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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1908
Page
4
A concise note ponders bread quality noting repeated phrases about "twenty sets of rolls" as a factor in producing good bread. It emphasizes consistency and the process of rolling or proofing impacting the final texture. The piece hints at a methodical approach to baking.
Baltimore and Ohio reports seven road crews restored on the New Castle division as traffic improves. A new 16 hour law for trainmen and 9 hours for telegraphers took effect, with potential delays on long runs due to eight hour layovers. The piece notes economic strains, staff changes, and various railroad personnel movements amid ongoing activity.
Ellwood City brass band members and other Ellwood men in a Florida trip near Tampa expect to reach home Friday night or Saturday morning. The group, headed by B F Ross D J Mulcahy R C Stiefel A C Frey C D Coban and T B Boyd, toured the south with real estate and lumber interests cited. Postal cards show the travelers in recreation and sport as they enjoy the trip.
The Shelby company assists Pennsylvania Power by supplying a 600 horsepower engine to run a 325 kilowatt generator at their power plant. Ellwood’s municipal plant will provide town lighting, with Wampum and West Pittsburg benefiting from the tube company’s help. Current is direct, but transformers enable alternating current to reach Wampum and West Pittsburg. A C Ferris of Wampum aided Ellwood in final setup and oversees Wampum’s connection today.
Health Officer C. C. Horner has perfected plans to remedy overcrowded foreigner housing in Tubetown. Last week The News reported 20 foreigners living in one room, and Horner aims to prevent overcrowding despite lacking a law to curb landlord extortion for extra roomers.
Attorneys Wilkison, Graham and Cunningham, appointed Tuesday to defend Dominick Saniato, the alleged murderer of Squire William Duff, will receive county pay for their services under a superior court ruling. Formerly appointed defense without counsel received nothing.
Reporters quiz crowds at the mock initiation in K of P Hall where a young Ellwood woman expressed a desire to ride the goat. A former Greenville man performed stunts with "William" as spectators saw a lively display and noted the men refused the rider access.
Revival meetings are held this week at the First Christian Church. Pastor Rev F L Taylor assists with Rev Wilson as evangelist. Great interest is shown and services continue for another week.
The text extols Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery and other tonics as medicinally pure non alcohol formulas. It asserts exact ingredient declarations on bottle wrappers and claims cure of catarrhal head and throat issues and weak lungs with patience and fair trial. It notes endorsements from medical leaders and wide availability through medicine dealers.
Ellwood remains largely without reliable power as the municipal plant struggles to provide adequate current. Citizens and several council members express deep dissatisfaction with operations, amid talk of impending shake ups among city employees.
Beaver A C travels to Ellwood Thursday night to test the local squad after a recent loss to Butler. Ellwood’s speed is highlighted as a challenge, while Beaverites boast improvement in endurance and practice, with Clarke optimistic about their chances.
James McKissick, Republican candidate for county commissioner, spent a day in Ellwood meeting voters and gathering impressions. He praised the town and noted meeting many residents during his transitory visit.
Ellwood glass plant resumed operation after a one day shutdown caused by a breakdown. Repairs completed and management announces the entire plant will operate at full capacity next Monday due to sufficient order volume. Two pots will be set Saturday.
J L Caplan spends days in Pittsburg. George Dambach visited New Castle yesterday. C F McCann of New Brighton toured Ellwood yesterday. Robert McCammon left for Ohio. A son born to Mr and Mrs W A Gettig. A baby boy born Feb 29 to Mr and Mrs A E Connors. Amy Grandy of the Whistler force vacationing for two weeks. H D Collingwood returns from Wilkinsburg. H G Kimmich, formerly of New Castle, visited on business. Rowland Todd and Edward Runyon attended a Geneva college reception in New Brighton. Mr and Mrs Charles Twigg called to Ellwood for Mrs Amon Twigg’s illness. E P Mellon of Pittsburg attends People’s National Bank directors meeting. For sale household goods at 301 Crescent avenue.
J. J. Dean, receiver for Lawrence County Lumber, sought court approval to contract Buckeye Manufacturing for 8,000 tanks and seats at previously paid price to work up material on hand. The petition was granted.
The February oil report shows wide drops in Pennsylvania and Lima districts due to winter decline and financial stringency. West Virginia dominates new production with 2,298 barrels, Southeastern Ohio adds 47 barrels, and 396 barrels come from Pennsylvania and New York.
A 1904 1907 testimonial from Mrs C E Hilyard of Mahoningtown New Castle Pa touts Doan's Kidney Pills as a lasting cure for kidney pains back ache and urinary issues. The ad claims permanent relief after use and urges readers to buy at 50 cents from Foster Milburn Co Buffalo NY sole US agents.
Re A Hosack son of the late County Commissioner Hosack has been appointed by Judge Williams to fill the unexpired term. The young man is deemed well qualified for the position.
The New Castle lodge No. 69 B P O Elks will hold its next regular session in Royal Arcanum hall Jackson block Neshannock avenue on March 4 at 8 pm. WM Knobloch E R and Chas H Vanfleet, Sec.
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