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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1933
Page
1
Reporters note ongoing negotiations on a state beer control bill in the capital. Provisions would place enforcement and licensing in treasurers' hands while limiting local restrictions and setting a statewide framework. Debate centers on election of delegates, penalties, and the scope of prohibition powers.
The report notes early spring blooms and local observances around East Washington Street, mentioning flowers, gardens, and public ceremonies. It references the town’s weather and school activity, with officials preparing for upcoming holidays and a regional gas facility update.
Good Friday is observed in city churches with varied service times and readings from the crucifixion. Evening services feature Holy Communion as part of a weeklong sequence leading to Easter programs statewide in city and county churches.
Akron Ohio April 14 A gloomy forecast and high winds delayed the Macon airship test flight, postponing the first flight of the Navy's $8,000,000 Akron program. Weather charts warned of a storm, keeping the giant dirigible docked with plans to attempt a 12 hour aloft test if conditions improve.
A group fired on constable Wes Harriman and detective Harry McCinnis near Joplin Missouri as they left a suburban house with a search warrant for liquor. A man and a woman and another fugitive escaped after a hail of bullets from a sawed-off shotgun and a submachine gun.
Washington April 14. Senate elections committee considered seven charges against Huey P Long in petitions filed by John M Parker and four towns. The accusations claim personal dishonesty and corruption tied to Pelican State politics amid hearings on Overton and Broussard. Long denied the charges saying he knows nothing about it.
In South River New Jersey Joseph Kensek 60 a former inmate at the state hospital shot and killed his wife and two of his children and wounded his 18 year old daughter before dying by suicide after drinking poison in their home todayAuthorities said no other details were immediately available.
Officials list multiple deaths including Joe Charente Edward Winder Salvatore Carkane and Frew Matrand in Sahel union notices with terse mortality records and brief attributions from local authorities.
Washington April 14 Pennsylvania today received another relief loan of five million dollars from the Reconstruction Finance Corporation. The funds will aid 67 counties during April and May, bringing total Corporation advances to Pennsylvania to thirty four million nine hundred eighty thousand dollars.
A University of Topeka pageant selection names a standout student as beauty queen for the Mecca Week celebration. The event showcases campus traditions with student leadership and community pride.
Winnie Ruth Judd, the so called trunk murderess, faces a sanity hearing in state prison at Florence Arizona. Authorities warn force may be needed to bring her before the jury as she repeats she will not endure further taunts. The hearing slated for today could determine whether she escapes the gallows.
A downtown Butler blaze partially destroyed a building housing Jay's Army Store. Fire units battled the flames for three hours before control, and authorities began an investigation into the April incident. Damage estimations reached 810,000.
President Roosevelt plans to ask Congress for sweeping tariff authority to negotiate reciprocal and multilateral reductions, and to adjust rates up to 60 percent by executive order with congressional ratification within 60 days. He aims to secure this during talks with Premier Ramsay MacDonald and other power representatives in the forthcoming world economic conference.
Five persons perished in a deadly fire at a store in Buchanan. The victims are Troy Lullgman, his wife, and three children who occupied rooms above the shop. Authorities reported the blaze caused fatal burns and smoke inhalation. Fire investigators continue to determine a cause.
Women plan low heels and tall hats for Easter as practicality guides outfits, with man tailored suits, gloves, and coordinated blouses. Hats feature extreme heights and elaborate adornments, some with long tassels or fezes, dominating the accessory scene and reflecting seasonal style.
Pope Pius XI personally led three hour Good Friday rites in the Sistine Chapel assisted by 14 cardinals and bishops. Notable attendees included German Vice Chancellor von Papen and Austrian Chancellor Dollfuss. a large diplomatic presence observed as the pontiff, barefoot, adored the cross after the long service. The pope, though aged, remained standing through the passion choruses.
The coastguard cutter Ossipee finally towed the 344 foot freighter Malang after seventeen tow attempts. The Malang carrying fertilizer for Maine and potatoes for the Northeast was crippled by a broken tail shaft near Peaked Hill Bar and taken to Boston with thirty officers and men aboard. The storm lashed New England with a spring blizzard, causing eight deaths and significant damage.
Clerks from parts of Westmoreland Allegheny Lawrence and Fayette counties met at historic Bethel church near New Castle to elect delegates and alternates to the general Session. Revs R W Yourd and G S Krupp were among alternates. two new ministers were admitted to the presbytery.
British and Russian defendants in the Metropolitan Vickers spy case faced intense courtroom clashes as credibility and charges were debated. Bulging emotions followed testimony about Allan Manhouse Britten, director of the Soviet bronel, with reports of alterations to the word Wiart being used in the proceedings.
A Beverly Hills correspondent recounts a questionable incident involving gifts and favors for public figures. The writer describes offering to buy influence for retiring senators and congressmen, detailing a donation to Moses and a discount arrangement, hinting at irregular payments and future favors. The tone suggests a satirical or critical view of political corruption.
Dr. Hans Luther arrives en route to Washington to present credentials as Germanys new ambassador. Secret service guards the transfer amid secrecy and ill news questions are pressed about persecution. Luther says Hitler s rise reverses German life and calls the spring resurrection of the nation.
Havana reports say government troops paroled downtown areas after 16 bombs exploded, blamed on Machado regime opponents. Manuel Garcia, 19, was killed and many shop windows shattered. two churches were damaged slightly. Jose Montana, 43, died from wounds after a lamb exploded at the secretary of state Ferrara’s home. No arrests reported.
A fragmentary description mentions an Easter basket with paper, candy, and small gifts for a youngster. The scene references Easter carols, a small boy, and the idea that the basket brings happiness despite simple contents and light weather.
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