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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1902
Page
3
The report outlines wartime diplomacy and naval moves relating to Venezuela as local and international authorities discuss blockades and potential hostilities. Officials reference the Panamanian and Venetian vessels involved, with U S authorities weighing legal actions and strategic responses amid calls for arbitration and neutrality.
A fragmentary report notes survivors and fatalities from a major quake. It cites thousands feared affected, with infrastructure collapsed and stern relief efforts under way. Excavation at a ruined building is supervised by a guard, as authorities assess the scale of loss and damage.
A terse market note reports heavy diamond sales and rising prizes in a BleeeL area exchange. The fragment mentions East Washing and a vague reference to a New law or rule affecting trade. No clear dates or organization names are readable.
Readable fragments indicate a clearance sale of millinery at Roberle and Bilabey streets with mentions of fresh meats and low prices. The text also references a meat market on Mutaburg street and various political arbitration notes about President Toontvelt and Venezuelan affairs, but details are unclear due to garbled OCR.
A devastating blaze in Cincinnati injures many and destroys property including the Grand Opera House and a factory. Victims, among them women and children, suffer severe burns. neighbors assist as police and fire crews battle the flames. Reports note fatalities and widespread damage across multiple sites with extensive casualties.
A damaged early report describes a Red Liner Caracas breaking through a blockade near Guayra and New York. It notes Lt Commander Licht directing shifts in the patrol and a dispatch sent to the department as the vessel neared the port, with speculation on subsequent movements.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a steel mill resuming work Sunday night after a disruption. Reading shows garbled phrases about the plant’s activity and an unclear incident, with no clear names, places, dates, or concrete outcomes.
Fragmented OCR text shows mention of a Mather Bale jewelers item or notice with likely sale or event details missing. No clear date or action available.
Fragmented notice lists Christmas ribbons and neckwear from McCandipss and T. A. Matterson with stray references to poultry and weather. It mentions snow in western Pennsylvania and varying conditions northern and southern portions, plus yard price notes and a street address in Whiteburg.
A chaotic report describes a dog attack on a person at GT, with scattered details about the victim, surrounding events, and a later claim of protective measures. It notes fear and precautionary actions, mentioning the victim and responders though the text is fragmented.
A fragmented 19th century style catalog describes a piano store scene at a street in a city, highlighting instruments by Emerson and other makers. It notes accessible prices from $200 and up, with attention to the showroom, the selection, and the promise of quality for home music making. The piece emphasizes the value of musical life at home and the care in choosing instruments.
One third off trimmed millinery items for Christmas shopping at McClaren’s and Mr Kea’s Original Cut-Rate Medicine Store. Also featuring gifts at T. A. Patter-One and 8) North Mill Street in the holiday window displays for 1910 era shoppers.
A sudden mayoral appointment is reported with unclear details. The text references a new chosen official, the city council, and comments on the process and possible contenders, implying tension over the selection and the represented union interests.
A garbled report notes union label papers favored by boilermakers with mention of the Pittahieg Leader and Valley newspapers. It references Monday evening activity, distribution of copies, and unknown dates, while the exact events and organizations remain unclear.
The advertisement lists coats for children and a variety of accessories including shirts, card cases, and leather items. It mentions sales by Chas McCandless at 14 Pittsburg Street and Hearie Bros at Milsbare Street, with references to local shops in the city.
The council elected a temporary six week member to fill a vacancy after a controversial land deal valued around 510,000 stirred local politics. Mayor Jackson praised the council for choosing a successor while defending that party politics did not influence the action. Several members were absent or recused, and the election proceeded with mixed votes and debates over timing.
An arrest was made in Youngstown after a street disturbance on Nevth Phelps Street led officers to detain Charles Mecinii and others. The incident involved theft, arrests, and subsequent court actions, with authorities pursuing further charges as the investigation progressed.
The text reports a death by self harm and describes burial arrangements and officials notified. It mentions a village area, local undertakers, a grave dressing, and a process for future inquiries. Authorities including the superintendent and officers are referenced, with notes on delayed details and a plan to use a photograph for identification if needed.
A garbled notice states Williams Meat Market will give away roasts. It mentions a distribution tied to a local ward and Christ event, with unclear dates and instructions.
An ad noting a wide range of Christmas candies and confections offered by Botls & Co at 10 per item or pound. The store advertises fresh supplies, descriptions include frosted candies and jelly treats, with distribution to Pennsylvania Ohio and New York customers via their Washington Street location.
Vague fragment notes contest votes with names and places unclear. No discernible event details, dates, or organizations readable.
Christmas items including hats and assorted market goods are advertised with reduced prices. The notice lists Fulton Street Market and specific stores offering Blue Points oysters and Christmas dinner items. Public interest centers on wholesale and retail promotions for the holiday season.
Consignment sale offering ladies garments from New York designers. Items include an Electra Seal blouse priced at 35 dollars a Seals, a 15 dollar accessory, a jeweled electric seal house and a satin jacket priced at 78 dollars. Store name STIUTMATER STORE.
A battered notice promotes a large clearance at BUWERS MILL ST ANNEX featuring furniture coats and jackets with many items marked down. Attend this big sale with coats offered at low prices.
An old style advertisement page lists items for sale at 133 East Waynington Street including hair care cures. It mentions a product that stops hair loss and promises a money back guarantee. Additional entries reference various remedies and tastefully promotional lines typical of the era.
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