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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1908
Page
1
A brief note reports Mailer Bill greeted Ed with a kiss on both cheeks during the Train event. The moment highlights local social exchange and the cordial atmosphere observed by attendees.
Cronberg August 11. Emperor William in crack regiment uniform meets King Edward in silk hat and frock coat at Cronberg station. They exchange greetings then ride to Friedrichshof for frank talks on internal affairs and peace prospects between Germany and England.
Washington report shows a record rise in cigarette use with 5,402,336,113 papers smoked nationwide last year. About 25,000,000 smokers yield an average of 2,216 cigarettes per smoker, with many using other forms, pushing the total even higher.
Miss Laura B. Cartwright became Mrs. Frank P. Hunter yesterday afternoon in the office of Alderman C. W. Ranney on Croton avenue. The alderman performed the ceremony for the couple, both of whom gave their residence as New Castle.
McGonigle and Handle, the North Jefferson street undertakers, have opened an undertaking establishment in Youngstown. The firm has quarters at 181 Wood street opposite St. Columbia's church.
Mrs. Leaff, a young Austrian immigrant in New Castle, was declared insane by a commission after receiving threats from her family in the old country. She married a German man, and letters threatening to kill her upon marriage spurred six weeks of mental breakdown. She and her husband live near the cement works.
Kelty was stung in action as the event unfolded with claims that he instigated the controversy. Details remain unclear as officials review the incident and outcomes.
Read Whom Kelty Charged With Ejecting From Ball Grounds Is Acquitted. Three innings of the Kelty McClusky Read fracas play out before Alderman Morrison’s umpires. Kelty found guilty on one count and ordered to pay costs. In Pulaski township Cox sues Robinson and Graham. Rhoda Robinson, daughter of J E Robinson, testifies under pressure as the case unfolds.
Fairview and Lincoln, Aug 11, Democrats arrive on trains for Bryan notification day. Conferences fill the day as committee members from doubtful states report vote prospects. Bryan seeks precise local updates and receives favorable news in most instances.
Nine men killed and about 20 seriously injured when a boiler in the York rolling mill exploded yesterday afternoon. The blast struck the central part of the plant and trapped workers with smoke and debris. Most victims were blackened and unrecognizable as rescue efforts continued.
Prof J P Hervey and his wife on North Street plan to move into a new brick home on Boyles Avenue built by the professor. A daughter was born to Mr and Mrs Kennehan of Croton Avenue.
HURLOCK Md August 11 Thomas Carew filed for absolute divorce from Lena Virginia Carew after a fight with Rev Stephen P Shipman pastor of the M E church. Carew says Shipman admitted the attack and the beating in his house. Dr Samuel Windsor, who treated Shipman, hints the minister confessed. The case stirs the entire community.
Mrs. Graham, wife of Graham, held in jail for alleged polygamy, cared for two children in a Wilmington road home. Neighbors found the eldest sick for ten days, later diagnosed as typhoid fever. City Physician E Hunter Perry inspected him and plans were made to admit the boy to Shenango Valley hospital.
Carl Patterson, son of Mr and Mrs Thomas Patterson of Youngstown Avenue West Side, is seriously ill with blood poisoning in his leg.
Dayton dispatch reports three killed and about 25 seriously injured when two Western Ohio Traction trolley cars collided between Sidney and Piqua. The northbound Piqua car was on time while the late Shelby County line car ran at high speed. The crash occurred near Shelby County Infirmary. authorities cited a mistake in orders.
A creditors meeting at Referee in Bankruptcy E M Underwood's office elected Charles P Byers as trustee for An nie Dinsmore Watkins and Byers posted bond to secure duties.
The McCreary reunion will be held at Eastbrook on Friday, August 14. Local attendees invited to reconnect and share memories at the community gathering.
London reports confirm Mehmed Ali Bey the Turkish minister to Washington is recalled as sultan reshapes the diplomatic corps. Salih Munir Pasha and Hush Pasha to France and Russia join a broad purge of envoys and a push for constitutional reform, press freedom, and parliamentary building plans.
Reports to County Superintendent W Lee Gilmore show teachers engaged for nearly all county schools. Wages will average about last year. Under the new salary law the minimum is 40 per month for provisional certificates and 50 for professional or other certificates. Reports indicate country directors seek teachers with the best certificates.
Detectives seek John Dalton a Louisville Kentucky sailor who disappeared after the Newport naval station safe was robbed of 1800 dollars. Dalton last worked in the paymaster office Saturday afternoon and vanished Saturday night before the crime was found.
An ordinance to establish the office of inspector of buildings was drawn after years of push by Fire Chief Connery and councilmen. The appointee, chosen by the mayor with council advice on the first Monday of April, must be a practical builder or architect, with duties including approving plans and enforcing building alterations. The ordinance allows the inspector to also serve as a meter inspector if desired, and cites compliance with established city building codes. Continued on Fifth Page.
In Wheeling West Virginia a gas explosion at J W Gavin dry goods store killed three sisters Clara 20 Mamie 22 and Margaret 25 all daughters of J W Gavin. Their mother escaped by leaping from a third floor window to an awning and falling to the ground as flames consumed the building roof collapsed.
The News outing contestants push to win a $10 gold piece as seven days remain in the eight day campaign. The 12 Lawrence County girls collect votes via subscription payments and the 5 count coupon while urging supporters to check in often. The tour includes a Toronto visit described as an American City with sights, rail and water routes, parks and grand buildings highlighted for the travelers.
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