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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1933
Page
1
Reported Japanese forces push into Jehol Province with continued advances as China braces for possible broader conflict. Tokyo signals readiness for naval strikes and invasion of major cities while allied powers monitor rapid developments across Manchuria and North China.
A scrambled report highlights weather downturn with cold winds and light sprinkles as New England city residents track temperatures. Washington's Birthday observances draw crowds for community ceremonies while a civic update mentions planned events and local participation in ongoing district efforts.
President Roosevelt holds first conference with Will H Woodin since appointing him as secretary of the treasury. Norman H Davis and Jesse H Jones attend, linked to disarmament talks and Reconstruction Finance Corp. The meeting at Hyde Park was delayed due to a fundraising conference.
Erie, Pa February 23 International News Service reports Dr. Thomas F. Mellor, an Erie dentist, defended himself when two gunmen attempted to rob him. He was struck or threatened but fought back, beating the assailants and driving them off before they fled.
Two meetings are planned for Friday February 24 on Lawrence county farms to discuss reforestation and a demonstration on proper methods. James Smith farm Perry Township hosts the first at 2:00 PM. W H McCullough farm Beaver township hosts the second with Frank Murphy of the state forestry department as speaker.
Brindle’s home on 409 Jottersob Street was struck by a severe blaze at 2 10 this afternoon. Fire teams responded quickly, but early estimates show extensive damage to the property.
Beverly Hills dispatch reports Carter Glass criticizing the Reconstruction Finance program in the Senate. The critique centers on perceived missteps by bankers and officials, with commentators arguing the public bears the cost of government aid versus bankers.
Harrisburg dispatch reports Governor Pinchot was asked under House-approved resolution to submit to the York commissaries data on relief expenses. The brief item notes an inquiry from the legislature regarding state relief spending and operations.
City leader Mayor Cermak faces a developing health crisis as officials report acute symptoms and medical teams prepare a public update. The situation prompts questions about succession planning and city governance while doctors monitor his condition.
The event featured Pennsylvania figures including county commissioner Sharon Greenville and others from Butler and Relteanning. Federation publicity chairman stressed economic gloom and the need for concrete gains for the people, aiming to spur business progress and regional stability.
McKeesport police detained two brothers amid a rise in robberies and car thefts. Authorities say the youths admitted involvement in a spree spanning several items including automobiles and merchandise, with recovered stolen goods and ongoing investigations.
Special to The News reports Grove City blaze gutting the Glenn building at 9 am. Four injured minor, John Thompson hurt as rear wall collapsed. Everett Dress shop and adjacent businesses destroyed. two hours to control flames with heavy smoke. Insurance partly covers loss.
William H. Woodin, a Berwick native, is named the eighth Pennsylvanian to head the U S Treasury in the presidential cabinet. He joins Andrew W Mellon as the other 20th century Pennsylvanian to serve as secretary of the treasury, with predecessors including Gallatin Dallas Ingham Forward Meredith and others listed with service years.
President Elect Roosevelt announced the selection of Senator Cordell Hull of Tennessee as secretary of state and William H. Woodin of New York as secretary of the treasury. Hull will begin immediate negotiations with major powers on intergovernmental debts and economic concessions, while Woodin handles banking issues in Michigan, Timbis, and Indiana.
A fragmented report from SBURG dated February 22 comments on an Indiana senator denouncing efforts to reduce war debts. The text appears garbled, referencing the government, loaning money, and a debate over privileges and financial policy, with missing clarity on specific actions or outcomes.
Lawyers here dine at the Field Club for their annual banquet in Ney Castle. The event costs $30 and features West Virginia judge J Harvald Brennan of Wheeling as principal speaker. Attorneys Forrest Movrhead, J Campbell Brandon, and Fred T Pratt are among others to speak. Robert McK White chairs arrangements. Homer C Drake to open, Richard F Dana Inter to toast.
Sir Malcolm Campbell, British speed king, broke his land speed record at Daytona Beach. Across a nine mile course he achieved 272.408 mph on the southward run and 279.678 mph on the northward run with the Banebird, amid low visibility.
A garbled account references birth, politics, and the nation’s first president, mentioning key figures and events in a faded, era-tinged style. The text alludes to founding era figures and a pivotal political shift, with unclear details and corrupted wording throughout.
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