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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1925
Page
5
Chicago report from the Sears-Tannenbaum Foundation shows 1924 grain crops including corn rye oats and barley valued at 2.246 billion dollars, implying farmers could have sold all grain at the national market on January 1. The study notes a wealth gain per farm and cites rising market prices as of 1925.
Advert shows Lydia M. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound praised across generations. It claims serving mothers daughters and grandmothers since 181 and notes wide United States and foreign use as proof of virtue and demand.
The report shows Wheat gains 809.9 million in value with 16.1 bushels per acre, while Corn spread across more ground but yielded less than last year. Oats rye and barley rise in value. rye up 94 million, barley up 72 million. Overall wealth to farmers increases by 876 million with per farmer gain of 186 dollars. World grain shortages push higher selling value per bushel.
A Monticello Florida nursery bought a 16 year old pecan tree from Kosciusko Mississippi for 2500 dollars. The tree is intended for grafting to transfer productive traits to other plants. The purchase included legal fees to protect the firm's rights for ten years from market release.
Gas in the stomach and indigestion are described as dangerous when untreated. The ad advises taking a small spoonful of Esculated Magnesia in water after meals to relieve gas and bloating, neutralize excess acid, and prevent symptoms. It promotes Elarated Magnesia as a safe, inexpensive remedy used by thousands.
Joseph Pistela aged 19 lay in a serious condition at a Pennsylvania hospital after receiving multiple knife wounds while trying to shield his mother from her husband Sylvester Pistoia during a domestic quarrel. Police arrested Sylvester after the incident.
Capitol to run a special children matinee tomorrow at 10 AM due to high demand. Manager Burke cites many kids missed last week and aims to provide access to D. W. Griffith's America, a film noted as educational and entertaining for young audiences.
A readable fragment describes stamped towels labeled Sure-Dry with embroidery friendly designs and a blue border. The note appears part of an old catalog or listing, mentioning pure bleached towels and a price or code reference 45c.
Embroidered and lace trim bloomers sold in multiple fabrics including Fruit of the Loom cloth and Batista. Prices noted as 95 cents for medium.
Curtain material offered in dots bars and fancy patterns 26 inches wide perfect weaves priced at 2 42 per yard sale item for January White event.
A local advertisement promotes good quality hemmed diapers at less than today’s wholesale price. The offer highlights a 27 by 27 inch size and emphasizes a very special value for shoppers.
A Street Floor note highlights 32 inch wide fine imported dress gingham in peat checks and plaids. It suggests women who value material will stock up for spring sewing, emphasizing its popularity and practical color combinations for wardrobe sewing.
Local retailer advertises fur coats heavily discounted with limited quantities. Deals show several coats priced from low to mid range, urging quick action to secure reduced prices on remaining stock.
Mothers who pay 50c per pair can take advantage Saturday only of a special sale on 15 pairs of Rubber Pants 35 infants pants made from good quality rubber and finished with strong elastic at waist and knee.
Quality fabric known to New Castle women offers real value at 15 cents per yard. Text appears from an old advertisement noting fabric color and price with unclear phrasing.
Buy sheets for spring and summer during the January White Sale. Made from fine bleached cotton, full size and hemmed, six by six inches, priced at 119.
Readable ad copy notes fine bisached muslin pillow cases in large sizes ready for use. Describes a special value at 23 cents. No additional context or dates provided.
Readable text shows infant rompers in chambray and various colors advertised as embrasting good value per page. The fragment mentions low prices and a sale emphasis with small sizes for babies. The garbled OCR limits precise details but implies bargain pricing on child garments.
A local retailer promotes heavy striped flannel gowns in six styles with sizes large and extra large. Priced near 100 dollars, the item targets women seeking warmth during the cold season.
An advertisement touts sleeping garments described as pink arch striped outing Chatuel with tie fasten and breast pocket. It mentions quality materials and a price around 79c, though wording is garbled. The snippet suggests fashion items for nightwear.
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