14 Feb 1933
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1933
Page
1
International report says Ernie Schaal died this morning after a failed operation intended to treat his injuries. The incident occurred at Madison Square Garden during a boxing event, with family and officials present.
The article notes residents gathering in Moravia to place memorial wreaths and branches along Highland Avenue as part of a community remembrance. A large turnout was seen Monday afternoon with decorated country buses and streets. Local worker teams hauled materials while A E Darigtaids of Beckgmord shot documented the scene near the Neahannock river.
A daily weather note reports morning conditions with a maximum temperature around 48 degrees, light precipitation trace, and a low near 24 degrees. Winds and humidity are not specified.
Samuel Levin, a store operator at 1830 Moravia Street, reported a bold holdup noon today. A man in blue lumber jacket and gray hat forced him into his own car in front of the First National Bank of Lawrence County, drove out Highland Weights Wilmington road, took $1900 in cash, then fled with Levin’s car and items. police and state authorities launched a large search across Pittsburgh Teletype area, Youngstown, and county lines.
Three day event in New Castle and Lawrence County features heavy discounts and promotions by Kraft merchants. The Great American Dollar, supported by local housewives, leads a week of bargains across Forty new Castle stores with shoppers urged to visit nine to closing. The promotion doubles dollar value and promises notable sales in clothing hardware and more as a regional economic showcase continues.
Washington Feb 14 The House Judiciary committee voted 8 to 6 to recommend passage of the Celler bill lifting Volstead restrictions on prescribing liquor by physicians. The measure seeks to allow doctors to prescribe alcohol when medically needed and would remove bans on medical use.
Morris J. Dunkerley reports on South Jefferson street while Jack Baul drives a horse and wagon south. Dunkerley turns right to avoid the horse and wagon, collides with a power company pole shaft, causing damage and leakage.
International News Service reports a bank in Philadelphia was attacked at noon. Gunmen fled in a nearby car after a guard opened fire from a balcony. one bandit paused to verify the gunman’s shots before rejoining his fleeing group. No injuries were reported.
Denver police and federal authorities press a nationwide search for Charles Boettcher abducted from his Denver home by two masked men. Despite hours of effort, suspects remain at large as Colorado Wyoming Utah and New Mexico citizens are urged to stay vigilant.
The Japanese and Manchukuo governments have drafted three ultimatums demanding Chinese withdrawal from Jehol. T. V. Soong, Chinese finance minister, advised Nanking of the announcement as tense international news. A first note is to General Tang Yu Lin, Jehol governor, and a second to Tang’s authorities, with a third reportedly being sent.
A damaged OCR notes Ambassador Lindsay sailing from Southampton to the United States aboard the Majestic. He carries an important message for President Elect Roosevelt on war matters and discusses future meetings in London.
Sharon youths face the court as prosecutors argue a plot to extort and blame Brest for a kidnapping attempt tied to Charles Lindbergh's son. The investigation names Henry Forker III and Mrs Buhl's family as involved, linking a recent plot to a plan against the Ford car era figure.
Search continues for the bodies of two boys believed drowned in Stoney Creek. Local authorities and rescue teams, aided by Boy Scouts and volunteers, intensified efforts after an early Sunday incident despite challenging conditions and scattered debris.
Public works plan financed by two federal bond issues is urged by Representative Block at prosperity hearings in New York. He promotes a small manufacturers tax repeal possible after the 18th Amendment and calls for economy and faster economic recovery.
Wrecking crews clear the three story Cunningham building at the corner of Washington and Schott Jefferson streets. Foreman Wirton Ristow says progress will quicken this week as only the Cunningham and a small frame structure remain to be demolished and debris cleared.
Fragmentary death record lists John Hughes age 3 of Harbor road Union Township Everett Wilcox age 20 of Coolidge avenue Bruce Alexander age 2 months West Brereral aps Eckwith 7 2 Big
Four convicted inmates serving time in Beaver County jail traveled to Cleveland with the intent to testify against four men linked to the Ellington hotel arson that killed 14. Cleveland authorities questioned Abe Redlich Manuel Hartis Daniel Lazor and William Lazor after spending the day in Beaver. Pittsburgh men and a Bellefonte convict are accused in the Ellington plot investigated by Ray Turk barber shop owner on the hotel business floor.
Shanghai dispatch reports General Nishi narrowly escaped an attack on an armored train en route to Mukden. Chinese volunteer soldiers raided the train, looting it as battle erupted. Nishi's aide-de-camp was killed in the fighting before attackers were repulsed.
Attorney Joseph R. McFate spoke at New Wilmington Rotary dinner delivering a Lincoln address. He was accompanied by his father J. Lee McFate who introduced Rotary to New Wilmington.
County commissioners set the 1933 tax millage at 43 mills, down two from last year. The reduction affects the county general fund while the poor fund remains at 4 3/4 mills. After a full day session with a taxpayers league committee, officials said budget items were reviewed and found reasonable with no further cuts possible.
In Harrisburg on February 14, the Buy American push gains momentum as the House passes a Roan sponsored resolution endorsing the American Patriots League to promote purchases of goods made in the United States. A companion resolution by Meewee of Lawrence County awaits committee action.
A dated and quirky romance tip urges men to give simple tokens to their wives on Valentine’s Day. It downplays expensive gifts and suggests a rose, catty or tattoo as a small gesture and warns sentiment matters more than money.
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