Pittston Gazette from Pittston, Pennsylvania • Page 7

TUESDAY 1 THS PlTTSTON JtNE 21. 1921 'PAmvm' THE OLD HOME TOWN BY STANLEY West Side Co, News Notes Fowler Dry Goods The Boston Store LATE MRS. LOEB WEHHI rv9 no no jrr vkX k' Many neighbors and old friends gathered yesterday afternoon at the burial services of the late Mrs. Philip ij. uoeo.

wnicn were held at 2:30 o'clock at the home, on Philadelphia avenue. Members of the Horse shoers' Association, of which Mr. Loeb nventorfSa ft is a member, testified to their re Four applications were received for the supervising principalship of the West Pittston school district at an adjourned meeting of the school board last evening. Each of the candidates appeared before the board in submitting references and answering questions asked by the board. No action was taken on the applications last night, and it is understood that there are several more applications for the position to be received.

The Board will meet in the near future to fill the office of supervising principal and to finish the election of teachers. Three vacancies remain in the High school faculty to be tilled. Lydia Stanton, daughter of Burgess and Mrs. George Stanton, was elected a3 a gride teacher last night. Miss Stanton was graduated from Bloomsburg Normal school this year.

The session, lasted until nearly midnight. Just before adjournment Director Foster moved that the vote by which Prof. Bierly was defeated for re election as suprvising principal at the previous meeting be reconsidered. By a vote of five to two, the motion spoct for his wife by attending the luneral in a body. The casket was covered with choice floral offerings, testifying to the regard held for the NOW GOING.ON This Sale Affords You a Splendid Opportunity, to Buy New Summer Mer chandise at a Reduction, Also a Great Many Staple.

Articles That You May Use Now or Later. We Cannot Enumerate the Many Different Items in this Sale, I www tTfl'1 il a iLI Mil. Tift ICE CREAM SOCIAL SCHEDULED FOftSEVB O'CLOCK WAS DELAYED ON ACCOUNT OF MECHANICAL DIFFICULTIES Eta am we reeitnai xou wo xtepaia xou ray a visit to was defeated. The directors voting deceased by relatives, neighbors and friends. Rev.

Dr. Clark Callender, pastor of the West Pittston Methodist Church, of which Mrs. Loeb had been a member for many years, officiated. The minister read comforting passages from the Scriptures, also two favorite hymns, "Jesus, Lover of My Soul." and "Lead, Kindly Light." In a brief address, Dr. Callender spoke of the" true Christian character of the friend who was being laid away and of her devotion as wife and mother.

He emphasized the thought that she had made preparation during her life for the Home of the Soul. Burial was in West Pittston Cemetery. The following friends carried the casket: Joseph W. Kasper. Oscar Houck, Tallie Evans, William Drury, Oeorge D.

Bos sard, and Jacob Geiser, the latter a former Pittstonian now residing in Scranton. During this Sale, i or reconsideration were Foster and Henning. 1 Suits. Coats and Dresses Undergarments II play his part of the game squarely. And even then I feel sure that many of us can recall times in our own experiences when he has been willing to go much more than half way in adjusting difficulties.

In closing I can, only say that it is certainly unfortunate that the West Pittston schools are to deprived of the servicers and experience of such an able man. especially at this time when such men are hard to find. CLARENCE B. DAVENPORT. DAILT TAX.OF 5200; Skim over these prices and see what you will save on each garment.

Ladies' and Misses' Polly Annas made of Batiste and nainsook. The for his friendliness and his cordial greetings. The little children all knew him and loved him for his kindliness toward them. His, Christianity found its expression in his genial nature. Two beautiful hymns.

For a Heart to Praise My King," and "Sun of My Soul, Thou Saviour Dear," were sung very impressively by Mrs. Raymond Voigt, and a beautiful old Welsh hymn was sung by members of the congregation. Burial was in West Pittston Cemetery. The pall bearers were Charles B. Smith.

R. Eugene Smith. Charles W. Rommell. John Benlield, Joseph W.

Kasper and Fred Cray. CHANGE STREET NAMES The day of the carnival in West $1.98 $2.98 llttston is over. Numerous com Miss Davenport will receive pupils in piano and string instruments during the summer at 109 Exeter street. J14.21.2S plaints reaching the ears, of the bor This lot includes fine tailored, well made garments that will be oa sale for $10.00 Values to $35.00. Another group of Organdie, Swiss and Voile Dresses that sell regularly up to $25.00.

Special during this sale at $12.69 A rack of White Wash Skirts that are slightly soiled these will be sold at ough fathers from local business men, 98c WE DAYS MORE who assert that carnivals arc a detri ment to the business of the commun ity, resulted last night in drastic ac BREVITIES $3.69 garments to sell at $5.00 garments to sell at $1.39 Modesty Drawers at $2.50 Billie Burke's at $5.00 Billie Burke's at $3.00 Corsets, special tion to keep carnivals out of town $1.69 in the future. With this end In view Talk Chautauqua and buy Chau an ordinance was introduced amend tauqua tickets. ing a section of Ordinance No. 9. which provided for levying a license Mrs.

George GromHch. of Lacoe $2.98 tax upon certain kinds of business street, is on a trip to Buffalo 9 Mr. and Mrs. Damon arc and regulating the collection of the same. Carnivals are not mentioned in Ordinance No.

9. but the amendment visiting relatives in Syracuse, N. $1.98 Miss Vera Armstrong, who teaches stipulates that all carnivals doing school at Chester. is home for ousiness in the borough, must Pav a the summer vacation Price tax of $200 a day. The amendment Joseph Mejrtrott, of Philadelphia avenue, has returned home after who increases taxation on circuses and other amusements.

According srfending a week at Cedar Point, Ohio There arc only three more days in which season tickets can. bo bought for Chautauqua before the opening day, after which no admission will apply on the Pittston guarantors' contract. Tickets can be secured for $2.60 (juniors for $1) from ar.y of thd committee Jwhose names have been published or from the following business places: West Side Bank. Hartman's garage, Thomas R. Davis.

Samuel J. Howell, William M. Scheetz or Anthony Pugilefe. The new location of the tent is expected to improve the attendance. It will be on the' smooth lawn at the top of the river bank, at the corner of Susquehanna and Montgomery avenues, that plot having been generously Howard DeFrehn, of Philadelphia to me amendment circuses and menageries charging cents admission will be taxed $50 per dav in avenue, is confined to his home by ill ness.

His 'condition 'has been quite BLOUSES 10 Discount on All Merchandise From The Infants' Dept. serious, but is now much improved stead of $15. those charging 50 cents admission will be taxed $100 per day instead of $25, and those charging An important imeeting of the Corp, John D. Stark Post, American Legion Some very nice patterns in Voile Blouses to over ou cents admission will be taxed will be held at the Town Hall to, select from. These have been reduced per day.A tax of $10 a dav night.

All members are urged to be 98c will be imposed oil other kinds of present, from $1.25 and $1.50 to shows, performances, exhibitions and Miss Harriet Scrimgeour, of North offered by G. B. Thompson. concerts, except when the proceeds street, has re.turn.ed to Pocono Manor to spend the summer after attending The first day's program was given in last evening's issue of the Gazette. are to be used for religious or charitable purposes or when the admission.

the funeral of her grandmother, Mrs. The following day. Sunday, a special snail be free to the public. The ordi John Scrimgeour. program of music and an address You cannot beat the combination of comfort and style, in tpese summer shirts Dozens of beautiful patterns, all fast color.

Silk, oxford, crepe, madras, percale. SHIRTS collar attached or band, in white or tan soisette and oxweave and fancy effects, $2.00 to $4.00. SHIRTS collar attached or band plain or fancy effects of rich silks, $4.00 to $8.00. Such makes as E. Metric and Regal.

Satisfaction and fit assured. FAY'S nance passed first and second readings Mrs. Charles Kresge, of Clark's GENTS' DEPTV Men, here is an opportunity to fill in on some things that you cannot duplicate CI QIQ a.t these prices later on buys a. shirt that you will say is a dandy Summit, was here yesterday after ana win De up for third and final appropriate to ifte day will.be given. Or.

Monday, there will be the usual reading at. the next meetiner of conn noon attending he funeral of her for junior Chautauqua in the morning, cil. mer neignoor, airs, nntiip L.oeD. Miss Martha Wutklns, daughter of a lecture by the superintendent of William S. Young, superintendent of.

the circuit and a concert and enter' Georgette, Crepe De Chine and Tricotine Blouses that you can buy now at a savings lay a couple aside for vacation or later summer use. The regular $6.00 and CO QC $7.00 kind to' sell at A special lot of the fine French Voile Waists that sell regular for $3.00 and $4.00. AO Special during this sale An odd lot of Waists in broken sizes. These consist of Georgettes and Crepe De Chines. On sale at HALF PRICE.

Mr. and William T. Watkins, of when you see iu Made of fine crepe madras Montgomery avenue, is home from tair.ment by the Misses Hoyt. two talented sisters, in the afternoon. In mans or the flttston district, was before council with important business.

Mr. Young informed the council that Bucknell University for the summer the evening, the Hoyt sisters will vacation. entertain again, with their accom me postoffice was badly handicapped in its work of distributing mail ow. The Christian Endeavor Society of panist, a young pianist, and Dr. Caro the Presbyterian Church will hold" a lyn Oeisel.

a woman who has made a Other items on sale are Ties, Socks and Underwear; Garters, Sleeve Holders, Collars, Belts, Suspenders Collars, Pajamas and Night Shirts. social in The; MUndny school room Thursday evening at '8 o'clock. All senior members of the Sunday School wide reputation as a lecturer on health topics, will speak. Her sub ing to, the fact that a number of the towns coming under the jurisdiction of the local system had streets of the same name. He said that in order to relieve the situation it would be necessary for each town to change the ject is "Safeguarding the Heart of are invited be present.

Refresh the Nation. ments will be served and a silver of fering will be taken. name oi some or its streets and re Clothes UNDERWEAR TO WHAT END? At a luncheon at the Dresden, in Shop quested that West Pittston do its Wilkesbarre. yesterday afternoon at NOTIONS snare Dy changing the names of Ash. Jenkins.

8tark and ITninn at rota whh a compaqy of school teachers Editor The school board and several mends were guests. Miss Now is the time to replenish your stock a few more garments will do no harm you will need Council agreed to favor the request has dismissed Professor Bierly. Why? Leona Stanton, principal of the West wun one exception. The name of Jen Is it in the interest of the children Pittston announced her en plenty of underwear during the hot summer gagement to Frank Cooley, of Mont kins is a historic one. which should be left stand, the council told Mr.

and the young people of West Pittston? Have the directors in mind a gomery avenue. were laid for better superintendent whom they 29 loung. The names of the. other streets were changed after A lie con. can get for the same salary? Are they This evening is the time set for the sideration.

Stark street will reception and dance in honor of the be known as Stanton. street. Ash uiass 01 1921., Pittston High School. The affair, which is under the 39c 39c 39c 47c 25c 98c Pilgrim Bags to sell special for '98c, 59c and Knitola Yarn, 2 ounce ball, special at Rose Bath Soap special, 10 bars for As the Petal Face Powders, 69c kind special Stay Fast Hair Nets, 2 for $1.25 and $1.39 Bureau. Scarfs, specially priced at planning to pay out more in the hope of getting a successor to Mr.

Bierly who will be beyond criticism? Are they thinking of someone who will lead them in introducing modern textbooks, in establishing a kindergarten. GLASSES For Vacation auspices of the Alumni Association street will be known as Den niacin street and Union street as Chase street. Mr. Young pointed out that much confusion was caused bv call days to 59c Ladies' Fine Ribbed Vests at 69c Ladies' Fine Ribbed Vests at 89c Ladies' Union Suits at $1.25 Ladies'JSxtra Size Union Suits at 43c 59c 79c 98c will be held in the Elks' Hall. Eddie Moore's orchestra, of Scranton.

will provide music. The last minute ing the two disconnected sections of demand for tickets gives indication Ma pie street by the same name and suggested that a chanec be made. a trade school, and grades for backward pupils? If they are thinking of the good of the community we must yield to their judgment. of a large attendance. Those who The street runs from North Susque have not tickets can iinrnhnne them Before going away, have us make an extra pair of glass en a duplicate of at the door." The expense is $1.50 per But arc they thinking only of ill coupie: laayi'ia cents: leimtleman.

where it ends abruptly, starting again from Montgomery avenue and running $1.50. Complimentary tickets cannot 10 eosion avenue along the east side De transferred; considered economies, of personal grudges, of politics, of humoring a few disgruntled parents? Are they looking for cheap superintendent and teachers that they can "crib, cabin. A tig collection of Fancy Buttons for trimming to go at HALF PRICE. HOSIERY and GLOVES or tne W. Railroad track.

Council saw the wisdom of Mr. Funeral services for the late Mrs. David Macfarlane will be condui teil and at the Convalescent Home in Tona wanda, where she passed away, bv Young's suggestion and agreed to call the lower end of the street. Sixth street. The upper end will still be What can we judge from the re Rev.

Dr. Bruce Wright, pastor of the This department is offering many inviting bargains and you really ought to take advantage of these low prices. those you are wearing. If you break one pair, you still have auothcr to meet the emergency. Enjoy your vacation to the full, with unhampered vision FRED T.SMITH OPTOMETRIST No.

5 Water Street, Pittston. ports of the board meetings for known as Ma pie street RIBBONS and LACES many years back? Has anything hap Delaware Avenue' Methodist Church, Buffalo, nf Whih fiMa "VI.i nfu Mr. Young reported that there is pened except petty controversies to confusion, in the numbering of the save a few dollars, squabbles over residences along Foundry alley. Wis had been a member and active worker for many years, and he will.be assisted by Rev. I.

T. Walker, also $1.50 Urgandie Collars QCm special v3C tweedledum and tweedledee, blind li wq rtirttr nt nrnffrAixn In the nchnAln. $1.50 Ladies' Sitk Hose; specially priced at $2.50 Ladies' Silk Hose; specially priced at $1.19 $1.98 ner street ana Baltimore avenue. Council agreed to have the residences humiliating. Indirect blows at faith fL rememoerca the renumbered, wnere necessary.

by older Pittstonlans as pastor of ful teachers of long continued ser $1.50 Brown and Black, all over net, QC yard wiiuam Kicnaras was granted a vice? How do our schools rank now in 35c Heavy Camisole Lace. 19C the state? Have the schools in neighboring towns already passed us? Dp 59c 43c 79c Ladies' Extra Fine Lisle Hose, specially priced 59c Ladies' Extra Fine Lisle Hose, specially priced the directors know? Do the parents the Broad Street Methodist. Episcopal Church in this city in the early seventies. The remains will be brought to this city, arriving on the Lehigh Valley train Wednesday at 3:25 p. and will be taken direct from the station to West Pittston Cemetery, for burial beside her parents and her husband.

permit for the erection of a garage on North street. Orders were drawn on the treasury for the following amounts: William Myers 71.42 Pay roll: Streets 484.60 Sewers 68.60 Police 170.00 know or care? 30c fancy Embroideries OO The Bible fable reads: "The trees yard went forth on a time to anoint a king over them; and they" said unto the olive tree, reign thou over us. But 59c Fancy Ribbons yard $2.98 Long Silk Gloves, specially priced at $2.50 Long Silk Gloves, specially priced at the olive tree said unto them, should $2.49 $1.98 leave my fatness, wherewith by JVtiV WHAT YOU. WANT! Now Is the time to beautify voui Fire, Light anti water 80.00 W. M.

Kecler 18.50 Bell Telephone Co. 4.29 Central Petroleum Co 33.84 Thomas R. Davis 3.16 me they honor Ood and man. and go to wave to and fro over the trees? $3.00 Organdie Ruffling, yard wide, $1.25 Hemstitched Georgette for sashes OQf and girdles, yard OyU heme surroundings. We offer you choice Rose Bushes, Fruit Trees Ana tne trees said no me ng tree, Children's Socks, in pretty color combi A tig nations.

The 59c kind, to sell at 1 nati Flowering Shrubs. Berry Bushes come thou and reign over us, out the fig tree said unto them, should I Shade Trees, Vioes HOME GROWN Come to our grounds, S8 Instltutr ANNOUNCEMENT We have added to our equipment a Sunshine Biscuit Rack, and we propose to keep it well stocked with choice cakes and sugar wafers. When in need of something dainty for an afternoon tea or lunch come in and inspect our stock, or phone 768 J. S.J.Howell 423 Luzerne Ave. leave my sweetness and my gooa fruit, and go' to wave to and fro over street, Make Tour Own Selection and get them freshly dug ur ready to plant.

SERVICE OF JOHN T. MS the trees? And the trees said unto the vine, coinc thou and reign over us, and tha vine said unto them, should I leave my new wine, which WYOMINO ALLEY NURSERIES. $8 Institute Street. Slmtf Wyoming. Pa.

CONSTABLK KRTE stood he hits caused the arrest of the cheereth God and man, and go to wave to and fro over the trees? Then said all the trees unto the bramble, come thou, and reign over us, and the bramble said unto the trees, if in truth ye anoint me king over you. proprietors of the place where he was LARGE AIIENKE AT assaulted and will havo, them brought to court. It was to the di 'rirt attorney's office this morning that Constable Michael Pelot, of Freeland, was beaten up by a crowd while he was removing a slot machine a land business place yesterday. The then come and take refuge in my shade; and if not, let fire come out of the bramble, and devour the cedars of Lebanon. statue nas neen coiuiuctinK a cru Help the Helpless In Ireland" All Makes of AUTOMOBILE STORAGE BATTERIES One of the largest funerals ever Is it wisdom to believe that men sade against slot machines in Free The mortal remains of one of West l'ittston's best loved residents were laid to rest yesterday afternoon, when the funeral of the late John T.

Jones, plumber, was held. A resident of this community for more than half a century and a man of genial nature who was known by a host of men, women and children, his passing leaves a gap in the community life. Funeral services for Mr. Jones wor3 conducted In Trinity Episcopal Church, of which he was a member, at 3:30 The church was filled with friends of Mr. Jones.

Among those in attendance were representatives of Eagle Hose Co. and Pittston Lodge of Odd Fellows, Mr. Jones having been a member of both organizations for many years. The rector. Rev.

A. B. Oreanoff, officiated, reading the bur held In Exeter borough wus that of land, for some weeks, it is under without High school education, however honest their intentions, can plan Intelligently for the advancement of our schools? Are they destroying or building up? To what end, the dismissal of Professor Bierly? James E. McCawley, one of the best known and highly respected residents of the borough, which took place this morning. At 9 o'clock the funeral cortege moved from the late home at 1135 Wyoming avenue to St.

Cecelia's Church, where at o'clock a solemn high mass of requiem was sung over the remains. FOR YOUR SUMMER COTTAGE Iluxs. Muttius. Ingrains, Grass llugH. Oil Cloths.

Linoleums, etc. Just What You Need at ItEAL LOW PRICES. HORACE ROGERS 80 North Main St. Pittston LAURA GERE THOMPSON. UNDERTAKING Cutler Martin PHONES: Office 423 Residence Ml RECHARGED AND REPAIRED Editor Gazette: As an alumnus of West Pittston High school who re As the remains were being borne into the church Mies Agnes McGuire ceived his entire public school pre I ial service of the Episcopal Church.

1 and he was assisted by Rev. Dr. Clark Corcoran Bros. 28 North Main St, Correct Warm Weather Togs Manhattan Shirts Munsing Union Suits Phoenix Sox Marathon Belts Sennet Straws Panamas and for a trip, strong, sturdy bags and suit cases to pack them in. MMlMMlliMOTSMSWMWMSiMnsWt paration under the supervision and encouragement of Prof.

Bierly, I can not refrain from expressing my sin Callender, pastor of the West Pittston Methodist Episcopal Church. Mr. Oreanoff also delivered a brief address on the theme suggested by the Scriptural text. "A merry heart doeth cere regret at the action deemed nec sang "Jesus. 1 Come," and at the offertory of the hiass Miss McOuire sang an "Ave Maria." Father Casu.

assistant psstor of St. Cecelia's Church, was 'celebrant of the mass: Father Cox, of the Immaculate Conception Church, Pittston, dea Expert Service Kearney Bros. Electrical Contractor. essary by the present school board. 1 good like a medicine," '(ProV.

do not iuiiy unaersiana me particulars in the present controversy, but I feel certain that I express the CULP HESS Beef, Pork and Lamb 20 Luzerne Avenue. con, and Father Jordan, pastor of St. North Main St. pittston 4 ni8 text tne rector regarded as very appropriate in view of the well known unHmAHt nt at aaui ttia crea ma ftuiAiin'a Q. vw nuu'ucavtfii.

411; unit utar pall bear genial nature of the friend who wus being laid to rest. John T. Jones' JilL A Jority of alumnae when I say thatJers were: Charles Barrett, Joseph and Prof. Bierly was indeed a most cap John WalsH, P. J.

Kelly. Thomas In other name, he said, was gladness. vfcle Instructor as well a a sincere Maokln and Rikhard Connors. Every parson, on the of every student who tried to ferment wag in Cecelia's cemetery. cemc Ramtts Want are woadw vnrker 7.