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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1916
Page
5
New Castle hatters lament persistent rain that dampens sales as milliners report drab seasons for milans leghorns sennetts cocca banks and panamas while farmers fear flooded fields delaying spring planting and open-air workers seek sun and dry skies to end the downpour.
Mr and Mrs B E Riblet observed their wedding anniversary at home with a six o'clock dinner. Guests brought china cut glass and linen as remembrances. Aids in serving included Mrs S R Cotton and others. Attending were many neighbors and relatives from Youngstown Sharpsville Mercer and New Wilmington.
Mrs. Harvey Stowe and Miss Bessie Stowe visited Sharon last Friday while Mr. and Mrs. Miles of Sharpsville spent Sunday with their daughter Mrs. Preston Buchanan. Other guests included Mrs. W. P. Stambaugh returning from a visit with the Buchanans. Out of town talent helped at the M. E. church children's day program, praised as one of the best. The Presbyterian service featured Mrs. J. C. Douthett directing beginners and Supt. S. M. Porter guiding intermediate pupils and the choir. Five children received diplomas from cradle roll to beginners.
About 5,000 Welsh-Americans from Pittsburg to Cleveland plan a Cascade park gathering on July 8 for their annual Welsh reunion. The event promises a vivid display of native songs and old homeland memories, with music and friend reunions to mark the day in New Castle.
Isaac Dibert, 67, who left his home in Stonestown 46 years ago and served as a drummer boy in the Civil War, returns to find relatives dead and property worth nearly a million dollars. His mother and sister long deceased and a pension granted before their deaths shape a somber family history. Dibert’s homecoming comes unheralded, with only a few old residents recognizing him.
Scientists report many leaves contain light-focusing lenses that channel sunlight toward photosynthetic cells. The finding suggests a widespread optical adaptation aiding energy capture in diverse plant species.
He traveled over much of the world and spent 19 years in Alaska after a western railroad career. His home is Seattle where his wife and three children reside.
According to the Y M C A swimming campaign report by Physical Director Bartholomew, 152 boys learned to swim in the Y pool last week. Of these, 104 swam over 50 feet. Harold Welsh swam 300 feet and earned a one year membership. Harry Larch swam 260 feet and received six months. a three month membership went to another standout.
Report on swimming lessons shows 361 enrolled at start with 223 present Monday and 154 at Saturday test. Of those tested 65 swam 50 feet on day one, 7 swam 40–50 feet after, and smaller groups swam 30–40, 20–30, and 10–20 feet. 18 swam under 10 feet and will return for extra lessons.
Charles R. Carpenter, formerly with Lawrence Savings and Trust Bank, has accepted a position as salesman with the L. A. to Land Sales Company. He will travel from city to city.
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