Sunday School Class of Eight Graduates Diplomas
The second annual graduation exercises of the Sunday school at the Second U. P. Church were held Sunday evening with full seating. Eight graduates completed the Pennsylvania Sunday School association course and received state diplomas taught by Miss Mary Aiken. The program featured readings, music, solos, and a diploma presentation by Wylie McCaslin, with a closing address by Rev. Andrew Magill urging church attendance.
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U. P
Pennsylvania Sunday School Association
Mary Aiken
Wylie McCaslin
Andrew Magill
Nettie Hanna
Martha Ligo
Olive McMil
the Hebrew Nation
Grace Boyd
Elizabeth Snyder
the Tabernacle
Lizabeth Snyder
The
Temple
Marie Parker
Ree Mewn Snyder
Paul—Edward McKee
Ida Kerr
Benediction
Fistic Fights Planned for Jackies in San Francisco
United Press notes three major prize bouts scheduled for the Atlantic fleet sailors in San Francisco. A Thursday night headliner pairs Abe Attell against Brooklyn Tommy Sullivan. Other set clashes include Ketchel versus Twin Sullivan in a 35 round afternoon bout on May 9, Joe Grim versus Al Kaufman on May 12, and Joe Gans against Rudolph Unholz in a 20 round duel on May 14. Many fans expect the Gans bout to draw Boer support amid talk Gans is past his prime.
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United Press
San Francisco
Abe Attell
Brooklyn
Tommy Sullivan
Stanley Ketchel
Jack
al Kaufman
Joe Gans
Rudolph Unholz
Gans
Deaths of the Day Mrs Sarah McLaughlin
Mrs Sarah McLaughlin an aged resident of North Beaver township died Sunday morning at 7 o clock at her daughter Mrs Oliver Foster home. She was 81 years 2 months and 23 days old and leaves several children. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 2 PM at the residence conducted by Rev J C Womer. Interment in Clinton cemetery.
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Sarah McLaughlin
North Beaver Township
Oliver Foster
J. C. Womer
Clinton Cemetery
Why so many capable men fail in life
Come to the First Presbyterian church tonight and learn the reason why. Thomas Crowther of West Grant Street, who is seriously ill with appendicitis, is slightly improved today.
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First Presbyterian Church
Thomas Crowther
West Grant Street
Can’t Miss It Dr Miles Nervine Endorsed
A testimonial from A Palmer of Lewistown Pa praising Dr Miles Nervine for nervous ailments and improved heart action digestion and energy. The reader is told a local physician will guarantee relief or refund money and that Miles Medical Co notes the product is sold with guarantee.
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Miles
Palmer
Lewistown
Miles Medical Co
Elkhart
Ind
Ex-Lieutenant Governor Brown Denies Interfering in Robbery Case
William M. Brown arrived in New Castle after reports of a break in at his East Street home. He said little was disturbed beyond a forced wine cellar door and some liquor taken. Brown noted Sam Brown and William Feeney were held for court after a hearing with an alderman, and he would not interfere in their trial.
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William M. Brown
East Street
Sam Brown
William Feeney
New Castle
Mr. Brown
Brown
Feeney
Collision deemed unavoidable as St Paul and Gladiator loss tallies rise
London reports indicate no punishment likely after Saturday collision between the American liner St Paul and British cruiser Gladiator. Admiralty confirms three bodies recovered and many missing sailors. St Paul to be dry docked for injury assessment.
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United Press
London
St. Paul
Gladiator
Naval Court
Board of Trade
Admiralty
Cowdray
Widgery
Sieberres
W. G. P. Graves
Evangelistic Revival Draws Large Crowd in New Wilmington
The First United Presbyterian church overflowed with an estimated 1000 attendees for Rev. W. W. Orr of Charlotte preaching on Personal Work. A 500 men mass meeting preceded, and Orr plans further sermons on How to be Saved and The Devil's Detective as revival fever grips the town.
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New Wilmington
First United Presbyterian Church
W. W. Orr
Charlotte
N. C
Orr
A. C. McClelland
Presbyterian Church
Castle in the Air Quote from Manchester Union
A reflective note from the Manchester Union on the idea of aspirational dreams. It asserts that even elusive castles in the air can inspire morally right actions and leave useful thoughts for daily life and struggle.
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Manchester Union
Question of jury size to decide criminal cases before US Supreme Court
The U S Supreme Court considers if a verdict from a ten member jury is valid when both sides consent. The Massachusetts federal case prompted the appeal after a lower court reduced a trial jury to ten due to sickness. John W Dickinson faced a nine year sentence for banking violations connected to a South Danvers National Bank deposit.
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United Press
Washington
Supreme Court of the United States
Department of Justice
Massachusetts
John W. Dickinson
South Danvers
Spanish American War Veterans to Celebrate Tenth Anniversary
Captain Hunt Camp No. 1 United Spanish War Veterans prepares a May 4 celebration at Melwood Auditorium Center and Melwood avenues to mark the tenth anniversary of Pennsylvania volunteers mustered for the Spanish American War. Delegations from Butler Sharon Greenville New Castle Franklin Meadville and other western Pennsylvania towns are expected.
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Melwood Auditorium
Center
Melwood Avenues
Pennsylvania
Spain
Butler
Sharon
Greenville
New Castle
Franklin
Meadville
Pittsburg
Revolver Battle on Chicago Train
A revolver duel between police and two robbers at Belmont avenue station caused a panic on Northwestern elevated trains. The confrontation lasted about five minutes with shooting and dodging behind pillars. the robbers escaped. Lakeview residents had reported multiple hold ups ending with strangling and robbery.
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United Press
Chicago
Northwestern
Belmont Avenue
Lakeview
London’s Dense Smoghaled Air Cites Evelyn Quote
A quote from John Evelyn describes London in a period of severe air pollution caused by sea coal smoke. The excerpt notes the inability to see across streets, the breathless conditions, and the harsh impact on lungs, illustrating historical urban fog and health concerns.
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London
John Evelyn
Neil to Get Chance at Chester Strike
Chester officials plan to seek federal help to end a weeks long traction strike. A Chester board of trade committee and striking workers depart for Washington to appeal to the Interstate Commerce Commission or the Commerce and Labor Department for intervention. The Chester Traction lines run from Darby to Wilmington, with officials hoping federal action can resolve the dispute.
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Neil
Chester
United Press
Washington
Board of Trade
Interstate Commerce Commission
Department of Commerce and Labor
Chester Traction Company
Darby
Wilmington
Del
Interstate Commerce Conrmission
Let Malefactors Begin
A witty Frenchman suggests criminals should lead by example in society’s war on crime, arguing capital punishment should start with the murderers themselves and apply to all stages of the struggle between lawbreakers and the public.
Love's Vagaries and the City Directory Joke
A wry quip on love and luck. The Philosopher of Folly notes that love grins on many kinds, but a city directory reveals its playful surprises and social quirks.
Mrs Dowler Confined At Home With Serious Illness
Mrs W E Dowler of 278 Arlington avenue is confined to her home by illness of a serious nature. Her friends are much alarmed about her condition. Miss Margaret Sankey of Wallace avenue went to Pittsburg Monday to spend a week and attend the grand opera.
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W. E. Dowler
Arlington Avenue
Margaret Sankey
Wallace Avenue
Pittsburg
Improvement on Opium and Wine in China Grapes Raising
In parts of China natives raise grapes and make several kinds of wine as an improvement over opium. The effort reflects local adaptation and agricultural experimentation amid social issues surrounding narcotics.
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China
Basis of All Virtue Confucian Insight Note
The phrase asserts sincerity and truth as the foundation of all virtue attributed to Confucian thought, emphasizing ethical integrity as core. It reflects a succinct moral rule linking honesty to virtuous character in classical Chinese philosophy.
Modern Miracle Worker Promises Piles Cure
An old advertisement touts a German scientist with a new cure for piles. It prescribes 6 drops Carbolic Acid 1 dram Zotan 1-2 oz Zine Ointment mixed and applied night and morning claiming permanent relief and states any druggist can compound it.
Water in the Animal Body
Physiologists note that animals are about 80 percent water and argue that this amount is essential for normal bodily functions. Excessive water intake within reasonable bounds is unlikely to cause harm, as long as it is not excessive.
Books Returned After Years At The Philadelphia Library
A Philadelphia Library worker recalls books lost for years returning, noting volumes missing ten fifteen or twenty years and even one recovered after more than a century. A classic set finally reappeared in Holland and was sent back to Philadelphia.
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Philadelphia
Locust and
Juniper Streets
Holland
Philadelphia Record
Lord Considers Payroll Dilemma and Vacation Hint
In a tense moment Mr. Lord frets over payrolls and a cash shortfall for Davis. His wife suggests a one month stenographer vacation to free funds, then split remaining pay, a plan she calls fair. The exchange ends with cautious optimism.
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Lord
Davis
Hard to Live Up To Gentle Man Definition
The Bristol Herald-Courier quotes a definition of a gentleman as a clean, fair-minded person who treats all with respect, accepts both loss and victory gracefully, and honors women and the elderly. The speaker notes it resembles an obituary or epitaph vibe.
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The
Bristol Herald-Courier
Attic Poet and Editor Argue Over Poem’s Value
The scene centers on a poet tearing a cuff edge while debating a spring poem’s worth. The editor agrees the work cannot be priced in dollars and offers fifty cents, which the poet accepts with eagerness.
Most Readable Mars Inhabited Theory Surpasses Opposition
A popular scientist argues the strongest support for Mars habitation is the ease of reading an article advocating that view. He claims proponents can present their stance three times more readably than opponents, making the case more persuasive to the public.
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Mars
Popular Scientist
Precious Relic and a Lock of Hair
A light exchange notes a locket containing a husband's hair as a memento. The speaker jokes that the husband is alive but his hair is gone, presenting a tender, quip-filled moment about memory and loss.
Senator Sorgum’s Offer: A Place Reserved for an Obstreperous Leader
A dialogue reveals Senator Sorgum offering a favored position to gain influence, claiming to have already chosen a spot for the recipient. The obstacle is a stubborn, long-lived man currently occupying the post who resists national welfare.
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Senator Sorghum
Death by own action and other wartime briefs
Leong Yumpo 40 commits suicide by leaping from a six story New York building. Desperate exodus from Venezuela in face of looming bubonic plague. England and Scotland mobilize to clear snow from rail and streets. Harry H. Lebaron shoots wife then himself in Salem Massachusetts. Two 17 year olds die in apparent mutual pact. Joseph Mulvey, NYC taxi chauffeur, spared mob lynching by three policemen. Benjamin I Wheeler offered as assistant secretary of commerce and labor. Katherine Shelley, music teacher, found dead in New York apartments. note cites family woes. J H Jennings body found in Allegheny river clarifying disappearance. Rescuers search Notre Dame De Salette after French landslide. NYC Catholic diocese marks second day centenary with children mass. Williamsburg police probe death of Annie Duffy found unconscious in Stockton Street. Art world shaken by forged paintings passing as masterpieces.
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Joseph Mulvey
N. Y
Commerce and Labor
Benjamin I. Wheeler
California
Immigration Commission
Katherine Shelley
New York
J. H. Jennings
Warren
Allegheny River
Notre Dame de Salette
Lievre
Williamsburg
Annie Duffy
Stockton Street
Europe
Tenth Anniversary Battle of Manila Dinner Held in Washington
Washington April 27. The tenth annual Manila Bay dinner will refight the battle in speech song and story by officers who served with Admiral Dewey. Admiral Dewey will be guest of honor with Rear Admirals Walker Lamberton and Coughlan among attendees. Many Manila Bay heroes now serve with the Pacific fleet.
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United Press
Washington
Manila Bay
Admiral Dewey
Walker
Lamberton
Coughlan
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J. Frank Schrader
Mercer
Emma Graham
William E. Porter
Leslie McKay
Roy Neville
Thomas Campbell
West Middlesex
Wyatt R. Campbell
Volant
J. M. White
Petersburg
Thomas Hogg
College
Castles In the
Air
Bohemia
News
St. Cloud Hotel
Gritine
Lunt Soap Co
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J. C. McCready
East Wallace Avenue
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East Grant Street
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Stephenson Block
East North Street
Star Grocery Co
N. Metter Street
J. C. Johnston
Bell Phone
Union
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Washington Street
Star Grocery Company
Mercer Street
New Castle Contracting Company
the News
Manila
Pearson St
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Monroe Street
Butler Avenue
Inquire
Quest Street
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Neshannock Avenue
Bell
Lawrence
Hutchison Street
Atlantic Avenue
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Merrie House
Wayne House
Mill Street
Jere Bauman
West
T. W. Dickey
Lawrence Trust Building
S. Davis
Boyles and
Highland Avenues
W. S. Davis
Chautauqua, N. Y
J. L. McFate
Court Street
News Office
North Mercer Street
North Mill
Falls Streets
Clendenins’ Store
Cascade Theater
Milton Street
Croton Avenue
Opera House
Lincoln Avenue
East
Mill Streets
North Liberty Street
Lawrence Realty Company
Dean Block
Winter Avenue
Highland Avenue
North Hill
Park Avenue
Delaware and
Sheridan Avenues
J. Clyde Gillilan
Lawrence Savings and Trust Building
Lathrop Street
Sumner Street
J. Clyde Gilfillan
Winter
Washington and
Good Street
Robert L. Wallace
City
Mulberton Avenue
Acre
Youngstown Road
Shaw St
West Sidery Street
Cro- Huron Avenue Oe
Walnut Street
Lawrence Realty ‘Company
Fairmont Avenue
C. Ed
Smith Hardware Co
New Castle Marble and Granite Works
South Mill Street
R. R. C G. Fralick
Shenango Hotel and Restaurant
W. Washington Street
Union Phone
Ingels
Wallace Block
Daniel A. Davidson
North Beaver
John R. Miller
Ce. T. A
Louis Kerr
Lawrence County
Gald
Lafayette Kerr
A. Winternitz
Rice's
Rick's
Broad Balm Co
Atlanta
Express
Paisee
Pittsburgee
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