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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1911
Page
3
A scrambled report surveys rural to urban migration, describing cityward yearnings, exploitation, and the strain on families. It notes the “Back to the Soil” movement’s limited impact while highlighting economic hardship, rising costs, and the lure of city jobs that erode rural life.
The article argues juries may convict more readily as prosecutors target individuals rather than corporations. It notes the US district attorney in New York will direct anti trust actions at those who ran the trusts, seeking prison terms rather than fines. Supreme Court rulings are cited as opening doors for criminal cases against heads of major firms.
The article notes National Grange opponents of reciprocity with Canada seek support from lumber and print paper sectors and even a Woolen company president to block duties. It argues wool and woolens duties tax farmers and that farmers should see reciprocity would not harm them while wool protections hurt.
County court notes a notably small jury docket with only 24 cases, many for juvenile matters, and claims that most criminal court work stems from Haver Boring incidents. Officials expect potential sentences if grand jurors approve.
The article notes a surplus of 3,000,000 returned to the federal treasury after defraying current year expenses. Postmaster Hitchcock advances efficiency, postal service extensions, and a possible pony letter rate. It discusses war memory, labor hours reforms for women in California and Australia, and political shifts in Ohio.
The Mercer CG council and local school association debated a proposed dry TGQ start up campaign at PUOVECHY OL. The meeting discussed funding and community impact, noting an estimated turnout of around 3,000 and statements by officials and residents. The article records attendance by local leaders and citizens, with mentions of the Mulit-Hite base and related civic concerns.
Obituaries mention J Spearman of Sharon a longtime bank president and industrial organizer. John Young a longtime Pennsylvania Railroad worker and community figure. Miss Ethel Boggs 18 of Big Beaver Township. Mary Kane Aiken of Butler. Wm McCombs of Liberty Township. James Hould of Portersville and other local residents who died after illness or accident with brief family details and funeral plans.
Mrs Clarice of the city and More than Axe of Votant announce their marriage plans as a surprise to friends. The ceremony is set for Wednesday June 3 at Rev OG Stratton home on Haus Avenue with a reception at the bride’s parent’s home. Axe is a well known employee of Pennsylvania Hallrasd company and both families have many friends.
The report notes O1L OPERATIONS to resume in the Warthemburs field within weeks after drying of the soil. Several wells showed limited production. locals warn of prior mismanagement but deem the region promising. A winter lease is expected to undergo a thorough test to evaluate potential.
The froet acres of the far west beckon home seekers this spring as land seekers stream through St. Paul Omaha and Kansas City en route to the Golden West. Many are well funded from selling farms and seek to establish new homes on government irrigation lands with ready water and established communities.
May data reveal more wells completed and higher new production in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and surrounding fields. Counts show increases in total wells, new production, and drilling activity, with declines in dry holes and overall gas output in some districts.
The cornerstone of the new Reformed Church at Crescent avenue and Bigath street was laid in a ceremony attended by many. Rev. Mline, the former pastor, was noted as the first to serve since 1905 and Rev. Stamm presently leads the congregation. the church, brick and modern, is expected to cost about $7 000 and be ready by September. Local members and building committee names are listed with multiple family names. Farmers nearby report better fruit and grain crops after recent rains, with potential strong yields if frost stays away.
Central Presbyterian Church plans an $1800 repair drive this week. Campaign teams, 87 districts, two men per district, meet tonight at 6 30 with a meal provided by the women. Repairs include frescoing, woodwork repaint, lighting, new books, and an electric sweeper. Committee led by C O Santee, Howard Momnell, W H Britton, W C Garson, and Rev A R McCourinnick.
A young widow from Ally Odd City mourns John Summerville of Steubenville who died after a brief illness. The woman, 23, previously lost her husband Mr Bulmer and later worked at Bell Telephone and for Walter Kimmich before moving to Bleucenville where she met Mr Summerville. She is mother to a few months old baby and has many friends offering sympathy.
Miss Nina Humphrey of Portersville to wed Mr Frank Shields of Portersville in early June. The marriage follows a surprise bridal shower hosted by Berean class members at Mrs W F Gardner’s home on Wallace Avenue. The couple’s social ties include Mist Zoe Mayes and Miss Grace Gardner.
A report describes the death of a woman linked to scientific work and notes an application for a charter to form the Xmn Castle Peanut Company to manufacture, buy, sell and deal in peanut confections.
Boston reports announce the burial of Dr Emma Movers, custodian of the Neuro Famelogica arts at a medical school, who died after pneumonia and blood poisoning likely contracted during research on the germ linked to a recent outbreak. Also named are Claire Montgomery of Giltteh stress as a relative.
June 5 The debt bills to reorganize the insurance department, per Governor Tener, set a new commissioner and pay scales. The department would expand staff including deputy examiner, actuary, chief examiner, and inspectors, with salaries ranging from 1,000 to 7,500, and a plan to hire more examiners as needed.
In Pottstown charts near Scheylill canal Clara Favinger ten, saved from drowning by a shepherd dog as she and sister Nellie, nine, played by the water. A man named Artin Murray jumped in after the dog dragged the dress and pulled Clara to shore.
In Butler Pennsylvania a buggy carrying two men and a horse was hit by a fast train at the Central avenue crossing Saturday. The horse was killed and both men, identified as Hefevre aud Albert Stutz, were injured and taken to Butler General Hospital.
Culted Press reports 20 year old Tune ote Prive of Sun day School fame as the world record holder for regival attendance. He has not missed a Sunday at Mast Liberty Presbyterian since Marvel 3891, marking an era of perfect attendance according to the record.
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