City Notes and Local Happenings in Scranton
City notes report a new Gospel tabernacle charter approval, H H Boeldlerman to open a Washington avenue store December 1 with a poster show, and Thanksgiving day windows and mail services at the post office. Also listed are meetings at Sim Park church, a Talley family reunion, turkey supper for fifteen, scientific lectures in Music Hall, a missing boy case, jury wheel filling, charity sewing events, a funeral, a new Brighton city plot name contest, a mental health hearing, and a St Stanislaus church charter petition in Scranton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epworth League
Lomsgut
Sim Park Church
Talley
Waverly
James ( Bailey
Grace Bailey
Music Hall
Charles Watts
George W. Booty
Seeuliva
Joseph Zigelents
Vdelayware and Hudson
dJudee KW
Archbald
J. J. Mann
Gla’ Friendly Society
Luke's Church
Golf Tourney Opens At Country Club Links
Today's handicap golf meet at the Country club opens this morning with entries from Indy and gentlemen players. A list shows many entrants up to 6 o clock last evening including Atherton Stilwell Jermyn Idair Hedges and others. The club house formally opens Saturday afternoon with ladies serving from 3 to 5. Dr McDowell listed. Foot Ball Thanksgiving Day Scranton vs Wyoming Seminary at Baseball Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Atherton
F. H. Stilwell
George
F. H
BF. B. Jermyn
Jams Idair
Thomas R
George G
John Hooks
M. J
F.C
L. Bo
L. Fuller
George and Charles Sanderson
T. H. Watkins
J. W. Decker
Poe Helin
A. H. Storrs
H. J. Anderson
James McLeod
Frank Sililman
George Griffith
A. E B. Hand
R. Bedford
W. J. Torrey
F. Whitmore
W. Hager
the Country Club
Scranton
Wyoming Seminary
Four Men Attack Watchman in Priceburg Store Raid
Watchman John H. House was beaten by four men at the Johnson Coal store in Priceburg at 2:30 am. He fired, wounding Joseph Gilgallon in the neck and William Kelley in the leg. Gilgallon sustains a fatal wound while Kelley is not in danger. Other suspects Peter McLoughlin and Anthony Bernrefacy fled. Gilgallon previously had a prior shooting incident with a constable. House, a 50-year-old veteran, is hospitalized with multiple injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Kelly
Gilgalton and
Kelley
John H. House
Johnson Coal Company
Priceburg
Joseph Gilgallon
William Kelley
Gilgallon
Gibraltan
House
McLaughlin
Hichard Biarron
Bernefshy
Drea
Cilgallon
Gilealion
Richard Barrin
F. HM. House
Eynon Street
West Side
Main Avenue
Jackson Street
Brooklyn
N. Y
Tribune
L. A. Lindabury
Johnson
Howse
Othe
Thanksgiving Observance And Church Services Listed
Thanksgiving Day observances are announced for railroad workers and families at 55 Lackawanna Avenue with a 3 PM concert and program. Additional services occur at North Main Avenue Protestant church First Presbyterian church and Trinity Lutheran church with choirs, anthems, recitations, solos, and benediction led by local clergy and musicians.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stailroad
Young Men's Christian Association
Lackawanna Avenue
Wolie
Bauer's
Ch. M. Marth
Bower, Bey
Annual social and dances of Scranton clubs and unions
The tenth annual hall of Scranton Typo graphical union No. 12 held a successful night of dance with 28 numbers as Lawrence orchestra played. John Kernan led ceremonies. many committees managed events across multiple venues including Siegel's Dancing Academy and Mears' hall. Other events included John Boyle O'Reilly council Young Men's Institute social with ~200 attendees and Turn-Verein Ton Ton social at Turne hill Dome. various committees listed. Thanksgiving social of Scranton Athlete club held at Germania hall with committee members named and a Thanksgiving supper planned at Dunmore Presbyterian church. Miss Carolyne V. Dorsey advertised as elocution teacher.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hall of Scranton Typographical Union
Excelsior Hall
Lawrence Orchestra
John Kernan
William Holtham
William Jansen
John Donnelly
George Quinn
A. Cahoon
Joseph Gibbons
Jeane Harris
M. J. Plaherty
Edward Cusick
J. J. B. York
Joseph Oliver
James O'Connor
James Madden
Alfred Twining
J. Kohnstamm
Join Kernan
Burke
Frank Evans
William Browning
Harry Schell
Are Sherman
Jay H. Eaton
A. J. Langan
Asl
John Boyle
F. L. McGraw
James Gaynor
Edward O'Malley
William FF
McGee
John HH
Finard Omalley
Providence
Edward Morris
Thomas May
William McHale
Bart Leonard
aEwen Mahon
Edward O'Donnell
R. Kennedy
Turn-Verein
Turnee Hill Doaneloe
Nellie Curran
Karl Stalver
Nelson Teets
Edewart Wall
Henry Wockroth
Edward Ki¢ele
Charles EB. House
Obituaries Notice for Higeing and Mulligan
In Dickson City this morning James C. Higeing died aged TM years. Survived by a wife and eight children. Funeral Saturday at 2 p.m. interment Priceburg cemetery. In Scranton Mrs. Michael Mulliean died November 24 aged 9. Funeral Friday morning Te Deum Mass at St Peters Cathedral. Interment Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery.
Will Be Closed All Day Thursday Thanksgiving Day
A notice states the establishment will be closed for the entire day on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday November 26, due to the holiday. No business actions or events are listed beyond the closure.
Swindling Case Ties West Side to Ongoing Scams
A large-scale swindle tale centers on H H Howard who claimed to work for Escott of Honesdale. Police trace him in Lackawanna Avenue arrest with ties to a building andloan stock scheme affecting 60 to 70 victims across West Side and Dunmore. Escott, later linked by warrant, faced pursuit and jail transfer attempts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West Side
Providence
Bellevue
Dunmore
H. H. Howard
Lackawanna Avenue
Sluggerty
Millar
Howard
RK. EB. Escott
Honesdale
John Tierney
Escott
Alderman Millar
Esecott
Oliver Thorney
Tierney
Bacatt
Eing
Thorney
Feot
Security Building and Savings Union
Albert Ball
Mears
Tom Jordan
Torough
Fifth Avenue
Job Whitehouse
Frink Street
Patrotee Haggerty
Eacott
Bonta Seeks 15000 Damages From Col H M Boles
Inventor J W Ponta sues Col H M Boles for 15000 in damages claiming Boles as bondsman for Berlin Tron Bridge Co caused losses. The case notes attachment against Ponta begun July 27 and quashed November 1, forcing Ponta to defend and incur costs. Damages cited include stock depreciation, business crippling, and damaged credit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. M. Boles
J. W. Ponta
Prvan
Haleslander & Vosburg
Mr. Bota
Colonel Boles
Berlin Tron Bridge Company
Mr. Lonta
Mar Fonta
Tonta
Honta Glass
City Defends Against Lackawanna Township Equity Suit
City Solicitor James H. Torrey filed Scranton's answer to Lackawanna Township's equity complaint. He argues no statute grants court jurisdiction for the relief sought and that the city should not pay or levy tax for township indebtedness that was once within the township. He contends there is no equitable basis to compel the city to fund or tax the property formerly in the township.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James H. Torrey
Pryor
Lackawanna
Bellevue Helghia
Mrr
Torrey Saye
Scranton
General Treasury
Lackawanna Township
Kinsley Investigation May Resume With Evidence On Stand
Reports indicate the Kinsley Investigation may continue tomorrow evening with Street Commissioner testifying. An understanding last Saturday suggested the session would occur at the convening of Mr. Kinsley’s counsel to review already submitted evidence. Thanksgiving intervened and subpoena delays were possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burns
Watson
Kinsley
Ramsey
Last Tax Day Draws Heavy Traffic At City Treasury
Taxpayers filled the city hall all day on the final deadline to pay city and school taxes without penalties. About 5 000 passed through the window to the receiving clerk, with roughly 125 000 due for 06, and only about 7 000 unpaid. Delinquents face collection after mid February. totals include penalties rising to 7 percent by Feb 1. City Treasurer Holand says receipts meet expectations. poor tax and other local collections also noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holand
Tribune
Wade M. Finn
City Treasureus
Dunmore
Crystal Laundry Ad Highlights Services and Hours
Advertisement notes thorough washing ironing and starching at Crystal Laundry with experienced help. Mentions Twining the optician at 125 Penn Avenue in Harris' drug store and hours from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Twining
Penn Avenue
Harris’ Drug Store
To Cure No Cold in One Day Claim
An old advertisement touts Iaxative Bromo Quinine tablets promising cure in one day. It offers a full refund if the remedy fails and lists a price of 25 cents. The copy emphasizes quick relief and pharmacist accessibility.
Children Coats Featured at Baby Bazaar on Spruce Street
A dainty line of children coats is showcased at the Baby Bazaar located at 512 Spruce Street. Shoppers browse a selection of small coats suited for chilly days and seasonal wear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baby Bazaar
Spruce Street
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Norman & Moore Fire Insurance
Wyoming Ave
the Lackawanna
A. B. Warman
City Notes
Dave’ Mhinewe
Michael Mullgan
UH Cupouse Avenue
St. Peter's Cathedral
Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery
New City
Delving Park
Nan “Hrighton
Colonel EL Hepple
George R. Clark
William Chiappell
John Courier Morris
Jourmiller
Martin Dold
John A. Gulle
Wo. Koller
John RK. Matthews
John Richariuon
John Beemer
Jatin Hoboger
Taylor
Lbs Slaters
Archball
Hoboger
Aust
St. Mary's
W. Stokes
Dr. McDowell
Adams Avenue
Joseph Gilgalton
the Watchman’s
Bessie Croft
Rose Huber
Bessie Schive
Minerva Hopp
Abbie Orff
Edward Swartz
David L. Davies
Schubert
T. W. Griffiths
Richard Brader
Christian Endeavor Societies
The
Brotherhood of St. Andrew
Baptist Young People’'s Union
Luther League
W. H. Stanton Worda
George G. Mahy
T. F. Wella
W. H. Crawford
A. D. Holland
James Hughes
F. H. Gerlock
W. H. Allen
Charles B. Douglass
St. Paul's Church Hall
Green Ridge
Macfarren
Schnecker
Vese Seraes Mig Powell
F. McGlennonu
Eay
Kathleen Mavourneen
Crouch
Millard Mra
J. Me‘Tague
Stura
Anna Durkin
Culbertson
Walthug
Millard Anus Villa
Annie Laurie
Scotchair
Wooler M. Sullivan
Madeline
Church of the Good Shepherd
Rev. F
Fallantine
St. Luke's Hospital
Bethlehem
Presbyterian Church
John DB. Worrall
North Main Avenue
Poeta Church
Mamie Evans
R. Robinson
Caleb
Hagel Hopewell
Lingle Pine
John Jones
Berechamon
May Simms
First Presbyterian Church
Dr. McLeod
Trinity Lutheran Church
E. K. Protheroe
Herbert D
TACO
EL Li. Miller & Et i di
Nig Vet Falramb Miss A. EB
Herbert
Benediction
A. E. Scheuer
Mears’ Hall
Rt. Patrick's Ladies Irish Catholic Benefit Union
Elle Cavanaugh
Margaret Carey
Lottie Regan
Stean Barrett
Ligghe Thurt
Mary Stott
Kathryn Gallagher
Austin Duty
Tinniel Reagan
FP. J. McCoy
Thomas Huret
John Durkin
Order of Hibernians
Murkc Hall
John W. McCormack
John J. Murrin
Loor
Pterew Purcell
J. C. Vaughan
John Mack
James T. McGinnis
German Ia Hell
Hell
Haydn Austin
Stmil Trown
Charlie G. Rosar
James P. Best
Robert Robinson
Peter Neals
Dunmore Presbyterian Church
Carolyne V. Dorsey
Enles
King of Pills
Beecham
Wyoming Avenue
R. E. Escott
Escott's
MR. Bonta
Sues Col. Boles
Bertin Iron Bridge Co
Mr. Torrey
Lackaswanna Township
Lohmann's
Young Ladies’ Society of the
Berry
Lackawanna Avenua
York
Powell
Music Store
JU. Bolz
Sawyer
Oneh
F& Manufacturer
Fyc
Orna
Faleatic
Tgc
Toe
Age
Ase
A. R. Sawyer
Wooming Avenue
Snyder
Om Spruce Bt
Tiotel Jermyn
China Hall
J. Weichel
Lackawanna Ave
Wyoming House
Alaska
Sable
Stone Marten
Hallacher
St. Langfeld
Ruppreght
Penn Ava Opp
Baptist Church
William S. Millar
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