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New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 21, 1920

Page

18

Big Get Together of 500 at Carnegie Store Room

The Board of Trade plans a Tuesday evening gathering at the Carnegie storium with 500 attendees expected. Rudy Stadelhofer will provide entertainment and an import vaudeville headliner, plus short talks by local men. District Attorney George is the chief bell ringer coordinating a strict speaking schedule to ensure timely remarks and mutual acquaintance among members.

Board of Trade Carnegie Reed Board of Trade of Rudy Stadelhofer George Use

Society Agony Over Divorce Action in Youngstown Ohio

Youngstown, Ohio June 21 Society reels over the divorce suit filed by Thomas W Wells Jr noted as a young millionaire against his wife formerly Miss Stasia Walsh. Wells accuses gross neglect of duty and extreme cruelty. the case recalls the celebrated marriage that drew scrutiny due to Wells family objections.

International News Service Youngstown, O Thomas W. Wells I Jr Stasia Walsh Wells

Boys and Girls Conference At Wampum

The first boys and girls conference for the Wampum district will convene at the Wampum Presbyterian church on Friday evening June 25. Delegates from every Sunday school in the district are urged to attend. program includes devotions, welcome by Rev Harry E Woods, business, talks from Wilma Guy and others, separate sessions for boys and girls, a joint session, address by Rev George M Duff, and a social hour with refreshments.

Wampum Wampum Presbyterian Church Harry E. Woods Ellwood Wilma Guy Geraldine Harvey William R. Hunter Fern Dindinger Clair Cummings The Christian Church George M. Duff Presbyterian Church of Ellwood City

Auto Collide in Ellwood City

ELWOOD CITY June 21 Two cars owned by W Kender of New Castle and George Morrow of Wiley Mills collided Sunday at the corner of Fourth street and Franklin avenue. Mrs Morrow suffered shoulder injuries and bruises and was admitted to the hospital before returning home. Other riders were cut and bruised but not seriously.

Elwood City W. Kender New Castle George Morrow Wiley Mills Fourth Street Franklin Avenue

Hazen learns of sister Peck death in Kansas

Mrs. B E Hazen of Fourth street Elmwood City received word that her sister Mrs Louisa Peck of Cedar Point Kansas died at her home Saturday evening. Funeral services were held today and due to short notice Mrs Hazen cannot attend.

Ellwood City B. E. Hazen Fourth Street Louisa Peck Cedar Point Kan

Civil Service Exam Friday For Fire Police Jobs

Civil service examination for men seeking city fire department or police positions will be held Friday evening July 2 at 7:30 in the city council chamber. Applications available from the city clerk. Eligible ages are 21 to 36. World War service veterans receive preference in appointments.

Civil Service Board

Chicago race riot ends with two sailors slain in Abyssinia parade

Two men, Robert Tawson Rose and Joseph Hoyt, were killed as violence erupted during a Sunday parade in Chicago's black belt led by Abyssinia movement figures. Policemen fired on rioters, saving a second flag from desecration as mobs dispersed after gunfire wounded a negro policeman and another bystander.

Robert Tawson Rose Fifteenth Regiment Great Lakes Naval Training Station Joseph Hoyt Joseph P. Owens Rose Hoyt William Carter Grover C. Redding Joseph Ferno Abyssinia Tar Order Ethiopia Ethiopean Mission Africa Menelik Owens Great Lakes Buckley and Baughn

Pennsylvania Club Prepares for Georgian Bay Camp Visit

About 40 New Castle men, owners of an island in Georgian Bay, plan to depart July 18 for their Canadian camp 175 miles north of Toronto. The group will split into two sections, with a cottage, canoes, boats, and a motor boat ready. Out of town members from Eastern Ohio join, and the club links to the Cottage Owner's Association of Canada led by Toronto’s Attorney Luden.

Pennsylvania Club Georgian Bay New Castle Conger Township Canada Toronto C. C. Duff George Long R. C. G. White B. J. Ross Ohio Cottage Owner's Association of Canada Luden

City to pay jury awards in Neshannock Creek cases

Attorney C H Akens told council he would withdraw motions for new trials in the Valen cia and Rovegno damages suits against the city tied to Neshannock Creek widening if the city pays the jury awards promptly and restores the Revegno Building to its former condition. Council said funds are available and will ensure restoration, though not guaranteeing identical results. Upon satisfaction, council authorized payment of awards with the trial motions withdrawn.

C. H. Akens Council Antonio Valencia Joseph Rovegno Neshannock Akens

Realty Transfers in 2nd Ward and Nearby Areas

Walter T. Hamilton transfers to Clark L.B. Hamilton in the 2nd ward for a nominal one dollar. Walter 8. Reynolds sells to Oak Park Cemetery Association in Neshannock. John J. Boston sells to George A. Sowa sh, New Wilmington for one dollar. William McElwee sells to George A. Sowa sh, New Wilmington for twenty dollars. Formassi Ahmond sells to Crescent Portland Cement Co. in Big Beaver for fifteen hundred dollars.

Walter T. Hamilton Clark LB John J. Boston George A. Sowash New Wilmington Wm. McElwee Formassi Ahmond Crescent Portland Cement Co Big Beaver

Democratic Deadlock Seen In Two Thirds Rule Fight

Jennings Bryan and Senator Reed clash over the Virginia platform as anti administration forces plan a deadlock to block a two thirds vote for the Democratic presidential nominee. They foresee McAdoo as a potential compromise candidate if a stalemate arises while Palmer and other admin favorites press for a Wilson aligned platform and policy endorcements.

Fiom Jennings Bryan Jim Reed Missouri Virginia Cummings League of Nations Reservations Committee Wilson Theg Tw League of Unions Democratic Party McAdoo William G. McAdoo Wiseacres A. Mitchell Palmer

MacNab Heads to Columbus for Supreme Council

C Percy MacNab of this city leaves for Columbus Ohio this evening to attend the Supreme Council of the United Commercial Travelers which convenes tomorrow. He was elected one of eight Pennsylvania delegates at the Williamsport convention. About 1200 delegates from the United States and Canada will attend the annual meeting to elect grand council members and set traveling men’s policy.

Percy P. MacNab Columbus Ohio Supreme Council of the United Commercial Travelers MacNab Pennsylvania Williamsport Supreme Council United States Canada Grand Council of the Order U. Cc. T

Bishop Confirms Class At Trinity Episcopal Church

The Rt Rev Rogers Israel bishop of Erie confirmed a class of ten at Trinity Episcopal Church on Sunday morning. Assisting was Rev William T Reynolds rector. The service included a vestment choir and an excellent sermon, enjoyed by the full congregation.

Trinity Episcopal Church Rogers Israel Diocese of Erie William T. Reynolds Trinity Church

Fire at Uber home started by spontaneous combustion

Firemen responded to a call from 306 North Mercer Street last night at 7:35 PM. Prompt discovery and quick arrival limited damage to a small loss, with authorities believing the blaze began in a cedar mop and other materials in the cellarway of L. M. Uber’s residence.

L. M. Uber Mercer Street

City Council Edits Paving Ordinance and Bridge Plan

Amendments to the paving ordinance aim to speed street repairs by shortening concrete set time to seven days. Councilman B W Anderson and City Engineer F F Miller proposed purchasing local stone for rebuilding the Willard avenue bridge over Crawford run, with a stone mason and laborers, as cheaper than contracting. City officials were authorized to proceed with the recommendation.

Traction Company B. W. Anderson F. F. Miller Council Willard’ Avenue Crawford Run

Councilman Anderson Seeks Raise on Croton River Curb

Councilman E W Anderson reported the curb on Croton Avenue along the river must be raised. He will investigate the cost and report to council Tuesday.

E. W. Anderson Croton Avenue Council

City Solicitor Discusses Age Limit for Beach Custodians

Assistant City Solicitor R M White reported to council that the question of whether a person under twenty one could be appointed as custodian of the bathing beaches had been raised. He stated there was nothing in the law preventing an eighteen year old from exercising police powers in this role. No appointments were made as no beaches are operating due to high water.

R. M. White Council

Council Receives Water Company Notice On Hydrant Use

H B Richards superintendent of the water company informs Pennsylvania Ohio Electric that it has been using fire hydrants for sprinklers without permission and no permission can be granted. The electric company must install its own taps or hydrants and pay a $150 deposit per tap. Council took no action.

H. B. Richards Water Company Pennsylvania Ohio Electric Company Council

City approves hydrant purchases. requests street light

The council authorized the purchasing agent to secure three new fire hydrants as the city has no surplus stock. A residents petition for a police light at Bellmont avenue and Waldo street was presented and referred to the committee of the whole for investigation.

Council Bellmont Avenue Waldo Street Committee of the Whole

Telephone conduit extension for Wright building proposed

A Bell Telephone request asks the city to extend its conduit system on East Washington street by ten feet from the main conduit to the curb to enable telephone service at the new Wright building. The matter goes to public safety for investigation and a report.

Bell Telephone Company East Washington Street Wright Department of Public Safety

Legal Opinion On Assessment For Shenango Pottery Inquiry

City officials discussed whether Shenango Pottery and similar firms buying food for employees at cost fall under mercantile assessment. Assistant City Solicitor White and City Solicitor Gardner differed on interpretation while awaiting facts. Opinion expected soon clarifying if profit is required to be a merchant under the law.

Shenango Pottery Company White Gardner Norris

Colonel House Reaches London

Col. E. M. House former advisor to President Wilson arrived at Southampton from New York aboard the Lapland today. He laughed at reports he would urge Ambassador John W. Davis to run for the Democratic nomination and said he would return to the United States in September.

London Col. E. M. House Wilson Southampton New York Lapland John W. Davis U. S

Picnic Postponed by Marionette Club at Park

The Marionette Club’s park picnic scheduled for this evening has been postponed to a later date. The reason for delay is not given in the notice. Members are advised to watch for further announcements and new arrangements.

Hawaiian Club Meeting This Evening at 8

Members of the Hawaiian Club will meet this evening at 8 o'clock in the Y. M. C. A. building to conduct their regular gathering and discuss upcoming events.

Musical Study Club Meeting Tonight in the U S A

A notice announces a Musical Study Club gathering this evening at 6 30 o clock in the United States area.

Mahoning Book Club Meeting At Mrs Rhodes Home

The Mahoning Book Club will meet at Mrs Abram Rhodes home on Newell avenue Thursday afternoon at 2 30 with Mrs Frank Wallace as associate hostess.

Mahoning Book Club Abram Rhodes Newell Avenue Frank Wallace

Kimberly Circle Entertainment at First Christian Church

A large crowd is expected this evening at First Christian Church to enjoy the Kimberly Circle's entertainment program.

Kimberly Circle Entertainment First Christian Church Kimberly Circl

Ladies Aid Society meets Wednesday at Mrs Ayers home

The Ladies Aid Society of the First Methodist church will meet on Wednesday June 23 at the home of Mrs J T Ayers on North Beaver Street. This is the meeting formerly announced for Thursday.

Ladies Aid Society The First Methodist Church J. T. Ayers North Beaver St

Augusta Statzer Lodge meeting announced

Augusta Statzer Lodge number 371 of the B of R T holds its regular meeting Wednesday afternoon at 2 30 in the K of P Hall.

Augusta Statzer Lodge L. A B. of R. T K. of P. Hall

Sunday School Class Party at Harbor U P Church

Harbor U P church Sunday School classes 3 and 4 held a Friday evening gathering at Mr and Mrs H W Curtis home in Harbor. The hosts assisted by Mrs C R Cheek organized games and music followed by a seasonable lunch. Attendees included Daisy Allen Elizabeth Latimer Ruth Watkins Sara and Irene Matthews Rosie Rice Frances Reagle Gertrude Eyler Sadie Cox Elda Vance Pauline and Bertha Heasley Campbell Allen Charles and Harold Cox Arnold Rice David Curtis Robert Reagle Howard Cox Ralph Houston and the Cheeks family.

Harbor U. P H. W. Curtis C. R. Cheek Daisy Allen Elizabeth Latimer Ruth Watkins Sara Irene Matthews Rosie Rice Frances Reagle Gertrude Eyler Sadie Cox Elda Vance Pauline Bertha Heasley Campbell Allen Charles Harold Cox Arnold Rice David Curtis Robert Reagle Howard Cox Ralph Houston C. KR. Cheeks Bobby

To Save Ourselves We Must Save The American Railroads

A Manufacturers’ Record analysis laments freight congestion in Pittsburgh and grain backlog in Kansas and Texas. It blames poor management and misguided regulation for bottlenecks, urging rapid expansion of transportation facilities to avert a national business collapse and restore economic growth.

Pittsburgh Kansas Texas

Ralph Kenmeier Spends Weekend with Friends in Oil City

Ralph Kenmeier of the city spent the weekend socializing with friends in Oil City, enjoying leisure time away from home.

Ralph Kenmeier This City Oil City

Deaths of the Day Clarence Griggs and John Fisher

Clarence Griggs aged 8, son of Mr and Mrs Harry Griggs of Pittsburgh, died Sunday after a two week rheumatic illness. Mrs Griggs earlier known as Polly Swan of this city. John Fisher, 70, died Saturday afternoon at his Sharon home, son of Matthias and Harriet Fisher, formerly Hastbrook residents, lived mostly in Sharon. Funeral Tuesday at 1:30 pm from his residence on Brooklyns Avenue. body to be taken to this city for interment at Graceland cemetery.

Hartwell Hartwell and Pillips Clarence Griggs Harry Griggs Pittsburgh John Fisher Sharon Matthias Harriet Fisher Hastbrook Broooklyns Avenue Graceland Cemetery

Glover Thomas Herbert dies after long illness in Warren Pa

Thomas Herbert Glover age 46 of Warren Pa died Saturday June 19 after a lingering tuberculosis illness. Survived by wife and two children William and Leathe two brothers Carmi and William Glover of this city and two sisters Mrs J B Jones of this city and Mrs Lee Lacey of DuBois Pa. He was a member of the Methodist Church. Funeral from brother William Glover North Bay Street Tuesday at 2:30 PM with interment in Greenwood Cemetery.

Thomas Herbert Glover Warren William Leathe Carmi William Glover J. B. Jones Lee Lacey DuBois Methodist Church North Bay Street Greenwood Cemetery Pittsburgh New York City

Infant Doras Hoch Dies in Neshannock Township

Doras M Hoch five months old daughter of Oliver and Grace Cook Hoch died at the family residence in Neshannock Township Saturday June 19 after pneumonia. Born January 19 1920 in Neshannock Township she is survived by parents and sister Margaret. Funeral services set for Monday at 2 pm with interment in Greenwood Cemetery.

Doras M. Hoch Doras N. Hoch Oliver Grace Cook Hoch Neshannock Township Margaret Greenwood Cemetery

Funeral services for Henry Woods held at home

Funeral services for Henry Woods were held Saturday at 2 30 PM from the family residence at 1504 Grant Street. Rev. A J Rinker and Rev. D P Shafer officiated. Pall bearers included Harold Mellvaine Joseph Mellvaine Clair Woods Kenneth Hammond James Hammond and John Mottinger. Burial followed in Oak Park Cemetery.

Henry Woods Grant Street A. J. Rinker D. P. Shafer Harold Joseph Mellvaine Clair H. Woods Kenneth James Hammond John Mottinger Oak Park Cemetery

Infant Luigi Bucci Dies at 18 Months

Luigi Bucci, 18 months old, son of Mr and Mrs Niccola Bucci of 1201 Pollock Avenue, died this morning at 9:30. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at St Vitus church with interment in St Vitus cemetery.

Luigi Bucci Niccola Bucci Pollock Avenue St. Vitus’ Church St. Vitus

Jefferson Street improvement move returns to council

In a morning committee of the whole session the council, by a 3 to 2 vote, recommended reporting back ordinances aimed at opening North Jefferson Street from Boyles to the city line and constructing a concrete culvert along a 120 foot line, with grading from Park Avenue to the city line to follow, and surplus earth fill placed in the street line.

North Jefferson Street Boyles Avenue Boyles Park Avenues J. Clyde Gilfillan Park Avenue City Line Park and P. K. Fike A. Barnes Shaw Street East Street Quest Street Reis Street

Death of EightYearOld Kennehan in Pittsburgh Road Trip

Charles E Kennehan aged eight died at 7 40 AM at 1120 Federal street after a short illness due to heart trouble. He had accompanied his mother to Pittsburgh and returned in apparent health before falling ill. Survived by parents two brothers and two sisters Irene Park Cleveland John K Kennehan Sharon and siblings Charlotte and Harry at home. Grandmother died in March. Funeral announcement pending.

Charles E. Kennehan Federal Street Pittsburgh Irene Park Cleveland John K. Kennehan Sharon Charlotte Harry

Time Fixed For Hearing In Brophy Desertion Case

In the commonwealth case against Dennis J. Brophy charged with desertion and non support, Brophy was arrested in Clarion county and brought back for a hearing. This morning his wife Nettie Brophy urged Judge Emery to fix a hearing time.

The Commonwealth Dennis J. Brophy Brophy Clarion County Nettie Brophy Emery

Marriage Licenses Listed for James F Clark and Others

James F Clark of West Pittsburgh and Myra L Sommerville of West Pittsburgh marry along with Wm Tyler and Ella Thurman of Birmingham Alabama and Herbert J Graham of New Castle and Francis B Wing of New Castle in a listed marriage license notice detailing names and cities of residence.

James F. Clark West Pittsburgh Myra L. Sommerville Pittsburgh Wm. Tyler Birmingham Ala Ella Thurman Herbert J. Graham New Castle Francis B. Wing

Claim Against Estate Over Book Account Authorized

In the matter of the final account of John G Gobler executor in the estate of A W Yahn John G Goetz of Youngstown filed a petition before Judge Emery seeking recognition of a book account totaling 175 35 The statute of limitations had expired yet heirs did not object to payment when auditor R M White prepared final account The matter was referred to Attorney White with power to modify his report if warranted by the evidence

John G. Gobler A. W. Yahn John G. Goetz Youngstown Emery R. M. White White

Mrs Fike to spend two weeks in Rochester

Mrs P K Fike of Sheridan Avenue will leave Tuesday for Rochester New York where she will spend two weeks as the guest of her sister.

P. K. Fike Sheridan Avenue Rochester N. Y

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