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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1929
Page
2
Fragmented readout describes a local crash scene with injuries and disrupted areas. Names and precise roles are unclear, but the report notes scattered damage and ongoing emergency response affecting residents and businesses.
Readers report road closures and detours around New Castle and Ellwood City as Fourth of July preparations begin. Local industries employ about a hundred workers producing fireworks while Bridge repairs and new voting machine talks stir regional activity.
Local officials in Lawrence Begver and Butler counties prepare a crackdown on violations of the Fourth of July law. Farmers pool wool on Moravia Street as New Castle students head to summer courses nationwide. A damaged North Jeff street area remains unrepaired and traffic is diverted by a planned bridge near Cascade Park.
Fire swept through a hardware store causing rapid spreading flames to engulf the building. Firemen from the first and second units battled the blaze in the early morning hours. Mrs. Ritchie of 507 Canyon Street reported a woman selling pictures who allegedly stole money from her home. Officers Longstreth and Criswell investigated.
London June 1 a Japanese signator to the Kellogg pact resigned as privy counsellor today according to exchange telegraph. Moorhead of York is the guest of Mrs J C Norris of West Washington street.
Senate debates the Smoot tariff plan as White House ties its fate to presidential approval. The proposed collar-rate would be the lowest sugar tariff in memory, with Cuban and Philippine sugar priced to reduce the gap. The House bill permits Cuban sugar free entry with a 240 per hundred weight levy on other imports, a shift aimed at balancing prices while the Smoot schedule hints at variable rates tied to U.S. prices. The finance committee plans to release the full schedule later this week as hearings proceed.
A proposed extension to include Dormont Wilkinsburg Duquesne and Clarion failed to reach the required two thirds in several communities despite strong local support. The combined result left Pittsburgh unable to expand its city boundaries over a broader 176 square miles, with mixed local sentiment and a narrow overall defeat.
London reports the British aircraft carrier Eagle continues searching for missing Spanish aviators after a thorough coast search west of Spain proved fruitless. The carrier carries numerous planes to extend reconnaissance over wide areas.
Funeral services for Charles B Broadbent were from his Volant home May 23 1930. Interment at Volant Cemetery. pallbearers included John Reed Charlie Garr Audley Carr Samuel Cooper and others. Rev. Bergitrs led.
Dr Tindley visits for addresses amid a midweek prayer service held across churches. The feature includes a special evening program with selections by a colored choir and aims to unite congregations, highlighting the prominent minister's forthcoming visit from Philadelphia to New Castle.
W. E. Horner of 212 West Amadlaon Avenue reports to police that his 1928 sedan, Pennsylve cense B 33 620, was stolen in Ping Lake Ohio. He asks authorities to patrol for the car.
A jumble of queries asks about a World War position and constitutional amendments plus mythology and astronomy topics. It lists names and roles such as Col Fleury and various military and church figures, ending with a stray biblical reference and a star puzzle.
Twin brothers at the University of Minnesota astonish instructors with unusual behavior amid a unclear report. Details note students and staff confusion while administrators seek explanation and guidance from the campus community.
The editor revisits an earlier chain and cane item, reflecting on its history and relevance to current notes. The piece notes a shift back to familiar practices and signals a cautious reengagement with traditional tools and routines.
Fragmentary text reports calls for the emperor to sign the Kellogg pact amid乱 rumors and political tension. References to brothers and suspicions suggest a political dispute connected to international agreements.
A fragmentary line hints at a past event with unclear actors. Names and specifics are unreadable, leaving only a vague sense of confusion and partial recollection.
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