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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1915
Page
2
Washington June 16 Bryan declares war a grave nuisance harming neutrals in his first installment on The Causeless War and Its Lessons. He notes unprecedented combatants and costs and stresses neutral nations face domestic and market upheaval while the United States bears shared concern for friends abroad.
A leading voice argues belligerents must bear war burdens to spare neutrals and calls for an international peace conference after the war. It praises the U S role as neutral leader and mediator, noting the need for patience and restraint while Mr Bryan previews installments of mediation plans and a Miami trip toward the Winona assembly presidency.
A man acquitted in a case involving a planned elopement and a gunshot near Ralph Avenue. Bartocyz testified of an argument and shooting by Mrs. Wilczki who claimed self defense to protect her honor amid threats to kill her and her family. The jury faced a long deadlock before reaching a verdict.
The case of the commonwealth against Roy Crawford, about 30, charged with assaulting 62 year old Miss Alvira Rodgers of Plaingrove township, opened with jury selection amid extensive questioning. Rodgers described a night attack after a lantern request, Crawford in custody on $1,000 bail, alibi expected.
Rome June 16 A Greek army has invaded Albania and occupies territory between Berat and El Bassan. Commanded by Col Zontos cousin of former Greek premier Venizelos, the move follows a decisive Greek war party victory and may presage Greece entering the war.
Reports from Baden indicate Allied air raids on Karlsruhe caused heavier damage than first thought. Nineteen people were killed and fourteen seriously injured, with many others lightly hurt. Fires broke out from incendiaries as foreign attaches to the German army depart for the southeast theater.
Attorney 8. W. Dana received the LL D degree from Westminster College this week and is celebrated at the Lawrence County courthouse as the oldest living bar member. Dana, 87, is the sole survivor of Amhurst College’s 1847 class and has practiced law since 1855, remaining active and sharp in trials.
Mayor Tyler urges the city council to provide a small automobile for W. K. Nowling the sealer of weights and measures arguing it will save the city money by avoiding hired vehicles. The issue was to be taken up today but was overlooked and will likely be discussed tomorrow in an informal session.
At the regular monthly meeting of the Fourth Presbyterian church Men’s club officers for the ensuing year were elected. W. E. Ferry was named president, Charles Bright vice-president, Alderman J. Lee Cooper secretary, Vennor Bright assistant secretary, and Jere Blucher treasurer. Plans were also made for an automobile excursion to Muddy Creek Falls, the club’s annual outing.
Milan June 16. Italian forces begin a fresh assault into Austria via the Stelvio pass. Fierce fighting rages as Italians attack the snowbound summits held by Austrian forces and defend heavy-mounted guns. They aim to seize the railway line northward from Bormio.
Miss Linena Peterson of Monroe Street underwent an operation for removal of tonsils and adenoids at Shenango Valley Hospital this morning. She is doing nicely and will return home tomorrow morning.
New Wilmington Pa June 16 The 1915 commencement ends with president R M Russell stepping down after nine years of growth. Most seniors depart with trains carrying visitors while alumni recall the school’s progress. The campus moves from open field ceremonies to an auditorium setting amid lingering plans for chautauqua July 1 and August missionary conference draws.
City officials debated extending the M and S Company streetcar line from Franklin Avenue to the city line under a forty year grant. A proposed ordinance would also cover the East Washington street segment, while authorities limited consideration to the Arlington avenue to city line stretch. The matter was referred to the committee of the whole for action.
In the absence of Alderman O H P Green, Alderman J Lee Cooper joined Millie Delalo and Fortunato Rullo in marriage at 6 o clock with a ring ceremony.
Lawrence county Woman Suffrage Party plans July 2 meeting at the YWCA with good speakers and street events to view the Liberty Bell replica. Local workers escort the bell to New Castle before it arrives in Sharon, with a quiet ringing once suffrage wins Pennsylvania.
Rock Point lodge No. 846 in Wampum Pennsylvania held a banquet and entertainment honoring charter member John Mills and 25 year jewel members Thos Fullerton James Craig and John Coslin. The program featured songs recitations and presentations ending with a banquet for about 300 attendees.
Born to Mr and Mrs Aaron White of Whippo Street a son. Miss Lena Peterson of Monroe Street has been taken to the hospital for surgical treatment.
Paris June 16 reports the French torpedo boat No. 331 was rammed by the British steamship Arleya off Barfleur and sank while being towed into port. Six sailors drowned. Barfleur is on the north coast.
A push is on to arrange a special train for the Volant event, aiming to ease attendance and transport. Organizers seek support from railway authorities and local officials to finalize schedules and pricing.
Volant, June 16. Plans for the Fourth of July celebration include a special PA train leaving 11 PM to New Castle to handle crowds from nearby towns. The event promises a full program with sports parades speeches and fireworks extending from morning to near midnight.
Anthony J. Drexel Biddle Jr. married Miss Mary L. Duke as gifts totaling about 300000 in valuables and a 200000 wedding remembrance check from A. J. Drexel Biddle accompanied the ceremony. Mrs Angier B. Duke served as matron of honor in a rose festooned setting at the Duke estate in Somerville New Jersey.
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