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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1919
Page
1
International report from ROM dated January 17 notes the French steamer Chapro, sails from Marseilles, was sunk by a mine in the Messina Strait, with about 500 lives lost. The ship went down within five miles of the strait.
Reports from Berlin say Karl Liebknecht and Rosa Luxemburg, leaders of the German Spartacist movement, were killed during a chaotic incident after arrest. Luxemburg was shot as a crowd attempted to seize her from a moving car. Liebknecht was killed after an armored car broke down and guards fired during his escape attempt.
The death of Karl Liebknecht and Rosa Luxemburg sparked renewed clashes in Berlin suburbs. Spartacists attacked the Spru plant at Jasen but were repulsed by government troops. a battle was reported in another Berlin suburb as authorities ordered an inquiry into whether the deaths could have been prevented.
Civil Engineer A Ferguson of Pittsburg testified concrete bridges are feasible and long lasting. He argued concrete bridges offer low upkeep costs and beauty, while opponents favored steel. Commissioners will erect a concrete bridge if feasible, despite higher initial bids.
Seventh Ward notes list Liberty street visitor Hamilton from Pittsburg and multiple residents visiting relatives in Wampum Sharon and Mahonoytown. Illnesses and off duty statuses are noted for Mayme A Cherry street and Elizabeth Hovie daughter Lillian Madison avenue.
In Memorium the death of a brother is noted with solemn resolve. The Grange expresses appreciation for service to the community and sympathy to the family acknowledging the lasting influence of the departed. A copy of the resolutions is to be given to the family and filed for the records. The notice includes a medicinal claim and a product mention for Quinine Takia.
Paris scene as Inter allied Supreme Council discusses a pivotal decision on the peace conference opening tomorrow with all envoys present. Reports say American commissioners seek a plan to reveal facts while preserving secrecy for free discussion amid gag law controversy.
World and American press leaders in Paris clash over access to the peace conference. American correspondents press for full admission to preliminary sessions, while British journalists seek a single representative. A joint allied newspaper committee and an advisor to inform reporters emerge as possible solutions. More than 100 editors attended last night’s meeting to oppose the existing news blackout and press for progress toward access.
Births and illnesses announced for multiple residents including Mr and Mrs DeLace Vale and Mr and Mrs Elmer Norris. People travel for visits, recover from surgery, and relocate through Erie area addresses and nearby cities in this family notices roundup. Privates Kelley and Appelie return from Camp Greenleaf with discharges.
The Girl s sewing circle from the Guy Rescue Mission on Croton Avenue, WI, will hold a 2 PM party Saturday with Misa Alice M Sterling presenting stories for children. Games and a treat follow. All little girls invited. Central Presbyterian choir rehearsal Saturday 7 30 PM. Evangelistic services at Hoover Weights Tabernacle continue nightly next week through Sunday Jan 26 with 2 30 and 10 45 AM sessions and 7 30 PM prayer meetings.
In Mineola New York Jacques Le Bandy, a wealthy eccentric, was shot by his common law wife Marie Au Ruetine at their Westbury home. The grand jury will reconvene Tuesday as counsel for Mme Le Buudy indicates seeking letters of administration to safeguard interests. The self-styled Emperor of the Sahara is believed to have died intestate with an estate ranging from 2,000,000 to 12,000,000 dollars.
Fragmentary report describes a South Dakota homestead claim and settlement efforts, noting an AM Manian Farina resident and C M Walter of Winter Avenue. It mentions long journeys, a try at cowboy life, Sunday schools, and general Western life details from the period.
Washington, January 17. The administration announced suspension of coal regulations pending review by the Coal Commission and related agencies. The move delays provisions affecting mining operations and penalties, effective February 1, with potential later adjustments subject to further action by federal authorities.
Ministers and women from churches in New Castle met at Zion M E to discuss forming a Y W C A for colored people. They favored the idea but noted it would take time. The Y W offered one night weekly for colored girls. no firm arrangements yet until committees meet with the Y W board.
Deaths of the Day report the passing of HW Lely Ulla aged 3 who died at home near New Galllne last night around 12 30 after a period of illness with a general complication of diseases. She leaves her parents and one brother Lawl. Funeral arrangements will be held at 2 oclock Saturday afternoon from her former residence.
A garbled report notes a world cotton conference in Washington with speculation on arriving dignitaries and preparations by the United States and affiliated groups to address cotton burdens. Names and details are unclear due to OCR issues.
A fragment mentions spinners aimed at influencing war conditions and notes the market could react accordingly. The unreadable text lacks clear entities, dates, places, or concrete actions, leaving only a vague sense of efforts to alter the war and market expectations.
Edward Wooten and Barney Kockis, one year old, and five other men faced Mayor Newell on vagrancy charges. Residents from Baltimore and other towns claimed to seek work, but the mayor ordered them to leave town as there is no work. Alice Mackey was arrested for holding up men late at night and will have a hearing this afternoon with officers present.
The Cleveland or Chicago report states a Syracuse grown girl Miss Nleanore Spoudieton reportedly wrote a note to Jane saying she was tired of life and would end it, asking not to tell her parents. Police received the note via the sister and are investigating the apparent suicide attempt amid concerns of nervous strain and poison.
Applications for new trials have been made in the cases of Donaph Challis and Maury A. Hoste, who were rewardin yordiets agin the baronh of Elwood City for dant inten. The details are unclear due to damaged text, but the actions involve requests for reconsideration or new proceedings in the local court.
Topeka Kansas reports Ty Botkin secretary of State says the muskrat has forecast a mild winter for Kansas. The old standby weather predictor for 40 years, the muskrat is said to outshine a goyscbene in predicting gentler seasons. The quote notes the muskrat’s limited house building on mild winters.
Deceased Kansas case reports Alfred Nichols a 200 pound man beating his 75 year old mother Mrs Penelope Nichols at her home. He received a $100 fine and costs after testimony of abuse including a whip strike. The judge presiding was Acting Judge John George in the Northside court.
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