New Owl Field to be Opened in Carbon Center Area
Ben Lytle and company plan a new oil well on the Charles Duffy farm in Carbon Center and expect operation within a week. The site lies midway between John and Jacob Kramer wells, tapping the third sand. Nearby, McCollough and Barnard start No. 4 on the Dodds farm, with rig completion planned next week. Geibel brothers and Yost drill on residence farm in Woodbine district about 1 1/4 miles east of West Butler. Center township pool opened by Geyer and company prompts Reiber brothers to drill on Blaine farm. The Doubhett Graham company well, two weeks in, with boiler explosion, is advancing slowly with a new rig under construction. once derrick and rigging are finished, deeper sand drilling is expected to yield over 100 barrels per day.
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Ben Lytle and Company
Charles Duffy
Carbon Center
Butterie
John and Jacob Kramer
Offman
McCollough and
Barnard
Dodds
Geibel Brothers
Yost
Residence
Woodbine
West Butler
L. E. Ruby and Company
Young
East Butler
Center Township
Geyer and Company
Reiber Brothers
Blaine
Geyer Brothers
Doubhett, Graham and Company
Ellwood City
Ellwood
New Castle
Couse
Hillwood
Street Car Company
Beacer Falls
Koppel
Harmony
Pittsburg
Lisbon
Galilee
Darlington
East Palestine
Board of Trade
West Lawrence Avenue
Borough Line
Park Gate
Elwood
Wayne Township
J. W. Humphrey
H. W. Hartman
Philadelphia
Great Pittsburg Railways
Beaver Falls
Butler
Hartman
Beaver
West Ellwood
Wampum
Beaver County
Beaver River
Bridge, Charter
Beaver Bridge
Morado
Record to be Proud of Seven Brouse Sons
Mr and Mrs Percival N Brouse of Selinsgrove Pa nurture seven sons born in eleven years. The couple, ages su and two years younger, aim for a large family of happy children. Friends note their progress and orderly farm routine with all members active from breakfast to milking.
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Percival N. Brouse
Penns Township
Selinsgrove
Brouse
Youngstown S A R Offers Essay Prizes on Revolution
The Society of American Revolution members at Youngstown announces prizes for school pupils who write the best essay on a revolutionary subject.
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S. of A. R
Youngstown
Cure It In One Day Hyomei Promises Quick Cough Cure
An advertisement touts Hyomei as a one day remedy for coughs and colds. George W. Clutton sells a $1.00 Hyomei outfit with a money back guarantee if not effective. A testimonial from Mary E. Bennett of Peru Indiana praises relief from catarrh after two weeks and claims it cured various nasal throat diseases.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George W. Clutton
Mary E. Bennett
Peru
Ind
Geo. W. Clutton
Railroad tests and bond plans shape regional rail aims
A special New Castle Erie freight test ran 2050 tons of coal hauled by engine 7194 to assess ratings and traffic. Return 1500 tons carried EB P line. Erie railroad seeks Albany authority to issue 30 million dollars in bonds for branch rebuilding, terminals, and grade crossing elimination. Another note reports a Pennsylvania baggage master Foulk escaped a hold up and a cat recruitment joke. A train dispatchers’ outing on Neshambdck creek followed. American Locomotive Works received an order for 60 locomotives, part of which will serve the Bessemer Lake Erie line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Castle
Erie
W. M. Wardrop
Fr. J. Perry
T. J. Batley
Mahoning
Erie Railroad
Albany
N. Y
Ferrana
Youngstown
The
Steel Corporation
American Locomotive Works
Bessemer
Lake Erie
Retiring Pennsylvania railroad foreman Jacob K Russell
Jacob K Russell road foreman of engines on the Pittsburg division will retire next Tuesday under company pension rules after 51 years of service. He is a member of the Pittsburg Division Veteran Employers association and a director of the Erie and Pittsburg Railroad subsidiary. Regular quarterly dividend of 1 3 4 percent declared by the Erie and Pittsburg payable December 10.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pennsylvania Railroad
Jacob K. Russell
Pittsburg
Pittsburg Division
Erie & Pittsburg Railroad Company
The
Pennsylvania
Baldwin remarks on unusual weather in county
County Treasurer Baldwin told a News reporter on Tuesday evening that this fall is unlike any since 1966. He recalled building a house that year and weather turning cold from December 10, bringing snow and sleighing until spring. He says many similar falls followed but none match this one.
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Baldwin
Notice of nonresponsibility for wife's debts
Louis Faust states he will not be responsible for any bills contracted by his wife Christine Faust after she left the home. The notice serves to inform creditors that liabilities incurred by Christine Faust are not his responsibility.
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Christine Faust
Louis Faust
Ellwood City Wedding Surprise Silent Marriage
Miss Ella Blackburn formerly of Ellwood City married Dave Cling of Salem on October 4 in Pittsburg during a large city celebration. The ceremony remained secret until an aunt disclosed the event to the bride and her parents, surprising friends in Ellwood city where Blackburn is well known as sister of Frank Blackburn and a former Whistler's store saleslady. Miss Rachael Bradford plans Newton school Christmas break to December 24 through January 4, seeking a one week and two day vacation after another successful term teaching locally.
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Ellwood City
Ella Blackburn
Salem
Dave Cling
Pittsburg
Miss Blackburn
Mr. Cling
Ellwood
Frank Blackburn
Whistler's
Rachael Bradford
Newton
Here
Miss Bradford
B'nai B'rith Dance Pleases Social Set at Hotel Lawrence
A mid winter social at Hotel Lawrence hosted by B'nai B'rith drew a large crowd with Stevenson's Orchestra providing music. Guests praised the committee for an enjoyable evening and many out of town visitors attended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B'nai B'rith Society
Hotel Lawrence
Stevenson
Allentown A. A. to Visit Casino Rink for Friday Game
The Allentown A. A. basketball team of Pittsburg travels to Casino rink Friday night for a scrappy matchup with the local five after an open date. Manager Clark arranged the game, and fans hope for strong play amid a short layoff. Some locals would like a showdown with New Wilmington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allentown A. A
Pittsburg
Clark
Allentown Five
Wilmington
Hay stacks burned at Cunningham farm in Wayne township
Fire destroyed two hay stacks on McCandless’s Cunningham farm in Wayne township Monday night. The cause is unknown though suspected arson. The blaze was visible from the area and once raised fears of a building fire, which proved unfounded. Loss is substantial.
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McCandless
Cunningham
Wayne Township
Concert at Methodist Church Promises Elite Program
A Friday evening concert at the Methodist church is billed as one of the best in years. The program is described as high class and carefully arranged for the occasion.
Mrs Walter V. L Lockhard and Blanche P Lockhard travel to Beaver
Mrs Walter V L Lockhard and Blanche Parsons Lockhard left for Beaver on Tuesday evening. Blanche took part in a musicale held at the college there.
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Walter V. l Lockhard
Blanche Parsons Lockhard
Beaver
Ellwood Pivot for Bid Trolley System
Ellwood City residents back a proposed trolley line that would connect Beaver Falls, Ellwood City, and Greensburg area suburbs. Plans include building a Beaver River bridge and securing rights for a $350000 route linking nearby communities and Pittsburgh lines.
Thomas Newton to Travel to Arkansas for Sightseeing
Thomas Newton of the Newton wholesale firm will depart soon for Arkansas for a short sightseeing trip. He has arranged his travel tickets through Lake Erie.
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Thomas Newton
Newton
Arkansas
Lake Erie
Brown Hamilton Book Fund Attracts Fees And Resistance
Brown Hamilton were charged 16 dollars for the book and a writeup. Many paid but some refused and plan to contest the distribution as agents issue the publication. A new high school teacher will be hired after January 1 to handle crowded conditions and workload, with schools described as never better.
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Board of
Forge and Swastika Bowls Clash Ends in Forge Wins
The News sport page reports Wilkinson and Cable alleys last night featured Forge against Swastika and New Castle against Picked five. Forge won three games from Swastika while New Castle triumphed in three games over Picked.
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Wilkinson & Cable
New Castle
Picked
Forge
Ellwood Visitors Strike Across Several Towns
Co. E. Whistler visits Pittsburg. B. F. Ross in Beaver Falls. J. L. McLean from Detroit visits Ellwood along with H. D. Young from New Castle. L. Graham of Beaver Falls, J. A. McMillin of New Castle, and J. F. Pitts of Mount Jackson in Ellwood. Mrs. A. B. Metz and Miss Mayme of Lancaster visit Emily Brenner. Wes Rice of New Castle on Ellwood business. he furnishes brick for new houses.
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B. F. Ross
Beaver Falls
J. L. McLean
Detroit
Ellwood
H. D. Young
New Castle
A. B. Metz
Mayme of
Lancaster
Emily Brenner
Wes Rice
Mr. Rice
Jessie Biddle
Lowellville
J. C. McCreary
Youngstown
Dave Dickson
Rev. Ollphant
E. E. Douglass
Clyde Stump
David
Jesse Richards
Allegheny
Moore Couple Welcome Little Son at Franklin Avenue
Mr and Mrs William Moore of Franklin Avenue announce the birth of a son at their home a few evenings ago. The news notes the new arrival and the grateful parents share their happiness.
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William Moore
Franklin Avenue
Ellwood residents doubt local law history book purchase
Ellwood residents allege they were misled in buying a purported history of Lawrence County. They say the volume contains little verifiable history and complain about the seller’s assurances and value.
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Ellwood
Lawrence County
Walter and Walker Marriage License Fraud Sealed Secret
Cincinnati report says author Eugene Walter and actress Charlotte Walker were issued a marriage license last Tuesday. The couple, known for Paid in Full The Wolf and The Warrens of Virginia, respectively, were said to wed this afternoon but are missing from hotels and keeping the license secret.
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Cincinnati
Eugene Walter
the Wolf
Charlotte Walker
Warrens
Virginia
Walter
Local social notes reflect Sunday visits across Lowellville and New Castle
The column lists numerous residents and visitors from Lowellville New Castle and nearby towns visiting friends and family on Sundays. It mentions church events a play at the M E church and notes on local travel to attend family occasions. Also reports oil field activity near Cerbon with wells drilled to 290 feet and expected gas production and pumping preparations.
Temperance Drive Targets Mercer Liquor Licenses This Winter
A temperance campaign in Mercer Pennsylvania plans a winter push to revoke liquor licenses after Mercer hotels were granted sales rights last spring and one license was revoked. Ministers urged congregations to join the fight and the effort is to spread to other towns in the county.
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Mercer
Thompson Couple Settle In On Grimes Street
Mr and Mrs Orin Thompson have moved to housekeeping on Grimes street and will be at home to friends in a few days.
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Orin Thompson
Grimes Street
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OWL
Clutton
Penny
A. E. Foulk
al Sharon
Foulk
Santumoan
Pennsylvania Train Dispatchers
Neshambdck Creek
J. B. Hayes
R. K. Brown
T. 8. Allen
Mac” Gilliland
Bva"’ Evans
B. A. Stone
Sparrow
French
Pa” Allen
Employe
Mallroad
Railroad New Clerk
H. F. Kinney
Austinburg
Bob McClain
Brakeman
Cooley
Hayes
John Morton
J. B. Armstrong
Baltimore & Ohio Railroad
Engineer McCay
Flagman Bills
Baltimore & Ohio
Cleveland
Treas
Ellwood City News
Roy Francis
Charles Sharkey
Shelby, Q
Burgess Kirk
Sharkey
OS City
Dave Ball
Attended Musicale
Waverly Oil Works CO
Independent Refiners
Waverly Spects
Waverly
China
Brown
Hamilton
Ellwood Personals
Co. E. Whistler
L. Graham
J. A. McMillin
Mr. Cox
Waynesburg
Catherine
Mary Evans
Zelienople
John F. Pitts
Mount Jackson
Walter and
Walker
Edenburg
Maggie Simon
L. L. Toy
Hugh Clements
Pearl
Eva Beight
S. L. Anangst
Stoneboro
Cien Weekley
Sharon
Union Station
M. E. Church
Albert Thomas
Ford. Kincaid
Joe Shaffer
Austa Simon
M. E
T. C. Limberg
Mary
Homer Fenton
C. R. Bennett
D. F. Bennett
New Middletown
Grace Smith
Florence ‘Taylor
IF. R. Hess
Lews Needler
D. P. Needler
James Parks
Lewis
Lewis Parks
Cerbon
Kincaid
Butter Oil and Gas Company
Dr. R.V
Pres
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