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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Mar 25, 1908

Page

17

Read declares exit from polo and rules out post season series

R M Read denies any plans for a post season polo series and states he is out of polo. The article notes Paddy Collins may arrange events, but Read insists he will not participate and expects no further polo communications from him. Read is visiting Osceola Mills, Pa, and asks the sporting editor to correct the prior statement.

R. M. Read Read Mr. Read Youngstown Collins Osceola Mills the News Youngstown Telegram

Interstate Teams Proposal for Eight Club Baseball League

An insane baseball league idea proposes four interstate towns join to form eight clubs. Franklin, Oil City, Warren, and Polk are urged to unite to admission into the league featuring teams from Cleveland Dayton Massillon and Columbus hospitals. The proposal envisions long trips and a fragile future.

Franklin Oil City Cleveland Dayton Massad- Jah Columbus Polk Warren

Elston Ousted by Hogan as Cubs Retain Prospect

Curt Elston, an O P player connected with the Chicago Cubs, is said to be training well and hitting hard in practice. Marty Hogan had an agreement to move Elston to Zanesville if Chicago could not use him, but Cubs now appear set to keep the youngster as he shines in fielding and batting drills.

Curt Elston Chicago Cubs Marty Hogan Cubs Elston Zanesville Chicago Hogan

Youngstown Hosts Large Dog Show Opens Amid Crowds

Youngstown hosts a big dog show opening this morning with many canines on display. Judges will determine the best in county as dogs from across the country, including Bob Fitzsimmons kennels of Boston terriers, are entered.

Youngstown Bob Fitzsimmons

Restless Nervous Nervine Ad Claim

A testimonial advertises Dr Miles Nervine and Nervine related products as remedies for nervous exhaustion headaches and fatigue. Marie Harris of Piqua Ohio credits relief after trying the Nervine and Nervine Liver Pins noting no doctor visit needed. The Miles Medical Company sells guaranteed results with money back offer via local merchants.

Miles Marie Harris College St Piqua Ohio

Erie to Host Two Minor League Teams This Summer

Erie, Pennsylvania voters will see two baseball clubs in League play next season with the O P league placing a North Girard team near Erie and the Interstate league renewing an Erie entry at League Park Both factions claim higher class play and fans anticipate lively summer action in Erie as schedules conflict across leagues continue to unfold

Pittsburg Erie Pennsylvania North Girard Girard Interstate League

Goode's Spring to First Opens Eyes of Sam Wise

Wilbur Goode Akron pitcher, newly acquired from Steubenville, defies his slow appearance with a rapid first base dash. Sam Wise mocked his effort but witnessed Goode beat a routine grounder to short and race safely to first. Wise, impressed, declared Goode the speediest on the team after a $10 bet challenge.

Goode Sam Wise Wilbur Goode Akron Steubenville Akron Beacon-Journal Sam Wilbur Wise Callahan

New Castle to attend O P league meeting on Thursday

New Castle will be represented at the O P league meeting in Cleveland on Thursday as the schedule is adopted. Officials A C Hyde R M Read Ed McWilliams and Frank Strodecker attend with plans to avoid protests over perceived unfair dealing.

New Castle Cleveland A. C. Hyde R. M. Read Ed McWilliams Frank Strodecker Younstown Erie East Liverpool Canton McKeesport Eric

Akron Manager to Report Next Week

Manager Jack Breckenridge gives up his Harrisburg mail route and will report to Akron next Monday arriving about noon unless his train is late. President Windsor plans a large crowd at the station to meet him and the delay would disappoint. Breck will face tough choices as he trims his signed players to fit the salary limit.

Jack Breckenridge Harrisburg Akron Jack Windsor Breck

Canton Ball Park Remodel Approved For Meyers Lake Site

Canton directors announced remodeling of the ball park at Meyers lake grounds to rush completion. Plans include seating for 2000 and leveling the deep right field slope to the fence to improve visibility for outfielders and spectators. Work to start immediately.

Canton Meyers Lake Grounds Canton Grounds

Officials and traction men to meet in Youngstown Friday

A further gathering of officials and men from the traction company is scheduled for Friday in Youngstown. The meeting aims to discuss operations and next steps for the transit service in the area.

McKay Trades Star For A Chew Of Tobacco

Bernie McKay of McKeesport once bought pitcher Nolle of New Orleans for a chew of tobacco and sold him later for $500. Nolle’s poor game prompted the trade jokingly, but he soon improved and drew attention as a diamond pitcher, making McKay call it one of his best bargains.

Bernie McCay McKeesport Nolle New Orleans McCay MacCay

Baseball Weather Delights Fans Ahead of Season

Tuesday promised ideal baseball weather with warm sun and packed bleachers at Cascade grounds. Manager Porter plans early exhibition games as the team prepares, possibly splitting into squads and matching with strong amateur sides before the regular season opens in about six weeks.

Porter Cascade Grounds

Pitcher Compton Reports To Wright In Youngstown

Pitcher Jack Compton reports at Youngstown and will travel to Andover for training with the team. He predicts stronger work this season, says Youngstown is poised to win another flag, and notes manager Wright has a strong roster. Looie Schettler, wintered in Youngstown, expects a top season and hints it may be his last in the O. P. and that he will graduate next fall.

Jack Compton Youngstown Andover Jack Wright Looie Schettler Heavers Looie

McKeesport Team Orders April 13 Report

McKeesport faces releasing under contract players before the season opens. Players are instructed to report April 13, a date many may avoid due to superstition. Most likely arrivals will come a day early, as ball players tend to shun the 13th.

McKeesport

Ed Schlatter Turns to Hash Slinging After Baseball

Ed Schlatter abandons hopes of a baseball season and shifts to a restaurant venture in Toledo with Bill Smith, who sold his stake after signing with Zanesville. Schlatter plans to serve affordable meals to diners while avoiding seasonal fanfare at Cascade Park.

Ed Schlatter Bill Smith Nocks Toledo Schlatter Smith Bill Zanesville Akron Press Cascade Park

New Castle to Host Beaver Falls Bowling Series

The New Castle bowling team schedules a series with Beaver Falls to be played in Beaver Falls next week and in New Castle the following week. It marks the first time the two towns’ teams meet in a multi game series drawing keen interest.

New Castle Beaver Falls Tia

Aged women home project backed by Youngstown society women

Prominent Youngstown society women support a project to construct a home for aged women with community backing and philanthropic aims. The effort highlights local leadership and civic spirit in addressing elder care.

Ohio Man Wins Verdict Against Traction Co in 96 Cents Case

A Youngstown court ruled Tuesday that the Youngstown Park & Falls Street Car Company owed 96 1 3 cents to S. A. Conroy former city solicitor and Republican candidate for prosecutor. Conroy, while a passenger, asked for a ticket. conductor had none and refused cash fare. Jury awarded company 3 23 cents, plus costs of 30 dollars. The ruling holds the company must sell tickets at the franchise rate. The case may go to the Supreme Court.

Court of Common Pleas Youngstown Conroy Youngstown Park & Falls Street Car Company Supreme Court

Causes and Cure of Civic Cowardice Addressed in Youngstown

The Civic league of Youngstown will hear an address on Causes and Cure of Civic Cowardice at the Grand Sunday afternoon. The talk aims to urge civic responsibility and community action among residents.

Civic League of Youngstown

Star Family theatre opens strong with varied vaudeville acts

The Star Family theatre delivers a pleasing first half with Valoise Brothers acrobatics, Frosto and Weyman College Boys eccentricities, Frasto baritone solos, and Flossie Chard illustrated song. Cascade Vaudeville continues with Lampe Bros mule Maud Roys Merry Minstrels Zhaya Baby Miller Charlotte Leslie. Strong headliners draw loud applause as the management plans a new three day run starting tomorrow matinee.

Star Family Theatre Valoise Brothers Flossie Chard Frosto Weyman Mr. Weyman Frasto Star-O-Graph Lampe Bros Mule Maud Roy Merry Minstrels Zhaya Baby Miller Charlotte Leslie

Wage scale will not be changed in transit talks

At a conference yesterday between street railway interests and delegates from New Castle Traction and Mahoning Valley, the parties agreed to stick to the old wage scale within the wage committee’s power, with only minor changes expected in the two year old agreement.

Park and Falls New Castle Traction Company Mahoning Valley Youngstown

Street Railway Wage Talks Advance With Special Session Planned

The street railway employee meeting discussed the company proposition and decided to hold another special session next Friday evening since not all members received notice. At that session the wage committee's action will be ratified, and on Saturday the new agreement is expected to be signed by the parties concerned.

Woman in jail claims marriage to accused larceny suspect

McKeesport woman Mrs Earl Guisler, held in Youngstown jail, presented documents to prove she is the wife of Earl Guisler who faces a grand larceny charge. The case ties a Youngstown woman to the jailhouse claim as his spouse.

Earl Guisler McKeesport Youngstown

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