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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1908
Page
1
Chicago reporters chronicle a rising Roosevelt third term movement led by Thomas W. Phillips. Delegations from several states prepare to shift votes, threatening Taft’s hold and signaling potential cross over support from business interests and Republican leagues. Senator Borah touted for the nominating speech amid intense lobbying.
Worcester June 16 Bishop Beaven refused church audit of funds. Rev Julius Radziewicz announces future cash registers at church doors and collectors at the masses will line up contributions by the congregation.
The program lists 10 a.m. doors open and 10:30 a.m. band concert. At noon the convention is called to order by National Chairman New with prayer and a reading of the convention. Speech by Temporary Chairman Burrows. Selection of temporary officers. Other business. Adjournment around 2 p.m. until tomorrow noon. 4 p.m. meetings of credentials, resolutions, rules and order of business and permanent organization committees.
The Johnson City Tennessee church plans to call Rev Crayton Brooks of the First Christian church in New Castle as pastor. Brooks has repeatedly declined to consider the Johnson City requests to preach and relocate.
The News reports Rev. Brooks has shown reluctance to consider a pastoral call to the Johnson City church. The city’s wealthy church would find the position financially attractive, but no indication from Brooks suggests he will explore the field. His departure would be keenly felt by his congregation and many friends in the city.
Rufus L. McDuffie, son-in-law of Mrs. F. F. Marbury, a noted society figure, has vanished and traveled to Garden City L. L. A woman matching Mrs. Marbury's description was seen in a cathedral there. Mrs. Marbury escaped her nurse in a New York department store and reportedly preferred wandering as a beggar to being confined in a sanitarium.
Lincoln Simpson a draftsman at Carnegie Steel has returned from a six week trip to the Bermuda Islands. He enjoyed a most delightful voyage and while there inspected one of the large battleships berthed at the island.
Ed Foley appeared before Alderman Ranney on charges of aggravated assault and battery and was held for the September term. Plaintiff is J. A. Painter. Foley is alleged to have injured the defendant quite badly.
The fourteenth national Republican convention opened at the Coliseum in Chicago with 12 000 spectators, including 980 delegates and alternates from all states and territories. Harry S New of Indiana called the meeting to order as crowds, press, and visitors filled the hall. Two women alternates were noted among the delegates. The scene showcased intense enthusiasm as work began.
Secretary Taft, after a White House conference, declined to discuss the vice presidency saying he would act only after the presidency is settled. He offered no firm commitment and remained noncommittal.
Guiseppi Sanseverino is arrested on a charge of selling liquor to minors before Alderman Ranney. The information was filed by Pasquela Moci. A hearing is set for Thursday.
Indications point to a packed house as Maude Adams performs Twelfth Night in Youngstown on Wednesday. The renowned actress draws strong crowds to the theater engagement likely to sell out.
More than three thousand Elks from 18 towns in Western Pennsylvania Eastern Ohio and West Virginia spend the day in New Castle for the Tri State Outing association event. Washington street and the business district glow with purple and white Elks colors as shops and homes display emblems and the town hosts a ball game and athletic events at Cascade Park.
The city completed the ceremony by lifting emblems and bunting from cellar to roof, with the central fire department and city building showcased. Three special trains carried large crowds, bringing members from Wellsville East Liverpool Toronto Steubenville Wheeling and other places to join the event.
Richmond June 16. George Mc Duffee Blake urges W J Bryan to back a Johnson presidential ticket in 1912. Douglas of Massachusetts is named for second place. The letter predicts a national sweep, but Bryan has not replied.
The Visiting Nurses association of Youngstown continues good work among city infants and children of poor parents will be well cared for in hot weather during the summer months.
Roosevelt and the United States political scene are summarized with emphasis on broad policy topics and candidate stances as presented in a fragmented OCR snippet. The text signals a discussion of national issues and political positions without detailed specifics.
The tentative GOP platform lauds Theodore Roosevelt and his era, commits to equal opportunity, supports tariff revision next March, max min rate protections, Philippine free trade with limits, and new currency and postal savings bank measures. It backs railroad rate law enforcement and broader anti trust publicity while preserving public welfare gains. It ends noting continuation on fifth page.
The Chicago Record Herald reports Bert Wells of New Castle News after accompanying Phillips to Chicago outlined the Roosevelt renomination movement as an eleventh hour effort. Senator Bourne of Oregon and ex-Representative Aldrich of Alabama back Roosevelt, arguing there is Roosevelt sentiment that could sway Taft’s renomination. Bourne says voters may resent Taft if nominated. Continued on Page Three.
A religious invocation asks God to bless the nation and guide the convention's deliberations for peace security and happiness. It requests divine approval for decisions and the purification of hearts through Jesus Christ.
Washington June 16 The White House issued a statement on the administration's stance under the Republican platform saying the Chicago draft was a tentative, unofficial submission for Taft's views. The president and Taft did not commit to any form, and drafts were shown only for consultation.
Court heard sensational testimony about Sammy Brown, a dueler, allegedly prying the wine cellar door with a chisel to entertain guests at ex-Lieutenant Governor William M. Brown’s mansion. Detective Marshall described surveillance, arrests, and admissions as the case continued.
A Chicago report claims allied candidates will withdraw before the first ballot results. It cites two exceptions La Follette of Wisconsin and Governor Hughes of New York. Hughes replies he is in the race until final decision.
L Roscoe Linninger of Greenville Pa was found lifeless in an open rowboat drifting near Niagara Falls. Fishermen towed the body to the American shore at midnight with no signs of violence. officials believe heart failure caused death while battling a strong current.
Death records list Mrs. Charles Smith age 47 of Leesburg Mrs. Margaret Pitzer age 76 of West Pittsburg Salvatore Candito age 84 of Ellwood Miss Isabelle Jeffries age 22 of Canton Miss Agnes Ward age 22 of Slippery Rock Mrs. Kate Cox age 78 of Colorado.
Salvatore Candito alias Sam Kennedy, a 34 year old Black Hand member arrested here, died last night in the penitentiary hospital after health decline following his transfer to the hospital. He had witnessed the hearing in the Seeley Houk murder case.
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