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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 06, 1900

Page

3

Favorite Prescription Helps Mothers Through Childbearing

The article extols Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a vital aid for mothers facing frequent childbirth and nursing. It claims the tonic sustains physical strength and nerve energy, aids recovery, and improves nourishment for infants, citing testimonials from Magnolia West Virginia and Pawtucket Rhode Island. It promotes Dr. Pierce's Common Sense Medical Adviser as a home health guide.

Pierce Buffalo N.Y Dr. Pierce H. M. Hansrote Magnolia, Morgan Co Elizabeth Mull Merrick St Pawtucket R. 1 Dispensary Medical Association

Stole Watch to keep mine as compensation claim

A man describes how he won a watch in a poker room during a blackout in a Western district gambling joint. He explains he seized a watch from another during a roughing incident, kept it after the owner vanished, and now offers the tale as his justification.

Scott Philadelphia Inquirer

Thieving at New Wilmington reported by locals

Thieves have been visiting cellars in New Wilmington, stealing fruit and edibles from Dr. McKinley, Mrs. Stewart, and Mrs. Poppino. An attempt was made on William Scott’s cellar, a dark lantern fragment found, and villagers urge catching the culprits to set an example.

Ice cream and confectionery shop opens in Enon Valley area

George W. Lene, once connected with Neean in hotel work and tied to the Sinner Sewing Machine firm, has opened ice cream and confectionery parlors at 4 West Long Avenue.

George W. Lene Ed: Neean Enon Valley Sinner Sewing Machine Company West Long Avenue

Heroism Marks Tragic Rail Yard Death

In Dunn and Rice’s rooms jurors ruled James Britton’s death accidental after a freight yard incident on a switch. Witness CC W. Pilett described Britton cutting cars and being crushed by two and a half pulled trucks, while Britton, dying, spoke of faith and repentance and named a young woman awaiting his letter. He aged 18 and warned of shifting engines recurring as others were killed recently in similar incidents.

Tvtoube James Britton Cayseat Lawrence Dunn & Rice CC. W. Wpileett Wittess D Britton Britton Withers Ugritton A. T. Reed Thoee My Reed Alway Iady Khim

Strange Case of Charles Langland Impersonation Arrest

A woman alleges that Charles EK Langland posed as a police officer to coerce her into an improper proposition. Langland, married and living on Sheep Hill, was arrested on charges of impersonating an officer and assault with intent to ravish. He denied guilt at Alderman Potter’s hearing, admitted a badge, claimed it a secret society badge, and sought withdrawal of the information.

Charles EK Langland Bertha Metlure Alderman Potter Langlend Sheep Hill Court Street Bacce Ea Saden Uch

Head wound after scaffold accident at Croton house

Carpenter Smith Sankey was injured Friday while on a scaffold at the Cartwright house in Croton. A falling object from a nearby worker struck his head, causing a painful cut. Dr. Rant Sankey treated and dressed the wound.

Smith Sankey Croton Mr. Sankey Rant Sankey

Minority report in Idaho unrest probe flags abuses of power

Washington dispatch from June 4 details the House military affairs committee minority report on the Un ttyv?re D Alone Investigation. It contends no riot in Shoshone county after April 28, 1899, while criticizing General Merriam for several alleged acts, including troop arrests without warrants, detainment across state lines, forced labor, press suppression, and a blacklist permit system. It urges the president to end the indefinite U S troop presence and calls for governance by representative assembly.

Press Dispatch Washington House Committee On Military Affairs Dick, Capron Hay Lentz Mack Shogshone County Idaho United States Merriam Burke Montana Lyon St. Regis Mont Tdaho Tiger-Poorman Smith Mullan Mirror Mullan General Merriam Bartlett Sinclair

Fire at Glass Works Sparks Citywide Alarm

A Sunday fire at the Lawrence glass works burned a wooden platform inside the bath room where mix materials are prepared. An escape of gas caused the blaze, drawing a crowd of several thousand as all city fire crews responded. The platform was quickly controlled and damage declared trifling.

Lawrence Glass Works Central Department Fifth Ward Park Avenue Bay Street Sixth Ward Washington Street Lawrence

Scale signed chilling glass workers contract 1900 61

The Associated Press reports Charles Bryant of the Window Glass Workers' National committee returned to Anderson Indiana from Pittsburg announcing that the scale for the 1900 61 season was signed in Pittsburg. It affects about 70 percent of U S window glass workers and runs from September 1 1900 to June 30 with seven to ten months work guaranteed by American Window Glass. Wages drop and workers paid by manufacturers. Factories in Syracuse New York and Bridgeton New Jersey will reopen. The present strike end date extended to June 30. Negotiations expected with cutters and hatterners soon.

Associated Press Dianapolis Charles Bryant National Wase Anderson Int Pittsburg United States Armerican Company Syracuse N. Y Bridgeton N. Jd Chesee Sing

Locusts Threaten Crops Near Mill Street Farm

James RT Martin of North Mill Street reports a swarm of locusts threatening crops near Molenburg. He counted twenty on a post and said locusts cling to everything in sight, fearing serious damage to the harvest after years without such swarms.

James Rt. Martin North Mill Street Molenburg Martin

Funeral for G Williams Held at Oak Park

The funeral of the late G Williams, son of Mr and Mrs Benjamin W H, of 11 Big Run Street, took place Saturday. The service was conducted by Rev W R Evans and the interment was in Oak Park. The family thanks friends for kindnesses and especially the teacher and schoolmates for flower contributions.

G. Williams Benjamin WH Big Run Street W. RR. Evans Oak Park

Marriage Licenses Are Granted in New Castle Area

Daniel Gillespie and Sarah O'Donnell both of New Castle. David Remley and Tillie Watson of New Castle. Floyd H. Abbey of Cherry Creek and Sarah Smith of New Castle.

Daniel Gillespie Sarah O'Donnell New Castle David Remley Tillie Watson Floyd H. Abbey Cherry Creek Sarah Smith

Two Key Court Cases Loom in Hillsville Murder and Burglar Fetch

District Attorney Meffatt readies two major grand jury cases for next week. Pieter Varvada faces murder charges in the Hillsville killing of Ambrésia, with strong proseuction evidence but potential witnesses and an Italian interpreter needed for Italian speakers. The burglar known as Hawk Wilson also appears strong for a prison term, while earlier notes claim a verdict in the Claflin case favored the defendant.

Varvada Vervada Leslie R. Atkem Varvada Italy Fgiliow Hillsville Verveda Ambrosia Ambrésia Varvaca

G A R pension bill signed into law expands widow benefits

The president signed the G A R pension bill, expanding disability consideration to include aggregate infirmities and allowing widows with net income up to 250 a year to qualify upon proof of veteran husband status. Officials estimate costs from 2 to 8.6 million dollars yearly, with Skeptic calls noting slow claims adjustment may limit near term impact.

G. A R Sivans General Sickles

Larceny by Bailee Case Involving Samuel Cooper

Samuel Cooper was arrested on a larceny by bailee charge after allegedly selling a plow, axe, crowbar, three chairs, a lantern, and a horse weight belonging to Cage worth about $29 total. Cooper claims he bought Cage's drawing business last August and argues items were included in the sale. a hearing is set for Tuesday evening.

Samuel Cooper Wilkinson If. Cage J. H. Gilliland Cage Cooper

Visitors and notices fill Seventh Ward in Elmend City

Mrs Chris Hoover of Ralph Avenue visited Elmend City Friday. Sutton Fullerton of North Beaver township called on friends Monday. Constable James McMurtrie of Ewen Valley was here Monday. I. Be. Smith of Austinare transferred Saturday. Miss Minnie Kefinelly of North Beaver township visits Miss Mary Puncan of Liberty Street. Operators Me Williams and others called on friends Tuesday. A.M. Kennedy and P.R. Swisher of North Beaver township returned home. W. H. W. Aicken of East Dirwell attended a coroe operator right. Four month infant of herds Holcomb buried wife, seriously ill at Mrs. Row Welsh’s home. J. Raney’s coal shed on Cherry Street caught fire from gasoline explosion Friday night. fire department saved the dwelling. Mr. and Mrs. Whitney and daughter Jessie of New Wilmington visited G. Minchard on Mahoning Avenue Monday and Tuesday. Miss Bessie Whitney near Westminster College graduation. W. J. Kirker nephews who died in Manila noted. Funeral at Wilton Patterson home. Rev. J. S. Pace conducted services. Louis Ducatts’ five year old died Friday. interment Villa Marie. Frank Padli and four children visited Gardner Avenue. Mrs. John G. McAndis and Annie Anderson depart for Colorado for Annie’s health. Miss Margaret Paisley resigns teaching post due to illness. plans a Long Island trip for summer treatment.

Louis Tony Ducatts Hilltown Villa Marie Prank Padli Gardner Avenue Margaret Paisley Long Island L. Tr Paisley Seventh Ward

Oleomargarine Debate Stirs Pittsburg Butter Men

Pittsburg butter men led by Gwen McCann denounce a federal Circus bill move to curb oleomargarine sales. They argue taxes hit wholesalers and retailers, creating higher prices and misleading color contrasts, while noting colored oleomargarine taxed differently than plain.

Gwen McCann Luiter Ofeo Pittsburg

Postoffice at Mahoningtown to be Consolidated With New Castle

Washington DC correspondent reports the Mahoningtown postoffice in Lawrence county will be discontinued June 20 and its duties transferred to the New Castle postoffice in a consolidation move. The action affects local mail service and local offices.

Washington, D. C Pittsburg Mahoningtown Lawrence County New Castle

DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve touted as quick cure

An advertisement touts DeWitts Witch Hazel Salve as a remedy for ivy poisoning poison wounds and all accidental injuries piles and skin diseases It lists Central Drug Store Loney avenue Hhedes Drug Co 121 Washington street Pred Hyde Mahoningtown as outlets for the product.

DeWitt Central Drug Store Loney Avenue Hhedes Drug Co Washington Street Hyde, Mahoningtown

A Citizen's Plan for City Improvement in New Castle

A concerned local taxpayer proposes a five year program costing 21 600 90 to upgrade grades pavements and sewers and to build viaducts and bridges New Castle would see street widening better sewers and a Shenango River crossing The plan argues initial costs are heavy but could yield at least a million dollars in higher property valuations after the next assessment.

New Castle Dne Hwr Ctixers Mall Shenango

Miraculous escapes amid Ladysmith shell fire reports

Natal Witness correspondent recounts dramatic Boer siege scenes in Ladysmith. A Kaffir maiden ducked a shell and claimed a brick shard knocked her headgear but left her unhurt. Mr Robertsdell’s Klip river home endured a direct shell blast, mirror shattering and rooms filled with smoke and shrapnel, yet he escaped with only scratches. A resident washing nearby and Kaffir women in a yard survived the bombardment with no major injuries.

Ladysmith Natal Mariah Robertsdell Klip River Imperial Light Horse Sheila Pxt

Former Teacher's Work Highlighted in Commencement

The Daily Ott Review from Sisterville West Virginia prints a detailed account of high school commencement exercises with Prof. George Dannes, a former Lawrence county teacher, serving as principal. The ceremony was well attended and the graduating class is praised as among the school’s best ever sent forth.

Sisterville W. Va Ott Review George Dannes Lawrence County

Wheeler to be Promoted Press Publishers Dispatch

Washington June 4 The president decided to send to the senate the nomination of Joseph Wheeler to be brigadier general in the regular army His name will be sent as soon as General Otis is confirmed as major general

Dispatch Washington Senate Joseph Wheeler Soen Otis

Liver Ailment Remedy Ad from Scott Paisley

An old advertisement describes sallow skin as a sign of liver disorder caused by poisons in blood. It promotes HERBINE to restore liver function and notes a price in cents with Scott Paisley as the seller.

Price Scott Paisley

DeWitts Witch Hazel Gel Balve Promises Fast Relief

Advert says DeWitts Witch EHa gel Balve cures piles eczema and skin diseases with instant and permanent relief. Warns against counterfeits and lists Central Drug Store Long Avenue Rhodes Drug Co 121 Washington Street and Fred C Hyde Mahoningtown as suppliers.

DeWitt Ehagel Central Drug Store Long Avenue Rhodes Drug Co Washingtonstreet Fred C. Hyde Mahoningtown

Dr Pierce Cures Coughs with Golden Medical Discovery

Testimonial from Moses Miles of Hilliard Wyoming claims Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery cured his asthma and lung trouble after trying Favorite Prescription. He praises the remedy, notes four bottles and weight gain, and offers to print the testimony in the Medical Adviser with stamps for mailing.

Tee Jolden Dr. Pierce Golden Medical Moses Miles Hilliard Wyoming

Taxpayers Notice of 1900 County Taxes Collection Routes

Lawrence Couttes Treasurer announces sessions to pay county state and dog taxes for 1900. Listings include dates and several township locations with specific times and venues such as hotels and stores throughout Mercer and nearby townships. Rounds begin June 12 and run through June 25, with multiple townships per day and specific meeting places.

Lawrence Couttes Ova County Washington Windinahed Volantborough Morceheac Perry Township Koasant Hil Wayne and Perry Towers Wilson Wurtcembure Mahoning Township Burs Welltendorf

Executors Notice In Hazel Dell Pa Ward Palestine Hil

Executor J Norman Martin announces probate action for Jane Ward and Kh Ward in Hazel Dell and Pleasant Hill Pennsylvania. Filing details and deadlines outline rights of heirs and creditors under state law.

Jane 5S. Ward Hazel Dell B. Ward Pleasant Hil J. Norman Martin

Notice of Letters Testamentary for William Book's Estate

Letters testamentary on the estate of William Book of Snoppery Rock township Lawrence County Pennsylvania have been granted to FE L Book and RR W White. All indebted parties must pay promptly and those with claims should present them without delay. Executors include W ke Book RW WHEPR H W GRIGSHY and attorney.

William Book Tate Snopperyrock County of Lawrence Pennsylvania FE. L. Book RR. W. White W. Ke Book H. W. Grigshy

Executor's Notice for Samuel Kneram in Scott4 ship

Letters testamentary in the estate of Samuel Kneram of Scott4 ship Lawrence county Pennsylvania having been granted to the executor all persons indebted to the estate are urged to settle at once. Those having claims against the will should present them for payment. Robert W. EE appears as executor.

Levi Ward Wayne Town Laiwrence County Samuel Kneram

Extraordinary Offer for The Weekly News and Ohio Farmer

The Ohio Farmer is presented as a leading agricultural weekly offering twenty pages with market reports from major centers. Subscriptions are advertised at a reduced rate of $1.50 until January 1, with free sample copies and encouragement to subscribe for practical, reliable farming reading.

Weekly News Ohio Farmer Tol Agricultural Press of America

Republican National Convention to Nominate President in Philadelphia

The convention gathers delegates from all sections in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to nominate the United States president. An excursion train is advertised from June 1 to June 18 to Philadelphia with return by Tuesday, June 26. The notice notes limited travel details and dates.

Philadelphia United States Pennsylvania Philadelphi

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