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The Tribune from Scranton, Pennsylvania • Page 11

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Scranton, Pennsylvania
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THE Now. Is the Time to Prepare Your Home for Fall and Winter Wonderful Savings On New Wall Paper and Quality Paints! Take advantage of your spare time to do the many little odd jobs around the house you've had in mind. Decorate your rooms with New Wall Paper. Repaint your home both inside and outside. Touch up the worn spots on your floors or in your rooms.

Paint your own car. Never has a better opportunity presented itself. You'll be surprised to note how little the cost will be if you purchase your needs here. OBITUARY JAMES O'CONNOR BURIED IN CATHEDRAL CEMETERY Attended by many relatives and friends, the funeral of James J. O'Connor, of 1217 Mulberry street, for many years an air inspector of the Delaware, Lackawanna and Western Railroad, took place yesterday morning from his late home.

At 9:30 o'clock a high mass of requiem was celebrated In St Peter's Cathedral by Rev. Paul A. Kelly At the conclusion of the mass, ther. read the prayers for the dead and pronounced the final absolution of 'the boay. The pall bearers were; Thomas Conry, Patrick Madden, John Hannon, jlirtln Carroll, Williams and jAn Kllcullen.

Burial was In the SJral Cemetery. RY EVANS WILL BE LAID AT REST TODAY Harry M. Evans, age 27 years, of 411 Sast Market street, died Friday night Arf i GaKC 7c 9c 11c Double Roll A wonderful selection at each price for every room in your home. Exceptional values. VALUES i5c TO 30C Chintz Patterns 24c Double Roll Also floral and all over patterns at this Very attractive for halls and bedrooms! REGULAR 39c VALUE.

Varnish Tile Effects 29c Double Roll The most practical wall paper for kitchen and bathroom. Easily dean able. VALUES 35c TO 6oc 30 Inch Polychromes 39c Triple Roll In tan, blue, brown, pink and blue gray. Suitable for every room in your home. REGULAR 75C VALUE Your Entire Home Can Be Covered With Dupont Prepared Paint $110.90 5 Gallons at $3.98 Gallon 5 Gallons Will Cover 3,000 Square Feet Dupont Flat Wall Paint Special $3.18 gal.

New.Co. Varnish Stain Special 88c qt. Dupont Fence Paint Special $1.78 gal. Dupont Floor and Deck Paint, Special 98c qt. Dupont White Enamel Special $4.28 gal.

Dupont Black Auto Enamel, Special 88c pt. EXTENDED CHARGE ACCOUNTS GRANTED ASSOCIATES "Hi 116 128 N. Washington Scranton Buruio t. tsunaio Erie Columbus Wilkes Barr a lingering illness. Mr.

Evans suffered a paralytic shock two years ego and had been in ill health since. Last Sun day he sustained another shock and his condition grew gradually weaker until his death occurred. Mr. Evans was born In Scranton and had spent practically all of his life in this city. He was employed as night watchman by the Eureka Company.

He was an active member of Anthracite Commandery, Knights of Malta and of Lodge, No. 42, Loyal Order of Moose. He Is survived by his widow, for merly Miss Sarah Service; a daughter, Kuth; his father, Luke Evans; two sis te. William Pearce and Mrs David Richards, both of Scranton; two brothers, Edwin and of this city. Deceased was a nephew of Miss H.

E. Matthews, of Brooklyn, well known In Scranton. The funeral will be held this afternoon with service at 3 o'clock In the Providence Methodist Church. Burial wljl be In the Shady Lane Cemetery. MBS.

LBOITA SAVXVS." Th funeral of Mrs. Leona Bird Bavine, who died aturday night in la tit Hahnemann Hospital following her home, 110 Myitis street, will take Pittsburgh piece mis morning ifn service at ociock in me family home. Rev. iarn lauenaar. pastor of Ui Miril "ireec ai.

is. church, will officiate. cunai win be In MadisonviUe. nias m. shaw rea m.

snaw, 20, son of Mr. and Jlrs. William Shaw, of 714 Prescott avenue, died last night at the home of his parents. Mr. Shaw was known in East Scranton, having lived there most of his life.

Ha is survived oy nis parents, and the following Grace, Elliabeth, Helen, Mar raret. Funeral announcement will be made OABD Or TKAOTES. We take this means of thanking our many friends who so kindly remembered us with numerous tokens and messages of love, sympathy and en couragement during our recent sad sorrow and bereavement, to all of whom we extend our heartfelt thanks and' gratitude. Mr. and Mrs.

Alex Mel drum, 1101 Rlchmont street, 8eranton, and Mr. Robert Aberdeen, Scot land. AHv, SCRANTON REPUBLICAN." TCESDAV, SEPTEMBER 8, 192! 11 Mayfield Burgess Says Buying More, We Buy For Less Selling More, We Sell For Leaas Facts Will Be Astonishing Promises Some Keal Surprise When Bootlegging Charges Are Given Thorough and Proper Airing. "The. real facts will astoniihlnc wnen tnv are released to tli public." This was th declaration of Bu.

Michael Torkovsky, of M.tyfleM. laat night In answer to published reoorts that Steve Sterniak. private detective, was angeged as an operator for the Tradesco Detective Agency for th. purpose of being later charged with "framing" th Mayfield burgess. "Under advice of counsel I am not saying anything for aald the Mayfield burgess last night.

"I admit that I engaged the Tradesco Agency and I might say that I am well satisfied with the results obtained. Further than that I do not wish to say anything at the present time." Fernlak was "given a hearing, here KLANSHEH OUTING HELD AT DALTON Thousands of Members of the Hooded Order at Picnic Thousands of members of the Knights of the Ku Klux Klari. Klans women, Krusaders and Juniors gathered on Dalton Hills yesterday for their Labor Pay picnic. It was estl mated by Klan officials that twenty thousand members and friends en Joyed the program, whlfch Included band concerts, addresses by Bev. James Fleming, announced as a speaker from the National Klan, and Rev.

Richard i. Grainger, of Scranton. A minster regalia parade last night In which several thousand members took part, was witnessed by thousands. The parade moved over the main streets of Dalton, accompanied by three bands and a ladles' bugle, fife and drum corps. Following the parade the marchers returned to the field and listened to an address by Rev.

Mr. Fleming. Rev. Grainger led the opening prayer, which was followed by the singing of "Onward Christian 8oldiers." Ho also spoke of a new Klan magailne which made Its first appearance yes terday. The name of the new paper is "The Beacon Magailne." Following the addresses a display of fireworks were put off.

PITTSTON PITTSTON STOVE WORKS OFFICE MANAGER DEAD PITTSTON, Pept. 7. Llewellyn Jordan, office manager of the Plttston stnve Works, died yesterday at the familv home, 51S Delaware avenue, West Fittston, following several weeks' Illness. Mr. Jordan was bom in Pittston Te cember 10, 1KSJ, and since his grad uatlon from the Plttston High School nineteen years ago, had been employed at the nttston Stove Works.

He was a member of the First Pres. bvtcrian Church, of West Pittston Surviving are his wife, and one daugh ter, Lorah May, and the following brothers and sisters: Mrs. Thomas Dewey, of El Paso, Mrs. John Watson, of this city: W. C.

Jordan, of West Pittston; Mrs. Richard Dewey, Peckville; Harry Jordan, of this city and Mrs. Norman Langford, of West Plttston. Funeral notice later. STATE POLICE PROBING ASSAULT ON MORRIS PITTSTO.

Sept. 7 James Morris, age 32, of 369 South Main street, who was admitted to the Pittston Hospital in an unconscious condition last night, suffering from a severe beating about the head, which he evidently received from a blow of a blunt instrument, Is reported as much Improved this eve ning. State police of Wyoming Barracks are scouring Port Griffith In an effort to procure Information as to how Mor ria received his wounds. 3 YOUNG MEN HELD ON GUN CARRYING CHARGE PITTSTON, Sept. 7.

Angelo Toleto, 131 Johnson street; Mike Barasso, 15 Mitchell street, and Charles Sfp gano, of 71 Plank street, were held under $500 ball each for further hear ing when arraigned before Alderman Thomas English today, charged vlth carrying concealed weapons, and firing a shot at Miss Bessie Julnto, of IIS Johnson street. The alleged shooting took place yes terday morning at 1:30 o'clock. The defendants were arrested by Officers Sheridan, Cllsham and Kearney. A stray bullet that was fired entered a window of the home of Frank Walta, on Johnson street. BASEBALL FANS SPEND DAY IN PHILADELPHIA PITTSTON, Sept 7.

It Is estimated that over two hundred residents of this city spent Labor Day in Fhlladel phla, where they witnessed the double header between Washington and the Athletics. Much local Interest In the series at Philadelphia Is caused by the fact that Stanlney "Bucky" Harris is manager of the Senators, is a Plttston boy. A gTeat part of the crowd left this city by automobile while otheri left on the 3:45 Lehigh Valley train this morning. Morgan Tuners! Today The funeral of Thomas O. Morgan, of 125 Park street.

West Plttston, will be held afternoon at 2:30 o'clock. Burial will be made in West Plttston Cemetery. MWI BOTES Dr. Jones, of Pittsburg, Kansas, and Giles Miller, of Montrose, spent Bun day at the home of Mr. and Mrs.

Charles Coward, of Nafus street. Mrs. John West nd Miss Ida Jen kips, of Broad are spending a few days in Niagara Falls, N. T. Miss Mary Martin, of Broad street.

has enrolled as a student at Mary wopu uoncge, scranton. mm Rose Price, of William street. has enrolled as a student at East Stroudsburg State Normal School, Mrs. (Jeorge A. Marsden, of Exeter avenue, west fittston, received a painful Injury to her right hand when struck by a runaway automobile at ake Wihola yesterday.

cummings strong, of Exeter avenue, Yyest Plttston, underwent an operation at the Wilkes Barr General Hospital yesterday. Mr and J. A Seed. and. Me.

ini Mrs. C. TV. Smith, of last week on a charge of being a participant In the alleged framing of the Mayfield burgess, who was arrested by State police several weeks ago on a charge of transporting liquor Illegally. He li now under bail and is scheduled to be given a further hearing; this week.

Some months ago Burgess Turkovsky wrote a letter to Oovernor Oifford rinchot Informing the state's chief executive that state police in the upper valley were protecting A short" time after the letter was sent, Yurkovsky was arrested by state police' for violating the Volstead act and is now under bail for his appearance In United States court. The statement, which he promised jesterday, is being awaited with keen Interest. MRS. ELLIOT TO BE BURIED TOMORROW Member of Prominent Wyoming Valley Family Killed in Auto Accident Sunday Funeral services for the late Mrs. Helen Dougherty Elliot, of 4 River Ride Drive, Wilkes Barre.

who was Instantly killed Sunday in an automobile accident on the state road near Bar tonsville, will take place tomorrow morning with services at the home at It o'clock. Interment will be in Oaklawn Cemetery, Wilkes Barre. Mrs. Elliot was the wife of Col. Stephen Elliot, commander of the 109th Field Artillery.

National Guards, who served with distinction with the JSth division In France. She was a descendant In direct ancestral line from prominent Wyoming valley families who settled in this country before the revolution, being almost con tinuously linked with military figures. Born Oct. 2, 1S87, Mrs. Elliot was the eldest daughter of General' and Mrs.

Charles Bowman Dougherty. Her father, one of the most widely known military men in the East, died in August, 1JI4. Mrs. Elliott was educated at Wilkes Barr Institute and Boxwood Manor, Old Lyons, Connecticut. Her marriage to Colonel Elliott took place in this city September 6.

131G. All her life Mrs. Elliott was Intensely interested In civic affairs. She was a member of the Wyoming Valley Country Club, the Woman's Club and at one time served on the board of directors of the T. W.

C. A. The advent of the World War brought her spirit of public service to tho forefront. While Colonel Elliott was with the 109th Artillery In France, Mrs. Elliott served actively in the Red Cross and when a canteen service was established, took a leading part in supplying comforts and wartime necessities to departing soldiers and troop trains as they passed through the city.

With the formation of the American Legion Auxiliary, she turned her attention to post war work and was a pact president of the organization, and at the time of her death was a member of the auxiliary's board of directors. Mrs. Elliott was connected Willi some of Wyoming Valley's most dis tinguished families. Her father's long Honored military career brought him national renoun. Her mother, Anna Posten Dougherty, was descended from Quaker stock and is a relative of A.

Mitchell Falmer, attorney general of the United States during thti presidency of Woodrow Wilson. Th Elliott family traces its ancestry to Revolutionary times, being almost continuously linked with the military Colonel Elliott at present is second In command of the 109th Field Artil. ery, having served with dlstlnctlan in France. He was also a member of tne old 9th Infantry prior to the World War. Hi succeeded General Dougherty as a member of the State Armory Board, an office which he stltl holds.

Colonel Elliott In buslneis Is resident firm member of Welsenfluh Company, stock brockers. spent the week end at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. A.

Frick. of Parke treet. Prof. Harry Morgan, J. H.

Morgan, Ivor Herbert, Benjamin Armstrong and William Edmunds motored to Phila delphia where they attended the Wash ington Athletics dobleheader today. Mrs. Harriet Kirk wood, of 100 Exeter avenue. Is visiting her daughter, Mrs. J.

L. Taylor, at Owego, N. T. Mrs. A.

O. Uhlitl, Miss Grace Uhllts and W. Dealey, of New York City, are guests at the Walter home on Luzerne avenue. Miss Doris Smiles, of Linden street, is confined to her home suffering from a fracture of the arm which she received when she fell from bicycle. County Detective Thomas Allardyc is able to be around again following few days' illness of grip.

First Anniversary of the Wyoma Cafeteria One year ago today the Wyoma was opened and the first year has been on of wonderful success. As an appreciation of public patronage the first anniversary will be observed today by giving souvenirs to all diners. Same Unexcelled Service 5 Fall Materials Make Their Appearance In Our Popular Priced Dress Goods Department 54 inch AJl WooI Jersey Tubing A variety of new shades favored for the coming fall and winter. Rerular 12 Tard, $1.55 54 inch Ail Wool Dress Flannel Already shrunk 'and sponged Twelve shades. Tard.

$2.95 52 and 54 inch Bordered Rayon Novelties Fine range of new shades and 5ti 1 JBrda Yard Eelulr.8 trimmings. $1.95 40 inch All Pure Silk High Luster Charmeusa Uoed, fine $1.58 Second Floor The New Pictorial Review Printed Patterns Amaxe You WirhThdt Chic Friactd Perforated Cut Our and Ready forUee They almost talk to yon 20c to 45c 1 October Patterns on sale Drat 2874 Sf 43 nun jV Pattern Dspt Second Floor. LAKE LINCOLN CLOSED AS SCHOOL TERM BEGINS Lake Lincoln, th city's only public swimminsT pool, was ordered closed tect lit Free Demonstration We now have at this store a man who has studied Frao tipedics the science of giving foot comfort at the American School of Practipedics and is today a Graduate Practipedist. This special training includes the study of foot anatomy, the causes of foot troubles and the most scientific means of giving immediate and lasting relief. We are anxious to have all foot sufferers of this com munity meet this foot expert and learn how unnecessary it is to suffer from foot aches and pains.

To afford you this opportunity, a special demonstration will be given Today Wednesday and Thursday Everybody It cordially invited. Come and bring your friends for there Is a treat in store for all those with any form of foot trouble. Your dif ficulty may be only a sore corn or it may be a weak and broken down arch, weak ankles, callouses on the oles, bunions, crooked, cramped toes, excessive perspiration, ill smelling feet, or rheumatic like pains in the feet and legs. Trad Mark Pains, Cramps or Callouses There? If so, it means that the arch across the ball of foot has broken down. We can promptly cor trouble.

this 1 1 1 TN the small depositor of today 1 every bank centers hope of future profitable business. That is why banks seek opportunities for teamwork with small depositors in developing their financial status. Banking relations, properly con ducted, are of mutual benefit. The depositor benefits through the safeguards, conveniences, and friendly interest which he commands at his bank. The bank profits Capital and Surplus $2,000,000 Dr.

Scholl's Foot Eazer eases t.vt. bndv and. mind. Light, sorinsv. self adjusting and.

eoiiiliiee hodv1. weieht. QuIcIiIt relieve tired, achlnt, ptinful ferr. Examination and Advice FREE Without removing the hose, our Practipedist will be able to make a careful analysis ot your troubles, and will explain to you how easily such difficulties can be overcome by the use of DnScholl's Foot Comfort Appliances and Remedies. These scientific devices were originated and perfected by Dr.

'Vm. M. Scholl, recognized as one of the wotld's greatest foot authorities. These appliances and remedies when properly handled by a skilled FraMipedist.sucn as the one in our store, will quickly relieve and correct some of the most stubborn of foot ailments. Dr.

Scholl's Methods Produce Wonderful Results There la a Dr. Scholl Foot Comfort Appliance and Remedy for every foot trouble. Each device is scientifically designed to overcome one particular ailment or abnormality. We adjust every Dr. Scholl Arch Support to meet the Individual requirements of every foot.

Don't mlu thU neeptlonsl opportunity. Thvrt no chirgr for thi tervictinot youundtr tayoblisttiont to raikt purcht.t. Remember the Days Torlay, Tcrncircv Thursday fjves Tspt TYrd yesterday, arcerding to an announcement by John Flynn, superintendent of city parks. The opening of the school term which begins today always means the closing of th pool. Superintendent Flynn reports one of It is not essential for one to have a large account to be a valued patron.

by the use of a portion of the depositor's funds while awaiting his call. The bank, however, is always confronted with certain hard facts. It costs a large sum to handle many small accounts. An account with an average balance of several hundred dollars may be a source of profit to the bank, provided there are not an unusual number of checks drawn. An account even of one or two hundred dollars may yield a small profit if no checks are issued against it.

But it often happens that more checks are drawn on small accounts than on large ones. and niMF I'M a Lias O. DANf Ju." ,1 sA the acagonj In the pnrk's history, the greatest feature in vars h.ivf ing been The It. pulili. an b.ithins beauty which attracted to tin park a thronj, if 3.

the larjest crowd ever handled What Can the Small Checking Depositor Do for His Bank? When this occurs the account 13 a loss to the bank. Owners of small accounts v. mt to know what they can do to make their balances profitable to the bank. First, they should never permit their accounts to fall below the bank's dead line of profit. When they do, it is gen erally conceded that the bank is justified in making a small service charge to cover its cost of handling.

Then, they should inform themselves as to services rendered in other departments of the bank and give these departments their patronage. Further, a good word to a friend, on occasion, about one's bank may do both the friend and the bank a good turn. The officers highly appreciate it and are glad to recipro cate. This feeling of cordial reciprocity cements banking relations. The man who stands well at his bank is building on a solid foundation.

It is not essential for one to have a large account to be a valued patron. Member Federal Reserve System.

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