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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1925
Page
1
Senator Cole Blease of South Carolina launches a campaign to enforce prohibition at U S embassies, sparking a congressional dispute over liquor regulation abroad. The move signals broader federal action during a heated national debate on the dry law.
The speaker asks not for boxed socks shirts cigars or ties but for a simple Christmas card bearing a name and a festive scene. He argues material gifts spoil the spirit and that a thoughtful card captures the holiday’s true meaning, urging friends to save money and share a small, heartfelt note despite the chilly weather of thirty three.
The United States added 95,253,271 dollars to its treasury as foreign nations paid principal and interest on outstanding debts. Britain led with 92,310,000, Belgium 870,000, Czecho-Slovakia 1,500,000, Finland 180,650, Hungary 39,611, Lithuania 35,678, and Poland 500,000. Britain settled obligations with Treasury certificates and Liberty bonds. others paid cash.
Governor Gifford Pinchot met with mayors and burgesses from across the anthracite region to seek views on settlement of the anthracite controversy between miners and operators. He opened by stating his purpose to listen and learn from the officials and the consuming public rather than to dictate terms. The afternoon meeting aimed to gather informed opinions on high-stakes questions affecting the industry.
Gen L C G Andrews issues a strict injunction curbing extravagant government spending in prohibition case investigations. He criticizes agents who used costly banquets to entrap workers at a Washington hotel, vows to abolish such methods, and directs focus on big source suppliers to drive out smaller violators. Continued on page two.
New York detectives seek "Jimmy" a bootlegger behind the shooting of Ratting Siki in Trell's Kitchen district. The former champion died from a behind the shoulder shot as he left a black and tan cabaret. Siki's widow, an octagon from Memphis, said he left eight cents and no insurance.
Pittsburgh December 16 Federal Prohibition Administrator Fre C Baird announced new rules for breweries making near beer. Barrels are forbidden and cereal beverages must be bottled to curb backroom tampering. Bonds for renewing cereal beverage permits rise from 14400 to 25000, ensuring compliance and revocation risks. Thirty eight breweries licensed in the Pittsburgh district were cited as under review.
Paris December cabinet approves Premier Briand’s choice Senator Paul Dowmer as finance minister to replace Loucheur. If Dowmer accepts he becomes sixth finance minister in nine months. he has previously held the post in 1914 and 1921. Left opposition may block his cabinet formation despite Senate backing.
Congrable Robert McClenahan of New Bedford relayed to police that J. 5. Smith of Warren reported an abandoned Oakland coupe with Pennsylvania plates and engine 456-076 serial J-284 in his possession. Noting possible mix up with Sarah Weaver of Willow Grove, the report clarifies she was not the arrestee in a larceny case.
In Hazleton Pa on December 16 Mrs Hart says the Hart family will not fear winter as male members provide meat. Robert Hart killed a deer Clyde Hart shot a bear and the house has bears to add to meat supplies for the season.
Mrs. EB Blanche Nepham 41 temporarily deranged strangled her son William P Nepham 14 in their apartment and then hanged herself to a bedpost. Relatives alerted by barking dog found the bodies. A note pinned to the boy’s pajamas addressed to Mrs Palmer details remorse and reverence for Ida. The story continues on another page.
Petition for a pardon for John Doe alias William Fisher was presented to the state board of pardons in Harrisburg. Fisher was convicted in Lawrence county in 1921 for breaking and entering, larceny and receiving goods, and sentenced to pay a fine and prison term. The defense cited dementia praecox and good conduct in prison. the board deferred action.
Lawrence Massachusetts police raided the West End Social and Dramatic Athletic club after the death of boxer Jack Tilley. They seized a large quantity of liquor and gambling paraphernalia in what authorities termed one of the district’s biggest seizures since prohibition. Caretaker James Sill was treated, and two club members suspected in a scuffle with Tilley were sought.
Washington reports Alexander Moore of Pittsburgh resigns as American ambassador to Spain. The resignation has been with President Coolidge since last spring and was announced today.
A death record notes William Te of Brooklyn Avenue and Blanch Carolus, 56, at 9 War Lon street.
Washington Dec 1 The senate moves into a lengthy battle over joining the world court with Senator Swanson of Virginia leading the administration thrust and Senator Borah of Idaho headlining the opposition. The clash is expected to last weeks as court advocates weigh cloture while pressure from peace groups church bodies and league supporters mounts.
Toledo police announce they may have identified the west end slugger after arresting Joseph Luczka 28. Miss Louise E. Washburn Toledo university coed 19 identified him as the Friday attacker near the university campus. Luczka was arrested on a family complaint of mental unbalance and held pending lunacy warrant and transfer to Toledo state hospital.
The Girl Reserves of North Street and Ben Franklin Junior Highs will supervise the Christmas donation drive for Associated Charities in their schools on Friday. It is the first time the Girl Reserves oversee the collection in the Junior Highs.
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