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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1936
Page
2
New York Democrats believe Governor Lehman may change his mind about not seeking a third term despite the Draft Lehman ovation at the convention. Lehman praised Roosevelt for leadership, denounced Republicans as cruel and reactionary, and urged continued support for progressive measures and economic recovery.
A large crowd gathered at Franklin Field as President Roosevelt prepared to speak amid heavy security and traffic controls. Organizers expected tickets to sell out for the stadium event with radio and loudspeaker coverage. meteorological uncertainty could move the speeches indoors if showers arrive.
Charles Ponzi admitted his wife Rose has sued in Boston to end their marriage. He cited his inability to provide for her after prison as the reason, calling divorce a rational remedy versus a death pact. He said he realized something had to be done and divorce is the solution.
Realty transfers show Frank H. Shaffer to John S. Gaston in the first ward for $1. Aneila Brys to Joseph Brys in Union Township for $1. John P. Scully to Josephine Scully Baldaur in the fourth ward for $1. Mrs. Goldie R. Nevin to Dallas M. Veon Jr. in Slippery Rock Township for $2500. Carnegie-Illinois Steel Co. to John A. Panella in the eighth ward for $250.
North district Boy Scouts held a June court of honor at St. Pauls Evangelical Lutheran Church with Rev. A M Stump presiding. Tenderfoot to second class awards went to Peter Karidis Bill Paradise William Hufford Louis Kaiser. Second class to first class went to Henry Boron John Bunemann. Life Scout rank earned by Chauncey Schaller. Scoutmaster E D Hawk received approval for the scoutmaster key degree. Merit badge certificates went to Michael Wonner J Arthur Turek Harry Miles C W Schaller Joseph Ferris Second class merit badges awarded to Victor Emery Frank Senko Bob Hague First class merit badges to Robert Back Max Luikart Don Moore Crescenzo DeMatteis Nelle Rubeis Willis Campbell John Seko Alvie Stimple Chauncey Schaller Dick Stevenson Don Woodworth and Bob Miles.
The Castleton Rotary Club meets Monday at 12:15 to 1:30 p.m. with a program on hobbies led by Jake Rentz. Previous participation included a prize won by Frank Orth. Attendance make-ups listed for Al Thayer Orville Flora Fred Taylor and Clare Book at various locations.
The article notes Governor Landon and his daughter Peggy Anne, 19, at the ranch with Peggy Anne not fishing while Landon and Mrs. Landon pursue trout in Colorado. He plans more fishing at Grand Lake next week as he continues work on his acceptance speech.
Marriage license applications list individuals including I. Lee Peters and Margaret J. Hunter in Angola Ind. along with Samuel Slizenski of New Castle Ohio address 43 High St. and Josephine Sokoliski of 1709 S Jefferson St New Castle. Ruth A. White of North Beaver Two Lawrence Co. and William C. Strohecker of Little Beaver Twp. Lawrence Co.
The Democratic National Convention renominated Franklin D. Roosevelt by acclamation after a long session in which N. Garner of Texas moved the vice presidency and the two thirds rule was set aside. Governor Lehman of New York delivered a major seconding speech amid cheers and calls for his candidacy.
Strikes persist in France with demonstrations at Havre as police rescue the Italian consulate secretary in Dijon. He was beaten by protesters for wearing a Fascist badge, highlighting rising tensions between labor action and foreign representatives.
Premier Leon Blum's government moves to nationalize all munitions production in France, signaling control over weapons from revolvers to aircraft. Lebrun signs bills granting state ownership, while strikes and worker demands intensify nationwide amid this transformative policy.
Funeral services were held for Mrs. Ida Peeples at her Shenango township residence with Rev. Dr. J. A. Galbraith presiding. Interment followed in Slippery Rock cemetery. Mrs. Stella Wolheter, 51, of 823 Sutton Street, died after a long illness. Funeral at her home Monday at 2:30 p.m. with Rev. W W Sniff officiating. burial at Oak Park cemetery.
On Friday at 2 pm funeral services for Carl Ferrigno of 609 Sennett Street were conducted at the residence with Rev. Richard Owrey officiating. Pallbearers included Tony Perrett Peter Camuso Patsy Sheldone and James Ross. Interment followed in Greenwood Cemetery.
Mrs. Tamson Billig aged 87 widow of Henry Billig died at her daughter’s home in Shenango Greenville after a fall caused a broken hip. Interment is in Greenville cemetery. Mrs. Ruth E Reed aged 55 died at her East Washington street home after a long illness. Funeral services Monday at 2 30 p m at the home of her sister in Englewood avenue with Dr C H Heaton officiating. Interment at Baptist cemetery in Harlansburg.
Lady Wilkins expresses fears for Sir Hubert Wilkins as the Wyatt Earp sails toward Norway with a ten man crew including a wireless operator. The New York coast guard asks vessels to watch for the Wyatt Earp after no radio contact since June 17 when the party departed. The explorer planned to reach Norway and then proceed to England for a submarine Arctic expedition.
The article notes a Diamond emblem seen on the scene while a North Carolina plate with a black background and green numerals appears on East Street. Florida plate bearing car is parked at The News office. Nearby, a bricklayer Massie finds an 1893 New Castle News hidden in a fireplace during a remodel on Wallace and North Mercer. A cream taxi cab convoy draws attention downtown and crops endure drought as harvest nears. Battery B Reunion Association activities and tin mill picnic bring crowds.
David Simm Jr aged 17, a novice seaman and third mate on the S. S. Exeter of the American Export Line, vanished under mysterious circumstances at sea. His father, David Simm, superintendent of the Lewis M. Gibb estate, disclosed the disappearance in Glen Head, New York.
Hunter reveals more than 2500 drought relief projects are under consideration to conserve flood waters for summer use and employ men on permanent value works. Cash loans will aid cattlemen to feed starving livestock as scattered showers fail to ease the parched region. Highs reach over 100 in multiple cities including Boise Des Moines and Omaha.
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