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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1908
Page
1
Secretary Taft’s letter to Representative Parsons urges support for Governor Hughes with a solid delegation. The gambit aims to thwart favorite sons and shift momentum, potentially securing Taft’s path to the 1909 Republican nomination amid Roosevelt’s suspected influence.
A morning fire at the J Regester Sons brass foundry in Baltimore killed five firefighters and injured 22 others. Chief George W Horton and Lt Frederick W Harmon among the dead, with extensive property loss estimated at 500000 dollars. The blaze spread rapidly through the six story building, causing widespread damage to surrounding plants and city records.
John Greer of Sharon now owns Red Jacket, G L Patterson's trotter, famed for a 2 16 ¼ record last summer. Greer plans shipping the horse to England after securing a flattering offer amid Patterson’s initial reluctance to sell. The trotter drew strong demand last season.
Philadelphia January 24. Andrew Jackson Detsch, charged with killing Harry Ferree, faces a likely verdict tonight after closing arguments. Prosecutor Taulane urged intent while defense Clem ent emphasized Detsch acted as if shooting a burglar. The judge charged the jury and they retired shortly after noon.
Robert Barton again in county jail after attempting to kill Charles Wimer night clerk at Ellwood City hotel with a knife. He then tried to hang himself in the city lockup and later in the county jail. Barton, described as a giant negro and dope fiend, got 30 days for his latest conduct.
Dr. Ben Reitman was released on $200 bail after a riot in Chicago led by the unemployed. Reitman, arraigned before Municipal Judge Sadler, faces trial next Monday. Seymour Steadman acted as his attorney. In New York, 2000 unemployed listened to speakers urging revolt at the Lexow assembly. Alexander Berkman spoke among others about wealth and robbery.
Alfred W. Dennett known as Angel Dennett, once a fortune builder with a chain of lunch rooms in major cities, died at 72 in Stockton California. Once worth over $500,000, he died poor amid ventures tied to religious enthusiasm. He gained prominence years ago with New York restaurants famed for scriptural mottoes on their walls.
Frank May, foreman of the Pittsburg Fulminite Powder company at Fombell near Ellwood City, died Thursday night from burns suffered in a Tuesday evening blast. He aged about 35, survived by his wife and three children, and the family lived nearby the plant.
Tomorrow's class city primaries close saloons as required by law. No contests appear on the ballot with Socialists the sole participants, leaving little interest in the election.
John Wier of Possum Hollow who shot his wife last Sunday morning and attempted suicide is improving slowly. He is expected to be moved for a hearing tomorrow and has been under guard since admission.
James McWilliams of the Sixth ward runs for re election to the office of constable. A long time resident and assessor for 20 years and constable for 12 years his popularity and lack of strong opposition suggest an assured re election. He is noted as an active constable and friendly to residents of all ages.
The offshore storm blocks the harbor with tugs and tows seeking shelter. The Fall River Line steamer Providence brings 400 passengers here and departs east on a special boat after dragging anchors. Nearby ships include the Kennec, Edgemont, Porland steamer, and Massachusetts anchored near Fisher's Island. Fisher's Island life saving crew members are ill. only the captain remains, with volunteers sought as substitutes.
At Wampum Presbyterian Church Rev. E. R. Tait has led special services for ten days with encouragement and success. Twenty four new members have joined, twenty two of them last Sunday. The meetings will close next Wednesday evening.
Samuel M. Gibson born August 7 1849 in Lawrence county died Friday morning at 6 20 at his home in Ne Shannock township after long illness including tuberculosis and a prior stroke. He taught school many years and farmed. survived by wife Jennie and children Charles Raymond George Roscoe and Hattie C. with several siblings. Funeral Sunday at 2 30 at King's chapel with burial in the cemetery.
Death records list Robert P. Reed age 53 of Lackawanna township. Mrs Edna McCracken of Bennett Washington PD. C Mrs Harriet Shimp 87 of Princeton. Samuel M. Gibson 58 of Nesnank township. Mrs Laura F E McDonald 68 Green Ia. Frank May 33 of Fombell.
A fierce snow storm fueled a seven hour fire that destroyed Portland Maine city hall valued at $800000. The blaze damaged Chestnut Street church, threatened the business district, and scorched records. snow on roofs prevented wider spread while city hall dome collapsed after 4 am.
In New York on January 24 court recessed Thaw proceedings as attorney Littleton sought a Monday adjournment to allow Adriatic witnesses and a recovering Dr. Bingaman to appear. Justice Dowling granted the break to streamline the trial preparation. Evelyn Thaw denied family estrangement rumors and said she fears nothing, noting she keeps her own notes.
Telegraphic briefs report heavy snow across New England with New York City in a blizzard. Items include legal, political, and social notes from Chicago to New York and beyond, with deaths, weddings, and suspicious crimes amid the wintry weather.
For Western Pennsylvania tonight and Saturday expect fair skies easing into increasing cloudiness and warmer temperatures. Some snow flurries possible near Lake Erie as winds shift. no major storm.
Mrs. Joseph Baker of McCaslin is guest of her daughter Mrs. J. R. Speer on Johnson avenue.
Miss Jennie Boggs of Chestnut Street is ill with grip. The short notice notes her illness and location without additional details.
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