31 Jul 1916
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1916
Page
1
Eyewitness reports recount New York panicking after two blasts damaged a major plant and armored installations. Fires, ambulances, police and crowds filled streets as windows shattered across Manhattan. Looting occurred in several stores amid shielded police response and reported harbor disturbance.
A fragmented ad share from New Castle outlines consumer tips to save money by seeking bargains. It critiques inflated prices and suggests comparing costs, watching for special sales, and avoiding overpaying in restaurants. It mentions the value of money and urges prudent purchasing choices.
Eyewitness describes chaotic scene as ambulances police patrols and fire units flood the streets. Reports of up to 200 killed circulate amid frantic bulletins and clanging alarms while officials and a New Castle party observe the aftermath and view fire fighting equipment in New York.
Rev. Richards, born in Swansea, Wales, plans a return visit to his homeland despite wartime travel limits for civilians. A British subject in America, he secures a passport from John Josiun, pastor of Firmaniel Baptist Church, who shares a Welsh origin with Richards. Both ministers from Wales face wartime restrictions and potential peril on the voyage to Britain, with Rev. E Jenkins of Martins Ferry also bound for Wales aboard the same boat.
An OCR fragment notes that Winter and Garty have retired from a Canadian trip via Thuttalo. The journey passed through Erie and Cleveland area with a fall near New Wellington when a spring broke. Dr. Winter reports overall good roads aside from Lawrence county.
A crowd broke the large front window of Alderman Grose's office on a Saturday. Several persons are identified in the chaos as police keep watch and damager payments will be pursued once suspects are found.
The family Me ANG Mex raupfeather and fam ty deatre thank all who helped during the burial of Melvin Paire¢ather. Special thanks to Canlaln A Martin Graham Wm MM Whila Spantah War Veterans and Sopa of Xoierana for aid and support.
The Roundheads 51st reunion funded by Central Presbyterian Church honors the 1861 Pennsylvania regiment. One hundred first volunteers and survivors attend, with deaths reducing the ranks. officers list, engagements, and mustering details surface as attendees recall battles from Port Royal to Petersburg.
An explosion at Black Tom Island caused extensive damage and at least three deaths with more than two dozen injured. Warrants name Ares Wherdore UW Johnson, Mevander M2 Dickman, and Merander Davidson charged with criminal negligence in causing deaths and endangering lives. Authorities seek further arrests as the investigation continues.
Councilmen discussed guarding the McCleary Avenue crossing with gates after notifying Pennsylvania Railroad to construct them. The meeting also advanced an ordinance to curb garbage disposal, and approved paving Montgomery Avenue and Butler Avenue with concrete, plus hospital zone rules and sidewalk requirements.
Enoch Minus Moustachers Worth $58 and nine arrests mark the weekend after saloons reopened. Police note the lowest arrest tally since reopening, with four men and five others jailed or fined for drunkenness. Mary Roberts and Mary Welsh faced charges with loud conduct and fines or jail. Chief Young returns from vacation as officers resume patrols.
Fragmentary excerpt discusses the true test of greatness through steadfast moral conduct amid world temptations. It contrasts inner strength with public opinion and notes the value of solitary integrity when facing adversity, referencing a colonel and a New York Times item.
A column of death notices and funeral details from the area, listing FE. Reep, Taymner Weber, and others. Services, interments, and family survivors described for Woodlawn, Perrydown, and local towns, with cemeteries and churches named.
A fragmented wartime notice shows funds raised for a troop truck purchase. Captain A Marlin Grahats sent a message to Major J W Cunphigham. Carnegie Steel employee contributed $200. Fy Wy Rentz and local committee received it. Walter D Clark gave $5 and KMT Norris $10. Captain Grohan telegraphed Major Guntinghamiat about the delivery.
A New Castle party traveled to New Wilmington Junction this morning for a day at the Neshannock. They enjoyed bathing and outdoor activities with Misses Ethel Ward Edna Burteson Allen Wyke Sara Allgood Martha Withers Florence Thompson Mayaml Wejen McGanghey and Nell Penrose joining. Edna Kelly of Lawallville accompanied the group along with a chaperone.
J Comnings owner of the Suga Base Nita returned from diamestown where he spent a week at the annual reunion of the Boys of Tren Isina an organization of Greek residents. Mr and Mrs T. P Tiglar of West Cherry street spent time with the latter's brother Front Holinessy of Greenville. Nomark has more than 6,300 motorcyclists.
London reports another neutral and a belligerent ship sunk amid ongoing maritime clashes. The Norwegian steamship Mars and the British steamer Clauel were sunk. Clauel's tonnage was listed as 1,144 tons, home port Sigekton. A later dispatch notes the Mallan vea- Ve Trunnla incident.
Admissions record at Shenango Valley Hospital lists patients including Fred Taylor Cherry Strep, Bille Weller, Niccola Av Nue, and Mrs. Mabel Elatelead.
Paul Darnhardt of 627 East Washington Street collapsed from heat yesterday afternoon and was reported much better today. He had been in good health, but the extreme heat proved too much to endure.
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