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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 12, 1931

Page

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Hoover faces re nomination as Young Republicans rally

Secretary Arthur Hyde declares Hoover likely to seek a second term before 500 attendees at the National Conference of Young Republicans. The Ohio senator Simeon D. Fess had already urged Hoover’s renomination, framing Hyde’s remarks as an official pledge and the gathering as a Hoover meeting.

Hoover Arthur M. Hyde National Conference of Young Republicans Hyde Federal Farm Board Simeon D. Fess Ohio Republican National Committee Conference of National Committee For

Churches Vow to Fight Prohibition at Convention

Rev. A E Driggers of the First Presbyterian Kittanning preached that Prohibition is America s answer to alcoholism before a large audience at the Cathedral during the 93rd Lawrence County Sabbath School convention. The closing session of the all day event concluded the gathering.

America A. E. Driggers First Presbyterian Church of Kittanning Lawrence County

Poseidon Submarine Tragedy in Yellow Sea Rescue Efforts Continue

The British Admiralty believes all 18 crew of the Poseidon are dead after the submarine sank in the Yellow Sea following a collision with the Chinese steamer Yuta. American salvager Pigeon aids the effort as rough seas hinder divers. Thirty three men escaped to the surface, two later died from injuries, and divers heard no Morse responses from inside.

International News Service London Yellow Sea Pigeon United States

United Miners Froe Hoover To Call Conference

United Miners threaten to call a conference with Hoover over labor disputes. The move signals mounting tensions as representatives prepare to negotiate terms and seek a resolution amid demands for better pay and safety guarantees.

United Miners Froe

Ills Of Coal Fields Press UMWA Request Meeting With Hoover

The United Mine Workers executive board led by John L. Lewis asks President Hoover to convene a joint operators and miners meeting. They describe widespread degradation in the bituminous fields including harsh conditions for workers and families and seek a common understanding to address the industry’s crisis.

Indianapolis Hoover United Mine Workers of America John L. Lewis

Evangeline Booth Addresses Crowd at City Diamond

A sea of waving handkerchiefs greeted Evangeline Booth as she spoke to a large crowd on the city diamond. An escort of motorcycles accompanied the official party departing the scene.

Evangeline Booth

Daily Weather Report Summary

U S weather bureau data show a 24 hour period ending nine this morning with a maximum of 83 degrees and a minimum of 59. No precipitation occurred. River stage stands at 4.7 feet and falling.

U. S. Weather Bureau

Choir Leaders Lead Hour of Song and Prayer at Presbyterian Church

An hour's service led by John Owens featured Miss Elizabeth Owens at the piano as the Third United Presbyterian choir under David West performed two anthems. Arthur Thomas and Mrs Thomas sang The Lord is My Shepherd, with a surprise number by six George Wash boys.

John Owens Elizabeth Owens Third United Presbyterian Church David West Katherine Newberry Arthur Thomas

Nurses Graduation Night at Jameson Memorial School

Seven nurses graduate at 8:30 p m daylight time in the Jameson Memorial Nurses Training School commencement at the first Christian church. The event is open to the public and includes a organ recital by Mrs Paul Browne Patterson.

Jameson Memorial Nurses Training School First Christian Church Paul Browne Patterson

Fire Engulfs Barn Near Meadville Hotel Sparks Evacuations

Fire at a barn near the Columbus hotel in Meadville forces hotel guests and residents to flee. An explosion is reported but not confirmed as the cause. flames scorch the structure and nearby areas as authorities investigate.

Meadville Meadville, i Red Hotel Apartm Street

Cattle Herd Passes Through City On Uncommon Route

A herd of 31 cattle exited a B and O freight car at the South Mill and Division streets office. The cattle, bought in Chicago by Thomas Cooper of the Harlansburg district, were driven through city streets to pasture at Cooper's farm via Mill to Crotch and East Brook.

South Mill Division Streets Thomas Cooper Harlansburg Chicago Mill Crotch East Brook Cooper

Further Trouble Is Now Feared In Mine Strike Area

Striking miners in the bituminous coal strike in western Pennsylvania have armed themselves and are prepared for another Herron. Department of Labor representatives are probing the mine troubles as the three county area remains in turmoil. International News Service confirms potential for intensified conflict amid labor dispute.

Department of Labor Leo V. Dolan International News Service Pittsburgh, Pa Pennsylvania Herron

Governor Signs Firearms Bill in Harrisburg

Gov. Gif ford Pinchot signed the Witkin House bill regulating sale and possession of firearms. The act targets pistols and short rifles, exempts shotguns and standard hunting rifles, and requires a fifty cent license after September 1 for carrying weapons. Police or sheriffs issue licenses. hunting license holders are exempt.

International News Service Harrisburg Gifford Pinchot Witkin House Commonwealth Witkin

Believe Sister Of Slain Gurl Knows Details

Elizabeth Tucker Faithfull branded as enigma in New York murder mystery as sister claims to hold key details about the case. authorities pursue leads while public interest grows in the unclear motive and suspect lineup.

Gurl Enigma New York

Sister To Be Questioned In Starr Faithful Case

Elizabeth Tucker Faithful, sister of slain New York socialite Starr Faithful, faces grand jury questioning in Mineola as investigators probe her possible involvement. Authorities note her travel claims, two men seen with Starr, and fluctuating finances while considering blackmail links. Scotland Yard observers also noted ongoing development.

International News Service New York Elizabeth Tucker Faithful Chie Starr Faithful Starr Elizabeth Elvin J. Edwards Nassau County Mineola Tucker Edwards Stanley E. Faithful Grand Jury Boston Faithful Franconia

Governor Signs General Appropriation Bill For State Operations

Harrisburg June 12 Gov Gifford Pinchot approved the General Appropriation Bill financing state government for the next two years beginning June 1 The act totals 153 168 017 62 after Pinchot trimmed 2 776 050 from the assembly version The package plus about 40 000 000 in other measures will push total biennial expenditures near 350 000 000 with further funds to be approved before June 27 One major cut was in a state appropriation.

International News Service Harrisburg Gifford Pinchot

Epworth Church Dedication Planned for July 12 in New Castle

Plans announce the dedication of New Castle’s Epworth Methodist Episcopal Church at East Washington Street and Butler Avenue on Sunday July 12. Rev Samuel L Maxwell says the stone building uses Brier Hill sandstone with Indiana limestone trim and a slate roof, featuring dual entrances and a porte cochere, plus rear parking for about one hundred and landscaped surroundings.

New Castle Epworth Methodist Episcopal East Washington Street Butler Avenue Samuel L. Maxwell Brier Hill East Washington Washington

Probe Death Of Chicago Woman

In Chicago on June 12 a mysterious illness affecting five girls at a radio tube manufacturer prompted an investigation. Mrs. Joseph Kelm, 35, died after a second hospital stay in two months with no diagnosis. Officials cited workplace exposure records and urged inquiry before signing a death certificate.

International News Service Chicago Joseph Kelm

Oklahoma sheriffs shoot two Mexicans over car license anecdote

A Beverly Hills reader states Oklahoma sheriffs found a car with no liquor but shot two Mexicans after a Kansas license was found. The writer questions the incident and suggests a different course, mentioning Pershing and Mexico.

Beverly Hills Cal Oklahoma Kansas Pershing Mexico

Amelia Earhart Slightly Injured In Autogiro Crash

Amelia Earhart Putnam, famed trans Atlantic aviator, was slightly injured in Abilene Texas when an autogiro failed to gain altitude on takeoff from Kingolving airport and struck two parked cars. Witnesses noted Mrs L A Lowash and her son Jack from Garfield avenue were visitors in Pittsburgh.

International News Service Abilene Texas Amelia Earhart Putnam Kingolving

Death Notice Miller Regarise 81 Cambridge

Miller Regarise age 81 of Cambridge died. Billy Blair Dodds aged 5 days, 512 Centennial Street listed as a survivor or related entry, with terms indicating a death record and street address.

Cambridge, N Billy Blair Dodds Centennial Street

State Highway Plans Reflector Light on Grant Street

Council heard Police Chief Horner say the state highway department will install a reflector light at the Grant street intersection with North Jefferson street. A stop sign exists but is hard to see at night.

Horner State Highway Department Grant Street North Jefferson Street

Reappoint Shaner As Temporary Officer

City council met in the city building today and William Shaner was re appointed a city policeman for a period of 10 days owing to the absence from duty of M. J. Kitty who was permanently injured when struck by an automobile.

William Shaner M. J. Kitty

Dilemma of Arthur Mometer Faces Duty and Desire

Arthur Mometer weighs devotion against duty in a tale of inner conflict. The scene notes his struggle between work and leisure as the day advances toward heat and tension. The narrative mix hints at garden tasks, tools, and marital implications as he weighs proper action.

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U. S Conference of Young Republicans Hoover Meeting Gates Dynamic County United Mine Workers International News PA Newc Fire Department South Jefferson Street Ligo Taggart Field New Castle Hotel Ray Daily Weather Report Jameson Hospital College Beauties OF South University of Arkansas Fayetteville Grace Vann Bremen Tex Martha Rothenhofer Dewitt, Ark Elizabeth Tucker Faithfull Scotland Yard Pinchot Malinta Toledo New Epworth Church Probe Death of Amelia Earhart Grant Jefferson Street Shaner Arthur Mometer
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