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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 22, 1911

Page

5

Porch Party Honors Miss Hanna At Rhodes Place

A porch party at the W H Gillespie residence in Rhodes Place honors Miss Emma Hanna a bride elect next Thursday. About 30 intimate friends enjoyed sewing social amusements and a collation. Aides were Mrs G C Stitzinger Miss Hazel McMichael Miss Carrie L Jeffery and Mrs James M Blackwood.

W. H. Gillespie Rhodes Place Gillespie Emma Hanna G. C. Stitzinger Hazel McMichael Carrie L. Jeffery James M. Blackwood Mary Sutton Court Street Hanna Moon Cassius Ralph Fair Avenue

Orville Chain Weds Leota Franks at Wellington Home

Mr and Mrs W J Chain and their son Clare from North Mercer street attended the wedding of their son Orville Chain formerly of this city and Miss Leota Franks of Wellington D with a brief wedding trip to follow. The couple will live in Canton Ohio where Orville has been employed by Sellern Cabinet Co of Elwood Indiana.

W. J. Chain and Son Clare North Mercer Street Orville Chain Leota Franks Wellington

Miss Griest Attends Circulating Book Club Meeting

Miss Griest of Unionville was an out of town guest at a Circulating Book club gathering held at Mrs. W. K. Hugus’s home on Highland and Fairfield avenues. The usual order of procedure was followed and a lunch was served. The club will meet again in one week at the same hour hosted by Mrs. J. D. F. Newell on North Mercer Street.

Miss Griest Unionville Circulating Book Club W. K. Hugus Highland and Fairfield Avenues J. D. F. Newell North Mercer Street

Luncheon Honors Miss Chamberlain at Lowry Residence

A refined luncheon hosted by Mrs. Alice A. Lowry of Lincoln Avenue marked the visit of Miss Mary Chamberlain of London Ohio. Six guests attended and the hostess was aided by her daughter Mrs. Richard Bard with roses and summer flowers adding charm.

Alice A. Lowry Linc- In Avenue Mary Chamberlain London John Holt Richard Bard

Sunday School Pic Nic At Walton By First Presbyterian

Miss Frances Hamilton leads a Sunday school class from First Presbyterian Church on a Walton picnic at noon. The gathering includes many young girls with mothers as special guests and a tasty noon menu followed by games in the afternoon.

Frances Hamilton First Presbyterian Church Walton

Arm strong Family Reunion Scheduled Near Leesburgh Station

The annual Arm strong reunion will be held at the home of Mr and Mrs J H Arm strong near Leesburgh Station on Thursday June 29.

Armstrong J. H. Armstrong Leesburgh Station

Mrs. Lee Boyles postpones Girls' club meeting

Mrs. FE. Lee Boyles postpones the Girls' club meeting from Friday to Saturday at 10 o'clock in her Lincoln avenue home.

FE. Lee Boyles Lincoln Avenue

Miss Harris to entertain D. W. T. club Friday evening

Miss Harriet Harris of Long Avenue will entertain the D. W. T. club Friday evening at her home. The event gathers members for a social session and refreshments.

Harriet Harris Long Avenue D. W. T. Club

Luncheon Party From Beaver Falls Dines at Tea Cup Inn

A group of 27 women from Beaver Falls dined together at the Tea Cup Inn at noon today.

Beaver Falls Tea Cup Inn

Card of Thanks for Geo W Chatland

Mrs Retta Young Chatland expresses gratitude to friends and neighbors for many acts of kindness during the illness and death of her husband Geo W Chatland.

Retta Young Chatland Geo. W. Chatland

Miscellaneous Shower for Bride Honoring Margaret Moore Levvy

A small B A T Kensington event at Miss Hester Bryson's Sheridan avenue home honored Mrs H L Levvy nee Margaret Moore, a recent bride. About 18 guests attended a needlework and lunch shewn by Mrs Bryson and Mrs Ernest Whittaker. Out of town guest Mrs Darrrow of Lowellville attended.

H. L. Levvy Margaret Moore B. A. T. Kensington Hester Bryson Sheridan Avenue Bryson Ernest Whittaker Mrs. Darrow Lowellville

Social gatherings and engagements noted in city circles

Miss Rachel Wallace entertains the Lunch eon Spoon club and Mrs George D Blair hosts a luncheon. Alma Mc Kibben and Cline Braeden wed at Rev James Ferguson's home. Mrs Jesse McCommon honors Miss Alice Snape as she leaves. A porch party by the Social union at Mrs George B E Treadwell's home. Mrs Don C Lindley chairs a X Y Z club event. Camera club girls host a park breakfast for Mrs James Allen Porte. Mrs Cassius Ralph hosts a tear in honor of Miss Emma Hanna. Seventh wards girls picnic for Eva Hamilton heading to Grove City College. Mrs J K Heess and Mrs Maurice Cross host a Kensington from 2:30 to 5. Highland Basket club picnic at park. Pythian Sisters meet to elect officers. Miss Adalene Woodworth hosts a reception 2 to 5. Nue entertains the D W T club.

Rachel Wallace North Jefferson Street George D. Blair Leasure Avenue Alma McKibben Rhodes Place Cline Braeden Long Avenue James M. Ferguson Bellevue Jesse McCommon Park Avenue Alice Snape Utica N. Y Social Union First Methodist Church George BE. Treadwell Wallace Avenue Don C., Lindley Hazelcroft Avenue

Moroney Couple Return From Wedding Trip

Mr and Mrs Joseph Moroney return home to Hutchinson Street after their wedding trip. A crowd of young friends serenaded the bride and groom Wednesday evening at the home of the bride’s parents on Ray Street.

Joseph Moroney Hutchinson Street

McAleer Family Attends St Josephs Academy Commencement

Mr and Mrs B J McAleer and family of Crawford avenue return from Greensburg where their daughter Estella graduates at St Josephs Academy Seton Hill Rev F F O Shea and Rev P Quinn of this city also attended the exercises.

B. J. McAleer Crawford Avenue Greensburg St. Joseph’s Academy Seton Hill Estella F F. O'Shea Rev. P. Quinn

Country club house committee hosts well attended Wednesday dance

The informal dance given by the house committee of the Country club Wednesday evening was well attended with many visitors. Music was enjoyed and the popular pastime continued until a late hour.

Country Club

A B D Girls Enjoy Outing at Cascade Park

The A B D girls of the First Presbyterian church enjoyed an outing at Cascade Park on Wednesday. Dinner was served in the grove at noon and the afternoon was spent in the park's various pleasures.

First Presbyterian Church Cascade Park Grove Park

J. C. I. Girls Breakfast in Park Brigade

Leaving the city at 6 o clock Wednesday morning the J. C. I. girls went to the park for breakfast. A delicious menu was served and a part of the guests spent the entire day. The same crowd will take breakfast there again next Wednesday.

Book Reunion Largely Attended at Muddy Creek Falls

The Book family reunion at Muddy Creek Falls drew about 80 relatives and friends. Officers elected include President R H Book, vice presidents John Cross and Warren Book, recording secretary Mrs Elliott, and corresponding secretary Mrs W J McNees. The next gathering is set for the second Wednesday of June 1912 at Harlan Book’s Isle home.

Book Muddy Creek Falls R. H. Book Branchton John Cross Butler Warren Book Grant City Elliott Plaingrove W. J. McNees Harlan Book Isle Butler County Jacob Book Mound City Thomas Waddington Home Street Waddington Muddy Creek

Youngstown Community Women Host Sunday School Gathering

Miss Mary Vail and her sisters hosted a Sunday school class luncheon in Youngstown with guests including Miss Olive Van Fleet and several local women. The event featured games, music, and a dinner, followed by a park picnic hosted by Lily of the Valley Kensington members.

Mary Vail Grace Blanche Helen Vail Youngstown Lizzie Vail New Bedford Olive van Fleet Oakland Cal B. M. Paul Clyde Bailey Selina Beggs Myrtle Miller Mary McCready Mary Atkinson Frances Moore Florence Gibson Blanche Nesbit Pearl Anderson Lillian Nesbit Ruby McClenahan Sarah Brownlee

Brest Family Reunion Held At North Beaver Home

The annual Brest family reunion is today at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Brest in North Beaver township with members from Mercer Butler Crawford and Lawrence counties in attendance.

Brest J. B. Brest North Beaver Township Mercer Butler Crawford Lawrence Counties

Book Club Luncheon at Tea Cup Inn

Mrs. I. A. Thayer hosted book club members at noon luncheon at the Tea Cup Inn in Wallace avenue. Afterward they moved to the hostess home for an informal afternoon.

I. A. Thayer Wallace Avenue Book Club Tea Cup Inn

Mrs. McKissick Sues Carnegie for 12000 Over Death

Rebecca McKissick of New Castle sues Carnegie Steel for 12000 alleging wrongful death of her husband Wallace McKissick. He worked as a metal pourer at New Castle works when a February 9 1911 molten metal mold explosion burned him fatally. She claims ice and water collected in the mold.

Youngstown, CO Rebecca McKissick New Castle Carnegie Steel Company Wallace McKissick New Castle Works

Personal Notices From Various Cities

Personal mentions list residents and visitors across multiple towns. Names include C G Sutton in Baltimore Miss Helen Trelfall in Pittsburg Samuel T Burns at North Pine street and other relocations and visits. Mrs Joseph Weiss Canton and Mrs A Ellinger Fort Dodge Iowa return from visits. D L Thomas called to New Castle for appendicitis surgery. Howard Mazie, brother of Mrs Thomas, to undergo operation. Niles cor.

C. G. Sutton Court Street Baltimore Helen Trelfall Pittsburg Louise Treadwell Highland Avenue Samuel T. Burns North Pine Street Long Branch N. J Joseph Weiss West Washington Street Canton O. Mell Kelley R. Kelley Oregon Lizzie Gilbert East Liverpool Samuel Gilbert Oak Street Mayme McMichael Carrie Battle Evelyn Norris A. L. Oesterling Butler A. Ellinger John Killey Fort Dodge Margaret Carroll Kenneth Young Frank Swadener Spruce Street A. J. Wachs Long Avenue New York City West Hoboken New Bedford Mass D. L. Thomas New Castle Howard Mazie New Castle City Hospital Mr. Mazie Thomas Niles Cor

Council weighs third garbage furnace plan

A city committee toured the garbage plant to decide on building a third furnace. The addition would cost about 4 000 to 5 000 dollars, requested by city garbage collector H. J. Cohen, with another session planned before a council vote.

H. J. Cohen

Mysterious Death Shocks Butler as Musician Nell Ralph Dies

In Butler Pennsylvania Miss Nell Pearl Ralph 26 a noted musician and social leader died after a two week coma following headaches after a car ride. Her fiancé W F Parker died two years earlier after leaving a ball field, with physicians citing overexertion. The death mirrors the Wayne Township case of Mrs Della Forbish who slept three weeks before death.

Butler Nell Pearl Ralph Ralph Della Forbish Wayne Township

Eighth grade plan sparks potential district protest

East side residents plan a mass meeting to protest abolishing the eighth grade at Thaddeus Stevens building. They urge a bridge or crossing over Neshamock Creek to ease travel for students when the new East Street eighth grade moves and North Hill high opens next fall.

Thaddeus Stevens East Street North Hill Weshannock Creek Neshannock Croton Avenue Neshannock Avenue

Miss Dorothy Edmunds Hosts Breakfast for Friends

Complimenting Miss Helen Trelfall of Pittsburg and Miss Dorothy Edmunds of Wallace avenue, a breakfast for six was held at the park Wednesday morning with Miss Jane Edmunds acting as chaperone.

Helen Trelfall Pittsburg Dorothy Edmunds Wallace Avenue Jane Edmunds

Picnic Visit By Queen Sewing Circle Members

The picnic committee of the Queen Sewing circle spent Wednesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kane near East Brook.

Queen Sewing Circle Anna Crow Mary Harvey John A. Anderson Mary’ § Reis Edward Kane Near East Brook

Madame M. Rumball at Mellin's store June 22 23

Madame M Rumball will be at Mellin's store 31 North Mill Street New Castle on Thursday and Friday June 22 and 23. The advertisement promotes electrolysis electro vacuum face scalp treatment and a complete line of complexion remedies with free consultation and moderate charges. Mellin's store is an agent for New Castle.

Mellin’s North Millstret Love & Megown's and New Castle

Fisher to California Will Visit Sister in San Diego

Ss J Johnston Fisher of Leasure Avenue leaves tonight for California. In San Diego he will be guest of his sister Mrs Carson, formerly Miss Lela Dickson, of this city.

J. Johnston Fisher Leasure Avenue California San Diego Carson Lela Dickson

Informal Entertainment Hosted by Miss Kathleen Feeley

A small social evening at Brooklyn Avenue with Miss Kathleen Feeley as host featured games and refreshments, shared by a group of friends.

Kathleen Feeley Brooklyn Avenue

Maccabees Turtle Soup Supper Planned in New Castle

The New Castle Maccabees tent announces a turtle soup supper on Monday evening June 26. Members must call for tickets by 8 p.m. Saturday June 24 at K O T M Office 12 East Street or J H Gross plumbing shop 535 South Mill Street to help estimate meals.

New Castle East Street J. H. Gross Plumbing Shop South Mill Street

Chamberlain's Ointment Promises Quick Relief

Advertises Chamberlain's ointment for sprains with quiet treatment and free application by dealers, claiming to remove soreness and restore health rapidly.

Chamberlain

Bible Study Classes Schedule Diurnal Meetings

The Whitney Bible Study class meets at 424 Epworth Street tonight at 7 45. The Valley of Blessing class meets at 825 Lathrop Street on Thursday evening at 8 o clock.

Whitney Bible Wm. Jones Epworth Street Valley of Blessing W. L. Davis Lathrop Street

Suit Cases and Traveling Bags On Sale For Vacationers

Forethought is urged for weekend trips and preparations for travel. The basement display highlights suit cases and traveling bags with prices lower than typical for the quality, appealing to vacationers seeking bargains.

New 1911 lightweight travel bag for women

A compact, light, durable 1911 production described as smaller than a traveling bag. Marketed as easy for women to carry, it is praised for looks and value. Offered at just $1.50 in the basement sale.

Basement sale highlights Sheets and Domestics at savings

Claiming the attention of housewives are some special values in Sheets Pillow Cases and other Domestics You'll discover many needed household articles in the Basement at money saving prices Better come in tomorrow and look around.

Lawn Fete At Highland U P Church Lawn

Strawberries and ice cream will be served Thursday evening June 22 on the Highland U P church lawn. Everyone is welcome to attend.

Highland U. P. Church Lawn

Also Mentioned on This Page

S. S. Picnic Girls Club Maher Bros.co A. B. D. Girls Breakfast William M. Brown Visiting Nurse Association Water Nixies Fairyland Morgan Miss Falls Mrs. Felch Messrs Harry and Russell Urmson Emma Brown Berceuse D’hardelot Harry Urmson Bizet Margaret Sankey Samuel John Lewis Schleiffertte Sara Dana Falls Samuel Lewis Slater J. Russell Urmson May Hoyt Bruno Hulm J. William Filson Lehman W. P. Felch the Angelus Herbert William Woodworth Paul Browne Patterson Ralph Thomas W. S. Merriman R. M. Hainer Carl Yacoll Pearl Merriman Lily of the Valley Kensington Brest Reunion Ellwood H. &H. Pneumatic West Washington St Bell Phone Stationery CO N. Mercer Si Kane Madame M. Rumball Washington ST Fi. R. Dunlap& Sons Bell N. Mill St Wells’ Furniture Company Wells Furniture CO W.C.T.U Calvin Smith Aguéw Street Maccabees Cretonnes Lawn Fete MO. C. Dwyer Jeweler Optician St. Cloud C. W. Nolan C. W. Nolan & CO New Castle, Penna Summer’s New Veils Shetland Chantilly Brown & Hamilton CO
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