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The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01
THE new SCALE GOES
INTO EFFECT TODAY
Painters Decide Not to Work fol-
Men Who Have Not Signed 1t.
About 100 Affected.

A strike was declared last night by
all employing painters who have not
signed their scale for uniform eight
hour day and a fiat rate of 2Sis cents
per hour for eight hours work, which
is to so into effect today.
The scale submitted to the master
painters has already been signed by
eighteen of them, and the men en-
ployed by them will work ls usual to-
day, but all painters whose employers
have not signed the scale will remain
idle.
AS far as could be learned last night
about 100 men will be affected by the
strike declaration. and the leaders con-
tidently expect that these men will be
enabled to go to work after today,
when, they assert, the scale will be
signed by those who are still holding
out.
An open meeting of both union and
non union men was held in A. o, Y. w,
hall last night Several hours were
consumed In the discussion of the
strike proposition. When a vote was
taken the result was for a strict en-
forcement of the scale.
Painters who do not 60 to work to-
day will report for roll call at Q
o'clock this morning at the business
agents office. 1903 Lackawanna avenue.
A regular meeting of Union No. 2lS
will be held this evening to hear re-
ports.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01
GREEN RIDGE.

Mr., and Airs. Il. w. Thompson and
daughter, Ruth, of Boston, are visitors
at the home of Mrs. Thompson's par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. j. S. Miller, of Penn
avenue.
Miss Mamie Osmond, of Dickson ave-
nue. Is visiting friends In Honesdale.
Mr.. and Mrs. w. ii. Peck and Miss
Peck have returned from an extended
southern trip, which included visit to
the Charleston exposition.
Ralph Snowden, of Sunset avenue
and Donald Hull. of Sanderson ave-
nue., students at Cornell university, are
spending the Easter vacation at their
homes.
Alderman Bailey is able to be at his
office again, after an absence of few
days because of illness.
William Moffitt, of Dickson avenue
who was seriously injured in the re-
cent accident at the Won Storch mine
is slowly recovering.
Camp No. 25, Patriotic Order Sons OF
America, will hold it's regular meeting
this evening i'm Masonic hall, on Dick
son avenue, when it Is expected the
state president, A, w. Thomas, will
visit the camp.
o. S. Lutz. of Won Storch avenue, IL
able 10 be about again, after three
weeks illness.
Mrs. William Bouser, of Namonie
Pines. Is visiting Green Ridge friends
Arthur Dunn and son, Arthur, visited
friends in Carbondale yesterday.
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Told in a Few Lines.

Misses Jessie KEEPER and Alice Oster-
hout both of this place, spent Sunday
with friends in Honesdale.
Mrs. Carey, of AvOca, called on
friends on Wayne avenue yesterday.
Lillian, daughter of w. w. Jenkins,
of Olyphant, was among visitors on
Buck avenue yesterday.
The Ladies' Aid society of the Provi-
dence Presbyterian church, will hold
an important business meeting in the
lecture room of the church this after
noon at 2:3O.
Oscar Davis, the son of Rev. W. +.
Davis, of Summit avenue, returned
yesterday noon to his studies at Buck
nell. after spending the Easter vaca-
ton with his parents.
John Elicott, of North Main avenue
and Parker street. Is seriously i'll.
Tonight the championship game of
basket bali between the North END
Stars and the Cracker Jacks. will be
played in the Auditorium.
William Wescott, James Elsley and
Raymond Wescott. We're among visit
ors at the fire at Peckville Sunday.
The members of the Celestial lodge
No. S33, Independents Order of Odd Eel
lows, elected the following officers for
the coming year: Noble grand. Ralph
Won Storch; vice grand, William T.
Roberts; recording secretary, William
Kase: treasurer, w. C. Cowles: trus-
tee, O. ID. Meyers. Next Monday even
ing the officers will be Installed, fol-
lowed by a social session and the third
degree.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01
SHORT PARAGRAPHS.

The Ladies' Aid society of the Bap-
tist church will meet at the home of
Mrs. John Miller, on Blakely street, on
Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock, Tea
will be served between the hours of
5 and to all who wish to come. a
silver Offering will be taken.
A. j. Murray, of Drinker street, left
yesterday for Lopez, where he goes to
look after extensive mining interests
he has there.
Dr. j. h. Dorsey, who has been in
New York for the past two months, Is
spending few days in town.
John j. Reilly, of Lopez, is spending
few days with his family on Throop
street.
Born-To Mr. and Mrs. John Sykes.
of North Blakely street, a son.
Services over the remains Of the late
Mrs. Sarah Remley will be held at the
home of her daughter, Mrs. Oscar
Yost on Wednesday afternoon at 4.3O
o'clock. The funeral party will leave
on Thursday morning at 6.3O for
Orangeville, Columbia county, where
interment will be made.
Liveryman \. p. McDonough left on
Saturday for st. Louis, where he goes
to purchase a car load of horses for use
in his growing business.
The concert last evening in the Dud-
ley Street Baptist church was very
much enjoyed. Mrs. Wilson sang with
her usual pathos and power. Mr.. Will
sons remarks We're full of direction and
cheer. Miss Edna Protheroe recited
two pieces, which We're we'll received.
The after-meeting was of unusual in
terest. A large number came out and
decided on a better life. The meet
ings will be continued this evening.
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DUNMORe DOINCS.
Funeral of the Late H. G. Eldred
from the Home Of j. B. Bronson.
Other News Items.

The funeral of the late II. c. Eldred
took place from the home of J. b.
Bronson, on Elm street, yesterday af-
ternoon. Rev. T.. j. Haughton, of the
Episcopal chlrch, otficiated. A delega-
tion from the Scranton lodge of Elks
read the burial service of their order
at the grave, the deceased having been
IL member of the West Superior lodge.
The house was filled with the many
friends and co-workers of the departed,
anxious to pay their last tribute to
the memory Of one SO beloved in life.
The floral offerings were unusually
beautiful, the casket being completely
covered by the many handsome pieces.
Several beautiful selections were rem
dered by quartette composed of Mrs.
T.. j. Haughton, Misses Saxton and
McKane, and Thomas Matthews. In
terment was made in the Dunmore
cemetery.
The pail bearers were ]. e. Hood, j..
NJ. Davis, l. j. Swan, J. G.. Li"engood,
o. j. Marcy and John Partle. The
flower bearers were Messers. Il. j,
Dimmock, A.. c. Mitchell, p. Strong,
and Lawrence Fowler.
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in the Plymouth Congregational
church last evening. n farewell recep-
ton was given in honor of the Rev. T..
a. Boyl. the retiring pastor and his
wife, who leave in few days for
Camden, N. Y.
The auditorium was packed to the
doors. The meeting opened with the
reading of the Scripture and prayer
by Rev. Thomas, of Carbondale. which
was followed by an address by Il. r..
Evans. Mrs. A. B. Eynon then very
pieasingly sang a solo. after which
Rev r. S. Jones. of the North End,
addressed the meeting. Rev. Z. j..
Norris, of Wilkes Barre, also gave an
excellent address.
The choir peasingly rendered an an
them. followed by Rev. j. j. Reese. of
the North End, who gave an eloquent
address. Rev. ID. =. Jones, pastor of
the Tabernacle Congregational church,
and Rev. David Jones, pastor of the
First Welsh congregational church,
also gave addresses. Mrs. John Nor
gan sang IL charming solo, after which
Mrs. John u. Thomas, in a neat
speech, presented the departing pastor
with handsome solid gold watch and
chain. Rev. r.. A. Boyl responded
with feeling. and, after thanking them
for their beautiful gift, wished them
success and prosperity in the service
OF the Lord.
The meeting was brought to a close
by singing "Blest BE the Tie That
Binds." Refreshments We're served,
and an informal reception and hand
shaking was then held. The POPULAR
ity of Rev. Boyl was evidenced by the
meeting of last evening.
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ITEMS OF INTEREST.

Edward Davis, one of the West Sides
most popular young men, has been
placed In charge OF The new Lackawan-
ma avenue store of Louis II. Isaacs. the
gents furnisher. Mr.. Davis has been in
the employ of MIR. Isaacs for some years
and by his strict attention to business
and sterling character has won for him.
self the position he now holds.
Mrs. b. G. Beddoe. chorister of the
First Baptist church, is making prep
arations for cantata to be held in
June. st
Thomas LeshSof Scranton street, was
fined 81 in police court ;ast evening for
being drunk and disorderly.
The numerous friends of Tom Bey-
non, formerly of West Scranton, the
popular tenor will be glad to hear that
he has been selected soloist at the
Broadway Tabernacle, the largest Con-
gregational church in New York city.
Mr.. Beynon resigned from the Calvary
Episcopal church to accept the new
position.
Sunday afternoon, on the complaint
of his wife and daughter. Patrolman
james Thomas went to the home OF
Henry Walters, of 11S South Everett
avenue, and placed him under arrest.
Walters was about "half seas over
and according to his wife, had beaten
both herself and daughter in a most
shameful manner. In police court yes
terday morning he was fined $5, which
he paid.
The benefit entertainment held IN
Washington hall last evening for Mrs.
Sullivan, was well patronized and
nettpd :: neat s,lm A most excellent
programme was rendered.
This evening, in the Jackson Street
Baptist church, the Baptist Young
Peoples union society will hold their
regular meeting. The right hand OF
fellowship will be extended to several,
and addresses will be given by the pas
tor and William Nichols. Miss Annie
Thomas will also recite and good
social time will be held at the close OF
the meeting.
Mrs. f. Y. Harrison, of North Main
avenue, is in Stroudsburg, attending
the funeral of her aunt Mrs. John
Teets.
The Ladies' Aid society of the Welsh
Calvinistic Methodist church have re-
organized, after an extended adjourn
ment. The newly elected officers are
as follows: President. Mrs. Thomas
Evans; : honorary presidents, Mrs.
Hugh Davis. Mrs William James; vice.
president, Mrs. Edward Hawkins; sec
retary, Miss Kate Jones; treasurer,
Mrs. Robert Roberts; inspector of
work, Mrs. d. c. Powell. The society
is in good flourishing condition, and
the season promises to be a very pros
porous one.
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Police Raids.

Sunday evening the police made
raids on residents of Charles street,
who were celebrating Easter by drink
ing and lighting In the afternoon Pa
trolman Ross, who lives a few blocks
away, heard the people yelling and
fighting. He went to the scene and
captured one OF the fighters. In talk
ing the prisoner to the station house
the latter made several attempts to
get away. After he lodged his man in
the station house he went back with
the Liberty hose wagon in charge of
Evan Simms, and made several more
prisoners.
In the evening another raid was made
by Lieutenant Palmer and squad, at
the same place securing eight more
prisoners. They were all given II hear
ing yesterday morning and fined $40
apiece.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01
An Eventful Ride.

Brakeman Smith, of the West Side,
employed by the Lackawanna railroad.
had an exciting experience last week
while on his usual run to Hoboken.
Mr.. Smith. while passing over some
coal cars. of which the train was COM
posed, discovered an Italian crouching
in the bottom of one of the cars, and
when he ordered the fellow to get out
the Italian drew an ugly looking still
letto and prepared to hold the fort.
Smith advanced on the fellow with
his brake stick and ordered him to
throw his knife to the other end of the
car.
After hestating for a few seconds
the Italian did as he Mas bid, and ris-
ing to his feet jumped from the train
in his haste to get away from the
brakestick, or the prospect of a term
in Jail. Smith secured the knife and is
showing it to his friends.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01
NORTH SCRANTON NEWS.
"What Happened to Jones" Present
ed at the Auditorium by Local
Amateurs-Raids by Police.

What Happened to JONES'" a Broad
hurst farce, was presented in the Au-
dtorum yesterday afternoon and last
night by the keystone Literary and
Dramatic club. 1t is farce that re-
quires a high grade of experienced tai
ent to properly present and hazardous
for the average company of amateurs
to successfully essay.
The fine and quite finished PERFORM
ance, given by the local company,
shows what Il high standard their art
has reached. Specialties We're intro
duced by John Sherman, James Bowen
and Hughes and Jones. Large audi
ences saw the farce afternoon and
night.
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To Interest It's Members.

A scheme has been devised by the
ways and means committee of Roar
ing Brook conclave of HeptasOphs, No.
PA. whereby it is hoped to interest the
members who put in an appearance
only occasionally, so that a larger at
tendance can be secured at the semi
monthly sessions.
The idea. which has been heartily
endorsed by the officers, is to call each
business meeting promptly at the hour
and when routine matters have been
disposed of, to open in social session
The first meeting under the new con-
ditions will take place tomorrow night
and those Who have charge anticipate
q large attendance. as tempting pro-
gramme has been arranged. During
the progress of the smoker and social
refreshments will be served.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01

Sunday evening by the members OF st.
Brendan's council. Young Mems 1nsti-
tute. This society, which will be
known as the "Open Window Club" Is
not connected IN any way with the
v. NJ. l. beyond the fact that the MEM
bers of the society are all from st.
Brendan's council.
The organization was perfected at a
meeting on Sunday evening and the
following officers were elected: Ed
ward McLain, president; Edward j.
Hurst, secretary-treasurer.
The 20. NJ. c." numbers about forty
members, and preparations will be
made for Il dance In Mears' hall In
ADrjl
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Miss Mary McCulloch, superintend-
ent of Junior Young Peoples Society
of Christian Endeavor.
Miss Evelyn Frear, president OF the
Senior Young Peoples Society OF
Christian Endeavor.
Miss Annie Meyer, secretary or the
Helping Hands society.
Miss Laura Waugh, secretary of the
Sunday school.
r. r. Wesennue, treasurer Of the
| Sunday school.
The report of the pastor, Rev. George
l.. Alrich, as usual, was very inter-
esting and showed a vast amount OF
work accomplished both in and out
side of the parish. The election which
followed the reading of the reports, re-
suited as follows:
For Vestrymen--Thomas +. Lyddon,
| Colonel Il. II. Ripple, w. w. Lathorpe
j. Il. Chandler, w. I'll. Storrs, II. II
Frear, G. +. Hess, w. McCulloch, W.
Il. Hackett.
Minister'S warden, w. w. Lathrope;
accounting warden. Il. II, Ripple; as
sistant accounting warden, w. w, Me-
Culloch; treasurer synodical mission
| AIRY fund, John Perks.
Parish Councll-R. II. Frear, w. Nc
Culloch.
Delegates to the Synod--W. w. La
thrope, A. p. Tuthill, f. IL. Ripple
George DeWilde. C.. Il. Hess, w. T
Hackett.
Alternates-William Bell, j. f.
| Chandler, r. Il. Lyddon, II. II. Frear
| ii. II. Ripple, jr, w. McCulloch.
A special meeting OF the synod oi
| the general council will be held a,
Philadelphia the first Tuesday In May
to elect bishop to fill the vacancy
caused by the death of Bishop Latane
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01

y pleasant family gathering of the
Scranton Saengerrunde society marked
the opening of the social season on tliis
side In Athletic hall last evening. The
affair took the place of what was ORR
ginally intended to be a grand Easter
concert, but which, owing to certain
circumstances. was abandoned at the
eleventh hour. The members, their
wives and families. began to assemble
early and at 10 o'clock the hall was
comfortably filed.
There was no set programme, and
formality was cast aside for the even-
ing. The result was pleasing in every
respect, and all in attendance spent
a most enjoyable evening. Good music
for dancing was furnished. and re-
freshments were served during the in
tervals.
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United in Marriage.

At the parsonage of the Jackson
Street Baptist church last evening at
s o'clock. the pastor, Rev. Thomas de
Gruchy, united in marriage Miss Eliza
beth Reese. of Peckville. to George
Gleason, of Morris Court. The con-
tracing parties came to the parsonage
unattended, and after the ceremony
were driven to the home of the groom
where n reception and wedding supper
was held.
Both of the young people are well
known and highly respected, and after
an extended trip to New York. Phila-
delphia and Washington, will reside In
West Scranton.
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An Easter Ball.

st. Johns hail. on stone avenue, was
well patronized last evening. where a
ball was conducted under the auspices
Of social organization known as the
Eleven Friends. The hall had been
nicely decorated for the occasion and
was brilliantly illuminated. The doors
were opened at s o'clock, and at Q
o'clock the grand march began. The
affair was well managed, and the
merry dancers enjoyed themselves un-
til an early morning hour.
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The Mems League.

The Mems League Of Plymouth
church will hold a special meeting this
evening at o'clock sharp. Business
of special Importance will be trans
acted.
On Friday evening. April II. Il con-
cert will be held under the auspices of
the Mems League, which will be one of
the finest events of the season.
At the next regular meeting of the
league, which will be held on Monday,
April Z, paper will be read by Mr.
Daniel j. Reese, on Municipal owner
ship" which will be discussed by the
members.
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Died Far from Home.

Word was received during the past
week that Patrick Grimes, a former
well-known resident of this part of the
city and a plumber by trade, had
breathed his last on March 2, in Cali
fornia. The deceased was in delicate
health when he left Scranton two years
ago, and it was with the hope that the
change of climate would prove bene-
fetal that he left home. His desire
was not realized, however, and he
passed away, as above stated.
The remains were laid at rest in the
land OF adoption.
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Still-Fischer Nuptials.

AT the residence of the brides par
ents, Mr.. and Mrs. John Still, 707 Crown
avenue, on Saturday, William Fischer
and Miss Ella Still, both of this city,
were married by Rev. F. P. Doty. Only
the immediate relatives of the con-
tracing parties We're present.
Mr.. and Mrs. Still will be at home at
7O7 Crown avenue.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01
ITS ANNUAL MEETING,
Officers Chosen by Congregation OF
Grace Reformed Episcopal Church.

In Grace Reformed Episcopal church
the annual meeting of the congregation
was held last night in the church, on
Wyoming avenue. Reports were pre-
sented by the followine
Colonel Il. II. Ripple, accounting
warden. as to finances of congrega-
ton.
John Perks, treasurer of synodlcal
mission fund.
Rev. George l.. Alrich, pastor, GUS
todian of missionary funds.
Mrs. Il. II. Ripple. Women's For
eign Missionary society.
Miss Fannie Scott the Kings Daugh-
ters.
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WEST SCRANTON

of u large star, and were profusely
decorated with palms, potted plants
and cut flowers, which made very
pretty picture.
An orchestra. composed of Messrs.
William Jones. Ivor Price, Lewis
Lewis, John Thomas and John Davis,
sweetly rendered music during the
evening. The ladies are to be con-
graduated on the supper served and
the handsome decorations.
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Returned Home.

Merchant Morgan Thomas and wife,
of Jackson street, have just returned
home after an extended visit of four
months spent principally in the South
All the principle points of interest were
visited and Il most enjoyable time was
spent by them. They are much i'm
proved in health by the balmy breezes
of the Southland.
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SOUTH SCRANTON
FAMILY GATHERING OF THE
d, sAENoERRuNDE.

It Was an Informal Affair and Was
Very Delightfui-Easter Ball Held
in St. Johns Hall, on Stone Ave-
nue-New Plan to Interest Mem
bers Which Is to Be Put Into Eff
feet by Roaring Brook Conclave Of
Heptasophs-Death of Patrick
Grimes in California.
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Ladies' Aid Supper.

The Ladies' Aid society of the First
Welsh Baptist church held a supper
and entertainment last evening in the
basement of the church, which was
both a social and financial success.
The tables were arranged in the form
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01
FUNERALS.

The funeral Of r. d. l'utty will be held this
afternoon at $50 o'clock at S2l Court street, at
the residence Of Marshall Preston. Intclncnt will
be made in Forest Hill. Owing to the strong
desire of many friends the funeral will not be
private, as previously announced.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01
The HOmELIES1 MAN IN SCRANTON

As well as the handsomest, and Others arc invited
10 call on any druggist and get free trial bottle
OF kcmp's Balsam Tor the Throat aud Lungs. a
remedy that Is guaranteed 10 cure aud relieve all
Chronic and Acute Coughs, Asthma, Bronchitis
and Consumption Price 25c. and 5Oc.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01
OBITUARY..

MRS. MARGARET EVANS. wife Of
Daniel Evans. of No. Z, Sloan Patch,
died yesterday, after two years of suf-
ferlng from a tumor. Deceased was
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01
WHY men GROW WEAK,
Dr.. creene's Nervura Makes Men
Healthy, Strong, Vigorous, Powerful
~~~

which
work worry the strain upon nerve and
the xhaus the body You become weak stiu
feeling anxiety gloom and .p
appetite digestion fall
kidney and liver complaint constipation rheumasmsnd finally
prostration, heart failure, paralysis psanity-death
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01
in HONOR OF
!. PASTOR BOYL
RECEPTION IN PLYMOUTH CON-
=, oREoATIoNAL CHURCH.

Was Presented with a Handsome
Gold Watch and Chain as a Mark
Of the Affection of the People of
the Church for Him-Number Of
Well.Known Clergymen Were
Present at the Exercises-Marriage
of Miss Elizabeth Reese to George
- Gleason-News Notes.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01
Black
Wool Fabrics

Spring and summer weight
Black Dress Goods. Such as;-
Albatross. Batiste, Crepe Egyp-
Ia. Crepe Veilings, Grenadines,
Nuns Yelling. Lansdownes. Eta
mines. Voilles, and so forth and
SO on.
The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-04-01
The Dress.
Trimmings

The taste and energy expended
on this stock have greatly in
creased it's popularity. And the
selling Is as interesting as the dis
play. Don't care what you want,
i'm Fine Dress Trimmings. we've
got something that will just hit
the mark.
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THE SCRANTON TRlBUNE-TUEsDAY APRIL L. 1902

horn in South Wales on May I. 1857.
She Is survived by her husband and
four children: Craddock. Margaret
May and Anthony. She was the
mother of the boy drowned In the Key
ser Valley creek during the recent
floods. The funeral announcement will
be made later.