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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Apr 24, 1908

Page

9

Eoder Has No Right of Action Against Bank

Judge Mecklvaine of Washington County rules that a check holder cannot sue a bank to force payment. John Parshall sought to compel Bank of Coal Center to cash $200 drawn by Victor Russell, who had $415 on deposit. The court held a check does not constitute an assignment of funds and the bank is not bound to pay the payee.

Byudge MeIblvaine Washington Nty John Parshall Bank of Coal Center Victor Russell Dge Mecklvaine Ank

City Treasurer to Publish Delinquent Taxes List

The city treasurer Charles C. Duff will publish the names of nearly 100 residents delinquent in tax payments within the next week. Total delinquencies exceed 2100 dollars, spanning properties from small lots to factories and shops. The list serves as a final step before using delinquent taxes and highlights neglect in settling accounts.

Charles C. Duff

Haywood Prefers Charges Against Youngstown Man

Haywood accuses a local man of unauthorized appearance as he contends charges are filed in national I W offices. E R Markley of Youngstown calls Haywood a labor fakir after the I W branch advertised a speech by Haywood to Mahoning and Shenango valley workers.

Youngstown H. PD. Haywood Western Eperation of Industrial Workers of the World E. R. Markley I. W Haywood Mahoning Shenango Maoning Markley

Widow leads Cochran estate distribution in Mercer will

The late Hon. J. F. Cochran of Mercer leaves most of his estate to his widow with a year value figure. A $200 bequest goes to the Second Presbyterian Church of Mercer and a few small bequests are left to relatives.

J. F.cochran Mercer New Castle Second Presbyterian Church Mercer, l

Doctor Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery Promoted as Pure Tonic

An advertisement touts Doctor Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery with full ingredient disclosure on wrappers. It claims it purifies blood, aids digestion, and treats stomach and liver disorders using native roots, glycerine preservation, and non alcoholic formula. It notes All-Healing Salve for ulcers and urges mail order from Buffalo New York.

Doctor Pierce R. V. Pierce Buffalo N. Y Bartholow King Scudder Coe Ellingwood Choien R. Pi Ierce

Carpet sale highlights 9x12 and axminster rugs

Large ad lists discounts on 9x12 tapestry rugs with marked downs from 16.50 to 14.50 19.50 to 16.50 and 22.50 to 19.50 Axminster rugs offered around 22.50 and all wool carpets priced per yard 65 for ingrain 45 for filler 60 for tapestry carpet 88 for velvet and 90 per yard for tapestry Brussels.

West Pittsburg News Budget Home Talent Affair Delights

A large crowd attended the hospital lecture committee's home talent event, boosting the hospital fund. Stevenson's orchestra provided music while a local quartet and soloists performed, with readings by Carrie Grandy and Bessie McMullen and Henry W. Stevenson’s impersonations drawing strong praise.

Hospital Stevenson P. W. Blocher Charles Martin M. H. Henderson J. H. Robel Carl Breyman Carrie Grandy Bessie McMullen Henry W. Stevenson Pittsburg

Industrial rebound seen at West Pittsburg plants

West Pittsburg industrial activity shows improvement with more orders and near full operation at several plants. Garland Nut and River Plant No 1 runs almost full, Safety Armorite Conduit Plant No 2 enlarges kilns and capacity. Woodhouse Bopp Silk Mill operates at full force. Pressed Radiator works remains dull. Rebuilding of Standard Galvanizing paused but expected to resume soon. G E Pettengill notes rising orders at Safety Armorite Conduit.

West Pittsburg Garland Nut and River Company Safety Armorite Conduit Company Woodhouse, Bopp and Company Standard G. E. Pettengill Garland Corporation

Repairs Completed on Mill Street West Pittsburg

Repairs along Mill street have wrapped up after ten days. The block in front of West Pittsburg industries, over a half mile, has been fertilized and sown with high quality grass seed. The post office landmark building has been moved to a secluded spot. Further landscaping work will begin soon.

Mill Street West Pittsburg

Reed Returns to Work After Measles at Tin Mill

Edison Reed of the Shenango tin mill has recovered from a severe measles illness at his parents home near West Pittsburgh and can return to work. Other Reed family members also recoveries from measles follow.

Edison Reed Shenango J. W. Reed West Pittsburg Reed

Epworth League Plans Gift for Pastor Rev Livingstone

Members of the Epworth League at West Pittsburg Methodist church arrange a wedding present for their pastor Rev Livingstone following his recent marriage. The exact gift is undecided but will be an appropriate article.

Epworth League West Pittsburg Methodist Church Livingstone

State's Biggest 15 Year Old Boy

The largest 15-year-old in the state is said to live near Kittanning. Loui Ramer, son of William F. Ramer, is reported to stand 5 feet 11 inches tall and weigh 190 pounds.

Kittanning Loui Ramer Willian F. Ramer

Oil Prospects in Taylor Township and West Pittsburg

Local reports question oil availability near Taylor Township and West Pittsburg. Past drilling north of West Pittsburg near Frisbee's Run left only a ruined derrick. surface oil traces and swamp land finds suggest possible shallow oil, prompting investor interest and planned test wells.

West Pittsburg Taylor Township

West Pittsburg Methodist Holds Sunday Services

Sunday services are scheduled at the West Pittsburg Methodist church with Rev. Livingston delivering an afternoon sermon. Epworth league meets in the evening led by O. J. Schuler and features the topic Immortal Till My Work is Done.

West Pittsburg Rev. Livingston Epworth League O. J. Schuler

Wampum Players Stage Potential West Pittsburg Link

Elmer Grinnen third baseman and Coral Guy pitcher of Wampum may join West Pittsburg for the coming summer. They previously tried out with Sharon in the O P team but were released as other players filled all positions. Hagerman Casey, another Wampum alumnus, rose from local clubs to Uniontown and Grand Rapids in the Central league, signaling rising talent.

Elmer Grinnen Coral Guy Wampum West Pittsburg Grinnen Guy Sharon Wampum Boys Kurtis C. Hagerman Casey Hagerman Beaver Falls Independents Uniontown Link Lowe Grand Rapids

Local residents record short travels and health updates

Tom McCart of Union Valley and George McGranahan of Mahoningtown visited in the area while George Waller and Ellwood City residents hosted brief stays. Lew Reed, Floyd Reed, Mrs Ed Foley and Mrs Dallas Mitchell report returns or recoveries, with Drs Davis and Wagner making business trips and returns from Pittsburg and Beaver Falls. Floyd Reed recovers from measles.

George McGranahan Mahoningtown George Waller Eleventh Street Ellwood City Lew Reed Center Avenue Wampum Jim Foley Lawrence Avenue Beaver Falls C. W. Davis W. C. Wagner Tenth Street Pittsburg Floyd Reed Ed Foley Twelfth Street Dallas V. Mitchell

Ostermoor Mattress at Discounted Prices Draws Shoppers

The Ostermoor Mattress shown at sale prices 15.50 now 12.50 with a cotton felt mattress listed at 8.00. Pillows start at 1.00 per pair and a new line of curtains is advertised.

Ostermoor

Wall Paper Selection Offering Various Styles and Prices

A local ad lists wall paper in multiple price ranges from 3c to 10c with patterns, borders, and ceiling matches. It includes a wall paper cleaner at 10c per can, along with paint for floors, varnish for linoleum, brass and extension rods, window shades, and portiere curtains offered at half price.

Portiere

Moravia People Share Visits and Returns

In Moravia Agnes Foley of Lawrence Avenue returns from a visit to New Castle where she was guests of her parents. Hart Felmuth of Moravia, Westminster College student, returns after visiting his parents Mr and Mrs Christian Felmuth. W E McMahan, West Pittsburg postmaster, who has been ill, is improving.

Christian Feilmuth Moravia W. E. McMahan West Pittsburg Agnes Foley Lawrence Ave Nue New Castle Hart Felmuth Westminster College Christian Felmuth

Chief Gilmore Decked in New Uniform

Chief of Police Joseph Gilmore appeared in his new uniform this morning for the first time since assuming office a week and a half ago. The suit is darker blue and presents an exceedingly neat appearance compared with other officers.

Joseph Gilmore

Civil War Veteran Isaac Myers Found Dead in Woodshed

Isaac Myers, a Civil War veteran, was found dead in a Tyronville woodshed due to heart disease. The report notes the death occurred in a rural area and lists Myers as a long-time resident with service in the Union forces.

Isaac Myers Tyronville

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