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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1902
Page
3
An unclear archival report from Carbondale describes a disputed theft case involving Levy and Verenetti at Alden Atkinson's office. The tale centers on copper wash holler tampering and a street confrontation, with Levy denying theft while Verenetti faces charges of larceny.
Report from the city describes a recent strike settlement easing street clashes and reducing work stoppages. Vendors and residents endured disruptions as negotiations concluded, ending days of tension and restoring normal activities in the community.
Miss A Josephine Follett and Ruth erford H Kinback formerly of Carbondale united in Scranton at the groom’s home. The ceremony featured Rev. Hoabert OV Pree and followed with a reception at the groom’s residence. Attendants included Miss Mabel Towers and prominent community members as well wishers expressed warmly.
A social afternoon hosted by Mrs. Oveduaal featured multiple games including a novelty ping pong section and a parody cue race. Guests enjoyed olives, cheese, and a variety of festive treats while displays and decor filled the rooms.
A telegram arrived last evening at the Big Rose parochial residence, signaling a possible development or message of local interest. Further details are not provided in the fragment.
An advertisement-style text touts Duffy's Malt Whisky as a health tonic. It lists supposed benefits, urges use for appetite and weight, and cites a New York address for orders. The piece includes an offer of free medical information and mentions government recognition.
The obituary notes the death of the brother of Very Te w and mentions prayers for the repose of the departed. It states relatives including Very Te w and his mother left for Kansas on Tuesday. The congregation of St Mose Hiweh plans prayers at the bedside and in the church with sympathy observed.
A long list of donors from Scranton and surrounding areas contributes to a hospital fund drive. The Women’s Auxiliary of Emergency might be highlighted for organizing support and thanking numerous individuals for their charitable gifts to aid patients. The piece emphasizes communal effort and gratitude for generous contributions to the hospital.
An advertisement touts Scott's Emulsion as a reliable help for consumption. It asserts the product increases weight and reduces coughing, though it hides the exact internal mechanism and mentions a lung effect. The copy invites readers to send for a free sample from Scott & Bowne.
Contractor G B Van Gorder of Ter race street fractured forearm after a plank dropped from a scaffold at the Purhor iy building in Binghamton. He fell to his side and remained unable to move his arm. he returned home last evening to recover for several days.
A fragment lists names such as Charles M. Downe, Dr. ox, AL Curley, Griffis, Hal ward, James, Loews Bara Peck, Ellery Rotters, Annie Devers, Mary Fluvithw, Hannah Ollespie, Jennie Sturm, Samily Mann, Mary Burns, Lizzie Made, B D Vanderburgh, Annie Wadia, and P M Thomas as recipients of remaining letters at the Cur Dothihire post office in October.
Rev Thomas B Paxtie of Scranton invites all interested in Universalism to attend Sunday service in Watts Upper. Mr Payne announces a talk on The Universalist Conception of Christ. Spell on the 12th will be used.
Peter Summers, a well known resident of DidaidalY, died at Emerigenes Hospital in the afternoon. The funeral will be held at 2 o'clock. Interment to follow at Maplewood Cemetery.
The column notes Christhin Temperince dinlow Willmet ty Wy has gone to Binghamton for work at a printing establishment. Dr FP Wager moved his office to the Bolton house on North Miln street from the Coughlin house. John J. Walsh returns from Scranton where he worked at the Dickson works. The Monart orchestra leader Willan Lanoth appears with Neuaers ore Chestra at Rienien's tah in dares. Several residents visited Winyte county and returned with four pheasure and three woodwork.
Moe W W Burke changes residence from Routh Millin Street to Routh Chiuvoh Street. Mero and Mee A W Mesivalds travel to New York City. Louise Wurts of Philadelphia visits relatives in the city. A young visitor from Serantuda to Carborniule for a case. Mary's years ago parents resided here. Father T F P Watts, civil and mining engineer, formerly with the Pennsylvanian company. Mise Allen Wescutt of Wilkes-Barre visits town. Major from Alamagorte N Mr joins wife visiting her parents Mr and Mrs Angel Mitchell. Mr and Mrs Major and family expect to leave for southern home next week. Mrs J B Hoyt of Johnstown also mentioned.
A string of short notices reports former city residents returning home after visits. Ruth Dilts of Belmont Street came back from a weeks long stay, Miss Helen Mitchell returned from Cian Street, Anni and Rose Tinker from Uniondale visited Isabelle Mitchell, and Delia Bayles returned after weeks away. Others remain elsewhere or confined at home as noted in brief social notices.
Local clergy and parishioners anticipate Jermany Mayfield returning from an extended vacation. Tess Muaon and BR Thompson of the First Baptist church are noted in related attendance and leadership circles.
A Wednesday evening gathering on Laeckuawoline street featured refreshments and group chatter. Attendees included Miss Flolen Powell Linian Jenkins May Davie Lucy Steed Helen Jones Anita Lewis Madeline Moate Leta Tinsley Anita Jones Lula Richmond and others with names listed among guests. A Kingsbury lodge meeting and Nellie Thvan’s return from a visit to Bordon were noted.
Fragmentary obituary style item notes the funeral of Opie Mate Mies with scattered names and places. Mentions Muliwun, Olyphot, Jevnoya, and Washington as readable anchors, with references to a Captain and daughter Carolyne and a Robert Prous seen in town earlier.
Notice that water service will be turned off today for all consumers south of Cirove street for three hours. The Independent Political Club of the Sixth ward met at James' hall with sixty members, electing officers led by President David H. Davis and Secretary Thomas Cook.
The article notes a wedding planned for Miss Bladen Willd and Mr. Williams, with guests including Miss Mildred Sinemaker and Miss Bladen, in a community ceremony. It mentions travel to New York for a related event, a departure for a new home, and sentimental observations from neighbors about the couple’s plans.
Lackawanna Railroad announces a special excursion train from Wilkes-Barre to Scranton and return on Tuesday October 21 to serve Mme Sembrich Concert attendees at the Armory Scranton. Stations and times listed with a single round trip fare. Trolley cars meet the returning train to simplify transfers for Wilkes-Barre patrons.
Union railroad offers special round trip tickets from Lehigh Valley to Cleveland for the general missionary convention October 21 to 34. Tickets are $10.00 and valid for return through October 27, excluding the Black Diamond express. See ticket agents for details.
A travel notice announces a "special round-trip" excursion from Buffalo on October 28 to allow eastern observers to witness the alleged preneit advantages of weetorm tari dite. Mr OB. Pity, agent, Noott Min street, Buffalo, NL, will handle inquiries and ticketing.
The text describes a New York City event with a fall exposition and mentions a return fare from a local point to Carbon dite with price 445. It references travel on a Monday in October and an express route along the Hudson, seeking details for further information from EL Wels and I. PA. Bera fou.
Fragmented OCR text lists many personal names and places including New York and Scranton. It references meetings, a schedule, and various individuals such as Mrs Vofi Bull, Quenny, and Jose Aine, with unclear roles. The passage lacks coherent actions or dates, yielding only scattered identifiers and potential event mentions.
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