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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1938
Page
24
The Variet y girls deny a forfeit claim, stating no game was scheduled for Wednesday against a team named Putschgeit or Mooney. They clarify their next match is against Wam- at Wampum, and there is confusion over the reported forfeiture.
Pittsburgh June 24. W D Fuller president of Curtis Publishing Co Philadelphia told a gathering of business representatives that high taxes in Pennsylvania are driving industry out of state. He cited 1,600,000 on relief rolls and urged a nonpartisan campaign to lower taxes and improve state government efficiency. About 200 delegates attended as Fuller announced plans for a permanent organization to address unemployment and tax issues.
The Mississippi River body of a 70 to 75 year old man was identified as Charles Parker, once from California, after eighteen year old fingerprints were checked by police. Parker had been questioned on September 20, 1930, fingerprinted, and released. the prints were filed for reference until the drowned man was found.
Suva Fiji Island report details a native who hanged himself after reportedly fleeing a constable during a minor arrest. The event, described as rare among native Fijians, occurred as he disappeared into dense bush and was later found suspended from a tree, an item of bright red tapa cloth noted at the scene.
Newburyport Mass high school seniors vote 116 to 31 against caps and gowns for June commencement. The move, cited as avoiding a mournful look, marks the largest cap and gown controversy in the school's history. Girls may wear any color. boys wear their own suits and footwear.
A two year old English bulldog named Pudgy owned by John J. Maher collapsed and died from heat prostration after a downtown pet parade. Dr. T F Nugent said the strain of the event was too much. The dog died around 7 p m. A separate report noted Marjory Baumgartner’s pet broke a leg shortly before the parade.
J W Anderson testified before council to seek approval for beautifying Gunton Park on North Hill. He clarified he spoke for the newly formed Junior Garden Club, not the Men's Garden Club as previously reported by The News By Mall. The item appeared in yesterday’s coverage with an error.
The fifth annual Summer Hobby School of the New Castle YOM G A opens July 5 with classes starting Tuesday. Open to all Y department members, the program offers instruction in brass and copper work, tapping, and a miscellaneous hobby slate. John Thorny son serves as boys' secretary and will direct activities alongside two experienced instructors.
Local agencies announce appointments of John H. Templeton and Gipson to the youth service department. Officials say the pair will lead community outreach and safety programs at the city youth center, with duties including mentorship, event coordination, and collaboration with schools.
Geradine Nelson reports a purse snatching at West Washington and Shenkago streets. Police detained a colored man, alleged by some to have taken the purse, he denies the charge and will be questioned by detectives today. Tony Flee has recovered enough to return home from New Castle hospital after a fall injury.
Fashion column notes Queen Elizabeth favors white for summer wear from Paris designer Lanvin. Jeane Lanvin, famed couturière who created the bou sk re bede style, is cited as admiring the chic white look for the season.
A Paris report says a Frenchman used forged tickets to ride trains for ten years without paying. Authorities say he exploited counterfeit passes to travel widely, while the public and railway officials question security and enforcement effectiveness.
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