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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1915
Page
9
Ellwood City residents watch Evans City oil finds as third sand pool draws daily visitors. Drilling at Stamm farm advances, leaseholders are experienced, and locals foresee a potential Ellwood boost to land values and industry if a nearby oil discovery expands.
Demonstration of the new police signal lights is awaited with interest by local residents. Chief Harrison pushed the department to high efficiency and the lights were installed. They are mounted at Lawrence avenue and Sixth street with wiring connected to the city hall telephone. The system flashes lights instantly to signal officers along the street for rapid aid.
Local authorities issue peddler licenses periodically as applicants submit. Public notices indicate licenses are granted from time to time.
A peddler entered the Ellwood borough offices seeking a license to sell dress goods to residents at low prices. There have been few traveling merchants this summer and none have caused significant annoyance so far.
James Booher spent yesterday in the lockup amid threats of severe handling as an elderly offender. He caused trouble during arrest on Lawrence avenue with abusive language and violent resistance that torn Chief Harrison’s clothing. Three officers assisted in subduing him before lockup. Booher has prior police troubles, and a salty dose is expected.
Ellwood tourists were arrested near Downieville after riding freights to see the country. One man was released to return to work in Ellwood, while the others remain in jail awaiting hearing before Justice E P Peffer. Names given include George Gibson, James Hodges, Amos Ellwood, Frank Suppes, Mike Frankovitch, Dave Jefferson, James Murphy and James Scott.
Mrs. Gibson of Wurtemburg was moved to her home yesterday by Porter ambulance from Ellwood City hospital where she had been confined after an operation. She is considerably improved and friends hope for a quick full recovery.
Sidney Kraus of Park Avenue leaves for Pittsburg to attend the fraternity banquet at the Fort Pitt hotel tonight. He will represent the Dickinson College chapter and is likely the lone attendee from that school.
Telephone inspectors tested Bell lines in the city yesterday. A two man team worked all day on the extensive connections. The job is finished and the lines are reported left in first class shape.
The new United Presbyterian church in Ellwood City awaits its dedication services with choir, solos, and special music. Rev. John A. Wilson will preach the dedicatory sermons and Rev. J. A. McDonald will speak during the afternoon, with greetings from the Ellwood Ministerial Association. Building and advisory committees and named session members are listed.
Ellwood churches announce Sunday worship with regular hours and a key event the dedication of the new United Presbyterian church. Baptist, Church of God, and Christian churches list sermons, Sunday school, choir music, and an evening program, with midweek prayer and nominating committee reports.
Sidney Kraus was a visitor in New Castle yesterday. Miss Nell Currans has returned from a short trip to New Castle. Lawrence Kraus has left for a short visit to friends in Aliquippa. Benjamin Hogue of Pittsburg was a visitor in this city yesterday. J. J. Dunn of this city has returned from a business trip to Pittsburg. Miss Ida Snedden of Wayne avenue was a New Castle visitor yesterday. Samuel Westerman of Pittsburg was a business visitor in this city yesterday. Mrs. James Meneke of Wayne avenue was a New Castle visitor yesterday. Mr. and Mrs. I. Kraus and Attorney M. J. Kraus have returned from a motor trip to Pittsburg. Mrs. George Lucas of Chicora is visiting her sister, Mrs. James Meneke of Wayne avenue. Wilmer Sweinberg has returned home from Thiel college at Greenville to spend time with his parents. George Ulrich of Lawrence avenue...
Elwood City Pa June 19 City council is not alone in election battles warding candidates for public demand. The school board will also face contest with five local seats up and Hazel Dell appended to the Fourth ward complicating board plans. Retiring members W J Moore H E MacCl Monds. Remaining directors W J McKim G B Hancher D A Evans. Officers serve six year terms. Dark horses may yet emerge as several candidates expected. Out of town guests listed from New Castle New Brighton.
About 88 friends and relatives gathered at David Bookamer's home to surprise him on his birthday. E C Mc Cracken gave the presentation speech. A lawn supper, baskets, and numerous gifts completed the celebration with many attendees listed by name.
Ellwood City Pa June 19 a Koach family reunion is planned for next week at the Koach farm near Celia. Elaborate preparations are underway and organizers expect a full turnout of family and connections.
Byers and Craig haul slag for bridge approaches from Hazel Dell. The last pier is being built and the false work across the creek is near completion, with extension possible by this evening.
An ice cream social is planned for next Friday night at the Hickorywell church near this city with many expected to attend. Organizers anticipate a lively event following good past participation.
Frank C. McKim was yesterday appointed by Judge Porter as judge of elections in the Second ward. He succeeds B. F. Brookrich who has moved from the ward.
Ladies of the G. A. R. are hosting a bake sale at Morris Caplan's on Lawrence Avenue. They have prepared thoroughly and expect a very successful event.
The Pennsylvania Grange News details lightning rod protection tied to G D Heath's resignation as Patrons Mutual Insurance secretary and the move of the headquarters to Meadville. The company, active across Crawford counties, says rodding farms cuts lightning losses, reporting $50,000 in barn losses before rodding and none after.
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