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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1908
Page
11
Charles Pinkney, star second baseman in the O P league, reached New Castle late Thursday and fed to Manager Pete Porter of the Oaks. Fans hope Pinkney is able to play after arriving in condition.
Charles Cupid Pinkney, star second baseman for New Castle, remains unable to play as his foot injury from last summer persists. He expects to rejoin the lineup around the middle of next month, accompanied by his father, an engineer on the Lake Shore railroad in Cleveland.
Franklin reports the first contracted ball player Joe Staub has been turned over to the sheriff for safe keeping. Officials fear he may skip town, and rumors say Staub brought four bats to Franklin while the sheriff reportedly keeps two bats for him. The Franklin News calls the boarding arrangement dubious.
Curley McGuire the wrestler who trained with Tony Ross and fought Mike Schreck has been signed as trainer for the Sharon club for the season. He will travel with the team on all trips and brings considerable experience to the position.
A testimonial-style notice praises Dr Miles Heart Cure for strengthening heart function. It claims rapid effects, urges early use for irregular heart action and chest pain, and notes seller guarantees and refund if no benefit. Seller: Miles Medical Co. Elkhart Indiana. reader location Livingston Texas.
Uniontown claims Abe Kruger signed by Sharon and Morton received Farrells letter urging return. Kruger joined Sharon this spring and moved to Uniontown after a failed organized ball plan. Edward Hilley, signed by Akron, must be returned to Uniontown as Akron has not signed him. Erie club signs outfielder Cole amid management disputes.
Cleveland and Chicago struggles noted as the White Sox fail to score in a loss at Cleveland. Standings show Cleveland with strong position and varying win totals across the league, including teams like Philadelphia and Washington in the mix.
A schedule listing show matchups including Detroit versus Cleveland and Chicago versus St Louis as part of the day's sports card. The slate also features New York at Philadelphia and Boston at Washington with games across major leagues.
Canton defeated Wup 38 to 10 as Weger and Brooks pitched for Wup and Castle Carroll and Gesselman pitched for Canton. Sharon then blanked Euclid Beach Park 6 to 0 with White Kruger and Bair on the mound for Sharon and Minnis starting for Euclid Beach.
Carnegie A C defeated Clark A C 12 to 0 yesterday afternoon in a strong win for the winners and a decisive loss for the losers. Elder Douds, manager, challenges any amateur club in the city. Carnegie lines: Burns, Douds, Beach, Dickson, Ward, Cross, White, Crain, Reed.
Billy Smith, last season’s New Castle manager, shines in the field for Marty Hogan at Zanesville. He outplays Miller and Blount, proving superior in both hitting and fielding with standout speed and reliability.
The Ohio State League opened with two marathon contests. Newark beat Lancaster 2 to 1 in 18 innings after Buster Brown's 18th inning triple and a squeeze play. Springfield and Lima battled 13 innings at Springfield to 5 5 with darkness ending play. White pitched for Lancaster and Joe Locke starred for Newark despite heavy hits.
Baltimore Eastern League catcher Jackson has joined New Castle, filling the back of the bat gap for manager Porter. The move strengthens the lineup as New Castle eyes a first division season, with Porter aiming to shore up outfield and infield while maintaining strong pitching support.
The piece reports Jack O'Brien signing to meet Jack Blackburn in a six round bout in Philadelphia to prove reform and face a tough opponent, amid questions over past fixed bouts and calls to abandon boxing for real estate. Critics note the mismatch in weight and suggest better middleweight matchups with Ketchel or Papke.
Youngstown plays at Sandusky Sunday and Canton defeats the W U P team. Newark’s Gygli had three hits yesterday while Pinkney excites fans. Central league opened auspiciously. Umpire Handihoe quit in Springfield. Lake Shore shops organize a ball club in Youngstown. Marty Hogan topples into crossfire. Buster Brown shines at Newark with four hits. Bean supper at Central Presbyterian Church Saturday 5 to 8 for 15 cents.
An old German scientist announces a positive cure for piles using 6 drops Carbolic Acid 1 dram Zotan 1-2 oz Zinc Ointment applied twice daily. The treatment is said to permanently cure all severities and uses ingredients available at any drugstore.
Fayetteville area residents and relatives appear in casual news items. Harry Boyd works for Frank McVay near Volant while Miss Maud Boyd studies at Slippery Rock State Normal. Others include John Sipe visiting parents in Venango, Dr. John Elder planning a southern trip, Guy Neal at West Middlesex, and families moving or visiting in Indian Run Coalport and New Castle. The Citizens telephone line expands to Medard Neal’s, Stanley Blake recovers from measles, and local interactions with neighbors and relatives are noted.
Edensburg C 8 McCullough spent Thursday in New Castle. Baer of New Castle called on friends here. Glenn of New Castle was here for work. Curtis Webb moved into Mrs Lenora Coates house. Dr and Mrs Mitchell visited New Wilmington. Mr and Mrs William Knapper were in New Castle for business. Mrs Raymond Gibson recovering from pneumonia. Mrs Grundy improved after nursing Mrs Harriet Leeper. Blaine McCullough and wife of Struthers visiting relatives here. Kneasel Bros of Petersburg arrived to inspect D M Hoffmaster’s new house. Mrs Hugh McCreary and Mrs John Miller of Hillsville transacted business. Mrs J F McWilliams and daughter J A McWilliams of New Castle visiting Butler. Mrs Grace Platt of Martins Ferry visiting father J C Mitcheltree and helping move. Miss McClarin, former Edenburg teacher, and Mr.
Edyth Gertrude Beight infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ira Beight died Thursday at 11 30 p m after a brief illness. Interment will be at Springfield Ohio. Graham of New Wilmington visited friends here Thursday. A horse owned by D M Hoffmaster was cut by a barbed wire fence after being frightened by a dog. surgeon Foster of New Castle treated the gash on its right foreleg.
Gabor Malnor of Sharon was discharged by the grand jury after evidence showed he shot Charlies Copax last December in self defense.
A number of oil companies have taken leases near Lowellville and will begin drilling wells at once. Local officials expect activity to boost employment and regional oil output as exploration starts immediately.
James McKissick, county commissioner candidate, reported campaign expenditures of 129 dollars for announcements cards livery hire and hotel bills with 20 dollars for watchers. Charles H Andrews, nominee for prothonotary, spent 109 dollars mostly on announcements with balance for cards and travel expenses.
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