Mysterious fakir disrupts visit at North Main hotel
A stranger calling himself Thomas McHugh, later identified as Michael Monahan, caused a scene at Richard McHugh’s hotel on North Main Avenue. He claimed knowledge of McHugh’s missing son and tried to extort money, resisted orders, and was jailed after an attempted attack. Monahan is linked to a prior case involving Dr Carroll and aPrice Street relative. He faces a hearing this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richard McHugh
North Main Avenue
McHugh
Fort Wayne
Ind
Mr. McHugh
Mr McHugh
Monahan
Brige
Ladies Guild Hosts Birthday Entertainment at St David’s
The Ladies Guild of St David's Episcopal Church held a birthday evening in the church hall with flags and bunting. W A Price led as chairman and Prof Lewis Watkin s accompanied. Garfield Davis played piano, Miss Etta Dunkerry sang, W J Davie and David Jenkins performed a duet, and Hugh Gray recited. John Evans played a violin solo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Guild of
St. David's Episcopal Church
W. A. Price
Lewis Watkins
Garfield Davis
Etta Dunkerry
Hugh Gray
John Evans
Desperate Hearings in Desertion Case End in Jail
Mrs Olenvitski of Fourth Street faced Alderman Kelly on desertion and assault charges pressed by her husband. She insulted men during the hearing and failed to post $900 bail, leading to commitment to the county jail. Olenvitski challenged order, insulted the alderman, and was fined ten dollars or fifteen days, then accompanying his wife to jail.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Olenviticki
Fourth Street
Kelly
Olenvitski
Michael
Benefit concert at First Welsh Congregational Church
A benefit concert is held this evening at the First Welsh Congregational Church. The programme features Bolo numbers and solos by William Evans Cornet, Professor J. F. Jones, Miss Liggle Jenkins, Mrs. M. J. Boston-Williams, Edwin Bowen, and others with duets and recitations. Concert starts at o'clock with admission 3 cents for adults and 16 cents for children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Welsh Congregational Church
Bolo
William Evans Cornet Bolo
J. F. Jones
Miss Liggle Jenkins
Golo
Margaret Davis Cornet Bolo
Funeral for William M. Wilson Held at Simpson Methodist Church
Funeral services for William M. Wilson of North Garfield Avenue were held yesterday at Simpson Methodist Church. Rev J Sweet delivered the sermon with tributes to his character. Masonic and railroad lodge members attended, floral tributes lay in profusion, and interment followed at Washburn Street Cemetery after a large procession.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William M. Wilson
North Garfield Avenue
Simpson Methodist Church
J. & Sweet
Lackawanna Lodge
Order of
Hyde Park Lodge of
Masons
Washburn Street
Horace
New Creppin Skirt Promises Style And Quality
A stylish smooth finish creppin skirt debuts with a high grade finish aimed at fashion seekers. The product emphasizes effective design and quality materials for a refined look and lasting wear.
Neighbor Arrested After Threats and Assault in Hampton Street
Patrick Joyce of Hampton Street reported threats to his life by neighbor John La Murray also known as John Williams. Williams assaulted Mrs Joyce last Saturday, discolored her eye, and waived a hearing then posted 300 bail for future court appearance. Warrants were issued for Mr and Mrs Joyce on similar charges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Patrick Joyce
Hampton Street
John la Murray
John Williams
Joyce
Williams
Alderman Howe
Fire alarm sounded but little damage reported at double house
An alarm from box 32 at Hampton street and South Main avenue summoned fire crews yesterday morning. A blaze began in the Rock street section occupied by Lewis Harris. the other section housed by J T Williams. The Columbias and Franklina arrived promptly but damage was minor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hampton Street
South Main Avenue
Rock Street
Lewis Harris
J.T. Williams
Columbias
Franklina
Local church reception after pastor's return from vacation
The Rev. Thomas DeGrachy of the Jackson Street Baptist church returns at noon. A 7:50 pm reception for him and family by church members and Sunday school is planned with a musical and literary program. Public invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas DeGrachy
Jackson Street Baptist Church
Levi Williams
South Main Avenue
Atlantic City
Anna
Mary Jones
Landis Street
Laike Ilewside
Jennie Thomas
Corbett Avenue
New York City
Mises Jennie Morgane
North Sumner Avenue
Shoemaker
North Hyde Park Avenue
Lake Winola
Minnie Davie
Philadelphia
Lewis Williams and Son
North Main Avenue
Tamauquit
Margaret Corey
Annie Williams
Bloomsburg Normal School
Henry P. Davies
Eynon Street
Ocean Grove
John J. Davies
T. T. Thomas
University of Pennsylvania
West Boranton
Factoryville
Muttle Mitches
Mazleton
May Jones
North Rebecca Avenue
Rose Carroll
Carbondale
Mesers
Willling Gilles
Samuel Smale
John Phillips
Plymouth
John Jones
Edwardsdale
Grand Lodge of Loyal Knights of America
Yoko Fellows Band to Lead Evening Service at Scranton Street Baptist
The Yoko Fellows Band of the Miall fond Young Men's Christian association will conduct the evening service at Scranton Street Baptist church on Sunday evening. A fine program of exercises has been arranged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yoko Fellows
Miallfond Young Men's Christian Association
Scranton Street Baptist Church
Naomi Jones
Kynon Street
George Saunders
Hampton Street
George &. Staples
Mullein Street
Delaware Water Gap
Delaware
Deuckuyaaroo
Western
Fred Cramer
North Gertield Avenue
West Side Hospital
John Toole
Hennessy Court
Hyde Park Catholic Cemetery
West Side
Luzerne Street
Street Parade to Celebrate Loyal Knights Anniversary
Garfield lodge Loyal Knights of America marks its fourteenth anniversary with a large street parade led by Anthracite Wheelsmen and Citizens band. After marching, the group will convene at Company Harmony for speeches and a banquet. Public invitation extended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Main Avenue
Frank Sheridan
Kelser Avenue
Frank Clark
William Street
Newbury
James McCloakey, Jr
Weat Marvel Street
Dickson Mine
Woman testifies against husband in assault case at Minooka
Mrs. Mary Lynn sworn for warrant against her husband William Lynn after he allegedly struck her with a table knife and she with a fist during a dispute over money. Alderman Ruddy freed Lynn on assault charges and set bail on non support. Several funeral notices and local society events are listed, including church anniversaries and a St. Mary parish fundraiser.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Lynn
Minooka
Ruddy
Lynn
Mary Reidenbach
Bione Avenue
Zitgieman
Pittston Avenue
Spruks
Pitt
Young People's Society
Hickory Street Presbyterian Church
Albert C. Wirth
Elisabeth, N. J
Hyde Park Cathodc Cemetery
Herbert
John Willlaime
Beech Street
Tok Place
Burhal
Minooka Cemetery
Frederinck W. Millar
Pittston Avers
W. A. Nott
Piliston Avenue
St. Aloysius Total
Penevelent Society
St. John’s
Pharmacy Hall
M. J. Donahoe
John J. Coyne
Lecture by Miss Malle Conklin at Dunmore Methodist Church
Miss Malle Conklin will deliver a lecture at the Dunmore Methodist Episcopal church on Monday evening September 1. The Indy comes highly recommended. The borough council met and heard routine business. Ward reported complaints about a crowd of young men near the borough building and recommended police action to stop loafing. The town paid August bills and ordered hydrant bids reviewed. The funeral of Mrs. James Thompson of Clay Avenue was held yesterday with interment at Pittston. The funeral of Mrs. Elisabeth Crane of Cherry Street followed with high mass at St Marys Church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malle Conklin Willl
Dunmore Methodist Episcopal Church
Indy
Musers
Ward
Walah
Harper
Wentsel
Burgess Burschyl
James Thompson
Clay Avenue
Pittston
Pall-Bestera
James Cranston
James Skeoch
D. Sheppard
Linsey McMillen
John Bkooch
W. F. Gibbons
Presbyterian Church
Mra
Elisabeth Crane
Cherry Street
St. Mary's Church
Boiler Install Advances at Dunmore Steam Mill
Bohoonover of Blakely Street is seriously ill at home. Boilers for the Dunmore steam mill have arrived and are being installed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bohoonover
Blakely Street
Dunmore
Local Notes From West Minooka And Nearby Areas
Mrs John Langan of Boston Mans visits Mr John Langan in West Minooka. The township school board meets this evening. A strong turnout was seen at the Republican county convention in Beranton. James McDonald of Waverly Minn plans to return home today. Attention centers on the Young Mens Institute joint excursion to Harveys Lake on Sept 20. OCon nell council members press to make the affair a local event if possible.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Langan
Boston
Mans
West Minooka
Beranton
James McDonald
Waverly
Minn
Young Men's Institute
Harvey's Lake
O'Connell Council
Opening Day at Scranton Conservatory of Music
Scranton Conservatory of Music opens for registration in all departments today. Students should register now to be ready for start of regular work tomorrow. Pupils may enter any time, but starting at the beginning of the term is advantageous. A limited number of evening classes will be formed. Visitors are welcome.
Obituary notices for Elizabeth and Mary Richmond
Elizabeth, daughter of Mr and Mrs Hae word TNivis, Sloan Street, died early yesterday. No funeral arrangements yet. Mary TF Richmond died Monday morning September 6 at her daughter's home in Peitolt Michigan. Remains to be brought to Scranton Wednesday afternoon for burial from the late home at 10 Jefferson Avenue. Funeral announcements to follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth
Ted
Morthe
Mtr
Wand Mra
Haeword Tnivis
Sloan Street
Mary TF. Richmond
Peitolt
Mich
Willie Browglit
Scranton
Jefferson Avenue
Blondin and the Niagara Rope Walks Remembered in London
London papers recount Blondin the daring aerialist who crossed Niagara in 1859 and 1860, the crowds, the peril, and his later feats on stilts blindfolded and with stunts. They note public admiration and the Prince of Wales’s exclamation when the feats were done.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Blondin
Niaeara
Ealing
Niagara Falls
Blendin
Prince of Wales
Mendin
Shoe Sale Triumph Crowds Fill City Store
A local retailer touts a record shoe sale last Saturday with thousands of pairs sold at half price. The manager notes enormous crowding and promises similar or bigger deals this week as buyers rush in claiming bargains and fast turnover.
Attorneys and Doctors List Scranton Area
A fragmented roster lists doctors dentists and attorneys in Scranton and surrounding streets. Entries include Dr Kay on Penn Ave with hours 1-6 and 7-4 pm and Dr Bateson on N Washington Ave 1 am to 4 pm. Lawyers JESSUP JESSUP and ALFRED HAND WILLIAM J HAND and others occupy Commonwealth building and National Bank Building with various room numbers.
Also Mentioned on This Page
City
Whispering Hope
Ttn Dunkerry
Margaret Phillips
Will Evans
David Stephens
Davis
Jenkins
Misa Gertrude Freeman Bolo
M. J. Boston-Williams
Darkies Patrol
Norma Willlame
Joan Clarke
Edwin Bowen
J. W
David Solo
W. J. Davis
Harp of the Winds
M. J. Beston-Willams
Globe Warehouse
Sumner
Agnes Rows
Mis
Finley Row
William Rosa
Mr Bulgin
The
Christian Church
Christian Conference
Benton
Columbia County
Mannah
Mary Harrington
D. Houlihan
Michael McGuire
Parker Street
Sn Rapidy
Feam
Memie Lewis
Honeastale
John Jervis
Wayne Avenue
William Williams
Ashley, Pa
Clara Wolf
Honestale
John
David Lewis
Daniel Price
William Richards
Thomas James
Henry Hitching
Richmondale
M. E. McCormick
Connecticut
William Paleskey
Alderman Roberts
Jenn Mateovitz
Paleskey
Fenton
Notary Public
B. G. Morgan & Son
Notaris Public
Real Bstate
Foreign Exchange
Ocean Ticket
Jackson Street
Mluscrave
J. C. King
TV Logoy Weslack
Awanna Avenue
North Scranton
South
Hunmore
New York
Cor
Lacka. and
Wyoming Aves
Newark
Fatious Blondin
Lebich Vaillon Railroad
Wilkes-Barre
Jus Lackawanna Avenue
Teac Oace
E. Robinson's Sons
Old Dominion Line
Old Point Comfort
Ginia Beach
Richmond, VA
OLD Dominion Steamship
Pier
North River
V.L. Gquillaudeu
Traffle Mgr
Physicians and Surgeons
Kay
Penn Ave
Bateson, WI
Washington Avenue
Ll. Frey
Jewell Building
Club Spruce Hirell
Mary A. Shepherd
M. D
Momeopathlat
Adama Avenive
A. Trapold
Wyoming Avenue
Spruce Street
Ofice
W. BR. Allen
North
Wash- Tekem Avenue
L. M. Gates
L. Fpreas
Pr. & W. Vamoreaus
Adana
GROOK
James H. Torrey
Bours
Commonwealth Building
Frank BE. Boyle
Corjellorei
Bupe
Washitiato Avenue
Jpevreys & Ruddy
Libiaw
Commonwoth
Jessup
Hiv
Weelington Avenue
Patterson & Wilcox, T Rs' National Bank Builying
Alfred Hand
William J. Hand
Common Wealth Building
Frank T. Orell
Coal Methane Ieee
James W. Garford
L. A. Watres
Ionnron
Comegys
D. B. Replogle
Oplite Security
Sears
Bounce Street
Br F. Killam
West Yomning Avenue
Hamilton
Commonwealth Bldg
Percival J J, Morris
Board of Trade Building
Edward H. Davis
EB L. Walter
Lew 18 Hancock, JR
Spruce St
Cor, Warn. Ave
Frederick L. Brown
Price Building
Lacey & Son, Architects
Traders’ National Bank
J. O. Lyman
Washington
F. L. Acgraw
H. F. Reynolds
P. O
DR. BY. Harrison
Main Ave
C. C. Laubach
Wyoming Ave
Snover
M. E. Davis
Adams Avenue
Barring & Msweeney
Common
Interstate Secret Service Agency
Jos. Kuettel
Lackawanda Avenue
Leeds
G. R. Clark & CO
Green House
Telephone
ELK Cafe
Franklin Avenue
P. Zeigler
Scranton House
Victor Koch
Bauer
K. J. Bauer
Wyoming Averide
Hulbert
Miero
Megargee Brothers
Frank P. Brown & CO
Wert
Lackawanna Ave
Thomas Aubrey
Countant
Avister
Post Office
Rex
Tribune Publishing CO
Sean Soablen
Eve Banen
Cleveland
John H. Phelps
Pharmacis
Kline Shorco
Lackawanna
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