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Newspaper

Scranton Tribune

Location

Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 03, 1900

Page

6

One Thing Needful preached by Rev N F Stahl

Rev N F Stahl of Delaware City former Green Ridge pastor preached at Sumner Avenue Presbyterian on the theme one thing needful from Luke xci. He warned poverty health and reputation are not all. Christ is the redeemer and guide. Recitations and solos follow with tickets 75 cents for all sessions.

N. F. Stahl Delaware City Delaware Green Ridge Presbyterian Church Sumner Avenue Presbyterian Church Stahl Christ Jesus Christ USA

Eisteddfod Preparations At Mears Hall Under Ivories Lodge

The event proceeds under the Dews Sant lodge of Ivoriies with one programme change. The afternoon session gains a prize of St WH the Offord for the best rendition among entrants. Preliminary contests will be held in Ivorive hall at 500 Weloolk featuring childrens solos and piano performances.

Mears Dews Sant Lodge Ivoriies Ivorive Hall

Assault and Robbery In Keyser Avenue Rowing From Mines

A Polish man, unnamed, was assaulted and robbed on Keyser avenue Saturday night by fellow countrymen working at the Continental mine. He required Dr. Rowland W. Davies after sustaining heavy injuries. Patrolmen McCoilligan and Collings stopped a disturbance on Ninth street that evening. No arrests were made. Reports from Keyser Valley speak of a disgraceful fight near the railroad on Jackson street with several men implicated and possibly more arrests to follow.

Keyser Avenue Rowland W. Davies Continental McCoilligan Collings Ninth Street Keyser Valley Jackson Street

Solemn Requiem Mass for Mrs. McGarry at Holy Cross

Ter W. P.O Donnell officiated a requiem at Holy Cross Church for the late Mrs. Ede ward McGarry. Rev. J. J. Loughran and Rev. M. Loftus assisted. The church was filled with mourners and the pallbearers included Lawrence Duhiggen and Patrick Curran. Interment followed at Cathedral Cemetery.

Ter. W. P.O Donnell Holy Croes Church Edeward McGarry J. J. Loughran John Hicginson Patrick Joyce Wiliam Cantvhian Thomas Homin Patrick Curran Miles Moffitt William White William DeLacy Ignatius Neolon Cathedral

Underground Mine Tour Ends With Cakewalk At Flanagan Home

A group of young people toured the Bellevue mines on Saturday evening led by James Doyle. After the excursion they gathered at Mr and Mrs Flanagan on Hampton Street for refreshments and a cakewalk. Attendees included Helen Mello Mame Toreuta Annie Flanagan May Murray Lizzie Flanagan Maud Whalen Katharine Mullanugh Edward Burke Frank Cilroy Frank Clarke Thorne Flanagan and James Mahon.

Bellevue Jame Doyle Mre Flanagan Hampton Street Helen Mello Mame Toretua Annie Flanagan Mise May Murray Brooklyn N. V Lizzie Flanagan Maud Whalen Kathe MelMugh Messrs Edward Burke Frank Cilroy Frank Clarke Thomne Flanacaon James Mahon

Two Aublin Women Stand Trial in Notable Assault Case

One of Alderman Kelly's most complex cases was heard Saturday evening as two Aublin women were arraigned on assault and battery threats and malicious mischief charges. After bail was set, five Hungarians were warned to answer to charges.

Kelly

Peddler Debt Row Ends in Violent Clash at Sev enth Street

Women agents selling fault and battery clashed with two indebted residents from the Hungarian community on Sev enth street. A quarrel led to bricks thrown through a door, injuring a baby and a woman, with one man held and another die charred. three others to face further hearings.

Seventh Street Mike Boorr John Donteza Speer Donleyn

Fire at 814 Scranton Street Causes Alarm

An alarm at 640 last evening reported a blaze in the house at 814 Scranton Street. A defective fuse was found and the fire was extinguished with little damage. The Columbia horse carriage axle broke on the way to the fire and driver John Lewis escaped injury.

Scranton Street John Lewis

Funeral rites for Thomas McGowan at St Patrick’s Church

The funeral services for the late Thomas McGowan were well attended at St. Patrick’s church on Saturday afternoon. The deceased’s views were in charge of Reverend Loftus, and interment followed at Cathedral cemetery. Pallbearers included James Gottus, Jamon McHale, William Hawley, John Cadden, Patrick Brown, and John Newcomb.

Thomas McGowan St. Patrick's Church Sey Hey. Loftus Cathedral James Gottus Jamon McHale William Hawley John Cadden Patrick Brown John Newcomb

Church Services Celebrate Week of Activities

The choir and pulpit were adorned with flowers at services. Rev Air Phillipe of Washingtonville Pa preached a fine sermon. Attendance at Sunday school nears five hundred with a picnic planned for Nay Aug in September.

Air Phillipe Washingtonville W. W. Jones Stanley Bortree Porto Rico Porta Rica Epworth League

Local residents share news of travel and daily events

Albert E Bewls of 1120 Division street foreman at Columbia Chemical suffered severe burns at work when molten metal splashed on him in the Dickson shops. Reverend John F P Moffatt returned from vacation and preached yesterday. Several residents departed for visits to New York Philadelphia Atlantic City and Balti more. The funeral of Mrs Caprile Pittack was held yesterday afternoon.

Albert E. Bewls Division Street Columbia Chemial Company Dickson John FP. Moffatt. D. di Washburn Street Presbyterian Vehurch James G. Batley Keystone Academy First Baptist Church William T. Jones Frink Street Europe William T. Davis Washburn Street Lake Winola Agnes Crane Clarke Bros New York John P. Toohey North Lincoln Avenue Seashore Catherine Honar Clarke Tives Philadelphia Atlantic City Blachimore Helen Davis Frances McLain North Main Avenue Wilkes-Barre Henry Tewksbury Alford, Pa Hayden Tewksbury Bulwer Street Trin Pirk Louis Keap Schnectady N. Y Bynom Street Rank Magevern South Lincoln Avenue Berwick Emeline Smith Hyde Park Avenue Charles Swallow Kingston Cora Loach Jackson Street Salt Lake City Mayo 2Unele Slit Sietland Street Great Bend George Keone Henesdale Nellie Riker East Lemon Lulu Knapp North Bromley Avenue Alfred Twining Alfred T. Cook Ewelland Ar Rest Arthur Siover Price Street Delaware Minnie Reese Chestnut Street New Jersey Caprile Pittack

Grain-O: A New Coffee Substitute For Children

Grain-O described as a healthful substitute to coffee for children. It is said to be made from pure grain, prepared like coffee but without caffeine, offered by grocers. The ad-like text promotes Grain-O as a nourishing beverage choice.

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Doan's Kidney Pills Prominent in Scranton Testimony

In a regional testimonial, Mrs Samuel R Jones of Hyde Park credits Doan's Kidney Pills with alleviating years of back pain and urinary issues after using eight to ten boxes. Her husband, John, also reports relief, as the product is advertised by Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY as sole US agents. The plea ends with the familiar dosage prompt.

Scranton Dean Scranton Chuisen Samuel R. Jones Eynon Street Hyde Park Dosdin Jones’ Drug Store South Main Street Alee John Tye Down Foster-Milburn Co Buffalo NS. Y United States Doan

Local Church Notices and Resident Updates

An adjourned meeting of St. Davids parishioners was held to discuss updating the church indebtedness. Various residents report returns from travels and visits, while several families announce new arrivals and upcoming relocations. An accident injured Edward Morse and Conrad Lutz during an Elmhurst Boulevard ride by Electric City Wheel men.

Emmett Street Trinity Lutheran Church Forest Till William Wrigley Price Street St. David's Richard Tichard Hampton Street John Hughes Gouldeboro David Jones Fivenavon South Wates Thomas Jones North Bromley Avenue Arizona James Tovey May Jones North Malin Avenue New York Walter Lewis North Hyde Park Avenue Clark's Summit Hellenue Frank J Ralph B. Collins Thomas Collins South Main Avenue Arthur Williams Kingston Grifith Williams Fellevue Electric City Elmhurst Boulevard Edward Morse Conrad Lutz Kathryn Price Keyser Avenue Hugh Davis Welsh Calvinistic Methodist Church Plymouth Congregational Church Delle Wvipond Academy Street Ontario

North Scranton Socials and Obits Highlight Week

Miss Dora Tavie hosts guests from West Market Street including Hutton Johns Parrish and Evans while evan services proceed. Harry Johnson dies in a mine accident and his funeral set for today. Community notes list returns, trips, births, illnesses, and a YWCA reception at 1921 Cedar Avenue.

Dora Tavie West Market Street Harry Hutton Joshua Johns George Parrish Frymouth John T. Evans Charles Evans Evans Davia Harry Johnson Dickson Mine Frederick Johnson Grace Street Carbondale St. J. Reese Puritan Congregational Church Maryland R. ¥. Clymer Lock Haven Harry Bumgardner North Main Avenue W. ¢. Sanders Church Avenue New York New England J. A. Hopewell The Providence Register Miss Hazel Buffalo Cleveland Niagara Falls Toronto St. Lawrence River Montreal Quebec John Watkins Putnam Street Eno Clark Wood Street Crystal Lake Frank Cooper Kingston Providence M. BE Holand Clark Mine Ethel Owego Dr. Forsyth Mrs. Peck Belmont Terrace New England States

Couple Married In South Scranton Nups

Miss Annie Hes singer of Willow Street wed William Otto Martin of New York Saturday evening at 8 by Rev. W A North at the bride's home. Miss Louise Everhard t attended the bride, William Hessinger served as best man. They will begin housekeeping at 14 Willow Street.

Annie Kessinger William Otto Martin New York United W. A. North Celia Heler Henry Engle Birch Street Annie Hessinger Willow Street New York City Hickory Street Presbyterian Church Misa Louise Everhardt Honesdale William Hessinger

Ninth Birthday Party for Miss Celia Heler

Miss Celia Heler hosted a Saturday evening birthday party at her Cedar avenue home. Friends enjoyed games and a light luncheon. Attendees included Mabel Coleman Lille Heuster Carrie Kelper Hertha Heler Yella Schank Minnie Heuster Mamie Dombacher Jennile Toee Anna Rosar Lillie Dowater Kate Heler Riva Helst Lottie Pickus Mary Frey Cora Heuster Nellie Bernehert Ligele Kelper Moellie Ledger Emma Hartman Adverda Kennedy Mollie Schank Irene Katgwinkle Mamie Wirth Mary Louren Miller Trancis Mickus Fred Keiper Wille Heuster Charles Hewster Clinton Kennedy and Mrs Amelia Hartman and Mrs Minnie Heler.

Celia Heler Cedar Avenue Mabel Coleman Lille Heuster Carrie Kelper Hertha Heler Yella Schank Minnie Heuster Mamie Dombacher Jennile Toee Anna Rosar

Narrowing translation: Pea Coal delivers to South Side areas

Pea Coal offers delivery at 1.25 dollars per ton to South Side central city and central tyde Park with service extending to J. T. Sharkey and Cedar Avenue.

Pea Coal South Side Central City Central Tyde Park Addrom J. T. Sharkey Cedar Avenun Photie

Local notices from Capouse avenue and Green Ridge events

Mise Bixler visits Boston as Capouse residents hear September schedule changes. Brotherhood meetings in Hull building Dickson Avenue paused for September. Mrs Hangl recovers after illness. W W Patterson from Philadelphia visits Green Ridge. Kings Daughters meet at Mrs Hoss home and first president expected. Christina Lindsay hosts Green Hideo Dancing Club with guests from Hull, Bradford and Stabl incl Van Dusen and Morgs. Florence Snowden visits Factoryville. Margaret and Leila Woodruff noted in line.

Mise Bixler Mabel Pordhim Capouse Avenue Boston Brotherhood of St. Paul Hull Building Dickson Avenue J. F. Hangl W. W. Patterson Philadelphia Green Ridge J. K. Hoss Electric Sanderson Avenues Aociety Mises Christina Lindsay Green Hideo Dancing Club Monsey Avenue Mlesey Blanche Hull Helen Banderson Kate Nettleton Carrie Pennell Edith Hit Dorothy Dimmick Eleanor Reynolds Clare Reynolds Minnie Morss Lira van Cleef Alissen Bradford Stabl Delaware Misnes van Dusen George Davincon Julius Clarence Morgs Donald Hull Walter Fordham Corser George Russ Edwin Carlton Shafer John Dunn George Lathrop Florence Snowden Sunset Avenue Factoryville Margaret and Leila Woodruff

Notable Local Obituaries and Deaths in Scranton Area

A batch of obituaries and funeral notices from Scranton and vicinity. Perry Heen of Danville Ta dies at 75 after long illness. Thomas Richards, 67, of Swetland Street area, succumbs after heart trouble. Deceaseds include Kean, Evans, Shoeraker, Ruth, and Wert with services planned across days. Interments scheduled at local cemeteries.

Thomas Richards Swetland Street Heobetry Avenue Wright Deon Oxfont Wales Scranton Cleek Magione Willy

Fierce struggle as burly thief flees at break of day

H L Thompson of Peckville confronts a large thief on South Main street after hearing a chicken coop disturbance. A 40 minute fight ends when Thompson’s loaded shotgun misfires. the suspect escapes, leaving eight chickens and stolen papers from Justice of the Peace Mason.

H.L. Thompson Peckville South Main Street Mr. Thompson Thompson Furty Hhs Howe Mrs. Jones Mr. Jones Jones Office of Justice of the Peace Mason Blakely Ridge

Also Mentioned on This Page

West Sumner Avenue Church Dewi Sant Lodge Ivorites Tl Dren Bnitlieh Dews Font Eisteddfod Jenkins S. Main Avenue Alderman Kelly Globe Warehouse Labor Day North Scranton Estelle Rosar Mamie Eck Lote Hartman Tin Hornin Ella Engle Elizabeth Reapmores Arthur Sherman George Reapmiller Fred Fleisch John Fugehn Theodore Fugehn Arthur Gets Elizabeth Woods Little Falle James Keeler Sara Needham Hae Harver's Lake Patrick Donnelly Buelens Pittston Avenue Steelowk McCleary Jersey City Joseph Hattnick, Jr James PF. Thest August Schimpf Miss Pontius Lake Winala William Roth Alder Street Oxford N. J Henry Fuchiel William Gutheing Lake Underwood William Helns Washington Avenue Schimpil's Laura Saft Williamsport J. H. Carlyon Dalton Amaelia Koch Lake Ariel George Hartman Charles Snyder Pictvten Avenue Lake Scranton John Reuther Neptune Place Neptune Engine Company Neptune South Scranton Plectric Avenue Mansfield Perry Heen Danville Deen Ale Win Coal Dern Pitti Lee Verite Wesley Gartner Thin Ely Sarah Doon Iwtwitle Dorph Kean Uletrich Evan Avans Lickawotina Weatern Mertier South Wate Adem Shoeraker Progpert Pitts Awotine Demency Ruth Mere John Rwarte Laverne Atrent Howe the O'Elorth Wawdburth Street Matilda Yveurohl Peter Kouf Hiver Eugene Wert West Fit Street Yestery Cemety Aternan Sitevices Corree Borden Agle Brand Astreas Borden's Condensed Milk Co N.Y Yceum Theatre Burgander & Reis A J. Duffy Lyceum Theatre William Gillette Secret Service Americaid Australia Wile Academiy OF Music Buruunder & Reis Lessees H. R Brown King Dramatic Company Lawrence Grattan Auccones Mowlay Chevy Pickers Lalor New Gaisty Theatre Cotthold’s —Gicanteans Tony Pastor Theatre N Stroudsburg State Normal the & W. BR Sie Cix Different de Ente Courera Posie Tichs Srecoten A. M Stroudsburg Pia Gordon H. S. Gordon Ays Bethlehem Lehigh Valley Railroad State Fair Seventon Tates Justice of the Peace Mason Smith
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