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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1914
Page
4
Special notice outlines the newspaper staff and office at Corner Sycamore Street and Apple Way. It lists subscriptions at 1 week 5 dollars yearly and 3 dollars for mail, with distribution through leading stands. Also notes telegraph service and that checks should be addressed to THE NEWS COMPANY in New Castle, Pa.
Chicago woman Miss Georgia Jay won a breach of promise suit against Omer A Rodeheaver for $20,000. He left for Colorado to continue evangelistic work after the trial and faces public scrutiny over the case and his future with the Billy Sunday party.
The piece lauds William E. Eakin a former Hillsville blacksmith now elected chairman of the Republican county committee. It praises his honesty, practical skill, and trusted leadership, arguing his grave responsibility mindset and predicting a large Republican victory.
A New Jersey judge ruled that without a seat a rider cannot be fined for refusing to pay a street car fare, a decision said to apply to railroad coaches. The piece notes the impracticality of boarding at peak times and suggests companies might charge fares to all seated riders to counter the impact.
A Pittsburg Post snippet quotes a reader predicting global doom and discussing debt and credit plans for next month. The fragment offers little context and names only general financial worry rather than specific events.
A collection of editorials and quips from Altoona Gazette and local papers mocking politics culture and society. Observers note clashes over patriotism schooling canals and local governance while jokes touch on weddings mills and vice councils. The tone is witty editorial gossipy and social commentary.
A Bellfontaine groom and bride on a train wedding trip are robbed of money and railroad tickets amid a shower of rice. The article remarks on fools aiding the thief and the groom’s urgent need for funds.
A scattered collection of local observations and humorous asides reflects on city life. Notes mention exhibitions at the high school, a 40 year old shovel on display, a humane society in New Castle, Battery B veterans reunion at Mt. Jackson, and lighted streets. Wry comments target restaurants, preachers, automotives, and bugs attracted to arc lights. A few quips hinge on optimism, self critique, and human nature.
A police remark highlights the force's new hat wearing figure H. Nelson who has become a talking point among officers and civilians alike. The tale notes the shift as a humorous feature of the town's recent change.
Officials of the state department of agriculture and other scientists warn that the so called tree vaccination is a fake. They cite cases where the fraud recurs in different counties and urge property owners to seek information from trusted sources. Thomas Evans of Waldo Street was seen in Ellwood City on Sunday.
Observation notes that with four daughters in a family the father needs little jewelry while daughters likely wear more. Context suggests a light social vignette from a Galveston publication.
An article explains anaemia or bloodlessness as a gradual thin-blood tendency. It cites symptoms of pale complexion and breathlessness and promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills as an effective early remedy with guidance and a free booklet from Dr Williams Medicine Co.
Hon. William M. Brown Republican nominee for congress praised the county and district at a meeting of the Republican county committee. He urged support for a protective tariff and unity after Chicago, noting past party splits. Attendee E F G Harper argued tariffs protect American industry amid European labor competition.
Two farmers in a western town discuss storm effects a day or two after a cyclone. One asks about a new barn’s condition, the other jokes he hasn’t located it yet. A casual, humorous exchange from National Food Magazine.
The Watchuran Examiner notes a failed publishing venture costing the author both fortune and reason. The endeavor sought to publish a book titled Who's Who in Mexico and was an attempted escape from prior losses.
A 1913 survey notes 28 Americans donated $1,000,000 or more to benevolent causes, with total gifts reaching $302,000,000. Education received about $170,000,000 and religious and charitable efforts $95,000,000. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York led with $23,000,000, aided by large bequests and estates from notable names.
A dermatologist endorses bold-sulphur cream for itching and eczema on the skin. It is said to soothe irritation, heal the condition, and reduce eruptions, with long lasting relief though not always a permanent cure. An ounce can be bought at any pharmacy for application like cold cream.
The article details major gifts including $60 million from the J Pierpont Morgan collection now on loan to a museum and large endowments from the Rockefeller foundation and Andrew Carnegie. It notes Oliver H Payne’s $4 25 million to Cornell and Robert P Doremus under $5 million to Washington and Lee. It highlights Reed B Freeman who gave his $3 million fortune to the families of 30 girls who died in his factory fire and then returned to work as a clerk.
A historic claim suggests Eskimos possess one extra rib on each side of the body compared with other races. The piece notes the supposed fat maintenance struggle and speculates on an extinct ancestral race as the reason for this physical trait.
A Kansas City Star report notes a Kansas side minister who reminded his congregation that Eve only realized she lacked clothing after eating the apple. He quipped that some women members should, too, experience the bite in his provocative line.
An advertisement touts Dr James Headache Powders as the quickest relief for headaches neuralgia and pain, claiming dramatic effects in moments. Sold at drug stores for 10 cents a package with urged consumer reassurance to end suffering.
The text explains a shop’s emphasis on proper fit as a deliberate practice. It highlights that correct fit is essential and that offering good clothing at each price point supports their success.
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