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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1901
Page
2
Classified notice from The News of Carbondale seeking a middle aged female police auxiliary contact for Mrs. William Binthots at OO Dandi Street. Trade of services and residence discussed in terse terms.
The fragment lists Delaware and Hudson routes linking Carbondale Wilkes Barre Binghamton Albany Montreal Boston and Lake Lodore with arrivals and departures. It notes trains from Wilkes Barre to Carbondale and connections through Ithaca HEnedale and Waymart with times around dawn and morning.
A garbled passage describes movement from Carbondale to various locations including Seranien and New York. It mentions trains, Sundays, and parties in transit with unclear names and dates.
Fragmentary text appears to reference stations, elections or meetings, international places, and possible figures. readable items include mentions of Cannes, Western politics, and a server context, but overall meaning is obscured and specifics cannot be confirmed.
The Teachers Institute at Cemuul School to run for a week, with A My as superintendent preparing sessions and securing instructors. Rev. Stark and others present, with lectures on Lincoln and education topics. Evening programs and varied sessions listed, including music, geography, and thinking skills.
The board of directors requests aid from the Women’s Relief Corps to fund work on a power roll at a local home in Hrogkville Puny to support keeping their residence intact.
The group will hold a cornerstone sale this week to raise funds. Proceeds support the old soldiers, with invitations extended to Mrs. Isa Newtop Mrs. Charles Limorenuk Alyse Jane Cavier. A bake sale is planned Wednesday November 87 at the Globe Adore location.
A report states Arthur Young and companions faced charges of attempting to loot a stake hall. The group allegedly planned the theft with Hicks, Jr. and others, and bail was not posted as the matter proceeds.
An advertisement for Chase's Nerve Pills touts relief from nervous headaches and depression. It claims to restore nerve strength, vigor, and general health, citing testimonials from patients and a physician endorsement. The ad features Dr A W Chase's signature and urges readers to trusted druggists for purchase.
An incomplete report describes a captive labeled MMe restrained with a stake and flaming brush wood. Hicks tried to extinguish the fire and free Nineelf, but could not release him. The fate of Youngs’ companion remains unknown.
The Methodist Fund reports subscriptions exceeding one thousand dollars with steady contributions from congregants and supporters. The drive aims to bolster church programs and community outreach as donations continue to rise.
Town article describes a Thanksgiving turkey protest and local law actions. It notes saloonkeepers limiting turkey raffles, police enforcement, and a shift in town traffic and street improvements including hill grades and railway track relocations by city plans.
A late night blaze gutted the Corneilman Jimmie Thompson run store at the old post office building. James J Corrigan, disabled from a prior accident, lost his entire earnings and savings as flames swept through the fire. Patrons and onlookers expressed deep sympathy for Corrigan as the business opened only weeks before and had shown bright promise.
Two weddings took place yesterday at St Rose Church. Bridget Murray of Dundalt Street married James Gordon of Gordon Avenue with Miss Mary Murrey as bridesmaid. A reception followed at the bride’s home. In a second ceremony at 4 o clock, Bridget Tolling of Trookivn Street wed Patrick Chork of Eighth Avenue with Miss Morvy Gaifoex as bridesmaid. The couple left for home and will begin housekeeping.
The funeral for J. C. Paulk was held yesterday afternoon with a large cortege. Interment followed at Maplewood Cemetery. Pallbearers included IL Gilles, Nelson, OG W. tleward, Mo. Pinner, B.S Isinney, MW. Howard. The service featured several speakers and readings as the rites were conducted by Chafers.
Foreign names and a series of recipients are listed in a damaged posting. The text includes Percy do ole Howard Cummings Hopkins J J lee Thea Levett James A Miller W oe Shaw Reo Smith Joseph Stull Thomas Watkins John P Wil lime Miss J Sulphen Miss Delene Urayee Mrs James Moran and an unclear postal reference in Antonio Chatteloftir Vine eye 1 00 Thomas Postiwaster.
The passing throng shows Homer Cheene of Ponesdale visiting Carbonthile yesterday. Willi Siias joined National Express as new staff. Miss Blanche Whitney returns home to Honesdale after visiting friends here. Miss Kra Morton, guest of Miss Elizabeth Siwg on Wyoming street, departs for Catasieputts.
In Peckville dentist Waller Stanford has opened an office in the Led yood building. An Odd Fellows ladies supper for three Jacob churches is planned tonight at the building, served from six to midnight. Mr Taylor is serving jury duty this week.
An ad extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for female diseases, promising regularity, relief from painful drains, reduced inflammation, and better sleep and nerves. A testimonial from Maltie Hays credits improved health after following the recommended regimen including the Golden Medical Discovery and pellets. The notice also offers Dr. Pierce's Medical Adviser for 21 cents in stamps.
Dr Willams, a prominent surgeon, says avoid surgery if cure is possible and endorses the Pyramid Pile Cure after trials. For sale by druggists. Littl hook. Piles, Crimes aind Cire inadiled free, Pyras wihh Drago., Atarehall, Mich.
Individuals from Susquehanna and Bel indicate travel for a funeral service for the late BE. OP. Bradford, to be held today. Bel reports returning from a deer hunt in Pike county without securing the game, planning to resume efforts soon.
At a special Mayfield borough meeting the board appointed John Cules as truancy officer with a $2 daily allowance. Treasurer Brady reported $2,400 received from Tax Collector Quinn for taxes. Night school enrollment stood at 68, with about half regularly attending. The Literary society sought permission to hold an event in Mayfield. location constraints were noted. Additional items included social visits, a new mint engraving owned by Miss Gladys Waters, and a workplace injury at the Dehowtare and Hudson colliery.
Local notes report Mrs J S N Spencer improving after illness. Electify Star Lodge No 0 held rites for Brother John T Akerly with solemn ceremony and gifts acknowledging his long service. Akerly praised as a steady, generous citizen facing illness and aging. Abr A Dawis retires to his home after neck surgery. friends wish him rapid recovery. Miss Deskle Robinson ill. Mrs Coon slightly hurt. M rs Alera Wilson back from holiday. W H Stone visits friends from Waynerly.
A quiet wedding occurred Friday evening as Miss Etta Covey married Mr. Nicholas G. McRown at Covey residence, with Rev. M S Godshall officiating. The bride, eldest daughter of Mer Pulaski Covey, was active in church work and well regarded. Miss free Snooke and Miss Berriean were present in Scranton on Tuesday evening.
Miss Sallie Revels of Priceburg and George F B Walsh of Dunmore wed at St Patrick’s church with Rev Murphy officiating. They honeymoon in New York after a breakfast with relatives. The Union Repertoire presents a play and The Middleman at the Opera House with special effects. A double wedding in Blakely joins Mrs Anne Stewart and Frank Day and Martha Thadgeon with John Metlers. Turkey supper at Baptist church announces upcoming events.
Clinton B. Henry will present a illustrated talk on New York life and How the Other Half Lives at the Methodist Episcopal church Tuesday evening November 2. Admission is free. The Willing Workers' society sponsors the event with a reflection to follow.
A group of women and men named in a fragmented list are seen socializing in Bonne ton Metitdag Mie. The unclear text mentions Mrs FLOP and others enjoying a quiet afternoon together with light chatter and friendly conversation.
The Clark's Summit church community reports a Sunday gathering at the Methodist Episcopal church with the presiding elder present. New activities include a Christian Bible society meeting each Tuesday and a Sunday school class No 3 entertainment Friday featuring songs, readings, solos, and a monologue Aunt Jerushi Dow's Albina by Miss Nellie Alger. Tickets are twenty five cents.
Fragmentary report notes attendees at a religious gathering in an Episcopal church setting. Names such as Stephen Danian, Mage Boutin, and others appear, with references to months and dates in a local Methodist tradition. The oddly garbled text references parish activities and community figures without clear actions or outcomes.
The Sunset Limited resumes between New York Philadelphia and San Francisco for the 1901 02 season with daily Washington and southwestern routes. It features dining parlors sleeping cars observation and a library car plus special lounge and bar facilities on the train from New York to New Orleans and San Francisco. Charles I Hopkins district passenger agent Philadelphia will handle lease arrangements and communications.
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