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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1918
Page
6
Emery Swogger, formerly of Madison avenue, writes from France on May 6 1918 describing life with American troops. He notes pretty countryside cottages wooden shoes friendly locals and frequent shelling with cave shelters while battles occur around midnight and warm weather reminds him of home.
A troop train passed through the ward around 8 30 Monday evening. The train stayed about half an hour, giving soldiers time to write mail and talk with the local girls. The troops were from Camp Grant Illinois.
Miss Mary Porter of North Beaver resigns from Edinburg teaching position to accept a new job in the Pennsy yard office.
Mrs. Isabelle Wylie of Liberty Street recovers from a five month illness after a head injury left her in a serious condition for weeks. Friends note her improvement and anticipate her full recovery.
Work on the new concrete floor for the fire house and curb lighting station began this morning with an expected completion in about a week. The K of P lodge met on East Cherry street with large attendance, many new members initiated, and several addresses given during the social session. The Civic club held its regular monthly meeting with Mrs. J. L. Agan hosting, drawing a large audience and discussions on various topics.
Stomach pain after eating and indigestion are caused by acid and fermentation. Use Bi-nesia powder or tablets with hot water after meals to neutralize acid, stop fermentation, and relieve dyspepsia. Trial costs nothing if it fails with a satisfaction guarantee backed by the druggist.
The council voted Monday to award a contract with a total cost of $198. Details of the project or the awarded bidder are not provided in the fragment.
The group decided to hold the next meeting on the first Monday in September.
Bruce Franklin son of Mr and Mrs R A Franklin of Montgomery avenue fell Monday evening and broke his left arm below the elbow. He was taken to Dr Guy where the arm was set and later returned home.
Mrs. Maud Powers and daughter Pauline visit G C Brand in Madison Avenue with Mildred McAdams of Orrville. Numerous residents from Cherry, Clayton, Madison avenues and Cedar streets host or visit relatives and friends in Youngstown, Pittsburg, Cleveland and surrounding towns.
Wallace Conzett of Cherry Street resigns from his post at Shenango Tin Mill to accept a position with Grasselli Chemical Company.
G I Waltenbaugh of Cedar street notes his tomato plants already show large fruit. These are the first tomatoes ripening in the ward this season.
Miss Ruth Bachemer of Cherry street accepts a clerk position with Adams Express Co. Friends extend best wishes for her success in the new endeavor.
Mr and Mrs Alex Horvath of North Liberty street announce the arrival of a baby boy Sunday evening. Both mother and son are reported doing well.
A. P. Mellwain and Miss Martha Mellwain of Madison avenue return from Camp Sherman Chillicothe where they visited their brother Donald in training. Donald feels well and expects to depart for over there soon.
Hickory Creek remains a popular swimming area with crowds daily. Efforts to widen and deepen the pond continue and a long-awaited bath house is planned to enhance the site as an ideal recreational spot.
Harry Cameron formerly of the St. Charles hotel now resides at the Prosser home on South Lafayette street.
Mayor Newell told council Monday the Mahoning avenue crossing of the Pennsylvania railroad and station at the Seventh ward is in poor condition. Councilman Shanafelt added concerns about Gardner avenue crossing shared by P and L E B and O Mahoning Shenango Railway and Light. Clerk authorized to notify the involved companies to improve the crossings.
A. H. Mellwain, constable of the Seventh ward, appeared before council Monday and complained that Fulkerson road, Lacock street and North Cedar street were in bad condition and asked council to take action.
The contract for cement floor construction at the Seventh ward fire engine house and lockup was awarded to W. H. Chambers & Son after a formal bid noted as approved by the proper city authority.
In Harrisburg Market Square crowds hammer nails into a wooden Kaiser Bill head to raise funds for the Red Cross. A mourner improvised a crepe badge on a nail, turning the gesture into a local wartime charity scene.
Wartime prose describes a brutal image of striking the Kaiser, detailing nails driven into eyes and a desire by locals to stop his advance. The vivid metaphor reflects fierce patriot sentiment and extreme anti-German feelings of the period.
Harrisburg reports March births in Pennsylvania greatly exceed deaths with 20 478 births and 12 254 deaths recorded in the monthly vital statistics bureau tally. The item also includes a humorous courtroom exchange about cutting a melon.
Sharon Pennsylvania June 4 Members of the Young Men's Hebrew association of Sharon have proved their organization is fully patriotic. Of thirty seven members at the opening of the war all are now enlisted in the nations service. Sergeant M. R. Bearman the youngest to hold a retreat medal awarded after Mons is 19 and has four years active service with British arms. He also holds a British military medal and the French croix de guerre. He is with Company 4 Forty fifth Royal Fusiliers at Crownhill barracks Plymouth England recuperating from wounds.
Pittsburg reports a newsboy aged about 15 or 16 serving in the British army four years into the war. Details indicate a remarkable early enlistment and experience in overseas service.
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