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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1900
Page
6
Mrs John T Smith of Slocan British Columbia writes that the remedy cured a draining illness, sustained her through pregnancy, and produced a strong healthy baby girl, the happiest of her three children.
Coroner Porter investigated the death of Mrs Morvan I Layton found on the Pennsylvania tracks at Neshannock Falls. A stroke is suspected after witnesses saw her walking the track an hour before a passenger train and the body found after the train passed, near a curve where visibility was limited. The victim had complained of facial twitching and reading difficulties earlier that day.
Allow a cough to run until it is beyond the reach of medicine. Kemp's Balsam is sold with a positive guarantee to cure and shows effect after the first dose. Price 25c and 50c. Trial size free. At all druggists.
Digestive aid promises to ease fatigue of stomach by allowing full meals while restoring digestive organs. Advertises that it digests all kinds of food and is available at Central Drug Store on Long Avenue through Fred C. Hyde Mahoningtown.
An elderly Civil War veteran named Bird, from Dauphin County Pennsylvania, recounts being buried alive after being wounded on the left side of the head at Fredericksburg. He describes the moment soldiers began to bury him, a strike of a stone, the ensuing blood loss, days of unconsciousness, and the horror of the experience before his rescue and recovery. He served in a Pennsylvania regiment, receives a twelve dollar monthly pension, and has a sister living near the Butler road.
The piece states no man can reliably cure chronic rheumatism and suggests trying various methods. It warns against quack medicines and endorses Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil as a harmless option that may crowd rheumatism out by vital force. An offer to send a sample is extended by Scott & Bowne of New York.
Nile Powell, a prominent White's addition resident, staged a strange holiday observance that escalated from drinking to a drawn straw duel proposal with his wife. Police escorted Powell to city hall after a late-night disturbance. he claimed no pursuit of his family, while the mayor warned of the workhouse. Powell received a fine amid the controversy.
Prothonary Ralph M. Campbell has prepared the argument list for the impending June term of common pleas. Cases include Allen v City of New Castle, Newton v Pittsburgh Lake Erie Railway, and Gardner v Pittsburgh & Western Hallway, among many others. Multiple diameters of non-suit and open judgment actions recur, with attorneys named for both sides and notes on certiorari, decrees, and exceptions.
Real estate deeds filed at the courthouse show transfers including Morehead to Eck in Fifth ward for 1400, Hartsuff to McCracken in Third ward for 1100, Keeser to Coch in First ward for 1428.56, Moore to Douglas in Neshannock for 215, Smith heirs to Jones in Seventh ward for 650, Witherspoon Co to Pitts in Wampum for 250, Stewart to Pitts in Wampum for 75, Hill to Flikiott in Second ward for 4500, Dana et al to Fur tz in Chewton for 90, W Phillips to New Castle city in Shenango for 100, Brown to Gaston in Fifth ward for 400, Hay to Thayer in Neshannock for 962, Saylor to Mary Saylor in Fifth ward for 1000, Jones to Saylor in Fifth ward for 1600, Hennon to Fall in Taylor township for 2590, Coryea to Wareham in Wilmington for 1600.
Meadville Star reports county commissioners debate prison board pay with Mercer Warren and Crawford differences. Mercer pays $2.80 weekly with no jailer. Warren $2.25 weekly and $900 yearly jailer. Crawford $2.50 weekly plus $36 yearly for a turkey. Mercer also reimburses $4 daily for transporting prisoners, $2 for helpers, no mileage. Sheriff Wilcox earned $24 for two days transport plus $44.10 in expenses.
Last Saturday an 11 year old son of E A Barr and a neighboring boy of similar age ran away from their home near Emsworth station on the Ft Wayne road. Sunday tracks led as far as Beaver where the trail disappeared. The Barr boy said he planned to reach New Castle, possibly due to the family once living near Cascade Park. Four men hunt for the pair as anxious parents sue for their safe return.
Joseph Shepard about 13 ran from a Catholic institute in Pittsburg and was found loitering near the Rosena furnace by Chief Alice McFete. He is the son of a Neshenock township man employed at a local glass factory. After his capture the boy cried openly and faced possible reform school return, but his father chose another chance.
New Wilmington's light project nears completion with wiring of cases underway and about fifty homes already wired. Nearly 100 persons are expected to use the system in a few months once the dynamo and engine arrive and are installed, though delays occurred due to late equipment.
The first nail machine at the new nail mill at South Sharon produced a large number of perfect wire nails during Thursday afternoon testing. The machine operates two nails per stroke, doubling output compared to the old style. Officials praised the result and plan to bring remaining machines online promptly.
In a Butler Citizen court proceeding New Castle grocery company successors to Hardings and Howe Co. appeals from judgment by C. E. Anderson J. P. in a suit for a claim of 32.38 against H B and Mrs Maggie McKinney.
Jello O offers a new dessert with four flavors Lemon Orange Raspberry and Strawberry at your grocers. Priced at 10 cents a package, try it today.
A simple Thanksgiving wedding took place at 1 o clock in the East Falls street home of Mr. and Mrs G W Veach. Miss Laura Veach married Fred M Jameson in a parlor ceremony officiated by Dr H S Jordan with only immediate relatives present. Attendants were flower girls Helen Jameson and Sara Murdoch. A breakfast followed as guests from out of town included Mr and Mrs George Murdoch Mr and Mrs George J Veach Mrs Elmer Tribby Miss Helen Brown Miss Ella Boyce and William Burnett.
A claim that a new treatment relieves distress in six hours for kidney and bladder disorders. The ad states prompt relief of pelvic pain, backache, and urinary retention in both genders. Sold by Geo W. Clutton, druggist, New Castle, Pa.
An urgent ad urges immediate help for coughing and breathing trouble. It claims One Minute Cough Cure quickly cures coughs colds and severe throat and lung issues such as croup bronchitis grippe and related ailments. The ad lists Central Drug Store on Long avenue in Fred Hyde Mahoningtown as the seller.
The text praises Syrup of Figs as a gentle laxative for children, noting better results than other remedies and claiming the California Fig Syrup Co offers the true product. It emphasizes that children enjoy it and benefit from its effects.
William McGinley of Lawrence Street employed at the Pennsylvania Engineering works had the index finger of his left hand badly crushed by a falling piece of metal Tuesday evening. Dr. Ed S. Cooper attended him.
Ad claims a one day cure for colds with Laxative Bromo Quinine tablets. Refund offered if it fails to cure, BE. W. Grove signs each box, priced at 5c.
An old letter extols the Quakers as honest and hospitable and touts Peruna as a systemic cure for catarrh. The ad claims Peruna cleanses mucous membranes, restores health, and quotes Anna P. Nichols praising its effects after months of illness and poor sleep. Free Dr Hartman book offer noted.
New Castle Pottery Company with 150000 capital plans a new supergrade tableware line in the city. The project enlarges the New Castle Shovel works into a full pottery operation within six months, with about 200 workers and 100 skilled potters. Three brick buildings will be erected to house kilns and production, with clay imported from England or Nova Scotia and coal-fired kilns. Directors are expected to mirror those of the Shovel company, as the venture diversifies the local economy.
The Polk wreck on the joint Lake Shore and Pennsylvania line prompts an investigation to decide which company must pay. If Pennsylvania line workers are at fault, Lake Shore’s damaged equipment must be repaired by them, and if Lake Shore workers are at fault, the Pennsylvania line must cover damages. The costly error destroyed at least $50,000 worth of property and two lives were lost.
Constable John Haus served notice in Allegheny that Big Beaver township overseers have two paupers belonging to Allegheny. A hearing will be held at Alderman Haus office to decide who shall take care of the indigents.
Jonas Fry a noted steel worker has purchased the Mrs Margaret Skidmore property on Pearl Street and plans to move to the residence soon.
Frank Gazer and Christina Barsonka wed Wednesday morning in Oakland the same night a brutal assault broke up the reception. Gazer lay unconscious for hours before revival. He cannot recall the wedding or his bride and relies on her as a stranger. Doctors fear permanent memory loss.
A post office official visits New Wilmington this week about establishing a free rural delivery route linking Fay Wilmington Junction and other parts of Wilmington Township. The proposal, favored locally, could lead to abandoning the Fay post office if approved. Free delivery spreads in Lawrence County with routes now in Shenango Township Volant and Washington Township, Pulaski ahead. Two township votes likely, one per precinct. A route requires at least one hundred families served.
Advice on maintaining health through daily bowel movements and avoiding biliousness and headaches. Recommends Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for regularity and gentle effect. Sold by J. C. Hutton.
Letters of administration granted to J. R. Subrrard in the estate of George W. Jones of Shy nango township Lawrence county Pa. Creditors may settle debts immediately and claimants should present their claims for payment without delay. New Castle Pa.
Letters testamentary for Thomas G Fisher of Hickory township Lawrence County Pa issued to undersigned. All indebted persons must settle at once and those with claims should present them for adjustment without delay. Alvin E Risni of Rast Bre Malcolm McConnell, managers, New Castle, Pa.
An application will be made to the Governor of Pennsylvania on Thursday December 27 to obtain a charter for New Castle Company. D Wallace, Frank Davis, Jameson, Jos. alpha Breckenstein and Edward Davis seek incorporation under the Act for the Incorporation of Lit t le corporations. The firm intends to produce and sell pottery and to enjoy all benefits and privileges of the sale of Assembly and supplements.
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