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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1898
Page
8
The Wilkes-Barre Record can be obtained in Scranton at newsstands run by Reis man Dios Wi Symiee and Lindsy wheels on Lackawanna Avenue.
Voters from the First district of the Twelfth ward were examined yesterday in the election contest. Names listed include John Walsh Frank Mottormick John Bravell John Philbin Patrick Tirewn John Gerrity Patrick Manton Michael Horan John F. Lannn Patrick Canvey David Donohoe Thomas McDonnell John Whalen John Murphy John Sweeny Patrick Whalen Michael Horan John F. Kelly Frank Sweeney Martin Golden Mich
The record lists names including nel Rhea Patrick McDonnell Patrick Penn Martin Maloney Thomas Whalen William McGrath James Sweeney Martin Sweeney Thomas Reap Joseph Cullen James Dougherty Thomas McGuire Henry Walsh James F O Hoyle James Collins John J Mang an Thomas Grads. No unusual incidents developed and only two votes were disqualified outright.
Two Tommy Ryans arrive at tineside as Judge and Smith vie for championship honors. Friends of the Philadelphia Ryan plan a four person party to challenge the winner, while Syracuse Ryan roots for Judge, recalling past draws. Early this morning reserved seats sold, with Loftus and Melvin's drug store handling sales.
Dr. John T. McGrath, deputy coroner, ruled in the inquest that Thomas Gilligan died from knife wounds inflicted by Bioward Moran. The jury left the self defense aspect to the quarter sessions jury, with witnesses detailing the scuffle and Moran’s smaller stature. Gilligan’s funeral was held at Holy Bovary church with interment in Mt. Carmel cemetery, Dunmore.
Two representatives from D. McCarthy & Sons of Syracuse showcase gowns wraps fabrics at Hotel Jermyn in Scranton. The display, praised by Syracuse papers, features Travelling styles including gowns evening wraps and capes, aligning with Paris fashions and metropolitan taste.
Scranton residents are invited to an upcoming three day display of its latest fall hats and bonnets. The exhibit promises an elaborate millinery line featured after recent representations in Paris and London, with the dealer inviting the curious to inspect the collection at 344 Lackawanna Avenue.
The public is invited to inspect an exquisite millinery display at Ward millinery parlor 116 Washington avenue on Friday and Saturday the 5th and 6th. Miss Ward returns from New York after four weeks showing designs beyond anything ever seen in Boran.
A general order from Col. L. A. Watres lists commissioned and noncommissioned staff for the Eleventh Regiment. The roster includes W. F. Riley as surgeon, Charles Scholl as chaplain, Frank M. Wandling as quartermaster, Rees Watkins as inspector of rifle practice, and other officers with ranks up to captain and first lieutenant. Regimental headquarters will open Friday night at the Adams Avenue armory for “regimental night” meetings, with further appointments forthcoming to complete the staff.
Mrs. Elizabeth Lewis announces new dancing classes starting October 1 for all levels. The program invites interested students to enroll with teachers guiding technique and performance with a focus on grace and rhythm.
Professor A F Kennedy physical director of the Y M C A will move to St Louis to head the citys association physical department. A board meeting to act on his resignation failed for lack of a quorum. Secretary Mahy will not return until mid next month. No successor for acting secretary is yet known. The association values Kennedy but he will accept the St Louis offer.
The funeral for William H. Fuller was held yesterday morning at the Second Presbyterian Church with Rev. Dr. C. Be. Robinain officiating. Music was provided by Gara fan, Black, and Professor Chance. Interment followed in Glen Dyberry Cemetery in Honesdale, with nephews George Barnard Ed Barnard George Fuller Lawrence Fuller Theodore Fuller and Frank Fuller as pallbearers.
Scranton residents are urged to support Philadelphia's Medico Chirurgical Hospital which cares for hundreds of soldiers. Contributions of money linens clothing jellies canned fruit wines and other supplies are requested with collection points at Powell's Music Store or by arranging pickup. Acting President John V. Bhoomaker notes the hospital's daily heavy demand and immense costs in serving sick soldiers.
Rebecca Jackson, colored, of Williamsport, was held in a bail by Alderman Millar on a complaint by Mrs. Edwards. Edwards’ husband Ashlee was jailed to await trial for desertion after a true bill from the grand jury. Crocker sent thanks to Millar and noted sympathy from prominent Williamsport residents.
Mrs Ko teles of Jessup traveled to the city in hope of tracing her son John a 12 year old missing child. She appealed to police and the Associated Charities noting her sleepless nights and grief. Police described the boy as twelve with brown hair, slender build, moles on face, dark blue pants, gray coat and cap.
Patrick Manley of the South mill suffered a severe leg cut when a piece of ple iron fell on him. The artery was severed and blood flowed before Dr. John McGrath stopped the bleeding and dressed the wound. He was moved to Moses Taylor hospital.
Frank McGinty, intoxicated and unable to recall his actions, attempted to hang himself at the central police station Monday morning. He was discharged by Mayor Bailey yesterday after the incident.
The Women’s Christian Temperance Union of Scranton held its annual meeting at Elim Park Reading Room with Mrs C D Simpson presiding. Miss Frances Haub read the secretary's report noting fifty members and four hundred fifty eight total attendance across forty five meetings. Mrs B M Tewksbury reported a treasury balance of twenty four dollars. The group elected Miss Raub as state convention delegate with Mrs Franc T Vail as alternate, and honored Mrs Simpson who declined re election after seven years as president.
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