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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1914
Page
1
Survivors of the Empress of Ireland disaster accuse crew members of cowardice for filling the first two lifeboats and ignoring cries for help. The Canadian government will hold a rigorous inquiry with Captain Kendall and Captain Anderson facing cross examination over conflicting accounts.
A city movement to aid sick and hungry children seeks additional funds. Miss Sara Bowman the Visiting Nurse may draw on the fund. Bake sales in Helena Auxiliary raised 34.53 dollars and several local donations followed. Miss Mallie Jack leads the group and contributions can be sent to treasurer Mrs J E Duff 233 North Mercer Street.
Miss Miriam Ehrlich daughter of Mrs Louis Ehrlich of West Grant avenue was among 12 youths confirmed at Rudolph Sholem temple Youngstown. Services were at 9 30 a m with a large reception for Miss Ehrlich and her family in the afternoon. Miss Helen Morse of Detroit accompanied the family. Each confirmant received a bound Bible inscribed with their name.
Police investigated a robbery at 1822 Sylvania Avenue last night. Thomas Kimberly reported a band ring stolen and two rooms ransacked, while two watches remained untouched. Police suspect local talent.
Mies Mary Hutnik of Moravia visited friends in New Castle on Sunday, spending the day with locals and catching up during a casual visit.
Out of 187 Civil War enlistees in Slippery Rock township only 18 remain. Survivors took part in Memorial Day exercises at Hermon church led by Charles Weller. Rev. Hunter gave the opening prayer and Walter S. Reynolds and C. W. Fenton spoke. Next year, Rose Point will host with J. E. Forbes in charge.
Washington officials warn the mediation effort will fail unless Gen. Carranza can send representatives to Niagara Falls with equal prerogatives to those of the United States and Huerta. The United States Carranza rift widens as mediators and the constitutionalist chief fault each other. Carranza refuses armistice, undermining talks and threatening pacification plans for Mexico.
Justice Joseph S. Lamar reports a deadlock in the Mexican mediation conferences at Clifton Hotel Niagara Falls. Huerta delegates and the A B C mediators refuse Carranza representation without an armistice. The American side seeks Carranza a voice, but mediators oppose.
Galveston, Texas reports that six crewmen aboard the tank steamer San Valerio were killed near Tuxpam from gas buildup in the forepeak. The crew members stated the incident occurred as the vessel arrived here early today.
Police trace owners of cars and a motor cycle with tag numbers 10607 9085 and 08154. No 10607 is wanted for speeding, No 9085 also for speeding, and No 08154 is wanted for operating with the cut out open.
The Westside area reported its first P and L E train arrival at 5 32 a m marking a milestone for transit expansion. Residents noted the new service enhances local commutes and connectivity to upstream lines.
The P L E began passenger service from the Westside station while freight runs operate from the Eastside depot. The Pennsylvania company also moved to the new Eastside station as the old temporary union depot shack is razed.
City officials adjourned without debating the referendum petition, citing lack of a committee of the whole meeting. A report on petition verification may come Tuesday. Dog catcher Jack Young billed $50 for catching and killing 50 dogs, approved. Payrolls approved. Lawrence Auto to install curbside gasoline pump. Forest street damage noted. officials to inspect. Hydrant at Beaver and Washington leaking. streetcar company may be charged for repairs. School board secretary requests action to remove building on alley behind Westside school.
CHICAGO June 1 The cross examination of Miss Georgia W Jay a stenographer suing Homer Rodeheaver choir master for Billy Sunday for breach of promise ended today as attorneys failed to shake her direct testimony. She said she filed the suit to ruin him in his business and did so because she believes he should not hold his position with this on his mind and soul. Miss Jay appeared fully recovered after a Friday breakdown when she collapsed stepping from the stand.
A starved and crazed Norwegian woman, rescued from the Empress of Ireland wreck, was found wandering dunes near Rimouski Canada. She had drifted ten miles in icy St Lawrence waters clinging to wreckage and wore only a night dress.
Miss Anna Park a 17 year old girl from Edenburg was brought to Shenango Valley hospital after her clothing caught fire when oil ignited while she tried to light a fire. Her burns are extensive and possibly fatal. Two other patients were admitted for surgical treatment and several were discharged from the hospital this morning.
S D Long of the automobile committee thanked owners who furnished cars to convey veterans to Greenwood cemetery. He noted the veterans and Ladies of the G A R marched, about fifty veterans taking part, expressing regret that not enough autos were available.
One man is dead, another missing, and six injured after an explosion at the Metropolitan sewage pumping station on Chelsea street East Boston. Officials say the blast was caused by sewer gas or leaking gasoline fumes and it shook the entire East Boston district.
City reports a sharp rise in dog license tag sales with 368 tags sold last month, surpassing totals for the entire previous year. Dog catcher remains busy as demand continues to climb.
Police headquarters received a report of a minor collision on East Street involving Robert Aiken and Nick Frasso. Neither vehicle suffered significant damage and no injuries are noted.
W W Twigg of Wayne avenue traveled to Youngstown to retrieve his brother Gus Twigg who was found unconscious between trolley rails near Youngstown. He died en route to hospital from injuries including a broken neck and severed arm. Identification came from a union card showing he belonged to the A F G W U of Port Marion Pennsylvania. Twigg had lived in Ellwood City for years.
The education committee report was presented by Dr. Lrons with chief address from R. D. Kyle. Most resolutions passed with little debate except for two items on educational funds distribution and one perceived inconsistency.
Ed Foley of Youngstown Ohio was arrested here on Saturday morning on suspicion of stealing a horse and buggy in Youngstown. He was taken back to Youngstown Saturday night without extradition papers. Foley claimed he had purchased the rig and was trying to dispose of it as police arrested him.
The city will close for the week on Friday as the school treasurer arranges payments to teachers at the end of the session.
Crowds fill Coliseum and Water street route for a Memorial Day program led by Rev. John H. Clemens and attorney H. K. Gregory. The parade included United Spanish American War Veterans and Ladies of the G A R with ceremonies at Greenwood and a sailor and Marine tribute.
Arrangements for Westminster College commencement in New Wilmington Pa are complete with a two week program starting Friday and ending Tuesday June 16. New features include class reunions for the classes of 59 and 64 and plans for a large chautauqua tent as part of the ceremony setup.
Notices of tax assessments for the Second, Third, Fourth, Sixth and Eighth wards will be mailed today by City Treasurer Duff. City taxes for 1914 15 can be paid immediately. Notices for the First, Fifth and Seventh wards will be mailed within a few days.
Death records list Mrs. Elizabeth Hammett aged 62 of 710 Croton Avenue Mrs. Nancy Hunter aged 79 of Hickory Two Mrs. Anna Moist aged 44 of Bartram Avenue Mrs. John P. Thompson aged 350 Turtle Creek Pa Margaret Tressler aged 9 of Darlington Pa Joseph J. Welch aged 6 of New Gallilee Pa Mrs. Malinda Wallace aged 83 of Donington Pa
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