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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1911
Page
4
The News Company publishes notices and local updates from New Castle Pa. Readers learn of Senator Lorimer on the Chautauqua circuit, Kansas farmhand bids, hay prices in Chicago and New Castle, and farm land values rising with new highways and the Sproul bill.
Lawrence county received a heavy rain storm last night soaking the area. With frost danger past, the moisture bodes well for abundant crops and farmer prospects.
A reflective line contrasts a man with a garden to one lacking interest in plant life and romance in flowers. It suggests sentiment and breadth of vision hinge on engagement with nature and cultivation.
The city splits over holding partisan primaries a practice not used for years. Many favor picking the best candidate regardless of party, while others insist a strong party winner is needed given past methods.
The eight hour work day for women is now in force in California while Australia reduces hours for women from eight to six. Many employers welcome the change and have cut hours without lowering pay. In some cases workers lose hours, but progress imposes some hardships for individuals to benefit many.
The Chicago Tribune reports a broad survey of west and midwest papers on reciprocity. From 22 states and thousands of newspapers, editors favor reciprocity by about three to one, arguing public opinion supports the stance despite critics who claim bias for cheaper white paper.
A new act approved by the governor changes city government in second class cities Pittsburg and Scranton. It abolishes current councils, creates nine city commissioners in Pittsburg elected citywide, with gubernatorial appointment pending further elections, effectively introducing a commission style government.
The departure from the traditional municipal system in the state has generated broad attention as the experiment unfolds, with officials at multiple levels watching closely for outcomes and implications.
The first post prohibition grand jury in New Castle will hear 24 cases this week, far fewer than the 40 to 60 typical in Lawrence County. Most cases arise from liquor issues, with several aimed at juvenile court. arrests for unlicensed speakeasies could yield convictions and deter illegal sales.
Washington reports a rush of land seekers moving from St. Paul Omaha and Kansas City toward the Golden West. Many arrive well funded and will establish homes on government lands opened by irrigation projects. Reclamation officials aid buyers while urging Americans to settle at home rather than seek lands abroad.
Central Presbyterian Church launches an $1800 fund drive for repairs including frescoing woodwork lighting and books. Tonight at 6 30 the campaign team meets at the church with dinner served by the ladies and workers assigned to 37 districts led by Rev A B McCormick and committee members C C Sankey Howard Munnell W H Britton and W C Carson.
John C. Osborne transfers property to Nellie Osborne in the Second ward for $1. Wm. McJohnston sells to Charles S. Shoaff in Plaingrove for $4,500. Charles J. Scheffler conveys to Estella B. Abner in the Fourth ward for $2,650. Abner acquires parcels in the Fifth and Sixth wards for $1,850 and $3,500 respectively.
The column sketches a lighthearted note on a couple planning a summer trip with outfits, gowns, and satin details. It also touches on local happenings from Erie to New Castle, jokes about weather, weddings, finances, and assorted brief items from the era.
Oil City Derrick reports a May uptick in output across fields east of the Mississippi with 544 wells completed, 8,356 barrels of new production, and 600 wells drilling. Pennsylvania grade oil shows 363 completions producing 2,522 barrels, while Illinois adds 117 completions and 5,132 barrels, despite more dry holes and rig changes.
James J. Hill indicates he is aging and preparing to retire from active railroad operations after giving a first mortgage of six hundred million dollars on the Great Northern line.
New Brighton Pa June 5 Charged with kidnapping 15 year old Carmella Cantalice of South Sharon Tony Montasino 23 was taken back to South Sharon by Constable George R Bird The girl accompanied him and will be detained as a witness against her alleged abductor They say she had consented to marry Montasino but her parents objected and the couple ran away on Decoration Day
Dr. R. E. Redmond has shifted his office to his home at 347 East North Street, the former John Blevins homestead. Bell phone service is available.
The State Museum on Capitol Hill unveiled a large geological and fossil display described as among the most complete in the anthracite coal region. Curator Boyd P. Rothrock notes the collection spans months of work with about 23000 specimens and includes extensive bird and fish sections to represent Pennsylvania fauna.
Dixon Illinois reports engineer Emory Kincaid insulted a woman, Ira Mighalls struck him once with his fist, causing instant death. Police arrest Mighalls as the case unfolds in the local court.
The News announces candidates for county office for the next general primaries. For County Commissioner D. J. Alle of Wampum Pennsylvania. Member Co. B 14th Tennessee Cavalry.
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