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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 25, 1927

Page

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Lowman details humane enforcement of prohibition policy

In an interview Treasury head Lowman outlines a humane enforcement approach to the dry laws. He says federal agents will avoid third degree tactics and firearms except in emergencies while pursuing violations, as politics and public pressure loom ahead of the next Congress.

Robert S. Thornburgh Bernie Bratt Ny Dune Po Lincoln G. Andrey Nevy Reymour Lowman Treasury Lowman United States Andrews Don Ftress

Two Birthdays In Week Confuse Young Matron

SAN FRANCISCO June 26 Mrs Ji Re Paul of Sydney Australia touring the United States with her husband faced a puzzling birthday clash. Her birthday occurred on a Thursday while a recent voyage near the equator caused calendar lines to blur making officials question her true age of 25.

A. KR Paul Pauls Synology Suva Pago Pago Samoan Prie Ltt Trienda

Mrs Nesbitt Injured In Auto Accident Near Home

Mrs Robert Nesbitt of New Wilmington road was struck by a car while boarding a bus near her home in Shenango Valley hospital in critical condition. She suffered a broken right leg below the knee fractures of both wrists a lacerated lip and extensive bruising. The accident occurred about 8 10 am as she closed a service station door and then was struck by a Pittsburgh driver whose name is not printed. ACCIDENT REPORTED Herbert Hobart reported a collision on East Washington Street near Hust Street involving Welter Kerber.

Robert Nesbitt New Wilmington Road Shenango Valley Hospital Boeing New Wilmington New Castle Jin Shiwan Nut Ness Butt Pittsburgh Herbert Hobart Lawrence Avenue East Washington Street Hust Street Welter Kerber East- Long Avenue Pein Dipaction

State Supreme Court Upholds Sunday Baseball Ban

The State Supreme Court upheld a Dauphin County ruling barring the Athletics from playing baseball on Sunday. All Sunday amusements with charged admissions are banned in the state. Opinions were delivered by Justice William J. Schri ter amid quo warranto actions initiated by Attorney General George Woodruff. The case involves multiple residents from New Castle Youngstown Edgewood and nearby areas.

Seniarnational Nown Service Phyladel Pria State Supreme Court Dauphin County Common Pleas Court Athletics William J. Schri]ter Gaorge Woodrutf

Convicts Mutiny Ends In Kansas

Kansas June 25 A mutiny by 328 convict coal miners barricaded in the Kansas Penitentiary coal mine ended today after leaders opposed the decision and a fight followed. The prisoners had endured life underground during the confinement.

Kansas International News Service Lansing Kansas Penitentiary Wantvan End Ortace

Will Rogers Letter Reveals Local Home Improvements

Special to The News from Los Angeles June 25 Will Rogers writes in a casual column about his life and humor. He mentions a back fence, a cat comparison, and a lighthearted note on his living arrangements. The piece reflects Rogers playful voice and public persona.

Wewsy Los Angeles Cal Howling Mayor Will Rogers

Britain Refuses To Withdraw Capital Ship Reductions

A Reuters style report notes Britain will not withdraw proposals to reduce capital ships though the United States and Japan favor discussing limits. Gibson, United States chief delegate, hinted Britain’s plan would be debated in Washington. Rumors of an informal accord to withdraw after talks circulated without official confirmation.

Great Britain United, States Japan Gibson Delegata Britain Washington Javithout Weither

Legislators Of South Dakota Visit Colidge

South Dakota lawmakers from Pierre arrived by special train at 6 30 am with about 100 relatives and friends in a large delegation to welcome President and Mrs Coolidge at the summer White House. The group, described as cowboys bankers and sammers, traveled from the state capital after a special session.

George E. Derng International News Service Rapid City S.D South Dakota Sammers Pierre Coolidge White House Legislatore Yetl

Lindbergh Confers With Aircraft Officials in Washington

Colonel Lindbergh met with aircraft officials to continue talks with a commercial aircraft organization. He arrived at the Secretary of War’s home in Washington after landing at Mitchell Field on his flight from Washington and was said to need a long rest. He was accompanied by Harry Knight of St. Louis and several friends, destination not disclosed. The secretary said he had turned his home over to Lindbergh for as long as he cared to stay.

Tonal Nowsryce Accust V. EY Cal 3 Lindbergh F.i Trubervison of War Harry Knight St. Louie Automobile Davison Linbergh Lawt-Avening

Marrying Pastor at Elkton Maryland To Be Investigated

Elkton Maryland June 25 Reliable reports say members of the Methodist Episcopal church charge that more than 500 marriages were performed by a man not regularly ordained. Investigations upcoming to determine validity of these ceremonies and the legality of the acts.

Elkton Maryland Couternational News Service Investige Linn Methodist Episcopal Church

Wives Of Fliers Are Not Worried Over Atlantic Hop

Mrs Bert Acosta says she is not anxious about the America flight to Paris. She believes the voyage is scientifically planned and notes her husband has long worked in aircraft development. She and her sons will monitor radio reports from Garden City hotel as the Byrd expedition proceeds.

James L Keugallen International Mewa Service Roosevelt Field Mineola In. Y Atlantic Thia Bert Acosta Byrd Paria America Miselon Acosts Bert, Jr Allyn Juce Eha Parig Paris Mia Garden City George O. Neville Lieut. Neville

Complete Count Of Ballots Cast For New Castle Chamber Election

Complete count shows five thousand ballots cast for the New Castle Chamber of Commerce nominations. Twenty four men named for board seats, with final election to be held soon by a selection committee. Voters arrived from Canton Van dergrift Pittsburgh and Youngstown for a park picnic at Cascade Park.

Cas‘tle Chamber of Commerce Mesars John. A. Butler John Bevan Crawford A. i Hs Andrews George D. Blair, Jr Walter’. W. Braham F. Butler Yohn A.butler Jamea A- Chambers D. L. Cola Eb, Elliott P. J. Flaherty J. Clyde Gilfillan Henry Goldberg Thomas H.hartman John HH

Army fliers ready for nonstop flight to Hawaii

From Rockwell field in San Diego California Lieut Lester K Maitland and Albert F Hegettberger prepared to depart at 6 30 a m in a Fokker monoplane for Bay Farm Island Oakland en route to the Hawaiian Islands The venture may include a landing at Crissey field San Francisco as a stopping point on the non stop attempt by army fliers

International News Service Diego Cal Fcera Rockwell Field Lieuta. Lester. K. Maitland Albert F.hegettberger Fokker Bay’ Farm Island Oakland Hawaiian Islands Army Tyers Crissey Field San Francisco

Summer, the season and its quirks in a baffling essay

A readers’ scribbled critique on the concept of summer, noting the calendar date of June 21 and deriding attempts at flowery prose. It ridicules a proposed article on summer’s charms while poking at social behavior and attire associated with the season.

Presbyterian Gtt

Man Drowns In Allegheny River Teaching Swim

Olu CITY Pa June 25 The first swimming lesson of the season ended in tragedy when Henry Tarr died while teaching Mrs Donna Swartz Apt Titusville to swim in the Allegheny River near here Witnesses say Tarr was pulled under by the frightened instructor and both disappeared The woman was revived by a pul motor boat six miles upriver Coroner Osenider and rescue crews recovered Tarr's body about a half hour later Two other swimmers in the party could not swim and watched in distress

International News Service Olu City Henry Tarr

Death of Elizabeth Bennett at 74 in Harrison Street area

Mrs. Elizabeth Bennett died at age 74 with residence listed on Harrison Street. James Honna, aged 04, is noted in county records. Authorities filed the death notice in the county domo system.

Elizabeth Bennett Harrison James Honna County Domo

Fliers Eager To Span Pacific May Get Started Today

A tri contest to fly across the Pacific begins with the army Fokker tri motor plane ready at Oakland for takeoff toward San Diego, the navy entering a Pearl Harbor single seater, and a civilian entry by Ernest Smith a veteran air mail pilot. Howard Grace is noted as a wave reservist and the Oakland airport team rushes final prep for a possible takeoff within 72 hours.

Ellis A Martin International News Serview San Francisco Pacific Army Navy San Diego Oakland Honolulu Pearl Harbor Naval Base Howard Grace F Ernest Smith

Mackaye Trial Nears Conclusion

Dorothy Mackaye faces a verdict after the jury hears final testimony in the case linked to the death of Ray Raymond during a crime of passion connected to Paul Kell. The trial centers on the “knuckle kissing” scheme and Mackaye’s role with Kell and the injured party. Closing arguments are set for Monday afternoon in Los Angeles.

Santernaie Los Angeles Dorothy Mackaye Paul Kell San Quentin Penitentiary Ray Raymond Raymond Kelly Miss Macklove

A Gypsy Dreamer Seeks Escape From Daily Duties

The narrator longs for travel and freedom away from work, picturing seaside days and distant lands. He prefers adventures on shore or road, wishing for companions and lighter worries, but remains tied to the daily routine and a busy typewriter. The speaker laments the ordinary grind and the lack of escape today.

China Ald Cthay

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