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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1908
Page
2
Residents in Mahoningtown report persistent surface water in Tube Town after heavy rains due to partially faulty sewers. The issue lingers in the upper district despite the new Mahoning Avenue storm sewer. Health authorities are working to fix the drainage, with Kilkenny facing similar swampy conditions.
The piece discusses how birds both harm and help farming, noting that census work by the agriculture department tracks bird populations and their effects. It argues birds eat pests and parasites, with crows and blackbirds aiding crops while woodpeckers remove wood borers and insects, changing farmers’ views on bird value.
Lawrence county dairymen report the hay crop as the largest in years ensuring cheap feed for livestock and automobiles. Apple yields look strong, cider avoids wormy fruit, and apple butter may feature in daily spreads. Wheat colors and corn growth prompt farmers to expect a robust harvest by July. A Shenango township farmer notes corn rising from eight inches to over two feet in a week.
Letters from E C Eisenbrey of 126 Market Street Philadelphia and Rev G G Rose of 21 K Johnson Street Germantown describe relief from liver and bladder troubles. They credit Cann's Kidney Remedy with improved health, better sleep, and restored vitality after years of suffering.
Prospect and Allegheny City guests visit relatives across Muddy Creek and New Castle. families like the Grossmans Bowers Edmundstons and Ralstons are mentioned with travel, outings, and autos. Local residents travel to Butler for examinations while others share tales of car rides and village ties.
A 1-year-old, Paul Sutton, who had been unconscious at the city hospital since May 22 after being struck by a car, briefly moved and murmured for his mother while his parents discussed a death report. Doctors call the case remarkable though his condition remains precarious.
New York June. Raynor Storss-Wells heir to Fairbanks Scale fortunes faces a $100000 breach of promise suit from Miss May Maloney, a Yankee Prince chorus girl. He is serving in the U S Navy in the Philippines after secretly marrying Irene Bishop following years of opposition. The case may settle out of court.
The Odd Fellows of Mercer county announce a July 24 ox roast at Roseville park directed by Grove City lodge. Proceeds go to the Wayside Inn in Grove City, a home for aged people. All lodges and members are invited to attend this county wide event.
William J. Hartzell sells to Samantha Wahl in First ward for 900 dollars. Adda C. Rose transfers to William M. Carpenter in Fourth ward for 533.50. Thomas A. Gartle sells to John Cowley in Shenango for 5 000 dollars. William J. Emery sells to Robert W. Weller in Fourth ward for 100. S. James Callahan sells to Theodore C. Robbins in Third ward for 3 000. Pennsylvania Savings and Loan Association sells to Ann James in Fifth ward for 1 300.
Attorney R. L. Wallace has broken ground for two brick houses on the east side of Wallace avenue. R. L. McNabb is building three houses on Albert street. W. H. Grove is erecting an eight roomed house on Edison avenue near Highland. John W. Philpot bought a lot on Richelieu avenue and will begin a fine brick residence.
Reverend W J Brandon preached at Harrisville. Laura Bailey visits her brother E H Bailey. Gill Shannon and family welcome a baby boy. Mrs Jacob Niblock returns from Butler visit. Mary McLean of East Liverpool visits Mrs J L Christie. Clarence Milliman and Mary Spence of Butler visit Mr and Mrs Charles Guiney. Andy Watson and Patterson of Shilo visit Thomas and Arch Watson. N P Bish of Chagrin Falls with Delbert and Alton Bish visit friends in Pittsburgh and Alvy West Virginia. W O S and M E church gatherings draw strong crowds.
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