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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1908
Page
8
New Wilmington July 15. The Neshannock Presbyterian church youth rode in haywagons to James L. Crooks home four miles west for a lawn social. Over 80 attendees from the country joined local youths for games and lantern light refreshments.
Henry M. Burbank, a Chicago broker, is revealed as the hero of a romance after Frank Gwynne Satterlee consents to his eloping daughter’s marriage. Miss Satterlee, brought from a convent in Marseilles, met Burbank in Chicago, fled to Switzerland for marriage, and honeymooned in New York.
A list of social notes from Bessemer area mentions the birth of a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. Dick Aubrey. Several residents and visitors are listed including Myer Shuklansky in Newcastle on business, Miss Bertha Benson visiting Lowellville, and groups visiting relatives in Poland Struthers and McKees Rocks.
The illustrated publication describes a trip from Niagara to the 1000 Islands, then along the St Lawrence Rapids to Montreal and the Saguenay river. Copies cost six cents postage and are sent to H Igpster Chaffe at A G P A R O N Ca Toronto Canada.
New Castle resident John G. McCann testifies to Doan's Kidney Pills curing back pains from long hours of work jump from wagon. He reports relief and lasting health, urging others with kidney symptoms to try the remedy sold by all dealers at 50 cents, Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY.
An effort to reorganize St. Luke's Episcopal mission in Ellwood City is under Trinity Church New Castle. Rev. R G Roscamp visited and plans regular services. New residents from nearby towns boost growth as two committees study ground. A service is slated for July 28 with an address and evening prayer to follow.
Milan July 15 Venturini a famed European vocalist was arrested on charges of assaulting the 11 year old daughter of his landlord before leaving for England. He had just returned from a season in Covent Garden London. If found guilty he faces 15 years solitary confinement. The girl says he threatened to kill her if she spoke.
The June Popular Mechanics states a properly made asbestos shingle roof will outlast the building. Exposure to the elements causes the cement to crystallize, steadily hardening and becoming more serviceable with time, reducing maintenance costs as weather protects the shingles better than paint or dressing.
The article extols Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery and related products as lasting, effective remedies with transparent ingredients. It highlights the brand’s two decades of popularity, notes the absence of alcohol in its tonics, praises Pleasant Pellets, and urges readers to demand genuine Pierce formulations over substitutes.
London July 196. Americans and their British admirers entered day three optimistic as the United States won the hammer throw and the 1 500 meter run while trailing in the 3 500 meter walk and 20 kilometer bicycle race. The Yankee fans’ exuberance prompted British observers to complain of noisy cheering and a loss of decorum.
A New York dispatch says the Erie railroad plans a new line from New Castle to Pittsburg. If rebuilt and double tracked, the Sharon and New Castle branch leased by Erie could enable the Erie to reach Pittsburg independently, backed by J. P. Morgan, strengthening its position against Vanderbilt lines for freight traffic.
In Columbus the Kentucky Prohibition delegation debated remarks about Mrs. Alice Roosevelt Longworth. H. W. Davis proposed inviting the Longworths to the national convention, but critics objected to alleged unbecoming conduct and a Latonia race attendance. The motion was tabled as concerns over proper invitation persisted.
A large crowd from Youngstown Werren and nearby points is expected for the United Commercial Travelers association outing at Cascade Park on Wednesday July 22. A capable committee oversees the day's events and aims for an enjoyable program.
Samuel Crawford is arrested in Youngstown for assaulting Daniel Cleggett. The victim suffered severe injuries including a large facial flesh tear, near removal of an eye, and a nearly bitten finger.
The will of William Leeds who died in Paris on June 23 will be offered for probate next month. The estate is valued at 8 to 10 million dollars with a $7 million residuary portion left to the second wife’s infant daughter.
Stamford, Conn July 15 Rose Pastor Stokes wife of J G Phelps Stokes denounces President Roosevelts remarks against Socialism saying he shows ignorance of a vital issue and urging understanding before attacking the movement.
Thomas Campbell of Pittsburg and W C Dittman of Crafton nearly died when their improvised sailboat capsized at Conneaut Lake Monday. The craft overturned midway across the lake.
Marie Harris of 314 College St Piqua Onto credits Dr Miles Nervine with easing years of nervousness headaches and fatigue. The ad claims Nervine restores nervous energy and supports heart lungs stomach and other organs and offers a money back guarantee through Miles Medical Co. Elkhart Ind.
The twenty sixth annual convention of the National Association of Plumbers opened a four day session in Boston. The 12th annual Jewish Chautauqua assembly began sessions in Buffalo. Two daylight robbers attempted to steal the cash drawer in San Francisco. Miss Anna T Morgan visited Berlin for workingmen’s conditions study. Mrs Fannie Tapack's body in Paterson was exhumed for poisoning tests. A Davis report urges strict wheat flour grading for farmers and millers. Sultan’s unpaid soldiers mutiny spreads in Macedonian garrisons as Monastir troops are ordered to punish deserters. Rain hopes rise in New England as fires scour the forests. Four men saved from drowning and 1388 yachts narrowly escaped fire when the tug Mentor burned at Jackson park pier.
Miss Ruth Boyd returns to Pulaski after visiting friends. Mr. and Mrs. John Buxton of New Castle stay with W. Buxton over Sunday. Mrs. M. McCarthy and daughter Helen of Ellwood visit Prof. J. W. Watson. Miss Emma McWilliams Nellie Boyd and Katherine Minnick attend the National Educational convention in Cleveland with a Niagara Falls lake trip. Ladies' Aid box social set for July 16 to fund church repairs.
An unidentified foreign man was struck by an Erie train last night and was badly injured. He was taken to a Youngstown hospital in critical condition.
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