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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 17, 1912

Page

3

St Marys School Holds Commencement With One Death

The St Marys School commencement will occur Tuesday evening in the school auditorium. The 13-member class includes Miss Jennie G Welsh who died during the vacation. her chair will be draped in black. Adulation honors go to Miss Welsh who was first in general excellence and to other top students for church and Irish history as well as for salutatory and essay duties. Class Night features the Merchant of Venice scene with student performers and a class prophecy and history.

St. Mary's School Jennie G. Welsh Adelaide J. Uhl Nora C. Burke Gertrude M. Mitchell Delia A. O'Connor Mary A. Granfield Rose B. Ackerman Edward L. Hannon John E. Morrissey John C. Travers Edward J. Smith Catherine E. Granfield Clara Portia Nora Burke Nerissa Gertrude Mitchell Isanio Edward Hannon, Nee Morocco Edward Smithnee Aragon Rose Ackerman Edward Hannon

Laborer in McMinn and Sims Kicked by Horse

A laborer working for McMinn and Sims contracting company near Mahoningtown was kicked by a horse shortly after noon Monday and seriously injured. He was taken to New Castle hospital for treatment. his name was not learned.

McMinn and Sims Contracting Company Mahoningtown New Castle Hospital

N C Hospital Committee Meeting Rescheduled

A social event committee meeting at New Castle hospital was moved from Thursday to Wednesday evening, June 27, with all interested parties invited to attend.

New Castle Hospital

Wimer and Cooper Families Hold Springfield Reunion

About 150 relatives and friends attended the annual Wimer and Cooper reunion at James Nimo’s home in Springfield township near Leesburg. A noon dinner and evening entertainment of games and music preceded a business meeting naming officers and a 1913 reunion date at George Cooper’s Vo lant home. George Cooper was elected president with Mrs. Oliver Wimer secretary and Mrs. Fannie Cooper treasurer.

Wimer Oliver Wimer Leesburg Fannie Cooper Volant

Miss Mary McCaslin Hosts Friday Evening Honor Party

Miss Mary McCaslin of Cunningham Avenue will entertain a party of friends Friday evening in honor of Leonard Patterson and Miss Lenea Patterson.

Mary McCaslin Cunningham Avenue Leonard Lenea Patterson

Deaths of the Day Patrick McMullen and infant daughter Mary Yoho

Patrick McMullen died at his Clinton home near Wampum aged about 70 after a period of illness. He left a son in the city and many relatives. funeral plans pending with Marshall's in Wampum. Also mourned is infant Mary Yoho daughter of Wilson Yoho and wife of Koppel. funeral held near Koppel after a service.

Patrick McMullen Clinton Wampum Marshall Mary Yoho Wilson Yoho Koppel Mary

Funeral Service for John Welsh Held at St Marys Church

The funeral for John Welsh took place Monday at 9 AM in St Marys Church with Rev Fr F F O Shea officiating. Interment followed in St Marys Cemetery.

John Welsh St. Mary’s Church F. F. O'Shea St. Mary’s Cemetery

Taft Cummins Deal Reported Over Delegates

A Chicago report says the Iowa Cummins faction will join Taft forces to form a temporary committee roll and then break with Taft to oppose the Taft nomination. The supposed understanding centers on concessions to Cummins in organizational matters and could influence Roosevelt delegate seating.

Chicago Iowa Cummins Taft National Committee

High School Most Expensive to Operate in May

City figures show operating costs for May with total $18,088.05. Per pupil costs vary from $2.17 at Thaddeus Stevens to $5.36 at the high school. Domestic science and manual training cost under one cent per pupil.

Thaddeus Stevens

Ex County Detective Breen Paid Fees for Suit Win

Following a court opinion the county commission issued a warrant for 533 dollars to ex County Detective J H Breen for fees he incurred in his suit. Breen will depart tonight for Schenectady New York to take a new position as yardmaster on the Delaware and Hudson Railroad.

J. H. Breen Breen Schenectady N. Y Delaware and Hudson Railroad

Relatives of Rev Crow to wed in Presbyterian church

Announcement of the marriage of Mrs Mabel Florence Crow and Miss Mary Elizabeth Crow of Pittsburg. Mrs Florence will wed Louis Samuel Baird of Cleveland, and Miss Crow will wed Harry Anson Schultz of Pittsburg. Rev Nelson M Crow will officiate at the Lawrenceville Presbyterian church.

Mabel Florence Mary Elizabeth Crow Pittsburg Louis Samuel Baird Cleveland Harry Anson Schultz Nelson M. Crow J. S. Crow Lawrenceville Presbyterian Church

London Tops Europe for Health Among Capitals

London records the best health metrics among European capitals according to a regional health survey. The study highlights strong public health indicators and access to medical services across the capital.

London

Man Convicted in Beaver County Murder Sentenced to Five to Twenty Years

Mike Nobberstick, convicted of second degree murder, was sentenced by Judge Holt in Beaver County to a term of five to twenty years in the western penitentiary. The final time will largely depend on his conduct while incarcerated.

Mike Nobberstick Western Penitentiary Holt Beaver County

Bryan Stir at Chicago Becomes Focus of Gop Rivalries

In Chicago on June 17 W J Bryan Democratic leader arrives unheralded to warm welcomes. He denies being a candidate but says he may fight for a progressive platform at Baltimore. Bryan expects Clark or Wilson to lead the Dems and plans to tour the country for the nominee.

Chicago W. J. Bryan Taft Roosevelt Bryan Baltimore United Press Clark Wilson

Five Georgia Delegates Hurt in R R Wreck

Five Georgia delegates were injured when a Pennsylvania train from the south collided with another train in the Pennsylvania yards in Chicago. A. M. Flucker of Argyle was taken to St Luke's hospital with serious bruises and cuts, while Henry Johnson Lincoln Dr W F Penn W M Jones and J W Davidson were treated at Hotel Washington for less serious injuries.

Chicago Georgia Pennsylvania Yards A. M. Flucker Argyle St. Luke's Hospital Henry Johnson Lincoln W. F. Penn Atlanta W. M. Jones Statesboro J W. Davidson Macon Washington

When a husband’s reply shines with honesty

A humorous exchange reveals a wife asking if her death would lead to remarriage. The husband’s stern saying he wouldn’t marry again is met with relief at his positive delivery. The dialogue underscores practical, lighthearted views on love and commitment.

John

Elderly London Woman Leaves Home to Endow Convalescent Care

An elderly London woman who lived with only a dog for years died and left her residence to be used as a convalescent home. She bequeathed 50000 dollars for its endowment.

London

German Process Produces Durable Stone From Blast Furnace Slag

A German technique creates building stone from blast furnace slag and lime that hardens with age. The material gains strength over time and offers a durable alternative for construction.

Pledges Secured for Senator Cummins by Des Moines Booster

Ex Judge Jesse A. Miller reports delegates from all over the country have pledged to support Cummins on early ballots. He says ten Cummins delegates have won over Taft and Roosevelt backers, while Cummins supporters press to avoid the bitter party fight and build broad support. A caucus call aims to line up Iowa delegates against Cummins.

United Press Cummins Jesse A. Miller Des Moines Iowa Taft Roosevelt Miler Harry

Facts Worth Knowing From An Old Newspaper Snippet

A series of curious notes cover practical tips and trivia. Topics include preserving meat with vinegar cloth, daily saliva volume, America's first silk manufacture in Philadelphia in 1815, Persian titles and Mecca links, a California high school machine for peaches, quinine import value, and a Chicago supreme court order requiring a hair restorer demonstration on a bald policeman.

America Philadelphia Khan Mecca Hazi Sayed Said Syed California United States Supreme Court of Chicago

A cautionary note on true goodness and vanity

The quote warns that virtue alone is not trustworthy when it rests on seeking recognition. It implies genuine character requires motives beyond self-promotion and public gaze.

Local social notes from North Ray Street and connections

Mrs. Jesse Smith returns after a three weeks visit in Cleveland. Mrs. Margaret Wimer visits with Mr. and Mrs. F. R. Wimer on Ray Street. Mrs. George W. Clutton and Mrs. William Brown have returned from Chicago. W. W. McMurty, working in Erie, spent Sunday with his wife and daughter on Crawford Avenue. Cust Blair of Charlestown and Dike Blair of South Bend spent Sunday with their parents near Princeton where their daughter Mrs. Henry Thornton and children from Garden City, L. I., stay several weeks.

Jesse Smith North Ray Street Cleveland Margaret Wimer Portersville F. R. Wimer Ray Street George’ W. Clutton William Brown Chicago W. W. McMurty Erie Crawford Avenue Cust Blair Charlestown W. Va Dike Blair South Bend Ind George D. Blair Princeton Henry Thornton Garden City L. L

Colored delegates say they have not deserted Mr Taft

Two of Georgia's five negro delegates claimed by Roosevelt supporters as Taft deserters said they will vote for Taft. E. N. Stout and Lincoln Johnson stated they signed a Roosevelt pledge only if the Georgia delegation acted solidly. Johnson arrived with a broken knee after a train wreck but will attend the convention to vote Taft.

Chicago Georgia Roosevelt Taft McKinley E. N. Stout Lincoln Johnson Stout Johnson

Local Girl to Wed Western Minister

Miss Hulda Swanson of Galbreath avenue will wed Rev. W. W. Wall from Tacoma, Wash., in Florence, Oregon on June 27. Friends hosted a surprise from 30 attendees at her home in honor of the upcoming marriage.

Hulda Swanson Nels Swanson Galbreath Avenue Florence Ore Rev W. W. Wall Tacoma Wash

Wanted Cheap Horse 1919 Ad Note

Short wanted notice from Moras via street offering a cheap horse in 1919. Contact 1585 J Bell or 786 Union by phone or 26016 for details.

Cheap Horse Moras J Bell Union

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Mill Street Euwer’s Furniture Annex Euwer W. x. Cosm Mer ST. Mary's Red Grey N. C Wimer-Cooper Taft and Westside Lawrence Mahon’ytown Duff J. Blevins J. Crow Stockholm Uncle Sam Duke Kahanamoku J. G. Morris Shryock K. Huscagh Herold Clyburn Eddy E. D. Cross Ash R. EB. Frizell Europe Nebraska Oyster Bay R. R. Wreck SEN. Cummins MR. Taft
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