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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1908
Page
6
A Manning Iowa woman credits Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound with saving her life after years of severe female ailments and costly treatments. The letter extols the remedy's cure and urges others to seek advice from Mrs Pinkham at Lynn Mass.
Ash tabula resumes ore loading on the Pennsylvania division after a two week suspension. Forty cars were loaded this week with more expected from reserve stock, signaling improved railroad activity and employment for New Castle crews. The Ohio State Railroad Commission reports a significant rise in Ohio rail tonnage in 1907 and notes track and yard expansions on several lines.
Wallace Keely of Franklin had been missing since December 29. He was seen Wednesday six miles from Youngstown on the Sharon road, walking toward Youngstown. Police in Sharon, Youngstown, Pittsburgh and nearby cities had searched. he is now believed to be in Youngstown and expected to be located soon.
All carpenters are requested to be present at the meeting Thursday evening January 16 1908. Business of importance 12313.
The Ironmonger reports a crisis in the British tinplate industry as the United States Steel trust demands Welsh makers buy 3,000 tons monthly of American bars at a premium. Welsh producers meet in Swansea December 3 to seek a common stance and potential price uniformity while resisting onerous terms. The piece notes possible German involvement and expresses confidence in Britain holding its ground despite the pressure.
Court records show a motion for a new trial in Adda F Maitland v Shenango Township after a jury verdict of 862 20 in favor of Maitland for money loaned. Other items include filings in Fiss v Rogers and guardianship support for Glen McCaughting, plus an appearance grant in Ellwood City Borough suit and a $22 40 payment to County Detective Logan for horse thief capture.
In Youngstown a large section of ceiling plaster cascaded down onto a desk in the police court where clerk William Kenealy sat, narrowly avoiding a fatal injury.
Walter Allen of Grove City sustained serious injuries when a heavy sample wagon rolled over him after he coasted into it.
An advertisement urges readers to mail name and address for a free Pyramid Pile Cure trial. Cites Emma Bodenhamer of Bedford Indiana cured after 23 years and George Braneigh of Schellsburg Pa. claims 14-year piles cleared by one 50 cent box. Promotes avoiding surgery and buying 50 cent boxes at drug stores.
Rev J S Martin of the Reform Presbyterian church will speak at the YWCA vesper service at Welsh Congregational church Sunday at 4 p.m. The event includes music from church singers and a reception the next evening at First Methodist for Miss Grace Erhardt, the new YWCA secretary.
NESHANNOCK FALLS W D Cargill visited New Castle Monday. Clarence Rodgers visits Enon Valley friends. Andy Zook suffers a grip attack. John Johnson called in New Castle Saturday. J C Blevins attends county court this week. Mrs J C Martin shopped in New Castle Monday. Miss Mary Benson works for Blevins during his absence. B F Boyd and H S Caldwell at Leesburg church Sunday night. George Magee of Wellsburg WV visiting his parents. Polo fever grips town with two teams forming for a busy season. Drake brothers’ lumber car at rail siding toppled but no injuries reported.
Deputy Constable Cirigliano of Butler searches Italian settlements in New Castle for Tony Snarko who allegedly attacked Mike Malina in Bredinville last Thursday. authorities believe Snarko is hidden with friends in the city and conduct a thorough search.
The church reports baptisms upcoming and a Lordsday meeting to transact business. Choir life, cradle roll growth, and a Thursday concert are noted along with the third anniversary of the new building and a detailed three year financial and activity summary led by Elder K. E. Smith and Francis M. Biddle.
A street car teetered on a 50 foot high ledge above a stone quarry at Youngstown yesterday. It hung there for several moments before settling back onto the track with the motorman and conductor aboard, seemingly unharmed.
A verse praises Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea as the speaker, a maiden, declares happiness and wellness. J C Wallace is named in connection with the promotion. The light verse style imitates a period ad or notice common in small newspapers.
At a hearing before Mayor Hainer on Wednesday Harry Cargill Martin Cargill and Harry Campbell were bound over to the March term of court on larceny charges. They allegedly stole a horse from Attorney S L McCracken last Sunday and drove it to Pittsburg.
Police arrested the Cargill brothers Tuesday morning led by Officer James McKissick. Investigators also plan to link them to other robberies in New Castle from the past months.
Miss Frances Moran of Youngstown was attacked by a burly man on her way home, fought desperately and escaped. Police have not found the assailant.
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