29 Jun 1911
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1911
Page
1
A reader advisory warns of firework hazards and safety practices for Independence Day celebrations. It notes that small Chinese firecrackers cause property damage, and rockets, sticks, and toy pistols pose severe risks including injuries and deaths. It urges preparations to prevent fires and protect the public.
The piece notes housewives and grocers debate tariff effects on sugar, claiming duty levels influence retail prices and competition. It contrasts high sugar duties with lower rates on cars, art, and diamonds and cites English sugar duties as a benchmark. It argues canners and jelly makers face higher costs, potentially harming U.S. market competition and consumer prices.
Thomas A. Edison selects a Silver Lake area site in Newark for two factories. One will produce storage battery automobiles, the other the Lyne railcar prototype linked to his Erie railroad experiments. Edison recently tested the system on his long first trip.
Mr and Mrs William B Coroyy, formerly leading figures in the 21st legal circle, have risen in Paris high society. They recently hosted a grand ball attended by prominent French families and cultural elites, marking their social prominence in the city.
Sharon, Pa June 28 Miles McDonald age years faced four hearings before Squire George Burn on charges of complicity in the robbery of Sabina Dunmire and Lzzie Vinton in Hickory township over two years ago. He pled not guilty and was bound over to court after identification by Wi Daly. McDonald, brought from Mercer Jail, was captured by Police Chiefs Williams and Jumea. Daly confessed to the robbery and urged prompt penitentiary terms. McDonald’s arrest followed a broader raid revealing threats and torture used to obtain money locations. Also arrested were Mike and George Hendes of Sharpsville for scrap iron theft. they await hearings in Mercer jail.
A Pennsylvania legislative session considers new divorce law aimed at ending fault based divorces and allocating prison earnings to families. Ward Bensall of Allegheny County backed proposed legislation, with support from the Associated Charities of Pittsburgh and a Philadelphia committee report on uniform state laws.
An unclear report notes Hedsara gaining media attention as a potential treatment for eczema and related skin conditions. It mentions possible uses, costs, and regulatory considerations while prioritizing safety and medical oversight.
Mr and Mrs B F Hughes of New Castle now Greenville report two Black Hand letters within 48 hours threatening to kidnap their children unless $100 is left on a front porch. The letters ask for $80 then $796 and name a vacant house nearby. Mrs Hughes fled with the children, Mr Hughes a hotel proprietor, and the case has been turned over to police.
Washington reports efforts to curb noise in the national capital. An Interstate Commerce Commission order targets screeching sounds from railroads, with police directed to enforce quiet across rights of way. Midnight revelers barred from whistling or any demonstrations. Also notes a birth, a daughter to Mr. and Mrs. David Byers of 44 Pittsburg Street.
A largely American delegation sails to the Brussels international steel conference set for July 6. Leading figures Gary and Farrell head the group from the American Iron & Steel Institute with directors and presidents from Cambria, Jones & Laughlin, Bethlehem, Lackawanna, Pennsylvania Steel, Youngstown Sheet and Tube, Lake Superior, Rogers Brown & Company, Pickands, Thur & Company, and others, plus J T McCleary as secretary.
The floating body recovered from the Greenville river has been identified as Harry Carroll of Geneva who had been missing for several months confirming the victim in the case. Local authorities stated the identification based on prior records and personal effects found with the body.
A dealer explains a fifty cent package of Dr Howard’s Specific for constipation and dyspepsia offered at half price with a money back guarantee. He claims hundreds have been sold with no returns, asserting the remedy provides quick relief for indigestion and related ailments and is now advertised in large cities.
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