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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1915

Page

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Church League Uses Gilmore Ordinance For Special Officers

The Church league secured five police officers to guard the league grounds with salaries paid by the league. Harvey Brest and E C Snyder have bonds approved, others to follow. The five can be called to aid city police and have full police power at the church league ball ground.

Paul Weller Church League Gilmore Church League Organization Harvey Brest E. C. Snyder FE. C. Snyder Council

Dedicatory Services Announced for New United Presbyterian Church

Ellwood City schedules three dedicatory services for June 20 at the new United Presbyterian Church. Rev. John A. Wilson will speak at 11 a.m. and 7:45 p.m. with a 3 p.m. afternoon program by Rev. J. A. McDonald. Music features solos by Misses Gula Morrison Leah Morrison and Jean McCrory.

Ellwood City United Presbyterian Church John A. Wilson D. D Pittsburg Theological Seminary Youngstown Gula Morrison Leah Morrison Jean McCrory

Overseers Seek Reimbursement From Moltz For Care Costs

J. B. Sampson and James Elder of Wilmington township petitioned in court to reimburse themselves 93 for expenses in caring for Henry Moltz's daughter sent to Shenango Valley hospital. They assert Moltz owns real estate and can pay. Judge Porter grants a rule with return set for July 1.

J. B. Sampson James Elder Wilmington Township Henry Moltz Shenango Valley Hospital Moltz Dge Porter

Local Pastor Home From Oxford

Dr and Mrs H J Whalen of Winter Avenue return from Oxford Ohio after their daughter Marguerite graduates Bachelor of Arts from Western College for Women. Dr Whalen preaches at YWCA and Marguerite serves as class historian while her brother Henry visits Chillicothe. Rev Chas Little of Wabash Indiana marked 30 years as Western College trustee and offered prayers at commencement with high tribute from President Boyd.

H. J. Whalen Winter Avenue Oxford Western College For Women Marguerite Chas. Little Wabash Ind Robert Little Western College Boyd

Companion of Cahill Escapes After Clubhouse Firearm Incident

In Ellwood City Pennsylvania a man named Cahill was shot while breaking into the Owls club-house. His wounded companion fled and remained at large as police hunted for him. Offi cer Lew Wittee arrested Cahill after a 3 am disturbance, and Dr E E Lamb treated the wound.

Ellwood City Owls Club Robert Cahill Lew Wittee Cahill Harrison E. E. Lamb

Missing Pulaski man Ed Onstott prompts village alarm

Ed Onstott of Pulaski disappeared from his home on the New Wilmington and Pulaski road during the night. His wife and three children fear for his safety as neighbors search for clues, with no trace found by morning. He is about 40, worked on railroad projects and was a well known resident. Discovery of his absence occurred at 3 o'clock.

Pulaski Ed Onstott New Wilmington and Onstott

Italians Take Monfalcone as Isonzo Fighting Rages

The Italian army reports rapid success in the northeast push toward Trent. They claim capture of Preikopel gun and 100 prisoners, taking Monfalcone and an important position near Monte Nero while heavy losses occur on the Austrian side along the Isonzo.

Rome Trent Cortina d’ Ampezzo Falzargo Pass Cortina Preikopel Monfalcone Isonzo War Office Falzarego Pass Monte Nero Caperetta Tolmein

Enrollment Tops 350 for YMCA Swim Lessons

The number of boys enrolled for next week's swimming lessons at the YMCA pool exceeds 350, the highest ever. On Saturday at 2 PM all enrolled boys meet at the YMCA for instructions and class assignments, and will witness a life saving demonstration.

Editorial staff change at The News replaces Jameson with Caldwell

David Jameson Jr has resigned after a successful year on The News editorial staff. William J Caldwell, a University of Pittsburgh student, will succeed him and is well known and favorably regarded.

David Jameson, Jr the News William J. Caldwell University of Pittsburg

Visitor Miss Lulu Schoeller Guests at Park Avenue Home

Miss Lulu Schoeller of New Wilmington visits the city today staying at the home of Mrs. George W. Conway of Park Avenue.

Lulu Schoeller New Wilmington City George W. Conway Park Avenue

Wesley Methodist Pastor to Lead City Rescue Mission Service

Rev. J. C. Womer of Wesley Methodist will conduct Friday evening services at the City Rescue mission with choir assisting and providing music for the occasion.

J. C. Womer Wesley Methodist Church City Rescue Mission

St John Church Women Lead Fresh Air Camp Aid

The Ladies Missionary Society of St John Evangelical Lutheran Church led the first aid for New Castle's fresh air camp, with bake sale plans at Washington Market to raise funds. Proceeds support the fresh air work as community pledges grow toward camp success.

Ladies’ Missionary Society R. M. B. G. Club St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church Washington Market New Castle

Forty Juvenile Court Docket Seen In Porter Session

Judge Porter presides over nearly forty juvenile cases in a session that resembles a classroom. Many delinquent youths attend with parents while others appear with Parole Officer W. C. Smith. The court aims to reform through supervision, with parolees reporting regularly to the officer to prevent harsher outcomes.

Porter W. C. Smith

Thieves Steal From Ellwood Suburb Homes

Burglars in Burnstown Ellwood district netted cash and goods Wednesday night three houses targeted all occupied by Russians. Take included 18 dollars 40 dollars a gold watch and clothing with trunks and boxes said to have been dumped into the river police say no clue yet to the robbers.

Burnstown Ellwood

Prisoner Bumps Head Against Cell Wall

Police found W. E. Stachan of Pittsburg acting demented and taken to the station. He bumped his head against the cell wall about midnight. Dr. Shaffer ordered his removal to Shenango Valley hospital.

W. E. Stachan Pittsburg Dr. Shaffer Stachan Shenango Valley Hospital

Special Services at St Andrew's Chapel June Program

St Andrew's Chapel announces a series of services in June. On Sunday June 20 at 11 a.m. there is holy communion with address by Dr. R G Roscamp and all communicants are urged to attend. Sunday June 27 is Father's Day with 11 a.m. morning prayer and sermon on "Lord What is Man" and a children's service in the evening.

St. Andrew’s Chapel R. G. Roscamp

Vanderbilt body rumor proved baseless in Ireland find

London sources say a misidentification occurred regarding the yachtsman Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt’s body washed ashore on the County Clare coast. Queenstown reports confirmed the remains found at Point Doolin belonged to another person, with a gold monogram watch and readable papers identifying the owner.

London Vanderbilt Queenstown County Claire Ireland Alfred Gwynne Vanderbilt Exchange Telegraph Company Mr. Vanderbilt Exchange Alfred G. Vanderbilt Cunard Point Doolin County Clare

Prisoners To Work On Public Highways

Arrangements for using jail prisoners on county roads will start after the current term of court. The governor has signed a bill authorizing and regulating such work, detailing warden discretion, daily pay, and potential sentence reductions for good conduct, with limits on bridge or skilled labor.

Lawrence County Brumbaugh

Boy Scouts to Meet at Y M C A

The final concert of the Boys' orchestra of the Y M C A will be held Thursday evening June 17 under the direction of Prof. Edward F Kurtz. Final practice moves to tomorrow evening due to high school commencement tonight.

Edward F. Kurtz

Local Men Speak At Canal Hearing

Matthew Gunton and David Jameson represented New Castle at a canal bill hearing before Governor Brumbaugh on the Ohio river and Lake Erie project. About 40 delegates from the region urged the canal for cheap transport aiding local industries. a Allegheny County delegation opposed. Governor Brumbaugh and Attorney General Powell questioned, with signs he may sign the measures. Public Service Commissioner Magee led the canal board committee in support.

Matthew Gunton Harrisburg David Jameson New Castle Public Service William A. Magee Canal Board Jameson Gunton Allegheny County E. C. Irwin

Boys Orchestra Concert and Scout Camp Planning

Friday evening at 7 30 o clock a meeting of all the Boy Scouts of the city will be held at the Y M C A to finalize plans for the YMCA Boy Scouts camp scheduled June 21 to 30. A delegation from Mahoning M E church will join and be organized into a troop.

Boy Scouts Mahoning M

Second Note To Germany Not Drastic

The second American note to Germany, not an ultimatum, was reviewed by Bryan as courtesy before signing by Acting Secretary Lansing. President Wilson wished Bryan to see it. White House declined to discuss contents. The note’s tone is firm in demanding freedom of commerce and will guide the United States toward peace or war based on German reply.

Washington Germany Bryan Lansing Wilson White House Great Britain Berlin United States

Fire Levels U. P. Church Early Today

Fire destroyed the Lebanon United Presbyterian church near Greenfield north of New Wilmington Pennsylvania at about 1 am. Loss around 3000 dollars with 1000 dollars insured. Cause undetermined though suspected incendiary. The church seated about 300 and had been refurnished recently. Pastor Rev Simpson had led the congregation for a year and a half.

New Wilmington Lebanon United Presbyterian Church Greenfield Simpson W. M. Barr Youngstown

Many Classes To Hold Reunion

Alumni association banquet and reception at the high school features individual class reunions. About three hundred may attend as former students gather to reminisce. The 1904 class holds its 11th annual reunion at five. Robert McK issues notices for tickets priced at 75 cents.

High School Alumni Association Robert McK

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