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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 01, 1908

Page

6

Self-Defense On Trial In Shooting Case

Congressman J Thomas Hefin of Alabama plans a self defense defense at trial for shooting Louris Lundy a negro on a streetcar Lundy was hit by a bullet while lying injured and there is mention of an X ray to locate it Witnesses align with Hefins account that Lundy grabbed his coat lapel and threatened him Hefin says he fired in self defense Meanwhile Thomas McCreery the horse trainer wounded in the leg by Heflin plans to prosecute Heflin narrative describes boarding the car and an altercation with two men who refused to desist after a flask was taken from one man and a gun presumed. Heflin says he fired after being attacked and pushed to the platform

Washington Elfdafenge J. Thomas Hefin Ilabana Louris Lundy Pegra Moflin Lundy Hestin Thomas McCreery Hetly Hetlin Ralelal Hotel Cone Grosstyain Elorbes Hiim Mey Businss Downy Wey Reiber Herber Church Et Ryles Banke Ely Heiber Young Ealhat Cass Sane Minewar Natone Hank Mars

Gallant Soldier William Ewing Dead at Beaver

William Ewing, a veteran of the 740th Pennsylvania regiment, died at Beaver House at midnight. Born 1822 in Raccoon township, he served in Company H and saw action in the Wilderness. After the war he farmed in Raccoon and held county offices, with two brothers and a sister surviving. He was a charter member of Mt. Pleasant U.P. Church.

Ewing Job Ewing Bouver County Raccoon Township Mt. Pleasant U.P Church Lratiers le Whs

Charter Granted to Ellwood City and Wartemburg Electric

Harrisburg March 28 The Ellwood City and Wartemburg Electric Railway Co receives a charter to build a three mile line from Ellwood City to War-temburg. Capital stock set at 18000 and construction planned for summer. Directors include Z T Meekim John M Cug P Turner J N Kirker S C Gorder H G French J Newley and J I French plus A Twentier.

Harrisburg al Tharter Ellwood City Wirtemburg Z. T. Meekim Brisco Beaver Courty John M. Cu G P. Tuner J. N. Kirker

Farm labor supply to increase due to urban shortages

Farmers say that farm hands will be more plentiful this year than in years past because city work has drawn workers away. Fewer city men will head to farms, and even fewer country youths will migrate to the city for work, as crops require labor.

Fat cattle supply tight as butchers struggle to feed demand

Local butchers report difficulty obtaining enough fat cattle to meet demand. A small group from last year is blamed for the scarcity. Prices have risen slightly over the past few weeks.

Home of Justice Robbed Friday in Butler County

Two masked men attacked the residence of Judge Perce J. M. Dunford near Chicora Pennsylvania, where they bound the judge to his bed and ransacked the bedroom while demanding money, taking a gold watch.

Home OF Justice Butler Tnd Juaurg Ttn Perce J. M. Dunford Chicora

Westminster College Students Seek Reinstatement After Suspension

Westminster College in New Wilmington Pennsylvania reports students suspended a month ago for belonging to a free fraternity have submitted a petition to the faculty for reinstatement. The board of trustees deferred action, sending the matter to the faculty, with a decision expected after the school term resumes.

New Wilmington Westminster College Board of Trustees Russell Clcleens Priteburg Rerloux Westminster

Traction workers sign two year wage scale in Mahoning Valley

In Youngstown New Castle and Miles, street railway employees under the Mahoning Valley Electric Co and the local union agreed to a two year wage scale. No wage increase was granted though conditions improved and no reduction was required. About 10000 men are affected.

Itenotlun Mbea Fathia Youngstown Nilehava Mahoning Valley Street New Castle Miles

Hunter Seeks Divorce Over Wife Staying Out Late

Benjamin Hunter files for divorce from Clark M. Hunter on desertion grounds alleging repeated late nights out and improper conduct. The couple married July 5, 1905 and separated January 23, 1907, with the petition noting repeated marital troubles and waning companionship.

Joo Benjamin Hunter Clark M. Hunter B. Z. Callahan Hunter Eatur

Eliza Jane White files trespass suit against Dr Boak

Mira Jane White through attorney J Norman Martin files a trespass suit against Dr Boak alleging malpractice after a fall injured her and led to continued leg impairment. The case notes dispute over whether the leg was broken with X ray showing no break and the damages amount not yet determined.

Eliza Jane White DR. Roak Mira Jane White J. Norman Martin R. &. Boak Mra. White Rhoweid

Harmony Town Firefighters Seek Equipment and Pension Rise

After a string of fires, Harmony plans to organize a volunteer fire company. A purchase of new apparatus is proposed, and pension increases are discussed for Hiram Wooda of Chestnut Street, currently earning 24 dollars per month.

Hiram Wooda Chestnut Street

First Baptist Church Plans Picnic at Old Rock Point

The First Baptist Church to observe Baptist Day on July 28 with a picnic at Rock Point grounds. The congregation held a large annual meeting to elect officers including Deacons H A Caven and William Janac, Trustees G B Ingham and Joseph Harry. Daniel Kennedy elected treasurer and J P Hervey clerk with music planning by John Owens and Mrs Frank M Jones. The Sunday school session adjourned to next Friday for reports.

New Castle Feat Baptist Church First Beaver Valley Alec Rock Point Plente Grounds H. J. Whalen H. A. Caven William Janac Trussess G. B. Ingham Joseph Harry Charles T. Metzler Daniel Kennedy J. P. Hervey Parl Carbaugh da Frulick David B. Willams H. & Cavin Calvin Smith Joseph Harris J. E. Rees Mia Frank M. Jones John Owens F. L. Smith J. Q. L. Roberts W. L. English Movt Dr. Whalen Philp V. Jones Solomon Hildehratd John W W. Hsde WD. Switzer J. R. Sherrard Henry A. Cayen J. J. Raverts Jobo We Owen Williams Willan Troan Trustery L. L. Swen Ingham Marta G. Gano C. W.williams Harvey Martin Samuel Hy, Smith, Orpautst Farl Osrbaugh

Foster Weather Projections Warn Of Wet Disturbance

Washington March 28 reports a forthcoming Pacific coast disturbance crossing the continent with warm and cool waves. April is expected to bring unusually high temperatures, moderate rainfall, and dry planting advice for farmers in various regions, with caution on Ohio valley and western Canada. Funeral notes: Mrs Emilie Crawford Bartlett of Philadelphia dies. burial in Greenwood with police pallbearers due to heavy casket.

W.T. Foster Washington, D. C Continent Pacific Coast Cloek Great Central Valleys Eastern States Will Ross Pacific Slope Pacific Pope Great Central Valeys Pacific Slane Cnntain Jndorthero Parallel 40 Ohio Valley Canada Ohio Valleys Meridian Olio Maryund Virginia Washington New England Cora Jonte Bartlett Emilie Crawford Bartlett Philadelphia Crawford Greenwood Cemetery Scott F. Mershey First Presbyterian Church Crawford Plot Boyd Norris Tod Frank Jones Nelson and Angustine

Pittsburg Bank Emploes Get Away With $1,105,000

Pittsburg March 27. Two bank employees Kenny Balber and John Young face additional charges as investigators reveal thefts totaling over a million dollars from Farmers Deposit National Bank. Bank examiner Folds cites wholesale falsifications and ongoing efforts to straighten the books as authorities probe how the losses occurred and where the funds went.

Pittsburg Pai Kenny Balber John Young Farmers Deposit National Bank Natonal Bank Folds Harry Silverman Miller & Co New York Camisstoner Lindsay Uelfaved Exandher Folds Reber and Young

Bomb Strikes Home Of Arch Enemy Of Western Fed Miners

Denver dispatch reports an early morning dynamiting attempt aimed at General Bulkley Wells, manager of the Smuggler Union mines in Telluride. Wells, a Harvard graduate and former Colorado guard leader, has long faced threats from miners and remains under guard as investigators track the attackers with state hounds.

FED United Press Denver Bulkley Wells Smuxgler Union Telluride Wells Tellurida Charles’ F. Moyer Wiliam J. Haywood George Pettibone Steunenbure Colorado Idaho Tel- Turis Colorado Guards Hia Cal Rowan San Miguel County Steve Adams Arthur Collins Union Telluridy Harvard General Sherman Ball State Guard Wells Hon Eleeg Sherif Reuton Cwaoyon City

Western Allegheny Rail Link Ties to Pennsy Interests

Western Allegheny railroad operates between New Castle and Kaylor Junction and is thought to serve as part of a Pennsy route between New Castle and Redhawk. Stakeholder S. B. Leggett of Sewickley, a major Western Allegheny investor, has ties to Wheeling and Kentucky and the Panhandle line, suggesting at least a loose alignment between the Pennsy and Western Allegheny with broader railroad interests in the region.

New One- Us Kaylor Junction Pennsylvania Cirelex Pennsy Vaulo New Caatlo Redhawk Fretchi Lraffe

Local option vote prompts GOP candidates to pull back

Fragmented local political notes show Hartford P. Brow and D. F. Fonk houser resigning from assembly bids over opposition to Boies Penrose and local option support. Early reports discuss Allyquip pa plans and the Jones and Laughlin Steel Co expansion with housing for workers and anticipated mill growth.

Hartford P. Brow D. F. Fonkhouser Assembly Weaver County Boies Penrose United States

Seeing Brother Off When Fatally Hurt

A group at Langellville and Lowellville stations gathers to bid Luigi farewell as he leaves for Italy. A distracted crowd and a passing 4 10 train lead to Luigi being struck near the track, fatally injuring him while his brother watches in shock. The party abandons the voyage and accompanies the injured man to Use despita.

Lilet Abbatle Hillsville Auarryman Lowellville Luigi Old Country Langellvlle Dyer Largi Italy Despita

Mrs Melvin Buried Amid Funeral Attendants In Cleveland

Mrs Melvin mother of Mrs Flel McGoun of North Mercer Street died, funeral held at the daughter's home at 2 PM with many friends present. Interment followed at Brooklyn Heights Cemetery. Two children could not attend. I Mettoun in California and Charles Melvin serving at Pratt near Boston. Other relatives listed include G T Monty and Pardue with ties to veterinary college careers.

Jul Mire. Woon. Aiken Neshina Dock Avenue SW. Laughlin Jackson Cleveland Busan Mubsin Naethan Melvin Flel, McGoun North Mercer Tharles Hurs Brooklyn Heights 1. Mettoun California Ated Charles Melvin Regatier’ Aring Pr Rut Toston

Skin Diseases and the Blood Cure Claim

An article argues skin health depends on pure blood, linking eruptions to humors in the blood and external irritants. It promotes S. S. S. as a cure that purifies blood, cleanses circulation, and treats eczema acne tetter salt rheum poison oak and other eruptions, with the Swift Specific Co. of Atlanta selling it through drug stores.

S.S S. S TRE Swift Specific CO Atlanta

Cure for Itching Skin Reported by Evans in Stockholm

A reader from Stockholm writes of a long battle with persistent itching and a crusty rash failing to respond to many remedies. After trying a sequence labeled 6.8.8 the patient reports immediate relief and no return of symptoms following S.3.3.2, credited to a physician or remedy source.

Bess Croubie Cc. Evans Stockholm

Bishop Canevin Speaks of Marriage Law Soon in Force

An official communication from Bishop Canevin explains the new canon law affecting marriage in the Pittsburgh diocese. Clergy must study the provisions and clearly explain essential requirements before the law takes effect, including betrothal validity and the roles of priests in approving marriages across Catholic and non-Catholic communities.

Canevin Pittsbuye Piltsburys Buster Mitabung

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