27 Jul 1921
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1921
Page
1
Dr William Stone president of Purdue University died while trying to rescue his wife on Mount Eanon in the Canadian Rockies. Mrs Stone was badly injured but survived with guides delivering help from Mount Assiniboine. Both climbers were experienced mountaineers. rescue attempts followed days of search. Continuous on Page Two.
Mexico City July 27 President Obregon proposed a law to grant the president extraordinary powers to oversee foreign oil company matters. He urged amending Article 27 on foreign property rights. Senators supported the idea while deputies opposed the move.
A rider complains about an end seat hog whose card case and bulk invade others space on a hot commute. He describes discomfort and a wish to confront the offender as the car fills with weary passengers during a sweltering day.
Southeast states deny reports of pellagra as an epidemic. Georgia senate passes a resolution calling the claim absolutely untrue. Florida newspapers defend the truth while the Florida board of health denounces the statements as untrue. Mississippi notes rising cases but says outlook not alarming.
International News Service reports in ELAND that five foreigners died in an early crash on the Abbey Viaduct when their car struck a street car while attempting to pass a wagon. Victims include James Francyk, his wife and baby, their 10-year-old daughter, and Mrs. Anna Brantoft. The street car front was crushed.
Washington July 27 Four Regular Army divisions that served in France in World War I will be placed on the inactive list and Camps Sherman C Meade Mil Devens Jackson Bragg Pike and Grant will be abandoned, according to Secretary of War Weeks tonight.
Two of four suspects arrested by state police in Greensburg and Butler admitted their roles in the Imperial Bank robbery in Imperial, Pennsylvania. About $900 was taken and $16,000 overlooked. First Sergeant Marks confirmed the confession by telephone, but he would not discuss further details.
John Rearic of 224 East Wallace Ave urges New Castle residents to aid the Lennox family by contributing to a relief fund for the attack on Clara Lennox. He starts the fund with $10 and asks others to send contributions to The News office.
A local licensing notice lists Alex L. Joseph and Jennie Mike among those approved for the Mirage operation. The document also references Bonnaso Cimini Mona and Miuce in connection with the New Castle area including Hazelton and New Castle.
Springfield reports say three arrest warrants for Governor Len Small of Illinois were sent to Sheriff Henry Mester for immediate service as state officials press to have him submit to state criminal courts. State's Attorney Mortimer says action hinges on the governor who fled to Milengo with advisers, with a possible return to Springfield within 24 hours to submit to the process.
The Baby welfare fund supported by the Child Welfare Society, aiding needy families with milk and ice through donations from local residents. Since the last report, contributions totaling 30 dollars raised the balance to 431 dollars, with gifts from Mrs. R. C. Glenn and J. K. Juamorre.
Developments in the assault case against Thomas Verne Ryhal center on Miss Clara Bell Lennox regaining full consciousness after the July 14 incident. Physicians report gradual physical improvement and eventual recollection, while investigators pursue identification and charges amid lingering suspicions.
Clara Lennox shows gradual improvement though sensitive and restless. Nurses report wakefulness to pain and protests when adjusting head position. Doctors note brain activity rising and expect continued moodiness until full recovery, while public interest and sympathy grow for the Lennox family amid the attack investigation.
Captain Brettell rises in Troop A 104th Cavalry as its sixth commander. The unit traces back to Troop F, 1st Pennsylvania Cavalry, with a line of past captains and reorganizations dating to 1904. The encampment at Mt Grotog, Pa, marks a notable event with Brigadier General Wood overseeing the Rand Cavalry Brigade. Other current officers include First Lt Wrattell, Second Lt Bruno, and First Sgt Cona.
Me and Mrs. Lee McPate have adopted five children for weeks ending etc. Another adopter has taken in Aelie wand se hats 1, CO. George. Ph mases today's to oof contributors! total of fourteen ta ttt now sovideud for. The woman americanization som hopeful to send forty children to the tonp. Cantations may be many to Mrs Griffiths or to the News.
Fragmentary death notice items list infants Fieanor Fazine aged two months and Lenave Giger aged two months with partial street addresses on Mps street and Reynokds street. No further details available due to damaged text.
The arbitration board award, issued Tuesday night at seven, reflects a compromise on both sides demands and has been accepted by the Builders Exchange and will be formally accepted by the Building Trades Council. The board of arbitration, composed of fourteen members, heard the arguments and delivered the decision, with copies given to George Weinwartner and S Swan as representatives, and a continuation noted on page two.
Thursday morning at nine begins a three day Bargain Carnival in New Castle with merchants marking down stock and hiring sales staff for the event. The sale is attracting attention across the county and into adjoining areas as buyers travel from up to fifty miles. The event promises large volumes of bargains and local merchants emphasize value over immediate profits. Fire crews were called to a small incident at Box 354 near South Mercer Street but found the fire out on arrival and reported little damage.
A jumble of 19th century crash and crime notes reports a new road opening near Be bert, several fatalities from a cave in mine, an assassination near Mautsburg, a jail sentence in Tottstown, a drowning in the Delaware, and bizarre medical mishaps including an operation gone wrong.
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