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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1920
Page
1
Vera Cruz reports three new bubonic plague cases on Sacriflea island and over 10 suspected cases under observation. Officials condemn mayoral inaction on outside aid, as several buildings and docks are burned to curb infestation. Merchants face fines for refuse cleanup, while waste ashes are burned near outskirts.
George Spradley, charged with the murder of William West at Patton farm on Memorial Day, will face a magistrate hearing tomorrow at 10. County Detective M J Young filed the information. Spradley claims self defense if West would have shot him first, with no eye witnesses. The jury would decide the degree if a plea is entered. A gun believed to be West’s is held by Detective Young.
City council debated the health department’s milk condition report and approved sending it to the state milk inspector. Councilman Wike urged stopping sale of milk with excessive bacteria, and a motion to forward the findings passed. An anniversary observance for Center U D Church at Shenago Township is scheduled for June 17, 1929 with invitations to attend and bring provisions. The meeting also authorized purchase of two heavy manhole covers and lids for street sewer work from Ellwood Foundry, to be delivered promptly.
The county Sunday school convention highlighted strong attendance with 101 of 113 schools represented. Key speakers urged responsibility, Christian principle application, and expanded religious education, ending with a robust evening session and praise for the convention's success.
The Senate Judiciary Committee favorably reported a resolution to the Senate, indicating the Lever Act remains in effect. House passage was recorded, with the measure advancing in the war time regulation framework as described in the report.
Dailey receives a proposed match in Cleveland with promoter Mily Powers handling arrangements. The event location is cited as Wave Warhington street while the text references various names and dates in a garbled report.
Officials from the Pennsylvania Ohio Electric company met city council over franchise duties and street repairs. The company pledged to complete repaving and welding work, with hearings paused pending adjustments by councilmen Anderson and Lukens as materials arrive and as conditions permit.
A tangle of unnamed Philadelphia figures and party machinery twist around Penrose and Sproul in the lead up to the convention. Reports say deals and promises bind factions as old guard aides and southern delegates test loyalty to unseen candidates and the machine’s cohesion.
An event labeled TAKE SATS occurs at the Wollex Coulrul venue this Saturday. Details are sparse in the fragment, but attendees should expect a local gathering or performance.
Sensational charges circulated at the national committee meeting over a $50,000 loan and beating of Lowden delegates in Oklahoma's fourth district. James K. McGraw alleged a loan from Jake Hammon to secure a Lowden supporter, prompting heated exchanges with Hammon and Towden figures. Hammon denied knowledge of such a loan, while McGraw asserted mortgage-backed pressure on Vers son Whiting. The room echoed with bitter exchanges as the dispute spilled into public view.
J B Elder chief of police to file charges today against lum Sing for feloniously pointing a firearm during a dispute at a laundry on Grdton avenue. The incident followed an argument with A L Thayer over missing collars. Sing faces $200 appearance bond for a facial hearing.
Italia American residents of Lawrence County prepare for the anniversary of the promulgation of the United Italy constitution. A general committee meeting this evening will finalize preparations with many city and county figures invited. Notables include Judge Ameéty, Attorney Tiserlet, County Detective Muse, William Young, Mayor Barnet, Dr H. B. Bosler, George Patterson, Hoard of Trade president, J. M. Kenney, News representatives Victor Deyan, banker, and Captain Geraluma Spolidere of the Truyn Elailan Navy.
J. Kaufman aged 16 of Wilmington township fell from a load of baled straw while delivering with his father on Mora via street. He sustained injuries, received first aid, and was taken to the hospital.
June 4 report states the federal Railway Labor Board finished public hearings on the wage demands of rail workers led by union representatives. The board will review the testimony and prepare awards, with a final decision expected in the near term.
Notices report the deaths of Mrs. Newton Campbell of Grove City after a prolonged illness and Albert Guilden of Philadelphia from a fall at a building site. Also recorded are funeral services for Robert E. McKibben and Aaron Anderson, with interments at Greenwood and Savannah cemeteries. Interments for Albert Guilden will occur in Waynesburg, and services for others took place at local residences and churches.
In Brady's Wend a car driven by Mr Reap stalled on a crossing as a string of hopper cars approached. The impact killed Mrs Reap and Mr Reap died at Shenango Valley Hospital. Miss Florence Reap and John Stroup were injured with fractures and contusions, but improving. The couple's daughter and son-in-law faced serious but hopeful recoveries.
Senator Jas M Watson of Jadiana is prominent for chairing the platform committee to draft the party platform. Expected to arrive in May, he will work with national committee chair Hays to select members for the resolutions committee. The report notes wartime League of Nations links and potential delegate reactions.
Discharged names include Robert Garroway and Mary McQaskey, with others listed at Shenango Valley Hospital. The OCR lists multiple patients and locations in Pennsylvania and nearby towns, but many names are garbled.
A morning session paused a resolution directing Martinell and Tannps to place the tractor in proper condition or accept its return. The measure also allows continued city use of the machine with payment terms. Public remarks noted the tractor equipment deteriorating and in need of repair.
Burns Brothers say paving met specs and fees, deny liability for premature failure. Council, after hearing, ordered letter and city engineer report sent to city solicitor for investigation and possible action against the contractor. Former engineer opposed concrete on the street. council favored it, with materials per engineer and association guidance.
Alumni of Westminster College gathered in Youngstown Ohio for a banquet at the Ohio hotel. Prof EB Moses spoke on The Future of Westminster. Ben Graham and J A Shott addressed attendees. Miss Helen Harrison and Herbert Weide performed, and Norman Igo was elected president of the alumni association.
London June 4 The British War Office reports 40 tanks and 28 airplanes in Ireland. Churchill said raids by Irish on government property near Gaulston and a mail train robbery occurred. A three hour bombing attack on Cappaghwhite barracks failed as defenders repelled the assault. several men were arrested nearby seven miles north of Tipperary.
International News Service reports a purported plan to steal delegates from Hiram Johnson to aid another Republican candidate. Senator Johnson dismissed the claim as unlikely and old style unscrupulous politics, warning he would condemn such tactics if proven.
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