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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1895

Page

5

Tragic Burns Claim Life of Mrs Agnes Mullen in Stanton Street

Mrs Agnes Mullen wife of Patrick Mullen of Stanton Street died after burns suffered when a lamp flame ignited her clothing as she moved a quilt for her children. Neighbors and Dr Sullivan attempted to ease her agony but she died after a night of intense suffering with her husband summoned to the scene. She was 25 and funeral is set for tomorrow at 2 PM with interment in Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery. Also reports on State Retail Liquor Men convention planning a broad campaign against the Brooke high license law and the formation of an executive committee to lobby Harrisburg for a revised liquor statute.

Academy of Marletham Misa Tucker John Cadden van Street Price St. Paul's Church Archbald Arthur Curtis Lackawanna Hospital Gould Building Court House I. H. Burns Jermyn Nathaniel Depew Burns George A. Smith Abington Tabernacles London Street J. Pevericht Thorn Jones Scranton Minnie Plage Dunmore Max Endruhn Ag- Pfui Edw'n Davies Anes Hi Jenkins West Side Val J. Malburg Jessie McDonnell Branton City Hall Albraccht Jacob Ward Sransom Charles Levy Millar Ward Boland South Side Buffalo E. P. Rage Lee Agnes Mullen Patrick Mullen Stanton Street Mrs. Finnerty Delaware,Lackawanna and Western Nay Aug Hich Works Jean Music Hall Yeste General State Committee Harrisburg Richard Patterson P. H. Nolan C. J. Andrews Chalema League J. H. Williams Haaleton D. P F. Finneran Carbondale Arthur Mellon Alex Miller Hugh Keny Chares Sauer W. Weber Philadelphia J. J. Flannaghan Anton Schuler Pittsboro H. F. Ballster Allegheny City W W. Lewis Mahanoy City Henry German Wilkes-Barre T. T. Hunkle Allentown M. J.ryan Susquehanna W. M. Boyle New Brighton Gottlob Reidel Erle D. Howard Zerby Williamsport Charles J. Andrews Titusville

New Physical Director Jeanette Adams Welcomed at YWCA

The YWCA on Washington avenue hosted an informal reception for Jeanette Adams the new physical director. Attendees included YWCA board members gym class members and representatives from the YMCA headed by General Secretary George G. Mahy Mrs Mahy Hoff and Professor Chance. Adams outlined her class schedule with sessions for ladies and children including beginners and advanced groups across Monday Tuesday Thursday and Saturday slots.

Young Women's Christian Association Washington Avenue Jeanette Adams Young Men's Christian Association George G. Mahy Mahy Hoff Chance

The Theaters Last Night In Scranton

Joseph Murphy starred in Shaun Rhue at the Frothingham with warm praise from the audience. Kerry Gow will be produced tonight as Murphy’s popularity continues. Miss Fither Tucker’s Queena impressed at the Academy of Music with a double curtain call after act three. A matinee offers souvenirs for ladies and children, and Retribution tonight features the local firemen in a parade from the Crystal Engine House. Very Lith Money at Economy’s clothing department sells on credit.

Joseph Murphy Shaun Rhue Frothingham Ferber Crystal Engine House Academy

Tribune Help Wanted Ad Offers Free Public Notice

The Tribune advertises free notice for help or a situation, phrasing suggests no charge and emphasizes simple wording for public attention. The fragment hints at a generic classified style and community service aim.

Leader Opens New Dry Goods Store With Press Open House

Scranton’s Leader store invites reporters to inspect a lavish two day opening. The event showcases millinery cloaks silks furs and dress goods while Misa Shimer fits Her Majesty's Corset. The renovation includes bright lighting ventilation and accessible counters.

Liebeck & Corln Misa Shimer Leader

September 1890 Weather Report Highlights Heat and Drought

H E Paine local observer for Lackawanna county reports September as the hottest in twenty five years with a 95 degree peak on September 21 and only four rainy days. Rainfall totaled 21-10 inches, twenty two clear or cloudy days, eight overcast days, and a single nine tenth inch storm. overall month marked by arid conditions and rapid temperature swings.

H. E. Paine United States Meteorological Bureau Washington, D Lackawanna County Madison Avenue Uncle Sam Washington Meteorological Bureau Paine

The Midnight Flood at Davis Theatre Opens Oct 3

The Midnight Flood drama comes to Davis Theatre for three nights starting Thursday October 3 with daily matinees. It draws audience interest from the outset and sustains it through a deft plot that defies easy definition, earning comparisons to Jim the Penman.

Jim the Penman Davis’ Theater

Low rate excursion to Niagara Falls offered Oct 7

A low rate excursion to Niagara Falls runs Monday October 7 with departure from Borinton at 4 a.m. and arrival at the Falls at 8 p.m. Fare is $1. Tickets are valid for return on any train through October 11.

Niagara Falls Tran Borinton The Falls

One Remedy For Kidney Liver And Bladder Troubles

Statement claims almost all people have some kidney liver or bladder trouble and warns of serious disease if untreated. Promotes Warner's Safe Cure as the sole remedy and advises asking a druggist physician or friend for it.

Warner

Chautauqua Study At Elm Park Church Beginning New Year

Elm Park church Chautauqua circle met in church parlors last night and elected officers for a new year. Gi L Reynolds was named president, Charles Genter vice president, and Miss Marjorie Munson secretary. Reynolds was re-elected. The program marks the American year of study, covering history, politics and related topics as part of a four year cycle meeting Tuesdays through next summer.

Elm Park Circle Chautauqua Literary and Scientific Elm Park Church Gi. L. Reynolds Charles Genter Marjorie Munson Reynolds Chautauqua

Local Sales and Notices Highlight Community Events

Auction of twenty five horses at Cusick's stable Scranton set for Tuesday Oct 1. Annette Reynolds and Miss appeal for piano students at John Raymond Institute and School of Music on Nicolwton Street. Economy clothing department invites attention with pay as you please offer at 25 Wyoming Avenue. Nickel Plate Road promotes low rates and good service with souvenirs to purchasers. Local help wanted and situation wanted ads are free in the Tribune.

Annette Reynolds School of Music and Nicolwton Spruce Street Cusick Scranton W. Tt. Moore

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