r fi THE SCRANTON TRIBUNE-WEDNESDAY. FEBRUARY 23. 1898. DAY'S DOINGS IN NORTH SCRANTON Successful Eisteddfod Held In Welsh Congregational Church. SOME VeRV SPIRITED CONTESTS Tlio Choir ol tlio Wayne Avcimo Ilnp tlst Church Won tlio first Prizo In the trlitclpnl CnmpelltlonIMrtli dny Pnrty for Hose I mlclioif-Kiin-awny Cnuscd Much Incitement on Went Mnrlcet Strcet.-Untertnliiment nnil Soclnt ot T. !. W. Soclnl Club. Tim first annual eisteddfod of the Young People's Society ot Christian Endcnvorers of the Welsh Congrega tional church was held last evening In the main audltoilum of the church un der auspicious circumstances. The In clement, Weather of the early evening was not In the least detrimental to the attendance, and long before the hour for commencement many were turned away. Mingled in the throng were singers of much repute who partici pated and manifested considerable In terest despite the small prizes. So largo was the list of entries for the different contests that the contestants were compelled to forego a prelimin ary test, which was conducted In the West Market Street Welsh Haptlst church, directly opposlt. In the absence of Judge 11. M. Ed wards, who was slated as chairman ot the evening, Rev. Dr. It. S, Jones was chosen by acclamation. He made 11 brief Introductory speech, which was followed by a call for the bards pres ent. Many responded and the result was several Interesting lines spoken by each In the Welsh tongue. The ad judicators were then named as follows: Literature, Hev. David P. Jones, of the West Side: music, William W. Kv nnp nnd Thomas G. Williams, both of the West Side. Then came a pro gramme of unusual Interest, which was Intercepted with music and recitations. .An Impromptu speech was one of the nost Interesting features. There were three contestants and the Judges awarded the prize to David J. Wll- "U1115. MAIN COMPETITION. The center of interest of the entire event was the competition for chor uses, on the hymn, "Aberystwyth," to the words "Jesus Lover of My Soul." Choirs representing the following lu,rches entered and sang in the or der named: Welsh Congregational church, conductor, Henry Mltchlngs; VurUnn Congregational church, con luetor. Professor Griffith It. Davles; West Market Street Welsh Haptlst church, conductor, David F. Davles; Dutch Gap mission, conductor, Reese Da-us; Wayne Avei ue Haptlst church, conductor, George Davles. Tli. s'nglng of each choir was excep tijnally fine, and each lenditlon of th' 1 'Dutiful hymn was greeted with un roar.'ouB applause by the enthusiastic audit nee. At the conclo.-lon of sins-in'-s o- the choirs PhlK-i Tnomas sun:? the Welsh national hymn, the audi ence Joining In the chorus. During the interim the ndjudicators had arrived at a decision, and their presence was awaited with breathless excitement by the croud, After -i somewhat detailed criticism of all cho''S the Judges unanimously award- Globe Warehott The Tailor-Gowned Woman Will Be the Woman of Fashion During tlic coining season. This is now an asstirrcd fact and thoughtful buyers will look before they leap, and probably be forewarned by reliable hints of this nature. Such an announce ment as this will not cause surprise however among people who keep themselves posted on modes and weaves, for these always go hand in hand, and arc as inseparatcly linked together as fine gold and precious stones, But This Was Foreshadowed Everything has been drifting that way for some time, and now comes the period of full realization thus we find that Plain Faced Haterials Have First Call this spring and for fabrics such as Reppes, Whipcords, Bergalines, Poplins, Taffetas, Covert Cloths, Broadcloths, Etc., Etc. are prime favorites and will undoubtedly lead all the other mater ials now on the market. 0,f 4 Course, There Are Novelties And extremes. No season yet ever came and went without them, and we have a good showing of these whims and fancies for thoses who want them. Some come in single dress patterns without duplicate, some are limited to so many dress lenghts, while a few can be bought by the yaul in whatever length you desire. Seekers After Such Oddities Ought to come in early because many of the exclusive styles being our direct importation cannot be repeated under same "j d condition once they are gone. This Week a Special Show of Correct Fashions and Novelties Will be made, the main floor of the entire annex being given up to the display. This insures an exhibit well worthy of your attention and we hope to be favored with a visit from you. WW,NbWW"rf,'"VW Globe Warehouse el the ruize, which was $15, to tho W.iyno Avenue Baptist choir, nnd tho I'urilnn CtinBregatloniit choir second, with the Welsh Congregational choir a ciore third. BIRTHDAY PARTY. The seventh blrtlulny ot Hose Fnrlch on wus appropriately celebrated Mon dny afternoon at tho home of her par ents, Mr. and Mrs. Harney Fnrlchon, on Meylert avenue. The following were present: Misses Anna Do Tetnpre, Hose Rentschlcr, Fannie Aiken, Ada Peters, Anna Fntichon, Noamle Good win. Minnie Slater, Lily Prlngle, Bertha Peters, Kva Farlchon, Luta Prlngle, Km ma Peters and Masters Charles Mennlg. Elmer Aiken, Willie Peter.o, Charles Slater, George Waters, Wllllo Prlngle, Thomas Goodwin, Frank Slater nnd Haven Smith. EXCITING RUNAWAY. An exciting runaway took place last evening on West Market street. Tho animal belonged to Constable Bernard Davis, and was driven by two young boys. At Cusl-ck's hotel, the horse be came frightened at the approach of a train on the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western rnllroad and dashed down tho street at a rapid pace, the boys, who were driving, being power less to check Its speed. When Brick avenue was reached a man noticed the oncoming horse nnd made a desperate leap bringing tho horse tb a standstill. The boys In tho vehicle were uninjured. TOLD IN A FEW LINES. A cottage meeting was held last evening nt the home of J. V. Iiouno, on Fairfield avenue. Miss Martha Lewis, of Taylor, visit ed friends here yesterday. Mrs. Thomas Mllllgan and children, who have been visiting Mr. nnd Mrs. John Ltirnenrd. of Gardner avenue, have relumed to their home in Plains. The Mncers of North Scranton .'ire requested to meet this evening at ".CO o'clock In the buseinenl of the West Market ritreot Welsh Bautirt church. Business of great importance will bo brought up for consideration. Mrs. Thomas Jenkins, of Oak street, left yesterday for Hloomsburg, where she was called by the death of a rela tive The entertainment last evening in Company H armory under the auspices of the F. G. W. Social club, was one of the bes-t that has been given In this, pine for t'ome time. The hall was tastefully decorated with American Hags and on the stuse wero arrayed tho plctti'.es of George Washington, Abraham Lincoln and General V. S. Grant. Tho chairman of the evening was Charles Lewis. An Immense throng was present. James Nctrv, a boy aged 17, came nearly decamping with the contents of a .ilckel-ln-the-slot machine in Moore's pool parlor on East Market street Mon day pvenlng. Ho had taken of tho entire back portion of tlio machine nnd removed the many nickels enclosed. He was about to decamp when detect ed .ind was (aslly captured, Alderman Roberta gave him a hennn? yesterday and In default of $300 ball committed him to the founly jail. Washington camp, No. 177, Patriotic Order Sons of America. .IU give an entertainment and reception in Fenner ft Chappell's hall this evening. The funeiul of Mr. Christian Wil helm was conducted yesterday nfter noon from her late home on Green Ridge street. Interment wah made In Foreft Hill cemetery. LIVE NEWS OF WEST SCRANTON Washington's Dlrlhday Was Observed wilh Many Entertainments. ALL OF THEM WERE PATRIOTIC Churches lit Which They H'oro Held nnd tlio Programmes Rendered, Washington Itlrtlidny Kiorclses In the Public Hchools-OInrrlngo of Itobort Hnrrls nnd Miss Sarah Lewi--Points of Parsonnl Interest nnd Uriel Pnrngrnphs ol News. The observance of Washington's birthday throughout the West Sldo was more general yesterday than Is usually the case. Although tho Incle ment weather was, In a measure, re sponsible for the keeping of many peo ple Indoors, the attendance nt the sup pers, entertainments and socials last evening showed marked Interest In tho anniversary. WASHBURN STREET CHURCH. Tho members nnd friends of the Washburn Street Presbyterlnn church assembled In large numbers from C to 8 o'clock nnd partook of nn excellently prepared course tea. The menu con sisted of tomato bisque, cold hum, pressed meat, scalloped potatoes, cel ery, bread, tea biscuits, chicken salud, cheese wafers, banquet crackers, tea, cake, coffee and Ice cream, Tho tables were continually crowded during the time of serving and much satisfaction was expressed at the excellence of tho supper. In addition to the tea. a re ception was tendered to Mr. nnd Mrs, William Frlnk. who have boon active In the affairs of the church for the past forty years. Their acquaintances over whelmed them with congratulations and bespoke many kindly expressions of their services and nld during the many years they have been Identified with the Washburn street church. The Ladles' Aid society have pledged them selves to $1,000 by April 1, and last evening's affair enabled them to con siderably reduce the sum they havo yet to raise. JACKSON STREET BAPTIST. The Ladles' Aid society of the Jack son Street Baptist church served an oyster supper from 5 to 7.30 o'clock, and from 7.30 to 9 o'clock nn entertain ment was given In the auditorium. The feature was a stereoptlcon lecture by the pastor, Rev. Thomas do Gruchy, entitled "Christ In Art," in which were shown paintings of Angelo, Raphael, Dure, Giordano, Holman, Hunt and Corregglo. The speaker's remarks were eagerly listened to and thoroughly en Joyed. From 0 to 10 o'clock the oyster supper was continued In the basement, and was attended by a very largo as semblage. .SCRANTON STREET BAPTIST. An Old Folks' concert and patriotic entertainment was conducted in the Scranton Street Baptist church. A chorus of twenty-five voices, in old time costumes, sang ancient songs, and orchestra music accompanied the sing ers. Piano selections were given by Miss Norma Williams, violin solos by Miss Juna Walters, banjo selections by John Clark, and the Dickson Banjo club also participated. An address on "Washington" was given by Miss Alice Williams, and twenty-four little girls executed a pretty flag drill. Tableaux representing the Indian Massacre, Birth of the American Flag, Goddess of Lib erty, William Penn nnd the Indians and other features were prettily staged. Refreshments' were served afterwards and several hours of social intercourse indulged In. SIMPSON M. E. CHURCH. The librarians connected with the Sunday school of the Simpson Metho dist Episcopal church gave an elab orate patriotic entertainment in the main auditorium, commencing at 8 o'clock, and the church was crowded to the doors. Alfred Twining was chair man, and much credit Is clue to him for the excellent programme provided, which consisted of piano selections, orations, tableaux, phonograph selec tions, quartette selections, recitations and stereoptlcon views, representing events In American history, with reci tative parts by H. T. Bradshaw and special musical accompaniments by Miner Worden and party. Among the participants were Virginia and Vlnona DePuy, Charles A. Bennett, Miss Bes sie Slote, Miss Ethel Rlnker and Miss Lillian Shivelly. At the conclusion of the entertainment, Ice cream was served In tho lecture room and was partaken of by many of the attendants. GERMAN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH The young people of the Chestnut Street German Presbyterian church gave a splendid entertainment. An nddress on Washington was given by the pastor, Rev. Mr. Schoettle, and The Village Bell quartette sang sev eral numbers. Recitations were given by Miss Louise Burschell, and a flag drill was given by twelve little girls. The feature of the evening was tho phonograph selections given by Messrs. Oscar Oswald nnd Aithur Stover. The young men of the church served re freshments after the concert, and a general social session was indulged in. PLYMOUTH CONGREGATIONAL. An elaborate old folks' concert was plven In the Plymouth Congregational church, under the direction of A. B. F.ynon. The participants were gro tesquely costumed and many nmuslng situations were the results of their ef forts. Ballads sang by our forefathers were resurrected and rendered in con nection with the Jiitertaininent, and an audience of several hundred people enjoyed the festivities. At tho conclu sion of tho lengthy programme Ice cream was served by tho young people, Tho Musical Culture class deserve much credit for the excellence of tho concert, nnd the permanency of the, organization will undoubtedly he look ed upon with pleasure because of fu ture entertainments, The concert will bo repented Thursday evening. BELLEVUE C. M. CHURCH. The ladles of the Bellevue Calvlnls tie Methodist church served a Martha Washington tea from 5 to 8 o'clock, and n musical nnd literary programme was given ufterwnrds. The participants were costumed for tho occasion, and acquitted themselves creditably. A large audience attended tho entertain ment. 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Tho stage decorations were furnished by S. G. Kerr & Co., and presented a plenrlng effect. The hall was tastily decorated with flags and bunting. At the termination of tho programme the floor was cleared and a programme of dances carried out. Music was fur nished by Professor Johnson. CHILDREN'S EXERCISES. The anniversary of "Washington's birthday was fittingly observed in the different public schools. Exercises were conducted at No. 1G school, where in the children recited and sang songs of a patriotic order. Tho rooms were tastefully decorated. At No. ID school a mother's meeting was held and suitable exercises Indulg ed In. In addition to the observance of the anniversary the usual Monday col lections were taken un which amount ed In all to $13.53. No collections were deposited ly the pupils of No. 32 this week. Tho Junior Baptist Young People's unl-sn of the First Welsh baptist church will hold a Chinese entertain ment nnd tea this evening. An excel lent programme of songs, recitations, etc., will be given. Prof. James Hughes, president of the Baptist Young People's union of Northeastern Pennsylvania, will give an nddress. The affair will be In charge of Miss Marian Jones nnd Mrs. John M. Edwards. An admission fee of ten cents, will be charged. HARRIS-LEWIS NUPTIALS. The marriage of Robert Harris, ot North Hyde Park avenue, and Miss Sarah Lewis, of Hampton street, was solemnized at tho home of tho bride's mother, Mrs. Hannah Lewis, last even ing at 8 o'clock. The ceremony was performed by Rev. II. H. Harris, pas tor of Calvary Baptist church, Taylor. The wedding march was played by Miss Elizabeth Lewis. The bride was attired In a dress ot steel blue, with ribbon and laco trimmings am looked exceedingly pretty. The couple were unattended. Mr. Harris Is a well-known employe of the Suburban Electric Light com pany, and his wife Is a prominent mem ber of the First Welsh Baptist church. A largo number of relatives and ft lends were present, in addition to the fol lowing persons from out of town: Miss Samuels, of Brooklyn. N. . Miss May Evans, of Vandllng; Charles M. Williams and Miss Mnry Williams, of Olyphant; Miss Jennie Kemy, of Oly phant, J!r. nnd Mrs. Arthur Hughes, of Diinnmre: Mr. and Mrs. James Thonins, of North Scranton: Mr. nnd Mrs. Thomns Williams, Master Charles Williams. Supper was served after the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Harris will reside with the bride's mother for the preeent. LOST BOY HEARD FROM. Rlclmid Mi'IIueIi, of 108 North Main n venue, father of Anthony McIIugh, the boy who ran away from home n year ago, received a telegram front his brother, A. J. McIIugh, of New ork city, yesterday, stating that the boy detained by the Gerry society In tho metropolis is the long lost son, and that the society refused to release him until directions were received from Chief Robling. 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Here is a convincing statement, bearing directly on this subject, from Mrs. E. lltsuop, of 1848 Paclflo St., Brooklyn, N. : cloty will have charge of the prayer meeting at the Washburn Street Pres byterian church this evening. The Ladles' Aid society of the Hamp ton Street Methodist Episcopal church will hold a Foclal at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Stubbleblne tomor row evening. At tho parsonage of the Scranton Street Baptist church, on Monday even ing, Rev. S. F. Matthews united in marriage Alexander Fyfo and Miss Margaret Evans, both of this city. Tho remains of the late Peter Kelly were Interred in the Hyde Park Cath olic cemetery yesterday afternoon. Services were conducted at Holy Cross Catholic church, Bellevue. A valuable horse, owned by Charles Wh'eeler, was stolen from the barn of Warner I'. Wills, on the Back road, yesterday mornlnsr. There is no clue to the thief. DUNMORE. The funeral of Mrs. Edward. Beya, who died on Sunday, took place yes teiday nfternoon at 2 o'clock from her late home on Monroe lavenue. Rev. W. P. Gibbons conducted the funeral services. Interment was made In tho Dunmore cemetery. Pequest tribe, No. 337, Improved Or der of Red Men, held their entertain ment and social In Odd Fellows' hall last evening. The hall was crowded. The affair was a s,uccess both finan cially and socially. Tho committee who had charge were: T. P. Letch worth, Harry Cole, John Jenkins and George Schrank. Many people of town attended the funeral of the late Frank Beamish, In Avoca, yesterday. The young men's reading room over Smith Brothers' store, are almost com pleted nnd will be ready for occupancy about Friday. There will be a full dress social In Odd Fellows' hall tomorrow evening by some of our prominent young men of town, The home of A. H. Allen, chlet min ing engineer of the Pennsylvania Coal company was the scene of a pleasant social event last evening in the form of a surprise party upon Mr. and Mrs. Allen, which was arranged by the members of the engineering depart ment. The preparatory arrangements were so well conducted that it resulted in a complete surprise. Tho party con sisted of. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Mot lska, Mr. and Mrs. Carl W. Neuffer, Mr. and Mrs. William H. Bachman, Mr. and Mrs. James G. McMillan, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Palmer and Messrs. A. Guy Baird, George P. Allan, Thomas Taylor ar.d Frank Abbott. The evening was spent In a most enjoyable manner. A plcf'Slng programme was arranged by Mr. Taylor, consisting of instrumental and vocal selections, which was greatly enjoyed. Another surprise was enact ed when Jess? Palmer arose and with a neat speech treating upon the pleas ant relations existing between Mr. Al len and those employed under him, presented Mr. and Mrs. Allen, on be half of the department, with a beau tiful mahogany music cabinet. It Is needless to say the recipients were so overcome that they could only respond by thanking tho donors. The lady vis itors prepared and served delicious re freshments and It was well Into the small hours of tho morning that the party left for their respective homes. The event will long be remembered by all concerned. OBITUARY. Mrs. Margaret Evans, wife of Roger Evans, a well-known resident of Jack son street, died early yesterdny morn ing, after a lingering illness. For many months Mrs. Evans was a patient suf ferer, but the end was expected as all through Monday night her condition was of nn alarming nature. She Is1 survived by one son nnd her husband, who is a member of the well-known firm of D. D. Evans & Co.. of South 'Main avenue, Mrs. Evans was born In Aberdare, South Wales, on July 14, 1S59, and has been a resident here since infancy. She wns a devout member of the First Welsh Congregational church. The funeral will be held tomorrow af ternoon. Services will be conducted nt the nbove church, and interment will be mado In Washburn street cemetery, Lyman V. Breece died nt his home, on Eighth street, Wyoming, on Sunday evening about 7 o'clock. He was strick en with paralysis on Monday of last week and he laid In a precarious con dition until Saturdoy evening, when nbout midnight ho sustained another which terminated in death. Mr. Breece was C9 years old and was one of the oldest residents In this place. He is survived by his -wife and three chil dren, all of whom are married. The funeral will take place today from his late home at 10 o'clock. Rev. Wilson Trelble, pastor of the Mothodist church, will officiate and Rev. Robert R. Thompson, pastor of tho Baptist church, will assist. The Interment will bo In Forty Fort cemetery. Dr. Ralph B. Pealer, who conducted dental pr 'ors in Wllkes-Barre for sometime past, died Sunday nt the home of his parents. Mr. and Mrs. John L. Pcnler, In Bhlckshlnny. Ho had been 111 three weeks with typhoid fiver. Dr. Pcnler was 27 years of ago and was graduated from the Pennsyl Minla Dental college, Philadelphia, In 102. The funeral will take place this afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Pealer residence, Mrs. Sarah M. Shoemaker, of Ca pouso .avenue, died Tuesday morning nt 1 o'clock from a lingering Illness caused by heart trouble and paralysis. Her nge was 77 years, eleven months nnd sixteen days. Funeral services will bo held nt the home ot her son, G, M, Shoemaker, 1418 Capousc avenue, Thursday, Feb. 24. at 12 o'cIock m. In terment In west Plttston cemetery. SECOND MEETING- OP OPEN CONQRCSS Spirited Dlsounlon or tho Curroncr Question Took Plnce. The second meeting ot the Scranton Open Congress was held last evening In 323 Adnms avenue nnd wns very lively and Interesting. The constitution was approved and then E. L. Williams in troduced the subject of the evening, "The Currency Question." At times the enthusiasm ran high. Tho lecturer maintained that neither gold nor sil ver wns fit for money, nnd explained the desirability of giving the govern ment a monopoly of the banking busi ness instead of giving this monopoly to private Individuals. He said that one hundred dollars per capita would be sufficient to do our business nnd that the amount issued should be so limited. John Gray delivered quite nn oration on the subject of the evening and re ceived a henrty applause. He showed that It makes no difference to tho working people what kind of currency Is in use and that they are equally poor In all countries where the same system of business prevails as here. Dr. Szlupas took the same ground and expressed the hope that Intelligent people would not remain Indifferent until a revolution would become Inevit able. Rev. Dr. Bird made the most im pressive speech of the evening. He de clared that he was In favor of the free coinage of sliver at tho ratio of 16 to 1, but that this without prohibition would not, establish complete prosper ity. Professor A. Langerfeld put In a good word for gold money as a means for accomplishing the purposes of Its advocates. He also showed that no system would bring about any real im provements unless men would carry out among themselves the teachings of Christ In an intelligent manner and in the spirit in which He evidently In tended to have them interpreted. LeRoy Wheeler expressed his Joy at the success of this organization and told a very amusing Incident of how some people looked upon-it as a dan gerous place, because some cranks were said to have gotten In. The subject next Tuesday will be "Money," and Professor A. Langerfeld will Introduce it by a scientific lecture on this topic. GAVE A LIBERTY SOCIAL. Children Hnve nPntrlotic Evening nt Penn Arenuo linptlst Church. One of the most Interesting of Wash ington "birthday affairs was the annu al liberty social of the primary schools of the Penn Avenue Baptist church, held In tho church lecture room last evening. Over 150 pupils and th'elr teachers participated and the attend ance taxed the capacity of the room. Every event and incident of the evening was of nn emphatically patri otic character. The participants wore costumes recalling the gallant days of Washington: the decorations were sole ly nt red, white and blue nnd. every rec itation, song and other exercise breathed a fervent patriotic spirit. The back ground of the stage was a camp scene. Among Its features were a tent, stack of arms, kettle and tripod and armed sentinels on patrol, A pretty exercise v,as the crowning of Washington participated In by four teen little girls. With appropriate sen timents expressing the virtues of the Father of His Country, each entwined leaves In a crown that surmounted a frame containing his ploture. Another interesting nnd instructive exercise was a flag drill by eleven boys In which were displayed nil the various flags that have been representative of our government. A short history of "Old Glory" by Frank Hnllstead was a pleasant accompaniment to this. Among the most noteworthy musical and literary numbers were a recitation, "A Soldier," written specially for the occasion by one of the teachers, and delivered by Walter Hnllstead; Instru mental trio, Edward Oallender, (violin) Lester Morse (cornet), Carrie Bull (pi ano); recltPtlon, "Washington's Flag," Alma Mashtslus; recitation, "Days of Washington," .lesslo Moyer; recitation, "George Washington," Henry Fowler; vocal solo, "Battle Hymn of the Re public," Willie Franals; solo, Nina Robinson. These numbers were Inter spersed with Various patriotic songs, nnd the entertainment closed with the singing of America by the nudlence. A picture of Washington was given as a souvenir to all the children. WINNERS OF THE CONTESTS. Those Who wcro Successful nt St. Paul's Church I'nir. The contests that havo been con ducted in connection with St. Paul's church fair came to an end last night. The winners were: Boy's suit, Thomas Barrett: diamond ring, Agnes Calla han: bicycle, Thomas Brock; doll, Mar garet Carney; gold watch, Aloyslus Grewer. All the contestants made ex cellent showings and a very tidy sum was realized thereby. Preceding the decisions, a supper was served, commencing at G o'clock. It was patronized by nenrly a thousand persons. It wns Intended to dispose of all the remaining fancy articles last night, but owing to the other events consuming nil the time. It was decided to reopen the fair on Easter Monday night to specially dispose of these ar ticles. ENTERTAINER OF MERIT. Hcnrd Last Night in Iniporsonntions, Recitations nnd Dialect. The third entertainment In the Young Men's Christian association standard course was given last evening in the Scranton Bicycle club house. The en tertainer was J. Williams Macy, an Impersonator, humorist and elocution ist of rare ability. Mr. Macy's repertoire Included selec tions from all the departments of the elocutionary art, sad, gay, pathetic, humorous and In dialect. The audience privileged to hear him was not large, but It was one highly pleased. Nolan Bros., 515 Linden Street. I Plumbing, Steam and Gas-nttlng. HAPPENINGS OF SOUTH SCRANTON Floe Enlcrlalnmeat Meld Id tbe Hickory Street Presbyterian Cbnrcb. NAMES OP TUB PARTICIPANTS Boxing Tournament In Working men's Hall Was Wltuessed by Ovei Three Hundred Prsoni"Soma Pespornte Slugging Was Indulged In--Tho Htnr Event of tho Evening Win llotwoen Jordon nnd Gallagher. JMnrrlngo ol Thomns Carey and Mlis Anna Itosnr, Cultured, nppreclntlve nnd represen tntlve were the salient features of tha Immense throng that filled tho Hickory Street Presbyterlnn church last night, and the attraction that gathered them was an entertainment under the aus pices of the church choir. The pro gramme that was listened to with close attention was composed of the best talent In the city. Such artists as John T. Wntklns, 'Charles Doersam, Gustav Report, Arnold Lohmnnn, ot Wilkcs-Bnrre; Miss Lydla Sailor and Miss Porter participated. Tho pro gramme being lengthy, encores were not responded to, and each number re ceived fc,"reat applause. The opening wns an overture by Lawrence, which wns well rendered; and was followed by Charles Doersam, whose playing was in keeping with his past work. "Gipsy Life" was sung by the choir, and the rendition was perfect. Mes dames A, A. Chase and L. W. Bonsen rendered Kuecken's "Die Schwnlben" faultlessly, and the violin solo of Chris tian Scheuer was excellent. The favorite of the evening, John T. Wntklns, was greeted with prolonged applause, and sang "Fiona." The audi ence encored again and again, and the announcement that Mr. Watklns would be heard again later In the evening sufficed. Miss Sailor was well received, and her rendition of "Spring Song," by Weil, was a treat. Then Mr. Lohmann, the talented young Wilkes-Barrean, wns Introduced. Next followed tho Scranton Saengerrunde and they sang that favorite German ballad, "Sontag aln Rheln" (Sunday on the Ithlne). Miss (Porter, the elocutionist, was at her best, and proved a favorite. A! duet by Miss Sailor and Mr. Watklns followed, then came Gustav Repert, the tenor soloist, who won his way into the hearts of all with his excel lent singing of "On the Waters." The second part of the programme was a re-appearance of the talent In equally as good selections, and the chorus, "My Country, 'Tls of Thee," by the audi ence, brought to a close the exercises. BOXING TOURNAMENT. About three hundred persona gath ered In Worklngmen's hall, on Aider street, last night to witness the tourna ment of the Soutli Side Sporting club, an organization of young men of tho Twelfth ward. Patrick Rogan was ref eree, and John Barrett acted as an nouncer, and Jim Dowd wns time keeper. At 9 o'clock Tommy Evnns and Mike Tighe, young lads, stepped Into the ring and sfa'-rcd for three rounds. the referee declaring it n dravv round go between Jim Orr, ot Side, and Tom Mah,n, of thfl lowed Neither of them did! hitting, and the decision ivafl to Mahon, Orr refusing to nnrBI last round. The announcer then Introduced Moxle Jordon, of this place, and Thomas Gnl lagher, of Providence, and they mBde matters extremely lively for six rounds. Jordon was given .the decision nmid hisses and yells.. Two youths, Pat Whalen and Will Timlin, gave a clever exhibition of sci entific sparring for three rounds. It was understood th'at no decision would bo rendered. John Conway, of Belle vue. and Max Connors, of Providence, fo'lovved and the awful slugging of Jor don and Gallagher could not be com pared to this bout. It wus fierce. Con nors won, but he will havo two broken lingers to nurse for some time. The tournament ended with a bout between John Durkin and John O'Connell, of this side. They danced around for three rounds, and the decision was a druw, . NUBS OF NEWS. Thomas Corey, of Beech street, and Miss Emma Rotar, of 928 Brook street, were married yesterday at St. Mary's church' on River street. A nuptial high mass wus sung by Rev. P. Christ, who performed the ceremony. Daniel Fox, of Plttston avenue, who has been employed as night gate ten der at the Mattes street crossing, at tlio North mill, was stricken with par alysis while at work Monday night. He was taken to his home, and Is In a critical condition, the left part of hla body is affected. , Peter Flynn, an aged man who fought with the boys In blue, wandered from the home of his son-in-law. Thomas Roche, of Elm street, Mon day, nnd his nbsence was the source of much worrlment. He was found In Avoca yesterdny, and said he was look ing for employment. It is believed his mind is affected. Fred Kloss, who has been a resi dent of New York city for fifteen years, is visiting his parents on Willow street. William Tnmller nnd bride have re turned and will reside on Birch street. John Martin, of Stone avenue, is visiting nt Avocn. Fred Schrleber, of Alder street, a lad of live years, received a deep gash over his eyo yesterday by falling on a curb stone. Stone avenue, from Front to Elm streets, wus In darkness last night, owing to electric lights being out. A broken wire wns the cause. MINOOKA. Michnel Flynn and Thomas Halleran will leave Thursday for Youngstown, Ohio. The O'Connell Council, Young Men's Institute, wilt meet In regular session Thursday evening. Miss Knthryn Jeffers, of Davis street, spent yesterday with friends In Wllkes Barre. A movement Is under way to request the Scranton Traction company to put a crosswalk at the street car terminus at the city line. This spot Is In a deplorable condition, as personB wish ing to reach the cars are compelled to wade ankle deep through tho mud. A rumor Is current that a gang of patriots from Coary Hollow Is organ izing a rifle club, Where the l'auli Lies. "You can't keep n secret to save your life. Florence." "Vcs, I can; but the women to whom 1 confide It can't keep It." Chicago Record. A
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