Community notes and events from a Scranton page
Michael Manley released from county jail under Insolvency lawn. Union Bible class meets at Grace Reformed Episcopal Church at 7:45 PM. Faust at Academy of Music. Octoroons last show at Davis theater. New Spruce Street bridge piers nearing completion. several iron works remain. Undertakers discuss forming mutual aid group. another meeting planned. School and street projects outlined by building committee. Mayor Connell signs measures on land settlements and street work. Penn Avenue streetcar delay after wheel breakage. License grants listed for multiple couples in Scranton and nearby towns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael Manley
Union
Grace Reformed Episcopal Church
Lewis Morrison
Academy of Music
Faust
Sean
Misges Cogetns
Ratchford
Murtaugh
Pant
Weat
Davis’ Theater
Avis
Spruce Street
A. R. Raub
The
Bound of Control
No. li Echool
Fourteenth Ward
Connell
Stephen Jones
Washington Avenue
Third Street
Monsey Avenue
Thirteenth Ward
Penn Avenue
Michael Prendergast
Anna Malloy
Green Ride
Andrew J. Noone
Kate Hbroenn
Scranton
George Henneforth
Kimma Rauschmeier
Jefferson
Peter F. O'Connor
Dunmore
Kate Francis
John 3. Schwelehofer
Torrey
Wayne County
Marth Itlehard
Green
Warm Thomas
Risa Price
Soranton
John F. King
Clark's Summit
Fluthwatin
Lake Ariel
James Samuel Hopland
Fannie Gertrude Thanlick
Thomas Jeffrey
Kingston
Jessie Skeoch
Two Hospitalized After Mines Accident
Two patients arrived at Moses Taylor hospital after incidents at the Pine Brook shaft. Martin Zells, 24, a medical patient, suffered fever, while Joseph Gigier, 25, of Irving Avenue, had a crushed knee from two car bumpers at the shaft. Local listings include a Goldsmith’s sale and various notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moses Taylor Hospital
Martin Zell#s
Heather
Joseph Gigier
Irving Avenue
Pine Brook
All Are Representive Men At Saturday Meeting in County
Republican candidates Edmund A Bartl and Dr B P Longstreet and Major Akerly met at Central Republican club rooms and formed an executive committee to run the campaign. The group named John H. Thomas as county committee chairman James Watkins secretary and ex Lieutenant Governor L A Waters treasurer. The committee includes F H A Jones Archbonds James Smith Wakely Charles Savage Dunmore Major Akerly Moscow Dr Houser Taylors J D Toyd West Scranton William Connell Central City Charles Neals South Scranton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edmund A. Bartl
8. P. Longstreet
Major Akerly
South Abington
Central Republican Club
John H. Thomas
James Watkins
Taylor
L. A. Watres
FH. A. Jones
Archbands
James Smith
Wakely
Charles Savage
Dunmore
Mr. Depew
Moscow
Dr. Houser
Taylors
J. D. Tdoyd
West Scranton
William Connell
Central City
Charles Neals
South Scranton
Faust on Stage at Academy of Music in Two Adaptations
Goethe’s Faust variants reached local stages this week Gouneid’s operatic version Monday and Lewis Morrison’s drama at the Academy last night. Morrison’s paraphrase emphasizes dramatic action and stagecraft with Mephisto a sly, cold figure while Edward Eisner and Florence Hoberta carry strong performances. Faust will be repeated tonight at the Academy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Goethe
Gouneid
Lewis Morrison
Academy of Music
Mr. Morricon
Morrison
Martha
Edward Eisner
Faust
Misa Florence Hoberta
Mr. Morrison
Academy
Carbondale Passenger Sues for 25000 Over Street Car Wreck
Miss Lizzie Gilmartin of Carbondale sues the Lackawanna Valley Rapid Transit Company for 25000 claiming severe foot injuries from a car wreck. Her lawyers Nell and O'Brien Kelley filed the trespass suit alleging negligence by company employees after her months in Emergency Hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lizzie Gilmartin
Carbondale
Lackawanna Valley Rapid Transit Company
James J. C. Nell
O'Brien
Kelley
Woman files for divorce after husband drives her out
Mrs Jemima Josephine Robbins represented by Halslander and Vosburg began divorce proceedings against Zara A Robbins. Married June 1 1871, they lived together until yesterday morning. A dispute led to a flare up and she left the house to seek legal action citing cruelty as the ground for separation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jemima Josephine Robbins
Halslander & Vosburg
Zara A. Robbins
Richmont Park Lot Sales Invite Immediate Action
Urges quick choice of lot at Richmont Park with assurances of rising investment value. Highlights improvements such as sewer basins graded avenues paved walks and exclusive residential status. Office on the grounds and at 117 Penn Avenue. Also notes millinery opening by Joseph Davies Jenkins and a horse auction at Cusick's stable Scranton with dates and times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ricchmont Park Lote
Richmont Park
Penn Avenue
Chaffee Wedding Held at Bride’s Parent Home
In Wayne County a wedding connected to the Chaffee family took place at the bride’s parent’s home on 6 Left Avenue. The couple, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne R. Phillips of Cranton, are reported in local society notices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oak Street
Michael H. Higgins
Central City
Church of the Holy Rosary
J.J. O'Toole
Kathe May Quinnan
Oswego
Gertrude Hendricks
Jennie White
A. P. Curran
J. R. Schlager
J. J. Loftus
H. E. Curran
W. H. Coyne
P. O'Malley
Bauer
Huntington
Higgins
Quincy Avenue
North End
Short & Flynn
Lackawanna Avenue
Hugh McTammany
New York
Daniel McTammany
Mahanoy
City
Quinnan
Julia Moore
Ol City
Anna McCarthy
Philadelphia
D. Kier
Mahanoy City
John and
Thomas Mullen
Shamokin
Mia
Hilrgins
Carbondale
A. F. Chaffee
A Parenta
Left Avenue
John
Changes at the Y M C A in remodel and new institute
Six thousand dollars will fund interior remodeling of the Wyoming avenue Y M C A building and gymnasium for the John Raymond Institute opening Oct 7. The project includes a new workshop on the fourth floor and renovations to floors, offices, and the gym to improve air, warmth, and instructional space.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young Men's Christian Association
Wyoming Avenue
John Raymond Institute
Wulne
Weston
Rochester
Frances A. Hackley
Nay Aug Hose Company to Attend State Firemen’s Convention
Nay Aug Hose company No 1 will depart for Reading on Tuesday October 1 at 129 p.m. to attend the State Firemen’s Convention. They will stay at Woodvale Hotel and invite nonmembers to join by September 8. In Reading they will host the Friendship Steam Fire Engine Company and entertain the Marktown Fire Brigade of Williamsport.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Firemen's
Reading
Nay Aug Hose Company
Lawrence Band
Central Railroad of
New Jersey
Woodvale
Nay Augs
Friendship Steam Fire Engine Company
Marktown
Elopement of Rosie Santer and Michael Metz to Binghamton
Rosie Santer aged 14, a domestic at Conway House, eloped with Michael Metz, a KiTo Ingon brewery driver, from a Third-Story window to Binghamton Monday night and wed Tuesday morning. They parted after she dropped her valise at the hotel and departed from the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western depot. Her parents, who had indentured her to the hotel, may forgive the union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rosie Santer
Conway House
Michael Mets
Tole Ingon
Binghamton
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Depot
Greta Green
Metz
Epworth League Meeting At Elim Park Church
The Epworth league at Elim Park church holds a monthly business and literary meeting in the church lecture room tonight. The program includes singing Always Abounding, Imperial Quartette, introductions of new officers, vocal selections by Miss Sullivan, talks by Father Davy returning from overseas, and more performances and an Imperial Quartette selection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Epworth League
Elim Park Church
Imperial Tuartette
Mesara
Stanton
Kiple
Allen
Deerfam
Misa Sullivan
Hey
John Davy
Fiowerthans
Davy
Han
the Water
Hiatrip
Scranton Free Kindergarten Association Adopts Resolution
At a Tuesday meeting of the general committee the Scranton Free Kindergarten association adopted a resolution expressing sincere regret over the loss of faithful members Gardner Partrogy Partridge and others, noting their long service to the work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton Free Kindergarten Association
Partridge Leaves Scranton Garten Association
The Garten Association notes the loss of two devoted members, led by Mr Partridge whose three years of zeal and advisory board counsel spurred rapid development. He departs for a new field of Christian activity offering greater opportunity to serve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Garten Association
Partridge
Scranton
Prizes Set for Sheridan Monument Fair Scholarships and Insurance Contest
The Pit Sheridan Monument association plans a winter fair with two Stranton business college scholarships for stenography and bookkeeping. Northwestern Life Insurance offers a $1000 policy for ages 20 to 60, opened to all entrants. A publication committee will prepare the official programme, with another meeting next Wednesday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pit Sheridan Monument Association
Board of Trade
J. C. Vaughan
John Power O'Connor
G. W. Thompson
Stranton Business College
Northwestern Life Insurance Company
W. J. Welsh
William Dawson
Johnson
Thompson
Runaway Boy John Garrity Seeks Army Enlistment
John Garrity, three years old, of Dunmore, fled home with his rugimee to enlist in the regular army. Police Chief William T. Simonen received word that Garrity intends to join as a private. He is described as dark complexioned, with dark hair and gray eyes, five feet six inches tall, with ordinary weight. John Murray accompanies him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William T. Simonen
John
Johan Garrity
Dunmore
John Murray
Garrity
Injury at Blast Furnace Cripples Stone Avenue Man
John Philbin of Stone Avenue was badly injured when his right foot was crushed between a large hook and chain at the blast furnaces at midnight. He was removed home by ambulance. his father is Michael Philbin. The injury is not considered life threatening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Philbin
Stone Avenue
Michael Philbin
New Physical Director Arrives at Scranton YWCA
Mires Jeanette Adams, recently elected physical director for the Young Woman's Christian Association, arrived in Scranton last night. She hails from Uthel Nebraska, recently graduated from the Posse gymnasium in Houston, and advocates the Swedish system of physical culture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mires Jeanette Adams
Young Woman's Christian Association
Scranton
Uthel
N. Vo
Posse Gymnasium
Hoston
Miss Adams
Stranger’s charity spares Taylor poor man and wife
In Taylor on a Wednesday morning a destitute husband John F- and his wife Sarah faced hunger. A mysterious stranger enabled bread and flour, then a tailor offered a free suit after measuring John, prompting belief in providence rather than luck. Local observer Daniel B. Gregory notes the tale from Beranton, dated October 20.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Tribune
Taylor
John F
Jonh F
Sarah
John
Cteanger
Old John
Aehle
Daniel B
Gregory
Beranton
From a Misrouted Train to Banter and Bonds
A collection of quips and scenes from old newspapers shows travelers wrong trains to Philadelphia, a Bathing boy tale, a Parson meeting Johnnie, a not needing a watchman, a courting policeman, a weather letter, and a reunion after four years of estrangement. The tone mirrors vintage humor and domestic moments.
Paine's Celery Compound Proclaimed Cure for Rheumatism
Oscar Pike of Princeton Maine credits Paine's Celery Compound with ending months of pain from rheumatism after three bottles and continued use. The ad touts nationwide cures, claims to nourish tissues, improve blood, and restore strength, citing Pike's letter and wide support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oscar Pike
Paine
Paiie
Oregon
Maine
Tne
Natune
Princeton
North Washington Agricultural Society and Trotting Association
Gore
Three Hinghamton men arrested after firemen parade
Cranser aged 29 and Mangan aged 34 both of Hinghamton were arrested Tuesday night for drunk and disorderly conduct assault and battery and larceny. They visited James Ulshafer at 412 North Lincoln Avenue, fought hostess Mrs Ulshafer, and were aided by Mrs Crapser. Patrolman Peters took them to the station where a small prayer book was found on one man. Crapser held on 500 bail. Manzin fined 2 50.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
FE. Cranser
Martin Mangan
Stone Mason
Uinehamton
Crapser
James Ulshafer
Lincoln Avenue
Mangan
Peters
Crapier
Alehafer
Crapyer
Manzin
New Tax Board Faces Showdown Over City Assessors
Mayor Connell delayed signing the board of revision and appeal ordinance delivered by City Clerk Lavelle. The measure may be signed, creating a new tax board that will control the present board of assessors and oversee its books, with work likely spanning four months and prompting talk of salary reductions for the assessors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prohibition Party
New York City
Thors
Connell
Board of Revision and Appeal
Lavelle
Schtebel’s Hotel At Mimhurst End A Popular Driving Stop
Schtebel’s hotel at Mimhurst boulevard end near Kimburat attracts driving parties with landient served day and night and connected stables. Visitors stop for refreshments and meals, while Guernsey Bros hosts Miss Harienbergh’s planoforte school reopening Monday September 16 at 623 Marl ton Avenue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Schtebel's
Mimhurst Boulevard
Kimburat
Landient Schtebel
Luonder
Jilso
Mimhuret Belisobel
Miss Harienbergh
Planoforte
Marlton Avenee
New Fur Trilby Promises Low Prices for Coming Season
A dealer promotes a fur trilby as the newest seasonal item, offered to trade at very low prices. The message highlights a broader line aimed at customers, implying ease and affordability in the forthcoming collection.
Furs and Cloth Cloaks Showcase New Styles
The article notes a broad expansion of styles and effects in fur and cloth cloaks. It highlights designers' aim to set current fashions with a larger, more extensive line than before.
Confidence and Patronage Shown as Three Floors Open
After October 1 the space will occupy three floors instead of one. The move signals strong public support and customer confidence.
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An & Mooreee Rashiere
Wyoming Ave
Busset
Commonwealth Shoe
Penn Ave
Ackawanna the
A. B. Warman
Williams & A Anclty
City Notes
Gi Aken
South Side
Goldsmith's Tafaar
Genevieve Rommell
Ae Star
Thomer
Nellie
In’s
Aprucy Street
Crane
Arar
York
General County Committee
Tribune
Co. A. Kelley
P. W. McAndrew
McAndrew
John B. Roche
Democratic County Committee
Roche
Tallie Morgan
Culemaiy
Morgan
Abolition Party
Prohibition
Lcense
Furm
Gertrude McFachen
Michael Mr. Miggina
Gertrude McEachen
Samuel K. MccEachen
White Stone Residence
Joseph, Davies & Jenkins
Ladies of
Thia City
Wil
Cusick
Raft
W. RB
Moors
J. M. Chance
John T. Jones
Friedewald
Epworth League of
Elm Park Church
Phil Sheridan Fair
Mr Dt
John Garrity
Will
Philadelpaa
Philota
Clearge
Harper's Bazar
Johnnie
Washington Sinr
Galt
Harley
Jane
Minteapolia
Paine’s
Hinghamtonians
Huy
Weber
Guernsey Bros
Fur
Trilby
J. Bolz
Dime Bank
Crystal Palace
Louis Rupprecht
Eugene Kleberg
Opp
Baptist Church
Sele
Spruce ST
Christian
Powell & CO
Music Store
N. E. Penna
Scranton, PA
Gail Borden
Ireneae
Pierce’s Market
Penn Aye
Green Ridge Sanitarium
Marion St
Green Ridge
A. E. Jordan
Clumber
Nan Washington
Berantan
Dunn
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