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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1923
Page
30
Philip McCrae admitted a habit of wrecking saloons and other amusements. After breaking glasses Tuesday night he was jailed 30 days in the workhouse. A $25 fine briefly freed him, but he returned to wreck the same saloon, and now faces $50 or 90 days in the workhouse.
The Methodist church hosted a Loyal Daughters led service with a prayer, singing, and a program including Rev. Will H. Fenton in costume singing The Ninety and Nine, a piano solo by Mrs. Willy, reading of Reaper and the Flowers by Mrs. Hoffmaster, and two tableau poems with Mrs. Fenton pantomiming Abide With Me and Mr. Fenton singing it.
Tables with colored lights impressed attendees while plans outline a patriotic midweek service and a featured speaker. Rev H L Johnson of New Castle to preach at Methodist church Sunday morning with the pastor absent, who will preach at Epworth church, New Castle, both morning and night.
Mr and Mrs James H Wigton and children of Jackson Street join Miss Gladys Weaver of New Middleton C attended the Brest reunion held Wednesday June 27 in Freedonia Pennsylvania.
F M Davis of Wampum was a business caller in town Wednesday. Miss Alice Park and Clyde Rogers spent Wednesday evening at Cascada Park, New Castle. G S Dodds of the Youngstown road was a business caller in town Tuesday. Mrs Abram Jennings and Margaret were New Castle visitors Thursday. E F Ashton was a business caller in New Castle Thursday. Mrs J E Morrow was a New Castle shopper Thursday. Mr and Mrs H B McCullough left Thursday for Dover Ohio. Miss Mary Gibson and Harold Park spent Wednesday evening at Cascade Park, New Castle. Mrs Will Weakley and daughter of New Castle were guests of Mrs Leroy Perish Thursday.
Franklin Pa June 30 excitement ran high at the postoffice when a teenager mailed explosive caps in a regular letter. The caps exploded as the stamping machine operated, sending clerks and patrons into alarm but causing no injuries. Officials are tracing the sender.
Pittsburgh report tells of two year old Lucille Winfield dying after attempting to eat a firecracker during Fourth of July festivities. The noisemaker lodged in her throat causing fatal choking. coroner’s records note the incident.
Pulaski news notes the Women’s Benefit Association of the Macabees held its regular meeting led by Commander Mrs. Fred Wallace with a social lunch served by the committee. Several members attended including Mrs. J. H. Davidson and Mrs. LeRoy Todd, with updates on members and travel.
In Columbus on June 30 Rev Harold Cooper pastor of Mayflower Congregational church argued that 70000 workers forced to 12 hour shifts in steel mills burden the nation creating discontent. He urged an end to the 12 hour day to ease the strain.
A historical note describes Bumsteads Worm Syrup used on children with mercy, mentioning scarce santonin doses and a test of sixty units. The fragment references A Voorhees M D Philadelphia and vague follow ups.
Wheeling West Virginia June 30 itinerant steeple jack Stephen Leko died when a rope protecting him during painting of the Stack at Wheeling Electric Companys powerhouse touched 4000 volts. He was hurled 200 feet to the ground. Coroner Hobbs investigation found burned fingers supporting electrocution theory.
Radio listings from Eredea Westhouse East Pittsah Davenport WOC and WGY show a day full of ball scores concerts church services and special programs. Notable items include ball scores at multiple times 9:39 p m dance hour and a Rock Island Railway Night with Chicago orchestra.
Jimmy visited a neighbor for the evening and, as night fell, he faced darkness with calm remarks. Asked about fear he replied he did not fear but disliked the color.
Andrew L. Hepler former vice president and manager of Citizens Insurance Agency and Mortgage Co remains jailed after a habeas corpus petition delaying release until July 14. His conspiracy and embezzlement trial related to the company wrecking is set for September. Hepler was captured in Phoenix and brought to Butler on May 14.
Charges were filed in Butler County courts against Hepler. Judge Reiber scheduled today for the hearing of the petition, but both sides agreed to a continuance. A settlement of the case was mentioned as a possible outcome.
A Chicago Tribune note recalls a parent scolding a child for profanity. Robert overhears a playmate using swear words and the parent jokes about washing his mouth with soap. The vignette highlights childhood discipline and social commentary.
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