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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1897

Page

3

Duty Notes and Local Events Highlight Week

Local notices list donation days at St. Joseph's Founding Home on Oct 2 and 23. A concert by Weeleh singers at Lavoum under the Robert Morris lodge of Ivorites is planned tonight, with Rev Gi Ly Alrich to speak at Rescue mixes on Monday. Several community meetings and inspections occur, including pavement checks on Mullery Street, a note on Dr Tutt's death months ago, and a New York body peritonitis death of his wife. Public suppers and religious conference updates are announced for upcoming evenings.

St. Joseph's Weeleh Lavoum Robert Morris Lode Ly Alrich G. Mo Green Spruce Street Mullery Street Tutt New York State Jowthor Republican Republican Closs Mus Franklin Company Conn Ss Preeatenimner Scranton Clearing House Association Weadhowdy Youtus Woman's Christian Association Misa Emeline Richmond Hicht

Oryanized Democracy Tactics Oppose Republican Unity

A reader denounces organized democracy tactics aimed at disenfranchising Republicans. The missive warns these moves seek to disrupt party loyalty, sow discontent, and push for a Bryanite foothold threatening McKinley and sound money. The writer urges vigilance to prevent the off year gambit.

McKinles Republican Congress

Beck Nominated For Register Of Willys City

Hyde Park Courier-Progress notes William K. Beck receives nomination as register of the county seat. The piece commends Beck as qualified and a worthy Republican who deserves hearty recognition for his service and views.

William K. Beck Willy Wos Mr. Beck Hyde Park

New Pastor Heard at Holy Trinity from Cleveland Ohio

Rev. Charles G. Spieker, 27, begins duties as pastor of Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Church in Scranton, after serving in Cleveland for two and a half years. Installations set for Nov 28. he vows Lutheran orthodoxy and active ministry.

Spieker Lutheran Theological Seminary Mt. Airy Charles G. Splicker Cleveland Ohio Congregation of Holy Trinity Evangelical Lutheran Churen Evangelical Lutheran Theological Seminary Philadelphia Kutetow Normal School Mublenters College Luthernan Achoo Allentown Seminary of Mt. Atry Evans City Spiker Holy Trinity Church Western Conference The Pitteluteevood Geortre F. Spileker Mt. Airy Seminary Boleker St. Michael's Church United States Scranton Holy Trinity Aidment Spicker

W C A Gospel Service Draws Large Female Audience

A large crowd attended yesterday afternoon's gospel meeting for women at the Young Women's Christian Association rooms. Miss Della P Evans led with a talk titled Do Gods Work in Nature. Emma Hayes spoke on the state convention in Wilkes Barre on November 11. Jayne and Smith sang a duet. Edith Swingle played piano. A week of evangelistic meetings is planned led by Mrs J S Morvell of Moody Bible School Northfield. Scranton meetings begin Sabbath at 2:45 PM at Penn Avenue Baptist Church with daily 7:20 PM sessions in the YWCA. Blanche Dolph and F Dp Treweter will direct music.

Young Women's Christian Association Della P. Evans Mra. J Morvell Moody Bible School Northfield Prevent Chicago Pacific Coast Scranton Penn Avenue Second Presbyterian Elm Park Mire Treweter Mies Blanche Dolph

Two Young Men Ordained at St Peter's Cathedral

In St Peter's cathedral Saturday morning the sacrament of Holy Orders was conferred by Rt Rev M J Hoban on Rev William Ginlon of Carbondale and Rev Sepotanski of Nanticoke. Bishop Hoban was assisted by Revs Coffey Carbondale Maecfieldrick and Feeley of the cathedral. Sponsors included Rev Domenico Landro of the city for Father Ginlon.

St. Peter's Cathedral M. J. Hoban William Ginlon Carbondale Sepotanski Nanticoke Hoban T. F. Coffey PD. J. Maecfieldrick J. J. B. Feeley Domenico Landro Fae

Priests Ordained in Nanticoke and Carbondale Ceremonies

Friends and relatives witnessed the ordination of two young men, Giston and Rev. RB Grumlewiteh, at Nanticoke, for Father Szpotanski. The following day Father Giston celebrated his first mass in Carbondale and Father Szpotanski did so in Nanticoke.

Ther Giston RB. Grumlewiteh Nanticoke Szpotanski Father Giston Carbondale

Evening religious services fill Presbyte ran and other churches

A special programme opened at the Second Presbyterian Church with evangelistic services planned each evening all week at Providence Methodist Church. Rev George M Scheidy preached at Mion Goermin Lutheran on Miffin Avenue. A lively praise service was held at the Helliege Welkh Caulvinistie Church. Rev J T Morris attends synod at West Hamarr. Dr Josep K Dixon spoke at Pen Avenue Baptist on The Fashion and Folly of the Streets. Aaron V Bower preached at Pijunush Church. Rev F P Doty led Hampton Street Methodist services with The Scriptural Doctrine of Regeneration as morning sermon theme. Harry Cresson Metlenrs preached at Grace Episcopal and St Davids. The evening topic was A Private Interpretation of the Scriptures.

Providence Methodial Church George M. Scheidy Mion Goermin Lutheran Church Miffin Avenue Hell Josep K. Dixon Pen Avenue Chiret Aaron V. Bower Green Ridge Oth Sereices Bower Doty Hampton Street Methodial Church Harry Cresson Metlenrs Grace Episcopal Church Tient Bend St. David's Egulocopal Church

What About Machinery Sunday Meeting at Workingmen Hall

The Sunday gathering at Workingmen's Hall discussed Machinery a Benefit to Workmen. A poem on overproduction and misdistribution was read, followed by talks from M. J. Coleman John Goebel Pen Castles and John Gray about labor saving tools and enforcement of laws. Next Sunday asks What Does Henry George Propose.

Inet Benet A. Leanherfiell Wis Dell M. J. Coleman John Goebel Pen Castles John Gray Henry George

Disappeared 19-year-old Clara Ridenbach sought in city

Clara Ridenbach of 19 Elm Street vanished after leaving home Saturday afternoon. Police were alerted yesterday after she was seen wandering on Prospect Avenue at midnight. Her parents fear harm may befall her. she is described as five feet two, corpulent, blue dress with apron and sailor hat. Willie Davis, age 6, also left Archbald Street in Bellevue Saturday. police asked to locate him.

Clara Ridenbach Elm Street Prospect Avenue Willie Davis Archbald Street Bellevue

Steam Heating and Plumbing. P. F. M. T. Howley

P F M Howley operates steam heating and plumbing services from 441 Wyoming Avenue offering repairs installations and maintenance for residential and commercial properties in the area.

P. F M. T. Howley Wyoming Ave

Public Benefactor Honored for Fourteen Years on School Board

Hyde Park residents praise W. B. Limeetall for fourteen years on the school board though a Republican in a Democratic ward. The Hyde Park Courier-Progresa notes his help securing jobs for local young women and men in education and other areas.

Friends of Education W. B. Limeetall Hyde Park Acheola

Fels Naptha Soap Promises Easier Cleaning Without Hot Water

Fels-Naptha soap is presented as a superior cleaner compared to ordinary soaps, likened to the electric light over the blaze lamp, claiming easier cleaning without hot water. Advertising copy from Pells & Co. of Philadelphia.

Pels &O Philadelphia

Death on Ash Dump Claims Russian Immigrant

John Kupscik, a Russian Pole of 420 Laurel Street, died from gases at the Cayuga breaker ash dump. Foreman James Wethers found the body, rolled his coat for a pillow, and Coroner Longstreet ruled no inquest. Remains moved to Kupscik’s home after funeral arrangements.

John Kupsick Ruselan Laurel Street Kupsick Cayuga James Wethers Kupeleck Providence Mals Wethers Thomas Thomas Longstreet Jones Kupslok

Scenic Burlington Route Excursion to California by Pullman

Personally conducted weekly trips from Dickson, Pennsylvania to Denver via the Burlington Route and Denver Rio Grande chill line. Tourists travel in Pullman sleeping cars with full amenities under special agents. Contact T A Grady in Chicago for details. Hood’s Sarsaparilla and Hood’s Pills praised for relief of headaches and constipation.

Chicago Burlington Denver Rio Grande Ry California Kmeg T. A. Grady Clark St

Hats and accessories spur city buyers to stylish spending

Local sellers trumpet stylish hats and low prices on ribbons trims hats feathers and accessories. The message urges women to visit and compare prices urging shoppers to count pennies and buy.

Sermon Speakers Delight Fiat Park Congregation

Rev Dr Reed fell ill delaying his visit to Fiat Park church. Dr Giffin announced Dr Hughes would speak instead. Dr Hughes delivered a quiet moving sermon on Matthew 18 20 with clear diction and spiritual depth.

Fiat Park Chrch Serles Gittin George Edward Reed Dickingon College Iilness Reed Kile Giffin Hughes South Africa Huthes

The Girl from Ireland at Davis Theatre This Week

Katie Rooney stars as The Girl in a light pleasant farce comedy presented at Davis Theatre this afternoon and through the first half of the week. The entire company shares honors with a wholesome show that aims to please audiences.

Ireland Katie Rooney Davis’ Theatre

Deserves a Re election for Lackawanna Recorder

Hyde Park Courier Progress endorses Charles Houster for reelection praising his competence and faithful party record as Lackawanna city recorder. The item argues he has been capable and loyal.

Lackawanna Deeda Charles Houster Hyde Park

Song and poetry night heads to Scranton Lyceum

From the land of song and poetry performers will appear at the Scranton Lyceum on Monday evening, Get 25th. The event promises music and verse in a community recital setting.

Land of Song and Poetry Scranton Lyceum

Compare These Prices at Scranton Bargain Store

Compare these prices with what others ask then come to the store and compare quality. Fifty Monday bargains include Ansonia alarm clocks for 68c and Rogers genuine 1847 knives in three patterns. Also 1.00 solid brass 8 inch onyx frame offered today for 2.98 with many silver plated items and other discounts.

Scranton Rogers

Market Seeks Competitive Edge With Reliable Goods

A business statement signals awareness of field competition and a plan to meet it by selling reliable goods at the lowest possible margins. The emphasis is on serving customers with value and keeping profits tight to compete effectively.

Assertion of price claims and market claims in cities

The passage notes the ease of claiming lowest values and promoting one house as uniquely good in a busi ness line. It suggests such rhetoric is common in every city as marketers seek to shape public belief.

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Bargains in Combs It Will Pay You

Read about the extra good bargains available in combs and related items, promising value and savings for buyers seeking practical grooming gear. The notice highlights price competitiveness and utility, urging readers to consider the selection for reliable daily use.

Combs

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