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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1938
Page
11
Lawrence County Mercantile Appraiser's List for 1938 continues with retail mercantile licenses for various establishments. Includes restaurant and eating house licenses list with renewals, billiard licenses, and addresses such as Mercer area venues.
Lawrence county residents faced a federal conspiracy trial on charges of violating the Internal Revenue Act. Among the ten defendants were Raab linked to leasing a farm near Bartville and others including Mario Manni, Dominick Mallamo, Joseph Anglo, Mike Beves, Milan Tater, Mrs. Milan Tater, Mike Phillips, Sherald Chambers, and Pasquale Marini. A 200 gallon still was reported at a March 1937 site by federal agents.
Meadville Pa June One of the prominent speakers during Allegheny College 123rd commencement program Bruce Bliven magazine editor will deliver the Phi Beta Kappa address Saturday afternoon in Ford Memorial Chapel The former newspaperman is regarded as an authority on American life and will be part of the large 1200 senior class receiving diplomas at commencement exercises Monday June 14.
Paducah Ky June Law rence A. Goudy 31 was arrested today for the cedar closet murder of Mrs Laura Krennich at Syracuse New York and pronounced in custody by Police Chief W E Bryant officials announced.
Members of the Lions Club heard Dr. Paris A. Shoaff discuss city matters at their regular weekly session. The group also received reports on the city airmen contest and related flying event details.
Ellwood City Kiwanis heard Governor Waller Morris of Butler speak on Kiwanis International and its objectives at the Trinity Lutheran church dining room. Special guests included EB A H Carey, Karl W. Dunn, and Arthur Taylor of Beaver Falls. A Kiwanis gathering in Beaver Falls is planned for June 28 with a golf event, dinner dance, and ladies cards, while the June 21 meeting returns to Anly Hill Grange.
Ellwood City reports the Wayne Woman's Christian Temperance Union held its first regular meeting at Mrs. Arthur Wehman’s home on Pittsburgh Road. Four new members joined, flowers for shut ins will be prepared, and the next meeting is set for July 5 at Mrs. H. L. Coulter’s home on Bridge Street.
Elwood City joins Glenn Avenue resident Charis N. Denko in the Geneva College class as an honor graduate. Denko, son of Mr and Mrs W Denko, earns high honors with B5 or better and leads in clubs, serving as president of Writers Engineering and Chemistry, manager of the Debate club and editor at the cabinet. He receives congratulations from friends across the district for scholastic and social achievements.
Ellwood City June 8 A North Sewickley Grange meeting in the grange hall featured pantomimes revivals and songs. Miss Vesta Householder directed a minstrel skit Bandana Days with 16 participants. The program was crowned one of the most successful yet and the next meeting is set for June 21. It was announced that Big Knob Grange won first prize for its float in the Wy Brighton centennial parade.
Ellwood City notices announce a piano recital by Miriam Johnson at the First Methodist Episcopal church on Saturday afternoon June 11 at 3 o clock. Soloist Alexander M Robertson of Pittsburgh, a noted Scotch song singer and Galvary Episcopal church choir director, will perform.
Ellwood City June 8 Mrs Edith Barnhart was installed as the new president at the Jane dinner meeting of the Burin and Professional Women's club in the United Presbyterian church dining room New officers include Mrs Laira Herge vice president Miss Rebecca MecConahy treasurer Mrs Margaret Skewls recording secretary and Mrs Gladys Scheldementel corresponding secretary The benefit bridge committee chaired by Miss Grace Brown reported a substantial sum raised by a recent club benefit.
The 30th anniversary of the Emma Kaufman Camp Association will be observed Sunday with a garden party at Emma Kaufman Camp Grounds. More than 3,000 visitors are expected for a basket picnic and a full program of camp activities starting at 1:00 PM. Committee led by Lilian B. Kaufmann coordinates events with support from the community and city funds.
Ellwood City notes report a Junie Women’s club meeting planning a plenary supper at Goodirick Park. Catherine Lauders baugh leads the committee arranging the picnic and program details.
Mrs Edward Hartung and Miss Marvin McLure were injured when a car crashed into a signal pole at the B and O crossing in Mars. Mrs Hartung suffered three broken ribs and back bruises while McLure had a broken nose and facial cuts. Mr Hartung and the driver were not seriously hurt. The car was badly damaged.
Ellwood City June 8 plans for finishing renovations at Camp Thompson were discussed at a meeting of the County Committee. The camp is expected to be ready to open on June 18, and county scouts look forward to a pleasant camping season.
Keefer funeral services were conducted for V4 Keefer who died after a fall at a Provisers farm. Keefer, a carpenter, was electrocuted at home of Mrs Prank Zink in Zelienople. He is survived by his mother and several sisters and brothers, with funeral at Gerace Reformed Church and burial in the local cemetery. Reunions note Miller family gathering planned June 16 at Ewing Park store.
Twelve members of Group One of the Baptist Missionary Society gathered at Mrs John Houghs home in South Ellwood Heights for a clover social meeting. Decorations featured a floral arch and Kerner flowers while a delicious menu was served. The group completed current project books and planned the church program for the missionary meeting. They voted to donate to the Baptist Orphanage in Pittsburgh. Mrs Miles Shaffer and Mrs Carne Haven led the devotional period. A social hour included an informal handkerchief shower for Mrs Ler Seluiski on her birthday. A mini meeting will be held next month under Mrs Chester Ropers.
At the monthly meeting in the First National Bank building last evening the PHC elected officers for the coming year. A routine agenda featured bingo and refreshments as Mrs. Je ak aged Dat Buque received honors. The January meeting will be held at the same venue with officers taking effect next month.
Mrs Robert McCabe of Fountain was mistress of the members of the King's Messengers class. The gathering at Ewing Park featured social time and refreshments after a program led by President Whitmire.
Mrs Crawford of CGuenenaw hosted the Modern Bridge club gathering in Ellwood City last evening. Mrs Zeger and Mrs Robert McKinney shared score honors after two games. A luncheon served by the hostess followed the match on June 21 with Mrs McKinney of New Brihdion road remaining.
Mrs Hazel French acted as hostess for a small local group meeting in Sullwood City on a summer evening. Details are limited but attendees enjoyed light refreshments and casual conversations.
Local residents note a missionary group will hold a gathering in Ellwood City with organizers listed as Mrs A and others from the ministry. Details remain sparse in the readable portion.
Rotarians are scheduled to gather this evening at the North Side church in Castlewood. The event, organized by the Pittsburgh branch, will be hosted by Mrs Warren Horkenberm at 0renard avenue, with arrangements led by Br of Pissurgh.
Ellwood City members of the Ellwood Garden Club met at Mrs. Lauderbaugh's home on Gier Avenue to hear federation reports. Rosy talks by Mrs. Wort and Mrs. Z B Gurrs on roses followed a planning session. meetings closed with refreshments.
Ellwood City notes a June meeting of the CLP class led by Anna Wilson. A plan for a midsummer picnic with light refreshments is described in the readable fragment.
Ellwood notes a career series event at Ewing Park with Mrs Evans and Mrs Kennet Fox in attendance. On June 21 Mrs Donald Uebe enters the event at Ewing Park.
Mrs Neininger acted as hostess for a club gathering, welcoming members and coordinating the event while plans and discussions took place in a cordial, community setting.
A foreign missionary visited Mrs Boots home in a brief society note. The event highlights domestic social ties and religious outreach within the community. Local residents share curiosity about the mission and its hosts.
Ellwood City residents prepare for a Pomona Grange meeting as auxiliary firemen plan attendance. The event includes notices of local personals and community group activities, with local names such as Cari Ms Mrs. Herman Wiis and others listed in brief notices.
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