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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 12, 1895

Page

2

Ministers Hold Wilkes-Barre Meeting on Progress and Faith

Wilkes-Barre ministers from the region gathered at the Wives Methodist Episcopal Church to discuss progress in faith and science. Rev. J. Williams chaired. Dr. Frederick Coras spoke on progress and adaptation, urging harmony between science and sacred truth, with emphasis on Eden inheritance and natural history as a pathway to understanding order.

Methodist Episcopal Wilkes-Darre Wives Methodist Episcopal Church Williamas Luzerne Wi Vamas T. M. Furey Wanamile J. A. la Bar W. Treibel Wyoming L. BE. van Hoesen Forty Port É. KK. Peck WW. C. McDermoatt Ipiston T. C. Murdock C. Is Purcy Air. Moore West Tacoma Frederick Coras Wingaton Mexico Eden Corna van Dieman Corse Wards Edwardsville

Family of Alexander Norris Mourns Loss in Philadelphia

The obituary notes the death of a woman from the Third district, formerly married to Mr Speck twelve years ago. She traveled with him to Colorado, then Philadelphia, and later New York where he worked in theater. She was daughter of Alexander Norris and sister to James M. Norris, Alexander Norris, Mrs Shoemaker, Mrs Derby, and John Norris. Cause of death not stated.

Third District Marrial Speck Colorado Philadelphia New York Alexander Norris James M Peter Shoemaker Derby John Norris

Mother Wins Custody After Peculiar Hearing

Judge Lynch held a no habents corpus hearing in chambers to resolve a custody dispute. Henry Williams sought possession of the child from his wife, witnesses described repeated abuse, and the five year old testified she wished to live with her mother. The judge found in favor of the mother and decreed custody.

Lynch Henry Willams John FP. Shen T. E. Shea Wiliams Mra. Willame Dcenelon Phs Holen

Wife Goes Insane and Attempts to Stab Son

On Sunday morning Mrs. W S Ellis of Cemgetown became insane at breakfast and tried to stab her eldest son with a carving knife. Neighbors and then her husband restrained her. several men had to keep her quiet and a rope was used to bind her arms. Squire Ford committed her, and she was sent to jail for sanity determination.

W. S. Ellis Cemgetown Mere Ellis Kim Squire Ford

Scranton firm rebuilds Aurora coal breaker after blaze

About a year ago Reese Brooks Company of Scranton chased Aurora Coal at Laffin. the breaker burned. They built a new modern breaker and sunk a shaft ready to start work tomorrow. Officials anticipate no cave danger at No 9 Delaware and Hudson Plymouth. surveys to confirm safety and mule return planned.

Reese Brooks & Company Scranton Aurora Coal Company Laffin Delaware Boston

Course of Lectures Planned by Congregational Tabernacle

The Congregational Tabernacle at Brown and Blackman Streets announces a winter lecture series with very low ticket prices to aid ongoing debt relief. The lineup includes Mayor Nichole, Prof James M Coughlin, Col Brauhart, Dr Cross and Rev Mills delivering talks from Nov 27, 1895 to Mar 25, 187.

Congregational Tabernacle Brown and Blackman Streets FE. M. Nichole James M. Coughlin A. Brauhart Libby F. Cross Thornton A. Mills India

Notable Weekend Church and Community Happenings

Sunday sermons at First Methodist and Drew seminary noted. Bank adds 5000 to surplus now 175000 and declares 3 percent demi dividend. Eight drunks before the Mayor with some discharged and others jailed. Armour Packing opens Chicopee branch led by George W TL. First Baptist lads plan a Concordia hall supper for church building funds. Royal Welsh Ladies choir to perform in Wilkes Barre on December 12. Reverend Boyie to lecture at the Y M C A on Pen Pictures of Tome tonight. Poor House committee ladies meet at 2 40 p m at First Presbyterian chapel. Christian Benevolent Association to elect officers there. Dominican Fathers to conduct mission at Parsons starting December 1. Forty Fort Presbyterian church dedicated before large crowd. Mosheck Reese on trial for attempted rape. Father Curran thanks supporters at Holy Savior opening. new choir organized. Old east side buildings may be torn down for modern structures. Stafford lecture advance sale strong.

Rogers Drew Seminary First Methodist Episcopal Church First National Bank Armour Packing Company Chicoo George W, TL First Baptist Church Concordia Hall Royal Welsh Ladies” Choir Wilkes-Barre Boyie Tome Indies of the Poor House Committee First Presbyterian Church The Christian Benevolent Association Dominican Fathers Weber Splinter New York Parsons New Presbyterian Church Forty Fort Mosheck Reese Julie Parker Father Curran New Holy Savior Church Five Points Cutler Alley Exchange Stafford Searon

Local News Briefs From Jermyn and Avora

Clara Davica of Jermyn visits Avora friends. Primitive Methodist ladies plan a church supper next Monday evening. Richard Gendall and R W Rymer of Wyoming Seminary visit home. Sodality of the Biersm Virgin reception held Sunday. Trev G A Severson to lecture on Gettysburg at the Methodist Sunday school room Friday. Citizens band to give a concert in Gilmore hall on Wednesday November 27. A good crowd expected.

Clara Davica Avora Richard Gendall R. W. Rymer Wyoming Seminary Sodality of the Biersm Virgin of the Sacred Heart Trev G. A. Severson Wil The Methodist Church Gettysburg Citizens’ Band Gilmore Hall

A. L. A. Benefit Plans Debt Liquidation in Waymart

In Waymart the Baptist church schedules a November 20 meeting led by A. L. A. to raise funds for church debt. John Skinner and family have moved from England to Laceyville where he works at a feed mill. Mrs. Thomas Davis is improving. Harry Bovard departs for a new teaching post at Justus school. The Temperance band opening in Enterprise hall drew a large crowd with multiple booths and a fish pond for children. the program will vary each night.

Waymart Baptist Church John Skinner England Laceyville Temperance Enterprise Hall

Providence Presbyterian choir organizes first reearsal for Christmas music

The large chorus at Providence Presbyterian Church held its first rehearsal last evening with strong attendance and evident interest. The Christmas program will feature quartet music from the church and be led by Professor T. J. Davies with Rae. Funeral services for Elias A. Beamer will be held this afternoon at 2 from his Diamond Avenue home. He was 60 and survived by grown children. burial at Forest Hill cemetery. Dolph Atherton left for New York on business, while Miss Elizabeth visited M. G. Decker on Cayuga Street. An indoor baseball game at Company Armory drew a large crowd, Mulley’s and Clark Store clerks forming opposing teams in overalls. Stella M. Appleman, 24, died Sunday. funeral at Deacon Street residence, with interment at Dunmore Cemetery. Cambrian Glee Club with Mrs. Little Hughes-Prundage and Mrs. George Powell will sing at North Main Avenue Baptist Church in St. Mary's Hall. tickets 4 cents.

Providence Presbyterian Church Healdes T. J. Davies Mus. Rae Elias A. Beamer Diamond Avenue Forest Hill Cemetery Dolph Atherton Court Street New York City Elizabeth M. G. Decker Cayuga Streets Decegsd Cambrian Glee Club Little Hughes-Prundage George Powell North Main Avenue Baptist Church St. Mary's Hall West Market Street

Honesdale Socials and Industry Stirring in Wayne County

Scranton resident Russell Dimmick dies at his home. Miss Antonette D Ball attends a Scranton show. Epworth League plans a reception for county teachers during institute week. Ammity Club to host a Thanksgiving social and hop at the Armory, a major social draw for local youth. Rain boosts Wayne County industry as canals close briefly, Honesdale Glass set to restart operations. German Catholic church campaign boosts upcoming winter fair here.

Russell Dimmick Scranton Antonette D. Ball Aew Epworth League Methodist Episcopal Church Ammilty Club Armory Wayne County Honesdale Glass Company Honesdale

Night school opens with Taggart McCarthy and Walsh

Mrs Kilker was in Scranton yesterday while Kilker vs Edgerton Coal Co. appears on today’s court calendar. Edward Burke visits Dunmore. Kennedy and Mendleson in Archbald. Frank Smith in Carbondale. Walsh on business in Carbondale yesterday.

W. M. Taggart Francis McCarthy Miss Walsh Dennis Kilker Scranton Kilker Edgerton Coal Company Edward Burke Dunmore Messrs IT. P. Kennedy Isaac Mendleson Archbald Frank H. Smith Carbondale M. P. Walsh

Mansfield Feels Typhoid Foe Knocks Out Lines

New York actor Mansfield, recuperating at Lakewood New Jersey after typhoid fever, has forgotten the lines for his major roles including Beau Brummel and Dr Jekyll And Mr Hyde. He will study and rehearse with his company in preparation for a season opening in Philadelphia on November 25 at Chestnut Street Opera House.

Mansfield New York Rd Mansfield Lakewood N. J Dr. Jekyl Mr. Hyde Chestnut Street Opera House Philadelphia

Foster Mrs Maria L dies at age seven funeral at home

Mrs Maria L Foster aged seven dies. Funeral held at 2:90 this afternoon at the residence of her daughter Mrs Arthur H Lee 623 Clay avenue. Interment private.

Foster Maria L. Foster Arthur H. Lee Clay Avenue

Piles Relief Advertised by Dr Swayne and Son

An 19th century style medical notice touts Symptome Moisture relief for piles with intense itching and bleeding. It claims Swayne's Ointment stops itching heals ulcers and removes tumors in most cases. Available from AI druggists or by mail for 50 cents from Dr Swayne & Son Philadelphia.

Swayne Dr. Swayne & Son Philadelphia

Help Wanted Classifieds Ad Bundle in Scranton Area

A sprawling assortment of help wanted notices and job ads from Scranton area papers. Listings include sales agents, clerks, stenographers, dressmakers, canvassers, stonecutters, and factory workers seeking immediate employment with various companies and locations across Pennsylvania and nearby states.

Wanted: Help Wanted and Services Advertised in Tribune

Classified notices list various wants including a butcher with 10 years experience and German and English skills, clerical or office work positions, sales positions for shinples, and washing services for home or family use. Includes addresses Tribune office and specific location 1020 West Lackawanna Avenue Hyde Park.

Gita Ios Summer Avenue Hyde Park Qutation Tribune Office Shinples Clark Bk. L Qituation Tribune South Rappvca Avenue West Lackawanna Avenue Ntuation L. B. di N. Sumner Avenue

Philadelphia Panic Hits Quaker City Stocks In Break

Philadelphia markets show renewed drop in local industrials led by Welabach Light and Electric Storage. Prices swung from gains to losses with a noon recovery and late-day strength, Limited insider selling rumors denied by a management figure amid a marked three week decline totaling over 12 million dollars in value.

Philadelphia Welabach United Gas Electric Storage Common Weisbach Pennsylvania Heat, Light and Power Welsh Light Storage Common Welsbach P. FH. L Storage

Rail timetable excerpt for Central Railroad of New Jersey flows

Central Railroad of New Jersey timetable effective June 2 1595 lists departure times from Scranton to Pittston Wilkes Barre and other points for weekdays and Sundays. It notes service to Atlantic City New York Newark Elizabeth along with express cars and Buffalo parlor car, and returns from New York Philadelphia with several express options. Through tickets available at the station with agents Baldwin and OlhAusen.

Atlantic City New York Newark Elizabeth Philadelphia Reading Terminal Hageatalehem Easton Lyncey Long Branch Ocean Grove Reading Lebanon Harrisburg Allentown Pottsville Liberty Street North River M. Bey P. Baldwin J. H. Olhausen Bupt Vea Rikaie la W.R Pittet Wilkes- Barre de la WR Scranton Aadge Haven Haareton Pottevive Beaver Trville Harreny Ft. A Bethlehem D. Ie & We Tunkhaenogh Towanda Elmira Ig Vin Char Exereigy All Points Eas Trenton South Washington and Way Binghamton Corning Bath Dansville Mount Morris Buffalo Burgio Pikeharton Cortland Syracuse Cowenslea Richfield Springs Ithaca Northumberland Pittston Plymouth Bloomsburg Danville Williamsport Baltimore Washington Mith Op Lackenauss Avenue

Trains Schedules for Erie Railroad and Local Stops

Trains depart Scranton for Newport and intermediate Erie points at 7 00 a m and 1 29 p m Also serve Honesdale and Hawley with local departures at 7 00 9 40 a m and 2 29 All trains run through to and from Honesdale and Wilkes Barre with arrivals at 9 29 a m and 2 19 p m

Erie Wyoming Valley Scranton Newport Erie Railroad Honesdale Hawley Arr Wilkes-Barre

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