Pershing Plan for Defense of U.S. Outlined
General Pershing says a nationwide coast and border defense system will be ready after this summer’s National Guard and civilian training. Barbed wire sea barricades and entanglements could deter landings, with citizen army mobilization planned behind the initial fortifications to enable faster offensive action if war comes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George E. Durno
International News Service
Waitingtosa
John J. Perahing
Army
United States
Secretary of War
General Pershing
Regular Army
National Guard
Organized Reserve
Pershing
France
How it Happened Fashion Wedding Omission
A witty Life column notes a reporter mentioning the groom’s name despite custom. the editor reproves a slip about out-of-town guests. Also a note that a single ounce of gold can be drawn into a 48 mile wire.
Rainy London Trade Dampens Ascot Week Humour
London reports a dreary season with persistent rain and cold weather dampening trade and hotel occupancy ahead of Ascot week. The piece notes English society embracing Fred and Adele Astaire, the Savoy opening kennels for American prized animals, and Prime Minister Asquith's vow not to write his biography, all shaping a mood of tired elegance in a damp city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David M. Church
London
Jupiter Pluvius
England
Bio Society
Ascot
Fred
Adele Astaire
T. John Ervine
Sydney Carroll
Statistics On City Sent To Two East Cities
Commissioner P K Stevenson of the Board of Trade sent copies of New Castle newspapers and related data to William B Dimon in Portland Maine and George Battet in New York. The figures include an annual payroll of 312 169 600 and production value of 98 448 900, signaling forthcoming publicity in Maine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P. K. Stevenson
Board of Trade
William B. Dimon
Elvening Express
Portland
Maine
New Castle
Daeser
George Battet
New York
Fines Paid for Disorderly Conduct Arrests in Cascade Park
Ralph Palone and Frank Ross were arrested by Cascade Park police on disorderly conduct charges. They appeared before Alderman Muntz, pled guilty, and were fined $10 plus costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph Palone
Frank Ross
Cascade Park
Alderman Muntz
Reunion Committee Will Meet Wednesday
The High School Alumni reunion committee called by President James K. Pollock will meet Wednesday evening at the North. The group plans a Friday afternoon and evening gathering at Cascade Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cacade Park
James K. Pollock
The
North
Final arrangements for supper at street school event
Final arrangements for the big event will be held at this time. Reservations for the supper at the picnic grove this evening are urged for those not cooking. Those attending should buy tickets at Love and MereGown's Paisley's pharmacy Bartholomew's pharmacy and Westfall's store in Seranth ward.
Had Nose Broken At Boarding House
Onn Poikonen was charged with aggravated assault and battery on Pina Lautannes. The incident occurred at a Finnish boarding house near Chestnut and Spruce streets. Poikonen allegedly pulled a chair, then struck Lautannes several blows, breaking his nose and causing permanent injury. District Attorney R. L. Hildebrand and attorneys Glyde Gibson and Robert M. Whine prosecuted. Thos. W. Dickey defended.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Onn Pikoanen
Lautannes
Emery
Ic Us
Chestnut and
Spruce Streets
Poikonen
R. L
Severe Storm East Of City Kills Man By Lightning
A storm east of the city Sunday caused Floyd Metcalfe to be struck and killed by lightning at Hall coal shaft near Stoneboro. Clyde Truxall, his employer, sheltered in a barn as two teams of horses bolted. Metcalfe’s wife and two month old daughter survive him. The storm also affected Butler and Grove City with reports of washouts and heavy winds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stoneboro
Butler
Grove City
P. K. Stevenson
Stevenson
Harlansburg
Slippery Roch
Slippery Rock
New Cradle
Mercer
Hickory Corners
West Middlesex
New Wilmington
New Castle
Floyd Metcalfe
Hall Coal Shaft
Matealfe
Ewn Ployer
Clyde Truxall
Troxall
Two Small Fires Over Week End
Two small fires occurred over the weekend with minor losses. At 6:25 p.m. Saturday a pile of rubbish in Frank Book’s garage at 915 Harrison Street caught fire after an alarm from box 49. The second fire damaged the roof of a house at 921 South Beaver Street Sunday, alerted by box 17 at 22:30, with losses about 16 dollars. The owner is Mrs. Charlea W Lambertson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Book
Harrison Street
W. Kk. Shoatt
South
Beaver Street
Charlea W Lambertson
Seep Tin Tiggaloa Bb m on Dirt
Seep Tin Tiggaloa Bb m faces a dirt challenge in a local event as organizers list entries and schedule details for the trial. Officials announce venue and timing while participants prepare for the contest.
Licenses Issued Now Break All Records
Harrisburg reports the automobile division's receipts up to June 25 total $19,590,256, over $1 million above all of 1922. Passenger car registrations reach 838,654 versus 763,914 in 1922, and commercial vehicles 66,416 compared with 65,821 in 1932.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrisburg
Automobile Division
State Highway Department
Battery B Gun Now In Position at Mt Jackson Monument
The Battery Association secured a gun and carriage mounted at the monument in Mt Jackson. It has been painted and enhances the monument’s appearance. The gun will feature at the survivors annual gathering on Thursday, June 28.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Battery Association
Association
Mt. Jackson
Thuras
Value of Yawning for Health and Breathing
Medical experts extol yawning as beneficial for lungs and breathing. They note an art to yawning, with a deep yawn activating throat and chest muscles and drawing in fresh air to the lungs.
Polemic Solon Turns on Congress in Distracting Rant
A polemical column derides a congressman amid a heated debate. It likens political attacks to teaching a duck to swim and labels the tactic as distasteful. The piece critiques sensationalism and urges focus on substantive issues.
Steals $20 Bill In Cigar Store
A man named Alan attempted to buy cigarettes at United Cigar on Washington Street Sunday evening around 5 p.m. He took a twenty-dollar bill from the open cash register before slipping away as the clerk briefly left to fetch stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alan
United Cigar Store
Washington Street
Police Investigate Untaken The Register Case
Police are investigating a case after items labeled The Register were not taken. Details on suspects or motives remain undisclosed as inquiries continue.
Simpson Mission Girls Outing at Crystal Springs Cottage
Since June 1 a group of Simpson Mission girls have enjoyed a cottage retreat at Crystal Springs on Neshuanack creek. The girls are under Missee Enis and Worrall of the Irene Maichard Neaconess Home. Four groups are entertained at a time with different groups cared for at various times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Simpson Mission
Crystal Springs
Neshuanack Creek
Missee Enis
Worrall
Irene Maichard
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Eadie
U.S
Continental
America
Saya
Pan Trans
Daily News Letter
Wales
Asquith
Taboo
Berties
Piccadilly
Bond Street
Savoy Hotel
I T
Europe
Milwaukee
Washington, D. C
Columbus
H. H. Aaquith
Winter Avenue
Clare P. DuShane Agency
St. Cloud Building
Ewing Shoe Store
Worthington
Worthington Engines
Pump Jacka
NEW Castle Howe. CO
Bunio
Tland
D. G. Ramsey
Croton Ave
Wislington Street
Clark
Mackie
East Washington Street
Jardinieres
Mrs. Brown
Usband
Mrs. Green
the Tatler
Bouth Jefferson Street
Haney Furniture Co
Just
Simpson
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