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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1926
Page
1
The Mellon-Berenger debt accord now before Congress faces sharp opposition as France’s Finance Minister Caillaux signals possible new negotiations. Officials in Washington expect a tough Senate battle, with ratification unlikely if Paris reopens talks.
Charles Gerald Marshall aged 21 of Perry township was struck by lightning while crossing a field near his home on Saturday afternoon. His dog was killed by the same bolt. The bodies were found by his father James Marshall about an hour after the storm.
The New Castle area marks the interconnection of Western Pennsylvania and eastern Ohio power systems. A dinner at New Brighton, Pa., will honor the tie between Penn Ohio and Duquesne Light, completing a fourteen mile transmission link and forming a regional ring with Ohio Public Service, Ohio Power and West Penn. Officials and 26 guests will travel by motor coach for the event highlighting a major energy milestone.
Authorities search for reason behind Nora Renwick 30s nurse killing Norman Hewitt 50 bachelor then taking her own life in the Hewitt Lake Forest family home. Revolver found in Renwick hand. police probe medical ties and clippings hinting at a blighted romance.
Thirty three persons, both men and women of black and white race, were arrested early Sunday morning at Sarah Robinson’s residence in Chewton Wayne township during a raid by County Detective George S. Kennedy and officers. They faced disorderly conduct charges before Justice J. M. Howell and posted forfeits for evening appearance. The operation drew a large crowd and some escapes via windows as officers moved to process the arrestees.
Chicago reports the death of Joseph Friandafilasutoulos, owner of a shoe shine stand. His passing makes front page news due to his record long name in the city.
The News asks readers if the old fountain in the public square has any present value after years as a horse drinking place. No responses were received, and the paper presumes the fountain has served its day and traffic obstruction may be reduced by removing it.
New Castle soloists dominated the annual Eisteddfod held Saturday at Raven Wood Hall in Youngstown C. with top prizes for Lew Badger Doris Badger Bertha Taylor Joan Lawton and Anna Patterson earning praise from adjudicators Dr Hollis Dann of New York and Dr A B Vogt of Toronto. Winners cited include boys and girls under eight and under ten plus under 16 and under 18 piano solo. The event drew strong local attendance and judges urged a local chorus in future contests.
Washington reports a tense stretch to adjournment with a split Congress. The farm bloc rebels against Coolidge over the Fess farm loans bill and the McNary Haugen defeat fuels plans to block half way measures. A rivers and harbor bill faces a threatened filibuster while a vote on farm legislation looms.
Gary Indiana June 28 International News Service Lew Goldman prominent young building contractor married and father of two is dead by his own hand Irene Anderson neighbor in a two year clandestine affair she says Goldman forced her to drink poisoned wine then drank from the bottle himself he died an hour later she may recover
Five young women appear in two piece bathing suits with vests tucked inside trunks and are ordered to appear in a Coney Island court on charges of improper attire. The verdict will decide if mermaids may disport in masculine uniform at the famous resort this summer.
Paris report says Finance Minister Caillaux opposes several Berenger Mellan features and backs tying debt settlement to new American credits. He favors a safeguard clause and ending the negotiability clause while proposing Maurice Bokanowski head a new debt mission to seek credits alongside settlement. Le Soir notes steps for a new U S mission but with reservations.
New Castle marks the 150th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with a formal week long observance. Flags are urged to be displayed daily from sunrise to sunset through Monday, with a 11 o'clock signal noting the start of the week and 1 5 1 fire bells.
Public records show marriage licenses issued in Wampum Pennsylvania to George Britton and Katherine Moran, both of Wampum, with other entries including Kent Ohio residents and New Castle couples Lillie Nora McNeill and Gabriel Clark. Details indicate multiple filings with local offices.
June 28 Philadelphia National Education Association begins business sessions after patriotic and religious services. Miss Mary McSkimmon of Brookline, Mass., president, presides. Dr William Mather Lewis of George Washington University is principal speaker. William McAndrews of Chicago schools to speak on Sunday.
Treasury officials announced a major federal crackdown on liquor, led by Gen. L. C Andrews, starting soon after July 1. About 4,000 officials and agents will form the land forces, supported by the coast guard and customs, marking the biggest mobilization since the eighteenth amendment. The current force stands at 3,290 men.
Police probe into a bold morning holdup at 1830 Moravia Street yields clues traced to Beaver Falls. The Samuel Levin store loss was 3846.44 dollars insured by National Surety Company. A car tied to the crime was abandoned and later recovered by Louis Goldstein at the Manor Garage in Pittsburgh.
In Uniontown Pennsylvania over the weekend Mary Savage 15 of Farmington died in Uniontown hospital after being struck while crossing near her home. Angelo Decando of Oliver suffered deep head lacerations when thrown into a car windshield to avoid a collision. Mrs Clarence Collier of Uniontown and Mrs Mack Kennedy of Dearth were treated in Uniontown hospital for bruises from a collision between their autos and another vehicle. Mr and Mrs Ralph Mason, son Willard and daughter Corrine of Columbus Ohio are guests of Mr and Mrs Fred P D March of Shaw Street.
Martins Ferry June 28 Dr C B Wingerd resigns as pastor of the First Presbyterian church to accept a call to the Central Presbyterian church in New Castle Pennsylvania. He will assume his new duties in September. Miss Dorothy Taylor won first honors in vocal solo for girls under fourteen at the Eisteddfod in Youngstown Saturday. She is twelve and praised for a promising voice.
Major William B. Wright Jr. testifies on the $250000 private law enforcement fund linked to Governor Pinchot as the Senate slush fund committee probes expenditures from Pennsylvania’s $3 million senatorial campaign. Attorney General Woodruff misses hearing to attend Yale Harvard race. Wright cites a 40 year old Yale victory as context.
Washington dispatch reports between 500 and 1,000 killed as floods hit the Leon district in Mexico. Thousands left homeless and hundreds unemployed. American Consul General Weddell requested relief assessment and dispatched an assistant to determine needs.
A speaker mocks the idea of taking vacations and argues that work ethic requires constant effort. Neighbors note the strain on Mrs. Clutts as Jason Clutts, a bolt seller, endures long hours and a sour demeanor. The piece suggests vacations could help his temper and outlook.
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