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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1900

Page

6

Death of James Chambers from fall at Archbold mine

James Chambers aged fifty four, longtime miner and former boss at Archbold mine, died at West Side hospital from injuries after falling from a hayloft. Survived by his wife and daughter, his funeral will be Sunday at 2 PM from his brother Joseph Chambers home with interment at Mashburn street cemetery. He was a member of the Grand Army of the Republic and several fraternal orders.

James Chambers West Side Hospital Ife Giamerene Grand Army of the Republic Milwaukie Wllie Lold Chambers Min Archbald Mite Iihahe Judge No. 00S Independent Order of Odd Fellows Post 129 Grand Arony Thepublic Washington Comemandery Malta Joseph Chambers Mashburn Street

Democratic campaign orators draw crowd at St Davis hall

St Davis hall hosted a well attended audience last evening to hear Democratic campaign speakers. Republicans were largely absent but some suises attended. Chairman T. Plteher presided, with Cornelius Comegys M F F Cony W F Shean John J Hart C G Boland Thomas Law and James O Malley speaking. St Peter's society drum corps paraded the streets and performed in front of the hall.

St. Davis'’s Hall T. Plteher Cornelius Comegys M. FF. Cony W. F. Shean John J. Hart G. Boland Thomas Law James O'Malley St. Peter's Society

Ferber Son Injured After Trolley Collision at Swetland

Arthur Ferber, youngest child of Mr and Mrs Henry Ferber of North Fade Park Avenue, sustained injuries when several of its tors were cut by a trolley car on Swetland Street. he underwent an examination.

Arthur Henry Ferber North Fade Park Avenue Swetland Street

Amputation Needed After Severe Leg Injury This Week

A boy suffered a devastating leg injury with part of the foot torn off at the instep and blood poisoning. The leg was amputated above the knee by Dr. Lindabury with assistants Drs. Roberts McDowell and Stoddard. He endured the operation and recovery is anticipated.

Lindabury Dra. Roberts McDowell Stoddard

Hyland and Miss Walsh Married at Holy Cross Church

John Hyland of Fourth street and Miss Anna V. Walsh of Meridian Street wed at Holy Cross church at 11.90 o clock Wednesday morning in a ceremony conducted by Ney W FP O Donnell. Attendants were John Gaughan and Miss Katherine Canavan. The couple, after a wedding dinner, left for New York and Boston and will live at 348 Meridian street upon return. Both are well known in Bellevue with many friends offering best wishes.

John Hyland Fourth Street Anna V. Walsh Meridian Street Holy Cross Church Ney W. FP. O'Donnell John Gaughan Katherine Canavan Bellevue City

Washington camp officials plan monument unveiling supper

Members of Washington camp No. 178, Patriotic Order Sons of America, hosted county camp representatives for a smoker and social. They discussed arrangements for the soldiers and sailors monument unveiling. Addresses were given by Professor James Hughes and Henry Koehler, with phonograph selections by Linden Decker and refreshments served.

Washington Camp Patriotic Order Sons of America James Hughes Henry Koehler Linden Decker Abe Cieirs

Street Railway Repairs Pressed on South Main Avenue

Repairs are underway on the roadbed of the Street Railway company in South Main avenue between Division and Oxford streets. Community notices report social gatherings at local homes and upcoming events including the eighth annual St Pat Wee’s Traidies ball at Mears Hall on Thanksgiving Eve.

Hailway Company Ts South Main Avenue Division Oxford Streets Marie Gavin Dickson Street St. Pat- Wee's 1. C. BR. US Mears’ Hall Frances Nolan New York Peg Toohey North Lincoln Avenue Morgan P. Daniels Division Street Edwardsitate Frank Brown Elinka John Long Hyde Park Avenue West Side Republican Club Committee On David J. Davis Corbett Ave

Gentlemen Customers Seek Substantial Savings in Furnishings

Gentlemen from city and county visit to fill furnishing needs with us, driven by practical reasons. They rarely chase bargains unless a substantial saving is offered, and are generally willing to buy where costs are lower.

Local Trade Circles Highlight Clothing Line Reach

Advert says merchants carry heavy line of men's hosiery underwear shirts collars and neckwear at this end of the state, emphasizing broad selection and accessibility for customers.

Local notes detail visits and events in Scranton area

Mrs Watkin Harris and Mrs William Price return from Wilkes-Barre. Requiem mass for Mrs Kate Flannelly at St Patrick's Church with interment at Cathedral Cemetery. Mr and Mrs Jacob Preiffer back from wedding tour living on Chestnut Street. Children of Mr and Mrs James Wilson to be buried at Washburn Street Cemetery this afternoon. Mrs Anthony Hennigan and son James visit Oneonta, NY. Miss Hatth McCracken seriously ill. Mr and Mrs Philip Williams visit town. Mr and Mrs Edward Jarvis host masquerade party attended by many. Mrs Isaac Swallow hosts a ten o'clock gathering for Mrs M E Keller. John Morris surprise party at Seventh Street home. Local Republican clubs send strong delegation to South Scranton parade. Sneak thief takes overshoe from Dr Paine's office. J J Sweet returns from Harrisburg. M North league of Simpson M E church hosts reception and supper for church elderly from to what? evening.

Chestnut Street James Wilson Washburn Street Anthony Hennigan James Railroad Avenue Oneonta N.Y Hatth McCracken South Hyde Park Avenue Philip Williams Bill Wardadale Edward South Scranton Dr. Paine J. J. Sweet Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church Harrisburg Mpnorth League

Temperance Society Pledges New Members and Miners Strike

The St Marys Temperance society held a meeting last evening and pledged forty three new members. Miners assembled on Main Street and agreed to walk out at several washery sites including Davis washery and Carrs Patch washery in a peaceful strike. A death notice reports Laura Welly of Main Street died after a brief illness, aged about 19 years. An independent political club formed in town with one hundred members pledging unified voting and anti fraud stance at polls.

St. Mary's Temperance Society Davis Culm Bank Carr Aoither Place Laura Welly John Kelly Main Street Ufter Ies Cortes Poalithewl Club

Community Notes and Events in Green Ridge

Miss Katharine Watson of Marion visits New York and Brooklyn friends. A. J. Francais of Iron Market is in charge of the pre solicition department at 61 Dickson avenue. General Whitingey Engine Company hosts an oyster supper and musical program in Moruhuker’s Wall opposite the Delaware & Hudson depot. A wireless carnival at the Church of the Good Shepherd will entertain with tea, pumpkin pie and more. Green Ridge Woman’s Club holds a meeting October 2 to vote revised constitution and elect officers.

Katharine Watson Marion Sitet New York Brooklyn Titrort Vaan Mseihie Vatile Creek Mich Presoliptien Dickson Avenue Howl Gevon Tilee Lodge Neon Od Wellows Qaraphernatia General Comimwcy Moruhuker Dehawaiy Ail Ensen Church of the Good Shepherd Tal- Towe Green Ridge Elf

Death of Harry D. Oliver in New York City

Harry D Oliver son of Theodore Oliver of Easton died suddenly in a Marion Avenue car in New York City. He was about four years old twenty four University ties and was unmarried. He had registered at the Hotel Manhattan and died from a heart ailment after collapsing on a Madison Avenue car. He leaves three sisters and his father Mr T G Dale of Scranton and was a member of Easton First Reformed Church. His remains will be brought home for interment in Easton.

Easton Harry Dy. Oliver T. G. Dale Willkin TD Dillon International Paper Company Oliver New York Buffalo Manhattan Madison Avenue Ale Patel Ie Managger Jattyn Tidehen Heath Thavey Oliver Easton High Aeliogl Tativelle College University of Paul Vuuiu Lafayette University Kustom Dale Scranton Loval Oliver Covent Messin Miia Margaret Oliver

South Scranton Republicans Parade to Athletic Hall Meeting

A large South Scranton Republican parade gathered two hundred marchers led by the Ringgold band and tailed by the Rough Riders, Union League, and several clubs. In Athletic Hall speakers including Dr. Emil Schneider of Hoboken and A J Colborn criticized Democrats and urged voters to back the Republican ticket for prosperity and stability.

Athletic Hall Emil Schneider Hoboken, N. J A. J. Colborn Hickory Street Presbyterian Church Alder Street South Side Republican Club Ringgold Cedar Avenue Bridge Lewis B. Carter West Side Republican Club Bauer I. J. Reynolds Republican Club Cedar Avenue Willow Street Willow Pittston Birch Cedar

Sunday school teachers enjoy warm Hickory Street gathering

The German and Mag ish school teachers from Hickory Street Presbyterian church held an evening of pleasure with aims of refreshing themselves for winter work. Key speakers included Rey. W. A. Nordt Professor Wagner and Charles Bcheuch. A social hour and luncheon followed. Committee members were Miss Mollie Helm Miss Louisan Nordt Miss Kate Nehr August Kratt Will Berg hauser and George Maus.

Hickory Street Presbyterian Old Church Hickory Street Rey. W. A. Nordt Wagner Charles Bcheuch Mollie Helm Louisan Nordt Kate Nehr August Kratt Will Berghauser George Maus

Third lecture in People’s Lecture Course to be held

The third lecture in The People’s Lecture Course under the Brotherhood of St. Paul will be this evening at Cedar Avenue Methodist Church. Rev. W. G. Simpson D D of Asbury Methodist Church will give readings from Honnie Kevlar Bush in a seated vernacular style.

Auspions Brotherhood of St. Paul Cedar Avenue Methodist Church W. G. Simpson Asbury Methodist Church Honnie Kevlar Bush

Readings Draw Large Audiences Across the Region

Sentences celebrate popular readings attracting big crowds in the area with strong turnout. The public shows great interest in these events and views them as valuable cultural opportunities for the community.

Funeral and society notices stir a busy community

The brief items report a funeral for John Coleman on Cvder avenue with rites at St. Peters Cathedral and interment in Cathedral cemetery. Several society events are announced including a Loyalty era installation by Mie Young Women’s association and various local meetings and visits. Minor personal notes cover illnesses, letters, and a birth.

North Scranton Notes Rev De Reading Returns as Pastor

Rev De Reading again accepts the North Main Avenue Baptist church pastorate in North Scranton after resigning for health. He preached farewell in Williamsport then declined a Rapthat college presidency. The church members recalled their former pastor and he agreed to serve indefinitely at the Clark residence on Church avenue.

8. G. Reading North Main Avenue Reading North Soammon North Main Avenue Baptiste Church Williamsport Rapthat College Colfax de. Rowling Gentle Than Nawin Frank A. Clark Church Avenue

Funeral for Adelbert O'Malley Held on Willi Street

The funeral of Adelbert O'Malley four year old son of Mr and Mrs Bulwardl O'Malley was held Wednesday from the home of Mrs O'Malley s parent Mr AL FLO Royle on Willi Street. Relatives and friends attended in large numbers. Pallbearers were Thomas Maane Frank Hell Moses Clark Jol Clark. Flower bearers included John McTammany Joe Rogan Al A O Hoyotle and Joseph Grithin.

Adelbert Bulwardl O'Malley Neaday

Surprise party honors Mrs Teck of Green Bridge

Ladies of Providence Methodist Episcopal church hosted a surprise afternoon party at Mrs William Teck s home in Green Bridge. The event brought joy to attendees as Mrs Dock a longtime local member was highly esteemed in the city.

Providence Methodist, Episcopal Church William Teck Cireen Tridge Dock Providence Church Prank Tewis Alt. O'Donnell Wrick Avenue Peter O'Donnell New York James Tewis Marnin Watkiw Mavette County Ownion Leonards Hall Ida Wi Mary Chilbert Tier UK Street Keystone Club Weber West Market Street Merina Liberty Excelsior Tribune Davis

Dunmore Doings Describe Evening Political Meeting

A large Dunmore gathering featured Baltimore speaker A. M. Tinegel praising the Republican platform and urging votes for Honest protection and labor support. Deputy Attorney General Brad Meitz spoke on county issues while others urged party unity and electors, with several candidates introduced and some absences noted.

Carl Pellows Muaior A. M. Tinegel Baltimore Attord Albir Kor Chuadvimin Hianengh Bryan Europe Tanenk Brad Meitz Tookawaune Hlaven Crawford County Vic Dolin Lewistitewe Wiilind Ellie Worson South Seeunton

Boy Fatally Injured In Cart Accident On North Blakely

A child, son of Mie and Mie Thomas Cluk of thatuk street, was crushed by a wagon on North Blakely street after a horse drawn cart struck him. Passersby and the driver pulled the boy free and he was taken to Dr. Clamberlain’s office for examination, which showed serious injuries.

Hobert Mie Thomas Cluk Thatuk Street Blakely Etreet Diasust Dewi Fark Lin Abso Mosidenin Ehrnet Ward Janiior Josue Tim Clamberlain Eulvy

The Old Well and the War on Blood Purity

A reflective piece on poetry versus science, warning that old wells spread disease through microbes. It argues blood purity defends health, citing Mrs. Moss of New London and endorses Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a remedy for impure blood and related ailments.

James R. Moss New London Dr. Pierce Hensbergen Denaud, Lee Co Fla Carrie Adams West Main Street Battle Creek Mich

Boy Receives Bruises After Incident

Reports describe bruises on the boy’s head and body with no broken bones. He was resting quite easy last night.

Teachers Meet for County Institute in Scranton

Horough school teachers convene at the High school this morning to enroll for the county institute in Scranton next week. Enrollment costs $1. The Independent Democratic era held a public meeting in Keystone hall last night, with campaign issues discussed. Timothy Reilly of New York City visits town. Peter Hobday heads to Pike County to survey the wilds. Epworth league convention begins this afternoon with delegates from Moscow and nearby towns. meeting chaired by Mow, To i. Van Hoesen, at the Methodis Episcopal church.

Horough Eclowk County Institute Scrantonm Keystone Hall Timothy Reilly New York City Peter Hobday Pike County Epworth League of the Honestile Divitiet Puib-Dismel Moscow Sterling Thor List Ariel Thinop Methodiae Chafrmain Mow I. van Hoesen Corder Tie Triluny

Park Place Notes On Local Movements And Visits

William Smith of Providence left for New York to meet his wife and two daughters returning after a stay. Willian Kirby of Wayne county appears in the notice with references to relatives in Philo street and Vintondale. Mrs St John Mims of North Main avenue is also mentioned in connection with the movement.

William Smith Providence Roml New York Hom. Kirby Wayne County Willism Kirby Philo Street Mes Willan Manes Caf Vintondale St. John Mims North Malin Avenue

Intermittent Strike Reported at Valley Field

About one hundred militia men were called to maintain order at Valley Field where strike activity was reported. Strikers blocked access this morning as authorities worked to prevent disruption in the area.

Montreal Midicia Previre Colton Mille Tumpany

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