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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1939
Page
1
Washington coverage notes Hitler strengthening military preparedness and a drive to the east while suppressing opposition to Hopkins. The piece details financial control shifts, new diplomatic moves, and a decree reorganizing defense militia as Jews face intensified restrictions amid disrupted conferences. Senatorial battles over Hopkins' nomination unfold with promises of further debate.
Fragmented account notes New Castle, Pennsylvania as a growing town at the junction of Shenanke and NesHanock Creeks with coal and water power nearby. It lists foundries, mills, four churches, and a female seminary amid a broader river valley scene.
Weather forecast notes for the U4 hotel period in SE Australia include near term temperature ranges and minimums. Data references unclear locations and dates, with imprecise measurements and odd spellings.
Mrs Esthey Sichler, wife of a Los Angeles sheriff captain, becomes the first person to fire a .38 revolver for 20 straight three-Inch bull’s-eyes at 25 yards, as reported by Central Press.
Mrs. Clark Gable estranged wife of the famed screen actor moved into a leased Las Vegas home to establish legal residence for filing a divorce complaint. She is represented by attorney Frank Mc Jr, who will handle the case. details about the grounds were unclear.
Officers and directors of the Greater New Castle Association inaugurate a general membership drive February 6 and will be spearing guests at the fourth annual banquet of the Junior Chamber of Commerce in The Castle on Monday evening January 22. Dinner served at 6:90. Judge W Walter Braham will be principal speaker with Howard M Writ as anniversary chairman.
Washington January 21 with 24 working days left before funds run out the Works Progress Administration faces a shutdown risk as a House approved deficiency appropriation of 725 million dollars goes to the Senate Appropriations Committee. The panel is expected to back the subcommittee’s 725 million figure, far below Roosevelt’s 875 million demand, amid bipartisan pressure for relief.
Pittsburgh January 21 a bar tender holdup at Union Grill netted $43. Steve Zorich 26 a grill employee tackled the fleeing gunman Michael Foley 27 later identified himself and was captured near a block from the scene by another employee and a pursuing officer. The bandits missed hundreds in a rear cash register a . 42 caliber revolver was recovered in a nearby lot.
GVON Jan. 21 Chair May of the house military committee announced completion of a plan for compulsory training for CCC enrollees. An administration bill would make the CCC a permanent government agency. Some committee members favor compulsory military training for CCC camps as part of Roosevelts rearmament program.
DR M curdy will share in program. Senior High Chorus will perform. Organist to play. Members urged to participate in the service this Sunday evening at the high school.
Senior High School graduates and community members will hear Rev William W. McLean deliver The Challenge of Life as the baccalaureate sermon at the Mid-year group’s Cathedral Sunday evening at 7 45. Dr. McCurdy will assist Rev McLean, pastor of Epworth Church and president of the New Castle Ministerial association, with the service opening to early. An organ recital by A Alfred Taylor will precede the sermon.
The House Republicans, the most formidable minority since the New Deal era, meet in Washington to plan a militant strategy against what they call unrounded administration. They forecast bitter battles on many issues this session and warn a GOP Democrat coalition might dethrone New Deal leadership on some questions. They abandon the old policy to pursue their own program and adopt extraordinary procedures to keep party unity for the 1940 national campaign.
Township supervisors and Auditors of Lawrence county will meet for the fifth consecutive year in the court house Friday January 27. The annual convention lasts one day with sessions morning and afternoon. President J E Conway will open the convention at 10 o clock with P red up Rentz scheduled to give the address of welcome. Short talks by each of the supervisors. Froyd L Colon George H Bolinger and A R Turner will follow. County Solicitor William McElwr Jr and District Township Engineer Ernest Trimble will close the morning session in the afternoon officers will be elected for the coming year and addresses heard from State Senator William J Broe Jr Assemblymen Garmi G Preston and W Sharp Pullergon.
WAUKEGAN Illinois January 21 12 0 employees of George W Morris received envelopes each containing a $100 present to mark the firms 25th anniversary. Morris recalled his early wages of 32 cents an hour and praised his loyal staff saying the celebration was the best way to honor the employees.
Two persons died in a Chicora Pennsylvania dance hall fire. Fire swept through the hall as neighbors were alerted. the cause was undetermined. The victims included Mr. and Mrs. Russell, with their bodies found amid the burned ruins.
Ganlam Roger W. Rowland was named a member of the General State Authority on Friday and named president of the board. The authority oversees the state funded building program including the Butler hospital and new structures at Peon State, illustrating its ongoing impact on major public projects.
Harrisburg January 21 The employment board for the Department of Public Assistance has announced appointments from Lawrence County. Juniors selected include Roeder C Streeter Ellwood City Edward G Tees New Castle and James Locus New Castle with salary ranges 140 to 1980 dollars.
The will of late Col. Jacob Ruppert bequeaths one third of his fortune to Moss Weyant, described as a dear friend, with total estate estimates ranging from 39 million to 70 million. A $200,000 bequest goes to Miss Wegan.
Journal report on January notes unsettled payroll for newly added P U C employees. Budget delays and a dispute over Arthur H James's approval delay payroll funding. Governor James claims he has not approved the increased budget yet, risking job losses for staff.
Dufford of Troop 3 selected by Boy Scouts to serve as mayor for two hours in the City Building during Scout Week February 18. Other honorary officials include Councilmen John Gaston Jr, Richard Klimevsmlth, Richmond Playon, Bud Fisher and Ed Hewitt.
Weekly outlook covers North and Middle Atlantic regions with light rain or snow Sunday night and snow in the north, rain in the south. Colder conditions midweek with warmer spells near Thursday night, temperatures generally below normal for much of the week, then above normal later.
The Greater New Castle Association announces a citywide Idea Contest offering cash prizes up to 59. Judges will consider every resident's input on how to advance New Castle. Entries may be up to 50 words per answer, addressing four questions about the association's goals and progress.
The Senate appropriations committee voted 17 to 7 to approve a $725 million appropriation for the next five months. The panel reduced the President’s request by about $150 million, with the lower WPA fund still approved despite the smaller total.
Death notices list William Parker Morse of Youngstown Ohio and Rebecca Jane Shaner Mercer County. Emma A. Beck age 8 of 789 Oak Street. Edward H. Ort age 51 from Rule Point.
Citizens report a dramatic air battle over Barcelona described as the greatest combat since the Spanish War began. Defenders reportedly hold firm with backs to the wall as tensions rise and local observers describe intense engagement near the city gates.
James Ponders a super high way project with funding questions and official figures. mention of Governor Arthur Goavertin and SON Week hints at ongoing coverage. The readable text implies continued discussion on a large transportation initiative with financial and political implications.
A jumbled OCR passage lists scattered names and terms such as Arthur Memeter Corneo and Shem at anu alongside disjoint phrases about gangs, games, and locations. The text lacks coherent events or clear context to summarize into a full report.
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