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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1910

Page

10

Desperado Joe Identified Yet Not in Lynn Morgue

In Lynn Mass on June 27 the slain desperado known only as Joe remains unidentified in the morgue after aiding in the killings of shoe manufacturer Landregan and Policeman Carroll. Andy Alison, wounded, lies in the hospital and may die. Wasili Ivankowski, wounded yet alive, is jailed in Salem. A grand jury will be impaneled for a speedy trial.

United Press Lynn Mass Desperado Thomas A. Landregan James Carroll Wasili Ivankowski Salem

Electrified Fairmont & Pittsburg Railroad Plans

A proposed electric trunk line to run into Pittsburg over the Wabash-Pittsburg tracks within 18 months aims to tap rich lands and coal deposits between Pittsburg and Fairmont West Virginia. The Fairmont & Pittsburg Railroad Co. would be capitalized at 1 million dollars with a 5 million bond issue. Wabash to electrify from Bridgeville to Pittsburg. W M Laws of New York serves as president.

United Press Pittsburg Fairmont W. Va Wabash Fairmont & Pittsburg Railroad Co Bridgeville W. M. Laws New York

Washington County Gentry Push Tener Conventio n Contenders

In Harrisburg Republicans nominate Tener to head the state ticket and Washington County leaders press for conferees and a strong slate. Miners and coal interests urge Carothers for congress, warning against appointing Beaver or Lawrence counties if district interests are to be safeguarded.

Carothers Beaver Lawrence Congress

Georgia Desperado Bostwick Shot by Posse

W. H. Bostwick, who had killed two policemen and wounded three others before barricading himself in a house near Ocilla, Georgia, was killed by a posse after hours of battle. Several possemen were wounded in the confrontation.

United Press Atlanta W. H. Bostwick Ocilla Bostwick

Harry Monroe to Speak at Cascade Park Tonight

Mission worker Harry Monroe, renowned for his community service, will address the Mens leagues and motherhoods of city churches at Cascade Park tonight. The visit was confirmed Saturday with a brief window for his appearance, likely around supper time.

Harry Monroe Cascade Park Mr. Monroe

Youngstown Boy 11 Fatally Burned in Bonfire Accident

Edgar Gartland aged 11 was severely burned Saturday while playing Indian as his clothing caught from a bonfire. He died from his injuries.

Edgar Gartland Youngstown

Teachers to Attend Erie State Convention

Prof. J. M. Hughes of Home Street School, County Superintendent J. L. Gilmore, and City Superintendent T. A. Kimes will leave Tuesday to attend the state teachers convention in Erie.

J. M. Hughes Home Street School J. L. Gilmore T. A. Kimes Erie

Seed Buckwheat For Sale By J. L. Patton

Classification notice for buckwheat seed sale by J. L. Patton located on the New Castle and Wilmington road R. F. D. No. 3. 26613.

J. L. Patton New Castle and Wilmington Road

Balloons Spark Wide Public Excitement Across Towns

Fourth of July balloons used for advertising drew crowds in New Castle and nearby towns. Certificates attached to the air bags triggered races for prizes, with one blank and others recovered amid mishaps and injuries. In Mercer and New Wilmington crowds gathered as balloons drifted across rivers and skylights, proving a top advertising feature.

New Castle New Brighton Beaver River Beaver Falls Youngstown Mercer New Wilmington Sharon Ellwood City

Porfirio Diaz Re-elected President of Mexico

Mexico City June 27 Porfirio Diaz age 80 has been re-elected president for six years. Ramon Corral also re-elected as vice president and secretary of interior, ensuring the Diaz policy continues.

United Press Mexico City Porfirio Diaz Mexico Republic Ramon Corral Diaz

Survey Slippery Rock Creek for U S Geological Map

Seven United States government geological engineers are surveying Slippery Rock Creek for the national geological map. They followed the creek, noting formations and terrain, and expect to finish this week. Local excitement includes talk of a possible streetcar line.

United States Slippery Rock Creek Slippery Rock

War veteran visits old comrades in city

James W. Clarke, once a 16 year old Union soldier in Co. K Roundhead, now living in Washington DC with much time spent in Colorado, renews ties with former comrade Col J S DuShane in the city. Clarke recalls his memory of youth and size during the war and his later sturdy build.

James W. Clarke Co. K. Roundhead Regiment North Beaver Township Mr. Clarke Washington, D. C Colorado Clarke J.S. DuShane

Carnegie Steel Officials At Outing At Conneaut Lake

Carnegie Steel superintendents and local residents joined a Sunday outing to Conneaut Lake via a caravan from Sharon. The group dined at Conneaut hotel and enjoyed boating and resort amusements during a quiet day.

Carnegie Steel Conneaut Lake Carnegie Steel Company Sharon Conneaut Hotel Oursler John §. Oursler Gram Curtis A. W. Urmson Hartsuff O. J. H. Hartsuff McCleary Charles F. Steelstrom Hilborn C. H. Hilborn G. A. Rigby Davenport Ray

Roosevelt Sorts Africa Trophy Collection at Sagamore Hill

Ex president Roosevelt spent the morning knee deep in his African trophies at Sagamore Hill disposing of skins hides and birds. Col Roosevelt supervised unpacking and he prepared for a Cambridge trip. It was reported no definite plans yet for a Taft Hughes Roosevelt Beverly meeting.

United Press Oyster Bay N. Y Roosevelt Africa Sagamore Hill Col Cambridge Taft Hughes Beverly

Taft's Son Injures Man In Beverly Auto Crash

Robert Taft eldest son of President Taft ran down Michael Thisthwalla an Italian injuring him badly as he crossed Pride's crossing while Taft and companions traveled slowly to due road repairs. Thisthwella suffered a probable skull fracture and head wounds and was taken to Beverly hospital.

United Press Beverly Mass Robert Taft Taft Michael Thisthwalla George Harrison Washington Randall King Minneapolis Burgess Point Pride's Crossing Thisthwella Beverly Hospital

Indian in War Paint Scares Woman to Death

In New York a woman, holding an infant, was frightened by a live Apache in full war paint and feathers at a Harlem moving picture show. The sight, shown on stage with a spotlight, caused her to go into convulsions and she lies dying at Harlem Hospital.

New York Harlem Hospital Third Avenue Theatre

Black bear halts Lehigh Valley train in Pennsylvania

In Wilkes-Barre on June 27 a large black bear slept on the tracks delaying a Lehigh Valley train. Engineer Miller stopped the locomotive just in time as the bear woke, tore up dirt and stones, struck the engine, and fled up a steep embankment into the forest.

Wilkes-Barre Lehigh Valley Miller

Five Girls Graduate From Highland Church Sunday Evening

Five young ladies from Miss Lucille Van Gorder's Sunday school class at Highland United Presbyterian church completed the Teachers' Training course with credit. Diplomas were presented by PPL Craig, superintendent, to Amelia Reynolds Mary McMillen Shaffer Edna Sampson Ruth Welsh and Margarette McKee.

Lucille van Gorder Highland United Presbyterian Church Ppl Craig Amelia Reynolds Mary McMillen Shaffer Edna Sampson Ruth Welsh Margarette McKee

Matthews May Be A Candidate

Mr. Matthews said he is not a candidate but has been interviewed by leading Republicans. He praised Mr. Johnson and would be glad to see him nominated. Republicans fear a candidate with influence over John K. Tener. If Johnson fails, Matthews may announce himself as an active candidate.

Matthews Mr. Johnson John K. Tener Charleroi Johnson

Tragic Car Crash Claims Abel in St Louis

In St Louis on June 27 Robert O. Abel, 24, was burned to death after his automobile overturned and burned. Two friends riding with him were severely injured and unable to help, a passerby tried to rescue Abel but the heat forced him back.

ST. Louis Robert O. Abel Abel

Police Seek Three Pittsburg Boys Missing From New Castle

New Castle police yesterday asked to locate three boys two believed runaways Clyde Robinson and Chuck Logan were reported missing while officials also sought ten year old Thomas Straw who is missing and thought to be in danger.

New Castle Clyde Robinson Chuck Logan Thomas Straw

Kimberly auto ran too fast charged in township

W. S. Benning, driver of the Kimberly automobile, was arrested yesterday by Constable R. E. Speer of Hickory township for exceeding the speed limit. The defendant pleaded not guilty and gave bail for a hearing before Alderman Morrison tomorrow.

W. S. Benning Kimberly R. E. Speer Hickory Township Alderman Morrison

Mrs O H P Brown Ill After Heat At Home

Friends learn Mrs O H P Brown of North Mercer street is seriously ill after being overcome by heat while at her brother's home in Grant street Sunday evening She is improving today at her residence A small fire at the new courthouse in Mercer caused excitement Saturday with little damage as straw near terra cotta brick caught fire and was quickly extinguished

O. H. P. Brown North Mercer Street Grant Street New Court House Mercer

Children Must Exercise to Stay Healthy

Outdoor games offer strong exercise for children while keeping their interest. Brisk walks help, but include simple calisthenics to strengthen the chest. Have children stretch arms front to back and overhead while teaching deep breathing.

Lost Cat Guides Man Through Crooked Boston Streets

In a humorous exchange Mr Penn and M Hubb joke about Boston’s maze like streets. A tale of instruction and misdirection ends with the man admitting he would have failed to return home without following a cat after trying to dispose of an old pet.

Mr. Penn Boston M. Hubb

Wedding Tour Hinted By Mrs Mudge Daughter

Mrs Mudge mentions a daughter will wed and go on a wedding tour. Observers remark the match is unexpectedly “high life” for the union.

Informal Tea Honors Two Smith College Friends

Elizabeth Jameson hosts an informal tea at her North Jefferson street home this afternoon from 3 to 5. The event honors two Smith college friends Miss Wilmot and Miss Abbott.

Smith College Wilmot Abbott Elizabeth Jameson North Jefferson Street

Miss Florence Waldron Returns From Ohio Visit

Miss Florence Waldron arrived Saturday evening after a six weeks stay with relatives in Ohio. She accompanies her friend Miss Edytha Campbell who will stay in New Castle for several weeks.

Florence Waldron Ohio Edytha Campbell New Castle

Sale on Unbleached and Bleached Turkish Towels

Bargains listed for unbleached and bleached Turkish Towels with fringe and hemmed finishes. Prices range from 8c to 25c with regular values noted and sales specials at multiple small denomination amounts.

Toweling and Linen Crashes at Special Prices

Linen items including unbleached Crash with blue border at 44 cents per yard and all pure linen unbleached Crash at 74 cents. Bleached linen with red border at 64 cents. Ten pieces extra heavy all pure linen bleacher bowling with red border and white at 12 cents.

Huck Towels at Low Prices in Various Hemmed Styles

Advertises low prices on Huck towels in multiple sizes and qualities. Items include 14x28 inch towels at 5 cents, 15x31 at 8 cents, 41 white towels with red border at 10 to 12 percent off, and 18x36 linen towels at 19 cents with red or figure borders.

Dresser Scarfs and Squares Sale Announcement

Beginning tomorrow we offer a big selection of linen Battenberg Lace Embroidery trimmed and Filet Lace dresser scarfs and squares. Some items are slightly soiled previously priced at 69¢ 89¢ and 98¢ now marked down to 49¢.

Pilgrim Probes Love as Harp-Strummed Dream Ends in Sober Parable

A wandering minstrel seeks a perfect beloved with ideal traits. An old pilgrim counters that such a mate does not exist on earth and urges him to seek a silent, plain, faithful partner in heaven. The tale resolves in a cautionary moral about unattainable romance.

Singapore Sets World Trade Record Per Capita

Singapore records a trade value of £40,000 and £900 yearly, equating to £80 per inhabitant compared with £20 per person in Great Britain, London Tit-Bita.

Singapore Great Britain London

Square hole boring by rolling cutter on square guide

The piece explains a method to bore a square hole by a cylindrical shank with a centered cutter rolling along a square guide. As the wheel-like shank travels straight, the cutter traces a straight line while rotating, forming an equal square with slight rounded corners at transitions.

An Appreciated Distraction Quip From The Washington Star

A humorous remark contrasts the automobile with a fast horse and bicycle as a “comfortable citizen” notes police focus shifting away from him and his son. The quote highlights public attitudes toward cars and mobility from the Washington Star.

Washington Star

Rupture Rumors Loom Over Taft Roosevelt Power Struggle

At the capitol today the split between Taft and Roosevelt surfaces as Hughes weighs risk. Friends say Hughes, if forced a nomination, would face a machine backed slaughter at the polls, while Roosevelt and Taft behind him could change the game. The 1912 scene swirls around the governors head as political buzz continues.

Hughes Roosevelt Taf

Daily News Mail Subscriptions Available

The Daily News offers mail subscriptions outside New Castle with pickup at The News office for non-delivery zones. Delivery can be arranged to any address in the United States or Canada with advance payment.

Vance United States Canada

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McCulloch & CO Mimpn Fairmont and Pittsburg Railroad Company Supreme Gall OF Washington County Georgia Iores East Washington St Slipperyrock Creek U. S. Geological J. S. DuShane James W. Clark Teddy Bilthough Black Bear Leigh Y R. S. McCulloch G CO Pittsburg Street Washington Street Troubadour Roosevel
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