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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1932
Page
15
Delegates from New Castle head to Hazelton for the V. F. W. and Ladies Auxiliary encampment. The three day sessions begin today with a large parade Saturday afternoon. Attending locals include J. F. LaRue commander, A. F. Miller, Clarence A. Leslie, Evelyn Woods auxiliary president, and Orville Potter. they plan to return Sunday.
The machinery ordered for the Citizens Lumber Company plant is arriving and will be set in place soon in the rebuilt building. The fire destroyed the prior plant on April 11 but interior finishing continues. operation is hoped to begin in about two weeks per vice president A. R. Kerr.
An ad advises using Emerald Oil for swollen veins and varicose ulcers with generous oil application followed by a three inch wide bandage from ankle to knee to ease pain and sores. Eckerd's Cut Rate promises money back if not helped.
A board meeting addressed whether textbooks for the school system must be formally adopted by the board. Attorney Moffatt said adoption is required and fixes books for five years, while Dr. Green noted district habits follow state practice. A three member committee will investigate. a requisition of 7970.76 plus cleaning supplies 1227.02 and repairs 716 were authorized.
Howard W. Douglas transfers property to Oscar Baker in Wampum for $1. Homer W. Cramer transfers to Ray K. Thompson in the 4th ward for $1. Ray K. Thompson then transfers to Everett R. Gillespie in the 4th ward for $1.
New Castle School Board awarded contracts for school boiler and equipment. W. M. Clark Company won a $2565 bid for a National Radiator steel boiler and $225 bid for an electric pump. Detroit Stoker Co. will supply grate bars for $315. Leaseholders seek parking fill and a sign. referred to committee. Hospital fees for auditorium use granted. Dr Massaro seeks school dentist post. Dr Green authorized to spend $250 to rebound George Washington Junior High books for trial.
An old time ad proclaims Peterson's Ointment as a mighty healer for long standing sores piles itching skin burns pimples and eczema. It claims instant comfort and dramatic results with a 35 cent box available at drug stores and promises one application proves the claim.
The fourth annual Western Pennsylvania Bible conference will meet June 26 to July 3 at Slippery Rock First Presbyterian Church. Rev. G. M. Landis heads the board. speakers include A Gordon Maclennan and Clarence E MacCartney among others. sessions run morning afternoon and evening with broad church participation.
Western Pennsylvania districts received rain relief while Lawrence County farms lack moisture. H. R. McCulloch, County Farm Agent, said grass crops hay oats and wheat are seriously damaged and without rain soon farmers face heavy losses. Corn and potatoes planted in early plowed ground also at risk.
The report notes early plantings are progressing well while late planted crops in dry soil show stunted growth. Moisture had evaporated by plowing and a month has passed without rain in the area.
Zionist leaders in New Castle received invitations to attend the regional conference in Pittsburgh on Sunday June 19 at the Y M and W H A. Judge William M Lewis of Philadelphia national chairman of the American Palestine campaign will be the honored guest. The afternoon session starts at 2 and a mass meeting at 8 30 pm A dinner for Judge Lewis is set for 6 pm at the Y with many reservations.
A new pleasant powder called Fasteeth keeps teeth firmly set and deodorizes. It leaves no gummy or pasty taste and allows eating and laughing in comfort. Available at New Castle Drug Co Eckerds and other drug stores.
Attaches of the Manufacturers Light and Heat Company announced a new gas line has begun in Division street. The project, expected to take about a week, will replace the old line running from Pollock avenue to Moravia street.
The report notes a high level of interest with registrations reaching capacities, signaling another full camp session. It highlights strong turnout and demand from participants seeking enrollment.
Notice from the YWCA states that registrations have been received for Camp East Brook for the coming week and there is still room for a few more girls to enroll.
About 200 yards of stone wall have been built on the east embankment of the Neshan nock Creek. Much stone remains piled in The Nar rows. Men are quarrying stone at Ray street quarry.
Trimdon ridden at 15 to 2 won the Ascot gold cup in England. Salmon Leap finished second and Ut Majeur came third. Salmon Leap paid 85 to 40 and Ut Majeur 7 to 2 on the tote.
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