West Scranton Events Highlight Child’s Narrow Escape
The 4-month-old daughter of John McManus of 66 North Main avenue almost was struck by a North Main avenue street car in West Scranton yesterday morning at about 10. Conductor P A Barns and motorman Tom Edwards operated the car but could not stop in time. The child was picked up by the crew and found uninjured after Dr. A K Reynolds examined her.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John McManus
North Main Avenue
Clarke Brothers’ Encrvatures
Wat Scranton
P. 4d. Barns
Tom Edwards
A. KB. Reynolds
Friendship Fire Company Invited to Attend State Convention
At a Monday evening meeting of Columbia Hoge and Chenmleal company they voted to invite the Friendship Fire Company number one of Dlowmreharge as guests at the state convention. A band will accompany the procession with several local firms and individuals listed as supporting attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia Hoge and Chenmleal Company
Friendship Fire Company
Dlowmreharge
Etate Dreren
Kirk
T. WH. Mattes
Ro Walsh
Washouri
Williams & Company
Maloney Il Compiny
Rev
Social gathering at Durkin home honors visiting cousin
A Monday evening gathering at Mrs Catherine Durkin of Tanzerne Street honored her cousin Miss Mire Meloncugl of NewUfila, Den. Attendees included Misses Mary McDonough, Hin Bol ton, Magele Lilly, Kathe Tierney, Mageirie Tierney, Marie Kurd, Maggie Bolton, Julia O'Brien, Nellie McAullif, Mary Durkin, Maggie Durkin with refreshments served later.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Catherine Durkin
Tan Zerne Street
Homer
Mies Mire Meloncugl
New Uflila
Den
Aone
Mary McDonough
Hinn Bolton
Magele Lilly
Kathe
Mageirie Tierney
Marie Kurd
Magle Bolton
Julia O'Brien
Nellie McAullif
Mary Durkin
Maggie Durkin
Measre
Local Patent Goods Ad Lists Remedies and Prices
An old advertisement lists remedies such as Paines Celery Compound Pinkham's Compound Pierce's Golden Medical Dis Mellon's Food with prices 70, 75, 38 and 55 cents on S&S Main Avenue.
Notable Names Listed in Parish Roll Call
Thomas Tierney Michael Kelly J Gannon Edward and Thomas Berry John Mester Patrick Hughes Frank McCooligan Sheerin John O Arion and John Lilly are named in the reader’s roll call of parish correspondents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Tierney
Michael Kelly
J. Gannon
Edward and
Thomas Berry
John Mester
Patrick Hughes
Frank McCooligan
Sheerin
John O' Arion
John Lilly
Davies and Jones to pursue pharmacy studies in Buffalo
Henry P Davies of South Main Avenue and his brother John J Davies have left for Buffalo New York where Henry will attend the Buffalo College of Pharmacy and take a position. Frank Jones brother of druggist D M Jones of South Mal Avenue will join next week to also study pharmacy in Buffalo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry P. Davies
South Main Avenue
John J. Davies
Buffalo
N. Y
Buffalo College of Pharmacy
Frank Jones
Deuggist
D. M. Jones
South Mal Avenue
Mr. Davies
Retaining Wall Injury Delays Contractor John Flanagan
Contractor John Flanagan of Himp ton street sustained a painful injury to his foot when a heavy stone fell from a wagon while unloading on Price street. He received liniment treatment and was sent home after the mishap.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Flanagan
Himpton Street
Price Street
Flanagan
Teen Leo Leslie Loses Foot After Fall At Trip's Corner
Leo Leslie aged 19, living with his grandmother on Mellows Street, sustained a severe foot injury when he jumped from a tear at Trip's Corner. He was taken to the Western Side hospital where doctors performed a necessary amputation of the foot.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leo Leslie
Hie
Tmellows Street
Trip
Weert Side Hospital
Round Whoeds Park Fire Location Offers Fine Grounds
Prospective buyers are urged to visit the Round Whoeds Park area near central ity to inspect solid ground magnificent views healthy surroundings and excellent neighborhood. Office on the plot with agent H Jones handling details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jones
Scranton Activities And Local Notices In Brief
The Scranton Glee club plans an evening rehearsal at The Theorit e Hall South Main Avenue with members urged to attend due to important business. Ladies Aid society of Tin Mouth Congregation church holds an all day session. Petherick and Lewtz from Columbia Hose and Chemical engaged breaking in new team gear for Cumberland Hope. Lom Marsh Jr invited to guide Phila visitors on a hunting trip. Pupils of Now 18 4¢ begin savings fund. $4 20 deposited at West Side bank. Hugh Kerrigan held in 100 bail on false pretenses charge. wage claim sold as good. West Side hospital directors plan renovations and steam heat. City case against contractor Misael Canden for violating city rules ongoing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton Glee Club
TA Clork
Theorite Hall
South Main Avenue
Ladies’ Aid Society
Tinmouth
Petherick and Lewtz
Columbia Hose and Chemicnt Company
Comberland Hope Company
Lom Marsh, Jr
George Bayers
Kerrigan
Sayers
Cent
West Side
White Wool Blanket Sale Prices Against Quality
Several 11-4 and 12-4 pure wool blankets offered at prices ranging from 3.50 to 12.00 with jacquard borders and heavy weight. Descriptions emphasize guaranteed value and sale pricing, though the text contains many garbled phrases and inconsistent formatting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ONO Retierns Sanus
Asdeeianns Siieaaauaansnas Ia
Baus Wlicos Os Veesiseiscesivvensaseest
Esice Tees
Women Patients Endorsing Pinkham Recipe
Letters from Mrs Anna E Hall of Milldale Connecticut and Mrs Evien Fiana GAN of Philadelphia praise Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. They describe relief from nervousness back and limb pain falling of the womb and neuralgia after using the remedy and urge others to try it. Both write of recovery and gratitude to Mrs Pinkham.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AS. Pinkham
Anna E. Hall
Milldale
Conn
Lydia E. Pinkham
Evien Fiana- Gan
Mountain St
Philadelphia
Pinkham
Blankets Offered at Discount Prices in Wool Market
Local ads feature Scarlet or Grey 4 to 11-4 pure wool blankets with listed values of 6.00, 4.50, or 3.75 dollars. Low prices and week-long lots promote wool blanket sales with emphasis on size 10-4 and 11-4 weaves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cccrca Ae Cracissia Pibven
Caverdeerstieseh
Mogin Gon
Tncana
Etree
GUS Gwtod
Occccus Piaughns
Ossevys Cicdonkas
Trisyjana
WRN Wip UO
Sisess
Sccenesnnskis Ossnads Stecesar Naviesincctore
Street sidewalk ordinance heard after amicable settlement
An ordinance about driving on the South Main avenue sidewalk in front of B G Morgans residence was to be heard yesterday evening before A Werman John but the matter was amicably settled between the parties. The First Welsh Baptist choir plans 8 PM rehearsal for cantata Saint Peter. Washburn Street Presbyterian Bible school holds monthly meeting after prayer meeting. Washburn Presbyterian ladies request a Cook Book Ten serving Tuesday evening. St Leo’s Battalion holds special meeting to arrange for membership banquet on September 27. Farewell for William Crawford at Simpson Methodist Episcopal church before his departure for Drew Theological Seminary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B. G. Morgans
South Main Avenue
Werman John
Dleput
Firet
Washburn Street Presbyterian Church Bible School
Washburn Presbyterian Church
St. Leo's Flattalion
William Crawford
Simpson Methodist Episcopal Church
Drew Theologian? Seminary
Local residents visit and travel notices across cities
Mies Edith Williams leaves for Alamamrtorde New Mexico with uncles and relatives visiting towns. Agnes Jane Elvira Harrie and others tour New York while Alfred Reid and William Hagen describe business travel. Clarence Smith and Miss Myrtie Diamond plan a morning marriage at Fellows home on Tonth street amid social guest lists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mies Edith Williams
Chestnut Street
Westerbay
Alamamrtorde
New Mexico
Hubert
John William
Anin Davies
Margaret
Por Oru
N. Ww
Mise
Agnes
Jane
Lincoln Avenue
New York
Elvira Harrie
Hyde Park Avenue
Alfred Reid
Bromley Avenue
Seriowelw i
William H. Hagen
Sumner Avenue
Willam Davis
George Corsen
Nanticoke
Bushnees
Ackerly
Hrooklyn
Mra. Keller
Tonth Aptreot
Clarence Smith
Myrtie Diamond
Marrige
John H. Fellows
Tonth Street
John Reynolds
South Main Avenue
Community Notices And Social Visits In Tecumach
Green Ridge and Capoute avenue residents host visitors from Tecumseh Topeka and other towns while the county Women’s Christian Temperance Union plans a Thursday convention at the Presbyterian church with refreshments by 9 pm and a talk by Dr. Pierce in the evening. Local women celebrate a new watering trough project and a Men’s Union discussion resumes Thursday night at the church as Elwell returns from New York visits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
RF. ¥. Pierce
J. . Rose
Sanderson Avenue
Montrose
The
Womene Christian Temperance Union
Mia Elwell
Penn Avenue
New York
Local Society Notes Highlight Summers and Village Guests
Last evening Mrs Musselman led a meeting on a community project attended by members and friends including Couneimoan and Miss Morse. The group plans a two week Lake Whinte cottage retreat for Annie and Miss Annie Griffin, with Mr Howell and Mrs Delehmiller also mentioned in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anne Musselman
Younes
Frien Couneimoan
Mee Morse
Morrie
Annie
Annie Griffin
Lake Whinte
Joseph Howell
North Main Avenue
la Viene
Crimin Dalton
Martin Delehmiller
Dean Apreet
Grain-O touted as healthful drink for nourishment
An advertisement claims Grain-O is not medicine but a healthful, invigorating drink made from grain. It emphasizes its brown color and coffee-like taste, suitable for children as a genuine food beverage and nourishment. Consumers are urged to ask grocers for Grain-O.
Community Notes of Returned Residents and Departures
A report lists residents returning from New York City and visitors in town. Agnes F B Gillmore returns from Merrie Ran after weeks with friends on William Street. John Owens and Mr Robert Devine attend travel or funeral matters in Philadelphia and Great Bend respectively. Mr David Morin visits Mr Wilbun Davies in Green Brook Street area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York City
Patriotic Order Zone
America
Mies
Agnes BF. Gillmore
Merrie Ran
William Suren
William Owens
Brick Avenue
John
Durkin Street
Philadelphia
Charles Herkimer
Robert Devine
Woeet Market Street
Momine
David Morin
Nanticoke
Wilbun Davies
Green Biroet
Tribune Seeks Experienced Representative in Dunmoore
The Tribune desires an experienced and trustworthy representative in Dunmoore. Apply by letter stating qualifications and credentials for consideration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Tribune
Dunmoore
Coal Delivered to South Side and Hyde Park
Pen coal delivered at 1.25 per unit to South Side central city and central Hyde Park. Address orders to C. B. Sharkey 1914 Cedar Ave. Phone 6683.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Side
Central City
Hyde Park
C. B. Sharkey
Cedar Ave
Obituaries and Funeral Notices From Local Borough
Multiple obituaries report deaths in the city area. Mrs Gloorte Metcalfe dies at 144 Dickwon Avenue aged 1. survivors include husband and several children. Alice Dorsey, 14, dies at father’s home on Second Street. services at Holy Cross Church and Cathedral cemetery interment. Allen, daughter of John Dorsey, dies Wednesday morning. burial and Holy Cross services planned. Funeral details note private or public services and interment locations across Lackawanna road to Pharballa NY and Holy Cross church in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloorte Metcalfe
Dickwon Avenue
Deeeweed
Slemuel Jordin
Mrcs
Cierce Englebrokrd
Frances J. Metcalfe
Joseph J. Metcalfe
George
Fingland
Matthew E
New York
Arthur
Brook
Race Street
Pharfalla
N.Y
Alice Dorsey
John Horses
Second Street
Holy Cross Church
Cathedral Cemetery
Lackawanna WCTU Looks Ahead to Green Ridge Convention
The thirteenth annual Lackawanna County Woman's Christian Temperance Union convention will meet at Green Ridge Presbyterian Church on Thursday. County officers include President Mrs C D Binpson and Vice President Mrs D B Hand. The programme features opening, reports, committee work, addresses by Mrs J Clifford Hespenwy and Mrs J A Santee, election of officers, prayers, and an evening session with music by the Beveridges and a sermon by Pastor Robert P. Phere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lackawanna County Woman's Christian Temperance Union
Grown Ridge Presbyterian Church
Mra
C. 1D
Binpson
D. B. Hand
J. MM. Howell
Ann Ar-nold
Ella Depue
Ca. m
Mir
C.D. Simeon
Cotsiwrithay
Mra. Field
Courteston
Mie J
Millen Memorial Seaview
Mire Mervey
Bolo
Mion
Grace Spencer
New Phares
Neparture
Downlha Buwalc cc
On the Wabash at Lyceum a village comedy drama shines
Joseph Arthur presents a five act comedy drama on the Wake of the Wabash river set in an Indiana village. The cast, led by Edwin Meyer Willison Hayes W H Pendergast Edith Passett and Lettie Collins, delivers faithful sketches with a delightful atmosphere and superb staging including a town hall interior and a dramatic flag raising.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyceum
Joseph Arthur
Vilage
Indiana
Arthur
Tin Commany
Rapture
Edwin Meyer
Willison Hayes
W. H. Pendergast
Fdith Passett
Lettie Collins
Moths of Society at Academy of Music features three shows
The Ron Ton Stock company presented Moths of Society yesterday at the Academy of Music. The Census Taker was shown at night. This afternoon the company will present The Black Maid and The Strange Adventures of Miss Brown.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moths of Society
Academy of Music
Ron Ton Stock Company
Mae
Miss Brown
Burlesque Opening Follies At The Metropollitan Furles
Beginning with a matinee on September 21 23 23 the Metropollitan Furles quers will present an original act by Ed die Weston titled Old Puddin head showcasing Irish comedy. The show continues with a varied ollo then closes with Frank Dumont's burlesque The Girls Bachelor Camp a new burlesque production lavish with costumes and scenery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Metropollitan Furlesquers
Eddie Weston
Frank Dumont
Board of Charities Meeting Reports Aid and Referrals
The Board of Associated Charities met in Colonel Ripple's offices. Mrs. Duggan reported August and September figures: 173 relief applications, 108 investigated worthy and aided, 16 found worthy but aided, 18 not worthy. 10 employment found. lodging and meals 6. transportation 7. medical aid 6. hospital placements to Hahnemann 2 and Lackawanna 4. Florence Mission 7. St Patrick's Orphanarium 1. Hillside Home 2. Home for the Friendless 1. St Joseph's Founding Home 3. chief of notice 2. Wilkes-Barre Humane Society cases 7. St Luke's Summer Home 5. She noted a boy soliciting money, admitting some days to collect up to $7, never more than $2. Members opposed the easy path but felt powerless to act.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Associated Charities
Colonel Ripple
Postence
Duggan
Cusee
Hahnemann Hospital
Lackgwanna Hospital
House of Toad Shepherd
Florence Mission
St. Patrick's Orphanavium
Hillside Home
St. Joseph's Founding Home
Wilkes-Barre Humane Society
St. Luke's
Christian Endeavor Opposes Sunday Newspapers On Street
The city Christian Endeavor union executive committee met at Grace Reformed church and endorsed stopping the prize fight. They resolved to record opposition to Sunday newspapers on the streets and asked the mayor to use influence to prevent serving. A Green Ridge Presbyterian notice opposing Sunday trains and newspapers was read. A nominating committee was appointed for officers to be chosen in two months, with the next meeting set for the third Monday in October.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
City Christian Endeavor Union
Grace Reformed Church
Wyoming Avenue
W. Welch
Fr. Daniels
Orvini
Biunday
Green Nidee Presbyterian Society
Deslves
W. O. Hackett
D. Z. Phillips
E. Danfeln
Marriages reported from Hazleton area churches
The district reports multiple weddings: James P. Cook of Homestead and Nellie Delaney of Shenandoah wed at Anunciation church Shenandoah with Rev. Corcoran officiating. James Roberts of Mingres and Annie Walters of Audenried married at Emmanuel Reformed church Hazleton. Arthur Koff of Philadelphia and Rebecca Kline of Hazleton married at Congregation in Hazleton. Howard T. Nelmes of Hazleton and Almena Richards wed at Methodist church, Joinsville. Ferdinand Krause of Cranberry and Martha Konitzer of Harwood wed Sunday. Frank Newabight of Wilkes-Barre and Ete Moghamer of Lattimer wed at Emmanuel Reformed church.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James P. Cook
Homestead
Carnegie Works
Mise Nellie Delaney
Shenandoah
Annunciation Church
Shenandoagh
VV. W. Corcoran
James C. Higgins
John F. Riggoings
Bertha Assett
Methodist Episcopal Pursonage
Joineville
Howard T. Nelmes
Hasleton
Almena Richards
Clemens
Harwood
Magades Israel
Bouth Cedar Street
Hazleton
Arthur Koff
Philadelphia
Mie
Rebecca Kline
East Cranberry Avenue
Hagieton
Grossman
Rabinowich
Eommanuels Reformed Church
Bidiflet
Frank Newabight
Wilkes-Barre
Ete Moghamer
Lattimer
The Baby and Motherhood in Dr. Pierce’s Era
An article extols healthy motherhood and links maternal strength to a healthy baby. It praises Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a remedy for diseases of women, sharing testimonials from Mrs. John T. Smith and Mrs. Leary about improved health and stronger babies after treatment. The piece touts free medical consultation by letter and the Institute of Buffalo as evidence of expert care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Morhorn
Dr. Pierce
Dode
Pierce
John T. Smith
Slocan
B.C
Box 5
Charles Leray
Unionville
Turcola Co, Mich
Toledo
Ohio
Battle Creek
Advent Sanitarium
Tr. Pierre
Dr. Plere
Uxee
Jetter
Epa
RV. Pletice
Invalided Hotel and Surgical Institute of
Buffalo
XN. Y
Mo V. Pierce
Pieres
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West
Scranton
Columbias
Bloomsburg Fire Company
Columbia Hose Company
George W. Jenkins
S&s Main Avenue
Hoey
Qur
Bora Gpib
Globe Warehouse
Green Ridge
North Scranton
Dunmore
Michael Melvnie
Iis
SM Orchard Atv
Tleix
Bouth Bromnton
Bvening
Beveridges
New
Robert FP
Phere
Penn Avenue Handat
Beveriigue
Muisle
Academy
Metropolitan Burlesquers
Board OF Charities
Christian Endeavor Union
BON Ton Stock GO
Mathees
Matinees Daily
Burlesquers
Dixie
Central Railroad OF
New Jersey
Lehigh County Fair
Allentown
Beranton
Italy
Patent Record
Baltimore, Md
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