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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1898

Page

6

West Scranton Events Highlight Peace observance and social

Exercises led by T. J. Jennings featured remarks on peace by Branch 97 and 4 of the Catholic Benevolent Association. A program included Recitation The Liberty Bell and war reminiscences by Captain B J McAndrew. Miss Rena Langan spoke on Our Brave Boys in Blue and gift presented to Captain McAndrew. Mrs McDonnell presided over arrangements and refreshments followed.

St. David's Hall Catholic Benevolent Association T. J. Jennings Messrs. Hale and Williams Henrietta Cummings B. J. McAndrew Rena Langan P. Jd. McAndrew Sarah Mec Donnell Cantain McAndrews Danning Kate Crossin McGool J. B. Conner John RB. Barrett Mise Sigele Carey P. J. ,McAndrew John R. Barrett John J. Sweeney Thomas J. Quinnan T. J. Kean Thomas J. Walsh Thomias P. McLain John J. McDermott

Krummer Couple Mark Fifth Anniversary With Party

Mr and Mrs Max Krummer hosted a large gathering at 118 North Lincoln avenue to celebrate the fifth anniversary of their marriage and mark this period with friends at their home.

T. J. Jennings Max Krummer Harriet Lewis North Lincoln Avenue

Obituary Notes and Social Gathering Details

The record lists attendees at a social event with families and friends including Milly Mayo Mayo D. Mayo N C Mayo Slate Hang Mayo Sailer Armbureat Kline Jersiinekt Lydia Carrie Saller Stern Thomas Arnold Baker Sinte Haag Renehler Thoras Thomas Burchell among others. Refreshments and vocal and instrumental selections marked the gathering.

Milly Bosley D. Mayo N.C. Mayo F. Slate Hang J. Mayo Mrs. Sailer Armbureat Kline Jersiinekt Mircen Lydia Carrie Saller Maud May Stern Mildred Thomas Mary Dean Gdeste Arnold Gertrude Baker Dessie Helen Sinte Adeline Haag Margaret Haag Jesele Styder Cora Annie Renehler Gertrude Thoras Arthur Thomas William Burchell

Funeral for Mrs Harriet Lewis Held Across City

A large attendance gathered yesterday for the funeral of Mrs Harriet Lewis of Washburn Street. Services began at the Morris residence and continued at Tabernacle Congregational Church on South Hyde Park Avenue with Rev. D F P Jones preaching in Welsh. Peter Roberts of Olympus spoke of her kindness and faith, and the choir performed. Interment followed at Washburn Street Cemetery. Pallbearers included Morgan Lake, Reese Lloyd, Thomas and Williams.

Harriet Lewis Washburn Street J. ¢. Morris Mnrdison Avenue Tabernacle South Hyde Park Avenue D. F P. Jones Tey Peter Roberts Olyphant Lewis Washburn Strees Morgan Lake Reese Lloyd Thomas Wiliams

Beavers Tie at Brickyard in Key Ground Football Game

In a tight Brickyard clash on a key ground, No 14 Beavers and No 43 aggregate tied 6 to 6 after two 15 minute halves. Baldwin sparked the game with a 30 yard TD run while Carson missed the extra point. Officials Dershimer Harrington Allen and Magovern presided over the contest.

No. 14 No. & School Baldwin Carson Dershimer Harrington Allen Magovern Beavers Coleman Fellows Thomas Stevens Dageer Williams Davis Debh Rosencrans Suerd McHugh Gibbs Lewis Gallagher Schimpff Simpson Scott Campbell

Globe Warehouse Flannel Waists Impress With Quality

Globe Warehouse promotes new flannel waists at $10 praised for comfort and sensible design. Designers and modistes have refined the summer shirt waist to offer charm, better materials, color blending, and high-class tailoring across three lines.

Menu notes and course plan for a social supper

The program lists toes and tomatoes with mayonnaise, cabbage salad, celery, tea, cake, fruit and coffee as the supper fare. A cohort programme is prepared to follow, with ice cream and cake served after. Attendees are promised a hearty welcome.

Public School No. 4 observes day with student papers

Principal Cruttenden led exercises as pupils read papers on the Battle of Monmouth by John Lockery and the Siege of Yorktown by Mixes Joanna Flynn. Lawrence TMiuhiee outlined Lafayette monument funds, Irene Richarda discussed biographies, and Misses Margaret Fadden and John Murray presented pieces on Lafayette and What We Owe to Lafayette. Music and selections followed.

J. A. Cruttenden Cruttenden Monmouth Yorktown John Lockery Mixes Joanna Flynn Lafayette Lawrence Tmiuhiee Wre Mise Irene Richarda

Surprise party honors Miss Alice Evans at Rock Street

A teachers’ staff member at public school No. 1, Miss Alice Evans, was treated to a pleasant surprise Tuesday evening at her Rock Street residence. The visiting delegation enjoyed a fine evening with tenor Thomaa Hieynon singing solos, instrumental performances, and dancing. Guests included Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Beynon and several Evans family members and friends.

Alice Evans

Local residents hosting friends and relatives in Scranton area

Mrs. Edward Setzer of Aspenwal hosts Mrs. L. W. Peck visiting from Chestnut Street while Miss Tlarrlet Good of Wyoming stays with Miss Kate Gregory of Tenth Street. Several locals entertain guests from Chicago, Binghamton, Kansas City and other towns. troops return from Camp Meade. others enjoy furloughs and recoveries.

Edward Setzer Aspenwal L. W. Peck Chestnut Street Linghamton Tlarrlet Good Wyoming Kate Gregory Tenth Street Lydia Sutleff Sweet Valley Amanda Twining Swetland Street FH. G. Diller North Garfield Avenue Vislting Nanesom L. W. Carleton Chicago West Scranton South Rebecca Avenue Mineraville Henry Woolward Price Street Nelile Delaney Binghamton Mary Hart Luzerne Street James Brown Garfield Avenue Tda Baldwin Edward Baldwin Kansas City

Ladies Auxiliary Conduct Evening Guraal and Society Meeting

The Ladies' auxiliary of the Order of Railway Conductors will hold a gueral in Finley's hall this evening and invites sisters from other lodges to attend. Excelsior Glen society meets at the usual place, urging members to be present for important business. Authorities note vandalism damaging a bridge on the Delaware Lackawanna and Western line at West Linden Street, creating dangerous holes.

Ladies’ Auxiliary of the Order of Railway Conductors Finley's Excelsior Glen Society Delaware, Lacka Wants and Western Railroad Weat Linden Street

Free Milk Wagon Upset and Local Injuries Reported

A milk distribution wagon on Summit avenue overturned after a horse bolted, spilling hundreds of quarts of milk. Noah Harmon was kicked by a mule and injured. a runner was brushed by the mule, suffering a jaw wound. Community notices include a Pittston straw ride, a wedding party, union organizing efforts, and local society events.

Summit Avenue Scranton Dairy Company Noah Harmon West Market Street Cayuga Hluvman Donne Crystal Literary and Dramatic Company Pittaton Entis Club Annie Roche Iidget Kelly Mame Murat Mame Onell Mame O'Hara Magele Gavin Mamie Durkin Mame Cooke Mary Lynn Mamie Kelly Kathe Mulherin Katie Murtaugh Maggie McCarty Nelle Kelly Mesers John Moran P. J. MecGuire Thomas J. Barrett D. J United Mine Workers O'Donnell Patrick Brennan Camp Meade Mollie O'Malley Victor Colorado Liberty H Company Harmory

Nostetter's Stomach Bitters advertised relief

An old advertisement promotes Nostetter's Stomach Bitters claiming it cures stomach trouble. The copy emphasizes chest and mouth discomfort as misdirection while touting stomach remedies for wellbeing.

Liberty company aids fund for new uniforms

The Libertys, pioneer company of this end, render services to preserve the property and pay for new uniforms. Tickets available at drug stores or from members. No choir rehearsal this evening. next rehearsal Thursday evening of next week.

Libertys Christian Endeavor Choir Fext

Miner Injured Crossing Bridge Near Connell Park

James Teap a Prospect avenue resident was injured last night while returning from work near the Lacka wanna river bridge by a Jersey Central switch train. He struck a telegraph post and was rendered unconscious later revived. treated at home and expected to recover in a few days.

James Teap Prospect Avenue Connell Park Lackawanna River Sanquoit Jersey Central Railroad South Mill Heap Manley M. Hobinson Cedaraye- Ne Vielt Bauer Natter Fred Tross Bost Tross James F. Best Max Levi Philip Graff George Angel George Nosar William Tross Lorenz Zeidler Jacob Ballus Conrad Pell George Keith Charles Humald Charles Wirth, Jr Inco Knestner Jacob Mintz John F. Leigh Box 41 River Street Mary Deacon David Hurrie Lafayette No. 15 Public School M. F. Conry Kenny Joseph Seletine Lentes

Miss Bertha Gallen Dies After Illness at Home

Miss Bertha Gallen daughter of Mr and Mrs L L Gallen of Adame Avenue died yesterday afternoon at their residence after two months illness. She was beloved and an active member of the Hebrew Ladies Relief Society. Funeral will be from the residence Friday at 2 pm with private interment at Dunmere Cemetery.

Bertha Gallen L. Gallen Adame Avenue Abbinesa Dunmere

High School Literary and Entertainment Course Launch

The first event is October 27 featuring the New York Philharmonic club. Tickets go on sale at Powell's music store or the high school, with delivery Friday and Saturday for subscribed seats. Upcoming lineup includes Conwell, De Motte, Lotus Glee Club, Edith Norton, Powers, and more.

At & O'Eback New York Philharmonic Club Powell's Music Store High Behood Lecture and Entertainment Committee

Work Begins on Four New Soaking Pits at Lackawanna Steel

Excavations start this morning in the rail department south mill to build four soaking pits, expanding the total to twelve. The project aims to meet new work practices without halting wall operations.

Rail Lackawanna Tron and Steel Company Comat Deigi Vrall

Happenings In Dunmore Borough Celebrate Masonic Installations

A Dunmore Borough social features the six month officer mutalitation by Dunmore Lodge No. 816 and visiting grand officers from Erie and Wyoming Valley. The event included a Gothard ceremony seating grand officers and a marriage announcement for Matthew Mannion of Carbondale and Miss Connolly, with a finger crush incident reported for a railroad brakeman.

Society Erie and Wyoming Valley Railroad Matthew Mannion Carbondale Connolly Dunmore Lodge Order of Old Pellows Davi Cadwean John H. Kelley D. J. Davis G. M John Horn G. T John Francis William Lewis Nodle Grand Frank Ik. Spencer View Grand John Wardell Byron Brady J. F Dainty James Mastera N. G Christopher Vickers Joseph Cometock Harry J. Spencer

Funeral and social notes from Brook Street area

The 1 year old Elias T Seexe died and funeral services were held at home with large attendance, the remains later taken to Fresco by train for burial. Mathew Mannion married Miss Pilon Connelly at St Marys church Carbondale. Infant George Walsh buried in Brook Street district. Reading rooms board to meet for important business. Evangelist Cobb spoke on Scriptural Conversion at Tabernacle. St Marks Men’s Guild to hold special parish meeting tomorrow evening.

Elias T. Seexe George Suese Brook Street Delaware Lackawanna and Father Milane Sarah Hughes P. J. Farley Carbondale Mannion George Michael Waleh Bloom Street Reading Rooms Tabernacle Evangelist Cobb Men's Guild St. Mark's Church WIT Tomorow

Local notes from Plainfield parish life and injuries

Honeymooners Mr and Mrs George Callard visit in Plainfield while Corporal Thornton enjoys a 30 day furlough. Miss Pearl Cotter ill with diphtheria. Mrs Grace Harrie and infant son set for England. New store opened by Mr Prank Hallock in the Daly building. Private Vicles visits his sister on Harper Street. Hunters Smith and Hollow return with game from Wayne County. Private Henry Murray arrives home on sick furlough. Iron fence around borough building near completion. Several residents travel or host guests on Butler and Electric avenues. Frank Wynn injured by windlass. William Jennings sustains finger injury on Erie and Wyoming Valley railroad. Woman in black seen on Harper Street again.

George Callard Plainfield N. J Philip Hensley Brook Street Allison Thornton Thirteenth Regiment Pennsylvania Volunteers West Drinker Street Pearl Cotter Apple Street Grace Harrie England Prank Hallock Daly Drinker Street Vicles Jacob Pletchey Harper Street Smith Bigg Street Chas, Hollow Wayne County A. B. Collins Tallipoosa J. Swarts Electric Avenue Henry Murray Company B Charles Eleon and Famiy Butler Street Wimmers Fred Nickerson Butler Etreet William Seigle Troy N. Y Frank Wynn Spring Street William Jenninges Erie and Wyoming Valley Railroad Black

Unclear chase as youths pursue object near depot

A crowd of about twenty boys chased something but failed to catch it near the Erie and Wyoming Valley Railroad construction site adjourning the Dunmore depot. A social is planned at the Dudley Street Baptist church parlors tomorrow night. Friend Kiser of Pine Street visits Maplewood relatives for a few days.

Erie and Wyoming Valley Railroad Dunmore Dudley Street Baptist Church Kiser Pine Etreed Maplewood

Burned by Hot Water Injury Victim Is Four

Mamie Devaney, four, daughter of Thomas Devaney of 1231 Stone Avenue, was severely burned yesterday when a boiling water spill occurred as her brother, about seven, collided with her on a stairway. Dr Walsh attended and described the risk as dangerous amid great pain.

Mamie Thomas Devaney Stone Avenue Walsh

Result of the excursion to Camp Meade

Colonel H. M. Boles reports 478 people joined the City to Camp Meade excursion held October 8 to fund the Thirteenth regiment hospital. Rail line revenue was 228.72 with 441 spent on advertising, leaving 184.72. The committee forwarded the remaining funds to Colonel Coursen for hospital comforts.

H. M. Boles Camp Meade Thirteenth Regiment Coursen

Funeral of Mrs Gabriella Breck Swift at St Luke's Church

The funeral for Mrs Gabriella Breck Swift was held yesterday afternoon from 30 Clay Avenue with brief services at the residence followed by a public service at St Luke's Church officiated by Rev EFJ Haughton of St Mark's Dunmord. The cortege proceeded to Forest HM Cemetery for interment with honorary pallbearers including Hon Alfred Hand Hon Lo Willard Thomas Sprague and others.

Gabriella Breck~ Swift Clay Avenue St. Luke's Church EF. J. Haughton St. Mark’s Church Dunmord Forest HM Cemetery Alfred Hand Hh Lo Willard Thomas Sprague George L. Dickson George Sanderson C. Cc. Comegyva

Chamberlain's Cough Remedy Praised by Nickle Family

J M Nickle of Nickle Hivos in Nickleville Pennsyl vania reports two children suffer croup attacks and says his wife uses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy to prevent them. He notes it is a household necessity and claims it outsells all other cough medicines combined. Sold by all druggists with Matthews Hivos as agents.

Chamberlain Wold J. M. Nickle Nickle Hivos Nickleville Matthews Hivos

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