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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1908

Page

3

Reading Circle Hosts Meeting at Highland Agency

Miss Ella McBurney hosted the Reading circle in Highland with Mrs. David Jameson presiding in her absence. Roll call covered current events and the program featured Some Old Community Experiments by Mrs. Felix Guenther Jr. and Some New Community Experiments by Mrs. A C Dickinson.

Ella McBurney Highland Agence Reading Circle David Jameson Felix Guenther, Jr A. C. Dickinson A. W. Harbison E. I. Phillips Grant Street

Subscription dances slated at Cascade Park this summer

Dates announced for a series of subscription dances under the New Castle club. Events set for June 25 July 9 July 23 August 11 August 27 and September 10 with listings at the New Castle club St. Cloud hotel Lawrence club Herb D. McGoun's John B. Haley's and A. D. Newell's.

Gavebav Cascade Park New Castle Club St. Cloud Hotel Lawrence Club Herb D. McGoun John B. Haley A. D. Newell

Wallace hosts Yucatan club at Wallace avenue

Mr and Mrs J C Wallace entertained the Yucatan club on Monday evening. Card favors were awarded to Mrs John Taggart Mrs C A Phillips and Messrs C J Kirk and A W Harbison. Refreshments were served.

J. C. Wallace Wallace Avenue John Taggart C. A. Phillips C. J. Kirk A. W. Harbison

Marriage License Granted in Youngstown

A marriage license was granted in Youngstown to Floyd Newton of Sebring and Edna Cameron of this city.

Youngstown Floyd Newton Sebring Edna Cameron

Large Card Party For Associates

Miss Regina Hirt hosted a 28 guest girls party in Garfield avenue with a 500 game. Prizes went to Miss Helen Boal and Miss Helen McCracken, consolation to Miss Jean Kaufman. Yellow and white decor and menu colored the event.

Regina Hirt Garfield Avenue Helen Boal Helen McCracken Jean Kaufman J. A. Hirt J. C. Dwyer R. C. Holmes Carl Zieme

Marriage and club events announced in community лист

The notice lists a marriage for Miss Margaret Hannon and Mr. Thomas Davis. It mentions Dr. Scott F. Hershey’s installation at First Presbyterian Church followed by a reception. Various households host clubs including the Name less club, North Highland Swastika club, C. T. C. club, Circulating Book club, Carnation Kensington, and the Oratorio society meeting at the Coliseum.

Margaret Hannon Thomas Davis Scott F. Hershey First Presbyterian Church Hershey EB. J. Barnard Seward Avenue Fred DeVenny Edgewood Avenue Pearl Burkhart Terrace Avenue John Lamb Shaw Street Circulating Book Club Carnation Kensington Mary Jenkins Oratorio Society Coliseum

Informal musicale at Miss Greene’s West Washington home

Miss Frances Greene of West Washington street hosts an informal musicale this evening for her pupils. Participants include Misses Helen McCracken Maude Wilkins Leta Johns Anna McGurk Carrie Taylor Gretta Jackson Marie McDonald Bessie Kimmel Esther Jeffries Amelia Van Wert Genevieve Reilly Genevieve Yost Gladys Fulkerson Elizabeth Attenborough Ethel Wilkens and Messrs Harry Nixon Harold Baer Norman Lamm Edward Bollard Earl Reeble Kenneth Reider Elmer Patterson and Mr Wilkens.

Frances Greene West Washington Street Helen McCracken Maude Wilkins Leta Johns Anna McGurk Carrie Taylor Gretta Jackson Marie McDonald Bessie Kimmel Esther Jeffries Amelia van Wert Genevieve Reilly Genevieve Yost Gladys Fulkerson Elizabeth Attenborough Ethel Wilkens Messrs Harry Nixon Harold Baer Norman Lamm Edward Bollard Earl Reeble Kenneth Reider Elmer Patterson Mr. Wilkens

New Castle Club Hosts Third Dance at Masonic Temple

Invitations issued for the New Castle club third dance at the Masonic temple on East North Street Thursday April 23 at 8 PM. Committee in charge includes H. E. Zerner Robert Fleming and W. R. Faithful.

New Castle Club Masonic Temple East North Street Messrs H. E. zZerner Robert Fleming W. R. Faithful

York Guests Honored At Dinner By Graham Family

Mr and Mrs Harry Graham of York Pa host Mr and Mrs Chas T Graham on Hamilton Street and Mr and Mrs Hugh Shields of South Mercer Street. They were honored by a pretty dinner of 16 covers at the Graham home followed by a social period.

Harry Graham York, Pa Chas. T. Graham Hamilton Street Hugh Shields South Mercer Street Graham

Knights of Columbus Stage Dances Draw 50 Couples at Peerless Hall

The Knights of Columbus hosted a large Easter party attracting over 50 couples at Peerless hall on Monday evening with excellent music and late dancing. Out of town guests included Miss Berth Miss Viola Berger and others from Youngstown Lowellville. May 27 marks the Knights eighth anniversary with a park party likely. state K of C convention in Cambridge Springs May 11 to 13 may draw locals. The Iroquois club's Eureka hall dance that same night drew many visitors, with strong music and a successful event.

Knights of Columbus Gilmore Hall Washington Street Misses Berth Viola Berger Youngstown Nellie Blakeney James Meehan Frank Horton Edward Gannon Lowellville Joseph Berger John S. Newman James Eagan Thomas Kreps Steven Griffith Guy Waddlinger K. of C Cambridge Springs Eureka Hall

Tin Wedding Anniversary Celebration at Butler Road

A Tin wedding anniversary party for Mr. and Mrs. Alexander McConahy was held at their Butler road home on Monday. About 85 relatives and friends attended with baskets, a noon dinner, tin presents, and an afternoon serenade followed by many gifts and well wishes for the couple's future. Attendees included the McConahys' relatives and neighbors from East Brook Grove City Bessemer Butler road and surrounding areas.

Alexander McConahy Butler Road McConahy John McConahy Eastbrook William Smith Grove City Joseph Carr Bessemer Louis Carr Susan Geiger Frank Book and Family J. R. Wright William Geiger Miss Carr City

Mrs Eliza beth Clements Hosts Easter Party in Shaw Street

Mrs Eliza beth Clements and daughters entertained friends on Monday evening in Shaw street. Easter novelties and pink green colors set a festive tone. Out of town guests included Mrs Emma Kennedy Mrs Anna Weakland Mrs Sadie Sibbitt and Mrs Carrie Predmore of Youngstown.

Willam Stapf Santa Cruz Cal Elizabeth Clements Shaw Street Emma Kennedy Anna Weakland Sadie Sibbitt Carrie Predmore Youngstown

Dinner in Lavender and White Honoring Miss Evans

Miss Margaret Harvard hosted a 6 o'clock Monday dinner for her guest Miss Kath erine Evans of Youngstown. Twelve guests attended with lavender and white decorations and a cordial social atmosphere.

Margaret Harvard Lyndal Street Katherine Evans Youngstown

Parties Planned At Mrs Reis Home For Mrs Reis

Three evening events are scheduled next week at the home of Mrs James Ward Reis in East Street. They honor Mrs John Reis of Montclair New Jersey who is being entertained by Mrs Reis.

James Ward Reis East Street John Reis Montclair N. J

Couple to Wed Tuesday Evening in Pittsburg Parsonage

Miss Gula Sankey of Greenwood avenue and Mr. O E Koonse of Ray street will be united in marriage this Tuesday evening at the North Avenue parsonage on North Side Pittsburg.

Gula Sankey Greenwood Avenue O. E. Koonse Ray Street North Avenue North Side Pittsburg

Delightful Surprise for Miss Griffith on Wood Street

Miss Rachel Griffith of Wood Street was the victim of a well planned surprise Monday evening. The event promised an evening of unalloyed pleasure and appears to have succeeded in its aim.

Rachel Griffith Wood Street

Surprise Birthday Party for Miss Griffih Delights Guests

A crowd of about 20 young ladies and gentlemen attended an informal affair planned as a surprise for Miss Griffih in honor of her birthday. The evening featured cards, music, and a later-delivered lunch.

Maude Woods Surprise Birthday Party At Woods Home

A crowd gathered at Mrs. A H Woods home near Neshaminy Falls for Maude Woods 20th birthday. She was away when guests arrived and returned to a surprised reception with music games and refreshments. Attendees included many named local residents and a reverend.

A. H. Woods Neshannock Falls Maude Woods Nellie McConahy Helen Margaret Patterson Ada Martin Florence McConnell Olive Weible Amanda McDowell Helen McClure Ruth McConnell Grace Alberta Walker Alice Sontag Olive Reeder Julia Eckles Mary Hanna Martha Brandon Belle McConnell Grace Kerr Hazel Gordon Melville Jordan William Jordan Thomas Martin Dan Wright James McConnell Willis McClure John Carson McConell Francis Drake William Coryea Oliver Kerr Edward Reed Fred Reed Charles Sontag Lawrence Sontag Grover Welker George Carter

Reading Circle of ’89 Elects Officers in Civic Session

Reading circle of ’89 met Mrs. C. J. Kirk in Highland avenue Monday at 3 pm. Officers elected include President Mrs. John G. Nothdurst and Vice presidents Mrs. E. A. Donnan and Mrs. J. C. Norris. Secretary Mrs. Ella T. Mays Assistant secretary treasurer Mrs. William K. Hugus. A civic department was approved as the circle plans civic improvements in New Castle. Next meeting two weeks at Mrs. I. B. Griffith West Washington Street.

C. J. Kirk Highland Avenue New Castle John G. Nothdurst E. A. Donnan J. C. Norris Ella T. Mays William K

Rube Club Hosts Third Full Dress Ball at Mikado Hall

The Rube club held a dance in Mikado hall on Monday evening marking its third full dress ball. Dancing ran from 8 30 until 2 with refreshments provided under club supervision as arrangements were coordinated by the committee.

Mikado Hall

Notes on Misses Davis Thorn ton and Whiting

A fragment mentions Misses Fanny Davis Grace Thorton and Ella Whiting in a list of names likely in a social or formal notice. No additional context or action is provided.

Fanny Davis Grace Thornton Ella Whiting

Circle of 91 Meets with Mrs Whitling in Monday Session

The Circle of 91 gathered with Mrs W J Whitling on Richelieu Avenue Monday afternoon. A program featured a book review on The New Era in the Philippines by Miss Alma Broadhead and talks on Porto Rico past present and future by Mrs C E Gleason. Mrs Margaret Speer Gibson gave a sketch of Bishop Oldham. The next meeting will be in two weeks with Mrs W V Fielding of Croton Avenue.

W. J. Whitling Richelieu Avenue Philippines Alma Broadhead Porto Rico C. E. Gleason Bishop Oldham Margaret Speer Gibson W. V. Fielding Croton Avenue

Highland couple hosts cards for Mrs Mary Shipler

Mr and Mrs W H Shipler of Highland avenue entertained in formally at cards Monday evening in honor of Mrs Mary Shipler of Mercer. Six hand euchre was the diversion and refreshments were served.

W. H. Shipler Highland Avenue Mary Shipler Mercer

Holland Club Sets Next Meeting Date In West North Street

The Holland club members met Monday evening with Mrs. Frank Truby of West North Street for a business session. The next meeting is planned for a later date to be announced.

Holland Club Frank Truby West North Street Say

Lady Maccabees Meet Thursday in Woodman Hall

The Lady Maccabees plan a Thursday meeting on April 23 in Woodman hall. Edith Seamons, the record keeper, has changed her address to 452 1-2 South Mill street.

Lady Maccabees Woodman Hall Edith Seamons South Mill Street

Aprils Cold Snap Prompts Frost Talk From Official

Local observer J Adam Hainer says this April frost seems milder than past heavy freezes and doubts fruit is damaged as buds are not yet fully developed. He recalls a heavier freeze dated April 27 in another year.

J. Adam Hainer

Opening Reception At Gilmore's New Dancing Hall

Frank B. Gilmore hosts an opening reception and souvenir party this evening at Gilmore's new dancing hall on the third floor above Physicians Pharmacy, North Mill Street. Bell phone 365, 212 Shaw St. References required on all occasions.

Frank B. Gilmore Gilmore Physicians Pharmacy North Mill Street Bell Phone 365 Shaw St

The Rambler Club Diamond Giveaway Winner

Number 433 wins the diamond giveaway by the Rambler club with the holder to claim from A. J. English. Call to receive the prize at contact number 20713.

Rambler Club A. J. English

Deaths of the Day Mrs Elizabeth Campbell

Mrs Elizabeth Campbell mother of L M Campbell of this city died yesterday afternoon at the home of her daughter Mrs Andrew Shilling in Wheatland aged 70 years. She was born June 4 1831 and lived in Mercer county most of her life. Funeral Tuesday at 2 from the residence with Rev Minnick officiating. interment Oakwood cemetery.

Elizabeth Campbell L. M. Campbell Andrew’ Shilling Wheatland Campbell Washington Malin Valley Forge Sarah Budd Sharon Mercer County Thomas Campbell Ohio River Lafayette Budd J. S. Weaver Charles Malin Vienna Wilbur Orris G. A. Stambaugh Andrew Shilling New Castle J. R. Wood Cleveland J. F. Miller Youngstown George Campbell Mr. Minnick West Middlesex Oakwood Cemetery

Funeral for Mrs. Sarah Ambrose in Shenango Township

The funeral was held Monday at 2 PM at the Biddle home in Shenango township with Rev. J. L. Stratton officiating. A large gathering attended the last rites. Interment followed in Greenwood cemetery with pallbearers Frank Leonard, Benjamine Lloyd, Charles Biddle and Mr. Bartley.

Sarah Ambrose John Biddle Shenango Township J. L. Stratton Croton Avenue M. E Greenwood Cemetery Frank Leonard Benjamine Lloyd Charles Biddle Mr. Bartley

South Side WCTU Plans Tuesday Meeting

The South Side W C T U will meet this Tuesday evening with Mrs Evan Harris of Reynolds street at 7 30 oclock.

Evan Harris Reynolds Street

Birth Announcement and Social Visits Noted in Local News

A baby boy was born to Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Kane of Chestnut Street. Charles Sumner Rowland has recovered from illness on Pittsburg Street. Alma J. Sherman of Titusville visits Mrs. Charles H. Johnston on Nighland Avenue. Katherine Evans of Youngstown visits Miss Margaret Harvard on Lyndal Street. Wilbur Grace of Cleveland visits his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Bennett Grace of East Street. Mrs. William Stapf of Santa Cruz returns after visiting Mrs. Elizabeth Clements of Shaw Street. Mary Shipler of Mercer visits with son and daughter-in-law Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Shiplen of Highland Avenue.

Thomas Kane Chestnut Street Charles Sumner Rowland Pittsburg Street Alma J. Sherman Titusville Charles H. Johnson Nighland Avenue Katherine Evans Youngstown Margaret Harvard Lyndal Street Wilbur Grace Cleveland Bennett Grace East Street William Stapf Santa Cruz Cal Elizabeth Clements Shaw Street

Also Mentioned on This Page

Buners Euwers North Mercer Street Monay Masons Charles Greer Francis J. Perry BE. Bl. Smith Josh. Rice Walter Harlan J. J. Dean A. Reed H. E. Zerner Yucatan Club Informal Musicale Huldah Veach's Cascade Park Pavilion Harry K. Gregory Clare P. DuShane John 8. Oursler Charles Piper Byers Don H Alliene W. Treadwell E. Lee Boyles Ralph C. McGoun James T. Ray Adelbert R. Kingsbury John Bilder Floor Howard W. Noragan Thomas W. Dickey John W. Crouch Charles Colnor William E. Marshall Robert G. Magill William F. Moody Edward L. Smith On Pattison Charles G. Lindner John F. McNamara Will D. McCreary Frank McN Nottingham Madras Portieres Battenberg Circle of Mrs. Ambrose W. H. Shiplen Maltonas Clutton Rice’s Rick's
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