This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 11 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1939
Page
5
New Castle June 12 The Chambers Motor Co opened the summer season with what is described as the most complete selection of used cars yet offered to local buyers. Low prices on all models are expected to draw an early rush, and the dealer urges immediate action to avoid losing out on unmatched values.
Chambers Motor Co. highlights that a small down payment can secure a car with balance payments spread over up to 18 months. The exact term depends on the down payment size and the car’s price, offering flexible financing to buyers.
Delegates to the state convention of the American Legion in Williamsport will be nominated on Tuesday night June 12. Commander H. Harold Blewitt urges every capable member to attend the Williamsport convention and notes the convention’s significance and the persistence of top financial leaders.
The Census Bureau reports Pennsylvania's per capita cost of general government rose from 12.70 in 1932 to 22.93 in 1937 with charity expenses driving most of the increase. Charity costs totaled 93,321,818 in 1937 or 9.19 per resident, up from 0.73 in 1932. Total operating costs reached 232,798,671 in 1937 while per capita indebtedness rose to 11.98. Taxable property valued at 3,747,490,000 yielded 14,989,960 in taxes, or 1.48 per capita.
The county superintendent John C. Syling announced the final list of eighth grade pupils ready to enter high school. Wayne township reports 48 eligibles with multiple named students across Taylor and Wayne townships and a Wilmington township roster including Virginia Kendal and George Holmes among others.
President Nelson of the Lincon-Garfield association names site and prize committee chairs for the July reunion. The next committee meeting is set for June 23 at 8 p.m. in Alderman Green’s office. THE NEWS, BY MAIL, 1 YEAR, $5.
Mrs Harry Filby hosted the Edenburg Women's Missionary Society monthly gathering with a noon tureen dinner. Officers elected include President Mary Morrow and Vice President Jessie Ramsey. A birthday tea was planned for June 14 as part of the program.
The Chewton Christian church hosted a Children Day program featuring Lynn Guy, Jean Kelly, Evelyn and Louise Mayberry, Dorothy Kelly, Edith Craver, Vivian Martin, Kathryn Ferrante, and a group drill. Superintendent C B Guy led promotion exercises. Mrs. Elmer Badger led the event and hosted the social.
Latin teachers announce Senatus Romanus members for Gaesar Cicero and Vergil classes. Kaithryn Wilcox tops Caesar with Summa Cum Laude. Joan Simpson Magna Cum Laude. Mary Jane McGinty Cum Laude. In senior high, Aliee Di Carlo Summa Cum Laude. Martina John Magna Cum Laude. Earl Carr Elea nor Eckles etc. Ver gal laureates praise, Irwin Master wins Summa Cum Laude prize and $10 cash from Lawrence County Bar Association. Constanice Watt Magna Cum Laude. Anna Abraham and Jane Martis Cum Laude. Jane also wins chemistry prize.
Joseph Marotti of 902 West Washington Street found a tombstone about a hundred years old in his old house. He had purchased the home four years ago and had since dug out the cellar and made several repairs. This week he arranged 16 close
Workmen pulled out the hearthstone and found a large white marble tomb slab. The four foot high stone bears a legible inscription stating David born March 1, 1628 and died September. The fragmentary text hints at a historic, possibly commemorative grave unearthed during repairs.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.