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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1939

Page

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Hitler Makes Naval Display In Memel Trip

Hitler tours Memel in a proud display of naval power marking Germany’s first triumph as head of the navy. He leaves a battleship for an auto tour as troops and seaplanes salute the newly acquired city, while Raeder and Himmler officials supervise preparations for occupation.

Hitler Memel Swinemnende Bulge Sea Ria Third Reich I Jet Cierman Mesen Grav Fuehrers Urinsich Himimier Gistapa Secret Police Umr Peusseinen Ib Adtpal Eric Raeder Naval

Clean-up Work Starts On Lawrence County Farms

Spring clean-up underway in Lawrence County farms as debris cleared from fall and winter. Workers report progress removing loads of debris, burning where safe, and preparing fields for new season. Snow is minimal and crews plan continued efforts this week.

Lawrence County

Tarzan fugitive may have slipped through Wyoming posse

A large posse led by Sheriff Frank Blackburn searched mountainous areas around Cody and Powell after Durand, dubbed Tarzan, eluded capture overnight. Authorities reported the fugitive possibly slipped through a cordon, or may have found another hideout, as the chase continued in rugged terrain.

Powell Wyo Maren Bar Durand Argan Hydeout Blackbuwn

Operators and Miners Locked On Wage Scale

International News Service reports a wage scale deadlock among 359,000 Appalachian salt coal field miners and operators United Mine Workers of America. Operators reject a 40 cent daily wage rise as crisis for the industry while proposing a 50 cent daily wage reduction.

International News Service New York Appalachian Joan L. Lewis United Meine Workers of America Charles O'Neill

Harlem political protector sentenced to four to eight years

New York March 2 1941 Janes J Hines was sentenced to a prison term of four to eight years for his role as a protector in the Harlem Policy Syndicate led by Derek Schutz General Charles Noth Jr imposed the sentence with credit for good behavior The normal expectancy behind would be two years and 290 Would bring hint freedom Chestmas 1941

Steeina Speed New York Daa Claire Janes J. Hines ‘Oday Aave Darek Schutz Charles ©. Noth, Jr Woud

Precipitation Report Highlights Uncertain Shower Totals

The report notes precipitation with measured amounts around two inches in parts, while other areas show lighter totals. Weather observers warn that uneven rainfall may affect soil moisture and early growing season conditions.

Farmer Dies From Burns Near Butler Pa

Henry J. Ruiter aged 68 died in a Butler hospital from burns suffered when his straw pile caught fire near Connoquenessing. He was working on his farm, trying to move a loaded cart when a spark ignited the stack, trapping him briefly before he could escape. He lived in the area and his death marks a fatal farm accident at the scene.

Iiternational News Butler Henry J. Ruiter Connogurbeessdt Buena Nyates Elaine Fawinee

Hitler Proclaims Nazi Policy Amid Mass Rally in Memel

Reichsführer Adolf Hitler declared Nazi Germany will work out its own destiny despite world opposition. He spoke from a theatre balcony to a large crowd in Memel, signaling resolve over territorial aims and rejecting external objections.

Hitler Germany Pierre J. Wuss Statt Memel

Police Shoot Boy In Canton High School

Canton, March 23. Nick Gificomo, 17, is in serious condition after being shot by city police when fleeing from McKinley High School where officers watched for burglars. Two companions surrendered in a corridor and confessed to a month of robberies in the area.

Canton Nick Gificomo McKinley High School

Two Youths Die In Motor Crash At Lake County Fair Grounds

PAINESVILLE Ohio March 2 Two Painesville youths aged 16 and a 15 year old were killed when a borrowed car overturned and slid 100 feet on its top at the Lake County fair grounds. A girl companion Mary Ann Sloane was seriously injured. The victims are Donald Douchin and William Ferrey. The injured girl is Mary Ann Slocum, daughter of Judge Winfield S. Slocum of the Lake County common pleas court.

Painesville Bird School Lake County Fair Grounds Donald Douchin William Ferrey Mary Ann Siaenan Reek i Dure Winfield S. Slocum Lake County

Memel Controversy Deepens In German British Clash

Berlin reports a renewed diplomatic clash over Memelland as the Reich presses claims, Britain counters with warnings. The non-aggression pact with Lithuania grants Memel harbor access for 99 years, evacuation of Lithuanian troops, and a free port zone, while both nations pledge no attack on each other. Chancellor Hitler is said to have been informed of the accord’s signing.

Pierre J. Hos Rishi Berlin Great Britain Germany Reich Memelland Sir Samuel Hoare Sir Samuel House of Commons Manel Relca P Aper Deutscher Dienst Far England Memel Moemel Lithuania Joachim von Ribbentrop Juonas Urbays Hitler Monel

Chamberlain Warns Hitler Repeating Napoleon Fate

London dispatch reports Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain bluntly warned Adolf Hitler that attempting to dominate Europe by force would meet the same fate as Napoleon. He told the Commons the government regretted not delivering a full statement, but asserted any such attempt would meet united resistance from Britain and allied nations who value freedom.

Charles A. Smith London Adolf Hitler Nevile Chamberlain Napoleon Europe House of Sammoens

Drastic Alien Bill Passes House Aimed at Subversives

The House approved a sweeping measure to exclude or deport aliens who advocate overthrowing the U S democratic system. Sponsored by Representative Campary of New Mexico the bill targets communists Nazis fascists and others seeking to undermine the nation’s government.

International News Washington March House Today Congress Tlc Nction Campary New Mexico

Hungarian Troops Move Into East Slovakia

An Exchange Telegraph dispatch from Berlin says Hungarian forces crossed into East Slovakia and occupied towns including Ulie Kalina Koztoka and Fekisovce. Bratislava confirms Hungarian entry into Slovakian territory as of March 23. London relays Prague reports via Prague telex.

Bulletin Ciiternations Newly Service London Berlin Avlebtin Slovakia DNB Bratislava Ulie Kalina Koztoka Fekisovce Ly London Prague

Governor opposes new taxes in Harrisburg move

Governor Arthur H. James said he would oppose levying any new taxes by the current legislature. He warned against a four percent amusement tax and a flat four percent income tax bill reported from committees, with action expected on the calendar as reports reached Harrisburg.

Raymond Wilcove

Graham Elected Exalted Ruler Of New Castle Elks

Graham, one of the youngest lawyers in Lawrence county, was named exalted ruler of the New Castle lodge for 1939 40 during the lodge's annual election. He will succeed Harry G Harris. Others chosen include C G Rankin as exalted loyal knight, Wayne C Porter as loyal knight, William D Richards as lecturing knight, Frank L Clinefettey as secretary, Bertram Davis as treasurer, and Charles Zimmerly as sergeant at arms.

D. Graham Lawrence County New Castle

German Romanian Trade Treaty Signed in Bucharest

German Romanian trade treaty, formed over months, was signed in Bucharest at noon today. Official announcement states the accord is now in effect despite earlier reports of control concerns.

arnaConal News Service Bucharest

Hotel Annex Fire at Somerset Burns into Blaze

Fire destroys the Hotel Annex in Somerset Pennsylvania as five people are knocked from the road and others are rescued. A missing man is feared dead and firemen begin immediate searches to locate survivors amid the blaze. The fire is thought to have started during the incident and investigators pursue the cause.

Finternational News & Somerset Tenter Biseclion

Hogue Named As Welfare Director

M B Hogue was named welfare director for Lawrence County replacing Edwin Reed as county highways superintendent. Hogue, a longtime assistant director, will run the relief office with no assistant named to replace him. Floyd T Collon, president of the Board of County Commissioners, cited economy and state relief handling changes as reasons for not adding staff.

M. B. Hogue Lawrence Country Edwin QO. Reed Mor Hogue Mr. Hague Floyd T. Collon Board of County Commissioners Hague Mr. Horue

Poison murder probe expands as 70 bodies exhumed

In Philadelphia authorities expand the poison murder case, ordering the exhumation of more than 70 unidentified victims who died in the last decade from arsenic poisoning. Ringleader Petrilla, a 40-year-old olive oil and spaghetti seller, was convicted and sentenced to death. Also implicated are three others, including a widow, as the state outlines a scheme to collect insurance from victims.

Internatonal News Philadelphia Mirel Gabe Man Herman Perrillo Hr Ce Ferdinand Alfonsi WPA Alness Alfonsi Stellan Petrilla Bedi Riccardi

New Proposal On Neutrality Emerges In Congress

A fragmented item notes a proposed policy shift on neutrality shaped by key figures including Senator from Nevada chairing the committee. The outline hints at changes affecting bonds and relations, with continued discussion anticipated on another page.

Adpunistea Pion-Fayorge Senayor Manud Nevada Kage Tv

Y Greets Parents Tomorrow Evening Open House

General Secretary Rol. Meermines anticipates a large attendance at the open house education event hosted by the association. Boys' Work Secretary Daha D. Thompson and Youth Director William Winter will supervise the evening.

Marenia Iwi Bev Hi-V S Gra Associatin Weather Fm CV Byiday Rol Meermines Daha D. Thompson Pyare Willian Winter

Fall of Madrid Reported Near In War Chronicle

An international brief from Paris notes Madrid may surrender soon as war developments unfold. The report cites possible rapid capitulation after tense negotiations and strategic shifts.

Madrid

Death Record Thursday March 28 1833 Jacob Cheis Jobs

Death record notes the passing of Jacob Cheis Jobs with limited details from the March 28 1833 page. Annotations mention a location in Kilwa and a series of partial names and addresses, but the text is fragmented and not fully legible.

Poland Balks At Agreement To Stop Hitler

London reports that Poland hesitates over a proposed multi nation declaration against German expansion. Russia shows willingness to join while Warsaw negotiates conditional cooperation with French and British efforts. A conference idea and a formal warning scenario circulate without final agreement.

Poland Hitler London Beste Betkin Warsaw Georges Foreign Secre

New Pope Will Appeal For Peace

Vatican City reports Pope Pius XII plans a peace appeal addressing European conflicts. The message underscores Papal urging for restraint and unity among nations, with emphasis on avoiding further bloodshed and seeking diplomatic solutions.

Vatican City Pope Pius XII Acre Ehasitels Europe Roosevelt

Fragmented Nugget Sparks Local Mystery Across Town

A garbled note describes a puzzling scene with references to candles, rooms, and a possible fake event. Nonexistent names and mixed phrases hint at a misread page. The text suggests a local intrigue or misprint rather than clear facts.

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