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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1941
Page
10
Mayor Charles B. Mayne announced that parking fees will not be required after six on Saturdays. Some drivers had been tagged for parking after six, with refunds and exoneration promised for those who paid. Stores close at five, and the council plans an amendment to waive fees after that hour.
June 13 in Ellwood City a pretty wedding took place at St. Acatha's Church. Alice Patterson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Patterson of Pershing Street, married Cornelius W. Newsman, son of Mrs. Mary Newsman. Rev. Fr. R. A. Wilkie officiated. The bride wore a full length embossed Swiss gown with veil on a Juliet cap. she carried a white prayer book. Dorothy Jane Foley of New Castle was bridesmaid. A Russell Newman served as best man. After a breakfast at the bride’s home, the couple planned a wedding trip through the New England states and will live with the Patterson family on Pershing Street after July 1. James M. Patterson, bride’s brother, was home from Marine Corps duty for the wedding.
The second accident within 24 hours occurred at the Wurtemburg and North Star roads when a car left the road at 12:20 a m and hit a stop light pole and guide cable, bringing down power and cutting telephone service. Bruno Barilane drove the damaged vehicle with Angelo Manaczzi Vello Terra and Elizabeth Sartischi as passengers. Manaczzi suffered a head cut and arm injury. the others were not specified. They were taken to Dr A M Niotti and then the hospital for treatment.
ELLWOOD CITY June 23 The Chamber of Commerce warned the Pittsburgh truck drivers strike is sharply hurting local merchants. Hundreds of dollars in seasonal goods lie in Pittsburgh warehouses, unavailable for local sale. A dealer pleaded to load a few bundles into his car, while a garage reports seventeen repair items held up. Merchants press the chamber to seek an early settlement before fall merchandise arrives.
Ellwood City June 23 perfect score recorded for the first time since Saturday shoots began at the Ellwood Red and Gun Club at Wamapura wad. Red Radamacher, club president, and Cyingham sheertt of Lawrence County Brown SA rareets achieved the maximum. Next score was 23 of 24 by J Kuiken of Wampum. At 22 were Odd McCleary and Emil Alfonso of Ellwood. Another weekly contest is set for Saturday afternoon June 28.
The Sons of Italy mushball team defeated the New Castle Sons of Italy 4-3 in twelve innings in Ellwood City on June 23. Ed Streit pitched well for the victors and pinch hitter Plugh delivered a deciding single in the 12th, scoring Roman from third as the game ended a previously postponed Lawrence County Softball league match.
Aged Matilda McFate of Ellwood City celebrated her eighty fourth birthday with a dinner for 39 guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. James Marshall in Shadyrest. The gathering included four generations and gifts from family and neighbors. Afterward, a group photo was taken and friends delivered a party shower before the dinner.
Ellwood City merchants plan a dinner meeting at the Elks grill at 6 15 pm with Dr. Nixon of Philadelphia to talk on the value of farm trade to local merchants. Paul Reynolds of J C Penney will receive a chain store honor roll scroll for civic work. A short movie on last year’s Merchant Employee plan at Stoughton’s beach will be shown.
A bridal shower for Mrs. Wile Webster formerly Miss Pauline Boots was held at the home of Mrs. William Hutchinson in Wiln temburg. Many gifts were given and guests enjoyed games. Lunch was served with help from Mrs. LeMoyne French.
Members of the Young People's Council will hike this evening starting at United Presbyterian Church at 7 o'clock. The hike will be led by Robert Taylor, dotin Caughey Jr, and Clifton Jones. Afterward the group will return to a church for refreshments.
Ellwood notes list weekly church activities across multiple congregations. Various meetings include missionary societies, Ladies Aid, prayer services, Sunday school, and youth groups led by pastors from Baptist, Reformed, Methodist, and God churches. Dates indicate Tuesday through Friday gatherings with locations in Ellwood, North Sewickley, Lillyville, and nearby parks.
Bellwood Cr'ry reports a hit and run as police detain an unnamed driver after a damaged car was found burned Sunday. A 17 year old was involved in a separate incident. the struck man was Thomas Henry. The owner's car was parked on Fourth Street and damaged when returned. The striking car belonged to Romenic DiCampoil of 530 Cilen Avenue.
The GW E M club will motor to Pittsburgh on Wednesday morning, June 36. All members expected to go must meet at Mrs Matilda Swick Prisca’s home promptly.
Ellwood City report notes a week long playground project with jackstones for girls 16 and under born June 1 or earlier. Prizes include a dollar cast and the Sun-Card trophy for the city champion. Girls urged to sign up at any of the five city playgrounds.
Mrs. Mary Vargo aged 89 widow of John Vargo died Saturday afternoon at her daughter Mrs. Joseph Simon's home in Ellport. Survived by daughters Mrs. Simon and Mrs. Joseph Spisak of Fairmount W V A son John Vargo of Cleveland. Funeral Tuesday at nine from W D Porter parlors Ellport to St Joseph Church Beaver Falls priest Father Maitinich.
Umberto Pessolamo, 50, of 809 Beaver Avenue, died Saturday at New Castle Hospital. Survived by two sons and a daughter Carmen Samuel and Columbia Pessolano, brother Louis of Pittsburgh, Nicola Pessolano, another brother in South America, sister Prances Armando in New York City. Funeral Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. at the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary, conducted by Father Vincent Galiano. Burial in Locust Grove Cemetery. He was a member of the Sons of Italy Lodge.
A surprise party honored the 16th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. R C Hutchinson at their Elwood City home on the Elwood New Castle road. Loretta Hutchinson hosted with 44 guests present and gifts, followed by a light repast prepared by Milas Hutchinson and assisted by Leatrice Roach and Loraine Walker.
Three 14 year old boys from Clifton Flats were detained by city police for questioning after six bicycles were recovered. Detectives Moore and Thomas led the arrest with information from Squib Bo J. Thomas. One recovered bike was reportedly stolen from the Farrage police garage. Some bikes had been torn apart to avoid identification. Victims include Francis Hodge and George Mendely, while others listed are Budzowski and Clarence Jones. Detectives also found two bags of nuts from a friend in East Washington Street. The youths may be placed in juvenile custody.
City and county officials plan talks with Lehigh Portland Cement about a proposal to transfer hundreds of acres of company land to various tax districts. Judge Braham favors using the land for reforestation if the deal goes through. Council approved a $1.70 weekly raise for employees as recommended by Councilman Alexander.
Cambridge Maryland May 14 19xx a jury found James Vincent Maher 32 Arlington Street and another James Maher of Arlington mistaken for the rightful heir. Muller charged with larceny of 440.86 from Arlington bank. Estate confusion arose after a California letter prompted an affidavit. Judge Carole P Willis presided in Middlesex Superior Court. Restitution set plus interest. case details include misdirected payments and estate dispute among two Mahers.
Harrisburg June 24 Out of state motorists entering Pennsylvania at 121 entry ports are stopped to be welcomed directed and counted by state police and commerce officials. Positions at key crossings will distribute literature and tally cars and occupants with stations near Gettysburg New Castle Allentown and other points. Officials project car counts and people totals will exceed last year’s record during June through September amid travel and business conditions.
Harrisburg June 23 Former state representative E Kent Kane Republican of McKean county was fined 12.50 and had his operator's license suspended for 90 days after being caught driving about 60 miles per hour in Susquehanna Township Dauphin County by a state police officer. The Bureau of Motor Vehicles released details on June 23. Kane has not sought license modification.
A crash on State Street hill Sunday at 7:05 a.m. involved two trucks and a car. Police report a car driven by Paul Baldwin of Bad Axe Michigan skidded on descent, struck a truck driven by Clem Brew of Indianapolis, then hit another car driven by AL Fullwood of Guy Florida. No injuries reported, only substantial damage noted.
The Daraping Commerce reports a spike in espionage activity in Puerto Rico with authorities noting heightened counterintelligence efforts. Officials warn of increased surveillance and potential foreign interference amid rising tensions.
Brenda Marshall and William Holden planned to marry as their screen assignments permit, but engagement plans were halted after Marshall received her final divorce decree from Richard Gaines. The couple, prominent in Hollywood, faced delays amid studio schedules and public attention.
The United States denounces Germany's invasion of Russia and says it will consider requests for aid under the lend lease act after consultations with President Roosevelt. Acting Secretary of State Sumner Welles frames the issue as halting Hitler and preserving democracy, stressing defense and security.
Washington June 2 The Navy Secretary Knox orders revision of enlistment articles for the Marine Corps Reserve to retain on active duty those reserves for the duration of a national emergency or war. The move aims to implement a standby policy for U S naval reserves and follows a Roosevelt recommendation to retain officers in the National Guard and Army Army. The changes require new enlistments in marine camps to agree they may be kept on active duty through a national emergency. officials cited about 9,431 marine corps reserves not yet on active duty.
Memorial services were held Saturday afternoon by the In Sener fee sponsored lodges of Lawrence County in tribute to deceased members. Robert Meade presided, delivering a fitting tribute to the order. D. Montgomery of Bessemer Lodge No. Lise led the Ork Erlost Rev D. Moutsomery of Rebekah lodge Eflwood City conducted the Rebekah memorial service with large attendance from surrounding lodges.
Government relief rolls in the state fell to a new low as of mid June with the week ending June 14 showing the deepest decline. Officials cite private industry employment as the main factor, noting Philadelphia and certain counties saw the greatest decreases while some areas registered modest increases amid broader austerity.
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