New Castle News Editorial and Office Details
Special notice directs all checks money orders drafts and communications to The News Co New Castle Pa and not to individuals. The paper lists officers trustee president vice president secretary treasurer and editor and notes its telephones and address plus International News Service affiliation.
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G. Treadwell
T. Ray
James T. Ray
L. Rentz
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Rge W. Conway
The
News Co
New Castle
War Zone Claims and Civilian Duty in Wartime
An editorial argues against a German declared war zone near U.S. shores, saying U boats cannot starve Britain or force surrender. It stresses civilian sacrifice and urges War Savings Stamps purchases to back troops, citing Brand Whitlock on Belgian civilian suffering and the broader mission to defend freedom.
Snipers of the Sea Rally Against Kaiser in Wartime Verse
A wartime column laments submarine warfare and praises American resolve. It denounces U boats, praises fighter ships, and urges total war effort. The piece notes labor, food, and patriotism themes, with local reminders of New Castle and Lawrence County mobilization and public duty.
The Retort Courteous Cartoon Exchange
A Baltimore American cartoon scene features a man claiming his hand is always in his pocket due to constant demands while a woman asks why he does not mail her letters, suggesting he keeps them there.
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Wooster
Baltimore American
Mrs Finley J Shepard Turns Fifty and Recovers
Mrs. Finley J. Shepard formerly Miss Helen Gould, elder daughter of the late Jay Gould, celebrates her fiftieth birthday while recovering from a serious illness. She inherited about 10 million dollars from her father and has reportedly tripled it through prudent management. Her philanthropy, charitable giving, and public works have earned her the title of America’s best known and best loved woman.
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Finley J. Shepard
Helen M. Gould
Shepard
Jay Gould
New York
Extravagant Request Sparks Marshmallow Purchase
A dialogue centers on a girl described as extravagant who prompts a man to buy a box of marshmallows. She claims it’s a trifling purchase, noting she only wants them to touch up her white shoes.
Letters to The News The Editor on Lawrence county defense
Readers urge the county to support a local home guard to supplement state police and prepare for the draft. The letter argues protection starts at home and condemns nonresponse by residents to military duty, urging citizens to act now rather than rely on government service.
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New Castle
Pennsylvania
Lawrence County
America
F. C. Ray
Koppel
Home Guard
Today’s events across industries and nations
On this 1420th day of the Great War many groups hold meetings and commencements today. Kentucky enforces an anti loafing law. The Virginia Bankers association opens its silver jubilee at Old Point Comfort. Seven New England colleges begin a summer military training camp at Williamstown. The fifth all Russian congress of Soviets assembles in Moscow to discuss wartime issues. The Tobacco Association meets at Atlantic City to study war impact on tobacco. The National League of Women Workers begins a four day convention at Wellesley College. Harvard University closes its 282nd academic year with commencement. The National Association of Building Owners and Managers proposes classing office buildings as essential in Chicago. The National Hardwood Lumber association meets in Chicago to discuss win the war plans. Conventions opening today include: New York City White Rats Actors Union of America. Atlantic City New York Bankers association. Omaha Nebraska State Press association. Saratoga Springs New York State League of Savings and Loan associations. Mankato Minn Minnesota Christian Endeavor societies. Warren Minn Red River Valley Development association.
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Virginia Bankers’ Association
Old Point Comfort
New England
Williamstown
Mass
Russia
Congress of Soviets
Moscow
Tobacco Association of the
United States
Atlantic City
National League of Women Workers
Wellesley College
America
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War Industries Board
National Association of Building Owners and Managers
Chicago
American Lumber Industry
National Hardwood Lumber Association
New York City
White Rats Actors’ Union of America
New York Bankers’ Association
Omaha
Nebraska State Press Association
Saratoga Springs
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Notable anniversaries span governors and generals through history
Listings mark key dates: 1744 Joshua Clayton born. 1782 U S Great Seal adopted. 1823 Jesse Reno born. 1832 Bristow born. 1850 Prussia withdrawal event. 1893 Lizzie Borden trial verdict not guilty. 1915 World War I eastern front actions near Lemberg and Bukowina towns.
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Joshua Clayton
Delaware
Dover
Del
Congress
United States
Jesse L. Reno
Wheeling
Battle of
South Mountain
Benjamin H. Bristow
Elkton
New York City
Hesse - Darmstadt
Prussian League
Prussia
Lizzie Borden
Fall River
Mass
Grodek Lakes
Lemberg
Sereth River
Bukowina
New Castle Charity Offers Quick Windfall
A blind street singer in New Castle drew donations from passersby including Dr. Berger and a nearby merchant. Dr. Berger teased friends to match generosity while a merchant pledged a dollar if another donor matched ten cents.
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New Castle
Dr. Berger
Green's
Doc
Where to Go Tonight at the Coliseum and Dome
Mary McLaren stars in The Model's Confession at the Coliseum while Rhea Mitchell and Howard Hickman appear in Social Ambition at the Dome. William S. Hart leads Self ish Yates with Nixon and Chaplin features also listed in tonight's program.
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Moving Pictures Coliseum
Mary McLaren
Dome
Rhea Mitchel and
Howard Hickman
Local Players Debate Spotlight After a Hit
Hamlet Fatt laments lack of glory for the pitcher or runner. Yorick Hamm suggests spotlight attention is given to the hitter, while others contribute runs. The exchange highlights pride and recognition in a team setting.
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Hamlet
Yorick Hamm
One Year Ago Today In The War
British made further gains on the Arras front. President Wilson called for 70 000 volunteers for Regular Army. Federal trade commission proposed government control of the railroads.
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Arras
Wilson
Federal Trade Commission
Rural Guest Quips at Van Astor Hotel
A rural guest surveys the Van Astor in a wry exchange about the hotel's quality and amenities asking where the roller towel is, highlighting a moment of humorous dissatisfaction with service.
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Astor Bilt
What to do with the daylight you save
A playful City Hall street chatter asks how residents should use the extra daylight. The column notes civic life and daily routines as sunlight extends into evening hours.
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Pave
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