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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1908
Page
6
Christmas ribbons for gift wrapping available in white and assorted colors. Double faced silk satin baby ribbon 2c a yard. Yuletide red and green woven ribbon 10 yard bolts 18c. All silk holly design ribbon 10 yard bolts 25c. White tissue paper rolls 5c per package.
Basement salesroom hosts 100 Dressed Dolls at 25c each with hats to match plus Kid Body dolls 10c to 7.50. Gift clocks $2.00, gilt framed plates in shadow box $1.00. Leather collar and cuff box $1.25. Embroidered glove and handkerchief boxes 50c. Etched glassware and boxed table ware offered in sets.
A basement sale advertises half price on iron toys including hoses carts trains and engines with prices from 13c to $1.00 and a variety of children's games and gift items. It notes quantities diminishing and urges prompt attendance for deals before supplies run out and mentions a free Ready Reminder Vest Pocket Memorandum Book for men at the Men's Furnishing counter.
Brown Hamilton reports the New Castle postoffice enmeshed in a Christmas surge with 25 percent more outgoing and incoming mail than any year since his tenure. Postmaster John Andy McKee describes vast parcels, high efficiency, and a daily widening rush as stamps and packages flood the building during holiday operations.
In Union City Tennessee Judge Jones presiding over the murder trial of eight night riders heard testimony that the gang planned to assault Judge Jones Attorney General Caldwell and Seid Waddell during a general raid on Union City. Thomas H Cleare a 28 year old farmer and confessed night rider testified to the scheme. The plot did not come to pass.
Two thousand medical faculty students clashed with police reserves in Paris over diploma changes. Prefect Lepin was knocked down as police fired after a prolonged confrontation, with professor Landouzy a target of projectiles.
Missouri watchers expect Standard Oil to seek remedies after the ouster ruling. Attorneys may challenge the order forcing Waters-Pierce to separate, potentially delaying compliance beyond March 1. A new trial is anticipated as the likely first step, with a Supreme Court appeal possible on constitutional grounds.
The Rachel Rebekah Lodge will hold its installation of officers this Thursday evening in their rooms. The district deputy Miss Yoho will be in charge and the following officers will be installed Past Noble Grand Mrs Scott Mc Caslin Present Noble Grand Mrs SS E Whiting Vice Grand Mrs Harriet Knowling Recording Officer Mrs Ralph Hay Secretary Mrs Locke Treasurer Mrs Richard Crawshaw.
The commonwealth accuses Jack Young of assault and battery by Abe Hazlewood. The case is being heard this afternoon before Judge Potter and will be the last trial before Christmas.
Just arrived a fine lot of 9x12 Tapestry Bugs priced at 13.50. Davis Cooke & company showcases the finest cut glass ever shown in New Castle with the lowest prices.
New version of the Fallieres scandal centers on Mme Astresse and a young lover resembling President Fallieres' son Andre. Proponents of a counter theory say the affair was staged to help the son escape scrutiny. Dr. Contrastin repeats that Astresse died by his own hand from neurasthenia sparked by the wife's alleged intrigue. The controversy overshadows the Steinheil murder as coverage remains guarded.
Report from London and Berlin on December 24 describes English investors seeking Castro’s arrest in Berlin for alleged robberies tied to confiscated assets. Castro says he will not block Venezuela’s new government and may step aside if needed to help resolve the dispute. he cites health issues in delaying further statements.
In Los Angeles on December 24 retired heavyweight James J. Jefferies says a Johnson victory could prompt a return to the ring. He notes strong demand for a Johnson clash and would meet him if Johnson seeks trouble, hinting at a possible fifth arena appearance if Johnson wins.
Rochester reporters say Bishop McQuaid of Rochester is somewhat weaker after three days near death. Physicians acknowledge there is no hope of recovery and the aged prelate may live only a few days.
William Mc Cloud a Wayne county farmer was killed when dynamite used to blast stumps exploded. His body and clothing were scattered in a field two hours after he failed to return home for supper, discovered by his two sons.
In Worcester Massachusetts on December 24 Ralph William Krantz fourteen-year-old confessed to killing Francis Jones whose body was found Tuesday on Lake Quinsigamond. He told police the tale today and is held in custody.
Contractors and builders must obtain a water permit from the Water Company before using city water for building purposes. Water used without written permit will be prosecuted.
Skura admits driving fifteen people to the club house the day of the killing but cannot identify them. The Cabby's Affidavit conflicts with his sworn statement, claiming no mention of Annis and noting different events. McIntyre presses for perjury. Justice Crane urges caution as the witness waveringly defends the affidavit.
Notice from CITY OF NEW CASTLE WATER COMPANY prohibits non tank pattern water closets and any connection by unlicensed individuals. Violations will be prosecuted. Also mentions Frank Sullivan family traveling to Pittsburg for holidays to visit relatives.
Miss Bessie Burns departed town this morning to return to McKeesport for the holidays.
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