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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1908
Page
8
An article extols Fels-Naptha soap as a germ killer and dirt remover. It advises fumigation for infestations but stresses washing clothes in cold or lukewarm water to avoid boiling and hard rubbing. The ad highlights dirt as a major enemy and praises Fels-Naptha for cleaning woodwork, metal, and household items.
Michael Ferchan sues Anna Ferchan for divorce on desertion and adultery charges alleging separation since 1904 after June 12, 1897, marriage. Harvey E. Martin represents Fabian seeking divorce from Elizabeth Fabian for desertion married March 24, 1895, separated January 10, 1904 with no just cause. Subpoena awarded.
Wampum items note visitors and residents in New Castle and surrounding towns. Charles Stapf and Pete Robinson spent time in New Castle this week while Mr and Mrs Beil visited Monday. Miss Lena Stewart and Miss Eva McMurdy travel for social engagements and family visits.
Seven hundred Sharon voters and all local ministers ask Senator Penrose and Congressman Wheeler to push the Clay amendment to the ocean mail shipping bill. The amendment bars bringing intoxicating liquors into dry territory for personal use or secret sale.
On motion by Attorney W J Moffiatt at court yesterday Lawrence Savings and Trust Co was appointed guardian of Elizabeth Mooney daughter of Hugh Mooney and wife of Boston Massachusetts. The minor holds a one third share in the estate of P J Mooney deceased.
Garden note advises sowing sweet peas and nasturtiums at once with Butz Bros supplying the seeds. The brief item emphasizes timely planting for best blooms and notes supplier availability.
Receiver Rufus McKinley says the Mahoningtown bank cannot pay any dividend to depositors for an undetermined period, despite earlier expectations of a 30 percent payout around April 1. Local notices also report various residents and events in Mahoningtown, including church activities, visits, illnesses, and community updates.
Friday event promotes a baked bean supper at the First Baptist Church scheduled for Saturday April 4 from 5 to 8 pm. Admission is 15 cents at the 19013 area church venue.
Hubbard April 2. Mrs Fannie Ritzi, 79, widow of Alexander Ritzi, dies in her sleep after grieving the Collinwood school disaster that claimed her two grandsons. She had lived in Hubbard about 50 years and belonged to the Hubbard German Lutheran church. Survived by six children including Albert of Cleveland and Alexander of Sharpsville. Funeral plans pending.
Flour fell 20 cents a barrel in various markets yesterday. New Castle dealers did not reduce prices. Wheat remains at 1 dollar per bushel in this city.
Oratorio tickets are available at Metzler's and Paterson stationery and from chorus members. Course tickets cost $2 and holders have first choice of seats without extra charge.
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