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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1908
Page
2
The Washburn Crosby method toughens bran to separate it completely from the wheat berry, enabling full liberation of bran from the grain during milling.
The Industrial World reports gradual improvement in steel markets with pig iron softening and tin plate activity rising. New Castle operations, contract bookings, and planned mill restarts lift output toward 80 percent capacity while wage cuts spread through sheet workers.
Farmers begin to value macadamized roads as mud reaches six to eighteen inches on non macadamized sections. Cuck holes two feet deep with rails aimed to warn travelers trap wagons, making buggy travel nearly impossible. Be A McMillan recalls his Saturday country trip where the buggy sank to the hub and the near breakage of the draft.
At the last meeting of the New Castle fire police officers were elected for the ensuing term. The lineup includes President G W Keller, Vice president W M Joseph, Secretary James H Miller, Treasurer John Anderson, Trustee W M Joseph, Captain Fred Urmson, Lieutenant R B Davenport, Second Lieutenant Lewis Mathues. Archie Johnston named as representative of relief association. Brown and Hamilton announce Strawbridge and Clother's spring suit opening on Wednesday March 18 AT315.
Paisley Pharmacy in New Castle Pa promotes Vinol a refined cod liver oil extract as a spring medicine. It claims to purify blood stimulate appetite aid digestion and build strength for all ages and conditions with a money back guarantee if not beneficial. Local endorsement includes Mrs Rose Lavigne of Burlington Vermont.
Dr John R Borland of Franklin marked his 80th birthday this Sunday. He began medical practice at 23 in 1851 at Harlansburg, Lawrence County, was married to Elizabeth Emery, who died in 1907, and estimates over 70000 dollars uncollectible. He is well known in the city and has visited here often. Brown and Hamilton advertise linen sale for March 17 and 18.
A promotional pitch argues for patient knowledge of medical ingredients and extols Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as effective for feminine ailments including irregularities and childbirth preparation. It claims nerve support and relief from related pains and lists an offer for a free booklet from the Invalids' Hotel and Surgical Institute in Buffalo, New York.
Beginning about April 1 a resumption of the extensive yard construction at Aliquippa will restart after a winter pause. Jones and Laughlin halted work causing delays. The project includes grading, filling, culverts and laying six tracks over a mile long each, with rail orders placed accordingly and crews to be increased.
Harry Orchard, the confessed murderer of former Governor Frank Steunenberg, will hear a death sentence on his 42nd birthday next Wednesday. He refused to plead to anything but first degree and declared his guilt, while denying immunity rumors and keeping no statements for publication. He spends time with books and the Bible as his case proceeds before Judge Fremont Wood.
At the residence of Frank B. Thompson three miles east of New Castle on Pittsburg road, Tuesday March 17 at 10 o clock a m L H Emrick will sell items including an Estey organ six wooden bedsteads three wire spring mattresses two wash stands one bureau one chiffonier six hair cloth chairs six rockers six common chairs one extension table two kitchen tables one steel Warren range almost new one set ladders a barrel and a half of vinegar one sausage cutter and lard press.
Room for rent in Washington Street between Mill Street and Pittsburg Street Bridge. Inquiries to McBride & Long at 36 1 2 North Mill Street, 17413.
Ellwood travels to Renfrew to challenge the star passers led by M. E. Grant who claims a near perfect season. Renfrew beat Ellwood at the Casino before Christmas as Ellwood regroups. manager Clarke remains hopeful for a win. Friday features Butler Tigers at the Casino.
William Friedhoff, an electrician for the Pennsylvania company, was severely burned on his right hand while repairing the switchboard at the municipal lighting plant. Two fingers suffered serious burns, requiring a physician, and he will be out of work for several days.
T. C. Bevington of Pittsburg formerly supervised Pennsylvania Power here and now toured the borough lighting plant. He examined the equipment in detail and could not confirm any purchase plans though rumor ties him to potential negotiations.
Kedl Wagner and John Barth, Austro Hungarian residents of Ellwood, united in marriage Saturday at Trinity Lutheran church with Rev. A P Lentz officiating. A reception followed at the German club and the couple plan to reside in Ellwood where the bridegroom works in a mill.
Ellwood City and nearby residents fear forgery offenders will not be punished. Citizens report forged notes are easily valued, and despite initial investigations no action has followed. Two endorsers offer to testify if proceedings begin, but law authorities have not approached them.
C F Buchanan attends the state board of undertakers meeting in Philadelphia this week. He is a board director representing his district at the event.
James H Brown of New Castle was in Ellwood Saturday. Miss Ella Hammond of Pittsburg visits her cousin Mrs Johns ton of Lawrence Avenue. For sale household goods including sideboard dining table chairs desk stoves go cart baby cradle at 301 Crescent Avenue Ellwood. D H Munhall 301 Crescent Avenue 17216
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