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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Dec 29, 1911

Page

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Sun Yat Sen Elected China President as Republic Forms

Sun Yat Sen is chosen president by the provisional military assembly in Nankin eight thousand revolutionist troops are sent to guard the capital Wu Ting Fang named as top adviser to the new government Monarchy in peril as Pekin royal family prepares to flee and Yuan Shi Kai takes sick leave

United Press Shanghai Republic of China Nankin Sun Yat Sen Provisional Military Assembly Dr. Sun Wu Ting Fang Sun Washington Pekin Yuan Shi Kai

Senators oppose new pension bill in Senate fight

A dollar a day Civil War pension bill backed by Gen. Isaac R. Sherwood of Ohio is likely to face heavy Senate opposition. Government experts warn it could raise pension costs by about 75 million dollars annually, while Sherwood argues it needs only five million. Many prominent senators attack the measure as extravagant.

House Isaac R. Sherwood Ohio Senate Sherwood

Ellwood City Election Case Arguments Under Way

Attorneys for councilmen challenge the petition arguing thirty day limits for amendments. Judge Porter reserved ruling while amendments were filed alleging voters signed and bond omissions. The dispute centers G S Young Milas Stevenson and M B McCarthy ward one election legality and ballot year specifications.

Ellwood City J. W. Humphrey H. K. Gregory Wills Wallace William McElwee M. V. Kelly Harry Caplin J. 8. Jameson H. L. Hall W. K. Ramsey David Cartwright Porter G. 8. Young Milas Stevenson M. B. McCarthy

City debates municipal blacksmith shop proposal

The police committee discussed using a city owned horseshoeing facility but took no definite action. Some favored a single blacksmith, but councilors insisted work be divided among city blacksmiths, and the existing practice would continue.

Tyler McCormick

Midnight Roof Fire Dampened on Jefferson Street

Central firefighters rushed to the Hartman home on North Jefferson Street at midnight to battle a roof blaze sparked by embers. A balcony railing caught fire but the flames were quickly extinguished with no further damage reported.

Central Fire Department Hartman North Jefferson Street

Increase in Policemen Salaries Favored by City Committee

City police committee backed Mayor Tyler's push for raising patrolmen and drivers salaries to 75 dollars monthly, a 5 to 10 dollar rise in some cases. He argued higher pay fights gifts and living costs, while councils earlier approved a 5 dollar bump last spring and the panel also approved 100 dollars for incidental emergency expenditures at the police department.

Tyler Ouncils Thelice

Letters Issued In Several Estates By Register Eakin

Letters testamentary granted in the estate of John H. Carbaugh to Celia M. Carbaugh. Admin letters issued for Jesse G. Kelly estate to W E Kelly. testamentary for Martin Jackson estate to Jackson. Henderson estate to James H Henderson. Julia W Nunn estate to William M Nunn. Cyrus C Cameron estate to Eliza Cameron. Luther H Sample estate to Mary J and Walter H Sample. Grave G Cubbison will admitted to probate.

Eakin John H. Carbaugh Celia M. Carbaugh Jesse G. Kelly Mahoning Township W. E. Kelly Martin Jackson New Bedford

New Regalia for Patrolmen

The city police force will receive new uniforms clubs handcuffs and number plates along with shields. The police committee authorized immediate purchase of two dozen maces six pairs of handcuffs and new insignia after a report by the mayor and police chief.

Wampum Man Arrested Here

No police court session this morning with no prisoners in lockup. Everett Rodabaugh was arrested on Wampum authorities for desertion and will be turned over to village authorities for a hearing before Squire Parshall.

Everett Rodabaugh Wampum Annd Squire Parshall

Tax collectors near full settlement with county officials

Nearly all the tax collectors in the county have settled with the county commissioners over recent days. Collections during the past year have been unusually good.

Treasurer-Elect Bigham Posts $105,000 Bond

The bond of Treasurer-Elect Frank L. Bigham for 105000 was recorded yesterday with American Bonding Company of New York and Massachusetts Bonding and Insurance Company as sureties. The bond is large due to county funds handling. Bigham assumes duties next week with Mrs. W. E Agnew aiding as assistant.

Frank L. Bigham Register and Recorders American Bonding Company of New York Massachusetts Bonding and Insurance Company

Walt White Reaches Ninety Two Years Of Age

Joseph S. White of New Castle celebrated his 92nd birthday at his Wilmington avenue home. The long time resident and noted abolitionist and Underground Railroad supporter enjoys visitors from family and friends as he reflects on a life of devoted service.

Walt Josephs. White New Castle Wilmington Avenue White

Life of New Castle’s oldest native son ends soon

Refers to Mr. White born December 29 1820 in New Castle the city’s oldest native born resident and a highly esteemed figure. The piece notes his life work nearing completion and mentions his father Crawford White who settled in 1804. Continued on Page Ten.

Mr. White New Castle Crawford White

Ellwood Man Enters Race For State Assembly

Dr. D. D. Cunningham of Ellwood City joins Republican candidates for the state assembly race. The field now includes incumbent W. D. Walton and attorneys F. G. Harper and Charles Davis, with hints of more contenders likely in a lively contest.

D. D. Cunningham Ellwood City Dr. Cunningham W. D. Walton F. G. Harper Charles Davis

Woodlawn Aliquippa Street Railway Plans Schedule Start

The Woodlawn and Aliquippa Street Railway company will operate cars on a schedule beginning January 1. Passage times and routes are expected to align with the new timetable structure as the line resumes regular service.

Woodlawn and Aliquippa Street Railway Company

Death notices list local residents among recent passings

The notice records multiple deaths including A W Phillips age 61 of 110 East Wabash Avenue Sandrena Banfield age 3 Cascade Street William Cruikshank age 70 of Pittsburgh S Sullivan age 69 Beaver Falls Addison Douglas age 55 Allegheny Mrs Sarah Wingard Sharon Mrs Michael E Meskell age 65 Oil City Joseph Mentzer age 69 Hazel Dell Elizabeth Brown age 69 Ellwood City Viola Trumar Greenwood Avenue with locations and ages for each deceased.

A. W. Phillips East Wabash Avenue Sandrena Banfield Cascade Street William Cruikshank Pittsburg S. Sullivan Beaver Falls Addison Douglas Allegheny Sarah Wingard Sharon Michael E. Meskell Oil City Joseph Mentzer Hazel Dell Elizabeth Brown Ellwood City Viola Trumar Greenwood Avenue

Veteran commander faces death in cell in Mexican revolt

Gen Bernardo Reyes, 74, faces trial in Mexico City within days for leading an attempt to overthrow President Madero. A ten year penitentiary term is seen as the mildest punishment and would, at his age, be akin to death.

Bernardo Reyes Madero Mexico

Arc light requests delayed by council committee

The police committee of councils held up action on requests to place electric arc lights in districts including Highland and Northview avenues and Thorpe and Hazel streets. City lights constraint cited as the electric company carries full load and seeks a new eight year contract. municipal plant election also entered into the decision.

McCormick Highland and Northview Avenue Thorpe and Hazel Streets

First M. E. Brotherhood Banquet Held For Year

The Men s Brotherhood of the First M E church held its annual banquet Thursday with seating for 70. Toastmaster Hon W S Reynolds presided as M F Crass Dr W W L Beal and Rev J H Clemens offered toasts after a King s Daughters prepared menu.

Men's Brotherhood of the First M. E. Church W. S. Reynolds M. F. Crass W.W. L Beal J. H. Clemens

Plans Revised for City Sewage Disposal Plant

The engineer who drafted the original plans revises the sewage disposal plant for Shaw's Island. The initial plan did not suit the new site and the redesign adapts the project to the chosen location.

Shaw’s Island

No Services Sunday at First Presbych

There will be no services in the First Presbyterian church Sunday due to heating system repairs. A new boiler is being installed and work is not yet finished.

First Presbyterian Church

Wilson Family Recovers After Typhoid Tragedy

Mrs. Oliver Wilson and three children of Croton Avenue are recovering from typhoid fever which claimed the life of Mr. Wilson a few weeks ago.

Oliver Wilson Croton Avenue Wilson

Gentlemen driving club to run Saturday matinee races

State Senator David Todd Henry Stambaugh and David Tod Arrel of Youngstown plan a gentle men's driving club to organize Saturday matinee races featuring local drivers and demonstrations in public interest.

David Todd Henry Stambaugh David Tod Arrel Youngstown

Call for Special Session Delayed by City Error

Ordinances passed Tuesday evening in the city will be delayed two weeks due to an error. A re enactment was necessary to formalize legal status, postponing effective dates and requiring council action to correct the record.

Houston

Special Election in Seventi Ward Blocked by Illegal Meeting

City records show Tuesday night council action may be invalid for lack of a proper call and reading. Mayor will not issue a proclamation until after a reassembled council, with bond and tax ordinances likely needing reapproval, and the outcome hinges on Houston's presence.

Tyler Gardner Tax Department

No new policeman will get appointment

The city will not appoint any new officers as E. J. Reeble is promoted to night lieutenant and the existing 26 posts are filled. One patrolman will be advanced to night sergeant, but no additional appointment is created.

E. J. Reeble Reeble

Ohio G O P Chairman Holds Talk With La Follette Backers

Walter Brown state chairman of the Ohio Republican committee met with Senator La Follette in Toledo in a closed session amid reports of political talks. Brown denied any deal or pledge while signaling he would support La Follette if nominated. La Follette addressed a crowded outdoor and indoor audience, with thousands listening in Western Ohio. The event follows a burglary at William Crocker’s Euclid Avenue residence and another theft nearby.

William Crocker Euclid Avenue Crocker United Press Toledo Walter Brown Ohio Republican Committee Ohio LaFollette Brown la Follette Progressives Aus

Gasoline Street Lamp To Be Exhibited

Councils will view a gasoline street lamp that burns 96 percent air and 4 percent gasoline on Monday evening. The light is to be erected on the public square. A company representative met the committee with a proposal to place the lamps on city streets.

Police Committee of Councils

Logan Twins Emerged In Allegheny Household Birth

Born to Mr and Mrs R B Logan of Allegheny a son. Mrs Logan was Miss Thora Shields of this city.

R. B. Logan Allegheny

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Presi Assembly Isaac R Sher Woo Wdge Porter Wood City Council Jefferson ST Bigham Sta Tion Road Joseph S. White Ellwood TGEN Bernard Police Committee M. E. Brotherhood Driving Club Seventi Councils Select Branch Select Council G.O.P Battie Bob Iinvasion of Ohio
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