Murder May Result From Pistol Play in Ellwood City
Ellwood City residents awoke to a shooting at the Morar apartments on Lawrence avenue. Nick Jonia a Roumanian claims to work for County Detective William H. Dunlap was shot in the neck and taken to Ellwood City hospital in critical condition. Elizabeth Morar his wife is held at the police station as authorities contemplate charges and the public reels from the incident. Local officers withhold details while Dunlap investigates whether Jonia acted as a county employee or as a husband. The shooting occurred shortly before nine o clock this morning and drew large crowds to the scene and city hall. Continued on page eleven.
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Ellwood City
Jan
Nick Jonia
William H. Dunlap
Elizabeth Morar
Dambach
Lawrence Avenue
Genna
Ellwood City Hospital
Gonia
Morar
Samuel Parker
German Liner President Sunk Near Havana by Berwick
The British cruiser Berwick sank the Hamburg American liner President off Havana nine miles from shore while en route from Puerto Rico to Havana. Gunfire was heard along the coast last night, suggesting the ship attempted to flee but was overwhelmed.
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Havana
Berwick
Cuban State Department
Senor Acaba
Poto Rico
Sunday Meets Pres. Wilson and Bryan
The Washington meeting marks Billy Sunday the evangelist's first major posture in the capital as he plans to describe what would happen if Jesus came to the capital. He is introduced to President Wilson by Secretary Bryan and Rep Nelson of Wisconsin at the White House. Sunday and his entourage include Ma Sunday and Homer D. Rodeheaver.
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Washington
National Capital
Billy Sunday
Convention Hall
Philadelphia
Union Station
Ma” Sunday
Homer D. Rodeheaver
Teadher
White House
Bryan
Nelson
Wisconsin
Jesus
Inspector to Inspect Curb Lighting System
George Adams an inspector for the Underwriters' association is in the city this afternoon to inspect the curb lighting system. If not approved he will identify the issues and may require that the switches room be fireproofed before acceptance.
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George Adams
Underwriters’ Association
Unrest Of World Is Discussed At Presbyterian Meeting
Mrs. D. B. Wells of Chicago spoke at Central Presbyterian church on The Meaning of the World's Unrest. The audience listened intently as devotional services and music preceded her address about world affairs and faith amid perplexing times.
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D. B. Wells
Chicago
Central Presbyterian Church
W. W. Sniff
First Christian Church
Helen Isenberg
Miller
Lewis
Johns
Carhart
Fulton
Highland Avenue Presbyterian Church
Wells
Inauguration Arrivals for Governor-elect Brumbaugh
Crowds gather in Harrisburg as the weather bureau forecasts a cold inauguration day. Governor-elect Martin Brumbaugh and his party are due in at 6 45 pm from Philadelphia. Anticipation runs high for his first round of appointments including private secretary attorney general and secretary of state.
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Harrisburg
Weather Bureau
Martin Brumbaugh
Philadelphia
Prohibition Rider Fails in Senate DC Bill Vote
The fight to include Prohibition as a rider in the District of Columbia appropriation bill ended with the Senate voting 38 to 40 against Senator Sheppard's motion to suspend the rules. A two-thirds majority was required to carry the amendment.
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Washington
Prohibition
District of Columbia
Senate
Sheppard
Amputation Follows Freezing of Feet
Friends of Edward Matthews of the Eastside regret to learn that both feet had to be amputated after freezing while driving in the country months ago. Gangrene set in despite medical care, making the operation necessary.
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Edward Matthews
Eastside
Natl Bank of Uniontown Closes Doors
The Natl Bank of Uniontown shuts its doors as investment concerns in coal lands collapse, leaving depositors and creditors seeking guidance on access to funds and pending transactions. No further details on guarantees or reopening plans are provided.
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Nat'l Bank of
Uniontown
Uniontown Bank fails to open as depositors gather
The First National Bank of Uniontown led by J. V. Thompson failed to open at 9 am amid a dire directors meeting. Depositors crowd the rainy streets while observers note the bank’s past high standing and potential ties to Thompson's coal land investments. The state holds 45000 in deposits, insured by a 100000 surety bond, with officers listed as J W Thompson president and J M Husted vice president.
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Uniontown
First National Bank of
J. V. Thompson
Pennsylvania
Uniontown Bank
Honor Bank of the
United States
Harrisburg
State of Pennsylvania
First National Bank of Uniontown
John H. Lamb
Citizens National Bank
Lamb
Thompson
American Bank
J. W. Thompson
J. M. Husted
E. S. Hackey
F. M. Seamons
Sentence Suspended for Obra Black in Larceny Case
Judge Porter suspended sentence this morning on Obra Black who pleaded not guilty to a charge of larceny. Black, a driver for Harper Dick, slept in part of Dick's store room and denied taking a pair of shoes and a hat found in a trunk. His attorney cited a good reputation and Dick’s willingness to reemploy if released, with monthly reporting to Parole Officer Smith.
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Porter
Obra Black
Black
Harper Dick
William J. Moffatt
Sheriff alerted to sought killer Izzo in Potter County
Sheriff Carl Johnston was asked by Potter County to search for Orazio Izzo alleged to have murdered Francesco Cutri at Lyman's Run. Izzo, 35, about 5 feet 6 inches, 175 pounds, is believed to have fled toward the area.
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Carl Johnston
Potter County
Orazio Izzo
Francesco Cutri
Lyman’s Run
Izzo
Bell Cable Down on Grant Street
Bell Telephone workers repair a broken cable on Grant Street after a second line fell following the first break. All stations expected to be back in service this afternoon as the damaged cables are replaced.
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Bell Cable
Grant Street
Bell Telephone Company
Revered Sermons At Epworth Church Draw Large Crowds
Rev. H. C. Weaver preached two sermons at Epworth M E church drawing large audiences. The morning sermon argued original sin and mans fall, mercy through Christ, and redemption offered to all who accept. At invitation, two came to the altar and five others sought prayer.
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Epworth M. E. Church
H. C. Weaver
Christ
Star and Crescent Seen In Western Sky Last Night
A new moon crescent and a solitary star formed an unusual sight in the western sky last night. The star appeared closest to the crescent and visibility lasted only briefly before clouds obscured the view.
John Kernan Sentenced for Liquor Violation
John Kernan was sentenced to three months in county jail by Judge Porter for selling liquor without a license. The term runs from October 18, the arrest date, and he was released after sentencing to help support his mother and siblings.
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John Kernan
Porter
Kernan
Resignation Accepted of Dr J L Grimm
At a Fourth Presbyterian church meeting on Sunday the resignation of Dr J J Grimm was presented and accepted. He has been called to Glenn Willard church near Pittsburg and the presbytery will act soon. He will remain in the city for the rest of January.
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Fourth Presbyterian Church
J. J. Grimm
Pleaded Guilty in City Court on Liquor and Assault Charges
M. Musciones pleaded guilty before Alderman Green to selling liquor without a license and assault and battery. Prosecutor W. H. Craven handled the assault charge and County Detective Dunlap the liquor count. He was committed to jail in default of bail for the March term of court.
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M. Musciones
Alderman Green
W. H. Craven
Dunlap
Standard Oil Executive La Mon V. Harkness Dies in California
Hollister Cal Jan 18 La Mon V Harkness 64 third vice president and second largest stockholder of Standard Oil Co. is dead at his San Benito county ranch. Body will be taken to New York for burial or funeral arrangements pending.
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Hollister
Cal
Lamon V. Harkness
Standard Oil Co
San Beneto County
New York
Carnegie Steel Men Hold High Carnival At Y.M.C.A. Bldg
Carnegie Steel mill employees filled the New Castle YMCA building for a lively evening packed with boxing displays and a piano solo by David Thomas. A. B. Cartwright gave a silent speech as the crowd of workers and their families filled the gym to standing room.
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Carnegie Steel
Y.M.C.A
New Castle
David Thomas
Steel Company
Verdun encircled by German army reports say
Berlin officials announced Verdun has been encircled by German troops after a drive through the Argonne. Military experts rate the claim highly, suggesting a possible French army may be forced to surrender. Russian offensive reports were officially denied as German positions hold.
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Berlin
Amsterdam
Verdun
Soissons
Frederick William
Argonne
Marshal Bezaine
East Prussia
Poland
Warsaw
Dr. Roscamp Preaches Two Excellent Sermons
Dr. R G Roscamp of St Andrew's Episcopal mission preached two excellent sermons at Sunday services. Great interest was shown with strong attendance, especially for the evening service. The singing was a notable feature of both gatherings.
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R. G. Roscamp
St. Andrew's Episcopal Mission
Meetings Continue At First U P Church
Morning and evening services attracted large audiences as the evangelistic campaign shows favorable results with members identifying with the church. Rev Edgar of the Second church Wilkinsburg preaches tonight. Rev Lanning spoke on Seeing Jesus this morning and the pastor emphasized Sin in the evening.
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U. P
Edgar
Wilkinsburg
Lanning
Jesus
Mystery cloaks Thaw plans in Concord extradition fight
Manchester January 18 A cloak of mystery surrounds the plan of Harry K Thaw and his attorneys to counter Special Deputy Attorney General William Travis Jerome in the extradition fight over the Stanford White slaying Jerome aims to bring Thaw to New York State for trial Thaw consulted with a prominent attorney who will represent him at the Concord proceedings but refused to discuss the case.
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Manchester
N. H
Harry K. Thaw
William Travis Jerome
Stanford White
New York State
Thaw
Concord
Crowds Hear Dr Ludgate On Last Day
Crowds gather for the final day of sermons as Dr. Ludgate concludes a series at First Baptist Church. Worshippers fill the aisles as the event draws attendees from the local community.
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Dr. Ludgate
Grow in Grace Morning Theme Ends Evangelist Ludgate Concludes
The First Baptist church wrapped up three weeks of ongoing revival meetings led by Evangelist Ludgate. His plain yet kindly plea drew many converts and praise for his voice and platform presence. The morning service featured a strong enlarged choir and a solo by Dr. Ludgate. trustees including T. H. Bopp congratulated him on his city labors before the continuation note.
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First Baptist Church
Evangelist Ludgate
New Castle
Dr. Ludgate
White House welcomes President Wilson’s grandchild
The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Francis B. Sayre, noted for blue eyes and light hair, occupies the White House as President Wilson cradles him. A large stock of toys arrives for the baby as four nurses tend to Mrs. Sayre and the child while the president begins his duties.
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Washington
Wilson
Executive
Francis B. Sayre
White House
City to Purchase 1500 Feet of Hose
New Castle council plans to buy 1000 feet of fire hose and 500 feet of street department hose. Resolution by Mr. Gilmore directs the city clerk to advertise for the hose. Specifications for the fire department hose are ready and those for the street department hose are in preparation. Bids to be sought next Tuesday morning.
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New Castle
Woman pleads nolle contendere on bawdy house charge
Mrs. Rachael Reep told Judge Porter she did not commit the offense and blamed roomers for bringing trouble. She said two rooms were rented to young men who were joined by women, and she cared for a sickgirl whose later conduct damaged her. Sentence was suspended upon the payment of costs.
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Nolle Contendere
Porter
Rachael Reep
Death notices for McCormick Allen Davis Burnsides
Obituaries list several local residents including Mrs. Thomas McCormick age 53 of 1029 Clearview Ave and Mrs. Mary Kirkland Allen of Denver Colorado along with Mrs. Emma H. Davis of 1210 Mill St and Percy Paul Burnsides of Culbertson Place.
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Thomas McCormick
Clearview Ave
Mary Kirkland Allen
Denver
Col
Emma H. Davis
Mill St
Percy Paul Burnsides
Culbertson Place
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August Belmont
New York City
Riordan
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Weaver
Epworth M. E
J. L. Grimm
Standard Oil
Mr. Thomas
A. B. Cartwright
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