City Notes from Scranton Reading
Community items report races by Centremen's Driving Club Thursday at 2 p.m. The Amazone opens at the Academy of Music box office. Thirteenth Ward Republican Club meets at Alderman Bailey's office. John Wagner band committee approved a sum of 40 dollars by Judge Gunster. Nay Aug Hose Company active in Carbon Dale parade. Wills Koehler grants letters testamentary in Sarah Rooney estate to John and Martin Rooney. Ladies Aid Society of All Saints Church hosts supper in church parlors. Anniversary of St Peter's cathedral consecration noted with ceremonies. Committeemen urged to meet at St David's Hall for Republican campaign planning. Sunday School convention at Monsey Avenue Baptist Church discusses conduct, attendance, and keeping scholars. Green Ridge Baptist Ladies Aid supper raises funds for church expenses. Driving Club races Thursday at 2 p.m. Pavers Millinery opening at Lohman’s on Spruce Street with Pattern Bonnets and accessories. Invitation to Scranton ladies for fall opening, Sept 23 and 20 J. F. Fornum, 814 Spruce St.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Academy of Music
Alderman Bailey
John Wagner
Frank Kelser
Gunster
Nay Aug Hose Company
Carbondale
Register of Wills
Koehler
Sarah Rooney
Scranton
John
Martin Rooney
Ladies' Aid ‘Society
All Sent's Church
Sorner
Ping Street
Adams Avenue
St Peter's Cathedral
Ware
Rey
Eorth
Twenty-Fleet
St. David's Hall
Dancing academy invites former pupils to social
Frank Slorel's Academy of Dancing announces opening social Tuesday night October 2 at Traders National Bank office. All former pupils and friends invited. Gaerieen's Driving on club raghe Thursday at 2 o'clock p.m. Money Pillsbury Flour sold more than any other brand in the United States.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Academy of Dancing
Sagen
Traders National Bank
Gaerieen
Money Pillsbury
United States
Meeting of Common Council Advances Detective Bill
At last night’s common council meeting the auditing committee reported favorably on a $150 bill for detective services and recommended payment after the city solicitor’s opinion. A quorum prevented immediate viaduct ordinance action. committee to reconvene next meeting. Resolutions approved include reconstructing the Dix alley sewer lateral and reviewing bridge plans. Harrison avenue property owners seek roadway narrowing. a theatrical license ordinance passed first and second reading.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Common Council
Robinson
Hickey
Board of Control
Dix Alley
Lakoe
Harrison Avenue
Mulberry
Myrtle Street
The Great Brooklyn Handicap on Stage at Academy of Music
A long review of multiple performances at the Academy of Music and Frothingham theater. The Great Brooklyn Handicap features Viola Herts and Jack Prince in a bank necklace theft plot with Howard Clews also involved. the play is praised for acting and realistic racing scenes. Other shows include Parted at Wonderland, The Burglar at A. Q Scammon’s, The Dazzler at the Academy, and Wife for Wife in the same venue with varied dramatic and musical entertainments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Academy of Music
Viola Herts
Luther B. Clows
New York
Jack Prince
Inain
Bank Clews
Howard Clews
Howard
Mary Sanders
Freddy
Wonderland
Misa
Katharine Carlisle
May Hardy
Comminga
Uncle Baldwin
Jack Hardy
W. H. Dobson
A.Q Scammon
Frothingham
Madison Theater
Academy of Maaio
Florrie Est
Charlie Wayne
Luella Wagner
Mason and
Ralston
Dewitt Elaters
Billie West
Grace Rutter
Wilkes-Barre Pipers
South
New Orleans
Florida
Inquest Finds Neglect In Death At Pinebrook Mine
The adjourned inquest into Thomas Ryan's death from a blast at Pinebrook shaft on Sept 1 concluded with a verdict of neglect attributed to George Houston. Morris Steel testified he did not know of the hole before the blast, while foreman John Powell explained flyer and packing issues that could trigger unexploded charges. Hugh James supported Powell's view as jurors named Patrick Pronidlergaat and others returned the neglect verdict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Houston
Steel
Powell
Thomas Ryan
Pinebrook
Morris Steel
Ryan
Inspector Blewitt
Houston
Plaga
John H. Powell
Mr. Powell
Hugh James
Toomas Ryan
Patrick Pronidlergaat
Jonn Golden
J. O'Toole
Michael MoLsan
Michael Dougherty
Patrick Hindley
Fire wood donated through charity program
Mrs. Duggan has employed elderly men to cut fire wood for the needy. Those wishing to stockpile for winter may visit the Board of Associated Charities office and place an order with Mrs. Duggan. Wood sold at a nominal price, enabling buyers to support charity without sacrifice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra. Duggan
Board of Associated Charities
Burke's Memory Questioned on Free Text Book Vote
Representative John R. Farr asserts Burke opposed the free text book bill. Farr says Burke not only voted against it but also spoke and acted against the measure, countering Burke's claim of misagainst.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burke
John R. Farr
Farr
Opening Reception Marks Industrial Class Launch
The crowded Young Men's Christian Association hall hosted the opening of the industrial classes with Conrad's Orchestra Clara Long violin solos and gymnastic demonstrations. President A W Dickson praised the program noting high demand for skilled clerks and the value of evening study.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christian Agaociation
Conrad
Clara Long
Pomona
Trieune
A. W. Dickson
Garden Brook Tea Poised to Rise in Scranton Market
The Scranton Cash lines up Garden Brook Tea for strong sales this year as demand grows over the past weeks. Its fine drinking qualities and 85 cent per pound price fuel optimism that it will become a market favorite.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Scranton Cash Stars
Dono
Scranton
Stamp find near Chin chand Clark's Summit stirs inquiries
Two Providence boys James Jennings and Michael Lavelle found paper stamps around a wall near Chin-chilla and Clark's Summit. They took some home but began burning them when warned of arrest. Authorities say about 150 dollars in stamps were found, with up to 100 burned. Postmaster Vandling and Lt Spellman investigated, seeking the origin of the stamps and possible link to a Scranton theft.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Jennings
Michael Lavelle
Providence
Chinchilla
Chinchill and
Clark
United States
Lieubeep Spellman
Lieutenant Spellman
Captain Edwards
Poatmaster Vandling
Edwards
Tia
Factoryville
Wandling
Scranton
Evangelist Schiveren Leads Tent Bible Readings
Evangelist Schiveren conducted Bible readings yesterday with more sessions planned through Friday at 3 30 p m in the Gospel tent. A mass meeting of children is set for Saturday at 3 30 p m. Attendance at the tent meetings grows despite chilly weather.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Evangelist Schiveren
Providence
Tallis Morgan
Mr. Schiveren
Schiveren
C.F. Whitemore
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Machine Shops
Evangelist Schiveron
Dickson's
Pent Avenue
Professor Weeden
W. Weeden
Woolworth’s Window Displays Coal Hods to Fire Tools
Shoppers note a Woolworths display split between fine china and coal hods, stove pipes, and fire tools. The window catalog lists coal hods from cheap local prices up to 50 cents each, various stove pipes, shovels, oil cans, ash cans, and nickel plated lift handles among other hardware items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woolworth’s
Japan
Woolworth Green and Gold Store Front
Fragmentary OCR notes describe Woolworth on a storefront with green and gold branding. Limited readable text suggests a retail display or sign but no full event or detail is available.
Hatton Calls for Second Republican Convention Fades
General Henry C Hatton, who urged a second Republican convention in the First district, failed to appear at the Providence armory as delegates gathered. He refused to take part, leaving the assembly and spectators to disperse. The scene ended Hatton’s bold bid while North End sentiment favored John R. Farr as the regular nominee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry C Hatton
Firat
Providence
Hatton
Sea of Glory
North End
John RK. Farr
Industrial Notes Highlight Mixed Coal and Industry Activity
The Lackawanna valley mines run roughly half time while the South Side silk mills operate at full capacity. Delaware, Lackawanna and Western shops run eight hours. output depends on a dull New York market for October. Duryea’s Halistead colliery, idle after a cave-in, expects a two week revival. Meara building ironwork advances as beams go into the Hotel Jermyn cellar awaiting assembly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lackawanna Valley
South Side
Delaware, Lackawanna and Western
Delaware and Hudson Canal Company
New York
Halistead
Duryea
Meara
Jermyn
Threshing Mishap Leaves Man Amputated Arm
Vincent Megargell of Moscow was run by his father’s threshing machine while operating it yesterday. The machine dragged his right arm to the elbow before help arrived. He was taken to Tackewanon hospital where doctors amputated his arm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vincent Megargell
Moscow
Tackewanon
Pound Rates for Families Offer Weekly Wash Service
Advertises special pound rates for family wash service with prompt wagon calls. Encourages sending the whole family’s laundry weekly and requests readers to write for terms and postal details.
Another Concert at the Park Repeats Sunday
Sacred concert at Laurel Hill park to be repeated next Sunday. Grandstand seats 5,000 free admission unchanged from last Sunday. Program includes overture Cing Masa, selections from Igocotto Cavobeceete, Weber invitation A La Valee, cornet solo, Hallelujah chorus, and opera gems Red Hussar Paul Jones Poor Jonathan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laurel Hill Park
Gonnod
Igocotto
Blandel
Dix
Paul Jones
Jonathan
Two Hungarians Fined After Riot Encounter
John Meher and Feather Deontiech were fined 10 dollars each following a Wednesday riot on the Mats. The pair appeared at the opening social Tuesday night and faced penalties for the disturbance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Meher
Feather Deontiech
Wood for Sale Board of Charities Faces Market Supply
A report notes cards of unprepared wood contributed to the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, reflecting a supply issue in the charity market. The Board of Charities oversees the distribution and availability of such goods amid ongoing appeals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of Charities
Society of
Gt. Vincent de Paul
Bread Flour Praise from Coursen's G EM TM Flour
Reader testimonial praises Coursen's G EM TM Flour for making the sweetest bread with rich flavor and claims it is the cheapest flour sold. The note emphasizes wide use and affordable price as reasons for its popularity.
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Cleveland Baking Powder Co
Cleveland Brothers
Norrman& Moore
Wyoming Avenue
Kva
Mears & Hagen
Lacka
Ave
Wyoming Ave
City Notes
Monsey Avenue Baptist Church
Green Ridge Baptist Church
Garney
Gentlemen's Driving Club
Pavers
Lohman's
Spruce Street
J. F. Fornum
Spruce St
Court House
Frank Slorel
Meeting OF Common Council
London Burbeeque Company
Emma Ross Lee
A. W. Pinero
Johnstone Bennett
Isabel Irving
Elaine Bilson
Pine Brook
Roland Rood
Hiks
Reed
Pigeon Maoh
Pat Done
Thomas Lewis
Will Eprines
Annaman
Robert Wallace
W. Whatley
J. D. Mason
Will H. Davis
Great Britain
Mission Notes
Norton's Bulletin
Ladies’ Home Journal
Scribner’s Monthly
Harper's Monthly
M. Norton
J. I. Fouoer
Siegel
Ges
Gautsehi & Sons
Philadelphia
H. Battin & CO
Penn Avenue
Woolworth
Industrial Notes
Commonwealth Shoe Store
Washington Avenue
Laubach
Chicago
Haskell
Port Graduate Dental School
Laundry
Washington Ave
Hines Tit
W.W. Berry Jeweler
Ait Lackawanna Ave
Part
Parp IL
Don Carlo
Ona
Courseyl
Dunn
S. C. Snyder
D.d.s
J. Bolz
Stanley
Miss Stout
Oslands
Banister
Lackawanna Ave
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