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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1908
Page
3
An advertisement extols Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as the cure for indigestion and stomach disorders. It links good digestion to mental clarity and cheer, promising relief from eructations, heartburn, and fermentation, and offers a free sample by mail from F A Stuart Co Marshall Michigan.
A line of Greenville youths formed a human chain to rescue Verne Seyler, 11, who broke through the Shenango River ice yesterday. The quick action prevented tragedy as bystanders pulled him to safety.
Louis Stadler from near Youngstown reports from Massillon asylum that a fortune in golden eagles stored in mason jars is hidden in the hay of his barn.
Mr and Mrs Charles Schmid hosted a Thursday evening at home for about 30 friends with general decorations and a 500 card game across seven tables. Mrs J M Hamilton won the main prize and Mrs Harry Alexander took the pretty consolation. A luncheon followed with help from Mrs McCowen Miss McClure Miss Elizabeth Schmid and Mrs Anna Barlet.
The regular weekly dance by the Clerks' club drew 94 couples dancing late into the evening at Eureka hall. Out of town guests included Carrie Allen Rock Creek Ohio Thompson Franklin Conn Wampum Wick Harn Kirk Youngstown Beard Sharon Wright Fort Wayne and Wickers Wampum. Invitations go out for a leap year dance next Thursday January 23 at Eureka hall.
Announcement of the approaching marriage of Miss Lola Wilson of New Galilee and Mr Slater McGeehon of Eastbrook set for Wednesday January 22 at high noon The bride is daughter of Samuel Wilson of New Galilee and known locally The groom is son of Dr McGeehon of Eastbrook and a prosperous farmer Reverend Dice of Eastbrook will officiate
The Home Missionary society holds its regular monthly meeting this afternoon at the First Methodist Episcopal church with Mrs. R. A. Smith and Mrs. W. S. Rutter leading the session.
A marriage license was granted in Youngstown to John Unger and Katie Litzchel, both residents of the city. Admiral Coffee noted as a peer of 20c coffee with a claim of being better than many sold at 25c.
A Winona club gathering hosted by Mrs. Craig Steen on East North street featured informal socializing and a six handed euchre session. Mrs. Alexander Hartman won the prize, with Mrs. Steen assisted by Miss Kate Long in arranging refreshments. An invitation from Mrs. J. S. DePuy for a two week later hostess event was accepted.
Miss Lillian Kennedy wed Mr. Robert Williams of the city on Wednesday at 2 PM in the Fourth Presbyterian church pastor Rev W G McConnell’s home on Terrace avenue. Attendants were Mr and Mrs Turner, sister of the bride, who wed on Christmas day. The Moose club hosts a smokefest January 22 at 8 30 PM at 122 1 2 East Washington with speakers G W Dallas and A L Shaffer from Moose clubs in Dallas and Macon.
A chicken supper capped the Kensington chapter meeting at Mrs. William Caldwell's home on Pittsburg street. The afternoon featured sewing and social chat with decorations in red and green. Hostess aides were Mrs. Humble and Miss Boston. The club plans a two week visit hosted by Mrs. Fanny Baney of the Seventh ward.
Mrs Frank Yoho of Sharon held the post of honor Thursday afternoon, participating in a local social or ceremonial event. This brief note records her role and the timing of the gathering.
Mrs A M McCallen of Mulberry street entertained the Utopia club with needlework as the main afternoon diversion. Refreshments followed at a seasonable hour. Mrs W G Ayers assisted the hostess. The place of the next meeting has not been decided.
Invitations will be issued soon for the marriage of Miss Mary McKinney daughter of Mr and Mrs John W McKinney of Sewickley to Mr Wallace Scott also of Sewickley. The quiet wedding will be held at the bride’s parents home Thursday evening February 6 at 7 30. The bride a Wellesley graduate is a niece of several McKinney and Burns relatives who will attend.
The New Castle Masonic club completes arrangements for a series of dances in the Greer block music room. The first dance is set for Monday evening January 27 with more dances in upcoming months. Invitations go to all Masons and especially to unaffiliated city members.
Miss Helen Garvin at Park Avenue entertained the S. S. S. Kensington club Thursday afternoon. Sewing preceded an unusually good dinner. The place of the next meeting has not been decided, but Mr. and Mrs. Fred Clemens of Front Street will entertain the S. S. S. Card club next Thursday evening.
Members of the Queen Esther circle and Women s Missionary society of Croton Avenue Methodist church spent a pleasant evening at Miss Lois Allen s home on Dewey Avenue Thursday. An informal musical program preceded the opening of boxes and refreshments.
The Smile club will be entertained at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hulme of Wilmington avenue. Mrs. Paul Papenhausen will entertain the members of the W. S. P. club at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. S. P. Dean of East Main street. Miss Lyda McKee of Grant street, will entertain the S. A. K. girls.
Teresa Sadler entertained the Swastika club of about 15 members on Thursday night in East Division street home. Music and games were featured with prizes won by Miss Hazel McFadden and Sara Rabinovitz.
The Lawrence Encampment No 86 I O O F held a Thursday evening meeting at their hall on Neshannock avenue. The Royal Purple degree was conferred and a sumptuous banquet served at the close. Several speeches were delivered.
Illness of Mrs Archie Davis of Meyer avenue postpones Swastika club meeting from Thursday to next Thursday with Mrs Davis set to host.
Tomatoes and cakes lettuce fancy celery full line of green vegetables Cabbage 50c per bushel Potatoes 80c per bushel Cranberries 10c quart Fine eating and cooking apples Fulton Fruit Market 02 North Mill Street.
The Ohio state board of pardons commuted two life sentences to ten years each for burglary. The men, among the first in Ohio history under this crime, had robbed a minister in Youngstown.
During the long winter months mothers grow tired and unwell. Hollis ter's Rocky Mountain Tea is advertised as a remedy to restore happiness and health, described as the greatest blessing for mothers. Sold by J. C. Wallace at 35 cents a box or tablets.
Admiral Coffee, a peer of all 20¢ coffees, is pitched as better value than many 25c blends. The notice touts its quality and price efficiency for customers seeking savings.
Local society notes list visits and illnesses. John S Wallace plans a Friday stay in Pitts burg. Mrs. Frank Yoho visits Sharon guests. Charles Thoman returns from Sharon. Ills relapses include Mrs. William Fehl and Mrs. G L Kimball. Several families travel to Pittsburg and Cambridge Springs for visits and recuperation.
A New Castle jeweler recalls a case where a young woman’s blue stone ring and a bent gold ring were damaged by a man squeezing her hand. The jeweler notes such “hand holding injuries” weaken rings and urges removing rings before affectionate gestures.
Miss Margaret Miller will depart with a party from New Castle for a three month trip to California while spending the winter at George Beatty’s. Mr and Mrs Rus sell Kennedy host relatives for a brief visit. Mrs Emma Boston returns from Adina Ohio where her daughter Mrs C R Henry lies ill with typhoid fever. Funeral attendees from this city include Mrs John Knox and many others at New Bedford for Harry McCready.
Five cases were reported to Health Officer Horner yesterday. The children include Margaret Knobloch eight of 100 Vine Street with diphtheria Helen Thomas forty nine Phillips Street with mumps Felix Sanal 218 South Liberty Street with measles and Lucile Stewart thirteen 5 Milton Street with typhoid fever.
James and Paul Marrao faced Alder man Williams on liquor charges for license violations and Sunday sales. Louis Brovgo failed to prove the case, and the defendants were discharged.
A short verse extols a maiden's happiness after discovering Hollister's Rocky Mountain Tea. The speaker, J. C. Wallace, notes her lively laughter and singing throughout the day as she proclaims her well being.
Fred Orr of Sharon, formerly a resident here, won a $3,000 verdict against the Pennsylvania Railroad Co for false arrest. He had been arrested on trespassing charges on Franklin Street by a railroad officer several months ago.
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