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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1924
Page
8
The Lake Cascade incidents show seven canoe upsets since May 10 due to carelessness. Lifeguard Jack Hulme warns riders to follow safety rules including able to save a companion, kneel to paddle, avoid racing, keep balance, and not show off. Thirteen canoes in use as warm weather nears.
An ad promotes Lavoptik eye wash mixed with camphor hydrastis witch hazel and other ingredients to strengthen and soothe weak or sore eyes. It claims quick action and offers a free aluminum eye cup, distributed by New Castle Drug Co and Love & Megown Drug Company.
Grove City on June 5 reports the sum of 80 dollars realized by the silver sale. The brief item notes the amount and the locale without further detail.
The ladies of the hospital auxiliary held a Monday afternoon tea at the Penn Grove Hotel to benefit the hospital. Mrs James Marshall of Butler provided vocal selections, Miss Erla Colemand played violin solos, and Miss Katherine Griffin gave readings. A large group of ladies attended and enjoyed the program.
Police in Philadelphia hold four men today in the shooting of Helen Goodman a 17 year old girl who is in critical condition. John Levin 26 is charged with the shooting and three other men are held as witnesses. The incident began with conflicting tales of a passing automobile but investigators say the shooting took place in a saloon and was described as accidental.
June reports say the little daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Gwin of Ray Street was seriously burned when boiling coffee spilled as she bumped into her mother. The right arm was badly burned from wrist to shoulder and she is said to be much improved.
A short fable tells of a new rug delivered and Willie who fails to track in mud that day. The tale humorously warns that neglect can stain clean events and invites careful attention to small details.
One of the finest troupes of trained animals and birds in New Castle is at the Regent theatre today tomorrow and Saturday in Doug las MacLean in The Yankee Con sul and Pal the Wonder Dog in Delivering the Goods. Bring the children to see these animals and birds.
Westminster college presents Mendelssohn Elijah at 8:15 pm June 10 in New Wilmington Presbyterian church. Conductor Nerval Brelos leads a cast including Tom Williams Welsh baritone Norval Brelos tenor Etta Cunningham soprano Alta Shultz contralto. Critics praise the choir and soloists as artistically first rate.
Silver Brook Pa June 5 A large water release is planned late this summer as Candlemas Coal Co taps flood water from the Silver Spring workings sunk in 1892. A tunnel over a mile long is being driven to free lower levels enabling a production rate over 3000 tons daily and a town is being built to house miners.
William S. Rice personal representatives announce Rice Method for rupture demonstrations at Leslie Hotel New Castle on June 6 7 and Standard Hotel Sharon on June 9 10. Free consultation no charge unless satisfied with appliance fit with soft rubber like pad and day night wear. Lady expert assists women and children in separate apartments.
WGY broadcasts from Schenee M in Eastern Standard Time include 5:00 p m market quotes news bulletins baseball results 5:30 p m Children's program 5:45 p m French story by Frederic Duclert 6:00 p m International Sunday School Lesson 7:35 p m Health talk 7:40 p m Baseball scores 7:45 p m Radio drama A Million Casks of Pronto by WGY Players with selections by WGY Orchestra during intermissions
An old advertisement touts Cod Liver Oil tablets as the greatest flesh producer with vitamins. It claims 60 tablets cost 60 cents and promises a five pound gain in 30 days or money back. The copy hooks readers to buy from local stores.
On June 6, 1924, at 5:45 p m chimes announce a concert at Central Standard. Programs include Sandman's visit at 6:30 p m and a weather forecast at 6:50 p m. An hour long musical program follows with Williamson Brothers and others. 9:00 p m features a weekly tourists road bulletin by Davenport Chamber of Commerce Touring Bureau.
At XDEA in East Pittsburgh a June 6 1924 schedule lists an 5 30 p m organ recital by Paul Fleeger from Cameo Theater Pittsburgh a 6 p m baseball scores a 6 30 p m children’s program Let’s See Don Quixote Dubbed a Knight courtesy Drama League of Pittsburgh a 6 45 p m talk by Mrs Grayce Druitt Larus travel editor of The Pittsburgh Post a 7 p m baseball scores a feature 7 40 p m National Stockman and market reports and a Holden Trio concert at 8 p m all in Eastern Standard Time 326 meters
Herbert W. Roden violinist Katherine Boynton celloist and Nancy Fast pianist performed together in a chamber recital. The trio showcased a varied program highlighting string and piano colors.
A listing of evening programs across stations WWNAC WOR WEAF WMC OAW WHN and KDKA schedules. Highlights include an organ recital at St Paul Cathedral, Gold Medal winners program, Laura Prisk on The Flag, Emily Alice Berry dramatic reading, Confederate veterans program, Knights of Columbus Glee Club, Lew Fields in The Melody Man, and the Edgar Thomson Male Quartet.
Mrs. Mattie Jones of New Castle is held by Warren police on a grand larceny charge after arriving with William Lewis of Stelton Pa. Lewis says she stole a $10 bill from him in Warren. Taxi driver William Steele, who drove the pair to Warren, is also held for investigation.
A clever saying notes that every wife has a chance at harmony except the one whose husband declares confidence in her understanding. The remark plays on mutual insight and affection within marriage.
Mrs. F. N. Baker of Titusville Pennsylvania says her goitre was removed with Sorbol Quadruple a stainless liniment. She reports improved eye, heart, and nerve health and no ill effects from the treatment. She invites others to write or inquire through the Sorbol Company Mechanicsburg Ohio or Paisleys Pharmacy locally.
The source notes that after arriving the woman wished to return with him and Lewis states they were to be married in Warren.
The statement claims Germany should achieve a trade surplus by exporting less or by repurposing imports rather than expanding outbound sales. It suggests a paradoxical approach where the deficit of imports would be offset without increasing exports to other countries.
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