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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1929
Page
11
A historical column lists hazards linked to Independence Day including fireworks related injuries drownings and heat deaths. It notes 229 deaths on a Fourth Day period with about five from stray bullets and other gun related incidents and highlights heat related fatalities as a major factor.
Akron June 28 Gary Calders of 250 Harmis Court Akron risked his life to save a five year old Cuyahoga Falls boy from electrocution at the Silver Lake transformer station of Northern Ohio Power and Light Co. The boy crawled under high wire mesh near his home and touched a metal conductor. Calders ran to the enclosure and scaled the fence to reach the boy, rolling him to extinguish flames and then bringing him to Children’s Hospital.
Confederate veterans petitioned the legislature for a tobacco tax to fund pensions raising annual payments from 200 to 600 dollars. The request aims to provide broader support for veterans in a time of financial strain.
Chicago's Free School of Adult Education replaces the label Hobo College after objections from local businessmen. Dr. Ben Reitman, founder and head of the organization, leads the change to give the program a more respectable tone and public image.
Paul Cleckner aged 28 died at his home 191 Canton Street Greenville after an illness. Survived by sisters Mrs Sarah Gamble who shared his home and Mrs Margaret McMurren of Sedalia Missouri a niece Dorothy McMurren and two nephews Harry and Lawrence Gamble and sister Mrs Maude Johns of New Castle.
John G Quinlan Creigh a recent university graduate plans to tour Europe by bicycle. He will travel across to the east coast to board a freight ship for Europe and visit several European countries. He will be joined at Pats by David N Holmes of Bartle Creek Michigan.
Cincinnati dispatch reports Ralph Hi'4, retiring Gibson company manager, caused turmoil by firing the entire staff under him and then having successor Scherer rehiring everyone. The shuffle reestablished the workforce once more.
A historical report notes rising fatalities linked to motor car incidents in Kansas. The article cites growth in deaths and mentions related costs and worker impacts within the state.
Report from Camp Phillips details a large troop gathering with swimming under ideal conditions. Scouts aged 7 to 12 earned ranks and badges across disciplines such as woodwork, climbing, basketry, carpentry, and public health, with leaders noting teamwork and enthusiasm throughout the week.
Local notices report bathing suit parades in Cincinnati amid city events. Sparse readable details mention bars and public gatherings with seater arrangements and attendance notes unclear.
A garbled report notes discussions on reducing alcohol at hotel events. It mentions attendees, venues, and potential restrictions, but many names and details are unreadable.
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