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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1900
Page
5
The oleomargarine bill triggers strong comment across localities with arguments about butter versus its imitations. The Groat bill aims to prevent fraud by distinguishing oleo from butter, protecting consumers and farmers from deceitful sales while allowing colored oleomargarine with a low tax.
The article defends the courts from manipulation by blackmailers and argues that the legal process must tolerate aggressive cross examination to uncover truth. It cautions that even respected figures may be targets and that public democracy relies on full, sometimes uncomfortable, inquiry rather than shielding defendants from tough questions.
The jury awarded Mowbray five thousand dollars in the case against valet Gould. Gould contends the cross examination was too broad and alleges blackmail. The trial revealed Mowbray lost an eye while enforcing Goulds orders and Gould later discharged workers for drunkenness and negligence.
The article lauds Christian DeWet as the last and best Boer general, crediting him with uniting and countering a larger British army. It contrasts DeWet's mountain fighting with Cronje, Joubert, and Kruger, noting his tactics and endurance against Lord Kitchener. The piece also compares Boer methods to Weyler era scorch-and-burn tactics and questions formal military schooling.
Residents near Moravia pursue free mail delivery as Shenango township Volant and soon New Bedford New Wilmington gain routes. The government backs the system after trials and aims to widen daily newspaper circulation and farmer information while noting road improvements influence route placement.
An advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a blood purifier that prevents biliousness indigestion constipation kidney issues rheumatism and skin eruptions. It cites W P Keeton of Woodstock Alabama who says he improved after one and then a second bottle and felt like another man.
A warning about a deadly kidney disease and a promotion for Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root claiming it cures kidney and bladder troubles. The ad urges readers to obtain a sample bottle and a book from Dr Kilmer & Co of Binghamton New York through the newspaper.
The article notes that travelers face mud in certain months and that petitions to the post office department now come with offers or pledges from road supervisors to upgrade and rapidly prepare the roads as the new system is adopted.
White House signals a restrained Congress with no radical policy shifts. President, amid post election congratulations, urges conservatism and caution to preserve the Republican support and avoid disappointing expectations. Transition to McKinley’s second term expected to mirror the first with steady governance.
The piece discusses a looming Supreme Court ruling on whether the constitution extends to new territories, specifically Porto Rico, touching on tensions between the president, Congress, and differing views among Republican and Democratic justices about expansion and retention of the Philippines. Lower court decisions show no uniform stance.
The article describes Frank Ludwig Rickenberg, jailed on burglary charges in Oakland, who was taken to a hospital where doctors removed a bone from his head claimed to transform him into an honest citizen and credit to the community. The piece notes local reaction but remains skeptical about the outcome.
Advertorial style notice extols Hood’s Sarsaparina as a cure all and urges readers to accept a substitute but insists on obtaining Hood’s today. Ends with strong endorsement and call to action for purchase.
The piece argues against the idea that criminal propensity is determined by physical organs and heredity. It warns such theory would lead to universal bodily loss and a harsher society, hoping the Rickenberg trial will overturn the notion.
The piece notes devoted followers hinting Bryan may run again before 1904 while opponents mock the idea. It declares William Jennings Bryan is dead to political life, with the line that he is beyond resurrection and finished for conventions. The tone is caustic about the wake like speculation.
威斯康星州拟在下一届州议会提出法案 要求婚姻申请人提交婚前资格并通过审查委员会 审查内容包括双方法定自由、无传染病和 hereditary 缺陷 等 以及非退化状态 proponents 称严格执行可避免遗传疾病与痛苦婚配 但也引发对自由与隐私的争议
The census shows Sharon with 8916 residents in 1900 versus 7459 in 1890, a modest rise that fuels local contention. Sharon papers allege many residents live outside borough limits in Wheatland, Sharpsville, Greenville and West Middlesex, while New Castle eclipses Sharon with over 28,000 people in Mercer County.
In the ten year period New Castle shows a notable population rise of about 11 600 while Shar area grows by roughly 1 409 indicating ongoing urban expansion and demographic change in the region.
The United States treasury reports a total of 474 108 166 in coin and bullion, the largest ever held at one time, surpassing the 1899 close by 76 million. Combined with bank and private holdings, U S gold supply tops about a billion dollars, doubling since 1895 and provoking opposition from free silver advocates.
The text notes Cuban constitutional discussions in their convention and recalls 1787 Philadelphia debates. It mentions Bryans and Altgelds entering the gathering and warning of dire outcomes if their views were rejected, while suggesting Cubans may still obtain a worthwhile constitution.
The demon of discontent haunts Cuba as factions fail to agree on a fixed policy and resist external control. The piece argues Cubans cannot govern themselves and may need revolutions to gain perspective others hold.
The note hints a new century arriving after December 31 but avoids settling a dispute. It avoids asserting a precise date while signaling ongoing controversy over the century transition.
The entire engineering corps at Sharon Steel in South Sharon has been secured by the Pennsylvania Railroad and will move to Volant to survey a short branch to the Sharon Coal and Limestone field. Work on the branch will be pushed rapidly to complete the line soon, per the Sharon Telegraph.
Andrew J Kirkwood was arrested Monday on assault and battery and surety of the peace charges brought by his mother and by his sister. He will receive a hearing before Alderman Potter on Wednesday afternoon.
John Onstott, 63, longtime Pulaski Township resident, died Monday morning at about seven after a long illness. Dropsy listed as cause by his physician. He leaves a widow and one daughter. Funeral Wednesday at 11 a.m. with interment at New Bedford.
Josiah M. Black administrator of Newton Black’s estate sues National Masonic Accident Assn Des Moines Iowa North American Accident Insurance Chicago and Travelers Insurance Hartford Conn to recover 5000 from each on policies held at his death last May. He died suddenly believed to be heart trouble but the suit contends death was an accident.
A harsh tirade labels a man as a "human reptile" and attacks self declared puppy lovers who disparage female virtue. The speaker condemns weak minds and rotten hearts shown by slandering women's purity and family.
Postmasters recalling complaints of past Christmas mail delays issue a circular urging people to deposit mail early and register valuable items to ensure safe delivery. Bundling large letter mail will aid carrier collection as many items posted the day before Christmas may miss timely delivery.
Sheriff Matthews has seized the personal property of Daniel B. Hieber of North Beaver township. It will be sold on Monday December 24 between 10 and 11 a m.
Gill Wilde faced non-support charges by his wife. Alderman Potter conducted a hearing Monday and bound Wilde over for court.
James Yoho of Sheep Hill fell at a stone quarry on Tuesday and suffered deep cuts to the head and face. Dr. Mc Dowell attended him with surgical care.
Augustus Hedberg walked in stocking feet and stepped on a needle that penetrated and broke off in his foot. Dr. E. E. P. Worris removed it. Dominick Taratanto drove a wedge into rock, it rebounded and cut a long gash in his shin bone. Dr. Norris treated him.
The Italians who bought the Primitive Methodist church will hold dedicatory services on Christmas Day. Carpenters are remodeling the main auditorium for a substantial improvement. Services will continue in the Sunday school room until December 23 when the building will be handed to the new owners.
The News office requests immediate shipment of coal for subscribers. Officials emphasize prioritizing pending accounts and ensuring timely delivery to meet subscriber expectations.
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