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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1920
Page
20
New Castle News announces ownership by The News Company, with staff titles and city desk contacts. It lists subscriptions, office locations on Sycamore Street and Apple Way, and advertising representation in New York City.
All checks money orders drafts should be addressed to News Co. New Castle Pa. and not to any individual.
An announcement at the Y M C A proposes weekly concerts on the public square and developing community singing. City bands could be enlisted if interest is secured, with citywide cooperation essential. Public enthusiasm is expected, but performer turnout remains the key challenge.
Paul Painlevé, former premier of France, Charms Americans with a message praising French crops and peasant strength. He cites land settlement and smallholders as France’s backbone, noting peasants’ cautious cooperation with industrial reform and labor issues.
The piece notes unrest across nations with Russia's revolution and Italy's recent industrial and agricultural strikes. It argues fair treatment of farmers benefits each country, linking labor, reform, and economic stability.
Today marks the Corpus Christi festival and multiple commemorations across the South and beyond. Events include the 112th birth anniversary of Jefferson Davis, the 20th anniversary of Bishop Keiler in Savannah, and the 136th anniversary of the First Infantry at Camp Lewis.
A collection of town notices and satirical quips cover local concerns from beaches funding to bridge delays. The piece references New Castle corruption claims, crime, public works, and debates over prohibition costs, with a nod to Senator Johnson’s presidential hopes.
Pittsburgh detectives are baffled by the disappearance of three women as authorities pursue clues. The text hints the women may have orchestrated their own getaway amid public concern and protest notes.
The text notes the supreme court’s expected ruling on the national prohibition law and the view that a delayed decision harms supporters. It also laments the vast funds spent by presidential hopefuls, suggesting the public would prefer money over campaigns.
Listing of notable anniversaries and memorials with figures such as Lady Arabella Seymour, Jefferson Davis born 1808 in Kentucky, Winthrop Sargent death 1820, Stephen Douglas death 1861, and Edward VII Derby win 1896. Notes British War Office smoking policy change and 1918 aerial mail service launch among events.
A coastal note praises Memorial Day for baseball games over graves visits and notes the day’s sporting spirit. It comments on scheduling and a suggestion that Sunday celebration would have fit better. The piece also mentions a double wedding in Knoxville Pennsylvania and a New York man proposing a two year presidential term.
The Boston collector of internal revenues orders a federal tax on patrons of bathing establishments this summer, increasing admission costs. A Bridgeport youth dies after tennis related illness, urging caution for active young men. A California man who had not spoken for 28 years spoke after being twisted by a miracle worker’s neck maneuver. Ohio's governor calls war tax abolition to return to prewar finances, while Democrats push for revenue.
An artist praises his sunset artwork to a close friend. The friend first compliments the painting, then jokes it makes him hungry. The artist furiously explains the mishearing as he discovers the friend thought the sunset resembled a fried egg.
Several calls to the police last night involved minor disturbances only. Complaints ranged from noisy toy wagons on Maryland Avenue to groups of boys at Lincoln School House, with no arrests made. A near collision at East Washington Street near Duffords’ store led to a reported license plate and driver summons.
A property note explains the Bank of England strong room extends sixty six feet below street level to deter theft through tunnels. The article also mentions glycerine tears used in movies and a simple rule for day length by doubling sunrise and sunset times.
Rt Rev Benjamin J Keiley marks twenty years as bishop of the Savannah diocese with a ceremony in Georgia. Born in 1853 in Petersburg Va he studied in Rome and was ordained in 1878. He served in New Castle Wilmington Atlanta and Savannah before his 1900 consecration by Cardinal Gibbons.
Local grocers vent frustration over sugar shortages and high costs. Granulated sugar moved at wholesale 25 cents per pound, retailing 27 to 28 cents, sparking anger whether stock is scarce or priced high. One grocer notes customers rail at both no sugar and high prices, blaming government investigations for price increases.
Members of the J M L Girls and friends rode to the Byrd Studebaker home in Slippery Rock Monday. They spent the day with dinner and supper served by the group, enjoying games, music, and boat riding. Attendees included Ruth Knight Pearl Aiken Edna Armstrong Edith McConahy Anna Armstrong Jean Hogue Martha Baldwin Alice Moore Marjory Cooper Tina Cooper Ethel Anderson Anne Williams Marie Gibbons Harold Currie Elmer Rice Earl Allison Edn McConahy Phillip Moore Norman Zeigler Nathan Knight Percy Knight John Copper Ralph Copper Wilber Studebaker Paul Copper Warren Moore.
Nine tenths of stomach troubles stem from excess acid. If untreated acid can erode the stomach lining and cause gastritis or ulcers, possibly requiring surgery. Neutralize excess acid with Bisurated Magnesia after meals, using pure preparation as directed by a pharmacist.
The local Home Missionary Societies of the Methodist Church mark 40 years with celebrations on June 8 across city churches. Activities include a business session, costumes, music, talks, and refreshments. Participants include Queen Esthers, Home Guards, Mothers Jewels, and multiple church auxiliaries with events at Epworth Wesley First and Croton churches.
Fire Chief Frank J. Connery reports to Mayor S. A. Barnes that Anderson Jones of 33 East Street is charged with altering a frame building within the city fire limits. The rear structure was altered to serve as a garage, allegedly violating the fire limits ordinance.
Specialist diseases of the rectum and bladder offered. Pain free method claimed with no detention from business. Contact Bell 2494 J at Lawrence Savings and Trust Building for treatment.
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