Carbondale News Praises Victorious Youth Leader
The Carbondale Enterprise lauds a young victor of the community for leading in civic efforts and inspiring local youth with constructive achievements and public spirit.
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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1902
Page
3
Glory for Carbondale in Tribune contest finish
Carbondale youths Maxwell Shepherd and Herbert Thompson place high in a Tribune judged athletic contest. Shepherd finishes second and Thompson fifth amid praise for energy and perseverance from local supporters in the city’s competitive showing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tribune
Maxwell Shepherd
Akes
Herbert Thompson
Coffee Flyers Show Hope in Changing Coffee Habit
A Northampton reader recounts decades of coffee dependence and health decline then credits Postum cereal coffee with restoring vigor. He notes reduced nervous tension, improved appetite, and better digestion after trying the beverage. The letter advocates Postum to others troubled by coffee consumption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northampton
Mass
Ryse
Kie
Hurly Burly Boys Win Third Straight Shutout
The Hurly Burly Boys football team, nicknamed for strenuous play, blanked the Brooklyn Street Stars 1 to 0 in a hard fought match. Pook and Bil Peel starred in defense and midfield while Peck’s kicking impressed, as the tenacious squad extends its unbeaten run.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brooklyn Street Stars
Brooklyn Street
Lanning
Pook
Peck
Runaway on Lincoln Avenue injures East Side woman
A horse-drawn carriage ran away on Lincoln Avenue Hill injuring Mrs. Frans Wayman and hindering her daughter and Travis. Wayman suffered a fractured arm and contusions, treated by nearby doctors. The incident spurred discussion of yard lighting and railway safety.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln Avenue
Frans Wayman
East Side
Fe. Z. Burns
Dward Travis
Clifford
Travis
Dehiware and Hudson
Salem
Lincolin Avenue
Burns
Flea
A. W. Reynolds & Son
Waylan
Wayman
Corrignon
Owl
Mer. Burns
John Raweirds
Miaple Avenue
Tao
Oatario and
Mayfield
Hudson
James May
Wis
Lackawanna Yard
Scranton
Scott Street Father Hospitalized With Miners Asthma
James Carden of Scott Street, father of Patrolman Patrick Carden and Con stable Martin Carden, is dangerously ill with Miners asthma after recent severe attacks. George Smith of Pike Street is also mentioned as affected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Carden
Scott Street
Patrick Carden
Martin Carden
George Smith
Pike Street
Dying Child and Elderly Neighbor Departures Reported
A person in Emergency hospital after long sailing period and old age infirmities is noted. The one per mille child of Mr and Mrs John Woodie of Vine Street lay in a dying state last night from pneumonia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Woodie
Vine Street
Notable Officials Interview Coal Strike Inquiry Visit
The dispatch notes Edward A. Mosely and Charles P. Neill named as observers for the arbitration committee. Neill, a DC board of charities vice president and Catholic University political economy professor, toured the Erie mine at Mayfield with Knights of Columbus escorts and newspaper men. He donned miner gear, asked miners questions, and valued the practical mining insight for the inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Edward A. Mosely
Ecommerce Commission
Charles P. Neill
Board of Charities
District of Columbia
Neill
Knights of Columbus
St. Rosehall
Dr. Kirby
Catholic University
Washington
Kirby
Carbondale
Erie
Mayfield
Home After Strike Reunites Local Workers
Crusner Weidner returns to Simpson after a month in the bituminous field near Cartersville Texas. He left with David G. Morgan Fred Wagner and son Fred and plans to stay in Tinnels for pay in coal workings. Also noted are several other workers returning from Schenectady Rochester and Belmont Street resuming posts and insurance work in Carbondale.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crusner Weidner
Simpson
Cartersville
West
David G. Morgan
Fred Wagner
Fred
Weidner
Tinnels
Henry McRkennin
Hubert Gerrity
John Hoffinain
Schenectady
Mullenna
Carbondale Indians
David Buteridge
David Watson
Belmont Street
Carbondale
Saturday Night Blaze at Cotler's Plumbing Shop
A fire started by an oakum blaze near J. B. Cotler's plumbing shop on Salem Avenue Saturday evening. Cotler alerted Main Street box 21. neighbors Ulysses Wonnacott and Joseph Powderly used a blanket and water to extinguish the flames. Damage was trifling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cotler
J. B. Cotler
Salem Avenue
Mr. Cotler
Box 21
Main Street
Salon Avenue
Cotlers
Bor
New Literary Club Event Hosted by Mrs Hassett
Friday evening entertainment at the New Literary club featured Miss Annie Maginnis Earle of Philadelphia discussing Od London. The guests enjoyed the hospitable reception and the instructive talk, with the club voting to adopt Little Journeys Through the British.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Literary Club
L. A. Hassett
Annie Maginnis Earle
Philadelphia
London
Scott's Emulsion Promises Relief for Consumptives
An advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion as nourishment for the exhausted system. It claims the tonic provides a breathing spell and strength to lungs and body, aiding the consumptive to gather force and possibly throw off the disease. Free sample offer from Scott & Bowne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scott
Favorite Remedy Promoted for Kidney and Bladder Ailments
An advertisement touts Dr. David Kennedy's Favorite Remedy as highly effective for kidney and bladder issues plus rheumatic and digestive conditions. It cites a pastor's testimonial from Greensburg Kentucky and notes availability in 80 Cant Size and $1 bottles with a free sample by mail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Kennedy
Theodore Hunter
Presbyterian Church
Greensburg
David Kennedy Corporation
Rondout
N.Y
Winter club meeting themed Isles with guests from Scranton and Los Angeles
The gathering featured Frappe and Russian tea as refreshments. Guests included the Misses Richmond of Scranton and Mrs. N. Rice of Los Angeles, California.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
Scranton
N. Rice
Los Angeles
California
Music at Berean Church Highlights Choir progress
The Berean Baptist church choir directed by Hugh Williams impressed worshipers with the morning anthem One Sweetly Solemn Thought soloed by Williams and the evening Jesus My Savior featuring Grace Stone. An orchestra directed by Leon Bly debuted in Sunday school with Sean Bly, Herbert B. Stoddard, Edwin Bly, A Gordon Dimock, G. W. Bly, and Grace Hall, hinting at future appearances in services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berean Baptist Church
Hugh Williams
Williams
Jesus My Savior
Grace Stone
G. W. Bly
Funeral of William Smith on Ontario and Western rails
The funeral for William Smith, who died at his post on the Ontario and Western line last Tuesday night, was held Saturday at St. Rose church. Rev. George Dixon delivered the sermon, praising the deceased and noting the sudden tragedy. Rail workers formed the pallbearers and a long procession accompanied the casket from St. Rose church to St. Rose cemetery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Smith
Ontario and Western Road
St. Rose Cemetery
St. Rose Church
John Byrne
Watertown
N. Y
George Dixon
Francis Gallagher
Richard Kennedy
Wiliam Gilgallon
F B. C. Flood
James Cunningham
James Moran
John McMahon
Michael Clune
William Lewis
John McDonald
After Leather Factory Aimed at Locating Outside City
Isaac Singer of Park clothing house traveled to New York to find a leather factory willing to settle outside the metropolis. His brother Attorney Henry B. Singer of Stern Singer Barr urged the New York firm to move the industry to his native town. Isaac left with information and plans to establish the factory here if favorable. The Singers hope for successful enterprise and local interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Isaac Singer
Park Clothing House
New York City
Metropolis
Singer
Henry B. Singer
Stern, Singer & Barr
New York
Messrs. Singer
Executive shuffle at local yards and shops
Hay Oliver resigns from Hendricks Manufacturing to join Mayfield yard. Ralph Hull returns to work in M. L. Fines' office at D. F. yard after three months away. Albert Huddy takes a post in D. H. Locomotive shops. Fred Sheridan and Matt Dolph also accept roles in D. H. Locomotive shops.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hay Oliver
Hendricks Manufacturing Company
Mayfield Yard
Ralph Hull
M.L. Fines
Albert Huddy
Fred Sheridan
Matt Dolph
D. & H. Locomative
Nurse Hanna Tighe Returns After Engagement
Miss Hanna Tighe, a professional nurse at 4 Sanitarium in Baltimore, returns to her parents on Baltimore's West Side after several weeks in Thompson engaged on a medical case while the sanitarium closed for summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanna Tighe
4 Sanitarium
Baltimore
West Side
Sanitariun
Thompson
Michael Vincent Returned Home After Illness Recovery
Michael Vincent, who was taken dangerously ill while visiting at the home of his sister in law Mrs Patrick Shannon on Canaan Street, was taken back yesterday to his home in Paterson New Jersey. He regained sufficient strength.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Vincent
Patrick Shannon
Canaan Street
Paterson
N. J
Store backs claim with top baby clothes collection
Local retailer promotes its finest baby apparel with a curated selection, highlighting trusted brands, soft fabrics, and infant sizes. The emphasis remains on quality, affordability, and customer service to support the boast.
Imported black goods offered at bargain prices
A shipment of fine imported black goods arrived by accident of trade and is offered for sale at half to two thirds the normal prices.
Dress Shirts Promise Quality Across the Nation
A well known trademark on men’s dress shirts signifies good material and craftsmanship from coast to coast. The label is recognized from Atlantic to Pacific as a mark of reliable quality and durable tailoring.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic
Pacific
Women’s fashions mix Paris styles with home design ideas
For women, built partly on Paris ideas, partly on our own designs and partly on the suggestions made by our customers, are arriving now nearly every day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Exclusive Abroad Treasures Drawn for Discerning Men
Many exclusive items from overseas await the particular man who seeks offbeat goods. Curated selections offer unusual fashions, gadgets, and accessories not commonly found in mainstream shops.
Walking suits in velvet inspired styles gain choice colors
Corduroy fabrics with seven gore flaring skirts and velvet collars create winter walking suits. Velvet and velveteen rise in fashion with colors ranging from black to white and pale blue to moss green. Women buy for suits and shirtwaists at 75 cents a yard.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Castor
Wonderful Towel Value Hemmed PHuckaback Towels 17x34
The offer features 17 by 34 inch hemmed phuckaback towels priced at fifty cents each or one hundred dollars per dozen. This rate is touted as the lowest ever quoted by the house for this grade of towels.
What Fur Women are Beginning to Ask For
The piece notes that women are seeking furs such as squirrel and sable with other classics like chinchilla Persian lamb and marten. It mentions months of consultation with world renowned furriers to guide choices and trends for the season.
All-Wool Serge Yard Goods Ad Highlights Value
An advertisement touts all wool serge at 50 cents a yard for women sewing skirts and gowns. The copy praises the fabric as clean, soft, fine, and well weighted, claiming superior price and quality versus competing makers and noting 12 colors available.
Fall Shirt Waists Highlight Everyday Feminine Style
The piece praises fall shirt waists as equally pretty as more elaborate blouses. It notes everyday waists use sturdier, warmer materials like Louisine, silk, and crepe de chine, offering a distinct feminine style with many fabric options.
Sash Curtain Materials Popular With Housekeepers
Housekeepers favor sash curtain fabrics described as crisp and fresh suitable for room trimming and screens. Thin materials are ready for use, meeting demand among households.
Glove Department Caters to Little Shoppers
A dedicated glove department offers a range from one year old accessories to sturdy kid sizes. Styles include mocha suede Scotch wool and cape gloves with unlined silk lined and Heece lined options.
Local traveler Leaves City on Long Journey
A traveler departed yesterday on the 110 Deh wiute and Hudson train from Lernooh seeking a safer path. Details of destination or cause are limited in available text.
Patriotic Groups Form Local Civic Coalition
Local fraternal and patriotic orders, including Olive Leaf Lodge Odd Pellows Federal Union No T24 and Carbondale Corneil 229 Knights of Columbia, organize a united community effort in Carbondale to promote civic projects and mutual aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Council
Olive Leaf Lodge
Federal Union
Patriotic Order Sons of America
Carbondale Corneil
Knights of Columbia
Leona Moemmelinger Recovers After Diphtheria Attack
Leona Moemmelinger daughter of Mr and Mrs Antone Roemmelinger of Furkte street is able to be out after a dangerous attack of diphtheria.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leona Moemmelinger
Mr. and Airs
Antone Roemmelinger
Fiurkete Street
Local Notes and Visits Across Beranton and Surrounds
Miss Grave Bimrell visits her parents in Beranton while John Wilhine and Wille Wilton spend Saturday evening in Weatherford. Journal staffer J Norman Cielder and Geo Spall depart for York PA on business. Charles Severance and Katherine Gillen are seen in town, with football game attendance noted at Athletic Park. Nebraska guests Mr and Mrs M H Pearce stay with G W Simorrell. Misses Mary Sheridan and Minnie Walsh visit Carbondale. William Burly of Scranton listed among regional notables with Berwallen Diocesan union links and Lancers admiration. Augustus Vincent of New York and Thomas Vincent of St Louis mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grave Bimrell
Beranton
G. Wy. Simrell
John WiHinme
Wille
Jermyn
Katherine Gillen
Orlando
Benton
Jammes Campbell
John Ho Burke
St. Thome college-Key-stone Seminary
Athletic Park
Boranton
M. H. Pearce
Nebraska
G. W. Simorrell
Clarke Avenue
Mary Sheridan
Minnie Walsh
Pittston
Carbondale
Thomas W. Burly
Scrutten
Exscenery
The
Berwailen Diocesan Union
T. A
Sea of the Lancers
Wearbondale Friends
Augustus Vincent
New York
Thomas Vincent
St. Louis
Local Visitors Depart After Short Stay in City
Miss and Potrick Vineet of Paterson North Carolina and Mr Patrick Shannon hosted visitors for a few days before they returned to their homes. Theresa and Margaret Powderly of Scranton spent the sabbath in the city. Miss Hagel Tennant of this city left for Blonesdile last evening and will stay there for some time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Potrick Vineet
Paterson
N. C
Patriclk Shannon
Laxative Brome Quinine Tablets Note Signature
A battered label reads Laxative Brome Quinine Tablets with a signature imprint on each box, marked by the distinctive GUL stamp. The fragment suggests product branding or a formal approval mark from a manufacturer.
Obituary: Mrs Mary Probert Dead at Ingeton
Mrs Mary Probert widow of Rev Edad Probert died suddenly at her daughter’s home in Ingeton. Born in 184, she came from Breconshire to America with her husband and lived in Olyphant since. She served as a Congregational church worker for years and is survived by several children including Mrs Thomas Thoms and Mrs Gwtynt Edwards. Funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon with services at the Congregational church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Drobert
Edad Probert
Gavilyie Biuwards
Ingeton
Gatclosk
Probert
Teall
Thomas Thoms
Wales
Gwitynt Edwards
John KR
Dieter
Anthony Jolonen
Kingston
J. Jonking
Klysle Park
John W
Union Cemetery Interment and Mitigation of Alarm System
S Jones will officiate the funeral and interment will take place in Union Cemetery. The miners union plans a Mitchell Bay observance on Wednesday with an evening program at the Pather Mathew opera house. Addresses will be given by union officers. The Linckwwintia sive tullar is at his home in Hinkesy. An automatic alarm indicator will be installed at the electric light plant to register box numbers and ring the alarm bell, replacing the whistle system. Ferguson returns to New York after a few days at home. Mahon Lawler Rogan and Lynch return from a hunting trip to Stiaarucca.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. Jones
Union Cemetery
Cgal
Mitchell Bay
Pather Mathew
Co Blockberger
Linckwwintia Sive Tullar
Hinkesy
Ferguson
New York
J. Mahon
Jon Lawler
T. F. Rogan
Aug Lynch
Stiaarucca
WIMMERS Special to the Scranton Tribune
WIMMERS reports various short notes from the region. An MWitched yard at Saco is noted. Abriigt Minsters at Dual ton visits his mother Mrs. Wil lim Masters. Edith Rogers of Mi Oley visits here. Miss Chev of Wilkes-Barre visits her sister in Wilmninons. Mrs. Hoyer and daughter settle after nine weeks away. Mire Harmon bags first chilly sunlivel of the season and cooks a squirrel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Saco Yeaterday
Abriigt Minsters
Dualton
Willim Masters
Edith Rogers
Mi Oley
Chev
Wilkes-Barre
Slater
Wilmninons
Hoyer
Nino
Acranton
Dunmore
Tile Harmon
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Coal Strike Arbitration Committee
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W. Brakemar
Wallace Nton
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Washington Ave
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Wimmers
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