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Newspaper
Scranton Tribune
Location
Scranton, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1899
Page
9
Social items from West Scranton recount a Cook Book event at Washburn Street Presbyterian Church with patrons dining 6 to 8 pm. The report lists table crews, speakers, and attendees, and notes other local items including an accidental shooting death, funerals, and a marriage amid miscellaneous society notes.
A church event will be held by the ladies to raise funds for a local cause. Housekeepers’ applications will be considered, and proceeds from the supper will go toward reducing the parish debt.
Mrs W te Athen, wife of a well known resident, fell while alighting from a street car at South Main avenue and Washburn street. She fainted near Washburnette Presbyterian church and was carried to a coach and later to her home on North Washington avenue where she rests.
John P. Morgan reports a fatal accident involving his son Po Morgan who was struck by a weapon while alone walking near the Cailkeet Pixs. The incident claims Po Morgan aged 21, the youngest son of the family, with funeral arrangements to be announced.
A meeting was held this evening at the Jackson Street Church. David Harris of Sloan Patel was detained last evening on Jackson Street by Alderman Moses for using obscene language. The City Wheelten extended a reception to W.O.S. Meare and seven others.
G Peter announces a cooperative Jill gathering this evening as Columbia Hore company invites Allen Engine company of Allée town to be guests next week in Joplin Missouri. St Leo’s battalion hosts a banquet at St Deivid hall this evening. John Z Thomas and Lola M Swarts wed by Rev de Gruchyst. Remains of Alfred J Reid interred at Fifteton yesterday. Funeral for Mrs Crawford conducted by Rev J Sweet yesterday.
W A Evans of Nantitoke was hosted by Mr and Mrs Dershimer along with Mrs Charles B Capwell of West Nicholson visiting relatives on South Main avenue.
Miss Mila Noone of Pittston Avenue and Andrew Soone of Buffalo were married at St John’s Church yesterday morning. Rev B K Melley officiated with Miss Maggie Wiferty and Harry Walsh as attendants. Kate Beanton at the organ rendered Lohengrin. The couple hosted a breakfast for family and friends then departed for New York before returning for their honeymoon. Noone is employed at the International Correspondence Schools and Soone is a Buffalo fireman.
Michael Mantes of Beech Street was seriously injured at Connell Coal Company's mine yesterday. A runaway car struck him on the tracks, he saved himself by leaping aside but landed on his head, suffering a deep gash and multiple fractures before being treated at home.
Jacob Hartman Jr of Ringgold house Cedar avenue was injured at Scheuer Bros bakers on Brook street when his right hand was pulled into a cracker machine. Dr. Manley treated him and 21 stitches were required before he returned home.
Mrs Kate Curick of Minooka and Thomas Hurhes of Cherry Street united in marriage at St Josephs Church in Minooka by Rev Salter Gorman. A large number of friends attended the ceremony and reception. The couple plan to move to New York City for a diplomatic posting. Funeral of Patrick Walesit noted for a Delaware and Hudson train death near the fine works station. Coal delivery and order contact details listed.
Grain-O is promoted as a healthful alternative to coffee claiming to calm the stomach aid digestion and strengthen nerves. The advertisement touts Grain-O as nourishment with a price of 35 and 2ic per package.
A county Republican convention quarreled over revoking the new county system. Judge Willard faced interruptions while urging loyalty to the old order. Voting failed to reach two thirds, with 88 for repeal and afiinal. not enough to pass. Delegates showed split positions, adjournment followed.
The Loftus inquest resumed at the courthouse with Coroner Roberts present. Witnesses Engineer Smith and Fireman Bankgood said they did not see the trolley car conductor on the track as Loftus alletted moved from the car. The jury set Friday evening for further deliberation after written evidence is prepared.
J G Shepherd spoke to a large Providence audience recounting his first voyage at sea and travels to Cape Verde Islands Ireland and Asia with notes on landmarks. The program opened with organ and vocal performances by local artists. Funeral services for Mrs Holbert were held at the home of her daughter with sermons by Rev W F Simpson and interment at a local cemetery. Following news items mention the appointment of Moy Caraline Von Mergen as teacher and several residents leaving for New York to join a Dewey celebration.
In Green Ridge near Adan Avenue and Mirko Street residents warn of a dangerous walkway causing a near accident at the corner. The event prompted vigil-like concern as authorities study the threat. Tonight midweek prayer services will be held in local Green Ridge churches.
Ladies sold gold watch Elgin movement priced at 14.50. Ladies gold fillet watches at 4 percent? 15 value. About three hundred ladies solid silver rings and toe items priced. Closeout sale now on at Davidow Bros. Attend as goods offered at one fourth original value. Extra heavy solid silver thimbles at tie.
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