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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 24, 1902

Page

6

West Scranton Republicans Elect New Members at Meeting

The West Side Republican club elected eight new members Joseph Oliver Edward Hellés David T Willbane FH lL Moran Mirye Joseph Harry J Davies Willan Ho Puller and Dyer Lewis. A mass meeting at the Lyceum is planned with speakers Judge Painapicker and others, and a parade fundraiser arranged for next Wednesday evening. The program featured a choral piece Cheerfulness and a piano solo, with refreshments served afterward.

West Side Remiblicanely Meebers Joseph Oliver Edward Hellés David T. Willbane FH Ll. Moran Mirye Joseph Harry J Davies Willan Ho Puller Dyer Lewis O'Clovk Esfort Painapicker Charles E. Biniels W. E. Thayer Palmer TL. Willhimns David J. Davie Dr Tillesen Pops

Auditory Evening at Embury Church Delights Audience

Last evening the Embury Methodist Church auditorium hosted a Junior Epworth gathering with a piano duet by Gwilym and Catherine Jones, vocal numbers by Mrs. Lathwin, Miss Maud Lewis recitations, solos by Mrs. Baker Mia Lizzie Hughes Brundage and Mrs. Powell, and violin works by Mr. Stephene and Warren Fane. The second part featured Mrs. Lizzie Hughes Brundage singing A Lone of Thanksgiving, piano by Miss Grambs, and further vocal and violin pieces, ending with Miss Aland Lewis recitations and a duet by Mrs. Lizzie Hughes Brundage and Miss Via.

Embury Methodist Episcopal Church Epworth Jengie Gwilym Catherine Jones Lathwin Grambs Mr. Stephens Aland Lewis Lizzie Hughes Brundage Miss Via

West Side Bowling Club Opens With Exhibition

The West Side Bowling club opened last evening at the David's hall building under Sidwig and Coons. An exhibition game featured the West Side club against a picked team of captains from the City league. Three games were rolled.

West Side David's Hall Sidwig and Coons Valrus

Mill City man swears warrant for two theft suspects

W. O. Parham of Mill City swore out a warrant before Alderman Davis for the arrest of Miss Margaret Walters of South Lincoln avenue and Mrs. Way Milind of 1214 Division street on a $25 theft alleged to have occurred early in the afternoon. Parham said he went to the house to sell goods.

W. OS. Parham Mill City Alderman Davis Margaret Walters Lincoln Avenue Way Milind Division Street Parham

Jury hearing on alleged drink-and-rob cash theft

A case was heard in Alderman Davis' office where a man claimed he was drugged after sharing drinks with two women who robbed him of $80. He recovered $5 and kept silent until the hearing. The two women were held under $300 bail each. A separate report notes a church clam chowder supper hosted by Simpson Methodist church ladies raised funds for the Ladies’ Aid society with multiple tables and a menu of chowder baked beans cheese cake coffee and ice cream.

Davis oMee Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church Ladies’ Aid Society Decker Mia. Quick Miss Decker Francis DePue Snow Snow and Rite Reed Transue Helen Corbin Gussie Fritz Barger Emma Burgzler

New Bible Class Aimed at Infrequent Sunday School Attenders

Pastor Rev H C McDermott plans a Sunday school class for young ladies and gentlemen not regularly attending church. The new class targets lapsed members and hopes to gather addresses next Sunday as improvements at Simpson Church near completion enhance West Side worship facilities.

H.C. McDermott Wily Simpsan

Young couple weds secretly in Binghamton

Friends of Miss Bertha Brewer and Burl Carpenter were surprised to learn of their marriage in Binghamton some time ago. Baptist clergyman Rev Phillips of Parlor City united the couple after informing their families, who extend hearty congratulations.

Bertha Brewer Clinton Bartholomew North Lincolln Avenue Burl Carpenter Bpuirview Avenue Binghamton Phillips Carpenter

General News Notes From The City

Repairs near completion at Engine house No 2 with renovations including bunk rooms sliding poles and new stalls floor and doors. Social events listed include a Charmings Day meeting by the Sons of Temperance and a St Brendan institute gathering. Citizens named include Martha Washington Orley and Abe W Merquis with local residents noted for home improvements and gatherings.

Reomas Cheiornns Tay Sons of Curbetiehy

South Scranton Notes Highlight Enthusiastic Republican Meeting

The South Scranton Republican Association held a lively meeting in Athletic Hall with many new faces and strong attendance. Officers reported membership doubled last week and plans advanced for district and ward committee selections, with a march to Hotel Henry for a candidate rally and a meeting set for Thursday to approve further appointments.

Republican Association SON Gemedtiay Paris Wiettieeis Wis Tse Ent Henno Seatisstieg Rowihlein Jan Holly Jormyn Alb

Pleasantly Surprised Crowd At St Johns Hall Programme

A crowd filled St Johns Hall on Stone Avenue last evening to enjoy an excellent program. Opener scores drew Bathored attention as the majority crowded the entrance and many could not gain admittance after 8 ooluck. The printed program for the year was presented in full and every vocal and instrumental number received hearty encoragement. A dance followed the entertainment.

St, John's Hall Stone Avenue Gramme Wits

Funeral for Kluxe Getz Today At 10 Oclock

The funeral for Kluxe Getz will be held at 10 o'clock today from the family home. Family and friends are invited to attend the service and pay their respects.

Kluxe Getz

Old Remedy Endures in Teething Syrups History

Mrs Winslow’s Soothing Syrup long trusted for teething children claims to be among the best female physicians in the United States. For sixty years it has aided millions of mothers, easing fever, diarrhoea, griping, and wind in infants and resting weary mothers. Price per bottle noted.

Limited Time $10 Cure Offer From Doctor Byers

A newspaper note announces Doctor Byers will treat all applicants before November 1 for $10 total, including medicine, with a full cure guarantee and refund if not cured. The offer expires October 31 and will not be extended, urging immediate calls to avoid the rush.

Byers

Bi-Shemiс Treatment Proclaimed for Health Fix

An excerpt describes a theory that body tissues are built from small cells and disease results from cell disarray. The text advocates a Bi-Shemiс treatment by Doctor Dyers claiming cures by restoring cells to a normal condition, asserting success on all chronic diseases.

Funeral notices and health ads mix in fragmented local column

A jumble of funeral details and health product pitches appears from several notices. Interments announced for Cedar and Titian avenues. services led by Rev. James White and others. Nearby items report Rochester trip for a nun and various health claims for a balsam cure.

Wedding notices and church events in Morristown area

Old town column lists residents such as Mr and Mrs Browk Jeri taking an extended wedding tour to Philadelphia. It notes return to Grown Ridge and attendance at Tripp Avenue Christian church services with sermons on The Holy Spirit and themes about occupation of tabon grounds. A minstrel exhibition is announced at Tibet school with southern melodies and a public invitation.

Preeck Pines Lewe Browk Jeri Philadelphia Grown Ridge Tripp Avenue Pei Prilay Seliolins Tibet Charles Colles Bpimghield Aba Aliss Jennie Gulden Wali Atient Neil Pesaro Hernia Alares Elpuels

Local Notes from Green Ridge and Surroundings

Green Ridge unveils plans for an art exhibition at the Asbury Methodist Church this evening with Fraternal members and Rev. Merilee Bigley in attendance. Delaware Street crosswalk work is staged ahead of a planned northern side reroute near Monsey Avenue to ease resident access. Dr. and Mrs. J. Merrit Fordham of Brazil announce a son, with Fordham a Green Ridge native who spent last summer at his hometown. R. Suilth returns to New York for factory work after a stay in the area.

Tesidotve Dmierneer Avenue Ames Withe Mehogka Serviews Ave Michiel Ginah Fot Cedar Avenue Pr. i. A. Aehimidt Penee Gzele Hivle Tuttaion Avenue Theresa Caverns Cherrs Street Rochester Tooenter George Mirts Charles el. Ferman Herme Mt Clemens Spring Mick Georee Tolatak New York Hospital Wolerigong Matta B. F. Killdan Palajiaek Les Vietne Herdiuahhter Mire Giron Irwen Ridge Atreat Carl Trobbins Thirfoved Abies Merilee Bigley Geen Ridge Asbury Delaware Street Monsey Avenue Tila Ja Hio Sianeiro Brazil and Myre J. Alerrit Pordham Fordham Green Ridge Chil TH. R. Suilth Builth Place New York City

Paralyzed Man Praises Doctor After Recovery

John Jenkins of Dunmore Pennsylvania describes a severe spinal injury from an elevator fall and credits Dr. Byers With dramatic improvement. He urges others to seek the physician’s treatment as a near miraculous cure.

John Jenkins Dunmore Faye Andy Walle Byers

Long Trouble and Recovery With Quaker Physician’s Cure

Carded tale of John Welsh of Carbondale who suffered a severe cough and wasted away as a consumptive. After failing with doctors he sought Dr Hyer’s Hert cures and reports notable improvement and return of health.

John Welsh Carbondale Hyer T Pei Phyalelan

Doctor Byers Birth and Medical Career Summary

Doctor Byers, born to Quaker parents, studied at Jefferson Medical College graduating with honors in 1572 and matriculated at the Philadelphia College of Pharmacy. He attended Pennsylvania Hospital for Acute and Surgical Diseases, Blockley Hospital for Skin and Chronic Diseases, and was later associated with Eye and Ear Clinics at Will's Hospital. He practiced with J Solis Cohen's throat clinics in Philadelphia and served as examining physician for Knights Templar Masonic Mutual Aid in Cincinnati and Mutual Reserve Fund Life Association in New York.

Doctor Byers Jefferson Medical College Philadelphia Philadelphia College of Pharmacy Pennsylvania Hospital Will's Hospital J. Solis Cohen Knights Templar and Masonic Mutual Aid Association of Cincinnati Mutual Reserve Fund Life Association of New York

North Scranton announces parade route and schedule

In a lengthy public notice the North Scranton government outlines a parade plan with the route from Main Street to Babel Avenue, detailing street closures, safety steps, and participant organizations. Officials emphasize orderly conduct and adherence to posted times and instructions.

Proavidevier Presta torhin church event and attendees

An article describes a church gathering at the Proavidevier Presta torhin with attendees including Nichali Doll, John Baal, Wyat McCoonmick, and Col. AM Repuitieghe. It mentions speeches and visits by several figures, with notes on a Roaring Sentendas notion and various local participants from North Main and nearby areas.

Proavidevier Presta Torhin Nichali John Baal Catliah Ion Dru W. OW Wathins Noptly Eo Beerd Bert Wyatt McCoonmick Awinsiie Deventie Seranton Aljoyu North Muti New York Iute

Stag Euchre Party At Ridge Wheelmet Prize Night

About one hundred residents gathered at the Chi house for a stag euchre party. H. K Andrews won the chief prize a silk windrella, with the loopy prize “Goons Gus” awarded to N. F. Sivder Hetreshnien served, and a supper was enjoyed.

Weah Ridge Chi House H. K Andrews

Obituary for June Graitas Pioneer Worker

The obituary notes the death of June Graitas a longtime companion and early worker in the community. It records a sorrowful passing noticed by friends and neighbors and mentions funeral arrangements and farewell tributes planned by those who knew the deceased.

Interesting Lecture by Ernest Rhoden At Engineers Club

Ernest Rhoden spoke to the Engineers' Club, tracing compass history from its early Chinese use to Columbus. He credited Columbus with the first declination discovery and presented a large chart from the United States government showing no variation.

Ernest FE. Rhoden Engineers’ Club Mresi J. Rhraden Beritizh Nav Wheden Cohhimbua United Bruites

Local Boys Demonstrate Skills At Parish Institute Night

The Boys' Association of Luke's parish hosted an open house showing carpentry, shoe cobbling, and chair caning demonstrations. Twenty boys performed a fitness display and bell exercise while a collection was taken for the recreation fund.

Taddatrlil Association Pl. Luke's Parish Ram B. I. A. Senate Resiedation

Delaware Lackawanna and Western Board Schedule

The record lists board members and proposed times for meetings on Thursday and Friday with names including Thureday Weer 4 Gstras Baste yp and John Hennigan. The document mentions various attendees such as M Hennigan Gordon Yo abooom Mr Finnerty Ruege Singer Ringhieb Rowe and Rogers with times from 1 p m to 6 p m and Currys 10 a m.

Gstras Baste Mk. Mandajpy Wy Abul Suminite Fo Nk John Hennigan Hile Gweety Pushere M. Hennigan A. mm Gordon Mr. Finnerty Jt Wom Ruege Singer Ringhieb M. Rowe Buster Rogers J. Ginley M. Currys U. m Nichols

Irvin Gearhart Praises Doctor Byers Treatment

Irvin Gearhart of Smith Place commends Dr Byers for effective treatment after months of pain and illness that kept him from work. He notes severe head pain and spinal distress subsided following the doctor’s care, expressing gratitude for relief and improved health.

Irvin Gearhart Smith Place Jadwic Street Byer Ieee

Kidney Disease Cured Says Local Resident

Mr. Fred Rentschler of 851 Elm St reports years of kidney trouble and back pains. After failing with doctors in New York and elsewhere, he credits Doctor Byer’s treatment with a complete cure and improved health.

Fred Rentschler Elm St New York

RHEUMATISM Sufferer Praises Doctor Beers Treatment

Mr. Conrad Heilig of 115 Ash St Scranton says years of rheumatism left him unable to move without help. He sought many doctors without lasting relief before joining Dr Beers treatment and reports a marked improvement and renewed mobility.

Conrad Heilig Ash St Sccranton Codas Cod Bess

Farewell to Warne Ca Ma Says: Ailing Man Praises Doctor’s Treatment

William Snowden writes from Farewell, Warne Ca Ma that after over three years of severe cough loss of appetite and weight, doctors offered little help. He credits Din Byers' treatment with restored strength sleep and weight and says others remark on his recovery and cheery improvement.

William Snowden Warne Ca Abe

Doctor Churchman Byers Chief Consulting K clan

Scranton area listing reads as an address and firm name for a consulting service on the second floor of 412 Spruce Street. The fragmentary text references clients and miscellaneous notes, indicating a small professional listing with limited legible details.

Churchman Byers I Chem Anhiment Peralas OK Los Spruce St Scranton

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