna Hosie of Joemmnyi at their Caintreet home. A happy gathering of young folks enjoyed the evening with refreshments served. guests included numerous Misses and Messrs. from local families.
The funeral of the late John Edwards was held yesterday afternoon from the residence on Salem avenue. A large number of friends attended to pay respects and mourn the loss of the deceased.
The obituary fragment notes strong attendance at the services conducted by Rev. A F Chaffee of the Methodist church. Burial was in Brookdale cemetery with pallbearers Peter Rivenburn Samuel Smale Morgan Reese William Evans John Beck and Daniel Allen. Floral offerings were carried by Wil Roberts John Golden John Walter e WIN Hobart.
The Indians could not play yesterday at Athletic Park Scranton due to labor pressures and employer friction. Their absence follows a second disappointed game this season and reflects mineworkers' inability to take leave, jeopardizing future football appearances this year.
The late Mrs. George Lewsley was laid to rest at Maplewood cemetery yesterday afternoon. The private funeral at High street residence drew close friends of the family. Rev. Dr. Nl. 4. Whaten of Berean Baptist Church delivered the eulogy praising her long life of usefulness and devotion to the church. Pall-bearers were W. MM. Peck Frank Colwell William Ulmer Jimes Smith Charles Kase and Nicholas Moon Jr. Floral pieces were sent by George Benton M. B. Wilcox and William Shattion.
A list of remaining letters dated Nov. 6, 102 for unknown recipients includes Fr. R. Farnsley Dr. Mecower Dro PF Limb Airs Jesele Hunter Mrs Almira Winfield Miss Vivian cabar Miss Annie Sowers Mises Mdith Wilsutis Moses HW Weill J Theis Postmister.
A discussion on engagement and motherhood, arguing many women enter marriage by proximity rather than choice. It promotes Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a cure for “womanly ills” and notes testimonials about relief from pain after childbirth. The ad-like text also advertises Pleasant Pellets as a laxative and cathartic aid.
The article suggests that visiting Connolly and Wallace once may lead to revisits, implying strong customer loyalty as the store’s lasting measure. It emphasizes whether the shop can retain customers after an initial visit.
Exquisite Small Furs lists 150 styles of boas and notes a habit of tailoring to customer preferences. The shop emphasizes continual changes to improve appearance and comfort, and claims to do most fur business in Scranton by offering these personalized refinements.
The ad promotes a broad selection of union suits for women, highlighting no waist folds, freedom of movement, and even distribution of strain. It stresses variety in material and size, with prices from 560c to $6.50 per suit.
Comet flannel night shirts offered at 50 cents each with larger chest measurements and improved tailoring. Buy now for your wife or mother to notice the quality, though stocks may run out before winter ends and cannot be restocked at the price.
A satin lined Aeheviot jacket with velvet collar and cuffs measures 26 inches and is priced at $10. Limited supply noted with some coats priced at $13.50 but few in stock, about fifty available. The copy touts this as the best coat bought for $10.
In the Baby Department a range of warm coats for very small children is offered. Long white coats for infants priced from $2 to $17.50, short coats in 2 3 and 4 year sizes from $2 to $10, and sturdier box coats from $4 to $16. Velvet and silk aristocrats with lace collars range $4.50 to $11. A delightful place for pretty winter outfits for babies.
The winter stock offers extensive and complete ranges for men women and children. Underwear is largely made to our order from tested patterns by reputable makers. Choose your own price or quality and you are assured of fair pricing and top value.
Reports say Elizabeth Heran of the Wyrat Side, a clerk in the grocery department at Chithe Tiros store, was forced to leave work yesterday by illness. She is believed to be suffering a severe attack of grip. others have shown improvement after a difficult bout with typhoid fever.
George Fydianes who runs the Wester Union telegraph office on North Main Street has received an advance with the Delaware Lackawanna and Hudson company. He will not relocate to Scranton, though his new role allows travel to and from Scranton as needed.
Mr and Mrs William Anderson of Carbondale and Mr and Mrs Wilbhim Decker of Scranton hosted visitors in Wandling. John Nearney and his bride, wed in Jos sup, traveled to Carbondale for supper at the Harrison house with Miss Nellie Reap and John Sellen. N A Hulbert, Scranton music dealer, noted as a Chowrondide visitor. Stephen Nealon of Pike Street returns home to vote then resumes studies at Medico-Chivureseal college in Pillalel plili.
Jermyn Mayfield reports school directors notified many parents of attending pupils to attend a meeting Tuesday to offer excused absence for the children's nominal attendance.
The Aurora lodge Pieve and Renepiel Masensy celebrated at the Washington sesquicentennial with Uhre Chorbeauciale Masone and Miss Trahinson as guests. Mr and Mrs BM. A. Willian hosted a guest from Middletown for the past fortnight before her return. Abs Andrew Carter of Carbondale was reported dead, later rumor proved untrue, while Mrs Cyan tev remains seriously ill. Margaret Thorson returned from North Carolina after a visit with Mrs J. D. Stacker.
A vintage notice touts Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as universally effective from India to the South Seas. It claims relief for colds coughs and croup and states the medicine has never failed to do all it promises. Sold by all druggists with no guaranteed endorsement.
Announcement of a special rail offer to coincide with the American Bakers association convention in New Orleans. Round trip tickets priced at 92.85 with outbound options November 5 6 7 and return by November 10 or extended to November 12 upon ticket deposit at the New Orleans office. Valid on all trains except the Black Diamond Express.
Olyphant notes a minstrel performance by Barlow's company at Father Mathew Opera House. Tickets are 10 20 and 30 cents. Women's Guild of St George Mission to hold a rummage sale for the mission starting August 32. Rev David Baeneer participated in special services at the Baptist church in Peckville. Mrs J A Evans of Lackawannit street visited relatives at Mikonos. Miss Sadie Mogan visits Ridge friends. The Lyric orchestra held a social in Mahon's hall with large attendance. Mahon family visited Green Ridge yesterday.
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