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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1925
Page
4
The New Castle News published daily except Sundays at 29 North Mercer Street with readers offered subscriptions including 3 cent copies, 1.50 weekly, 7.60 yearly, and other mail options. It lists staff roles, contact norms, and advertising practices, plus notices to address payments to The News Co. New Castle, Pa.
Lawrence county residents back state measures for a single uniform tax assessment system. The current patchwork by ward and township leads to unequal valuations, as seen in the rise from 62 million to 63 million and uneven district increases. The tornado disaster in Illinois and southern Indiana prompts nationwide sympathy and calls for relief, while political commentary questions Democratic policy and Roosevelt’s proposed publicity.
A fragment notes Franklin Roosevelt urging renewed publicity for the Democratic party’s core policy as part of a revitalized, amalgamated party effort. The text references Greer and a call to emphasize foundational platform elements amid reorganization.
A collection of editorial snippets and quips from multiple newspapers. Topics span earthquakes in the East blamed on earth settling, a new vice president's arrival, Nevada governor backing gambling, mixups about Brigadier General Mitchell, a lengthy jail term for a thief, age based intelligence claims, a New York golf injury suit, Ma Ferguson on the Good Book, and remarks on wealthy men in shabby clothes.
A mixed column recalls sun times and civic quirks with musings on Mussolini, plagues, prices, Easter holidays, and dress norms. It notes a half-cent stamp coming April 1, hints at gold prospect scams, and jokes about pajama wearers at Atlantic City. It references politics, court cases, and local lore with a wry, period voice.
A humorous note discusses health, summer escapes, and rhubarb planting. Dr Mopps heads north to escape heat while rhubarb shoots appear in the garden signaling rhubarb pie season. The writer jokes about better pies than rhubarb and cannot recall their names.
A 1925 McClure Syndicate column urges acceptance of imperfect life, adaptation over seeking ideal jobs, and personal resilience. It argues most people face unavoidable limits, so happiness lies in adjusting to circumstances rather than chasing perfect conditions or new work.
The Oak Park Mausoleum contest drew many entries as the Oak Castle Cemetery association sought fitting words for the portal. The prize split between two inscriptions, but the stone cutter added an unnecessary x in the final word, noted by observers wandering the cemetery on a Sunday afternoon.
A brief note recalls aviators circling the globe a year ago, tracing a route from Eugene Oregon to Vancouver Washington covering about 70 miles in roughly 90 minutes, reflecting American reaction and far-reaching opinions about the endeavor.
Edgar A. Gunst relates a traveler’s ode to morning train service from Rognake to Jacksonyina. The piece recalls lessons learned on schedules and the Pullman experience, ending with a traveler’s pledge to catch the 6 a.m. train, amid reflections on punishment and fate.
A fragment from a psalm-like text extols God’s roaming kindness and the satisfaction of those in his house. It envisions them drinking from the river of God’s pleasure, highlighting spiritual nourishment and abundance in faith.
Fragmented lines present a secular critique of politics and morality. The writer decries criticism and hypocrisy, urging responsibility and courtesy toward others while questioning radicalism and violence.
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