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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1909

Page

10

Efficiency of the Human Mechanism

Wesleyan University experiments using a respiration calorimeter and bicycle ergometer compare trained athletes, untrained students, and professionals. Results show similar efficiency around 20 percent across groups, with professionals gaining more work by increased tissue, not higher muscle efficiency.

Wesleyan University United States Department of Agriculture Benedict Carpenter Atwater

Moravia Street Store Robbed

A Moravia Street stationary store owned by J. Lutton was robbed Wednesday night after unknown burglars cut the rear panel and entered. The cash register and a slot machine were rifled, with about $40 missing. The clerk had closed the shop at 9 pm and left money in the register while he went to a pool hall. police are investigating.

J. Lutton Moravia Street

New Castle Cricket Team Selected for Cleveland Match

The New Castle cricket team will play in Cleveland Ohio on Saturday June 19. Captain Herbert J. Cook leads the selections with John S. Thomas William Evans Will Mort Herby Davies Arthur J. Reese William J. Williams Tom D. Richards M P Gray David Mort and Richard Williams. Reserves Reese Rees Tom Skin. Umpire Harry Ayers.

New Castle Cleveland Une Herbert J. Cook Ohn S. Thomas Will Mort Herby Davies Arthur J. Reese Illiam J. Williams Tom D. Richards M. P. Gray David Mort Richard Wiliams Reese Rees Tom Skin Harry Ayers

Dam Built in Shenango River Near Gardner Avenue Bridge

Workmen built a temporary dam on Wednesday in the Shenango River near Gardner Avenue Bridge to raise water levels for local industrial use. The river is unusually low for the season, and the Big Run feeding Shenango near this point is nearly dry. A dam existed at this spot last summer.

Shenango River Gardner Avenue Bridge Shenango

Teething infants treated with Cholera Remedy advised

The advised remedy Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy is recommended after each bowel movement beyond normal to control diarrhoea in teething children, followed by castor oil to cleanse the system. The method is described as safe and sure.

Theatrical Press Agents Promises for Airdome Reopening

Manager Barton of the Mayme Gardner company writes Hallam that New Castle will host a June 21 reopening with The New Servant and a slate including The Devil Dr Jekyl and Mr Hyde and The Millionaire Kid. He lists leading players Elmer Buffham Greenville James Charles Silver Dana Kowzan Al Sydle and musical director King plus Miss Mayme Gardner Elsa Williams Marion Williams and others.

Airdome Barton Mayme Gardner Company Hallam Chicago New Castle Devil Dr. Jekyl Mr. Hyde New England Brown Elmer Buffham West Greenville James Charles Silver Dana Kowzan al Sydle King Mayme Gardner Elsa Williams Marion Williams Bostelle Morton

Benefactor Gets Worst of a Furniture Debt Case

In Canal street Seventh ward Mr. and Mrs. Gallio bought furniture worth about 65 to 70 dollars but could not pay. Clem Magnate loaned the money, later pressed a claim for the debt after an argument led to assault charges against Magnate. Gallio fled to Chicago, furniture was sold, Magnate secured an attachment and costs were paid. Magnate may seek further settlement.

Magnate Gallio

Cronemeyer Receives Black Hand Letter in McKeesport

W C Cronemeyer prominent tinplate industry figure and former McKeesport chamber official reported to police that he received a black hand letter claiming he must pay 500 in a tin can buried under his porch by June 10. Dozens of local residents reported similar letters.

Pittsburg W. C., Cronemeyer Chamber of Commerce of McKeesport Cronemeyer Eighth Ward

Engine Damage in Greenville Blast Takeout

A Bessemer engine in Greenville was badly damaged by a mysterious explosion yesterday. Authorities believe a piece of miner's blasting powder entered the coal and caused the incident.

Bessemer Greenville

Bad Road in Taylor Township Draws Protest

Seventh ward residents using the road up the hill toward West Pittsburg in Taylor township complain it is nearly impassable after rain. The Cherry street bridge end route is washed out and unsafe after dark. A court complaint may be filed if the road is not repaired promptly.

Seventh Ward West Pittsburg Taylor Township Cherry Street

Twilight Concert and Lawn Fete for Silver Bay Fund

Tonight at 8 o clock at Mrs J C Norris home West Washington street a twilight concert and lawn fete are held for the Silver Bay fund Amusing pastimes and refreshments will be served The public is invited.

J. C. Norris West Washington Street Silver Bay Fund

Local Option Election Planned in Steeltown District

Youngstown June 17 arrangements are under way for a local option election under the Beal law in Steeltown where Carnegie Steel’s big works plant is located and many saloons operate.

Youngstown Steeltown Ohio Works Carnegie Steel Company

Omafta Johan Dies After Train Accident in Greenville

Bessemer railroad watchman Omafta Johan died in Greenville Hospital from injuries a few days after a train ran over him. He succumbed yesterday to the accident linked to his duty at the rail yard.

Omafta Johan Bessemer Greenville

Mercer Construction Must Pay Bond After Franchises Rejected

The Mercer Construction company failed to accept Greenville council trolley franchise terms and its $1,000 bond was declared forfeited. It must pay the bond or face suit.

Mercer Construction Company Greenville Council

The Silver Question on Cleaning Silverware

The text advises that tarnish and black stains in ornamental patterns come from cheap resin soaps. It recommends antiseptic cleansing and using Easy Task Soap to clean silverware, offering two cakes for 10 cents with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied.

campaign to protect insect eating birds becomes national issue

The National Association of Audubon Societies leads a nationwide campaign backed by farmers and horticultural groups to protect insect eating birds blamed for crop losses. States like California Missouri and Oklahoma have passed laws to shield birds and restrict plumage trade. Leaders urge voters to pressure legislators to pledge support against millinery profits harming agriculture.

New York City Granges National Association of Audubon Societies Commonwealth Broadway New York Francis Albany California Missouri Oklahoma Iowa Louisiana Massachusetts Michigan Mississippi South Carolina West Virginia William Dutcher

Sewage Site on Shaw Island Chosen for New Castle Plant

A city committee plus the engineer inspected Shaw Island below New Castle Junction on Wednesday to evaluate a $250,000 sewerage disposal plant site. The panel concluded Shaw Island is the best state-approved option and will pursue acquisition by purchase or condemnation. A follow up council meeting will refine the recommendation for presentation.

Shaws Island New Castle Junction Beaver River New Castle Messrs Dunlap Shaffer Yoho Warner Raney Milholland State Health Board

Big Wheel Plant For Hammond Ind

Hammond, Ind June 17 The Illinois Steel Solid Forged Car Wheel company announces a ten million dollar plant will be located here. The wheels have been made at Baldwin Locomotive works and proven a success. The industry will be as important as the Standard Steel Car Company and could boost Hammond’s population by several thousand.

Hammond Ind Illinois Steel Solid Forged Car Wheel Company Baldwin Locomotive Works Standard Steel Car Company

Reverend A F Heltman Resigns From Sharpsville Church

Rev. A F Heltman resigns as pastor of the Sharpsville Presbyterian Church effective July 1. He has preached in Sharpsville at the Fourth and Mahoningtown churches and is well known here. He has several calls under consideration likely leading to a larger field in the west.

A. F. Heltman Presbyterian Church Sharpsville Heltman Mahoningtown

Premature Fourth Causes Injury to Wheatland Child

Carl Marstel lar, young son of A. B. Marstel lar of Wheatland, narrowly escaped severe eye injury when a giant firecracker exploded prematurely. The incident appears accidental and no further details are provided.

Carl A. B. Marstellar Wheatland

Youngstown Telegram Plans Erection of New Newspaper Building

The Youngstown Telegram company announces a new newspaper building, detailing construction of an additional facility to house publishing operations and print rooms. The project signals expansion and modernization for the paper's operations.

The Youngstown Telegram Company

W C T U and L T L notices change limits and schedule

The News warns W C T U and L T L leaders that future notices must be written and received by 7 am the day of publication. Telephone notices are banned. Rev H T Given will speak on The Saloon at the L T L convention at First U P Church Tomorrow evening. Gladys Stowell will sing The Bottle Song. West Side W Co T U meeting postponed one week due to L T L convention.

Rev. H. T. Given U. P Gladys Stowell West Side

Thiel College Receives $5,000 Gift for New Buildings

Thiel college matters drew attention at the Lutheran synod in session at Kittanning as pledges totaling 5,000 were announced for new buildings. Trustees distributed a booklet with pictures and floor plans of the proposed college structures. The drawings depict a handsome building that would greatly benefit the institution and Greenville.

Grenville Thiel College Lutheran Synod Kittanning Greenville

Rifle Range to Open for Troop F Practice

Troop F of New Castle will open its rifle range near Eastbrook this year for practice, likely during the last week of June or first week of July. The range, unused since last fall, will be in great demand until the troop attends the summer encampment at the end of July.

New Castle Eastbrook

Special Clean Up Sale of Nations Notions

A bulk sale offers leather and silk accessories, pins, hooks and eyes, delicates, threads, and dress trims at deep discounts. Items include Lustre Crochet Cotton 1c, various hair pins from 3c to 8c, pins and threads at 3 for 10c, and Dress Trimmings from 5c to 25c.

John J. Clark

Household antiseptic and supplies sale notice

Peroxide of Hydrogen 10c per quarter pint bottle sold at 10c. Household ammonia regular 10c bottles on sale for 7c. Extra fine machine oil special at 5c. Sale emphasizes antiseptic use and household utility with low prices.

Local pharmacy ad announces bundle deals and discounts

An old catalog style ad lists 2 for 5c Corona Castile and Tarlo Soap, regular 5c value, our price 2 for 5c. Tooth powders and pastes brands common at 25c, our price 19c. Extra fine refined petroleum jelly 10c per box, touted as sunburn remedy.

Corona Castile

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Moravia Street J. Lutton Shaw's Island BIG Wheel Hammond, Ind Rev L. T.L Pittsburg Street Cascade Park Robin Juggler Trainor & Dale Larose & Lagusta, European Wire Novelty Beth Stone Dainty Cora Youngblood Corson Cherryhurst Vu Ranw F. F. Rogers , CO Agents East Washington ST
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