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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1941
Page
35
Classified ad listing multiple properties and a gas and service station for sale or lease. Includes contact names, locations, and terms for homes and land such as 48 2-ACRES with crops, 11-50 Wilmington Rd rental, and various houses with prices and viewable phone numbers.
Market Ps and quiescence mix as profit taking halts momentum. U S Steel and Bethlehem rise small, Crucible and Youngstown Sheet & Tube fall. American Telephone softens while Dow Chemical climbs on opening sale.
Furnished by Kay Richards & Co Union Trust Building averages at 1 p m list industrial utilities rail and metals stocks with figures many company names appear including American Can Co Bethlehem Steel Baldwin Loco Boeing Airplane Canadian Pacific Col Gas & Elec Consolidated Edison Crucible Steel and Anaconda Copper plus others with fractional changes and mixed gains and losses
Butler auction records show varied egg prices as local buyers bid on multiple egg lots. Prices range with bidders competing to secure cartons of eggs in steady demand amid market fluctuations.
In the estate of J Lee Cooper late of the Eighth Ward New Castle Pennsylvania letters of administration have been granted to the undersigned All persons having claims or demands against the estate are requested to make them known and all indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to Anna Cowmeadow Admx CC TA 912 Beckford St New Castle Pa Wylie McCaslin Atty Local News June 4 11 1825 July 2 9 1941
A dense OCR fragment lists numerous companies and brands from a midcentury stock page. Firms include Ford, General Motors, U S Steel, Standard Brands, Seaboard era names, and industrials such as Goodyear, Firestone, DuPont, Republic Steel, Reynolds Tobacco, and Westinghouse. The page shows cross names, partial percentages, and market notations, reflecting a snapshot of diverse listings and implied prices. The text mixes corporate names with numeric hints and misread characters, typical of scanned archival financial sections.
Five Lawrence County softball games start at 6 PM with Ellwood City Sons of Italy facing Ellport Tigers at Ewing Park in a key rematch. Valentinos visit Rose Avenue to play the Fannins, Donofrios meet New Castle Sons of Italy at Dean Park, Radiators challenge Johnson Bronze at Gaston Park, and Sunny Boys travel to Columbus A C at Liberty Street.
Ohio expands pheasant stocking with 8000 birds released from Urbana game farm, up from 7375 in spring 1940. The push aims to boost game bird populations and hunting opportunities across the state.
Jimmy Wasdell, Brooklyn out fielder, is a native Clevelander who lived in Ohio and sold scorecards in League Park, Cleveland.
Former major league outfielder Joe Gallagher nicknamed He's in the Army has entered military service after a brief stint in the minor leagues. Gallagher previously played for the Yankees and the Brooklyn Dodgers.
Swiss figure skating champion Isle Schottlaender is en route to the country to turn professional. The move signals a major shift for the rival who has dominated local amateur circuits and now plans to join professional tours.
International News Service Pittsburgh reports wholesale prices with limited supplies. Poultry and butter steady. Hens, turkeys, geese and broilers priced per weight. Eggs firm with various grades listed. Tomatoes, cabbage, potatoes and regional stock pricing included.
United States district court proceedings in the Western District of Pennsylvania seek to cancel citizenship orders for Nick IV Matteo and Giuseppe Progini. Complaints filed April 25, 1941 allege lack of intent to become permanent citizens. Notices will run in New Castle News Hillsville PA and Pittsburgh Legal Journal for three weeks before December 31, 1941.
Lorraine G Young Admx of estate for Charles E Young of New Castle Lawrence County Pa granted administration. Creditors must pay debts and claimants present at 306 N Mercer St New Castle Pa or to Martin and Martin Attys 32 Union Trust Bldg. Legal News June 4 11 18 25 July av att.
Letters testamentary granted to George Meyer for the Mary E. Meyer estate of Taylor Township Lawrence County Pennsylvania. Creditors and claimants must present debts to George Meyer executor R D No 3 New Castle Pennsylvania or to solicitor Joseph Solomon. Publication dates listed as May 14 21 28 and June 4 11 38 292.
The Register of Wills of Lawrence County Pennsylvania has granted letters of administration for the estate of Emma K B Weisz late of Perry Township to Fred M Weisz who will administer. He invites all indebted persons to pay and all claimants to present claims promptly. New Castle attorneys Weingartner and Mercer handle the matter with notices running May 7 14 21 28 and June 4 31 1941.
Jennie H. McClenahan is administratrix for the estate of Robert I. McClenahan late of New Bedford Pulaski Township Lawrence County Pennsylvania Creditors are asked to present claims and debtors to pay promptly Attorneys Richard F lana listed with dates May 7 14 21 28 June in legal notices from Ross
Livestock values show cattle steady across weights and grades. Hogs rise to 10 cents higher in lighter and midweight ranges while larger hogs hold around 9.75 to 10. Calves also steady with good to choice grades prevailing. Sheep and lambs show varied prices, with spring lambs reaching into the tens. The notice ends with a promotional line about a 1 year News by Mail subscription.
Pauline Boots daughter of Emil Boots and Willard L Webster son of William Webster wed in a Methodist church ceremony at Wurtemburg Ellwood City. The couple received 90 guests at a reception then planned a return to Boardman Ohio. She is a Genevea College graduate and teacher. he is a Youngstown college educator and athletic director.
The American Legion Auxiliary in Ellwood City elected officers for the coming year. New officers include Mrs. Oscar Bair as president and Mrs. John Luck as vice president, along with Mrs. Thomas Roys second vice president, Mrs. Edward Wollman secretary treasurer, Mrs. Ernest Reinhimer corresponding secretary, Mrs. Elmer Greenham chaplain, Mrs. Zeigler historian, and Mrs. Harold Stroup sergeant-at-arms. A breakfast at Ewing Park is planned for July 9 and lunch followed the meeting with cards played by attendees.
Ellwood City June 11 Kiwanis club held at the Lutheran church with President Percy Lutton presiding. Helling Kiwanis member spoke on The Community Chest detailing its history and future hopes. A directors meeting followed at L C Barnhart's Franklin avenue home. The Wehman reunion is set for noon Saturday June 28 at Ewing Park. Hazel French, former Ellwood resident now in West Palm Beach, visits with friends. her son Eddie plans to join from Harrisburg later.
During Mrs Fay Cowan's temporary absence Ellwood City reporter news items will be taken by Jack Hough. Call Ellwood City 470. Items may be left at Ellwood City News company Lawrence avenue for collection.
Ellwood City June 11. Mrs William Boyer newlywed was honored by the True Blue class at Slippery Rock Presbyterian Church. 19 members attended a Tuesday meeting at Mrs Clara Boyers home with gifts presented by Tommy Boyer and special guests listed.
Ellwood City report details Kon O Kwee Girl Scout Camp pre camp training for staff at 18:00 Wednesday with counselors bringing lunches and dinners planned. Registration for Girl Scouts runs Thursday from noon to 2 pm, with campers and parents asked to depart by 2 30 pm. Scouts are urged to bring tennis rackets and any costumes to support the camp dramatic program.
Group Four of the Baptist Women's Missionary Society met at Mrs. Edward McDanel's Jefferson Street home and conducted devotionals and business. Mrs. McDanel read a missionary letter from a cousin in India. The group voted to support the Baptist Home and Orphanage campaign in Pittsburgh and scheduled a picnic at Ewing Park on July 8.
Ellwood City hospital admitted one patient yesterday and discharged six. Discharged: Mrs. William Doak R D 1 Ellwood City. Mrs. Lewis McDanel and infant son R D 1 Ellwood City. Mrs. Natalee Prestopine and infant son 1226 Lawrence Avenue. Mrs. Rudolph Turner Jr and infant daughter 620 Franklin Avenue. Mrs. Park Irwin and infant daughter 715 Crescent Avenue. Ernest Barracchini 1117 Crescent Avenue. Shirley Migut Ellport.
A farewell party for Mrs Julius Meister was held at the home of Mrs C A Adams on Glen Avenue. She is leaving by train for Upper Darby Philadelphia Pa where her husband has been transferred. Three bridge tables competed with Mrs Lee Sekulski winning first and Mrs Richard Hawke second.
The Women's Missionary Society of the First Christian Church met Tuesday evening at Mrs. Thomas Rogers home on the Ellwood New Castle road. Mrs Patton led devotionals and Mrs McKinnley ran the business portion. Mrs Martin Solsberg led the program on missionary work in India. Refreshments were served. The next meeting will be at Mrs Solsbergs home at the same time next month.
Lawrence County Treasurer Earl Wimner will be at the Municipal building in the downstairs courtroom on Monday and Tuesday of next week to collect payments for County Institution and Personal Property tax. Office hours are 9 to 12 a.m. and 1 to 3:30 p.m.
The Fidelity class of Bell Memorial church met with Mrs. Walter Houk on Clover avenue Tuesday evening with 20 members present. Mrs. Leonard Vogier supervised devotionals and Mrs. Walter Houk led the business meeting. Plans for the fathers and sons banquet on Saturday were discussed. LeSUS prizes went to Mrs. Gertrude Skewis, Mrs. Blanche Atkins, Mrs. Hazel Grant, and Mrs. John Snare. A solo by Janice McKim was also enjoyed. Lunch was served by the hostess and two helpers. The class will meet again on Tuesday, July 8.
The Cosby class of the United Presbyterian Church met Tuesday evening at Mrs. Charlotte Bowen’s Rolling Hills residence. Mrs. Nova Cree led devotionals and president Mrs. LaRue Dicks presided over the business meeting. Games, contests, prizes, and refreshments followed. The group will meet again July 8.
The Orangemen lodge met in regular session to review the picnic committee report from Pittsburgh. West View Park will host the Western Pennsylvania Orangemen celebration on July 12 with F D Buquo named sports chairman. A general committee meeting is planned for June 12 and the lodge supports the British war relief drive.
Emma Schaffner class of the Emanuel Reformed church met Tuesday evening at the parsonage on Eighth Street with eleven members present. Mrs. F. D. Powell led devotionals. Mrs. James Mackev led the business meeting. A class picnic was planned for July 8 at Ewing Park, inviting family members. Mrs. Loch served refreshments.
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