Labor Day Parade in Scranton Draws Huge Crowds
Labor Day in Scranton showcased a monster parade and a vast industrial division stretching nearly two miles. Spectators packed Laurel Hill park for speeches by Frank Morrison and local officials as thousands joined in a record turnout for organized labor activities and a big public celebration at Hotel Rudolph and nearby venues.
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Laurel Hill Park
Scranton
Labor Union
Martin D. Flaherty
Central Labor Union
P. J. Thomas
American Federation of Labor
A. Langerfeld
Lawrel Hill Park
Hotel Rudolph
Frank Morrison
Chicago
Henry White
New York City
National Garment Workers of America
Scranton Railway Company
Linden Street
Jonas Long
Frank Carlucci
Luther Keller
D. R. Atherton
Board of Trade
Bauer
Bani
BP. J. Thomas
C. Ben Johnson
Morrison
Samuel Gompers
Omaha
Congress
Senate
A. Spaulding
Elmhurst
Hazleton
Lattimer
Spaulding
Gomer Jones
Lehigh
Morrison Banquet Highlights Labor Leader and Typographers
An impromptu dinner honored Frank Morrison secretary of the American Federation of Labor and prominent Typographical man. James Clarke served as toastmaster as the Morrison Typographical Social club formed with officers and honorary members named. Morrison and White will tour local mines today before departing.
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American Federation of Labor
Morrison
Lee
Spalding
Typographical Union
James Clarke
James Clark
P. J. Moran
Gus Welnss
P. G. Carr
Frank Morrison
Chicago
Harry White
New York
B. Johnson
A. F. Yost
J. F. Mitchell
Messrs. Morrison
White
Iisltors
Tragedy on Delaware Lackawanna Tracks Claims Duryea Man
David Wateh of Duryea, a Connell's mine worker, was killed while walking home from work at about 6 pm. He stepped between trains on the Delaware Lackawanna and Western line near Taylor station and was struck by a southbound passenger train. His body was mutilated and identified hours later. he leaves a wife and two young children.
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David Wateh
South Side
Connell
Duryea
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western
Taylor Station
Triial
Young man falls from railing at Jersey Central station
Morgan Harris and two companions, all intoxicated, fell twenty feet from a railing at the Jersey Central station around 2 AM. Harris escaped injury, while two others were arrested after a night outended by police. Mayor Hailey released Harris after questioning.
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Jersey Central
Morgan Harris
Hailey
Harris
City Notes Highlight Local Meetings And Events
An important meeting of the Central Womens Christian Temgecome union is set for this afternoon at noon. The regular Florence Critterton home board meeting occurs this morning at 9 o'clock. Weniell Lane Davenport of Green Riderie is jailed for jumping on a Delaware Lackawanna and Western train. The St Luke's parish house ceremony will be held at 5 this evening. The October 0 celebration at Wilkes-Barre will be large with rail transport plans arranged. Kathryn Maher of North Washington Avenue is appointed organizer for local ladies and cadet societies.
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Central Wonens Christian Temgecome Union
Fo Oelock
Florence Critterton
Weniell Lane Dawen
Green Riderie
Millar
Dielaware, Lackawanna and Western
Wil
Bt. Luke's
Wyoming Avenue
Scranton Diocesan Union
Wilkes Murre
The
Union
Wilkes-Harre
Kathryn Maher
North
Wishington Avenue
Keller Formally Committed to Jail
Joseph Keller who shot and instantly killed Peter Mayer in Dunmore on Sunday afternoon July 1 was recommitted after a formal hearing before Squire Krotger to await his trial. District Attorney Jones noted a possible defect in the commitment form and witnesses were heard as Keller’s attorney Scrags moves to secure bail.
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Jones
Keller
Joseph Keller
Peter Mayer
Dunmore
Squire Krotger
Wold
Commonwealth
John F. Scrags
Trolley Car Jumps In Scranton Neighborhood
A Laurel Line trolley derailed after jumping the northbound track near Petersburg hill curve around 2 PM delaying service to Laurel Hill Park for Labor Day. A stone jammed between rail and guard rail. no one was hurt though rumors said injuries. Cars remained in service until late evening. report not required due to no injuries.
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Laurel For Ne
Scranton Railway Company
Petersburg Hill
Laurel Hill Park
Funeral for John Mucklow Held at Greenwood
The funeral for John Mucklow was held Sunday from the family residence in Greenwood with Rev. Dr. Hanks and Rev. Mr. Young officiating. The service ended with a eulogy. interment followed at Taylor Methodist Episcopal cemetery. Pallbearers included five sons and one nephew: William of Dupont, Robert of Greenwood, BP Povle/Mucklow partner, Prichard of Avoca, George of Minersville, and nephew William Macklen of Taiana.
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John Muecklow
Greenwood
Dr. Hanks
Dateville
Mr. Young
Delaware
Mr. Hanks
Mme
Young
Methodist Episcopal Cemetery
Taylor
William
Dupont, Pa
Tobert
FL BP
Povle and
Eurekas Defeat Minookas In Ten-Run Sixth Inning
The Eurekas of North Indiana defeated the Minooka team 8 runs in the sixth inning at Athletic Park yesterday before about 1000 spectators. Outside the sixth inning the game was tight with spirited play but Minooka collapsed in that frame. Both teams displayed foolish wrangling on the professional diamond. The detailed score follows.
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Furekas
North Ind
Minooka
Athletic Park
Car And Wagon Collision At City Crossing
At the corner of Adame avenue and Spruce street an inward bound car collided with a Dunmere Steam Wagon at 8 o clock in the evening, demolishing the car tender and part of the wagon running gear. No injuries, but occupants were shaken. Motorman says wagon cut across track, driver claims car sped and failed to heed crossing. Eye witnesses identified many bystanders in the crowd.
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Tittstenen
Dunmere Steam Bettiing Works
Adame Avenue
Spruce Street
Wigen
Sid
Jane the Bel
Roth
Davitt Wins Equity Suit Over Scranton Property
Judge Archbald ruled in favor of W. H. Davitt in the equity suit against Joseph H. Duggan and Patrick Cullen. Davitt is declared rightful owner of the North Scranton property and court orders transfer, with Davitt paying the remaining balance of 205 dollars. Duggan must pay costs and 60.96 dollars as part of 252.25 dollars due.
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W. H. Davitt
Joseph AH. Duggan
Patrick Cullen
Archhbald
Scranton
Archbald
Mr. Davitt
Davitt
Dugean
Costa
North Main Avenue Property Owners Meeting
A meeting of North Main Avenue property owners convenes this evening to discuss paving plans and ways to oppose injunction proceedings filed by opponents of the paving until a sewer issue is resolved.
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Company H Armeory
North Main Avenue
Thote
Prostrated by Heat During Parade on Lackawanna Avenue
Miss Mary Davies age fourteen daughter of Mrs Thomas J Davies of Fifteenth street was overcome by heat yesterday morning while watching the parade on Lackawanna avenue. She was taken to Matthews drug store where Dr J J Roberts treated her. After restoration she returned home and by night was much better and expected to be well in a few days.
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Mary Davies
Thomas J. Davies
Fifteenth Street
Lackawanna Avenue
Matthews’ Drug Store
J. J. Roberts
Obituary notices from Scranton area run
DIED. EMERICK. In Scranton bent 3, 194. Emerick mother of James Neilon at her life home 0 bireh strovl at 3 p m aged SS years. GALLAGHER. In West Scranton September 4 1% William Gallagher 4 year old son of Mr and Mrs J A Gul Meher of 18 Jackson street. Funeral from residence the afternoon at o clock. Interment Washburn Street cemetery. MANTA. In Scranton Pa Bent 6 ben at TM a m Mish Magabeth Manta at her late home LIVE Miteton avenue. Funeral at P o'clock Wednesday afternoon Interment Pittston avenue cemetery.
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Emerick
Scranton
Bent
James Neilon
Gallagher
West Scranton
William Gallagheor
J. A. Gul- Meher
Jackson Street
Washburn Street
Manta
Ben
Miteton Avenue
Fueneral
Pittston Avenue
Lake Shore Line in Chicago Fast Transit to Niagara Folle
The Lake Shore railroad forms the old western line of Chicago’s elevated loop with over a thousand trains daily. Trains stop at Lake Shore station on Van Buren Street, offering prompt service across the city. Lake Shore management emphasizes superior comfort for riders. An Interesting Trip to Niagara Folle Sept and $5.00 vita the Lehigh Valley.
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Lake Shore Railroad
Chicago
City of
Lake Shore
van Buren Street
Niagara Folle
Lehigh Valley
Hood's Sarsaparilla Promotes Health and Strength Claims
An advertisement asserts a strong nation comes from strong men and healthy women with Hood's Sarsaparilla, calling it America’s Greatest Medicine. It promotes Hood's Pills as the only companion pills to Hood's Sarsaparilla, claiming ease and efficiency.
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Hood
America
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George Osmond
Alex Glarner
Lawrence Mand. Huilding Trades Council and Central Labor Union
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Guih's
Tinnera
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Ringold Bari
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Iet) Bari
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Taylor Cornet Band
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Electric City Lodge
International Machiniata
Citizens’ Band
Master Horseshorts’ Association
Torseshoers’ International Union
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Hunt & Connell Company
Lackawanna Laundry
J. Biebecker
Heine's
Robinson's Sons
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Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company
Crystal Steam Laundry Company
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Furs
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Bill Porters
John Benore & Son
Scavenger
Mulherin & Judge
Scranton Fire Brick Company
J. Td, Powell & Co
Keyetone Plaster Company
Clarke'n
Standard Sewing Machine Company
W. H. Pierce
Frank Cartucci
Lackawanna
Goldsmith's Bazaar
Clarke Bros
Lackawanna Brewing Company
Lackawanna Steam Bakery
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Court House Square
Matoes
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Pierce’s Market
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Connell Building
Wilson
Dimensions
Conrad
Locke
Creatoc
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Eneroner
A. F. Aizer
Charles B. Scott
Franklin Ave
Suranton Savings Bank
Mercereau & Connell
Surtsheastzun
Pennsylvania
Mt. Pleasant Coal
Ocea
Mao
W. T. Smith
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