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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1925
Page
2
Thomas Gilcrest confessed to police that he beat his stepdaughter Olive Morris with a hammer and then slashed her throat. Mrs Martin, wife of a printer, died after being removed to a hospital with a fractured skull and knife wounds.
The New Castle News reports a strong public response to an appeal for homes for four motherless children. Callers expressed interest in fostering or adopting the pair of girls aged six and seven and the two boys, ages nine and eleven, with a view to securing suitable homes.
A fire in Wilkinsburg Pa today destroyed a one story apartment building forcing five families from their homes. Fire captain Clarence Fry was slightly injured responding to the alarm. The blaze is under investigation.
Peking reports anti British sentiment rising with calls for severing ties with Great Britain and preparing to fight as responsible organizations press the government to act.
State Highway Police urge motorists to park legally opposite Sea Park as sidewalk traffic remains a concern. Patrols under Beatty and Shuler monitor roads daily to enforce speed limits reckless driving and other motor laws across county routes including dirt roads.
In Wilkes Barre Pennsylvania Raymond Kepp dropped his wife and three children from a second story window to awaiting police and pedestrians, then leaped to safety as flames trapped the family. Authorities investigate possible incendiarism.
The death of Senator LaFollette disrupts the political landscape with a 4.5 million vote tally cited as his strongest showing. Unions like the AFL and railroad brotherhoods split from the third party movement. Idaho's Borah may realign with administration. Reports say Governor Blaine could name LaFollette’s widow, Belle Case LaFollette, to finish his term.
Workmen of the G A Trahan company have begun decorating the streets with wires and supports for hanging Centennial decorations. Thomas Dillon, in charge, says many decorations must be erected days before Lie Centennial opens to ensure all are in place by opening day.
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A quiz in the New Castle News lists canal boat operators as Arthur TM Leng Pod Moore Captain M Marquis Captain Silver H Perry Green and Captain Alvin Garvin D Long. The notice invites public participation by sending name and address to the Inquiry Editor.
MacMillan reports relief that Roald Amundsen is safe and discusses the expedition plan. Naval planes will fly 250 miles from the ship base to an advance base for fuel and supplies. Two planes will remain at the forward base, one as a shuttle to support ongoing exploration.
Report from Kings Bay indicates Amundsen finds only ice and open water near the Norwegian Arctic shoreline. Explorers debate impact on future missions and the Donald B. MacMillan expedition, while condolences flow in Norway for Ellsworth, the aviator who accompanied Amundsen, whose father died in Ohio.
Early reports note Amundsen faced no reported hardships yet experts stress the expedition demanded great fortitude. Salvage options for the plane at Lady Franklin Bay near Kings Bay are debated, with plans to dispatch a cruiser or send a salvage crew. Norwegian scientists comment that while not expected to land at the pole, 28 days away yielded useful observations and indicate the South Pole trek easier for him once land was reached.
St Marys School closes term with 34 pupils completing studies and 13 advancing to junior high. Attendance reaches a peak with 40 pupils student perfect attendance. Palmer method diplomas awarded to 30 seventh and 26 eighth graders. Father O Shea to preside at closing.
A vivid street scene description shows two boarding school girls in a roadster stopping to chat with a boyfriend near the B and O station in Mahoningtown. Locals observe a history reader at the library, a ten year old limousine, a Rawlican tuning issue, and a Michigan factory car passing through New Castle. A stray water puddle near the M C A, a soda fountain boxing match, and a lakefront stroll at Cascade Park appear alongside driving mishaps, a torn garage floor, and a barefoot child’s tears. An east side young woman learns to drive, hitting a car. the garage owner father reacts loudly. A dented, touring Ford with sign reading “Follow us for parts” rolls along Rust Washington street while a west side fruit dealer advertises oddly spelled produce. A child’s death at Casemile Park and a North HW woman with an electric vacuum on a wintery sidewalk complete the quirky urban tableau.
A national funeral for Wisconsin statesman Robert M. La Follette marked by simple rites and family fortitude. A special Baltimore and Ohio train will carry the body from Washington to Madison with a senatorial delegation and close friends aboard. The coffin rests on a plain catafalque in the observation car as the procession travels via Maryland West Virginia Ohio Indiana Illinois Wisconsin. Burial scheduled for Monday in the state capital.
Rev S E Maitland and Ralph Shaffer have returned from a trip to Indiana towns including Taylor University in One lands where they prepared for commencement and Indianapolis where they attended meetings at the Cadle Tabernacle.
In a dramatic Arctic overflight a six member team endured ice, risk, and scarce supplies to attempt reach the North Pole. Prestrud lauds their bold gamble with a damaged plane and a weeks long mission, noting fuel, food, and weather challenges while praising the crew’s courage and perseverance.
Personal mentions from East Washington to Northview note Mrs C N Whatton visiting Akron friends and Miss Elizabeth Flatyard heading to New York for vacation. Several families plan trips, visits, and a birth announced for Lee Connor. hospital stays and recoveries listed for local residents and out-of-town guests visiting G. Stoddard and R J Robn gon families.
Julia Tothar, a visually impaired student, consistently solves complex math problems ahead of peers while relying on memory and logical reasoning. She plans to join Benjamin Franklin Junior High, pursuing English and composition, and is admired for her sunny disposition and scholarly mind.
A W C T U gathering at Mrs. Brown's home hosted about 160 members and friends. The program featured a debate on whether the organization has fulfilled its duties, plus strong readings and vocal quartet music. Refreshments were served by the social committee, and the next meeting is planned for Mrs. Jennie Postar's home on June 24 with Children’s Day events slated as an all day affair.
Funeral services were held for Katherine Patton at 2 30 PM from 16 Oak Street with Rev A S Randles of Second United Presbyterian Church officiating. Pallbearers included Bert Wagner James Chambers Harry Graham John Thompson Cal Patton James Patten and Frank Hanna. Interment followed at Greenwood Cemetery. Funeral services for John N Rechtel were held at his residence 115 East Falls Avenue with Rev Philip C Pearson of Trinity Episcopal Church officiating. Pallbearers included D Jarrett Aloysius Hellstein D McCrslin R O H Thor and GON Eckhardt and E Morrison. Interment was in Graceland Cemetery.
The record lists Castle New Castle Predonia and residents Robert E. Leasure Eleanor C. Kinkai Norris W. McElheny Frances M. Zahniser among marriage license applicants noted in a local notice. The commentary suggests varied views on agricultural issues and alcohol policy.
In a tense courtroom scene, defense presents arguments as cross examination continues. Witnesses struggle with memory and contradictions emerge, while the defense presses for consistency. A financial dispute and infrastructure note about poles in Becker street close the fragmentary report.
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