Associates Honor Mrs. J. L. Stratton
A group of colleagues presents a remembrance to Mrs. J. L. Stratton in gratitude for her service and friendship. The event honors her long association with the organization and marks a valued farewell.
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1923
Page
27
Mrs. Stratton Honored For 16 Years In Sabbath School
The Lawrence County Sabbath School association celebrated the retirement of secretary Mrs. J. L. Stratton with a Friday dinner at the YWCA. The event, arranged by Cassie Brothers, honored her 16 years of service and included remarks by Percy L. Craig and others. A silk umbrella was presented as a token of appreciation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. L. Stratton
Lawrence County Sabbath School Association
Lawrence County
New Wilmington
Cassie Brothers
H. L. Marvin
Lawrence Couunty Sabbath School Association
Percy L. Craig
Pennsylvania State Sabbath School Association
W. D. McKnight
A. B. Street
W. L. Pander
J. Ross Baldwin
Ralph I. Orr
E. F. Munn
Robert M. Strickler, Jr
Wylie McClelland
Miss Cassie Brothers
Anthracite Miners Back Leaders Policy At Convention
Scranton and Washington dispatches report anthracite miners embracing a conservative policy led by John L. Lewis with one exception. The tri district meet ends with the union in control and a wage demand of two dollars extra per day for day laborers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
Scranton
John L. Lewis
Lewis
Washington
Atlantic City
United States Coal Commission
Coal Commission
John Hays Hammond
Bananas Scarce In City, Expected Normal by Week
Local fruit dealers report bananas are scarce with no ripened fruit available and only green fruit fit for nothing at retail. They anticipate normal supply by the first of the week.
Roof to be placed on city garbage plant soon
The city incinerating plant is in full operation and performing satisfactorily after repairs to furnaces and stack. The roof has not yet been put on and is expected to be installed next week.
New York Stocks Close Weak as Market Dips to Year Lows
The New York stock market ended on a weak note with broad selling pushing several issues to new yearly lows. Baldwin fell to 115, Steel common hit 89 7 8, Central Leather dropped to 20, while Delaware & Hudson slid to 104% before finishing at 105 1 4. Railroad stocks generally held, government bonds unchanged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International News Service
New York
Baldwin
Steel
Central Leather
Delaware & Hudson
Real estate transfers list from South New Castle and Ellwood
Samuel J. Chambers to James E. Canan records a $1 transfer in South New Castle. Eliza Round to Francis X. Boyle in Union for $1. Harry P. Watkins to Prospero Rubino in Fifth ward for $1. Wm. Jones by sheriff to John N. Morrow in Sixth ward for $360. Mary E. McClure to George E. Neal in Little Beaver for $4,800. Andrew Boyd to David Boyd in Big Beaver for $1. Jacob R. Boggs to Harry E. Beatty in Big Beaver for $5,060. Gustave Schuller to M. M. Burnett in Ellwood for $1. Elfido Bettoni to Ben K. Tonski in Ellwood for $3,000. James F E Canan and Amalia Ryglin ski in South New Castle for $1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Samuel J. Chambers
James E. Canan
South New Castle
Eliza Round
Francis X. Boyle
Union
Harry P. Watkins
Prospero Rubino
Fifth Ward
Wm. Jones
John N. Morrow
Sixth Ward
Mary E. McClure
George E. Neal
Little Beaver
Andrew Boyd
David Boyd
Big Beaver
Jacob R. Boggs
Harry E. Beatty
Gustave Schuller
M. M. Burnett
Ellwood
Elfido Bettoni
Ben K. Tonski
James FE. Canan
Amalia Ryglinski
Laurel avenue residents oil street improvement
Residents on Laurel avenue west of Highland avenue oiled the street on Friday. Several local business men joined in the labor. The operational street is now in good condition and was paid for by local residents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Laurel Avenue
Highland Avenue
Drunks Discharged After City Jail Cleanup
Three men were discharged by the mayor this morning after aiding in cleaning up around the city jail. One man is identified as Black and the other two as white. no further details are provided.
Pay Small Fines
Three offenders against city traffic and parking rules paid fines of one dollar each this morning.
Grandmother’s Bold Surgery Shocks Country House
In a 1920s hospital drama, a timid grandmother assumes decisive control at a Royces’ house party. When little Dick suffers an acute appendicitis, Dr. Emory suggests immediate surgery and Grandmother executes the operation, guiding the anxious family through the peril.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. Avery
Royces
Grandmother
Mrs. Hoyce
Jim
Chicago
Dickie
Emory
Mrs. Royce
Winter solstice shifts with Earth's orbit
The winter solstice marks winter start and can fall on December 21 or 22 in the northern hemisphere. The date drifts by a few hours yearly because Earth’s year is between 265 and 366 days, catching up every leap year.
Dark Beaver Fur Brings Premium Value on Lake Superior
The darkest ebony-brown beaver fur, found along the south shore of Lake Superior, commands a premium price, worth several times more than paler beaver from the Western and Southern states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lake Superior
Oklahoma Woman Stays Married 73 Years Despite Delays
A Oklahoma woman endured a long wait yet remained married for 73 years, enduring delays while keeping her vow. The account highlights endurance, family ties, and a lifelong commitment amid extended patience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oklahoma
Pilgrim's Progress Dramatization Ends Sunday Evening
The three Sunday performances at First Baptist Church conclude this Sunday at 7 45 PM. Young people have presented Bunyan's tale with notable spiritual impact before a full audience each week. The program includes harp music and a patriotic address by Attorney Robert Wallace of Harrisburg in honor of Independence Day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bunyan
Pilgrim’s Progress
First Baptist Church
Robert Wallace
Harrisburg
Ladies' Aid meeting with quilting and church dinner noted
The Chewton Christian church Ladies' Aid Society met at Mrs. Alex Patton's home on June 28 for quilting and social time. A noon dinner was served by the hostess and her mother. Attendees included Mrs. Kate Hennon and others, with special guests from Ellwood City. Local church schedules follow for Sunday services.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies’ Aid Society
Chewton Christian Church
Alex. Patton
Wampum-Fllwood City Road
Fullilove
Kate Hennon
Pearl Hennon
Solomon Aiken
Lydia Douthett
S. M. Pitzer
New Castle Shoppers Listed from Wampum
Some Wampum people who were shoppers in New Castle Friday included Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Brown, Mrs. Thos. Hickey, Mrs. Jno. Galbreath, Mrs. S. Hennon and daughter Miss Rebecca, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Ketterer, Mrs. C. L. Repman, and Mrs. HB. O. Wilson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Castle
W. A. Brown
Thos. Hickey
Jno. Galbreath
S. Hennon
Rebecca
J. A. Ketterer
C. L. Repman
HB. O. Wilson
Miss Muzzy Visits Radcliffe Chautauqua Plans
Miss Muzzy, director of the Radcliffe Chautauqua, is in town for a week as July events are organized. She outlines July plans and discusses programs to be staged at the Radcliffe venue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muzzy
Radcliffe Chautauqua
Social event under Miss Muzzy's auspices draws crowd
A plan for extra work during their stay was discussed at a meeting of leaders, followed by a parade and home talent entertainment. The event provided a socially good time and was held under the auspices of Miss Muzzy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Muzzy
Klan Parade Draws Huge Crowd in Village
A large crowd gathered in the Village last night as the Ku Klux Klan staged a parade around nine o'clock. Thirty masked riders rode through Main Street to Chewton Hill and back, then held a meeting on Chewton ball ground where a fiery cross was burned before a sizable audience.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Main Street
Chewton Hill
Chewton Ball Ground
Salvation Army Street Meeting Draws Over 200 Attendees
More than 200 people gathered last evening at Home and Jefferson streets for a Salvation Army street meeting. The event was well received with two intoxicated attendees later benefiting from the gathering, which was praised by those present.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salvation Army
Home
Jefferson Streets
Man Laughs At Thermometer Seen By Soft Drink Dealer
A man is observed laughing while looking at a thermometer, described as a soft drink dealer by the source. This brief note centers on the curious scene and identifies the dealer role.
Mayor Fines Three On Speeding Charge
Three speeders paid fines at the police court this morning. The fined individuals were T. G. Wilson Frank Guyton and Charles Pugh. Two News reporters riding in the Guyton car en route to the Termaine Pugh fight in Erie noted no exemption from the usual speeding fine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. G. Wilson
Frank Guyton
Charles Pugh
Guyton
Erie
Evening services canceled at Trinity Episcopal Church
The church will not hold evening services in July and August as summer custom dictates. Sunday will be the first day without an evening service this season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trinity Episcopal Church
June College Graduates Loaf While Banks Employ Presidents
Many banks already had presidents, leaving many recent June graduates to loaf. The remark notes a surplus of qualified graduates and slow hiring in financial institutions.
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Sabbath School Association
Geo Tech Ca
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C. Ed
Smith Howe
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Western Newspaper Union
Freedom
Freedom Oil Works Company
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A. J. Minke
C. B. McKee
E. J. Bischoffberger
Wampum News
Ladies’ Aid
Presbyterian
Christian Endeavor
J. Greer Bingham
Christian
Chas. P. Durbin
Clinton M. E
Epworth League
Beckwith
St. Monica’s Catholic
K. K. K. Parade
Boyles Avenue
Leake
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