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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1929
Page
21
The Young plan reparation accord sets Germany on a 60 year debt schedule and becomes effective after ratification by all powers. Belgium first signed the English text while Germany was to sign the French text, marking a historic step to resolve Europe’s long running reparations dispute.
In Abingdon Virginia the mistrial in Deputy Sheriff Jim Crowe's murder case split the Cumberland mountains town and postpones retrial to September. Jurors reportedly leaned toward conviction on manslaughter, with debates over prison terms. In Mahoney City Josephine Koval seven, perished as a three story double frame house burned, trapping her on the third floor. eight Royal family members were burned but saved, with $25,000 estimated loss.
Shelby Ohio resident Farry C. Gadsby is hurt near Los Angeles when a rented auto driven by himself and a companion crashed into a telephone pole during a beach outing. Doctors say he has a slight chance of recovery.
A Pittsburgh jury found four men Harry Pattison Edward Alston Gus Shindel and George Dean guilty of conspiracy in defacing ballots tied to the September 1927 primaries in the twenty first ward. Pattison a Republican ward chairman and Alston a city employee faced conspiracy charges over directing vote counts. The verdict was delivered in a sealed decision opened by Judge Ambrose B Reid. The men face sentencing after the verdict.
Washington reports that the Feinberg apportionment bill passed by Congress will shift House control from rural to urban areas for the first time since the nation’s founding. Census projections say cities with 2,500 plus population will dominate, likely increasing urban representation and swelling the wet bloc in the chamber.
Cathedral refinancing campaign opened the first of the month and begins to bear results as canvassing proceeds in outlying districts funds continue to be raised daily and more contributions are being received.
Reports received this morning put the fund over the $50,000 mark with Bessemer, Indiana, West Pittsburgh and New Castle getting in shape for the intensive drive. A meeting of the captains will be held in the Cathedral this evening to discuss plans and exchange ideas.
J Pierpont Morgan posed reluctantly for a picture aboard the May Lyetanta on a return from a conference. He said little and warned photographers not to bother him again. He was accompanied by his son H S Morgan, his wife, and three children.
New York reports a final tobacco price war settlement may form a new combine backed by prominent New York banking interests including J. P. Morgan & Co. The group aims to merge United Cigar Store Tobacco Proates Company and Union Tobacco Company, with others possibly joining later. Lawyers prepared to file Delaware incorporation papers to effect the merger. In a separate matter, Charles Kelley seeks collection for a 1927 contract showing $54.65 theft delay.
Washington Pa police officer Charles England, 39, shot himself in a hotel room with a service revolver. Police found two notes on Hotel Stationery, one identifying him and the other addressed to Ida M. England, his wife. The messages reflect despair and a plea for God to protect Ida after his death.
Thursday afternoon a round table of affiliated charities met in Associated Charities rooms to discuss weekly business. Attendance was good with no special speaker, the session held entirely for business purposes.
The Ahepans announce plans for their Fey Annual Picnic. John Baorovilas becomes the new secretary, succeeding James Ellar who resigned. Borgvilas, formerly vice president, steps into the role. Details of the event and gate erection for the Alwpa convent are discussed by the Modern Woodmen of America on East Washington Street.
The Veterans Committee of the Barry McBride Post Valetans of Porvigtt Wars will visit Warren Post to assess welfare needs. They will meet at the Les Bion Home Sully at 7 o clock, then proceed to the Taylor University area for a discussion with Pastor Maitland and Episcopal leaders about ongoing relief efforts.
A fragment notes an event next week at Cee or University involving arts education or exhibition. The readable text is limited and unnamed details remain unclear.
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