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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1913

Page

6

Ellwood City Students Receive Diplomas at Majestic Theatre

Six graduates of Ellwood City High School received diplomas in a large commencement at the Majestic theatre. Rev Whalen of New Castle gave the address as Dr Iseman presented diplomas. The program featured choruses, recitations, orations, and a valedictory with seating and decorations noted.

Llwood City News Co Ellwood Cty Ellwood City High School Majestic Theatre Ellwood Choral Union Whalen New Castle Iseman Board of Education George Wilmer Schweinsburg Archibald Merker Dodds Miriam Wissel Dodds Laura Leanna Gardner Mary Anna Bunzo Charles F. Frishkorn Rev

Obituary of Edward Gerwig of Pleasant Hill

Edward Gerwig died at his home near Pleasant Hill on June 6 after a week long illness of typhoid pneumonia. He was 46 and survived by his wife, four daughters Sadie Alma Effie and Verna, six sisters, two brothers, and numerous relatives. A U P church member, he lived in Mountville area and died with funeral services held Sunday afternoon conducted by Rev. Barackman, burial in Mountville cemetery.

Pleasant Hill Edward Gerwig Sadie Alma Effie Verna Louisa Keller Lena Sheidemantle Caroline Rice Sarah Murry Ellwood City Tillie Magee Harmony George Connoquenessing William Gerwig U. P. Church of Mountville Barackman Mountville Cemetery

Ellwood City Sunday School Teacher Training Certificates Granted

The Methodist Episcopal Sunday school class in Ellwood City completed its year’s work. Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Mellvaine and Arthur G. Skeeles received certificates for the second year. Misses Helen Whittaker Myrtle Thompson Mary A Shields and Bessie Runyan received first year certificates. The text used was Pattee’s Elements of Religious Pedagogy.

Methodist Episcopal Sunday School Ellwood City A. H. Mellvaine Arthur G. Skeeles Helen Whittaker Myrtle Thompson Mary A. Shields Bessie Runyan Pattee

Charles Vincenzo to be discharged from hospital today

Charles Vincenzo who has been a patient here for some time will be discharged today. He has been suffering from a badly poisoned arm from an injury at the tube works.

Charles Vincenzo

Workmen Placing Ties on Harmony Line Track

Several gangs of workmen are engaged in placing new ties on the Harmony line outside the city and in overhauling the right of way.

Local residents visit town on various personal matters

Bob McConahay of New Castle was in town on business yesterday. J. T. Kinney of Pittsburg visited friends here yesterday. Robert McCurdy of New Castle called on friends in this place yesterday. H Rabonowitz of Sharon returned home after a several day visit. William McCandless returned to New Castle after a short business trip to the city.

Bob McConahay New Castle J. T. Kinney Pittsburg Robert McCurdy H. Rabonowitz Sharon William McCandless

Mission play at United Presbyterian on Sudan outreach

The Young People's Christian Union presents a seven part play Christ or Mohammed at United Presbyterian Church on Sunday evening June 15. Parts recount the 1899 Prayer in Khartum and Do leib Hill receptions with Abbas family scenes. Costumes and scenery enhance realism. special music and a treat are planned.

United Presbyterian Church Christ Mohammed Young People’s Christian Union Sudan Khartum Philadelphia Board of Foreign Missions Doleib Hill Abbas

Special council to open bids for Fountain Avenue paving

Borough officials plan a Tuesday evening meeting to consider bids received by the city clerk for Fountain Avenue paving. The city engineer was authorized to advertise for bids at the last meeting, and the paving ordinance was passed last summer but delayed.

Fountain Avenue

Hall and Hoenstine Wed in Small Town Ceremony

Chester Hall and Miss Viola Hoenstine were married Thursday by Rev. W E E Barcus at his home. The couple plans a two week honeymoon in Cleveland and Detroit before settling locally.

Chester Wm. E. Hall Viola Hoenstine Sarah Hoenstine W. E. E. Barcus Hall Cleveland Detroit

Confirmation at St Agatha’s Church by Bishop Canevin

More than 75 youths were confirmed Thursday evening at St Agatha's Church by Bishop Regis Canevin. Notable visiting priests included Father Regan of Midland Father Welsh of Wampum and Fathers Yokum and MacBurney of New Castle.

St. Agatha'’s Church Regis Canevin Father Regan Midland Father Welsh Wampum Yokum and MacBurney New Castle

Orangemen Social On Diefendorfer Lawn At Wurtemburg

A large crowd is expected for an ice cream and cake social this evening on the Diefendorferfer lawn hosted by the Orangemen of Wurtemburg. The event is well advertised and could raise a sizable sum if the weather cooperates.

Diefendorfer Wurtemburg

Regular Lutheran Church Services With Sunday School

Regular services are set for tomorrow at the Lutheran church with Sunday school at 9 30, preaching at 10 30 and 7 45, Luther league at 7. The morning sermon will be titled Coming Sinners Welcome to Christ.

Lutheran Church Luther League Christ Bethel A. M. E W. H. Truss Green St W. F. Barber Allen Endeavor League Solo

Divine Guidance Sermon At M. E. Church Sunday

At the M E church Sunday the pastor will preach at 10 30 a m on Divine Guidance. At 7 45 p m Rev Richardson a former pastor will speak follow up remarks.

Richardson

Lady Elsie Laden Aboard Seized Yacht Columbia In Japan

New York society girl Miss Elsie Laden is part of a party aboard the Laden steam yacht Columbia seized by the Japanese government. The vessel had called at Wakayama for repairs near its fortifications, prompting the seizure.

New York Elsie Laden Columbia Wakayama Wakahama

Fire alarm from Allison boardinghouse on Jefferson Street

At 6 20 this morning an alarm of fire was turned in from the Allison boardinghouse on Jefferson street. A small blaze in the kitchen caused the alarm and little damage resulted as the fire was quickly extinguished.

Allison Jefferson Street

Policeman's July Shooting Sparks Trial Inquiry

Uniontown Pa June 14 A Fayette City policeman John H Huthhecraft faces trial after he shot and killed two men last Fourth of July and wounded two others. Testimony by William Dull shifts to say there was no cause for the shooting. Dull admits recent approach. court may order a formal investigation with potential serious charges amid local political claims.

National News Association Uniontown John H. Huthhecraft Fayette City William Dull Commonwealth Dull

Fierce Fighting in Morocco Near Melilla

News from Gibraltar reports fierce clashes between Kabyle tribes and Spanish forces near Meilla in Morocco. After learning that 1% of Spanish citizens were killed and 200 wounded in Friday’s battle, two regiments were sent to Algieres Morocco. Spanish and French troops seek Moroccan police aid with potential aid from England and Germany if short.

National News Association Gibraltar Melilla Morocco Algieres England Germany

East Brook Church to Hold Communion Services

East Brook will hold communion in the U P church this Sabbath in June vend. Mrs Marion McNickle visited her son Walter in Slippery Rock Pa. Mrs Callie Miller of New Castle visited sister Mrs Edwin Sergeant last week. The MKE church strawberry and ice cream festival last Thursday evening was financially successful. Miss Mary Thomas of Saltsburg Indiana county Pa visits her parents Rev and Mrs John P Thomas here. The junior society of the U P church held its annual picnic last Wednesday in the church grove with a very enjoyable time.

Marion McNickle Walter Slippery Rock Callie Miller New Castle Edwin Sergeant M. KE Mary Thomas Saltsburg Indiana County John P. Thomas U. P. Church

Oxycline Treatment Free Offered in New Castle

The Oxycline and Chiropractic treatment by Edward Barnes D.O. offers free treatment for all calling at his office from June 16 for a limited time. No medicine to pay for. aims to help those with chronic diseases. Call at 31 N Jefferson Street for the offer.

New Castle Edward Barnes Jefferson Street

World publishes humor and features in Sunday issue

Regular readers expect a full 24 page illustrated section next Sunday with Bill The Office Boy by Paul West two pages of witty pieces by President Wilson a dinner piece by famed chefs and notes on New York subway issues including a 720 foot curve costing over a million dollars Order next Sunday's World in advance for more.

New York Sunday World Bill Paul West Wilson America New York

Children's Day in the Churches

Several city churches schedule Children's Day observances next Sunday at 11 a m with special programs. Central Presbyterian and First Baptist list recitations songs and solos from many Sunday school classes. Bethel A M E and First Christian churches also outline morning events for children with sermons, songs, and addressed by church leaders.

First Baptist Church Myrtle Remley Sara Bechtel First Christian Church J. Russell White H. L. Marvin Miss Clark Rev. Sniff Miss Mitcheltree Miss Dart Lois Needler Louise Fulkerson Harry Bryan Norman Needler Opal Clark Harold Welsh Rev Sniff

Cure for severe rash claims Cuticura Soap relief

A 1912 testimonial from Mrs. O A Reason reports a back rash turning to pimples. After three weeks using Cuticura Soap and Ointment the condition cured. The ad promotes Cuticura Soap 25c and Ointment 50c with free samples by mail and urges use for pimples and skin irritation.

O. A. Reason Cuticura Dept. T. Boston

Pulaski Social Visits and District Sunday School News

Mrs. D S Kennedy plans a few days at her Munhall home. Mrs C E Michael and Marian visited Sharon. The Tomer family from West Middlesex visited Pulaski. Many locals attend the Pulaski district Sunday school convention at New Bedford today. Mrs H D Ferrer and Marian visited Pulaski with her parents. Former Pulaski ministers at the Methodist Episcopal conference include Rev J C Womer of New Castle and Rev A B Smith and wife of Harrisville.

D.S. Kennedy Munhall C. E. Michael Marian Sharon S. S. Tomer Jame Tomer West Middlesex Pulaski New Bedfore H. D. Ferrer Win Cover Methodist Episcopal Conference J. C. Womer New Castle A. B. Smith Harrisville

Panama Canal Governor Salary Sparks Debate

The Ohio State Journal questions a $14,000 yearly salary for Panama's civil governor, calling it a monarchic privilege in a republic. It notes the appointee’s ties to Secretary Bryan and The Commoner editor, suggesting the pay reflects a psychological flaw rather than public need.

Panama Bryan

United Doctors advertise new treatment with strong family referrals

An Ohio ad from the United Doctors institute at 109 East Washington Street claims 90 percent patient success, with families often seeking several members at once. A Xenia man witnesses his and his son's improvements after six weeks, noting prior local doctor failures and urging consultations.

United Doctors New Castle Institute East Washington Street United Dozdars’ Institute United Doctors’ Institute Xenia Ohio United Wm. Oglesbee

New Rebellion in Old Mexico Sparks Secession Move

In Mexico City on June 14 Gov Manuel Castilla of Campeche formally proclaims independence from the central government. Yucatan Tabasco Chapas and Quintana Roo territories are expected to follow. A southern confederation may form until federal forces quell the rebellion.

Mexico City Mexico Manuel Castilla Campeche Yucatan Tabasco Chapas Quintana Roo

Kate the Inventive Gossip in Boston Transcript

A brief quotation depicts Kate as a gossip who hears everything yet is described as inventive, reflecting a literary jab from the Boston Transcript.

Boston Transcript

A Wonderful Medicine for New Castle Residents

A local ad promotes Thompson's Kidney Tablets as a quick relief remedy for back pain rheumatism sciatica and run down conditions. It claims a tonic cleansing effect on the system and urges use with Thompson's Dandelion and Mandrake Pills for constipation. Geo W Clutton sells both products in New Castle at 50 cents and 25 cents per box respectively.

New Castle Thompson Geo. W. Clutton

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Odd Fellows Lawrence Avene Sixth Street Croton Avenue Orangemen Japan Will Elsie Ladew East Brook U. P Central Presbyterian Central Presbyterian Church Naomi Leslie Birdie Anna Patterson Oswald Lowash Miss Smith Miss Garvin Little Birdie Virginia Schetrom Helen White Ruth McCormick Irene Heilman Miss Knobloch Miss Haley Dorothy Rubel Leslie Oswald Sowash Mildred Keelan Mr. Brown Miss Sankey Miss White Joseph Moore Miss Douglas Mary Jones Mrs. Lyon Bethel Church Martha Burgess Elizabeth First Baptist Cecil Morgan Master van Brocklin Ralph Cooper Ralph Pence Russell Gelle Gerth Rapson William Martin Ward Reinold Margaret Pence Anna Leber Elizabeth Zeigler Olive Emery Katherine Johnston Irene Perry Mary Powell Francis Bell Victoria Mears Father Love Perry Hartzell Woodburn Thorn Thelma Remley Marion Griffith Little Missionaries Mary Kradle Paul D. Weller Publication Society Fountain of Life Frances Whalen Helen Lewis Margaret Richards Mary Owens Clara Patton Mercy Eleanor Graham Hope Florence Kradle Pilgrim First Christian Croton Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church A. C. Allen Valera Corban Corner Club Doris Morrow Lorina Barron Anna Burlet Mary McCoy C. C. Merrill Mandolin and Guitar Club Reed St Pulaski News Son New Castle Electric Co E. Washington Street Bell A. U New Castle Pharmacy Cor Mill Streets Old Mexico J. F. Robertson Lawrence Savings & Trust Truc Craig Centre Auto Co., Inc Craig Street Centre Avenue Pittsburgh
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