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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 23, 1931

Page

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Governor Vetoes Twenty Five Bills During Morning

The governor vetoed twenty five bills during the morning session, citing overbroad provisions and concerns over compulsory employment. He rejected measures mandating state contracts employ Pennsylvania citizens and restricted age-based hiring, arguing officers must assess capability and eligibility. The notices name sponsors such as Rep James Heffran and Rep D J Kahte and indicate continued discussion on page two.

Lews Pingiot Pennsylvania Westmoreland Janes T Heffran Washington Lae Commonwealth D. J. Kahte Clarion

Ches Sweesy nearly holes in one at Legion of Honor

In last evening's Legion of Honor match Ches Sweesy, a rising young golfer, landed a near hole in one on No 7. The ball stopped inches from the cup, ending with a birdie. A rough, garbled note follows about other local names and a disrupted scene.

Legion of Honor Ches Sweesy Hall of Fame Sweesy

Daily Weather Report Summary for Buren Station

Weather bulletin from Buren station notes morning conditions and hourly observations. Data mentions temperature 62 and precipitation indicators with time period specifics. Observations recorded by local meteorology office. station identifiers and timing reflect routine daily weather reporting.

Buren Statisies

Rural road bill signed by governor under wide package

Harrisburg June 23 Warren Pennsylvanias new rural road program state tree and state bird plus holiday and election law changes become law after Gov Gilford Pinechots approval of 47 bills from the last legislature. The Bidelspacher bill to take over 20205 miles of township roads for state maintenance and development enables the governor to pursue rural road improvement pledges. The measure takes effect once the highway department is organized.

Traternarional News Harrisburg Pennsylvania Gilford Pinechot State Highway Department

Ten Million Fire Loss at St John New Brunswick

The waterfront blaze in St John New Brunswick caused 10 009 000 in damage. The Canadian Pacific coastal steamer Empress burned at the docks as her seacocks were opened to prevent fuel oil explosion. Five men last seen at the docks were reported missing.

International News Service St, John N. B Harbor Commission Empress St. John Boston

Bradford Woman Killed In Crash

Bradford Woman died in a crash near here when two cars collided on a rural road. A passenger, Fesenmyer of Bradford, suffered possible injuries and a second occupant was treated for minor wounds. The collision occurred late at night. conditions and exact cause are under investigation. Continued on page two.

Here Fesenmyer Brad Bradford

Atlantic City's Boardwalk Fire Damage Estimated At 800000

A blaze along Atlantic City's boardwalk last night damaged multiple buildings including a night club. Three firemen and four others were among seven people slightly injured. Estimated damage pegged at 800000 with investigations ongoing.

International News Service Atlantic City N. J Atlantis City

Store Owner Killings Amid Mine Strike Clash

In Uniontown Pennsylvania near Arnold City a fatal clash between pickets and sheriff deputies left one man dead and four seriously wounded. Victims include Mike Ghilopzick, shot in the heart, and John Brown, John Gala, F R Davis, plus a unidentified man, all taken to Charleroi hospital. Deputies reported firing after warning the pickets to retreat as a truck carrying strikebreakers approached the mine entrance.

International News Service Uniontown Sheriff's Pittsburgh Coal Company Ammold City Mike Ghilopzick Charleroi John Brown John Gala F. R. Davis

New Trial Denied For Woman Slayer Will Die In Chair

Mrs Maude Lowther a 28 year old Indian maid was doomed to be Ohio's first woman to die in the electric chair Judge James Ogiever overruled the motion for new trial and sentenced her to die October 2 for the murder of Mrs Clara Smith on May 29 1930 The victim's husband Tibly Smith aided in the plot and awaits electrocution Attorneys said they would file exceptions with the state court of appeals meeting August 24

Jefferson Maude Lowther Ohio James Ogiever Clara Smith Tibly Smith State Court of Appeals

Rogers Says America Died From Moral Leadership Delusion

Special to The News from Beverly Hills California June 23 says Will Rogers mocks the idea of American moral leadership. He argues nations resent external moral dictates and warns against overestimating U S influence. He notes history shows the country’s good intentions often backfire and ends with unintended consequences abroad.

Neuss Beverly Hills Cal Astoria America

World flight crew leaves New York for record trip

Wiley Post and Harold Gatty begin a record breaking 15060 mile round world flight from Roosevelt Field New York to Harbor Grace Newfoundland then across the Atlantic with planned brief stops. Longest hops planned Harbor Grace to Berlin and Moscow to Irkutsk.

Vike Ropere Post Gatty New York Harbor Grace Berlin Moscow Irkutsk KN. F Wiley Post Harold Gaity Ha Roosevelt Field Roosevelt Field N. Y Atlantic City Harold Gatty Los Angeles Flyer N. F Fae Atlantic

New Pipe Organ Arrives for Epworth Church Dedication

A Wick Direct Electric Action organ from Highland, Illinois arrived in large crates for Epworth Methodist Episcopal Church. Installation began with organ experts on site. The dedicatory recital is planned for July 18 featuring Earl Mitchell of Shadyside Presbyterian Church Pittsburgh and baritone Wal ler Evans from Pittsburgh who won a radio audition five years ago and has since pursued concert work in Pittsburgh.

Wick Epworth Methodist Episcopal Church Highland, Ii Earl Mitchell Shadyside Presbyterian Church of Pittsburgh Waleler Evans Pittsburgh Dvans

War Debt Moratorium May Involve New Parley On Terms

Hoover proposes a one year halt on war debt payments but many expect a two year pause or longer. Debates center on Germanys finances and the political campaign as two major parties square off. Some foresee renewed discussion of reparations and debts after the period with possible inter final conferences. Continued on Page Two.

George R. Wolmes Wewa Service Washington Hoover Germany Ter Congress

Mine workers and operators reach Pittsburgh wage truce

United Mine Workers and Pittsburgh Terminal Coal Corporation announce 2400 miners at five mines will return to work tomorrow under terms of a wage and contract settlement. Samuel Pursglove will sign the pact in Pittsburgh as unions ratify the agreement. Philip Murray praised Governor Pinchot for aiding the settlement. Mines involved include No. 2 Castle Shannon No. 3 Mollenaues No. 4 Horning.

International News Service Pittsburgh United Mine Workers of America Pittsburgh Terminal Coal Corporation Oho Samuel Pursglove Neon Iconesions Philip Murray Wired Gilford Pinchot Castle Shannon Mollenaues Horning

New Zealand Quake Shakes Wainihaka and Murere Towns

An earthquake struck the New Zealand towns of Wainihaka and Murere causing damage to houses water tanks and infrastructure. The tremor lasted four hours with continued aftershocks and emergency crews responding to affected areas.

Adtesnational London Ely Neys Wainihaka Murere New Zealand Wellington Istervats

Ruth Nichols Hurt In Plane Crash Near Airport

Ruth Nichols, famed Rye New York aviatrix, was seriously injured when her plane crashed on approach to St John New Brunswick. The craft struck fuel tanks and tumbled into trees near the Municipal airport, delaying her trans Atlantic flight plans.

Idtecistin ST. John Hes Ruth Nichols Sofety Aviatrix of Rye N.Y Physi General Hospital Aere Toda Fehl Ployer Bennefteld Baryjeer York Miss Nichols Uke Tyer Iaie

Death Record for Mrs Mancaret Blakely

Obituary note records the death of Mrs Mancaret Blakely of North Beaver Township at age 50, with links to Al mira Howe Joseph Kline in the regional listing. The notice provides brief death and location details typical of a local death record column.

Mancaret . Blakely Td. Almira, Howe Joseph Kline North Beaver Township

Believe France Plans To Accept Hoover Proposal

Paris June 23 French cabinet signals intent to seek parliamentary authority to accept President Hoover’s moratorium proposal. Premier Pierre Laval reportedly told Internation Service that consent to levy amplification without parliament won’t be granted. Article notes continued discussion on page two.

France Hoover Paris Honover Tonax Pierre Javad

Bank Bandits Scared Away In Lebanon Heist

Two armed men attempted an early morning hold up at the Myerstown Trust Company in Lebanon. They entered the bank, one drew a pistol near the door, shouted stick em up, but fled after an alarm sounded. An employee dropped behind the counter as the alarm tripped and the bandits escaped before police arrival.

International News Service Lebanon Paduime Myerstown Trust Company Neer Tar Reading Nell

Fragmented Tale of Alchemy and Seeds in a Garden Plot

A fragmented text mentions alchemy, ferns, and a garden plot with seeds and two cans. It references a person named Arthur Mometer ren and describes a contest or test involving a garden activity. Weather notes and odd terms appear amid the garbled lines.

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