Trades Assembly protests Ward Four school board action
The Trades and Labor assembly of New Castle denounces the board of education for ignoring a 406 resident petition to fill a vacancy with a petitioned candidate. It highlights that a new North Hill school may bar 50 to 90 percent of Fourth Fifth Third and Seventh ward children from high school by travel costs. It urges a public vote on a $300000 bond issue and notes support from local churches and the Good Government League as oversight bodies.
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Trades and Labor Assembly of
New Castle
Trades Assembly
Trades ‘Assembly
Good Government League
Third United Presbyterian Church
Ast
Pearl Harbor Fortifications Fund Backed by House
The house approved 3 100 000 for Pearl Harbor fortifications amid fears of Pacific fleet needs. Reliance on foreign ships for transport and coaling has exposed weaknesses in American defense. Hawaii’s strategic Pearl Harbor location underscores push for a strong naval station and broader Pacific access. The vote showed cross party support, with expectation Senate action and presidential support to advance fortifications and fleet needs.
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Pearl Harbor
Awakan Islands
Pacific
Philippines
Asia
Australia
Hawaii
Orient
Hawaiian Islands
Senate
Iin
Congress
Fortifying Hawaii and the Philippines Begun
The cruise yielded unexpected gains and will aid fortifications in Hawaii and the Philippines. The outcome is viewed as favorable to the American public and marks a proactive shift from initial expectations.
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Hawaii
Philippines
New Castle Promotes Gilmore for Police Chief
The editorial lauds Joseph Gilmore as chief of police, praising his unimpeachable character and Mayor Harry Lusk’s wise selection from civilian life. It notes the department values brains and public welfare over prior police tenure, and commends nonpolitical appointments of Hugh Marquis as city clerk and Dr E Hunter Perry as city physician.
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New Castle
Joseph Gilmore
Harry Lusk
Gilmore
Hugh Marquis
E. Hunter Perry
Perry
Marquis
Hints and Dints on Moonlit Talk and Local Quips
A playful mix of moonlight talk and witty quips on astronomy and daily life. The verses reference two moons near Mars and a fourfold moon on Jupiter, then shift to humorous notes about mutual attraction and the burdens of modern life. The piece notes local happenings from Pittsburg and Chicago, including a fire sparked by cigarette stubs, stolen pocketbooks, and banking hours, finishing with a jab about strawberries and prices.
Ellery Band at the opera house in Pittsburg
The Ellery Band, praised as possibly the best brass and woodwind company to visit the city, is billed for next Wednesday. W B Patton notes his clever comedic style in The Slow Poke, with a strong, refined cast and vivid stage settings. The Clansman is booked Friday April 17, with a farewell tour planned after the U S run and a future London leg.
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Ellery Band
Opera House
The
Pittsburg
W. B. Patton
Patton
Sol Smith Russell
Tim Murphy
New York
Chicago
South
Metropolitan Theatres
United States
London
England
Cascade Vaudeville Tops At Opera House Showdown
Cascade Vaudeville now headlining with Roberts Rat circus drawing the most talk for its world class trained rats act. Harper Toelle offers The Littlest Girl a popular one act dramatic piece. Helen Brandes delivers operatic selections to applause while Harrison and Lee keep audiences roaring. J J Miller debuts a new song as the matinee reshuffles for more laughter.
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Roberts
Rat Circus
Harper- Toelle Company
Helen Brandes
Harrison and Lee
J. J. Miller
Bride Converts Century-Old Rule Marries First Man She Met
Adah Pratt, who lived 29 years under a pretense that marriage was a sin, married Franklin Hoover, a hotel clerk, after meeting him in Washington. The pair wed in Philadelphia last Saturday, ending a long restraint imposed by the Woman's Commonwealth. Hoover had visited Chicago and then returned to Philadelphia. Pratt had traveled to meet him after writing to him. Three other women from the colony reportedly remain.
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United Press
Philadelphia
Commonwealth
Adah Pratt
Franklin Hoover
Miss Hoover
Texas
Washington
Miss Pratt
Hoover
Chicago
the Commonwealth
Graduation Orations At First Methodist Sunday School
The First Methodist Sunday school graduation will next Sunday evening as diplomas are awarded for completing a three year normal course. Students passed state exams with top marks, and orations will cover Jewish captivity to the Reformation. Class colors are red and white, with palms and flowers and special music.
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First Methodist Sunday School
J. A. Breckenridge
Margaret T. Alexander
M. Eva Stern
Martha I Campbell
Harriet M. White
L. May Bennett
Opal L. Reitz
Velma M. Bahra
Edith G. Pangrantz
Harriet K. Fielding
Sue E. Cramer
Jessie L. Mockel
B. R. McClure
Frank C. Lyman
Edward H. Coates
Night riders target peanut trade in circus season
A series of sharp political and social jibes fills the column. References to Acheson running independent, mother-in-law, lack of fire alarms in the senate, boy burglars, lotteries penalties, and the night riders shifting focus to the peanut trade all suggest a satirical, lively review of current events as the circus season opens. The piece questions voters independence, lampoons corruption, and hints at public alarm.
New Rube Aims to Boost Slugger O P Prospects
Washington Star notes a new local hopeful may improve batting averages for aspiring players while a New York department store plans to remove mirrors to curb loitering and delays. mirrors to return only if shopper crowds thin.
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New York
Body of Drowned Man Recovered Near Sharon Steel Plant
The body of Joseph Rosenblum of Sharon, drowned three weeks ago in the Shenango river, was recovered Tuesday afternoon by George Barker near the Sharon steel hoop plant. He will receive the $200 reward offered by the family. Rosenblum was the father of Louis Rosenblum of this city and was well known locally.
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Joseph Rosenblum
Sharon
Shenango River
George Barker
Sharon Steel Hoop
Rosenblum
Louis Rosenblum
Day of Retirement in Church Service At Central Presbyterian
Special commemorative services mark The Day of Retirement at Central Presbyterian Church this week. Tonight at 7 45 the pastor Rev A B McCormick preaches on I Have Stilled my Soul.
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Central Presbyterian Church
A. B. McCormick
Great Granite Ware Sale At Calvin Smith And Sons
Great sale of granite ware at Calvin Smith and Sons store at 57 Long Avenue on Thursday April 16 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Nothing over 25c. First come, first served.
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Calvin Smith and Sons
Long Avenue
Charities Subscriptions List Highlights Donors
A long list of recent subscribers to the Associated Charities fund appears, naming donors and amounts. Notable entries include 1.00 contributions, 3.00 gifts, and several 25 and 50 unit contributions, with names such as William Burham, John McCaslin, Tony Bembo, and Walter Reynolds among others. The roster spans numerous individuals and small organizations, reflecting broad local support for the charity drive.
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Ben Powell
Canis
Prunes
Dso Cocks Eta
Herman A. Braatzz
Coccssree
William Giowoe
Associated Charities’ Fund
Eae
Ead Keen
William Burham
Ares Tales
Cad
Ais
A. Werner Ie
Byers Wilson
Ewidegae
Dovaay
John McCaslin
Tony Bembo
Atplitain Ates
GOWER
Sas
William
Woggs
Sacansevusas
Ford Wibon
Vieey
Ae Arthur, Willatas Conscienceseet Ee
Carmi J. Giovet
Bios Ok
FEA Cine Bison
Dean
L. Goldstein
Ess Jena
Omar
Savectheaweateen Sk
Shaeae
Daniel Jenkins
Watts
Pea Ane
Charles Greer
Accesssascenans
Jared Reis
Toms
James Ward
Reis
Walter S. Reynolds
iMrs
McCandless
Bria Isco
Barna
West Side Sale Ties Homes on Miller to North Street Corner
John J. Smith of Miller Avenue buys Peter Daily residence at West North and O'Brien Streets and will move in immediately. Sale handled by Clare Du Shane.
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John J. Smith
Miller Avenue
Peter Daily
West North
O'Brien
Clare du Shane
B H New Easter Goods In Every Department
New goods in every department for Easter. Now is the time to buy for Easter with suits waists millinery gloves hosiery neckwear and new arrivals in the men s department.
Tailor Made Women’s Suits Priced From 13.50 Up
Suits Our 25.00 special Women’s Tailor Made Suits include new styles fancy braided suits Prince Chap and cutaway voile shadow stripe fancy worsteds Panamas and Rajah Silk. The Junior and Misses’ Suits fit large girls and small women. Sizes 11 years up from 13.50 up.
Silk Petticoats for Suit Sets in Various Styles
Silk petticoats in black stripes plaids and plains priced from 3.90 aim to match your new suit offering multiple patterns to choose from and a low starting price for shoppers updating wardrobes.
New Tailored Waists in Stripes and Linens
New waists offered in colored stripes plain or embroidered linens Irish dimities percal es madras and more with prices from $1.25 and up includes fancy lingerie and dressy net waists in various styles and fabrics.
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Percales
Madras
Belts Sellout at New Low Prices in Store Window
A shop features a new line of belts including Elastic Belts in all shades priced from 50 cents, Fancy Belts from 75 cents to $1.50, and a table of belts at 15 cents.
Neckwear and lace jabots at affordable prices
A list of neckwear items including lace jabots in lace net or mull starting at 25e, large lace bows, embroidered stock collars, Merry Widow bows at 50e, plain or embroidered stocks, knit silk ties at 50e, embroidered string ties, and fancy bows in silk embroidery or lace priced 25e to 50e.
Hosiery Sale Offer Adds Silk and Lace Options
A newspaper notice promotes hosiery in lace or plain black, colored or fancy styles, silk or silk blends, openwork, plaids or embroidered designs. Prices start at 25 cents and up.
Glove Sale Highlights From Local Shop
The advertisement lists gloves at special prices including kid gloves in all shades for 1.00 with regular value 1.25. Short black silk gloves priced at 50e and 75e, silk gloves 12-button at 1.00 and 16-button at 1.25, chamois gloves 1.25 and 2.75, Fit-Rite gloves 65c to 1.25 in multiple colors, and silk gloves in several colors.
Men’s Dept New Arrivals at Discount Prices
New department notices advertise Monarch Shirts for $1.00 and Cluett Coat Shirts for $1.50. Also listed are men’s fancy Half Hose in plain colors, checks and stripes at 25 and 50 cents, new Easter Neckwear at 25 and 50 cents, Famous Dress Shirts at 50 cents, and Outing Shirts at 50 cents with a new Half Hose line.
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Monarch
Cluett
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New Castle, Pa
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Sycamore Street
Apple Alley
the News Company
George EB. Treadwell
Fred L. Rentz
Fred L. Rents
Bell
Citizens
Mars
Jupiter
Ester B. Tiffany
Teddy Roosevelt
New Castle Trades Assembly
Charley McCandless
Pitsburg Street
Cascade Vaudeville
Royal Powoe
Sample Hardware Co
Mahoningtown
Tan Oxfords
R. Bollard
Ev’ng
Acheson
I. O. U.washington Star
Rice’s
Rick's
East Street
W.cc. Welker
Lawrence Savings and Trust
Bell Phone
Men’s Dept
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