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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1915
Page
11
Ellwood City officials and the hospital governors await word from Harrisburg on a proposed state appropriation of 2000 dollars for two years to aid the local hospital. Only local inquiries have failed to confirm the grant as of press time.
George Majors returns from his father's farm and works at Cohen's drug store on Lawrence Avenue. He shares perilous adventures and gray hair from recent days, noting costs and family support, including a cot sleeper and a swing on the porch. He remains at the old stand.
Shelby works officials clarify the recently completed Shelby plant pool is open to everyone not just children or tube works employees. A tentative schedule has been arranged.
The new city pool adopts separate hours for men and women and allows women and girls with escorts to swim on certain evenings. It has attracted children and many adults, with expectations of growing popularity and broad approval for this entertainment addition.
Oil drillers at Evans City expect another gusher today as several wells near the third sand reach pay. The Fowler Norris unit on the Rev C H Marshall lot flowed after pay was struck at nine feet, with one tank of oil run. Ryan and Company report 150 barrels in 24 hours from their first pay but continue drilling for a second pay. Kriess and Co. drill on Kreuzberg acreage near No 2 seeks top sand pay.
In Ellwood City Pennsylvania the shelter tent for the playgrounds is fully paid. A local merchant driven fund raising completed the $250 needed for canvas and setup. The committee announced yesterday that the total had been subscribed by interested parties.
Two old soldiers spent last night at the city hotel. Registered as John Stewart of Pittsburg and Chandler Goss of Arland, Pa. Ages 74 and 75. They are the first visitors to the quarters since the early part of the month.
Nick Letso was injured yesterday at the tube mill when his toe was crushed. The Roumanian laborer was taken to the city hospital. Dr. E. E. Lamb attended and dressed the hurt toe.
Pood News Bureau Ellwood City Pa reports the Hazel Dell side of the Fifth street bridge nears completion with false work finished and iron work prepared for immediate placement. Piers on the Ellwood side are finished and Hauling to the Hazel Dell side continues while Fourth ward approaches receive ongoing fill work. Contractors expect bridge completion on schedule barring delays.
The Zelienople Harmony Presbyterian church extended a call to Rev. Andrew F. Heltman of Beaver Falls to become pastor. A congregational meeting led by Rev. W. R. Craig of Butler discussed the step, succeeding Rev. A. P. Eitinger who resigned to take a call at Ambridge.
Richard Grinnen of Wampum arrived in Ellwood with his mechanical inventions and began preparations for his show. Though late by several days, locals welcome him and expect the attractions to perform without spoilage.
City crowds streamed home after attending a wild west show in New Castle. They saw the only Jess Willard in captivity and reported a good performance. Harmony line cars ran late due to many stops to accommodate circus patrons.
A committee appointed by the board of trade meets to arrange Ellwood's Fourth of July celebration. They plan to cooperate with the Chautauqua to stage an entertaining program for the entire day and discuss procedures.
Yesterday afternoon Wright's motor truck in the alley beside the borough building rolled back on a slight grade. It struck the wall but caused no damage. Police suspect the brakes were not tight and gravity started the move.
In Ellwood City the Bible class play A Case of Suspension will be presented at the U P church tomorrow night. An entertaining program of solos and features accompanies the play. It was postponed from last week and a large crowd is expected.
Ellwood City Pa June 24 Brick are hauled for a new building as work proceeds.
Pretty 19 year old Bessie Armstrong of New Brighton Staten Island a Curtis high school senior confessed to a month of petty thefts from companions. She was arraigned before Justice Handy given reprieve and kept at home as teachers and friends seek her return. Principal Daniel Feldman posted 500 dollars bail for her.
Brick deliveries arrive for the Carbaugh building under construction on Lawrence avenue. Erection work will begin soon as foundations progress rapidly with stone work nearly half completed.
At Hazel Christy's Lawrence avenue home in Ellwood City, a charming summer party began with a 7 o'clock tea and continued with dancing and social diversions. Guests included Margaret Ruth Elsie Nelson Clara Davis Lucille Gribbin and hosts Miss Hazel Christy and guests Frank Lowry Ed French Frank Gribben Jack Hemper and Harry Harris.
Joe Havice of Fountain Avenue shows off a million dollar smile after his wife and he welcomed a ten pound baby boy born the night before. The couple is from Ellwood City and the news notes the happy event with local pride.
Tonight the pupils of Mr and Mrs R T Griffiths present their annual spring musicale in the Sunday school room of the Presbyterian church. A large audience is expected and the program promises high entertainment.
Tomorrow night a church ice cream social will be held at the Hickorywell Church near the city. Many are expected to attend and early interest suggests a large crowd.
Berwick Barton visits relatives in Pittsburg. Mr Newton of Fifth street visits New Castle. S Y Douds conducts business in Chewton yesterday. Mrs A J Howell from Sixth street visits New Castle. Dr D C Vosler and family motored to New Castle yesterday. James Boyle of New Castle was here on business yesterday. Mr and Mrs Lafe Butler enjoy a short trip to Pittsburg. James Douglas of Beaver Falls returns after a business visit here. Mr and Mrs Thomas Newton of Fourth ward were New Castle visitors yesterday. Miss Sarah Miller of Clarion visits at the home of Harry Thomas on Wayne Avenue. Mrs Paul Foster has returned to
C. C. Johnston of Conneaut Lake arrived in Youngstown after visiting Misses Elsie and Martha Nelson. He is staying with his son J. Johnston on Fifth street. Miss Edna Ewing returns home from a brief visit with Mrs. A. J. Howell on Sixth street.
Work to resurf ace the Harlansburg macadam road began yesterday with plans to oil the surface after resurfacing to curb dust and protect the road. State officials announced that oiling all state highways would be pursued to preserve the roads and reduce dust.
A intoxicated man entered the Nader store on West Washington street, toppled an orangeade stand and smashed a large glass jar. Damage estimated at seven to eight dollars. The man, described as a stranger, was too drunk to provide a name.
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