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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1939
Page
1
French Army to field developments of the day as Europe tensions rise. Premier outlines steps to speed preparations for defense, with Poland receiving aid assurances. Germany faces Allied warnings while Danzi g question looms over potential final settlement. British reports note cautious stance and possible trips to Danzig by Hitler.
A garbled local notice discusses Fourth of July celebrations and firecracker restrictions, noting a state ban on sales outside organized displays. It mentions Penna Power Company plans near West Trsbure, weather, detours, and a looming weekend to reduce fire hazards while motor police manage traffic.
Weather statistics cover the 24 hour period ending at ame Priday ace. Maximum temperature 43. River stage 48. Precipitation 0. Yearly data show minimum temperature 21 and no precipitation.
Washington July 1 The House kept the arms and ammunition embargo on shipments to nations at war in a dramatic session. The vote was 200 to 12 as lawmakers backed a Bloom administration bill after rejecting repeal moves. Senate action now looms as foreign relations committee prepares for a showdown.
British Labor issues a manifesto titled Why Kill Each Other arguing against war in the Reich. Broadcast by the BBC in English and German, the message warns Germans that continued conflict invites war and places blame on Adolf Hitler. Originating from London via the International News Service.
A July 7 blast near Oil City Pennsylvania shattered windows across Oil City Reuxeville Rynd Farm and Meaty carly. Over 400 quarts of nitroglycerine stored near Ellis Hall Sons & Co. exploded though no workers were on site and no casualties were reported. The cause remains unknown as residents within 13 miles were startled by the blast.
Death notices list Raymond A. Phillips aged 38 of New York City Nick Bartolovic aged 73 of Carban and David John Olinger aged 70 from Lawrence County. The brief notices appear in a Saturday death record dated July 2 1939.
Police claim Campbell McDonald aged 26, son of murdered Mrs. Margaret Campbell, former film actress, confessed after arrest in Santa Monica. The body of the actress was found battered by a hammer in her Hollywood rooming house. the son had been missing since the discovery.
The 20 year old beauty contest winner Simpton Mackensack New Jersey who lost both legs in an accident plans to marry her high school sweetheart James Stewart. He stayed at her bedside and their families supported her as she rebuilt her life. Jessie now walks with artificial legs and runs a beauty shop, expressing happiness and resolve to others facing misfortune.
Pennsylvania motor police in July received instruction from Lieutenant Hudak directing officers to enforce the state law prohibiting sale possession or discharge of fireworks in the district. The mandate requires active patrols and penalties for violations.
Washington July 1 Roosevelt and Congress enter a new fiscal year amid widening gaps on national economy and foreign relations. A marathon session saw a Senate filibuster against extending the president's monetary powers while approving a relief bill aimed at reforming WPA operations and curbing federal spending.
The 14 hour Senate filibuster blocked action on Roosevelt’s devaluation powers and currency stabilization fund. Democrats pushed for timely voting on the conference report while Attorney General Murphy says presidential powers would continue. Republican objections were addressed to set a Wednesday vote at 5 p.m. on the conference report.
International News Service reports Pittsburgh forecaster W S Brodzman predicts a mostly dry first two days of the Fourth of July weekend with moderate temperatures, followed by showers on Monday and the holiday. He cautions the forecast may still change.
Troop K from the 103rd Cavalry returned home at 7 this morning from Camp Wood Annville Pa after a highly successful encampment. The unit led in athletic honors and dominated maneuvers and reviews, earning praise from brigade officers. Troop K won three trophies in a standout display led by Corporal Chester Walter Joe Perrotha Mac Polock and Ben Nessle. Pole to share heavyweight honors due to mutual dominance.
Somerville New Jersey authorities investigate a crash in a field near the airport in a sudden squall. The rented plane killed the pilot Frank Plaizer, 25, and injured or killed his passenger. Both were described as local boys.
Paris July 1 Allied authorities weigh drastic options amid fears of a Kitler coup in Danzig. A Franco-British squadron could be dispatched to Danzig via the Baltic if Anglo French Russian cooperation advances enough to grant access to Kronstadt base.
A downtown procession marked the citys second annual pet parade Friday afternoon. A large crowd watched as youths from New Cantley Educational Recreation and The Townsmen led a lively march along South Jefferson Street to Washington and Croton, judged from a Washington Street truck by Joseph R. Townsmen president and Rob Hodge among others.
International News Service reports a man named Joseph Shapiro killed his wife Roser Shapiro, 87, and their daughter Rhoda Shapiro, before attempting to flee. Neighbors said the couple were separated. the double homicide occurred in a Bronx apartment with a pistol. Police spread the alert citywide as the killer fled. The article notes a continuation on another page.
Secretary Hull denounced the House for not passing administration neutrality legislation and urged Congress to reconsider its stance. He warned the New Deal position and emphasized the administration will not retreat from its neutrality program, proposing continued support for compulsory arms embargo provisions.
Four people die in a sudden July cloudburst in East Rutherford New Jersey as floodwaters swept children Sophis Kostop billig and Arthus Unger old and Willis Stergleman 50 and Laws Henry Pei az into a sewer. Rescuers abandoning their cars attempted to reach victims. Strong currents pulled all into the sewer, ending the tragedy.
London reports Britain and France will support Poland if Danzig returns to the Reich or if Poland advances into Danzig. Prime Minister Chamberlain and a government spokesman warned Hitler that war will follow any forceful seizure, promising British and French backing for Poland.
A cautious German assessment framed the Danzig situation as a peaceful step, with no planned assault on the outer lands. Officials warned that any Polish coup would provoke talks but stressed restraint in the face of mounting tension and media caution.
A garbled passage describes someone named Arthur and Keil amid a muddled day of work. It mentions afternoon activity, clothing, and a sense of weather and effort, with unclear actions and names. The text blends nonsensical phrases, creating a rough, fragmented scene without clear events or outcomes.
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