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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1902
Page
7
A partial roster of directors lists Wm F Watletead Everett Warren MOP Kinesbury August Relinson 0.8 Johnson dos O'Brien L A Witres with unclear roles or positions.
In and About wee The City, Alderman Ruddy officiated at the marriage of Christ Dunwowe and Miss Mary Chinkel of Scranton. The ceremony occurred Saturday, with Alderman At I. Studs of the Fifteenth ward presiding. Additional details appear in the city society brief.
Jacob Tilis a noted sociologist will give a routine at the Bicycle Club now for the benefit of the Young Ladies Society of the Mirest Movers byqertin Church. The lecture will be staged by the church group to raise funds for local youth outreach.
The Waverly Baptist Church marks its hundredth anniversary today with an allulent service. The pastors conference will be held in the morning and, in the afternoon, the church history will be read aloud. Reverend Diyvhl Spencer will deliver a prayer.
Superintendent of Pollok Day received a communication from Tex Ane aches for information about a man named Lloyd. His uncle Harry Lloyd desires to locate him. prior to moving to California he lived in New Castle and has forgotten his nephew’s first name.
The Beranton board of trade plans its regular monthly meeting at Hoge today. Rev Dr Madison C Peters will deliver an address tonight on Why TF Becume.
The item notes a pastor formerly of Presbyterian ministry Dr Peters, a weekly common play court opening, a Scranton United Choral Society concert at the Lyceum, and the Twentieth Annual Meeting of the Women’s Auxiliary of the Diocese of Central Pennsylvania at Dike's Church with services at 10 00 am and 7 45 pm. It also mentions a finance committee meeting and a turkey supper hosted by Penn Avenue Baptist.
Commissioner Thomas J Watkins hosted a Saturday dinner at his Monroe Avenue residence honoring commission colleagues. The event featured autocratic decorations, a Schubert quartet performance, and a "To The Men of Harlech" program. Guests included Judge Gray Bishop Spahling General Wilson and several commissioners and officials.
Mrs Lawrence of New Rochelle hosts her sister Mia. Tse Dast Mrs Sterling and Virginia of Russell VA guests of Mrs Lucy Tinnley on Madison avenue. Charles W Thelps of Albano NY visiting daughter Mrs TI Potter on Monsey avenue. Michael FL Gewry formerly of this city to Theme Millandiy for a travel event in Broadway NY. Thornavt BL Jones James J Wilkins of Beraiton and JD Stocker of Jermyn travel to Lenoir NC for the Wilson Dan her and MAN company meeting and site inspection.
A terse report notes a peaceful pursuit led by Captain Those DP and Captain Murphy amid a concern with a merchants and mortgage bank. The fragment hints at a negotiation or settlement, with limited readable detail on parties or outcomes.
The text notes the OS Manager from Cinehonath office returning after service in the Philippines and rejoining his company with the Thirteenth Regiment in Olyphant. He is described as efficient and popular and expected to show a strong performance in future duties.
A pocketbook lost on Linden or Mulberry streets between Wyoming and Webster avenues. Reward offered for return to his office. Ask your grocer for it. A surprise at the Dixie this week and a matinee today.
Rt. Rev. Bishop John Limenster Spalding of Peoria spoke on success at the Lyceum theater. He argued true success comes from moral effort, body cultivation, and religious faith, praising intellect and contrasting wealth with inner growth. The audience included arbitration board members and labor leader John Mitchell among others.
Local capitalists organize the Morriston Silk Company to weave silks in a three story Monsey avenue building once altered. A 200 loom capacity mill will employ about 150 workers, many women, with higher wages than throwing mills. Charter application filed, expected soon.
Fourteen year old Gertrude Shough vanished while picking clover near her home. After a night of search, she reappeared at Mrs. Clarey's home and recounted being pursued by two men on the railroad. She next boarded a milk wagon to Jermyn before being found near the toll gate by Dr. Jackson. The tale prompts doubts and a search by Constable Moran.
Michael Wlorethka a boy of age living in Marshwood was kicked in the head by a pony yesterday afternoon. He sustained a fracture and was taken to Lauckawauan hospital for treatment.
Cyrus D. Jones driving a Winton shaved two seconds from the track half-mile record at Saturday’s speedway races. The event drew fourteen machines led by Frank M. Spencer and James Parkin with brisk heats and a dramatic Jones versus Spencer finale. J G Conner’s mobile also set a class record as a standout of the day.
A serious accident occurred yesterday afternoon on Washington avenue as Mr and Mrs Bates of Mill street Dunmore were surprised by an oncoming rig. To avoid a collision Mr Bates steered onto Washington Avenue but the other driver could not slow in time. The collision threw both Bates and his wife from the carriage and caused injuries to Mrs Bates including head and back trauma.
Mrs Bates suffered shock and internal injuries after a collision that wrecked Mr Bates’ carriage on Green Ridge Street near Monsey Avenue. She was carried to Col George Sander son’s residence and Dr Newberry treated her. the other carriage occupant was unharmed. The horse fled the scene until caught by Liveryman McMillan. A matinee at the Dixie was advertised that week.
A Tribune notice promotes attractive half tones and line cuts for cards and ads. The office claims unmatched quality, prompt service, and low rates with a trial order urged to persuade customers.
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