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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1925
Page
31
Police report a shift in causes of drunkenness as Jamaica Ginger appears again among suspects. Authorities note canned heat alcorab and hair tonics as prior sources, with last night’s arrestee admitting Jamaica Ginger as his intoxication drink, suggesting a possible revival.
The Woman's Missionary Union and all city missionary societies met at the YWCA to plan the annual Day of Prayer to be held February 19. Mrs. Kyle presided as president. In Harrisburg Gov Pinchot announced Charles M Culver as Bradford County judge succeeding the late William Maxwell.
West Side School pupils will stage two playlets Dream Dolls and The Search for Mother Goose on Thursday at eight in the Ben Franklin Junior High Auditorium. North Street Junior High Orchestra will accompany with carols and scenes from the toy shop and Mother Goose home featuring a large cast from grades two through six.
Government appeal urges residents to mail early to ensure postal service meets holiday demand. Campaign stresses mail timing and workload on carriers with emphasis on efficient delivery and seasonal deadlines.
Sylvester Dell, a young Italian man, surrendered to Nick Faella and was brought to the police. He is charged with felonious assault and battery with a revolver and attempt to kill in a pool hall shooting that wounded William Gaydon. Gaydon remains in serious condition at New Castle hospital though improving. Bail set at 1000 dollars pending hearing Tuesday. Additional notes list local names and committee assignments amid the incident.
President James K. Love of the New Castle school board announced committee appointments during a special December 15 session. Instruction and Administration chair Mrs. John G. Northdurft leads the list, with other members named for key areas.
Philadelphia report notes Assistant Secretary of War Hanford MacNider urges prewar industrial mobilization, praising it as a safety measure if the U S enters another war. He warns nations cannot wait to plan for emergencies despite resources and labor. Local item references a promotional verse request at Gardner box 131 route 7 New Castle.
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