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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 11, 1902

Page

5

Despondent Woman Tries Poison. Constable Intervenes at Smith Home

A despondent woman, fearful of disgrace, attempted to drink carbolic acid to end her life but was halted by Constable Moran. The incident occurred at George Washington Smith’s residence near Mayfield yard. She claims shame over her sister’s marriage to a colored man and seeks a home. she will be confined pending inquiry. The report also notes prior unrest with four jailed women and mentions unrelated lines about a coast visit and a bicycle rider's earnings.

Jali Michael Moran George Washington Smith Mayfield Yard Jermyn Smith

Interesting Career of the Funny Character with Rober Company

Edward Ryan of Evansville Indiana plays a rube street performer who entertains Cuarbondalians with bicycle stunts and street theater while insisting his act hides a sharp, witty personality. He tours the continent, speaks of self made wealth, and notes he shaved only twice in two years.

Juyhawker Rube Edward Ryan Evansville Indiana Ryan Thas Mat Kiyan Dan Daly Tribune Tin Cain

Foods That Restore Nerve Power and Vigor

A first person testimony extols Postum foods from Battle Creek Michigan, claiming scientifically made foods restore nerves, boost energy, and enable work and rest. The author describes fatigue, travel hardships, and how Postum helped regain appetite, sleep, and overall well being.

Court Lily Foresters of America Aid Needy Members

The Foresters plan a relief session to help members struggling to pay dues amid strikes and idleness. A smoker and impromptu talk are planned, with a pleasant evening anticipated at Olive Leaf lodge hall.

Court Lily Foresters of America Foragera Amero Bealdea Othera Tonleht Foresters Olive Leuf Lodae Hall

George Kimball Honored by Bangor Maine Townspeople

Bangor Maine residents praised George Kimball for literary and civic worth at a ceremony reported by the Bangor Daily Commercial. The Bangor society elected him president of its literary group, honoring his prior leadership and long service. Felicitations flowed from Carbondale where he is highly regarded.

Bangor Maine Dninijuet Mrr Winball Kitahbadi Kimball Banger Commercial Alr. Kimball Mimball Bangor Society Carbondale

Berean Baptist Church Hosts 1040 Morning Service

A Sunday morning service at Berean Baptist Church features an 1040 clock service with a sermon titled The Compositions of Old Age by the pastor. Rev. W. TL Grow of this city, celebrating his eighty six birthday, will speak on How Life Looks at Mehty six. Deacon PLS. Joslin, active in his thirty sixth year, will take a prominent role. Carriages will pick up and return old people wishing to attend, with names requested to be sent to the parsonage today.

Berean Baptist Church W. TL. Grow Pls Joslin

Detectives Pursue Missing Goods Through Carbondale Stores

Wigtnayl detective Constable Lauyette Siolih arrived in town chasing a shipment load of chestnut and other merchandise. A pursuit ended with a Monosit victory and items seized in Carbondale stores as the thief fled with a portion of the merchandise.

Lauyette Siolih Wigtnayl Spe Carbondale

Dominick Barkin Noted Local Figure in Carbondale

Dominick Barkin, recently associated with Singer's Park Clothing and Turks & Duty, is newly connected to Carbondale. He previously belonged to a local fiscal team and hails from John A. Collins Clothing Store in Berunton, with ties to Hiulesteon.

Dominick Barkin Singer's Park Clothing Howe Mr Barkin Carbondile Turks & Duty John A. Collins Clothing Store Berunton Dee

District Poputy Iduae Stoger with in Blul the officers

An evening event at Cambrian hall on South Church street features officers of the lodge and Independent order of Odd Fellows. The program, expenses, and details are to be announced this evening.

Imbehan Lodge Odd Hollows Cambrian Hall South Church Street

Derean Baptist Church Rally Day Plans

Tonorow will rally day in the Sabbath school at Derean Baptist church. An interesting programme will be observed as the fund drive is anticipated to succeed.

Birthday Party For Henry Wellbreck On Washington Street

A pleasant birthday party was tendered Henry Wellbreck of Washington Street Thursday night. A number of young kin assembled and spent merry evening with games and amusements. Dainty refreshments were served.

Henry Wellbreck Washington Street Gunna

List of Attendees Names From Unidentified Event

Those present were Misses Genevieve Gillis Alaine Meddoe lately Colvin Pina Woody Mesare Edgar Rievne Peter Whyte James Pool Adam Sehal Prank dlerberte and Jotwinte Seba.

Genevieve Gillis Alaine Meddoe Lately Colvin Pina Woody Mesare Edgar Rievne Peter Whyte James Pool Adam Sehal Prank Dlerberte Jotwinte Seba

Obsequies for Miss Mary Shannon and James Campbell

Funeral rites held for Miss Mary Shannon at St Rose Cemetery with a high mass of requiem led by Rev George Dixon and a large out-of-town turnout. James Campbell also laid to rest at St Rose Cemetery after a solemn high mass at St Jose Church with pallbearers listed from local towns.

Mary Shannon St. Roge George Dixon Purster T. B., Coffey V.i Edward Burke Hixleton Hey Father Dixon Joseph Marvin Chaniel Py Byrne Frank A. Collins Joseph Poweerly Edward J Shannon Thoms Shannon Joseph Githool Andrew O'Connell Colonel Food Fitzsimmons John Mitersimmons Mr.o St. Rose Church Walter Charman St. Rose Cemetery James McHile Peter Sheridan Mott. Cavanaugh Martin Gerrits John Doudtenn Patchelk Scanlon Thomas Grier James Bartley Mary Golden Thomas Sherlock Mamie Newark N.oj Et Mar A. FF. O'Boyle Scaaminton James Campbell Whyte Noo 4 St. Tose Church

James Finnegan of Pike Street Dies in Typhoid Fever

James Finnegan, a Carbondale native living on Pike Street, died at Emergency Hospital from typhoid fever after returning from New York City. He was about thirty years old and is survived by his mother Mrs Ann Finnegan, brother Michael, and sister Mrs Rafferty. The funeral will be held this afternoon with the cortege leaving at 3 o'clock. interment will follow at Rose Cemetery.

James Finnegan Pike Street New York City Finnegan Carbondale Die Ann Fhinegain Michael Jon Evans Charlotte Pettigrew Dehiowire Street Welock Olyhhant Virginia George Vannan Parnella Mvllans Virginis Delaware Street Errow Catholic Young Men's Total Oclock J. Haughton Tiencelag Shareh Tonerrow Shevld Spence Mere Tiler Mihm Mary Shaviirion Tar Wrondinhe Dernedins Foew Miaughton

Local religious group forms new chapter amid urban renewal efforts

A newly organized men’s society within the Brotherhood at Andrewood Php establishes a local chapter focusing on religious work. Founders include Lamorrow Terning and George Emmett as the group plans gatherings and community activities despite early organizational challenges.

Brotherhood Andrewood Php Fendanow

Wagon collision on Maple Avenue injures none

A wagon overturned after hitting a pole near Maple Avenue in a morning incident. The driver and passenger were scarcely harmed with only minor bruises reported.

Collage Athletic Club Faces Swiftwinds In Close Battle

The Collage Athletic club, a top football eleven, prepares for a contest with the Swiftwinds at Oak. Officials say there is little weight difference between the squads, but Swiftwinds’ fast backs aim to balance the field for a tight game.

Collage Athletic Club

Powderly Resident Lying Critical After Night Incident

Patrick J. Lension of Powderly street lies critically ill at home after a late night incident. Authorities report little hope for recovery as details remain sparse and investigators pursue possible causes.

Patrick J. Lension Powderly Street Mr. Len

Well known assistant foreman at the No Linines

A well known figure served as assistant foreman at the No Linines for years, earning recognition in the local industry.

The No. Linines

Vs. Walker Is Home After Weeks in Boston Mass

John McLane of Olyphant visits relatives in Boston. James Boylan, president of Columbia Hose Co, attends the big firemen’s celebration in Middletown New York.

T. Vs. Walker Boston Mass John McLane Olyphant James Boylan Columbia Ilose Company Middletown N. Y New York

Progressive whist party ends with prizes and a death

Mr and Mrs Frank Hemelright hosted a large progressive whist evening on Second Street. Mrs Townsend of Carbondale won the chief prize for the highest average across twenty games. W I Houghton earned the gentlemen’s top prize. a booby prize went to a known local businessman. The event included refreshments and social diversions. Also noted is the death of Miss Kate Champion at 17 from typhoid fever, with funeral arrangements announced for Lonorrow.

Frank Hemelight Second Street Townsend Carbondale W. I. Houghton Hemelright F. J. Freas H. D. Carey Thomas Hunter Alfred Griffiths D. Davis John Mellon H. O. Barrett John Gibbs Mix W.T. Roberts W. L. Houghton Airs Misses Grace Gertrude Wall Emma Moon Cora Davis Currie Murray Dorothy Tennis John B. Chriffiths Robert Freas Allin Fry Henry Hem Vinetondale Kate Champion Champion West Mayfield Mehl George Stennie Thomas Mingauel

Women’s Christian Temperance Union Elects Officers

In Moscow the Women’s Christian Temperance Union held a meeting yesterday afternoon. Officers named for the coming year are President Mrs. M. W. Vaughn, Vice President Mrs. Anna Swirl, Corresponding Secretary Mrs. Mary DePew, Recording Secretary Mrs. Showmaker, Librarian Mrs. Elizabeth Sayre. An entertainment at the Independent Order of Odd Fellows hall this evening will charge admission of a cent with proceeds to the Methodist Episcopal church hymnals. Miss Rachel Van Brunt has returned from New York where she visited relatives. Dr. J. W. Lamoreau of Stroudsburg was in town with a caller yesterday. Mrs. Maury Posten visited trends in Green Ridge last week.

Women's Christian Temperaire Union M. W. Vaughn Anna Swirls Mary DePew Elizabeth Sayre Order of Odd Fellows’ Hall Methodist Episcopal Church Rachel van Brunt New York 3. W. Lamoreaus Stroudsboro Maury Posten Green Ridge

Special Excursion Fares to Portland by Lehigh Valley Railroad

Special excursion rates to Portland Maine and return via the Lehigh Valley Railroad due to the National Woman's Christian Temperance Union. Tickets on sale October 13 to 16 from Philadelphia and Scranton routes with extensions possible by ticket deposit and a small extra payment. See ticket agents for details.

Portland Lehigh Valley Railroad National Woman's Christian Temperance Union Chestnut Street Philadelphia Scranton Particulis, A

Wisconsin Central Railroad Low Fare Tickets Available

Beginning September 1 and daily until October 61 the Wisconsin Central offers greatly reduced tickets from Chicago to Montana Thpho Oregon Washington and British Columbia. For details contact nearest ticket agent or W H Allen D PLA 2d Park Building Pittsburgh PA or James Pond general passenger agent Milwaukee WI.

WCL Wisconsin Central Railroad Chicago Montana Oregon Washington British Columbia W. H. Allen Park Building Pittsburg James «. Pond Milwaukee Wis

Special excursion train tickets on dates announced

Special excursion tickets will be sold for all trains on the above dates good for return within five days from date of sale. Round trip fares are five dollars for adults and two fifty for children ages three to twelve or two years.

New Jersey Court Sale Excursion To New York Planned

An October 11 notice outlines a New Jersey court excursion to New York with stated prices and return options. Details are unclear due to OCR errors but reference to tickets, dates, and a district official.

Page OCR Lost on Transit Dealings in New Jersey

Fragmented text references a deal with the New Jersey Central railroad, round trip terms, and prices. Mentions Philadelphia, Currie Dealers protective association, and a series of unclear figures. No coherent events or quotes are discernible.

Currie Dealers’ Protective Association Hell Philadelphia New Jersey Central Railroad

Local Notes From Smoots and West Pittston

Smootsic Miss Genevieve Behoonover and friends joke about a newborn in town. Mrs John Watking teases over the new daughter of Tytus, who has just returned from Thogu. Mrs J C Perry visited Berranton yesterday. At the Methodist Sidecepal service, WY Edwarde will report on the Henk pastors and Laymen's convention held at Weet Piliston. Afterwards a Sunday school rally day planned with an address to scholars and teachers. Samuel Aliemus and James Higgins depart for New York for ten weeks. Mrs Janes de of Allentown visiting parents Alp and Myrk Jol Willard.

Genevieve Behoonover Orange Aly John Watking Drughtter John Tytus Thogu J.C. Perry Berranton WY. A. Edwarde Weet Piliston Weal Pittston Messia Samuel Aliemus W James Higgins New York Janes de Allentown Alp Myrk Jol Willard

Local Notices and Social Updates From Dalton Area

The Dalton community reports routine notices including lectures, church events, and visiting relatives. Several items note upcoming services at local churches, school activities, and visits by residents to and from Allentown and New York City, with community members named in passing.

Exclusive Winter Wool Fashion Sale Promises Elegance

A white winter trend is noted with white waist fashions. The ad announces exclusive sale of several handsome designs in wool and wash fabrics.

Local Notes and Social Visits Amid Church Services

Ansioly ami tis Antidote is mentioned as part of the evening sermon subject. Maui's Supreme Paty Mis and Patinte L Dershimer of Wyone ing Seminary are visiting with TRiwents. Ita Kresge hosts Mus Vu Brakeliem from Cresco Mic. Don W Dershimer leaves for Moses Taylor hospital for treatment. A. L. Cooper visits Middle town N. Mrs XS.T. Purdy visits her son Wallon. In Scranton Mr and Mrs We IR, Mice, and ann Kieu are noted in local social exchanges.

Maui Patinte L. Dershimer Wyoneing Seminary Ita Kresge Cresco Mic Don W. Dershimer Yestereday Moses "Taylor Tena K. A. L. Cooper Middle, Town Xs.t. Purdy Wallon Scranton Ane Ann Kieu Whales

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