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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1902

Page

2

Reverend C Smith Dies After Long Career in Wyoming

Obituary notes Rev D C Smith aged eighty three longtime Wyoming conference figure and former principal of Wyoming seminary Milestone events mark his career including pastorates in Carbonate and mentorship roles with the church He died in Carbondale at his son in law Stuart s home after a heart failure illness spanning three weeks Survived by three sons and one daughter His funeral is set for Tuesday at the Stuart residence with Rev AL F Chaffee to lead.

Smith Wyoming Jwroming Seminary Sollehor J. Stuart Canaan Street de Smith Wyoming Seminary Ningeton Elther Eustee Youngs Calkins Smith York Stite Ble South New Bertin Union Eallere Wistorrhige Newsy St. al Dickinson College Willer Barre Sivih Carbondale Cepboniitle Mra. i. WD Ted Deere Annie Dr. Smith Hey Wesley W. Smith Middleburg Vermont Frank Smith New York City Lester S. Smith Boston Maes Mes Chara Stuart City Solleltor Bk OL Stuart Dondale Stuart Cumann Strer West Piuson

Articles Received by Wo men’s Auxiliary Board

The Women’s Auxiliary Board records show items donated to an emergency hospital. The list includes food, clothing, linens, kitchenware, and household goods such as towels, pillows, shoes, cups, and dishes. The total value noted is a significant sum, reflecting community support.

Berean Church Ushers Entertained at Hendrick Residence

Young Men of Berean Church guests were entertained at the Hendrick residence in a formal evening of appreciation. Reverend H J Whalen and Reverend W B Gyew joined in the event with Mrs William M Howells of this city. Miss Leliicalleck of Wyalusing and Mr Hemmelright of Jermyn were among the specially invited attendees.

Berean Hendrick Merean Baptist Blendricks Mex Prvsts H. J. Whalen W. B. Gyéw William M. Flowells Leliicialleck Wyalusing Mr. Hemmelright Jermyn Ineunion

Indians Steal Opening Win Over Jermyn in Carbondale

In Carbondale the Indians beat Jermyn 22 to 0 in the season opener. Hudgins and McDonald led the Indian offense with multiple touchdowns and strong line play. Owney made several standout runs, while McAndrew contributed steady rushes as the team dominated the game.

Carbondale Borough Indians Peta Jermyn Io O Jerilyn Jermyn Hever Padians Dike Hidgins Tidians Wuile Hudgins Tony McDonall Tony McAndrew Hudgina McDonald Jim Kane Jermyn Faim Brown Frank Collinge University of Pennsylvania Tndints McLain Cogeing Gorman Willams Given

Dear Old Honesdale and the End of the Strike

A fragment from the Plonesdale column in the Truth praises a local journalist and Carbondale as the region anticipates an anthracite strike ending. The note quotes residents' relief that railroad workers will resume duties and that Honesdale’s population continues to rely on Carbondale for livelihoods and comfort.

Plonesdale Tribune Carbonile Shutt No Carbondale Honesdale Vielitty

Harvest Dance at Ben nets Hall Royal Thursday Night

The harvest dance at Ben nets Hall in Royal features Prot Firth providing music and Dancing Master Willian Collings supervising the event. It is an annual social attracting many young people from Carbonidale and nearby areas with plans to form a dancing class for Royal Lenox and vicinity under Collins.

Bennets Hall Royal Prot Firth Willian Collings Carbonidale Royal Lenox Cluse Listruotay Collins

Chef Change at J C McNults Seals Name Peter Farrell New Leader

Martin Connor formerly at the imperial resigns as chef at J C McNults seal. Peter Farrell of Jermyn succeeds him, having held the same post some months ago.

Martin Connor The Imperial J. C. McNults Seal Peter Farrell Jermyn Aga

Hunters Return From Trip With Squirrels and Pheasants

Successful hunters Murten J. Oliver and his son Kay enjoyed a hunting trip over the Measles Priday and brought back fifteen gray squirrels and seven pheasants.

Murten J. Oliver Kay

Blair Hall and Wyoming Seminary Meet on Seminary Grounds

J Russell Jones Carbondale Indians manager attended and observed the football game between Blair Hall New Jersey and Wyoming Seminary on their grounds Saturday. The report notes the event as part of local prep football activity.

J. Russell Jones Carbondale Indians Blair Hall N. J Wyoming Seminary

Seminary Kickers Defeat Bhill Halls In High-Scoring Game

The Seminary Kickers overwhelmed Bhill Halls 24 to 6 in a high scoring match. Seminary players, though lightly built, played as a unified unit while the Bhill Halls squad relied on skillful teamwork. The only Bhill Halls score came on a fumble return.

Jones Bhill Halls New Jersey

McComb to Inspect Post Davies in Grand Army event

Colonel John McComb issues order for Post Davies to host a Grand Army inspection next Wednesday evening. Officers must display flawless ritual work as Captain DeLacey and Adjutant Wright arrive to conduct the department inspection with visiting comrades anticipated.

John McComb Post Davies Keystone McComb G. A. RN Post 187 PL DeLacy Atlirge O. B. Wright Griffin Post Scranton Davies Wright Cape Far Friateronne John McCombe

Faust at the Grand Tonight Sees Shipman Bros Stage Mastery

Faust which never grows old will be offered to patrons of the Grand this evening under the direction of Shipman Bros. Five sets of scenery and many electrical effects highlight the production. Mephisto will be Alan Tahor whose acting is praised. This will be the last Grand attraction for two weeks.

Faust the Grand Shipman Bros Alan Tahor

My Friend Hogan at the Grand Delights Local Crowd

The fairee comedy My Friend Hogan played at the Grand on Saturday night to a large audience. Lead comedian Mullen and his wife Annie Dunn, previously seen in Me Doodle's Muts, delivered singing and dancing with new jokes and familiar acts.

Hogan Othe Grand Mullen Annie Dunn

Brokers Defeat Swiftwinds In Tight Football Clash

In a strenuous football game the Brokers and the Swiftwinds fought a rough contest with the Brokers scoring twice through a strong line. Disputes interrupted the play and some touchdowns were waved off by officials, dampening spectator interest.

Misses McDonald and Mullady Struck by Prank at School

In Scranton last week two city stenographers from the International Correspondence Schools were startled when a joking lad shut a door and triggered a lantern or prank in the schools building. The incident disrupted papers and prompted a minor commotion among staff and pupils.

Margaret McDonald Agnes Mullady Sehouls Tin Scranton

Scott's Emulsion Advertises Child Strength

An advertisement touts Scott's Emulsion as a steady daily treatment for child weakness. It claims the cure is gradual, emphasizes harmlessness, and invites readers to send for a free sample from Scott & Bowne Chemists in New York.

Scott Scott & Bowne Pearl St N. 4

Kennedy Favorite Remedy Endorsed by New York Magazine Authority

James H. Montgomery M D endorses Dr David Kennedy's Favorite Remedy after rigorous tests by the New York Magazine of Sanitation and Hygiene The product is promoted for kidney liver bladder issues rheumatism dyspepsia and constipation with claims of strong curative powers and reader value Available in 80 cent and 1 00 sizes from Dr David Kennedy Corporation Rondout N Y Sample bottles offered free by chart

New York Magasite of Sanitation and Hygiene James H. Montgomery M. D David Kennedy New York Magazine of Sanitation and Hygiene Rondout

Trapped in Vault. Rescue Opens Hidden Passage

In a sudden scare the young ladies were locked in a vault when the man with the combination was away. An office boiler room employee revealed a trap door from the vault to the boiler room passage. The ordeal caused deprivatized air discomfort, but they recovered. the fate of the joking lad remains unrecorded.

Miss Truby Rounds Hosts Eight Birthday Party

Miss Truby Rounds celebrated her eighth birthday at home in Reynushanhurst on Saturday afternoon with many young friends. The event featured a diamond ring gift and refreshments prepared by hosts Miss Mabel Vincent and Miss Cora Franey, with entertainment by several young guests from Uniondale and local youths.

Truby Rounds Jesse Rounds Reynushanhurst Miss Juby Mabel Vincent Cora Franey Heith Casey Ethel Hiller Rowena Wilcox Helen Vanaan Susan Lesher Pearl Cliff Edress Mervick Eva Dix Anna Lesher Marlon Hoyle Lillian Emmett Maggie Spafford Charlotte Morgan Gertrude Breese Edith Walker Gertrude Wagner Nellie Hollenback Ghidys Hounds Ruby Rounds Anna Rounds Uniondale John Hiller James Treverton Ralph Rounds Pierre Rounds

Funeral for Peter Sommers Held at Presbyterian Church

Funeral services for Peter Sommers, who died last week at Emer gency hospital, were conducted yesterday at 2 pm at the Presbyterian church. Interment followed at Maplewood cemetery.

Peter Sommers Presbyterian Church Maplewood Cemetery

Local residents of Honesdale area visit town and move notices

Miss Grave Whitney of Honesdale visits friends in town. Rev W M Filler guests of Mr and Mrs Fred Hiller. Howard Maze on Camiuma street ill at home. Rev Dr GA Phice of Honesdale cited on old friends here. W A Bronson entertains two sisters from Uniondale. Miss Lelia Halleck of Wyalusing a guest at Frey’s. Dr and Mrs Hy J Whalen at Baptist parsonage. Mrs Addin Shuester and son Raysmead return to Waymart after week with Mrs Charles Shuester. Charles Timmons resigns from Elendrick works and telegraph line for Delaware and Hudson. Eugene Chapman returns to Salem after visiting parents Mr and Mrs Mo and Myes. Miss Minnie Foesiger of South Wyoming street returns to Reese Bros Salem avenue dry goods after months away. Mr and Mrs George S Kimball, summering in Bangor Missouri, return home Friday night and plan three weeks stay before winter in California.

Wyalising Frey Hy. J. Whalen Baptist Parsonage Addin Shuester Raysmead Waymart Charles Shuester Mitchell Avenue Charles Timmons Elendrick Works Telegraph Delawarend Hudson Company Eugene Chapman Bangor California Bun- Bor

To Cure a Cold in One Day Take Laxative Bromo Quinine

Advert says a remedy to cure a cold in one day with Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets. Claims money back if not effective. Box features Grove's signature on each tablet. Public notice urges purchase from druggists.

Grove

Pleasant surprise party for Barrenton Vosburg in Montdale

A small party gathered Tuesday afternoon October 14 at the Vosburg home in Montdale to honor Mr and Mrs Barrenton Vosburg before they move to Wilkes Barre with Mr Vosburgs daughter. Attendees included Aly and Mrs Harlenton Vosburg and many neighbors and friends.

Barrenton Vosburg Montdale Wilkes-Barre Mr Vosburg Aly Mes Harlenton Vosburge Alonso Vosburg Jude Vosburg Gites Saul Richard Gravel Jacob Waltera and Son Mor Hobbs James Wheeler Sumever Voll Clin Wetherly Winnie Kerry James Carygil George Usher Thomas Baker William Shannon Mary Slocum Abram Oakley Sarah Henedict Mirtha Burdick June

JERMYN MAYFIELD STRIKE ENDS. FATHERS AND FAMILIES RETURN HOME

Strikers from Buffalo Ithaca and western points begin returning home as the strike winds down. Local residents Mr and Mrs W H Trim and others are noted visitors and guests. Philip Baker, respected Main Street resident, dies of typhoid fever after a lifelong mining career and later involvement with Winter & Co. Funeral arrangements and store closings are reported.

Buffalo Tthaca Far West Whe Trim Pittston Pid Mas "Oh. Crawford Second Street Davis New York New York Ailk Mills ROT Maxwell Malin Street Mies Eva Griffiths Scranton Missea Griffiths Main Street Philip Baker Hoo'vlock Cormwill Maghind Winter & Co Blewis W. J. Baker C. D. Winter & Co Om Ae Baker

Delegates to Ming Workers of America convention in Wilkes-Barre

The following delegates from the thie lori vines will attend the Ming Workers of America convention at Wilkes-Barre today: Prom Page for Jlocul John Basham Iron Pyneboc Jon MW Owens Atehmidd Joewh Bo J Thoms and Mike Slovan Mrs John Phighos of Malnsatreet was guest of her daughter Alyx W Li Goangwer at Lincoln Molghus yesterday. James Berivons returned home from a few months at Hloome ty Tallie G Thomas of Winholetenet called on friends at Puctoryville wosties. Druggist Alfred Deyip of Movestity returned after a few days in town. John Burns of Btarruces guest of mother Mrs Willa Fuvos of Girove aired. Professor Jolie Ho Rite of Caytondale called on friends yesterday. Miss Yettie Schover of Clapk y Simi Spot Mewtendiay Wet iteries of Kephi Frente Mi iin Mes Jiboli Behover or Union street.

Lori Hloomety Tallie G. ‘Thomas Winholetenet Puctoryville Wosties Duis Alfred Deyip Movestity Iis John Burns Btarruces Willa Fuvos Girove Jolie Ho Rite Caytondale Misa Yettie Schover Clapk'y Simi Ke Phi Frente Union Street

Railroads advertise discounted western tours from Boston

The Nickel Plate Railroad offers October low rate one way tickets to western destinations. The Personally Conducted Trans-Continental Tours leave Boston Mondays and Wednesdays in Pullman Tourist Sleeper Cars at half the standard price. Tours pass through New York state and Rochester joining at Albany Syracuse and other hubs with increasing patronage. For tickets and info contact local agents or RL Payne Buffalo NY.

Nickle Plate Railroad West Boston New York State West Shore Traiu Vila Rotterdam D Junction Alien Syracuse Rochester Payne Malin Street Buffalo N.Y

Special Excursion Train to Scranton for Sembrich Concert

A special Lackawanna Railroad excursion runs Wilkes-Barre to Scranton and back for the Sembrich concert on Tuesday Oct 21. Depart Wilkes-Barre 7 00 pm with stops at Pittston Kingston and Kingston to armory. excursion cars provided for concertgoers.

Lackawanna Railroad Wilkes-Barre Scranton Sembrich Bembrich Armory Wyong West Pittston Susquehiari- Gh Tanaylor Trellen Ours Kingston

Cleveland convention train sale to unknown destination special fare

The high Valley railroad advertises a sale of rail trips during a Methodist missionary convention in Cleveland Ohio Getubergh. Tickets good for return travel to October 27 with all trains except the Blick Diamond express. See ticket agents for details.

Cleveland Ohio Lehigh Valley Railroad Eulaeopalehwret Getubergh Ehigh Valley Railroad Peturn

New York Ontario and Western Railways Fall Excursion

The New York Ontario and Western Railroad plans its annual fall excursion to New York City for Monday October 21. Return fare from Beranton to Carbondale is 4.95 dollars, valid for the day. Tickets available from local agents in Beranton and nearby stations.

New York, Ontario and Western Railroad New York City Beranton Carbondale Dickels Ontario Wall New York Ord B. Woosh

Railway Tickets Sold From Washington To New Orleans

A notice from the Boutherss railway indicates the sale of pound trip tickets between Washington and New Orleans. The event reflects travel arrangements connected to an unspecified meeting in New Orleans during November.

Southern Railway Announces Through Trains to New Orleans

On November 8, 1902, tickets sell at one fare with a final limit 410 days from sale date, extendable to November 6, 1902 with a 50 cent fee. Philadelphia rate is $32.85, other points lower. Southern Railway operates three daily through trains with Pullman drawing room sleeping cars from New York Philadelphia and Washington to New Orleans, with dining service. Information from Chas. Hopkins at 528 Chestnut Street Philadelphia.

Vic New Orleana Philadelphia The Southern Railway Pullman New York Washington New Orleans Chiuvies I. Hopkins D. BP A. Southern Railway

Lakewood: A fashionable resort with golf and hotels

Lakewood emerges as a premier resort offering abundant sports and expansive hotels. The town’s famed links attract visitors, with polo and hunting noted, while the New Jersey Central line promotes comprehensive visitor information from New York for a memorable stay.

Lakewood New Jersey Central New York

Southern Railway Sells Round Trip Tickets to New Orleans

At the American Federation of Labor meeting in New Orleans on November 10 102 the Southern Railway announces round trip fares from Washington to New Orleans for November 11 and 1 at one fare rate with through trains daily. Tickets include Pullman drawing room sleeping cars from New York Philadelphia and Washington to New Orleans with dining car service. Chavies J Hopkins district passenger agent Southern Railway 828 Chestnut Street Philadelphia provides information.

American Federation of Labor New Orleans Southern Rail Way Washington Southern Railway New York Philadelphia Chavies J. Hopkins Souther Railway Chestnut Street

New Milford Social Roundup Leads to Nearby Visits

New Milford residents report a Thursday visit from James Colerain and wife Dina with daughters and several others from Gyost Bend and Busiquehanna. The Tiffany family and friends spent the day in town while Miss Nettle Williams and Miss Lou Woodhouse visited relatives in Dimmiwek. Additionally, Miss Blanche Tolingh from Novil Jackson list was seen among local attendees at a Bapt ist church event.

Scranton New Milford Get K. J. Tiffany Laneville James Colerain Dina Daughters Airs Wellie Iillesphe Charles Lines Gyost Bend Mise Nettle Willams Busiquehanna Vriday Lou_e Woodhouse Mise Nettle Stillwell Dimmiwek Mits Tiele

Old Remedy Teething Syrup Promoted By Female Physicians

An advertisement proclaims Mrs Winslow's Soothing Syrup as a trusted teething remedy. It claims sixty four years of use, millions of mothers relying on it, and benefits including relief from fever, diarrhea, and griping. The text markets a "sixteen ounce" bottle at price one dollar.

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