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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1908
Page
8
About 600 people gathered at the First Baptist church on Wednesday evening to formally welcome Dr J He Whalen and his family to the city. The reception featured musical selections, brief addresses from church and civic leaders, and a closing hymn.
Three year old Abe Shulemberg of DeWey Avenue was burned at about 10:30 am when his clothes caught fire in the yard near Yonfire by the father’s home. A neighbor woman, looking from a window, saw the danger and helped smother the flames, but the child’s clothing was almost completely burned and his body severely burned.
HS Harriet Young dies at Kane Pa after long illness. At her home in Kane Mia Here rgt Young wife of Bert Young, a longtime city resident, passed away Wednesday morning from chronic lung trouble. She lived in this city most of her life and was well known and respected. Survivors include her husband and other relatives.
A disrupted coal market report from Pittsburgh outlines independent operators accusing Pittsburgh Coal Company, backed by U S Steel, of forcing smaller dealers out as prices drop. The conflict centers on contracts for 500000 tons of coal and price cuts to one cent per quart of milk amid broader industry upheaval.
George G. Rose, longtime general excursion agent for Mahoning Valley Traction, has been promoted to general manager of Idora Park in Youngstown. The move follows an internal shakeup after Hob Cunningham left the role. Rose's seven years with the company and flawless attendance record supported his selection among about 250 applicants. He will still book attractions for Cascade Park as before, signaling a strong season ahead at Idora Park.
Aeturning discovery was made by family members that Mrs Elizabeth E Stewart, wife of John Stewart of Conkle Avenue, Westview, was found dead in her bed. She appeared to have died some time ago likely from heart trouble. A well known resident on the West side she is survived by her husband and two sons J H and H L Stewart, both of this city. She was born in Allegheny County and had lived here for many years.
United Press reports in Indianapolis that Fairbanks issues a warning to Republicans about the tariff reform plan. He argues for a pre election special session to complete revision before March inauguration, urging protectionist revision by Republicans and opposing a Democratic controlled Congress.
Attorney T Cine Gilfillan for plaintiffs Edwin Howry and Della Cooper filed for a new trial after a verdict for the defendant. Judge Porter took the papers and will decide, with Wednesday morning sessions already held in court. The plaintiffs express dissatisfaction with the outcome.
Marry Jaeson of Coortfleet has been appointed trustee of the stock of H P Carpenter by the Referee in Bankruptcy Underwood. Jameson will at once advertise the stock and fixtures for sale. McCreary hosts large gathering at the hotel with an elegant dinner service and music, honoring Mr and Mrs McCreary and their guests from nearby towns.
North Sewickley township will gain a manufacturing plant employing over a hundred men. W L Wilmer of Allegheny closed a deal to buy the Zimmer farm of 14 acres four miles north of Beaver Falls, from Dollar Savings Bank of Pittsburgh for about 16008. Located on Brush Creek, it will connect to the Baltimore and Ohio railroad and supply Pennsylvanian fire clay. The owner plans brick plant construction to begin soon.
Hillsville marked its closing day with final exercises as students gathered for the last time this term. Examinations show 47 pupils passed to the next grade and several pupils completed their schooling this year amid a record attendance of around 150. Teachers listed include Maude Myers Milas Slanche Starrey Miss Gin Hotweister and Prof. C Irvin Marshall.
A six year old girl from South Jefferson Street and her sister, ages unknown, are reported as afflicted with infantile paralysis. In recent weeks, doctors treated symptoms thought to be rheumatism but diagnosed the condition as poliomyelitis causing paralysis in both children.
A fragment reports births to Mr and Mrs Sank Stanley of Lathrop a boy born to Mr and Mrs Jamies Rees of Lyndall street a boy and Dorn to Mr and Mrs Prank Beith of Division street a daughter.
New Wilmington reports a wave of relocations as multiple shopkeepers and residents shift locations. G A Amith moves to a Swagger blank room on Market Street while Rev A McDowell transfers his stationery wall paneling to nearby rooms. Mrs Was relocates her dress and pressing establishment to the Oby property on Water Street. H W Brooks shifts his barber shop from Prict’s building to a new spot across NG street. Ardiny Hoyd leaves the current High Street residence for the Maury Johnston property on Market Street, and Dave Flosse moves to Williamsport area. William Thompson relocates to Cambridge Springs to buy a business. Joseph H Howard the tailor moves from Waldr Street to Market Street. Mrs Gibron moves to Farm property. the vacated house will host Charles McCurdy, the pitcher who recently moved goods to town.
I C Syling of Princeton seeks the county superintendent post amid confusion with similarly named candidates. Reports indicate William Ayling, also of Princeton, entered the race, but J C Syling remains the sole definite candidate besides the present incumbent, Prof. Lee Gill.
City tax for general revenue sinking fund and poor fund stands at 51 2 mills. County tax set at 3 mills. School levy mirrors last year with 6 mills for general purposes and 2 mills for building bonds. On a $3 060 assessed home the tax would total about $48.37, split 23.62 to city and 0.75 to county with schooling share to follow.
Former United Mine Workers leader John Mitchell announces plans to start and operate a labor paper in Indianapolis. The weekly will advocate industrial peace between miners and operators and serve as a platform for both sides, with miners as a primary audience.
REW BEDFORD S. L. Bulley undertakes remodelling of his home. Mrs Juden Rowland visits seriously ill Mrs Hubert Rutty and others from Pittsburgh return after a six visit with Rev GB AL Psu. Dogs win prizes at a recent dog show in Youngstown. Mrs Sherman Aeall moves from the William Hisek farm to Ganningham farm near Tiraak School. Prof Alvaro Calderwood, teaching in Grave Chey, spends time at the Calderwood homestead. Fosterer, Mrs Kirkpatrick and son of Pittsburgh are guests at Calderwood. Born Wednesday to Mr and Mrs W M Nunn of the Guaniog block, a daughter.
United Press reports New York April 2 that AFL leaders aim to push labor reforms through Congress and postpone the independent labor party. Observers say the movement is temporarily abandoned but not dead, with plans to resume if Congress fails to act. Community pressure and a police crackdown on unemployed meetings are cited as delaying factors.
Contracts totaling about 400 1000 were awarded to Drava Construction by Pittsburg and Late Erie Railfowl for the Beaver river bridge across the Oia river. The project includes five piers, a 4 000 900 total cost with real estate, and major track changes near Beaver station. Work starts immediately with hundreds of workers and structural steel contracts likely within months. Colonel J M Scliquamaker and W A Terry left for New York to meet New York Central officials.
Miss Gladden daughter of Rev William H Gladden sued Smutt for 30000 damages over a broken engagement in a Pennsylvania case. The common pleas court at Tellmngstuwh disposed of the breach and settled the tiff with a payment said to be 10000 as the wedding day approached.
A stream of real estate transfers lists Wingom to Olft John M. and others in Second ward with prices from 4 150 to 500. Clark Drake transfers in Third ward for 400. Executor Martin to Emma Marin parcels in North Peas township for 4 889. Kaufman to Righburger land in New Wilton south town $2 000. Also notes Mattacka of Flezel Deli and a child with measles recovery in Mondays column.
County road officials prepare for spring road work amid rains and erosion. It discusses cash basis village and township funding, maintenance goals, and the best tools and methods to improve earth roads. It highlights plows, scrapers, graders, drags, and careful layering to crown roads without overbuilding.
Local butchers in New Castle report higher meat prices driven by Chicago wholesalers. Dressed beef, pork, and mutton costs have increased, with tenderloin and porterhouse up to 25 cents per pound. Shopkeepers blame the beef trust and discuss grain crop failures and higher feed costs as factors.
Mc Barnes of the Seventh ward after returning from Sandy Lake said his brother A Barnes died in Cleveland and was buried at Sandy Lake. Early reports suggested foul play but authorities found no evidence. A separate fatality involved a train strike near Cleveland killing Tai boon atrack. the incident followed by a wreck of a hatchery removal at Conneaut Lake and ongoing efforts to restore Lake Erie fisheries with government stocking programs.
Michiel Ferchin 18 asks for a divorce from Ann Ferchan charging desertion after their marriage on June 12, 1897 and cohabitation ending August 29, 1904. He also cites adultery with Ernest Blytey. Through attorney Harvey Bo Martin, Martian Fablan seeks a divorce from Elizabeth Fablan for desertion. they wed March 24, 1896 and lived together until January 1, 184, when she deserted him.
Army of workers from Pittsburg to New Castle and nearby districts repair rails ties and permanent way on Lake Erie rails amid winter floods. Major railroads including Baltimore and Ohio Western Allegheny and Erie ramp up gang strength for four tracking through New Castle. Crews anticipate heavy traffic this summer and rush to complete long-delayed projects.
Stephen Doughton Hubbard West Hubbard suffers pneumonia and breathing trouble. Clarenca Allen family planning move to Collavilla Center. Mr and Mrs A L Dilley relocate to Hubbard for future home. Presbyterian Sunday school officers elected with A C Cowin as superintendent and others serving. James Williams of East Hubbard dies at 23 after tuberculosis. He leaves mother, sister, and brother. member of local Baptist church.
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