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The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
RESOLUTIONS OF REGRET

At recent meeting of the congrega-
ton of the Tabernacle Congregational
church, resolutions of regret concern
ing the death of their beloved pastors
wife, were drawn up and adopted.
The resolutions are as follows:
Whereas, The all Merciful Father has
removed from our midst our dear sister,
the wife of our beloved pastor, the Rev
D. j. Jones, and
whereas, Her removal is a loss to the
church, but to our pastor, who mas
watched over her long illness so patient
ly, it is very sad therefore, he 1t
Resolved, That we as church convey
to our beloved pastor our heartfelt SYM
pathy in the loss of enc Whos under the
guidance of the Holy Spirit, has been
to him as a servant in the Masters Nlne-
ward. a painstakng and faithful help
meet, and be it further
Resolved. That we place on record our
tribute to her memory and that we ask
the Holy Spirit to direct our pastor ana
his beloved family to seek consolation
from the never failing words of God.
Thy will be done.
In behalf of the church.
The DeaCons.
,Signcd Evan G. Reese Cor. Sec.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15

At Germania hall last night the sixth
annual dance and concert of the Junger
Maennerchor was held. The event was
the most brilliant one of the year on
this side. The large auditorium was
thronged to its utmost capacity, and
the decorative work done under the SUI
perVlsion of Eugene Tannler, was eX-
cellent. Tho audience comprised the
representative society people of South
scranton and many from various parts
of the city.
The opening number of the exercises,
Down the Line" given by the Law
renee orchestra, was well received, fol-
lowed by the rendition of q popular
German ballad by the Maennerchor.
MISS Lydia Sailer, the soprano soloist
or the occasion, sang "Toreador Halo"
ana was compelled to respond to two
encores. The Machinists' Glee club,
composed of employees of the Delaware,
LackaWanna and Western machine
shops, sang Brave Sailor Lads Are
We and responded to an encore with
johnny Smoker" An excellent mum.
Der was that given by Albert Gutheinz,
who sang "In My Old New Hampshire
Home" 1t was Mr.. Gutheinz's first
effort as a soloist. and his reception
was hearty and sincere. For an en-
core he sang "She Was Bred in Old
Kentucky" Lawrence's orchestra ac-
companied Mr.. Gutheinz.
Hope Beyond" sang by William
Zeisiner and William Berghauser, was
applauded. The first part of the pro-
gramme was concluded with selections
by the Scranton Liederkranz and the
Workingmans society.
Allan Lawrence, leader Of the orches-
ira, opened the second part of the con-
cert with an excellent rendition of
"L'Elegante." The Ringgold band
played the blue and Gray" march.
Miss Lydia Sailer and Mr.. Gustave
Reppert sang a duet and Charles Web.
ber appeared in his side-splitting stump
speech. Just as the Sun Went Down"
was sang by j. Norton. The Leider-
kranG, WOrkngman's society and the
SchweiZer Naennerchor gave several
selections, ana in conclusion the audi
ence sang the Star Spangled Banner"
accompanied by the orchestra.
Lawrence played for the dancing
which followed. The committee in
charge of the affair were Karl Berg
hauser. chairman: Albert Gutheinz
Eugene Tannler, Henry KEEPER and
Abram Weichel.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
RUNAWAYS YESTERDAY.

About 7.30 o'clock last night, when
Cedar avenue was crowded, much eX-
citement was caused by the appear
ance of maddened animal attached to
a cutter dashing up the avenue. At
tempts to stop the runaway were un-
availing. When the horse reached the
harness store of Herman Eckel it turn
ed toward the sidewalk and collided
with telephone pole and was caught
Later it was learned that the outfit
belonged to Vincent Bluech, the Pitts
ton avenue cigarmaker. While stand
ing in front of the cigar store a pass
ing car frightened the animal and it
dashed along Pittston avenue to River
street, and turne up Cedar avenue.
The cutter was damaged and the horse
cut in several places by a broken
thill.
The spirited horse of Constable
Woelker's became unmanageable on
Cedar avenue yesterday and made a
desperate effort to run away. Mr.
Woelker's, who was driving, was
thrown out, but held pluckily to the
reins bringing the animal to a stand
still within a few rods.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
GREEN RIDGE.

A. NJ. Amos, of Buffalo, is visiting
at the home Of A. B. LidstOne, of Dick
son avenue.
The Asbury church held a valentine
social last evening at which there We're
many present. Refreshments We're
served
No. 2S school held short session
yesterday, The school was dismissed
early, owing to about 300 scholars being
absent.
The Literary Section of the Women's
club held a very Interesting meeting
in the library yesterday afternoon.
The street car lines were opened at
a late hour last evening.
Mrs. e. Waters, of Smith place, IS
confined to her home by an attack Of
grip.
Charles Cooper, Of East Market
street, is suffering with a severe at
tack of rheumatism.
Owing to the blocking of the street
cars yesterday, the Delaware and Hud-
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
WERE QUIETLY MARRIED.
T. Myrddin Jones, of New York, and
Miss Hartley, of This City.

Miss Jennie Amelia Hartley, daugh-
ter of Mrs. L. H. Browning, was mar
ried to MyTddin T. Jones, of New York
city, yesterday afternoon at $50
o'clock. The ceremony was performed
in the artistically decorated parlor of
the brides residence, at 609 North
Washington avenue. Rev. r. S. Jones,
pastor of the Providence Congregation
al church, and father of the young
man, officiated. Only the immediate
relatives of the contracting parties
were present.
Immediately after the ceremony a
reception was rendered the couple.
Both are we'll known young persons
and have many friends here. After a
short wedding visit with their friends
they will go to New Yorh city and will
begin housekeeping in a newly fur
nished home there. Mr.. Jones holds a
lucrative and responsible position in
the above city.
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son had a very large passenger traffic.
The train coming up from Scranton
last evening at six o'clock carried over
a hundred Green Ridge residents.
Henry Morgan, who was injured in
the Dickson mine a short time ago, is
fast recovering.
Mrs. Jacob X. Johler, of Sanderson
avenue, gave her Sunday school class
taffy pull at her home last evening.
Those present were Misses Rachel
Ross, Ruth Davis, Pearl Henry Belle
Crosby, Gertie Bell, Minnie Leah, EN-
ma Patch, Edna Hickman, Nanette
Collins and Servie Johler. Mrs. Johler
was assisted by Mrs. William Reed
Council No. 942, Junior Order of
United American Mechanics, held an
entertainment in Moreps hall on
Breaker street Thursday evening when
a fine programme was presented.
Prof. James Hawker will lecture in
the auditorium of No. 27 school on
Thursday evening. His theme will be
"The Fate of a Nation" The proceeds
will be used to procure an alarm bell
for the school.
The collections for No. 2S school We're
Prof. Burdick's room, IS cents; Miss
Micks, $lO3S Esther Smith, 80 cents /.
Miss Moffatt, 80 cents Kate Smith, IL
cents; Miss Penny, so cents; Miss
Neymier, $1.72 Miss Fowler, Is cents
Miss Fuller, Sc cents; total, $l5.44
Miss Edith Bonear, of Deacon street,
is slowly recovering from her recent
injuries.
Mrs. William Stone, of Dickson ave-
nue., has returned from Walton, n. Y,
where she was called by the illness Of
her mother.
Mrs. c. p. Slack, of Penn avenue,
is confined to her home by a severe
illness
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
AFTERNOON WEDDING

John McGuinness and Miss Bridget
Pyle, both of this side, We're united in
marriage at st. Peters cathedral yes
terday afternoon at o'clock. Rev
j. a. O'Reilly was the officiating cler-
gyman. Miss Mary McGarry, brides
maid, and Albert S. Doyle, groomsman.
The wedding party entered the
church as Mendelssohn's wedding
march was being played by Aloyslus
Colligan. The bridal party enjoyed 4
drive to Archibald, where the dinner
was served. The bride has been en-
ployed as assistant housekeeper at st.
Peters rectory and is a much admired
young woman. Mr.. McGuinness is a
well known young man and highly
thought of by ms many friends. The
couple will reside at 1920 Stone avenue.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15

A common expression is:
"The human race is grow
ing weaker and wiser. "
That we are growing weak
er is proved by the large
number of pale, thin and
emaciated people.
That we are growing
wiser may be proved by
overcoming these disorders
with the timely use of
SCOTS Emulsion of Cod
liver Oil with Hypophos-
phiteS which gives strength,
enriches the blood, invigor-
ateS the nerves and forms
fat.
soc. and si.oo, all druggists,
SCOTT & BOVINE, Chemists, New York.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
DEPOSITS OF YESTERDAY.

The pupils of public schools Nos. .,
II and 80 yesterday made the regular
weekly deposits of school savings in
the bank. Considering the inclement
weather the depositors fully main
tanned their previous standard. The
amounts of each school are as follows:
No 80 school, Miss Margaret O'Don-
nell, principal, $l,G7; Miss Sara O'Don-
nell, $2,5l; Miss Ella Jordan, As; Miss
Elizabeth McManama, I.96; Miss Ella
Dougherty, .95; Miss Mary Morrow, 60;
total. $745.
School No. s, John NJ. Beaumont,
principal, $l.9O; Miss Mary A. Pitcher,
|.41; Miss Anna b. Rankin, $1.9G; Miss
Mary a. Scott, $21O; Miss Mary Z.
keenan,. .GS; Miss Elizabeth zang, S1.O9;
total, S9l4.
School No. 2, w. ]. Fitzgerald, prin-
cipal, $3.50; Miss Sarah Mellin, $2S9;
Miss Mary McHale, sl.S6; Miss Katie
Kelley, Sl.02; Miss Anna Fox, $2S3;
Miss Nellie Beamish, 60; Miss Margaret
McGrath, S3.37; Miss Mary A. Gregory,
81; Miss Nellie It. Fox, s1.43; total,
Sl744.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
NO SESSION HELD.

The West Side board of trade meet
ing which was scheduled for last night
was not held, owing to the lack of a
quorum. President A. B. Holmes was
the only member that put in an ap-
pearance at the rooms in the West Side
bank building, and after waiting for a
quorum to materialize he abandoned
the hope of meeting. No meeting
has been held in the past two months
and of course excuses may be offered
for non-appearance last night on ac-
count of the storm, etc.
Much good work has been accom-
plished by the board in the past and
it is to be hoped for the good of the
community the work will be continued.
The next meeting night will not oc-
cur again until the second Tuesday in
August.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
FINAL REVIVAL MEETINGS.

The Scranton Street Baptist church
revival meeting was held in Morgans
hall, corner OF Main avenue and Jack
son street, last night. Tonight the
meeting will be held in the Plymouth
Congregational church, and Rev. Neale
and the pastor desire TO meet all the
recent converts. Tomorrow evening the
meeting will be held in the Washburn
Street Presbvterian church.
The final meeting on Friday evening
will probably be held in the Simpson
Methodist Episcopal church, when Rev.
Thomas Neale. jr., will close his labors
with the people here. He has been
very successful and made many friends
while here.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
CLEAN THE CUTTERS.

Lieutenant of Police Thomas Will
Jams received instruction yesterday to
notify property owners and business
houses to clean the snow from the gut
ters in front of their residences and
places of business.
This is in accordance with the city
ordinance, and must be done before any
damages result from the general thaw
which will follow in a few days. The
ordinance also applies to the cleaning
of sidewalks
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
PRE-LENTEN SOCIAL.

The members of st. Davids Episco-
pal church held a pre-Lenten social at
the residence of Mr.. and Mrs. Daniel
Elsinger, 744 North Main avenue, last
night. The affair was under the direc-
tion of the Women's Guild and was in
charge of committee comprising Mrs.
Charles Frazer, president; Miss Mar
garet Phillips, Thomas Williams and
j. O. Hopkins.
Amusements of various kinds were
provided for the children and dancing
was enjoyed by the older people. Light
refreshments were served.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
A NARROW ESCAPE.

A driver in the employ of the Attain
tic Refining company. was driving a
team along Main avenue at o'clock
yesterday morning, and when the out
fit, which consisted of one of the large
oil tanks used by the company, adjust
ed on runners, came in contact with
the rails of the Street Railway COM
pany at the corner of Jackson street
the tank was overturned and the driver
had a narrow escape from injury.
owing to its weight, it was necessary
to employ builders Jacks" to raise it.
Traffic on the street car lines was de-
layed for about an hour. Fortunately
no one was injured
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
SYMPATHY OF M'KINLEY.

Rev. S. F. Matthews, pastor of the
First Baptist church, on Monday re-
ceiVed a letter from President McKin-
ley. expressing sympathy with the
church in the great misfortune that
has befallen them in the burning of
their church edifice and expressing
the hope of their final triumph over all
their present difficulties.
The pastor, in behalf Of the afflicted
congregation, gratefully acknowledged
the letter of coincidence from the chief
executive.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15

at work yesterday. Hurriedly pass
ing a large piece of iron, he stumbled
and fell heavily to the hard floor. He
was removed to his home and was at
tended by DR.. John J. Walsh. His
condition is serious, as fears are en-
tertained that broken rib has pcne-
trated the left lung.
The concert at the rooms of the
Young Women's Christian association
tonight will be the leading event held
thus far this season at their rooms.
The committee of management states
that the programme to be given can
not be surpassed.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
MACHINIST INJURED.

Edward Hemm, of 34S North Hyde
Park avenue, was injured yesterday
while at work in the Delaware, Lacka-
wanna and Western company's ma
chine shops. Mr.. Hemm slipped and
fell into one of the pits located in the
shop, and dislocated his knee, and also
sustained lacerated wound across the
knee cap.
Ele was able to walk as far as the
West Lackawanna avenue crossing on
his way home, and from there rode in
a street car the rest of the distance.
Dr. George Z. Reynolds attended him,
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15

Many friends Of the late Margaret
Cannon attended the funeral services
at Holy Cross church in Bellevue yes
terday afternoon. The remains were
borne from the house at 551 Fourth
street, to the church, whore Rev. w.
T. O'DOnnel pronounced blessing, at
2.3O o'clock. Interment was made i'll
the Cathedral cemetery.
The remains of the infant child of
Mr.. and Mrs John f. Murphy of 33i
Coar place, was buried in the Cathe-
dral cemetery yesterday afternoon,
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
PROGRESSIVE EUCHRE PARTY.

The young ladies of st. Ceclia's $
Total Abstinence and Benevolent soci-
ETY., an auxiliary of st. Leo's battalion
held progressive euchre party in the
rooms in st. David's hall building last
night. seven tables being in use.
The first prize, a pair of gloves, was
won by Miss Rose Flynn, of North
Scranton, and the "booby" prize went
to Miss Celia Smith. Refreshments
were served and a short period of dane
ing cniONed.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
LENTEN SERVICES.

The observance Of Lent will begin
this morning at st. David's Episcopal
church, with services at and 1880
o'clock, when the celebration of Holy
Communion will occur. The rector,
Rev. f.. j. McHenry, will preach SER
mon at the 1890 o'clock services. At
4 p. IN. Ash Wednesday services for
children will be conducted, when the
rector will deliver an address.
At s p. m. Litany and Penitential
offices will be said, and a talk on Len
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
DOES COFFEE AGREE WITH YOUp

If not, drink Grain-O-made from pure
/ made Grain-O l did not like il hut
after using 1t for one week nothing
would induce me to so back to coffee"
1t nourshes and feeds the system. The
children can drink It freely with great
benefit. 1t is the strengthening sub,
stance of pure grains, Get "a pack
age today from your grocer, follow
have a delicious and healthful table bey-
erage for old and young. 15c. and 25c.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
REMEDY FOR THc GRIPPE.

A remedy recommended for patients
afflicted with the Grippe is Kemp's Bal
sam, which Is especially adapted to dis
eases of the throat and lungs. DO not
wait for the first symptoms of the dis
ease but get a bottle today and keep Il
on hand for use the moment it is needed.
If neglected the grippe has tendency
to bring on pneumonia. The Balsam pre-
vents this by keeping the cough loose.
All druggists sell the Balsam.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15

held yesterday, but only one session
was held.
At No. 10, where Miss Josie Lees is
principal, few collections were made,
but the amount was very small. 1t is
expected that the pupils will be en-
abled to resume their studies today
without any difficulty arising from the
weather.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
BICYCLE BOYS MEET.

The Electric City Wheelmen held q
regular meeting at the club house on
Jackson street last night, and, after
the business pertaining to the club was
concluded, a social session was held
and light luncheon served
Two new members We're elected,
Thomas Sheriff and Edward Williams.
y special meeting is called for tomor-
row night to consider the advisability
of purchasing Il property to be used
as a club house.
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ten observance given. Daily talks will
also be given each day this week at the
morning services at o'clock and in
the afternoon at o'clock by speakers
from out of the parish. The usual
Lenten features will be followed dur
ing the remainder of the season and
all are invited to participate.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15

The usual weekly deposits from the
pupils of Nos. 32. 10 and 33 schools did
not materialize Monday or yesterday,
owing to the fact that the children
were prevented from attending school
on account of the heavy storm. In
most of the buildings exercises We're
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
EVENTS OF DAY In
WEST SCRANTON
WEDDING OF MISS MARY BAR
RETT AND M. w. LYNoTT.

Ceremony Performed at st. Patrick's
Church NO Session Of the Board
of Trade Resolutions of Regret.
Edward Hemm Injured - Euchre
Party at st. Leo's Rooms - Presi-
dent Mckinley Offers sympathy.
No School Deposits - Pre-Lenten
and Revival Services.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
GATHERED In
SOUTH SCRANTON
MAENNERcHoR DANCED LAST
NIGHT IN GERMANIA HALL.

Was the Sixth Annual Affair and a
Perfect Success Albert Gutheinz
Makes His Debut as a Singer
Ball of Company A of the Patriotic
Guards - Panic Caused by a Run
away Horse se--Constable Woelkers
Slightly Injured - Public School
Deposits.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
MILITARY MASQUERADE BALL.

The first annual military masquerade
ball of Company A, Patriotic Guards,
an auxiliary to Camp No. 43O Patriotic
Order Sons of America, was held at
Matters hall last night. The initiative
effort of the company was a complete
success.
The spacious hall was crowded by
the handsomely attired dancers. Can
tain Jacob Mautz, commander Of Com
pany A, was master of ceremonies and
chairman of the committee OF arrange
ments. First Lieutenant Fred. e. Jones
was assistant master of ceremonies,
The others assisting We're Sergeant
Charles Mursch, Corporal f. II. Thomp-
son and Private j. Help. Johnson fur
nished the dance music.
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At 4 o'clock yesterday afternoon Rev.
u. A Dunno united in marriage at
st. Patrick's church, Michael w. Ly-
mott, of 903 Scranton street and Miss
Mary Barrett. of S02 Scranton street.
The bride was attended by Miss Bina
Bolton, and Hugh Connell acted as
grcomsman. Both ladies were becom-
Ingly attired in costumes of cadet blue.
with cream colored trimmings, and
wore corsage bouquets Of roses. The
bride carried a prayer book
Immediately after the ceremony the
party were driven to the brides home
where supper was partaken of, and
last evening the friends of the young
couple rendered them a reception at
Doughers hall. Mr.. and Mrs. I.ynott
are very well known in the vicinity in
which they reside. Their many friends
presented them with numerous we'd
ding gifts. At the reception last even
ing dancing was enjoyed for several
hours. Mr.. and Mrs. Lynott will re-
side on Scranton street.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15

fThe West Side office Of The Tribune is
at jenkins drug store, corner Main and
jackson, and is in charge of w. r.
Hughes. News and advertisements re-
CeiVed at this offiCel
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15
NUBS OF NEWS.

Ernest Flicker, employed at the
Dickson Manufacturing company's
shops, sustained a painful injury while
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1899-02-15

soc. and sr.oo, all druggists,
SCOTT & BOVINE, Chemists, New York
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,signcO Evan g. Reese Cor, Sec.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-10-05

likely that they would dismantle their forts IN
order to send garrison pieces to the front.
The military authorities estimate that there
are now twelve thousand Beers in the field.
GEN WHITE HURRIEs TO THE FRONT.
Advices from Cape Town announce that Cen
eral Sir George Stewart White, V. c.. who will
command the British forces in Natal proceeds
10 Durham to-day. on his arrival at Cape Town
he found the situation on the Natal border so
grave that he teegraphed for immediate trans
portatlon for himself and staff to Durham, and
the British second class cruiser Forte was
placed at his disposal. but he subsequently
went by train.
Additional transports. with troops from India,
arrived this morning at Durham and will pro-
coed TO the front Immediately.
II is rurored that the Beers are Withdrawing
from the Natal border. owing to lack II forage.
New-York tribune. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1866-1924, 1899-10-05
A NEW DEPARTMENT ASKED FOR.
PRESIDENT SAID TO FAVOR BUREAU OF Ne
DUsTRY AND COMMERCE.

Chicago Oct 4-President Mckinley. according
70 Colonel Elliot Durand who has just returned
from Washington as the representative OF the
National Business League Of Chicago, tavors the
establishment Of a Department OF Industry and
Commerce to be represented IN the Cabinet.
The President has promised 70 consider the
proposition said Colonel Durand today. and We
are hopeful OF success"
The National Business League has opened CORE
spondence with commercial associations all over
the country advising them 10 adopt and forward
10 the President resolutions urging him 10 recon-
mend to Congress In his annual message that such
bureau be instituted. The league is preparing
tor conference In this city next month for con-
sidararion Of the interstate commerce laws ana for
the purpose Of deciding upon recommendations TO
committee. which will be empowered to draft
new law for presentation 70 Congress. Plans are
being formulated and the date OF the meeting
viii De announced Immediately after the close OK
the fall festival