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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 30, 1897

Page

9

Funeral services for Mrs Jon Davia held at West Scranton

Funeral cortege accompanies the late Mrs Jon Davia to Peres Ain Cemetery after a service led by Rev. TD. PL Jones of the Tabernacle Congregational Church. The Welsh segment and remarks by Rev. J. B. Sweet were part of the rites. pallbearers named and remains interred with honors. Numerous notices follow about local residents and visitors to and from Scranton, with church and social contacts listed.

Mra Jon Davia Allernown Jsekeon New PL Jones Tabernacle J. B. Sweet Simpven Methodist Church Lome Peres Ain Pest Edward Irie Klegeor Jenkins Frmnid Rogers Rehr Thowioxs Willian E Retortinl Reese Lloyd Bis de Pork Pather Mathew Society Co-operative Hall Joh McTiernan Luserne Street Ina G. Beddoe George FB. Reynolds West Side Hospital Toberta North Matin

Obituary: John Mofiernan Dies After Long Illness In Hyde Park

John Mofiernan of It lLusorne stint died Sunday after a prolonged illness. Born in County Cennaveh Ireland in 1872 he moved to the area years ago and lived at a local residence with his family. He was active in Catholic fraternal and charitable groups and leaves a large family including Peter Mary Rigen Weber Laynett Mira and many others.

John Mofiernan lLusorne Aerionnoud Seine the Tribune Rene Tiepten Amony Mores Weyler Iospigel Setive Lopmh Hyde Park County Cennaveh Ireland Peter Mary Rigen al

Friends of Trent Sent bilge Enjoy Evening Event

A large gathering of Trent Sent bilge friends, numbered 40, were entertained in Atloniennn Tre Tyvirites area with music and socializing. The event featured speakers, songs, and a program introducing community members and noting upcoming activities.

Friends of Trent Bilge Bengemin Amaine Veara Eheirnmuin

Parish notices and social events at Washburn Street church

December activities include patrolmen and church members hosting a ball for friends and a reception after a dance class. The Bilie class No 4 of Washburn Street Presbyterian taught by F.E. Stevens plans an entertainment this evening with refreshments.

Liewtennet Williams West Scrupton Marker Hurre Deneo Evans Pevere Bagt Aneker Strenin Elise Mowe’ Hall Washburn Street Fe. A. Stevens Colla Caee North Mainavert Eetelie Williamy LA Sorinie Strest de Waele de Waele Strleet Stadiopss Yas Teyihay Werning Sherk Yorviess

Puritan Congregation plans new Sunday services and church fair

Local notices report Parker Street resident Jisee Perry visiting relatives in Duryea and others returning from Pike County. The Puritan Congregational Church votes to start Sunday evening services at Toofclowk, with the church fair set for December 17 at Company HW Armory. Special Welsh Baptist meetings led by Rev. Wor Davids run nightly with speakers J R Hughes and Rev Dr Harris among others. The Loyal Nights of Averton plan winter entertainment at Osterhouts Ball on West Market Street. Community notices include a dental clinic by Dr. Wida Garrison and various school and lodge programs with performances by local quartettes and choirs.

Jisee Perry Parker Street Duryea Connolly New York City Vieitel Mira M. Carson Finley Rose Simon Jones David Jones Pike County Puritan Congregational Church Toofclowk HW Armory West Market Street

Funeral and court notices from a local city page

Funeral services were held for George Houston of 15 Cohard Street at St Peters Cathedral with interment in Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery. Daniel Hayes funeral planned, a requiem Mass at St Peters Cathedral with Hyde Park interment. James Curey injured by a rail on the South Mill charging floor. fines issued to sewer workers. Michel Finnegan arrested for drunkenness and discharged after appearance. no show by spouse.

South Mill James Curey Meech Street John Billard Mere George Houston Cohard Street St. Peter's Cathedral Hyde Park Michel Finnegan Stone Avenue Wiswitht Dianiet Hayes Hi Law T. Peters Hyde Park Cathollc Cemetery

Women’s Christian Temperance Union hosts mothers meeting

The Women’s Christian Temperance Union plans a mothers meeting at Mrs Prank Dosne’s home on New York Street this afternoon at 2. Inge DusneeY travels to New York. Mrs Join Willams and children return to Mansey Avenue from a visit with relatives in Peckwville. A Ridge birthday social is planned Friday evening at Ashbury church parlor under the Ladies Ald Bury.

Women's Christian Temperance Union Prank Dosne New York Strey Electric Avenue Mak Inge Dusneey New York Ells Willams Mansey Avenue Peckwville the Ridge Ashbury Ald Bury Joe Ftork Mailon Street Tunkhannor Fiackhons My'alo Tolph Pine Wrering Mike McCarty Wert Mra Dopue Tierajay Momnbera Unlor

Grain based beverage marketed for all ages

A damaged OCR-style note describes a grain based drink with mocha java flavor, claimed to be safe for children and adults. It emphasizes pure grains, strong aroma, and a rich bite, suggesting it functions as a beverage and food item. Consumers are urged to ask grocers for a product called TALS Lov.

Java

Local Produce Merchant Injured in Downpour Ruin

John Walsh of Cimere avenue sustains injuries as heavy rain damages the Aldwalley area. Connell street bridge painters finish work, leaving the white tower visible. Devotional services continue at St. Joseph's church with a sermon by Rev. Wather Snulter of Olyphant.

John Walsh Cimere Avenue Connell Street St. Joseph's Church Lev. Wather Olyphant

Obituary of William Weer and death of Gladys Bengough

William Weer of 7 North Bramley Avenue died at Moses Taylor Hospital last evening after an appendicitis. He was 45, born in Germany, came to this country in 1917 and worked as an engineer at Central Mines. Survived by two sons Herbert and Edward, two brothers Peter and Toohy Weber, and sister Mrs. Elisabeth Siebert. Funeral Thursday at Simpson church with interment at Washburn Street Cemetery. Also reported is the death of eight year old Gladys Bengough of Jermyn after a week with diphtheria.

William Weer Bramley Avenue Sted Moses Taylor Central Mines Wee Germany Tamnauqua Weert Berinton Herbert Edward O'Clonk Washburn Street Cemetery

Curious Facts About the Great Salt Lake

The Great Salt Lake is two feet lower than ever before in Utah's history and may become a freshwater inland sea as brine springs feed fewer salty outlets. Fresh water springs rise near East Antelope and elsewhere, while salt springs clog and alter the lake’s chemistry. Antelope Island stands, with the lake stretching across about fifty miles at its widest and covering roughly 2 000 square miles.

Great Salt Lake Utah East Antelope Beiming Lake Siringe Erea Great Salt Lake Hear Weber Jordan Waa

Buffalo and elk on government reserve amid lake changes

On Adams Avenue the government preserves about sixty buffalo and elk crossbred with Alderney cows. Islands such as Stanburys and Antelope Island host springs of salt and fresh water. The lake’s shifting shores threaten bathing towns like Lake Park, and old Indian tales claim the salt beds may later reemerge as white men depart.

Ante Telopeteland Alderney Knob Antelope Teland Marning

Sterilize Slates and School Supplies Urged

A Philadelphia editorial argues for sterilizing slate pencils and other student items after use to prevent disease spread. It cites public health benefits and parallels sterilization in medical settings to reduce infection risk.

Football Notes From The Tribune Whips Crescent

Buffaloes beat Crescent on a Sunday, December 5, as John Connor reports from the Tribune. The Duffaloes show promised schedule for upcoming week as Crescent seeks a rematch.

Crescent Tribune John Connor

Letters From The People Opinion Page Lineage

Letters from readers appear under this heading with writer names for publication. The Tritone does not bear responsibility for opinions expressed.

Burlesque Hostin Trouble Reported in 1497 Letter

Keliter of The Tritone notes one proprietor ill with illness and pressure to quit burlesque. Viat Air, Divi, and reference to an announced refusal to perform due to imparities, with timing on November 1. Wilbur Crafts of Befunton cited, date November 28, 1497.

Tim Yonlith Wilbur Crafts

Professional Directory Entry Highlights Local Practitioners

Dr Kay lists office at 98 Penn Ave with evening hours 1 3 and 7 9 p m focusing on diseases of women and children. D R Rep R ogle attorney in Mears Building at corner Washington Ave and April ice effect. telephone provided.

Kay Penn Ave Ee A D. BR Lavana Mears Building Washington Avenue

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