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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 24, 1908

Page

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Union Miners March On Grove City Mines Riots Loom

A force of over 200 union miners marched from Grove City to the Hilliard branch mines to press 600 workers at Standard Nellie and Windborie mines to quit. Operators seek protection amid threats, with arrests at Hilliard and No. 5 mines and a conference at Greenville with little hope for agreement.

Grove City Hilliard Bessemer and Lake Erie Standard Harry Amilton Co Nellie McFarland & Co Windborrie Lochrie Brothers Mercer Butler County No. 5 Mercer County Francis Feehen United Mineworkers of America Uion Feehen Pittsburg New Castle

Ussher Named Lead Tenor at Pittsburg Church

John C. Ussher formerly of this city now resident in Pittsburg has been selected as sole tenor for the choir of the Second Presbyterian Church of Pittsburg. He was chosen from many applicants. Miss Gertrude Clarke, another former New Castle resident, is the soprano.

John C. Ussher Pittsburg Second Presbytery Church Mr. Ussher Gertrude Clarke New Castle

Notable Names Highlighted in New Castle Notices

Giovanni Zarlenca, Grace Montere, John F. Kennedy, Adeline Burnside appear in New Castle records. The listings reference residents or figures tied to the city, suggesting civic notices or social page mentions.

Giovanni Zarlenca Grace Montere John F. Kennedy New Castle Adeline Burnside

Paris nobility tragedy ends Shonts linked romance

The Duc de Chaulnes, husband of Theo dora P. Shonts, was found dead in his Paris Langham hotel suite from heart disease. The young nobleman, who wed Miss Shonts after a long courtship, died shortly after an abrupt engagement, with his bride previously denying the match. Their Paris New York life and romance were described as romantic and abrupt.

United Press Paris Duc de Chaulnes Theodora P. Shonts Langham Hotel de Chaulnes Langham New York Miss Shonts Theodore P. Shonts Cloverleaf Railroad Panama Canal Commission Interborough Railway Company New York City France

Obituary of Moravia Resident John G Manlis

John G McAnlis a Moravia area figure died suddenly Friday morning of heart trouble while supervising field work He was in his sixtieth year and survived by wife two brothers J D McAnns and William funeral planned for Monday at Covenanter church with hour to be announced He was brother in law to Dr L W Wilson and member of the Covenanter church

John G. McAnlis Moravia Mr. McAnns L. W. Wilson Chriss Wilson J. D. McAnns Beaver Falls William Kansas McAnlis Covenanter Church

Influence To Suppress Publicity May Result In Dropping the Brown Case

A sensational article reports that publicity suppression could lead to dropping charges in the Sam Brown larceny case. It notes about 100 men and boys connected to a party at ex Lieutenant William M. Brown’s residence and mentions detectives, mayor, and possible further charges. Bail for Sam Brown and Hugh Feeney is set at 1000 dollars as investigations continue.

Mr. Brown Ornor William M. Brown Sam Brown Eve Steve Marshall Harry Lusk Hugh Feeney Eren

Strang Wins Briarcliff Cup Auto Race In Record Time

Briarcliff Manor New York April 24 Lewis Strang drives a 50 horsepower Isotta to win the 256 mile Briarcliff cup in 5 hours 14 minutes 13 15 seconds. Cedrino in a 60 horsepower Fiat finishes second with 5 hours 21 minutes 62 seconds. Vaughan places third in a Sterns as weather proves ideal and no ambulance is needed.

Briarcliff Manor N. Y Lewis Strang Cedrono Strang Vaughan Mulford Murphy de Palma Parker Sartori Gedrino Lytle Cedriho Thireenth Cedrino

Woman dies saving parents in Corry fire

In Corry Pennsylvania Mrs. Arthur Lemm reentered a blazing home to save her elderly parents Mr. and Mrs. David Weatherbee of Centertown. She perished along with the couple as neighbors arrived too late. Arthur Lemm was rescued from a back room but fatally burned.

United Press Corry David Weatherbee Centertown Arthur Lemm

Tackhammer Blow Costs Loving Dearly

Joe Loving faced Alderman Charles Mayne after F. M. Ray accused him of striking with a tack hammer over a billboard dispute at the Devlin property. Loving was found guilty and ordered to pay costs after the hearing revealed both men sought the same spot.

Joe Loving F. M. Ray Devlin Charles Mayne Loving

Attacks Wife with Hatchet and Faces Personal Crisis

A man assaulted his wife with a hatchet triggering a reported personal crisis. Authorities described the incident as a domestic violence event with subsequent police or mental health intervention. further details were not available in the fragment.

Tragedy as Father Attacks Wife Then Hangs Self

In Johnstown Pennsylvania on April 24 Lewis Fleckenstein a wealthy German resident attacked his wife with a hatchet as their two daughters watched. He then fled downstairs and hanged himself. The wife survived with poor prospects. The police later found the husband dead.

Johnstown Lewis Fleckenstein Fleckenstein

Arguments Heard In Robinson Case Over Bridge Buildings

Judge Porter heard injunction arguments in Robinson versus City of New Castle about tearing down buildings at the east end of Pittsburg street bridge. Robinson denies any encroachment on the street. City plans a bridge center pier may face objections from nearby owners.

Porter William CC. Robinson City of New Castle Robinson Pittsburg Street H. K. Gregory James A. Gardner

Spilled milk sparks altercation in Fifth Ward suit

In the Fifth ward a milk spill led to a dispute between Archie McVain and Ernest Thomas. Thomas accuses McVain of causing the can to fall and faces charges of malicious mischief and assault and battery in Alderman Ranney's court. The case is set to be heard Saturday.

Archie McVain Ernest Thomas Thomas McVain Ranney

Robbers Loot Bandana Telephone Exchange Vault

Masked robbers raided the Bandana telephone exchange in western Kentucky and forced the Ballard bank cashier to open the vault, yielding $4,000 before escaping.

United Press Louisville Bandana Kentucky Ballard Bank

Meetings to Resume on the Diamond This Saturday

Weather permitting the Christian and Missionary Alliance will resume open air meetings on the Diamond next Saturday evening. The Alliance holds such gatherings there throughout the summer season.

Christian and Missionary Alliance Diamond Alliance

Death Notices for Edith Beight and Others in Ohio and PA

Edith Gertrude Beight of Edenburg and Miss Ann Jane Campbell aged 76 of Youngstown pass away. Also listed are Miss Margaret Clark 76 of North Sewickley, Mrs Martha Redmond 81 of New Bedford, and John G. McAnlis 60 of Moravia in this death notice roundup.

Edith Gertrude Beight Edenburg Ann Jane Campbell Youngstown Margaret Clark North Sewickley Martha Redmond New Bedford John G. McAnlis Moravia

Brilliant 15 Halt Night of Music Festival Opens

The Handel Oratorio Society of this city opened its fourth annual festival in the Coliseum with a near full house. Directed by Paul Browne Patterson and M. Virginia Patterson the program included The Eve of St. Agnes and a miscellaneous selection in an auspicious start to what critics hailed as a historic musical event.

Handel Oratorio Society Coliseum Paul Browne Patterson M. Virginia Patterson St. Agnes

Decorative Muslin Decor at Amphitheater Concert

The auditorium housed an amphitheater occupying about a third of the floor, built at the western end up to the west gallery, with a curtain blocking the view from above. A piano platform and the conductor area were draped in white muslin and Laurel vines. About 200 chorus members in white gowns and black suits enhanced the scene as the light, beautiful setting captivated the audience.

Ross May Fights on Pacific Coast Soon

The New Castle boxer Ross prepares for a New York bout with Stewart on May 7 and may meet Jim Flynn of Pueblo in a Pacific Athletic club showdown in Los Angeles. Dime reports negotiations with Longacre club and Chicago and Pacific organizers to arrange Ross versus Flynn or Kelley.

New Castle Jim Flynn Los Angeles N. Y Ross-Stewart New York Ross Pacific Athletic Club Dime Longacre Athletic Club Stewart New York City Sylvian Ferretti Chicago Mr. Dime Tom McCarey Big Jim Flynn Pueblo Hugo Kelley Billy Papke Tony Ross Feretti Kelley Flynn Papke

Farmer files claim for sheep killed by dogs in county

C E Hoffmaster of Mahoning township filed a $190 claim for 25 sheep killed and 11 wounded by dogs. The loss was valued at $6 50 per head with $22 in damages and $3 in appraisers fees. The claim highlights proposed tag laws to tax and kill untagged dogs to fund sheep-loss payments.

C. E. Hoffmaster Mahoning Township Lawrence County Waterloo

Dr Higley Chosen To Preach Class of 1908 Sermon

Dr E E Higley of the First M E church was selected by the New Castle High School class of 1908 to preach the baccalaureate sermon the Sunday before commencement. The class chose him this year after a recommendation to let students decide, marking a second consecutive honor for Higley after he spoke to the 1907 graduates.

Higley E. E. Higley M. E. Church New Castle High School Dickson Dr. Higley

Floyd Kneran Sued By Wife For Assault Disorder Claim

Jennie Kneran sues Floyd Kneran of South Street alleging assault and battery and disorderly conduct. Alderman Ranney will hear details later today in municipal court.

Floyd Kneran South Street Jennie Alderman Ranney

Guatemala on Verge of War With Honduras

Guatemala braces for possible conflict with Honduras as tensions rise after a presidential assertion. Authorities and regional diplomats seek de escalation while military forces mobilize along contested border areas.

Guatemala Honduras

Cabrera Suspects Honduran Officials In Assassination Plot

Guatemala and Honduras edge toward conflict after President Cabrera announces executions of eight prisoners and fourteen cadets. Bustillo, Honduras minister in Guatemala City, in hiding as tensions rise. Diplomatic representatives notified as authorities seek confessions for immunity.

United Press City OF Mexico Guatemala Honduras Guatemala City Dent Cabrera Cabrera Bustillo H Duras Washington Zelaya Nicaragua Panama

Bible Class Presents Gold Chain to Homer Fenton

Homer Fenton, bound for Kentucky to oversee lumber interests, was surprised when his Bible class at the First Christian church presented him a fine gold watch chain. The group gathered for a social evening and concluded with an elegant lunch.

Homer Fenton Kentucky First Christian Church

Suspension of T. A. McIntyre & Co. News

The New York Produce Exchange posted a suspension of the firm T. A. McIntyre & Co. this morning with reports also at the stock and cotton exchanges. Arthur R. Peck of Syracuse was named assignee for the firm, a leading player in stock cotton and grain markets.

United Press New York T. A. McIntyre & Co New York Produce Exchange Arthur R. Peck Syracuse

Windstorm in Texas Destroys Deport Town Structures

A cyclone devastated eastern Deport Texas destroying the cotton oil mill and churches. Drugstore owner W R Isbell was killed as his residence collapsed. his wife and four children escaped. Residents Captain George S Terrell and others were injured with broken limbs as rescue was hindered by rain and rising creeks. Nearby Oak Grove and Rice reported damage and casualties amid interrupted telegraph lines.

United Press Paris Texas Deport Here W. R. Isbell George S. Terrell G. C. Baughn E. R Sullivan Oak Grove Clarksville Rice Ennis

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Grove Ciy BIG City Church Theo Shonts Theodora Shonts Moon John G. Manlis Strong Himself Mother Mrs. Patterson Mrs. M. Virginia Patterson Pacific Coast
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