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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jan 15, 1934

Page

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Ellwood Man Dies In Crash Near Ohio Line

Ellwood City man Harry M. Ringer aged 45 was instantly killed when a car driven by Greer Dennison of Ellwood City collided with a Penn-Ohio Coach Line bus near the Ohio state line on the New Castle Youngstown road. Three others were injured, taken to hospitals in Youngstown. Dennison hospitalized with contusions and possible rib fractures, while Jesse Fehl and Adam J. Dambach sustained skull fracture risk and other injuries. The group, Shelby Tube employees, were returning from a Youngstown foremen’s meeting.

Harry M. Ringer Line Avenue Ellwood City Greer Dennison Hazel Avenue Penn-Ohio Ohio State Line New Castle Youngstown Dennison Jameson Memorial Hospital Jesse Fehl Hazen Street Adam J. Dambach Fourth Street Youngstown Hospital Feb Dambach Shelby Tube Company Den Page Ten

Father Of Rheta Wynekoop To Give Testimony At Trial

In Chicago on January 15 the murder trial of Dr. Alice Lindsay Wynekoop resumes after a two day recess. The physician faces Burdine H. Gardner, father of Rheta Gard−ner Wynekoop, whose daughter lies buried in Indianapolis. Gardner will testify to aid his claim for accountability in the death of Rheta.

Rheta Wynekoop Chicago Mother Love Alice Lindsay Wynekoop Alice Burdine H. Gardner Rheta Gardner Wynekoop Indianapolis Rheta

Ladybug keeps gardeners safe and playful warning issued

The letter describes the ladybug as a useful garden insect with red body and black spots that feeds on aphids and should not be killed. It also notes a police crackdown on motorists blocking streetcar doors and a scout sign reminding boys in district V-37 of proper conduct and safety around hitching rides.

Pa Newe Albert and Sheridan Avenue V-37

Daily Weather Report Summary

U S weather statistics report the 24 hour period ending 9 am with a high of 41 and a low of 30 plus 0.5 inches of precipitation and a 6.2 feet snow stage. A Sunday morning update shows a high 33 and low 30 with 0.18 inches of precipitation.

U. S

Japanese Will Proclaim Pu-Yi Manchukuo Head

The Japanese legation in Peiping announced Pu-Yi will be proclaimed emperor of Manchukuo on March 1. The move aims to stabilize local politics and accept Pu-Yi's accession, with no plan to restore the Ching dynasty in China proper. Some view it as Japan's North China encroachment.

International Peiping Henry Pu-Yi Manchukuo Legation Japan Pu-Yi China

Doctor in Murder Case Paraded Weakened by Illness

Dr. Alice Linsday Wynekoop, a frail elderly physician, was brought to Chicago court in a wheelchair to face charges that she murdered her daughter in law Rheta. Her condition, including a recent heart attack, prompted discussion of whether the strain of the trial could affect her health as she appeared at counsel table.

Dorothy Ducas

Doctor Wynekoop pursued insurance after alleged murder motive

In Chicago on January 15 the state attorney told jurors Dr. Alice Lind Wynekoop hurried to insure Rheta Wynekoop claiming the daughter-in-law would travel west. The state contends the motive relates to her death and will present evidence against the defendant.

Young Miner Dies In Mine Near Castlewood

David Reed Hogue aged 24 son of Jesse Hogue of Castlewood was killed when his body was caught in hoisting machinery at the Home Coal Company mine on the Frew farm near Castlewood. Discovery of his death was made this morning.

David Reed Hogue Jesse Hogue Castlewood Home Coal Company Frew Farm

Young Man in Critical Condition After Car Hits Train

Canonsburg Pa January 15 hospital physicians fought to save 23 year old Frank Kogut after his automobile collided with a passenger train. He suffered serious internal injuries as officials announced following the resignation of Dr C B Moore in protest to a proposal.

Canonsburg Frank Kogut C. B. Moore

Banker Dies of Heart Attack in Steubenville

Frank Work, 70, president of the People's National Bank, died of a heart attack yesterday in Steubenville Ohio. Funeral arrangements were being made today.

Steubenville, O Frank Work The People’s National Bank

Gambling probes head three ways in Trumbull county

Warren Ohio January 15. Gambling operations in Trumbull county are under scrutiny as the city Mayor the county Sheriff and the county Grand Jury each launch investigations into the activities.

Warren Trumbull County

Apollo Police Chief Resigns to Run Union House

Chief of Police Charles Hutchinson of Apollo resigns to manage the Union House in Kittanning. Remodeling of the hostelry has begun and the hotel secured Apollo’s first liquor license since 1867.

Kittanning Charles Hutchinson Apollo Union House

School Plan Approved for New Galilee Eight Room Building

Beaver PA Jan 15 Plans to construct an eight room school building in New Galilee have been approved by the Pennsylvania department.

Beaver New Galilee Pennsylvania Department

Federal agents probe operators of seized 1000 gallon still

CHARLEROI Pa Jan 15 Federal agents sought to identify the operators of a 1000 gallon still seized in a Charleroi vacant house on Saturday.

Charleroi, Pa Charleroi

Sheriff-Elect Brady to Assume Office in Washington County

Sheriff-elect Fred W. Brady of Washington county will assume office this week after technical complications delayed bond provisions. The announcement came from Washington, Pennsylvania, on January 15.

Washington, Pa Fred W. Brady Washington County

Actor Henry Dixey Injured Falling Hotel Steps

Henry E. Dixey a 75 year old veteran of Broadway was hurt after stumbling and falling down hotel stairs. He suffers severe scalp lacerations and a possible skull fracture and remained in serious condition.

New York Henry E. Dixey Broadway

Hunters Target Coyotes After Sheep Attacks

Hunters plan a field drive to reduce coyote attacks on sheep after recent farmer losses. Weekend snowfall may help trackers to follow tracks to coyote lairs and locate denning areas.

Washington

Guarded Mozesz Remains Hospitalized as Trial Nears

Deputy sheriffs guard John Mozesz at New Castle hospital after self inflicted wound. He learns Rose Balogh is dead and will face a preliminary hearing for murder once recovered. Mozesz will be moved to county jail after recovery. trial slated for March term.

John Mozesz Rose Balogh New Castle Wallace J. Ewing Moresz Edward D. Pritchard H. J. Lines Howard McClure Frank Conneron Mozesz Mozest

Tar on Liquor and War Predictions Reflections

A Beverly Hills column muses on liquor prohibition timing, compares a Death Valley prospector to a liquor store salesman, and notes writers failed to spark a war despite publicity. The writer signs off with a personal, reflective aside.

Beverly Hills Cal Death Valley America

Officer Wysner Fractures Hip in YMCA Incident

Patrolman James Wysner, a senior city officer, tripped on a rug at the YMCA on Sunday. He fractured his right hip, was taken to Jameson Memorial hospital, and reported the injury after notifying the desk sergeant.

James Wysner Jameson Memorial Hospital Wyser Wysner Public

Chicken Thieves Blamed As Fire Destroys Barn

Fire destroyed a large barn wagon shed and corn crib on I. E. Swisher’s Mt. Jackson road farm late Saturday. Loss estimated at 4000 dollars, insured. Mrs. Al Goodheart alerted neighbors who saved a team of mules and some hogs. Tracks in snow led from the barn toward Moravia road, suggesting poultry theft was involved.

I. E. Swisher Mt. Jackson Road Swisher al Goodheart

Senate approves $850 million RFC expansion and extension

The Senate passed an administration bill raising the Reconstruction Finance Corporation capital by 850 million dollars and extending RFC authority to February 1, 1935. The measure was approved without a record vote after about ten minutes of debate.

International News Service Washington Reconstruction Finance Corporation Senate RFC

Deaths of Various Residents Listed in Paper Notice

The notice lists several deceased individuals including Agnes Kernohan 81 of Mingo Junction Ohio and John H Williams 86 of Pottsville. Other names include Harvey Seanor 77 of Darlington Louise Barr Robertson 88 of New Wilmington and Emma Elizabeth Cotton 70 of West Washington Street.

Agnes Kernohan Mingo Junction Ohio Martin Luther Hall Harrison Street Harvey Seanor Darlington Louise Barr Robertson New Wilmington Frances Wratney Cliff Street Emerson H. Schaffer New Castle R. D Mary Carmel Nocera Hillsville Robert Dillon Elizabethtown Emma Elizabeth Cotton West Washington Street John H. Williams Pottsville Bertilla A. Slevin Ellwood City Maria DiTomaso Mary Barnett Calkins Neshannock Avenue Sarah Perry Pittsburgh Harry M. Ringer David Reed Hogue Castlewood

Federal Contracts Near for Lawrence County Court House Loan

Public Works Administration plans to send full contracts within two weeks for the $768000 court house aid to Lawrence county. Legal delays slow acceptance papers, with $214000 as a gift and $553800 as a loan. Construction could start in four months and finish in 15, employing 178 men.

Washington, D. C Public Works Administration Lawrence County Court House Court House Grant and Loan Public Works Organization Uncle Sam

Hit Run Driver Being Hunted

David Francis a 49 year old married man from Hillcrest avenue is in serious condition at New Castle hospital after an automobile struck him at 1 53 a m Sunday near the Nesham creek bridge on East Washington street. The driver did not stop to assist and police hope to trace the car and arrest him. Dr Alec Ruzewich reported seeing a man crossing East Washington Street between the shoe shine parlor and the Johnson building just before the crash. An old type car going east struck Francis knocked him down and fled.

David Francis Hillcrest Avenue New Castle Hospital Neshannock Creek Bridge East Washington Street Alec Ruzewich Shoe Shine Parlor Johnson Building Francis

Four Rescued As Home Takes Fire on Sunday

Officer Bud Fleeger spotted smoke from the home of Umberto Tranquillo at 5 East Home street at 4 10 Sunday morning. He alerted firefighters and helped rescue Tranquillo his wife and their two children. Damage was placed at 4000. Continued on page two.

Bud Fleeger Umberto Tranquillo East Home Street James E. Thomas Norman Minner Tranquillo Fleeger Thomas Arved

Bank Robbery Strikes Philadelphia Branch

In Philadelphia on January 15 two masked bandits broke in through a skylight at the Corn Exchange Bank on 60th and Ludlow, overpowered and manacled eight employees, and escaped with more than $20,000 after forcing manager Charles Munchoure to open a vault.

International News Service Philadelphia 60Th and Ludlow Street Corn Exchange Bank Charles Munchoure Roobers

Biddle orders expose of political pressure in CWA jobs

Harrisburg, Jan 15. State civil works administrator Eric H. Biddle ordered an exposure of all attempts to use political pressure in securing CWA jobs. He urged public release of letters referencing political pressure and explained CWA workings to clear up misunderstandings in the public mind. He noted qualifications govern placements, with former soldiers given priority if qualified, and said wage differences arise from Washington. Some deviations may have occurred unknowingly under pressure while building a large organization.

Biddle CWA International News Service Harrisburg Eric H. Biddle Civil Works Administration Washington

President Gold message to Congress on currency reform

President proposes to revalue the dollar to 60 cents and set up a two billion dollar stabilization fund to maintain credit. The move aims to stabilize prices and finance needs as Congress reviews the plan.

Roosevelt asks authority to seize gold stocks and revalue dollar

President Roosevelt asks Congress for power to confiscate all gold monetary stocks and revalue the dollar to 60 cents. He seeks a $2,000,000,000 stabilization fund in the treasury funded by profits from revaluing impounded gold above the $20.67 per ounce statutory price.

Washington Roosevelt Congress Treasury United States

Ohio river tragedy claims Clutter family in boat capsize

In East Liverpool Ohio on January 13 the Clutter family from Georgetown loses John Clutter two and Harold Adkins five and their mother Arney Clutter twenty in a capsizing John boat accident on the Ohio river. Leonard Clutter twenty five husband father survives as rescuers recover the victims. The dog Pat watches the scene in sorrow.

International News Service Liverpool Clutter Georgetown Pat John Clutter Harold Adkins Ohio River Arney Clutter Baby John Harold Leonard Clutter

Invention Seeks Odor Free Alcohol Solution

Arthur Mometer seeks a lad who can devise a new method to eliminate odor from the alcohol used in radiator coils. He notes the strong smell pervades cars as radiators boil and worsens with higher speeds and warmer weather.

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Ellwood Auto Party State Line New Bedford PA Newc Owen Penfield Fox Daily Weather Report Dr. Wynekoop Hasten Insurance Probe Gambling Stills Coyotes McNaught Syndicate, Inc Arthur C. Wimer New Castle News Thomas Minner Save Family Home Street Officer Fleeger Blaze George R. Holmes Liverpool, Ohio Arthur Mometer
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