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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 06, 1908

Page

6

Portugal Votes Spark Violent Riots in Lisbon and Madrid

Reports from Lisbon and Paris detail Portuguese election riots with troops deployed in Pedro Square Lisbon after a government victory. Republicans claim fraud while censorship hides casualties as Francoist Regenerator and Nationalist papers face mobbing. France notes possible Franco return to Portugal with two‑thirds Cortes support.

United Press Madrid Pedro Square Lisbon Francoist Regenerator Paris Cortes Franco Portugal

Directors Face Liability Over Unfiled Montana Corporate Statements

The Commercial National Bank of Bozeman Montana sues Do J Kirk and P Kirk claiming they as directors of Montana Corundum Co failed to file annual statements, making them liable for about 12000 in notes plus interest. The case debates whether the statute is penal or contractual debt plus litigation by Oscar L Jackson, Charles Davis for the bank and J Norman Martin for the defendants.

Commercial National Bank of Bozeman Montana Do. J. Kirk P. Kirk Harris Kirk A. L. Love E. A. Stiefel Kirks Montana Corundum Company Commercial National Bank of Montana United States Supreme Court Oscar L. Jackson Charles Davis J. Norman Martin

Memorial Service for City Volunteers Held at Central Church

Memorial services honored the city’s volunteer fire department among 110 attending. Rev Crayton Brooks delivered the sermon The Joys of the Heavenly Land and read a state convention memorial policy while listing deceased members from 1872 to 1908.

First Christian Church Crayton Brooks Heavenly Land Pitttsburg New Castle H. S. Cochran Robert Osburn Amos Wagner Edward Dickson William Sankey William Davis Charles Morgan Charles Floor Lewis Hess Samuel McCormick Joseph Thompson Stitt Williams Charles Agnew William Crawford Robert Robbison Frank Hunter Frank VanHorn George Cunningham John Maitland William Plant John W. Sankey Otto Hess Geo. Ray L. D. Durban E. Eberly Samuel J William Blaine D. M. Cubbison Walter Churchfield Fred Emery Charlies Smith Albert Smith Frank Buxton Dan Smith Levi Rodgers

THOS M STEWART SUPPORTS LOCAL OPTION IN PA

The letter from Enon Valley dated March 9 1908 shows Thomas M Stewart stating if nominated and elected to the Pennsylvania House he will use his influence to support the local option issue. He expresses earnest and sincere support for local option.

Local Option Party of Pennsylvania Enon Valley H. R. Jauss Harrisburg House of Representatives of Thomas M, Stewart

Blue laws enforced on helping hubby in Ellwood

A Sunday observance case in Ellwood involved Peter Gault, a man fined $5 and costs after aiding his wife with housework in the west end near Park Avenue. The complaint origin is unknown but a phone call led to Captain Moon and the arrest by Burgess Hossler.

Ellwood West End Park Avenue Captain Moon Burgess Hossler Peter Gault

Y M C A Is Workingman's Club Says P J McArdle

P J McArdle national president of the Amalgamated Association calls the New Castle Y M C A a workingman's club. He urges workers to join for moral and occupational benefits as 400 plus attend labor night in Assembly Hall. reconnu

Workingman’s Club P. J. McArdle Amalgamated Association of Iron, Steel and Tinplate Workers New Castle McArdle Christian Association Association Assembly John G. Jones Amalgamated Association Whalen E. B. McGill John Williams George E. Burgess Y. M. CG New Castle Glee Club John Thomas

Men's Missionary Meeting Set For Tuesday at First Christian

The Men's Missionary society of the First Christian church will hold its regular quarterly meeting Tuesday evening in the church. The topic is Pennsylvania Missions with Rev J A Joyce of Pittsburg and Rev M C Watson of Connellsville as speakers. A male quartet will provide music and lunch will follow social hour.

Men's Missionary Society of the First Christian Church Pennsylvania J. A. Joyce Pittsburg M. C. Watson Connellsville Men's Missionary Society of First Christian Churches of United States

Wampum Social News and Local Notes

Wampum residents and visitors are listed with routine updates. Names include Mrs. Fred Cochran Mrs. Repman Miss Mary McConahy Miss Eva McMurdy and Miss Aling among others. Friday marks Hoytdale school’s last day and Wampum school ends May 1. Easter social planned April 15 at MBE church basement.

Fred Cochran New Castle Repman Mary McConahy Eva McMurdy Aling James Stewart Florence Secriss Pratt Bryan James Brady Maude Liebendorfer Ellwood City John Weitz Charles J. J. Neumann Hoytdale Wampum Shape of Mabel The Epworth League Society M. BE

Black Bob Fitzsimmons Delays to Train Tony Ross

Black Bob Fitzsimmons, slated to train Tony Ross for a boat with Mike Schreck, did not reach New Castle as planned. He delayed traveling from New England to Philadelphia to request more funds, and telegraphed manager Dime for money. He is now expected to arrive Monday night or Tuesday morning.

Bob Fitzsimmons Tony Ross Mike Schreck New Castle Fitzsimmons New England States Philadelphia Manager Dime

Mt Jackson High to Hold Commencement Exercises

Mt Jackson High School will hold commencement in the school hall on Wednesday evening, April 15. Rev J C Campbell of Westminster College will deliver the address. Rev Paul Yourd will preach the baccalaureate sermon to the graduates in the United Presbyterian church next Sunday, April 12.

Mt. Jackson High School J. C. Campbell Westminster College Paul Yourd United Presbyterian Church

New Officers for Commerce Chamber

Secretary S J Callahan calls a city hall meeting for the chamber of commerce annual session to elect officers and directors and review by laws. Debate on disbanding or affiliating with the business men’s exchange ends with a vote to remain independent. The move aims to install more available directors to boost chamber work.

S. J. Callahan Chamber of Commerce City Hall Chamber New Business Men's Exchange Business Men’s Exchange

Steel concerns predict summer boost for construction demand

A United States Steel official expressed optimism that spring will bring higher demand for structural and concrete steel. He noted orders already rising and expected a major boom as dormant projects resume, with railroads planning extensive track improvements when ground unfroze.

United States Steel Corporation

MISS RINGLAND TO SPEAK TUESDAY

Miss Alice Ringland, a South Africa Zulus missionary, speaks Tuesday evening at Central Presbyterian church under Interdenominational Missionary society. She spoke at YWCA vesper service Sunday and will lecture again Tuesday afternoon at 4 at Mrs. George Greer’s home. Free lecture with music by Sara Dana Falls and Elizabeth Blevins. public invited.

Alice Ringland South Africa Central Presbyterian Church Interdenominational Missionary Society of U. P Miss Ringland New Wilmington George Greer Sara Dana Falls Elizabeth Blevins

New City Officials Sworn In As Councils Take Seat

The article records the unanimous passage of motions, seating of the new select and common council members including Dunlap Newell Bleakley Fisher Griffiths Rae and Genkinger and Raney, oath of office to City Controller Hughes and City Treasurer Duff, and a jovial ceremony with Mayor Hainer and Mayor-elect Lusk witnessing the event.

William H. Dunlap L. W. Wilson A. D. Newell Morris Cukerbraum T. W. Dickson H. E. Bleakley J. J. Fisher I. V. Griffiths Lewis G. Genkinger John Rae Dunlap McCready McKee Newell Shaffer Wilson Cukerbraum Bleakley Davis Dickson Fike Fisher Genkinger Gorman Griffith McCann McIlvenny Rae Rigby Warner Raney Hainer Hughes Charles CC. Duff Harry J. Lusk

Suit Against Husband's Estate Claims $700 for Care

Mrs. Mary E. Boyle sues the estate of Patrick Boyle for $700 alleged as payment for caring for him during his final illness. The couple married in New Castle, later divorced, and she later served as his housekeeper.

Youngstown Mary E. Boyle Patrick Boyle

Grapewin's Team Opens Season With Park Practice

Charley Grapewin leads his squad in an early season workout at the park. The troupe demonstrates strong form in preparation, while also known for producing the Awakening of Mr. Pipp.

Charley Grapewin

Guardian Named For Claire Taggart In Court

J G W Book appointed guardian for Claire Taggart, a minor child of Mrs. Lulu Taggart, at Monday morning court session.

J. G. W. Book Claire Taggart Lulu Taggart

Ministerial Assn Elects Officers at Morning Meeting

The ministerial association held its annual election in the Y M C A rooms after a paper by Rev Andrew J Magill on The Emmanuel Movement or the Gift of Healing. Officers elected were President Rev W G McConnell Vice President Rev Sample Secretary Rev L M Upperman re elected Treasurer Rev W J Johns re elected.

The Ministerial Association Andrew J. Magill Prsident W. G. McConnell Rev Sample L. M. Upperman W. J. Johns

Harlansburg School notices announce social and graduation events

A box social will be held in the school hall Friday evening April 10 with attendees urged to bring well filled boxes. The senior class graduation occurs Friday April 17 at the Baptist church. The baccalaureate sermon is set for Sunday evening April 12 at the Presbyterian church.

Harlansburg High School Baptist Church Presbyterian Church Harlansburg

Marriage Licenses Recorded in New Castle Area

Marriage licenses issued include Antonio Bengare and Adelina Ginchi in New Castle, and Marina Di Miccio, Frank Paglia in New Castle.

Antonio Bengare Marina di Miccio Frank Paglia Adelina Ginchi

Annual Congregational Meeting at Second United Presbyterian

The Second United Presbyterian church holds its annual congregational meeting Wednesday evening with trustees elected and reports heard. Preparatory services Friday at the church led by Rev. W. J. John of Emmanuelist church. No meeting Thursday due to Mr. Newlin lecture at First Baptist church.

Second United Presbyterian Church W. J. John Emmanuelist Church Newlin First Baptist Church

Transfers of Title Transfer of Pittsburg plot to Wimner

Clare P. DuShane deeds the Pittsburg street plot to Joseph L. Wimner for a $1000 consideration. The transaction records a transfer of title and ownership between the parties.

Clare P. DuShane Joseph L. Wimner DuShane Pittsburg Street

Begin Right Begin Right

For all nervous diseases take Dr. Miles Nervine a tonic for weak nerves. A Ohio man tells how his daughter recovered from paralysis of the brain after using Nervine with Nervine and Liver Pills and how he and his wife benefited too. The Miles company offers a guarantee refund if the first bottle does not help.

Miles’ Nervine R. Prentice Miles Emanuel Bodey Payne Ohio

Beheading Plans Leak as Venango Deputy Seeks Scaffold

Deputy Sheriff William Harrah of Franklin visited New Castle to measure a scaffold for an impending hanging in Franklin. Officials confirmed the scaffold can be secured, and Harrah received invitations for the execution’s proceeding. Venango County holds two murderers in jail with pardons denied. Governor to set execution times. Harrah is a former Lawrence County native raised near Fayetteville.

William Harrah Franklin New Castle Frank Jongrass Waddington Frank Waddington Venango County Pardon Board William H. Harrah Venango Lawrence County Fayettville

Boxing show discussion with New Castle club head

Manager Jimmy Dime of the New Castle Athletic Club spoke before the ministerial meeting about a boxing show planned for next Monday night. He distinguished between a boxing bout and a prize fight, promised no betting or demoralizing activities, and invited ministers to attend, but they did not take up the invitation or take action.

Jimmy Dime New Castle Athletic Club

Visitors and events in Edenburg area brief notes

Local residents visiting New Castle Youngstown and Pittsburg gather for family visits trips and social events. church services rehearsals and talks on local option are noted along with planned repairs to the M E church and ongoing powder works restart. Gold pin awards highlight Sunday school attendance and the Oratorio society concert festival approaches.

Irwin Hoffmaster New Castle M. RE Christian Church W. A. Ripple Wallace Florida South M. E. Church Rh. W. Skinner

Plaintiff Wins Wallace Case In Ejectment Verdict

The jury in the ejectment suit of John H. Preston trustee in bankruptcy for the estate of David C. Wallace vs David C. Wallace and Samuel W. Dana trustee awarded the plaintiff the property. Vigilant Hook and Ladder company plans its annual banquet this evening on the Central department building second floor with Mayor Lusk, Ex-Mayor Hainer and other city officials expected.

John H. Preston David C. Wallace Samuel Www. Dana Robert D. Wallace Vigilant Hook and Ladder Company Central Department Building Lusk Hainer

Botanic Blood Balm Ad Claims Cure for Blood Poison

An advertisement touts Botanic Blood Balm B B B as a cure for bone and joint aches skin eruptions ulcers and cancerous sores. It promises to purify the blood with plant ingredients and offers free samples from the Biood Balm Co Atlanta Ga with bottles sold for one dollar and available at Paisley's Pharmacy New Castle Pa.

Writing Biood Balm Co Atlanta Express New Castle Paisley Pittsburg Art and Croton Avenue

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DR. Winter Ington Sts Love & Megown’s Drug Store Mill Street Chas. H. Halpern E. 7Th St New York N. Y TiDaonels Andy Cathartic Sterling Remedy Co Chicago N.Y Tors Thos, M. Stewart Y.M.C.A Clark Elzie Aley Rev. Livingston Black Bob MT. Jackson Commerce Chamber Steel Corporation Cukerbraum and Guardian Ministerial Assn Miles Medical Co Elkhart, Ind Dime Edenburg Abel John Hoover Harry McCurdy Ira Beight Clifford Eva Beight Ashton M. E B. A. McCullough W. F. McCullough W. H. Raub Amazi Taylor Mame Fenton Raymond J. A. McWilliams Shaw Street Washington St St. Cloud Stritmater’s EB. Wash. ST Er Greesten Aare Baesb Boggs & Buhl Nor Side Pittsburgh, PA Dean Gowan W.C. Welker Civil Engineer Office Lawrence Savings and Trust Bell Phone
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