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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1908
Page
5
A sensational ad promises a scientific fattening treatment called arene that supposedly boosts nutrition and muscle, appealing to thin individuals regardless of cause. The Protone Company in Detroit offers a free 50 cent package and a free booklet after sending name and address.
From New York a dispatch notes boxing legends including Fitzsimmons Nelson Langford Gans and Sharkey predicting Johnson will beat Burns in Sydney N S W on December 26. They cite Johnson's reach height and science while Burns has admirers but fewer bets on the outcome.
Mr Robingson told the property committee of councils that city insurance on the pest house was $860 though the building sold for $400. He said the city misrepresented the building as a city hospital when it was merely a pest house. The committee took no action as the policy remains in force but could be canceled and replaced with policies accurately reflecting the facts.
The city paid 30 dollars for C. Ht Akens to view Dean Wilker’s coat tied to Ruths confession. The expense was approved by the police committee in joint session as part of the John Blevins murder investigation. Investigators will press on to verify Ruths story.
Frank Ritch an Italian mason was seriously injured at the Mahoning Limestone quarry near Lowellville when a dynamite stick exploded while he tamped a charge. The tamping stick pierced his right wrist as 75 workers nearby escaped injury.
Mrs Samuel Black of Beckford street is very seriously ill at her home with recovery despaired of. Her many friends will be grieved to learn of her critical condition.
Christmas Suggestions in Cut Glass featuring punch sets water sets wine sets ice cream sets bowls vases sherbets celery trays best grade goods at lowest prices. Davis Cooke and Co located at 206 207 Greer Building offer a wide range of crystal and glassware for holiday gifts and entertaining.
The pupils listed by name achieved perfect attendance during December at Merry Vale school. Names include George Beatty Thomas McKee Laura Buchanan Alice Babel Kenneth Young Clarence Duncan Katy Babel John Haggerty Edward Wirks George Babel Arthur Duncan Myron Brittain Burwell Shipp Leon Brittain and Charles Babel. Jennie M Forsythe teacher supervised the rolls.
Ellwood's poor and unfortunate are remembered at Christmas with city school children delivering food and goods. Food piles were gathered in classrooms and distributed by authorities. Ellwood plants close for the holiday, workers receive two weeks pay and many travel home for Christmas.
Chief Redley of Ellwood suspects a known thief robbed William Bartles' Hazel Dell residence last week during the absence of the housekeeper Mrs Rue. Over $10 was taken from Bartles' trousers found in the wrecked rooms. Miss Hazel Bartle heard noises on return from school but could not enter.
Invitations issued for Ellwood City social event to be held at Hotel Law Thursday evening December L. The banquet aims to be the season’s leading affair with extensive arrangements and influential organizers. Committee members include Sir Frank H. Douthitt, Sir Joe E. Poister, John F. Hains, and reception leaders Sir Richard T. Brown, Judson C. Turner, Sir Charles D. Coban, Sir William A. Shannon, Henry G. Walker.
At Fike's barber shop on Lawrence avenue last night the Ellwood City Duckpin League approved the coming season schedule to open next week. League officials anticipate a prosperous season with intense competition as teams predict championship wins and feature many good players.
The town experiences a bustling shopping day as manufacturing plants pay wages and many shoppers rush to buy Christmas presents at the last minute, boosting store traffic and expected late-day rush.
A public weighing device in a streetcar depot was opened to reveal 1 176 pennies inside. The count indicates that about 1 176 people used the machine since its installation two months ago. The operator plans to place one such machine at every Nine station.
Banks will keep branches open tonight due to Friday Christmas holiday closures to allow merchants to deposit today’s receipts.
Ike Newton has shown improvement from serious illness and his chances of recovery are brighter, bringing relief to his friends and family.
A Newsman visits the Bell telephone exchange in Ellwood where New Castle girls now work claiming they are not strike breakers. The workers defend the situation saying they were sent to help after former office girls quit while local critics blame management for the change.
Patrick Shields 86 died Tuesday after living in Ellwood City since 1980. He came from County Galloway Ireland in 1816 and was survived by five daughters Mrs J J Meneice Mrs William Brenan Mrs Edward Reilley Mrs Matthew Reilley and Mrs Simpson, one son Michael Shields, 38 grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Services were at the Catholic church he attended at 9 this morning, with interment at St Josephs cemetery New Brighton.
D. J. Cunningham a well known Ellwood City resident is seriously considering running for sheriff. A lifelong Republican he has served as borough constable and tax collector, and is expected to announce a campaign with local support.
Daniel Brown resumes duties with Glenn Manufacturing in this city where he erects fire escapes. He has spent some time in the south working on fire escape installations for the company.
Mrs 8S Y Douds was in Pittsburg yesterday. Frank Dowthitt was in Painesville yesterday on business. Miss Grace Covert will spend Christmas with friends in Pittsburg. Miss Catherine Goldstein is going to Youngstown to spend Christmas. Mr and Mrs W O Miller will spend Christmas with friends at New Lebanon. Herman Buck will leave for Greenville to spend Christmas. Geo Dambach and family expect to spend Christmas with Mr Dambach's parents at Zelienople. H E Hartman has returned from Grafton W Va where he has been engaged in legal work. Miss Willia Johns will leave tonight for Cleveland to spend Christmas with friends. Mr and Mrs E Whistler expect to entertain Mr Whistler's father Captain Whistler of Mercer at Christmas. Miss Clara Crinkey left today for Martin's Ferry to spend Christmas with her parents and relatives. J W Sheehy of Thomas Boyd will leave this evening for West Virginia to spend Christmas with his mother.
The Christmas number of the Monitor, published by New Castle High School, is on sale at the school. It features an article by Superintendent Kimes, student contributions, class notes, editorials, and an attractive red cover evoking the season.
Water users must not let others use CITY water for building unless they present a permit specifying the exact use. Violations will lead to immediate discontinuation of service and no restoration until proper CITY permits are obtained.
One hundred dollar reward offered for an uncured catarrh case by Hall's Catarrh Cure. Testimonials attest to F. J. Cheney & Co. Toledo. G. Kinnan Marvin druggist Toledo endorses the remedy taken internally to the bloodstream and mucus sources. Price per bottle. Sold by family pills for constipation.
The Allegheny county Republican delegation endorsed George T. Oliver for United States senator to succeed P. C. Knox. Oliver, a longtime newspaper man and manufacturer, has strong party support as canvassing continues among Republicans. Oliver was born January 26, 1848 to Henry W. Oliver and Margaret Brown Oliver.
Scotch ancestry lawyer turned industrialist and publisher. Built Oliver Wire company and Hainsworth Steel, then owned Gazette and Chronicle Telegraph in Pittsburgh. Active Republican leader, presidential elector in 1884, declined US Senate offer, influential in party affairs since the 1850s.
Meadeville Pa December 24 Merton Stainbrook aged 55 failed board an Erie train at Cambria Springs and by the station threw himself before the locomotive while his wife and daughter waited to travel to Youngstown for Christmas. He died an hour later the two hour wait weighing on his mind.
The New Castle street car men announce their annual nomination of officers for 1909 to be held next Monday night. All officers for the year 1909 will be nominated.
Howard Mackey of Oil City has located in New Castle and intends to make it his permanent home. He is presently staying with his brother W. B. Mackey of Lorain Avenue. Mackey previously ran a hardware business in Oil City.
Mather Bros Co Wholesale and Retail Jewelers at 113 Washington Street announce extended hours until noon on Christmas day to accommodate late buyers.
New Castle visitors James Wood and Wick stopped in town on business. P H Rayser and R C Rayser hosted family and choir friends. The Surprise club celebrated R C and Mrs Rayser’s sixth wedding anniversary early with games and taffy pulling, ending in a merry evening.
Volant and Miss Heasley of New Castle visited Miss Mary Minnihan over Sunday. Miss Mary Moorhead of Plaingrove will visit her brother Frank Moorhead until after Christmas. Mrs. George Collins, Mrs. Frank Moorhead and Miss Mary Moorhead spent Tuesday in New Castle. Dantel Wright and wife move into Luke Martin’s Mercer street house. Mrs. August Anderson of Niles Ohio visits daughter Mrs. Clarence Potter since Monday. Paul Simison and Miss Jennie Simison of Westminster College are home for Christmas vacation.
M Caslin Offutt Brown shows a broad smile as a baby is born. Reed Fortes of New Castle visits relatives in town. Mrs. Thomas West spent last Monday in New Castle visiting kin. Miss Lulu Gormley returns home after two months in Colorado. Milton McCracken guests at his brother’s near Harbor Bridge. Neshannon U P church holds services next Sunday at 11 am and 7 30 pm led by Rev W J McClintock.
Turkey and strawberry shortcake listed as tomorrow dinner at Elliott's restaurant located at 23 South Mill Street with a brief, unclear message about serving.
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