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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1941
Page
6
The council rejected bids for a new police department auto and instructed drafting of specifications. City Clerk to issue new bids, while the mayor Charles B. Mayne seeks a car capable of apprehending speeders.
A long list of residents and families from South Mercer street Franklin avenue and various nearby streets are visiting in New York City traveling to Philadelphia and Atlantic City. The notes include registrations at hotels and homes of relatives with frequent returns from trips and attendances at events. Numerous named individuals and family relations are stated with places such as Hancock Street Highland avenue Croton avenue and West Washington Street.
Members of the 1934 club gathered at various homes including the Flinner residence on Hillcrest Avenue for social games with Five Hundred as the chief diversion. High score prizes went to Mrs. Edward Fritchard and Clyde Ste. Several upcoming entertainments were noted at local houses on Garfield Avenue Sankey Street and Leasure Avenue. Social clubs and lunches were also reported with members of the N. B. B. club and C. A. Girls hosting events and bridge games. A study group of Ha cassah andColonels of Jewish Women met as planned, with future meetings noted.
Mrs. Jesse Joseph hosted the Emanon club on Edison avenue with special guests Mrs. William Jinks and Pauline Zeigler. Prizes went to Mrs. Andrew Sergeant, Mrs. Edward Linton, and galloper Mrs. James Allen. Mrs. Davis Harlan helped serve lunch as plans for a Cascade Park picnic were made for a future date.
Chapter 105 of the Order of the Eastern Star held its annual picnic at Cascade Park on Wednesday evening with Mrs. WH Hood in charge. A deli dinner followed by contests and park amusements featured the event.
An advertisement claims 8.8.8 Tonle rebuilds blood strength and digestive function for those with illness or poor appetite. It touts improved energy, better digestion, and restored color in cheeks, urging regular use with dairy. Historical tone emphasizes scientific backing and many users’ praise.
The W. C. T. U. and L. T. L. meeting at United Presbyterian church featured opening songs, a recitation, and an address by Prof. Frank Burton. A social lunch for 75 followed. The group schedules a July 8 annual business meeting at Achsah Brenneman’s home with a tureen lunch. An Almira Home power mission day program included talks, musical solos, and a temperance service. The union plans a July 28 picnic at Mrs. Howard Magill’s home on Garfield avenue at 12:30 PM.
Calvary Presbyterian will host Rev T C Henderson at 7 45 PM for a preparatory service before Sunday communion at 11 AM. Second U P Church offers preparatory services with Rev J T Vorhiss at 7 45 PM. Dr Robert Meade Patterson of Central Presbyterian preaches Friday evening. Oak Grove No 2 plans summer communion on Sunday June 20 at 10 30 AM with Bible school at 11 30 AM.
An old Kellner style ad touts Kruschen Salts as a home fat loss method priced for women. It promises energy, attractiveness, and quick results with a daily teaspoon in water before breakfast, while urging dietary changes and product purchases through retailers like New Castle and Eckerd's.
At the Booker T Washington Community Center women met in the club room to elect officers including Anna King president and Margaret Sheppard vice president. Beulah Martin supervised refreshments. A kiddies party is planned for Friday morning and a Church of God In Christ musical program with a Houston quintet is set for Monday evening.
Mr and Mrs Oscar Allison of BR F D No 1 welcome a son born June 25 in Jameson Memorial hospital. Mr and Mrs Leroy J Knight of RF D No 11 announce a son born June 25 in Jameson Memorial hospital. Dr and Mrs D L Perry of Leasure avenue announce a son born June 26 in Jameson Memorial hospital. Mr and Mrs John Fulena of 218 East Dutton street announce a son born June 25 in New Castle hospital. Mr and Mrs James 8 Dygert of 418 Himstreet announce a daughter born June 25 in New Castle hospital.
Petroleum Coordinator Ickes urged U S tanker operators to maximize ship efficiency to relieve the Atlantic shortage. He called for thorough daily performance reviews and faster hauling of oil and gasoline from west to east amid a 50-tanker transfer to aid Britain reducing eastern supplies.
Harrisburg June 26 The selective service system headquarters telegraphed Governor James that volunteers not yet inducted who turned 21 since October 16 1940 and before July 1 1941 must register on July 2. The registration does not affect their local board status. Old registration cards and certificates will be filed in the registrant’s file. Dr William Mather Lewis directed Pennsylvania local boards to handle the July 1 registration.
City council and WPA officials conferred in city hall today concerning slowing the city WPA program. It was reported WPA has been ordered to cut 30 percent across all branches, affecting employment and related work.
The city was asked to supply additional equipment for faster progress. Conn ed will discuss the request. ST JOSEPHS SODALITY There will be a meeting of the Young Ladies sodality of St Josephs on Friday evening at oclock in the club rooms. The News by Mail for 1 Vert. 5.00.
A brief item notes a nurse showing some improvement while a discovery of about 700 batteries is reported. The fragment suggests health status and a large battery find but lacks specifics on place or event.
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