City Notes and Local Meetings Stir Scranton Scene
Barber William O'Brien slates a lease with John Jermyn for a store room beside the Sprice street entrance to the hotel. The Vesper Literary Society names officers for a meeting and program including three minute speeches and author quotations. Cardello, a push cart peddler, faces assault charges after a clash with rival Seamans ending in a struck end with a measuring tool. Scranton Clearing House last week shows totals of 142108.30 on Sept 24 and other large sums. weekly total reaches 5012.45 for the week ending Sept 3, 18M.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William O'Brien
John Jermyn
Sprice Street
Tn Tt
O'Brien
Jermyn
Scranton
Samuel Seamans
Cardello
Seamans
Vesper Literary Society
Wiiter KE. Gurater
Joseph A. Wagner
J. W. Brownine
L. A. Lange
Retail liquor dealers meet at Raub's hall to discuss state convention
Tita calls all retail liquor dealers of the ot and county to assemble Monday afternoon at 2 at Raub's hall 1 Wyoming avenue. By order of secretary, T He. in reference to the state convention to be held in Scramion Get.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tita
County
Raub's Hall
Wyoming Avenue
Scramion Get
T. He
State Liquor Dealers Convene Here With Delegates
The State Liquor Dealers Protective Association meets in the city tomorrow with about 500 delegates. State Organizer Nolan arrives today to arrange the convention and establish headquarters at the Anthrackt e hotel on Wyoming avenue. Charlies Paovtereon of Philadelphia leads the opening session at Marie hell and white providel. Local delegates P. H. Coyne and A. Martin are among those to attend. the local group will meet at Raub's hall at 2:50 this afternoon to finalize plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nolan
Wyoming Avenue
Marie Hell
White Providel
Charlies Paovtereon
Philadelphia
Music Hall
P. H. Coyne
A. Martin
Raub
Break in Wyoming gas main repaired after heavy flow
A gas main in front of the Wyoming House burst due to ground settling. Repairs started after 10:30 Saturday morning as heavy escaping gas halted ditch work. Gas was turned off at dawn to resume operations and prevent a repeat incident.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wyoming House
John Raymond Institute Admission Terms and Bicycle Auction Notice
Admission terms list irregular membership and class fees for English branches woodwork electricity sign writing painting plumbing with a seven dollar membership base. Also advertising new bicycles by Bittenbender Co and a horse auction at Cusick's stable featuring draft and business horses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
JF Cusick
Firemen head to Reading for state convention
Fifty Nay Aug Fire company members with the Lawrence band depart for Reading to attend the annual state firemen convention opening tomorrow. Delegates include Daniel Newman and C H Schutt among Scranton reps, with headquarters at the Central hotel and Nay Augs quartered at Woodville Inn.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reading
Nay Aug Fire Company
Lawrence
Isadore Goodman
Nav Ags
Volunteer Firemen's Association
C. M. Zizleman
George Suydam
Scranton
Central Hotel
Woodville Inn
Daniel Newman
Crystals
C. HH. Schutt
Pheonix
Adam Stanhouser
Hook and Ladder
PF. W. Pedrick
Columbla
M. HM. Miesecker
General Phinney
Bo Robinson
Liberty
Verdict in Roberts death case against Delaware and Hudson Canal
The jury found for Mrs Mary Roberts in a suit against the Delaware and Hudson Canal company for her husband’s death after being struck by a passenger train at Carbon street crossing. Thomas Gordon testified for the plaintiff’s side. The verdict amount and other rulings were noted with additional civil actions listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Johnson
Jessup
Roberts
Major Warren
Jescup
Edwards
Alfred G. Pace
Sarah D. Lee
W.G. Davis
WLP Boland
Leader Store Expansion Brings Corset Fitting and Millinery Opening
Lebeck and Corwin, new Scranton merchants at 124 126 Wyoming Ave, unveil an expanded store with a dedicated corset fitting room and a full millinery opening. They promise courteous service, exchanges or refunds on unsatisfactory items, and showcase exclusive styles in cloaks furs hats and dress goods. Opening days are Tuesday and Wednesday Oct 1 and 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs. Lebeck & Cor- In
Wyoming Avenue
Scranton
Harge
Thhem
Mt Pocono Fire Ravages Central Hotel and Stores
A major blaze at Mount Pocono destroyed the Central hotel valued at 10000 and Taylor's store with stock, plus damage to the Fanicn House and DL&W station totaling about 7000. Firefighters used locomotive water to save the Farview House and station after the central building was lost. Origin not known, suspected defective flue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mount Pocono
Tribune
Central Hotel
Taylor
Delaware, Lackawanhia and
Western
Buckley
Central
Taylor's
Fight for County Chair Heats Up in Democrat Convention
In Lackawanna County the race for permanent chairman of the Democratic convention pits ex sheriff John J Mahey against editor B J Lynett. County Chairman John E Roche and others weigh in as factions align to control state party leadership with Kerr Harrity and Smith boosters involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John J. Mahey
B. J. Lynett
The
Free Press
Puhey
Lynett
Mr. Fahey
John J. O'Toyle
John P. Kelly
Joseph O'Brien
M. P. Flynn
John Gaffney
Edgor W. R. Bell
Mr. Lynnett
John Hh. Roche
Democratic County Committee
Mestmaster FM
Fahey People
Roche
Lackawanna
Paheyltes
Democratic Party
W. PF. Harrity
James Kerr
Clearfield
State Committee
National House of Representatives
Kerr
Fahey
Hoehe
Harrity
J.A. Kelley
P. Ho McAndrew
Tribune
St. Charles
Tam
vAs
Hoche
John E. Roche
Mr. Roche
Judge Smith
Mrr. Pahey
Wiii Lamsport
Robinson
Swedish Gymnastics Class Starts at YWCA
Beginning Oct 1 the Swedish system of gymnastics will be taught at the YWCA replacing the YMCA program.
Woman Drops Dead in Rome Third Moor Penn Avenue
Mrs Fannie Kabathnick aged 4 years dropped dead on the third floor of the building at 027 Penn avenue Saturday morning while drawing water. She had suffered ill health but felt unusually well that day. Dr Gunster attended but couldn't help. Rheumatism of the heart is cited as the cause of death. She had recently resided in the city and lived with her son in law M Dinner for whom the funeral was held yesterday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fannie Kabathnick
Rome
Penn Avenue
Rising Generation Delights at Academy With William Barry
A packed house greeted William Barry and the Rising Generation at the Academy Saturday night. Parry lauds a witty Irishman whose fresh wit and bright humor carry the show without horseplay. He is praised as the best Trish comedian on the scene with a talented group of youths delivering singing dancing and acting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Barry
Academy
Parry
Exuge
Democratic State Candidates to Be Officially Notified
Nominated candidates for state treasurer and the six nominees for the superior court judge will meet at the Girardine in Philadelphia next Thursday at 2 oclock to be formally notified by the nominations committee led by John E Roche of Fin e by. Speeches of acceptance will follow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Superior Court
The
Girardine
Philadelphia
John EE. Roche
Fin Ebty
SISTER M HYACINTH DEAD AT ST CECELIAS CONVENT
Sister M Hyacinth former Harriet Mlynn Irish native died Saturday night at St. Cecelia's Convent Wyoming Avenue after a long illness. She served as mother superior in Pltstown for six terms and previously lived in Reading. Funeral plans not yet set. Also notes on local financial and business notices and services in Scranton area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Cecelia's Convent
Bieter
Mary Hyacinth
Wyoming Avenue
Herriet Mlynn
Ireland
Reading
Plitstow
Exposed Ex-Lecturer Annie Bellman Case Shocks Convent
Investigation shows Annie Bellman, released Sept. 12 from the Home of the Good Shepherd, traveled Luzerne county claiming she was held prisoner in a Scranton convent. The 17 year old told audiences she was rescued, but records indicate she was placed under guardianship after leaving the reform home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Annie Bellman
House of the Good Shepherd
Scranton
St. Cecilia's Convent
Wyoming, Avenue
Luzerne County
Philip Owell
Wilkes-Barre
St. Cecillu's
Annie Hellman
The
Good Shepherd
Hunlock's Creek
Lugerne
the Good Shepherd
Noots Lackawanna Avenue
Dugcan
Wiamsport
Raymond Court
Ao Vialt
Lfe
Archbald
Hunlock’s Creek
Metodist Ministers Sessions Open Today in Wyoming
The 142nd Wyoming District Ministerial Association session of the Afetho ast Episcopal church opens today at 2 o clock in Orange Calverton with Rev. J. O. Eskman presiding elder and Rev. J. B. Swert as secretary. Readings cover revival, war Sunday school efficiency, Bible study, prohibition, and church rituals with multiple discussions planned through Tuesday afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Range
Wyoming
Afethoast Episcopal Church
Tne
Orange
Calverton
Ev. J
Eskman
J. B. Swert
C.V. Henry
Renee Seasion
Association
Becays
N. J. Hawley
Matson
Cornell
Santee
W. Treible
Chirk Callender
Toe Mantock Association
G. Sompsyits
Westhuton
Df. Warner
Discass
J. H. Sumner
W.G. Simpson
AL Hater
J. W. Webb
Chaffee
Wor
Cochrane
Fhl
Pursone
J. Warner
Mudie
Mott
D'Seies
GT. Race
Abel Wrighy
FP Doty
Tedis Buss
J. L. Race
Lo. Sanford
OL L
Severson
OD. Cavanaugh
Great Retiring Sale at Scranton Clothing House
The Old Hellable Scranton Clothing House goes out of business selling over $10,000 worth of men boys and children's clothing at greatly reduced prices. Grand reopening Tuesday Oct 1 from 8 am to 6 pm with prices as low as 62 cents for pants and 0 cent for children's items. Located on Lackawanna avenue near Coyne House in Scranton PA.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young Women's Christian Association
the Tribune
Ethel Tucker Company
Academy of Music
Queena
Mekee Rankdn
Mangevr Mido
Hugh Conwas
the Coast Guard
Miss Tucker
Scranton
Mixa Tucker
Darrow
Chidren
Lackawanna Avenue
Coyne House
Penn Avenue
Half Price Clothing Sale At Martin & Delaney Scranton
The closing out sale at Martin & Delaney on Wyoming Avenue offers Prince Albert coats and wear at half their former prices, with all winter goods reduced 25 to 50 percent. Men women and children’s suits overcoats and ulsters are advertised as deeply discounted, urging customers to buy before stock is gone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin & Delaney
Prince Albert
Aero
Scranton
Martin & Delaney's
Wyoming Avenue
Miraculous Escape in Front of Hunt & Connell Vehicle
A. G. Hunt of Hunt & Connell narrowly escaped injury during a runaway on Jefferson Avenue. He was a passenger in a buggy when frightened horses dashed southward, striking no contact with curbs or tracks until reaching Lackawanna Avenue. The buggy peeled away and Hunt was thrown to the pavement but not seriously hurt. The team was stopped a short distance further down the street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. G. Hunt
A.G. Hunt
Hunt & Connell
Jefferson Avenue
Hays
Annd
Mr. Hunt
Lackawana Avenue
Mrr
Hunt
Miner Fatally Injured at Mallstead Mine
George Dunn of Duryea was fatally injured Saturday at the Mallstead mine when caught between two loaded train cars. He suffered mangled limbs and internal injuries and died at Moses Taylor hospital at 8 40 p m. He leaves a family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Dunn
Duryea
Mallstead
Moses Taylor Hospital
Dunn
Death notices from Beranton and St. Cecilia's Academy
Mrs Henry Mohr of Beranton died September 28 1896 aged, funeral Tuesday at 2 PM from 621 Hirch Street, burial in Vac Street cemetery. Sister Hyacinth of St Cecilia's Academy died Sunday night at 9 80 PM, funeral Tuesday at 9 90 AM at St Peters Cathedral.
New Fur Trilby Gape Debuts This Season
A dealer presents a new fur trilby style for the coming season offered to the trade at very low prices. The pitch emphasizes pleasing women and promoting the latest line to customers.
Furs and Cloth Cloaks Style Announcement
A fashion notice proclaims a larger and more extensive line of fur and cloth cloaks. The merchants promise original designs and new styles not found elsewhere as they aim to set current trends.
Three Floors Occupied Show Confidence and Patronage
After October 1 the organization will occupy three floors instead of one to demonstrate stronger public support. The move signals broader confidence and backing from local residents and patrons.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Norman & Moore
Hire Insurance
Wyoming Ave
Busset
Commonwealth Shoe
Washington Avenue
Ackawanna
A. , Warman
Penn Ave
Mpanulty
City Notes
John Raymond Institute
Hargain
Ttenbender & Co
BK. Bittenbender
W. A. Keriimerer
MT. Pocono
Wotchel & Millar
China Hall
F. J. Crane
New York
Kla Cloak and Fur
Commonwealth Shoe Store
Washington
A Avenue
John J. Fahey
Charlea Refbingson
F. J. Fitssimmons
Fitzsimmons
Joseph Murphy
Prothingham
Kerry Gow
Murphy
Maloney
Davis’ Theater
Wilkes Barre
Magele Weston
Fulton Brothers
Corret
Hilly Berry
M. Hyacinth
Beourty Loan and Savings Union of
Bald Mount
Miwaukee and Ransom
Tew. J. Vu. Johnson
Ira J. Davis
Frank J. Smith
Nil Aten
BR. of. Akerley
At.torney
Thaddeus M. Roth
Willam Kipvil
Madame L’amoureaux
Spruce Street
Cre
BR. BR. Burh
Glover
Court House
St. Cecilia’s
Schiebel's
Mimhurst Boulevard
Rimburat
Schlebel
Elmhurst
Weber
Guernsey Bros
Scranton Clothing House
Hallstead
Scranton Cash Store
TOV Wiskad
Sivasse
L. B. Powell & Co,s
Go Music Store
N. E. Penna
Serneton.Pa
S. C. Snyder
D. D
J. Bolz
Dime Bank
Duck Rivers
Lynn Havens
Keyports
Mill Ponds
Shrewsbury
Rockaways
Maurice River
Western Shores
Blue Points
Pyerce
Warket
Green Ridge Sanitarium
Marion St
Green Ridge
A. E. Jordan
Boston Hospital Training School For Nurses
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