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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1908
Page
3
Miss Lena Winternitz hosted a midweek matinee at Groton Avenue for about twenty four young city girls. A luncheon with small flags as souvenirs preceded a game of 500 won by Miss Jean Young and Miss Frances Leavy, with Mrs. Quincy McBride assisting.
Mrs Walter Leslie of Pueblo and Miss Henrietta Stonestreet of Baltimore were seated as guests when Mrs C A McCready of Shaw Street presided over the Circulating Book club. The afternoon included music by Misses Florence White Sara Dana Falls and Margaret Sankey and refreshments were served before adjournment until two weeks hence with Miss Florence White.
Mr and Mrs C C Johnson of New Bedford were married last week and held a large reception at the Presbyterian Church Wednesday evening. Christian Endeavor society members and friends organized the event with over 60 guests attending. Patriotic decorations and refreshments were provided.
James Lo tus offers ice cream for the Fourth with vanilla strawberry and chocolate flavors. Prices listed are 85 cents per gallon 15 cents per pint and 25 cents per quart at 564 South Mill Street Bell phone 79 L 26912.
Miss Bessie Barnhart of Pittsburg street and Mr Earle Mowery of Ellwood City wed at the Barnhart home with only immediate family present. The ceremony at 4 30 pm was officiated by Rev H J Whalen of the First Baptist Church with bridesmaid Miss Arley Montgomery and best man Mr David Frazier. After a wedding dinner the couple plan a Mercer county visit before settling in Ellwood City where the groom works as a machinist.
Local residents take note of the marriage of Miss Pearl Lowers of Sharon formerly of this city and Mr. Ernest Cartwright of Sharon. The ceremony occurred Tuesday afternoon at the home of Rev. Horace McKinney. Miss Lowers lived here for years and has relatives in the area.
Miss Belle OBrien assistant secretary of the Retail Grocers Association travels to Chicago to visit relatives for several weeks. She is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Edward OBrien of Miller Avenue.
Miss Olive Hay of Spruce Street plans an informal reception this Thursday evening in honor of Miss Lois Heyl of Slippery Rock. Attendees and remarks are expected to follow social custom.
Harry M. Good of this city and Miss Ella Nye of Enon Valley wed quietly at the bride’s home on Thursday. The ceremony at 2 o’clock was officiated by Rev. Pender with immediate family present. They planned to go to Denver for the Democratic national convention and will reside at 101 Boyles avenue after September 1.
The Women's Foreign Missionary society of the First Methodist church plans a picnic at Mrs. Eli Covert's home on Youngstown road. Joseph Reynolds of Boyles avenue will give a stag musicale at his parents' home. Mrs. George Hoelzle of Wallace avenue will host the Highland 500 club.
Arrangements were made for a family picnic at Cascade park on Wednesday evening July 15. Mentor club ladies met with Mrs. J. W. Sankey of North Mercer street to plan the gathering.
A marriage license was granted in Youngstown to Martin Fabian and Katie Cikell, both residents of the city.
Notice to all Loyal Orange lodges 76 24 129 and 44 meeting in Fidelis hall Washington and Mercer Streets July 5 at 7 o clock to attend church in full regalia. G IM Buchanan recording secretary.
Mr and Mrs H A Rugh and family entertained Mrs Bell and daughter Rebecca of Greensburg as visiting guests. Mrs Bell stayed briefly while Rebecca's visit would last several weeks. An informal reception Thursday afternoon drew younger social circles and refreshments were served with assistance from Olive Rugh and Jean Young. Lucille Winkler of Louisville and Frances Allen of the Fountain Inn attended as out of town guests.
Six visitors from Sharon held the place of honor Wednesday afternoon when Mrs Anna Stockman of Pittsburg street entertained the Car nation Kensington. The attendance was large and the meeting one of unusual interest. At a suitable hour a delicious supper was served. The hostess was assisted by her daughter Miss Belle Stockman and Miss Hazel Thomas. Mrs Sadie Hartland of Pennsylvania Avenue will entertain the Kensington in four weeks when the election of officers will take place.
As a compliment to Mrs Walter Leslie and daughter Catherine and their guest Miss Ada Thatcher of Pueblo Col, they are the house guests of Mr and Mrs J M Clark of.
Highland avenue resident W D Clark hosted a luncheon for 15 guests at the Lawrence club Wednesday at one o clock. This Thursday afternoon Mrs George D Blair invited guests to a country club luncheon in honor of Mrs Leslie, featuring summer flowers and an elaborate menu.
Mrs Esther Kissick visits Youngstown and Miss Frances Allen in Mercer. Archie Murphy joins Mr and Mrs Barnhart in Pittsburg. Miss Ella Pendergast from Chicago stays with uncle D P Cooper and is a former Mercer resident. Mrs Bell and daughter Rebecca visit relatives in Greensburg. Shiplers vacation in Stoneboro. Blanch Shipler in Mercer. G W Gibson and W R McKnight family return from Mechanicsburg. Rev W G Reagle family from Philadelphia visiting Local 11 Round Street. Birth announced for June Webster in Rochester Pa, daughter, Lyda Truxall formerly. Mr Truxall known among New Castle railroad men.
Mr W T Harrington has purchased S A Willsons interest in Harrington and Willson Insurance. The business will be conducted until further notice in the name of W T Harrington. W T Harrington S A Willson.
Bargain hunters flock to Blevins’ at 215 Hast North Street for a half price hat sale advertised as trimmed hats. The brief notice highlights discount pricing and limited stock.
New Wilmington residents complain the borough runs street lights on a moonlight schedule. Last night lights weren’t on until about 9 30 after prayer meetings. The light committee will consider action at the first council meeting.
The Iron and Trade Review notes an improved iron and steel position as the year enters the second half. Price reductions, buyers demands, and industry judgment have clarified the market with less doubt about price levels and a completed readjustment.
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