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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1908
Page
4
An ad asserts kidney disease is widespread and urges Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a cure for kidney, bladder and related pains. It claims the remedy corrects urinary issues, reduces nocturnal trips, and references a free sample bottle and book by mail from Dr. Kilmer and Co of Binghamton New York.
At a meeting within a week definite action is expected on iron ore price schedules for 1908. Railroads through New Castle hold about 14 million tons stored at lake ports, so some urge no rush to adjust rates while others urge reduction. Carnegie interests favor reaffirming 1907, while non mining rivals push for cuts. Demand likely to mirror last season as plants resume. Railway notes report minor improvements, crews added on B&O and P&LE, and Pennsy sometimes using extra engine. clerical staff unaffected. A stockholders meeting of P&LE is set in Pittsburg today to elect officials.
John D Rockefeller's Pocantico Hills estate near Tarrytown, New York, is overwhelmed by job seekers after an announcement that foreign laborers would be discharged and Americans hired. Hundreds visited yesterday and today’s rush grew strong, with Superintendent Heminway noting the challenge of meeting demand while offering access to wood in the woods.
An advertising claim in a New York book store window boasted Bibles sold at unprecedented low prices. The display featured the line Satan trembles when he sees Bibles sold as low as these, highlighting the bold sales pitch amid praise for advertising prowess.
Ellwood City boards and the public await a decision on stopping the 11:45 express from Pittsburg to Ellwood station. Dr D D Cunningham said General Superintendent G L Peck is hospitalized with typhoid fever, delaying any ruling. Subordinates cannot decide in his absence.
County commissioner candidate Uncle John Pitts spent a day in Ellwood City meeting residents and praising the town. He noted the friendly people and said he wished he had visited sooner. Pitts, seeking a second term, met Jacob Corl who is also running, then departed for New Castle to meet railroad men at Mahoningtown.
William Clyde of Crescent avenue, worker at Seidel's, broke his left arm lifting a drill shaft last Thursday when the other end of the massive shaft fell. He quickly moved to avoid further injury and narrowly avoided a fracture to his right arm. Clyde is reported to be recovering rapidly.
A New England scientist links serious lung problems to neglected coughs and colds and warns against cough syrups. Vinol cod liver preparation is pitched as a stomach friendly alternative that strengthens lungs, builds blood, boosts appetite, and offers a money back guarantee through Paisley Pharmacy in New Castle, Pennsylvania.
J. N. Akers a 45 year old structural iron worker fell from a bridge as a crane boom swung and struck him at the Connoquenessing creek North Sewickley. He died minutes after being taken to Ellwood and a coroner inquest is set. He lived in Aberdeen Maryland and worked for Marshall McClintic Co.
Residents near Portersville amid a string of recent robberies are installing extended burglar alarms. The system links neighboring homes to provide instant notice of forcible entry. Ellwood workers are canvassing Portersville to set up a tamper resistant electrical link between houses.
G F Douds, a young local businessman, purchased the opera house billiard rooms and bowling alleys along with a lengthy lease. W L Douglas sold fixtures and goodwill after recent ownership changes. The venue features five pool tables and two bowling alleys and will host local and visiting matches once refitting is complete.
Trustees of the First Presbyterian Church report growing subscriptions toward paying the church debt. They have not yet secured the full amount and several members have not been approached.
Ellwood City residents holding two or more shares of the United States Steel Company stock will receive a $2,000,000 bonus fund. The payout stems from five years of missed bonuses and adds to the regular $5 yearly bonus, with about 150 shares held locally yielding roughly $10,560 in total.
Stockholders of the Standard Engineering company held a meeting to elect directors for the ensuing year. Manager C. D. Coban reported the firm was doing comfortable business given national conditions. Elected directors were C. A. Martin, R. C. Stiefel, H. B. Blatt and C. D. Cobau.
Friends report the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Bernard Halzgrefe in Pittsburg on Saturday. Mrs. Halzgrefe, formerly Miss Laddie Davis, rose from a sick bed to join the ceremony and is now enjoying a honeymoon as friends anticipate a serenade in the near future.
Two children in the Curry building in Ellwood are diagnosed with scarlet fever. Health officer Dr. D. D. Cunningham has ordered a quarantine for the families of Albert Crone and Richard Sims. Officials say no wider contagion risk exists and public safeguards are in place.
Ellwood City Knights of the Golden Eagle commandery No. 364 will hold a Thursday smoker preceded by a banquet. O. T. Adams will cater a banquet at the Stiefel block restaurant with entertainment chaired by Dr D. D. Cunningham assisted by E. Buchanan Bert McKim L. H. Rubberman and J. R. Hunter. A party of members and ladies attended a mock trial at the New Castle Knights meeting and praised the evening.
F E Smith a structural iron inspector for the Baltimore and Ohio railroad company called on Ellwood employees yesterday. He traveled from the Baltimore end but is known along the entire line and spent the afternoon with local company representative John Rowland.
Numerous townspeople report grip illness including Mrs H L Clarke Jr and Mrs W H Tinker as well as Miss Lora Belle Runyon. Several residents such as BE Knoblock and Charles Blatt travel to towns like Pittsburg on business. Last line notes W L Miller of Blatt Hardware ill with an attack of the grip.
The article argues that prudent buying, like right living, yields a strong life and business success. It notes merchants rarely buy in medium quantities to keep stock fresh, a practice Johnston advocates against their opposition.
Citizens of Ellwood are urged to contribute items of interest by leaving them at Collingwood's news stand on Sixth street. The notice invites community input for The News and local coverage.
A year old daughter is ill with the measles. T. A. Wilson returned home after visiting Evans City and Butler. Mrs. R. L. Brown of Swissvale visits S. A. Hartung in Second street. D. J. Mulcahy of City Hotel made a business trip to Pittsburg. Joseph Simon of Simon brothers also traveled to Pittsburg. Charles Richards called to New Brighton for his mother’s illness. H. H B. Fingal visiting town returns to Pittsburg. Reuben Temple to return to Scotland via New York Friday. A. L. Barlett of New Castle attended Metropolitan Insurance work in town. Lost bright gold bracelet at Nickelodeon or Lawrence avenue Saturday. return to Johnston's drug store for reward.
J. H. Nicholson third vice president of Shelby Tube company toured the local plant yesterday. While no definite word was secured, the general conditions of the plant were reported as very satisfactory.
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