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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1925
Page
1
Pittsburgh Pa June 24 A father after giving his son a toy gun and then a real revolver to demonstrate triggered a fatal shot. George Baker’s wife Alice 29 was struck in the spinal cord and died. Coroner investigation underway.
Senator Smoot defends plan amid fear propaganda concerns that may slow negotiations.
American debutantes in London brace for a cold night as they prepare to be presented to King George and Queen Mary. Ambassador Houghton will introduce dozens of women including Miss Jean Elizabeth Baldwin, Miss Ciolet Burd Grubb, and Mrs. Cass Gilbert, among others, amid fur wraps and gowns worth thousands.
Portland dispatch reports Secretary of the Navy Wilbur may halt the MacMillan arctic expedition as radio equipment issues force a naval intervention. The destroyer Putnam speeds to the aid with naval radio gear while the expedition presses toward the polar north, potentially ending the voyage at the frozen fringe.
The farmer surveys early spuds and hay amid city doubt about rain. He notes dry soil favors field work while rain could ruin picnic events and travel at Centennial time. Weather reads seventy nine, emphasizing cautious optimism.
Minnie D Poleone aged 26 of rear ie Pearson Street is recorded in this death notice. The notice lists her age and last known address and provides no further details on cause or date.
An automobile collision at a street intersection in Altoona Pennsylvania injures three people. Mrs Mary Wattle aged 63 is fatally injured. Davida a son and Robert a grandson suffer severe lacerations.
In Chicago jurors hear the state press for the death penalty for William Darling Shepherd in the McClintock case. George B. Gorman argues for a murder verdict, calling Shepherd cruel and cold blooded. Mrs Shepherd is absent from the courtroom. The closing arguments continue as the trial nears its end.
President and Mrs Coolidge return to Massachusetts for the summer in a low key visit to Swampscott near Salem. Large crowds greet them as they arrive by motor. The couple plan a quiet stay with old friends and neighbors, avoiding pomp or ceremony.
The Red Cross now occupies the third floor of the Safe Deposit and Trust building replacing the previous fifth floor. Four first aid stations operate at Cascade Park under Misa Olive Reed. Requested by the Knights of Pything, the Red Cross will maintain a station today and feature a Centennial week float with representatives of its various branches.
The News reports a large number of old papers and relics were sent or brought to the office. The paper states they are not collecting items for the Centennial exhibition and asks that donations be sent or delivered to the public Heritage Authority for display.
City engineering department employees report Ray Street used today to reach Croton Avenue. Brickwork laid yesterday and Moody Avenue is now constructed. Hawthorne sewers and Blaine Street works are in progress with concrete and sewer lines being laid.
Hong Kong June 24 two hundred Chinese were slain in clashes on the Canton foreign settlement island of Shameen. British and French marines opened fire as Chinese students workers and soldiers marched. The steamer Honam with six hundred refugees was due to arrive carrying whites out of danger. US Navy Blue Jackets from the Asheville manned the ship. Fighting reported at several plazas in Canton.
British troops ordered to Canton after a battle near Shameen foreign settlement in Canton city. Refugees aboard Norham report hundreds killed and many wounded as Chinese attacked foreign guards. British and French marines opened fire in defense. cabled warnings had been issued to resist any penetration of Shameen.
Marriage license records list Donald Neyman and Helen Russell, both from New Castle, along with Eewin J. Switzer and Annetta Sankey, also of New Castle. Other couples shown include Wilford W. Show of Manefield Pa with Genevieve Viola Cox of New Castle, and Lawrence W. Tenul of Enon Valley with Jennie Nelson. Additional entries include James C. Miller of Youngstown with Anns T. Harrington of New Castle, Homer White and Ellwood Chey Gertride Chaille of New Castle, and Wright Roffmaster of Grove City with May MeAnnup of Edenburg.
Federal prohibition administrators amid a government shakeup may earn from 7000 to 10090 dollars yearly. General L G Andrews, leader of the dry army, said the salary question for cap chief commanders will be sent to Comptroller General J G McCarl. Field chiefs could receive 54490 annually, with authority expanded under the reorganization starting August 1.
The parish of St Marcaret’s Seventh Ward honors Father McKenna, pastor, with a silver jubilee program at the Liberatre. A ladies and child choir presented a specialty playlet and the congregation contributed a substantial purse. The celebration closed Tuesday evening.
The Centennial committee invites all auto owners to join the Booster Caravan Friday afternoon June 2. Cars from New Castle to Warren and Mercer to Girard will travel to support the event with fans and pennants. Cars meet at the Legion Home on North Jefferson Street and depart at 4 o clock with space for many vehicles and riders.
Judge Buffington will headline the open air Fourth of July program in New Castle with Judge Joseph Knofflinsten of Pittsburgh as afternoon speaker. The event on July 4 at 2:30 pm features a platform at the corner of North Jefferson and Grant streets. Buffington, renowned locally, aided the 1917 National War Work Council drive, and recently married Margaret Fairfax Clendenin, Red Cross supporter. Citizens expect a large attendance.
Erecting about fifty booths for the New Castle Centennial along North Jefferson Street, with linen skeletal structures that resemble hitching sheds. Merchants decorate buildings, put up lights, flags, and colorful banners as preparations progress. crowds and visitors expected next week if weather cooperates.
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