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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1959
Page
3
The Ralph Myers Contracting Co of Pitcairn won the Buller By-Pass contract with a bid of 4 762 862, the lowest of two bids received. Construction begins as planned, with the project expected to improve traffic flow in the area.
Miami based report says 21 year old Saudi Arabian prince burned himself after pouring coffee pot fuel and gas on his body. He spoke of a cancer death of a girl from an Arabian magazine, asked why she had to die so young, and died soon after from burns. The prince was a son of former King Saud and brother to the current king. The body was flown to Saudi Arabia. The firing youth was treated by Dr Hanna at the scene.
Reverend Renwick and Mrs. Albert Renwick were honored at Kings Chapel Church in a farewell program led by Jay White. The event featured humorous reminiscences, congregational testimonials, a cash gift from the congregation, group singing, organ and piano accompaniment, and a reception. Renwick was recently transferred to East Brady by the Methodist Erie Conference.
Robert Christopher, 98, of Butles Ra, HD 6, was admitted to Ney Castle Hospital on June 28 at 3 30 pm. He sustained second and third degree burns to the right arm abdomen and lower leg while pouring gasoline on a charcoal grill at home. His condition is fairly good.
The state seeks judgment against Andrew Vandeots and Drew Marapece for 4,682.73 in unemployment compensation. The filing, signed by Assistant Attorney General Marley W. Baker and Special Assistant J. S. Tuilianle, includes four new liens with interest due to Masdlanatein from Sept 1932 and other liens dated 1958 1956 1959 and 1949. Judgments were filed Friday in Lawrence County Court with continued interest at one percent.
Lawrence County 1958 building operations summary shows total projected construction of about 5.3 million for the year with Woodward City and New Castle leading in permits. Nonresidential and residential totals break down by town, with Ellwood City and Neshannock Two among top permit issuers. Separate repairs and additions also tallied, while a Hobo Show event and a bicycle accident are noted among other local items.
The Have Horse Will Travel 4 H Club met at Mr Miller Holenbirg RD i with Bill Hoye as president and Lane Morris as secretary. Minutes were read, a new club name Foxie Club was chosen, the meeting was adjourned, and the next gathering is set at Mr McCanahy’s home.
A 12 year old boy from Pittsburgh, John Bruywethelde of 220 Killwood Rd, was admitted to New Castle Hospital around 6:50 pm after being struck by a model airplane at Flaherty Field. He suffered abrasions and contusions to the lower back, was treated, and discharged.
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