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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1912
Page
10
Reed Willow Fibre India Rush Double Cane and Old Hickory chairs rockers settees couches tables and benches advertised. Fibre rocker offered at 2.50 dollars with lawn benches ranging from 50 cents to 4.50 dollars.
Porch shades make your porch habitable by shading from sun. Natural bamboo slats 1 to 2 inch wide provide light rolling coverage and easy securing. Prices listed for 6 by 8 1.25 dollars 8 by 8 1.50 dollars and 10 by 8 2.00 dollars.
The ad lists Waldo Woodweb-Tan products in standard sizes 8 by 8 inches and 10 by 8 inches with prices 3.50 to 6.50, and Dark Green items in sizes 6 by 8, 8 by 8, and 10 by 8 inches priced from 4.50 to 8.50 dollars.
United Press dispatch from Chicago describes a convention scene with Taft boosters at the Roosevelt headquarters. A waiter twists an orange peel into a Rough Rider hat for a lemonade table while an observer vies for attention from Judge Landis outside. Major Thomas Dunpy of Topeka bets on Roosevelt and Kansas Governor Stubbs jokes about stealing delegates as he declares this is his convention.
William Sankey, a local boy and Westminster College attendee, has accepted a summer position at the First National Bank.
A Philadelphia man claims Eckman’s Alterative cured a serious lung abscess after pneumonia and a long illness. The testimonial cites weight gain and recovery lasting over three years. The ad promotes Eckman Laboratory products for bronchitis asthma and general upbuilding.
A disputed probe of Indiana Roosevelt delegates and alleged fraud at the Wisconsin and Kentucky contests unfolds. Taft and Roosevelt factions clash as credentials contests are heard, with La Follette’s Wisconsin strength noted and charges of county fraud debated.
William Barnes Jr. arrives to marshal Taft delegates as open infighting shapes convention. Roosevelt foes claim roll calls and credentials control will decide seating and outcome. Vermont and Iowa figures surface in bid to undermine Taft, while Meade and Sherman moves unfold.
The second game in the Newsboys Indoor Baseball League ended with the Pirates edging the Giants by one run in the final inning. Batteries were Macerillo and Biondi for the Pirates, Sacco and Fezzoni for the Giants. Next game Monday night features Naps versus Pirates.
Judge Porter approved the bond of H. Slemmons collector of taxes in Enon Valley. The bond stands at 1 250.
A historical ad savoring quick relief from biliousness notes headaches sour stomach hiccoughs and flatulence as common causes of discomfort. It claims three generations and the wider world have found a remedy, inviting readers to discover it.
The state convention nears a Roosevelt win with Bradley, Breathitt and Cochran approved unanimously. La Follette hints at a platform plank on tariff revision and trusts reform if deadlock occurs. Missouri governor Hadley and West Virginia governor Glasscock arrive amid Taft supporters’ claims. Barnes arrives for Taft, eyeing Root as temporary chair. Roosevelt camp claims confidence after meetings with Dixon Pinchot Garfield.
Advert describes Easy Task soap as antiseptic and essential for baby care. It claims to remove dirt effectively, prevent irritation from harsh fabrics, and halve washing time with a quick safe cleanser sold by grocers.
One year from now you will either say I’m glad I did or I wish. Get a plot in New Castle suburb Gardner on the Harmony line. Smallest lot one fourth acre fifty dollars up. Easy terms. North Pittsburgh Realty Co. E J O’Brien agent 22 East Washington Street.
Mrs William Marmaduke Orr visits with her young daughter at the Wallace area home of her parents Mr and Mrs J A Breckenridge in Wallace Acrea with relatives from Rosslyn Farms.
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