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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1917
Page
16
National and local price declines hit staples like potatoes and melons with wholesale drops from 4.25 to 3.75 per bushel and 26.80 to 5.50 per crate for cantaloupes. Home grown cabbage remains strong at 7 cents per pound, with local stores stocking fresh produce and dairy items.
A recent photograph shows General Hubert Lyautey, the French war minister, seated at his desk in the war department office in Paris. The image has just been received in this country.
Pittsburg June 30 stock market bulletin records cattle trading activity with prices and volume. Market observers note demand levels and price shifts for cattle across categories.
William J. Harris, chairman of the federal trade commission, in Atlanta says the operators coal mine agreement with the government will greatly reduce coal costs for consumers. He estimates prices should not exceed 2.50 dollars per ton.
The Hague report notes influx of German gold into Dutch banks has raised the mark against the guilder. Bankers estimate German gold deposited to satisfy debts mainly for food amounts to ten to fourteen million dollars.
Italian prisoner Joe Manino, serving life for killing a ranchman, set himself aflame with gasoline in the Kansas penitentiary and died three hours later. His dying words: Deaths better than prison. In Philadelphia, patriotic societies contest court actions to demolish multiple historic buildings.
John J. McGraw faced fine and suspension from the National League after fiery incidents in Cincinnati and press clashes over quotes about President Tener umpires and the league. New York writers and readers saw the episode as a flashpoint in McGraw's volatile reputation and the league's handling drew criticism. Other notes praise Waller Cruise's breakout season with the Cardinals and his late rise from the American Association.
Realty transfers show Guy Zimmerman to Robert Farm sides in the Third Ward for 1 dollar. Kate Joyce to Robert Fy in the Third Ward for 1 dollar. Thomas BE Smith to Mary Schrilla in Wayne for 1400 dollars. Clint E. Fisher listed as a party in the transactions.
An old article argues axle grease is a major neglect harming farm equipment. It warns that dry spindles cause rapid wear and poor performance, urging farmers to keep grease handy and lubricate wagons regularly to ease loads and reduce damage.
A Columbia Record writer argues mothers rarely take vacations and urges families to plan rest for her. He notes mothers bear daily duties beyond work hours and suggests selecting a place for her to relax and enjoy meals prepared by others, allowing the family to manage temporarily.
Washington reports Brazil is at war with Germany though not officially aligned with the Allies. The Brazilian navy now cooperates with American squadrons under Admiral Caperton to safeguard commerce on the Atlantic side.
A London Chronicle writer notes Napoleon’s early skill with mathematical formulas and a sharp mathematical brain as key to his generalship. Wellington credited numbers with aiding his success, and other 19th century soldiers like Lee were adept at rapid, accurate calculation.
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