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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1908
Page
1
About 300 people are reported killed in a major earthquake affecting five municipalities. Many towns are totally destroyed with others badly damaged. Communication outages hinder details as aid teams rush to the scene amid widespread horror.
United Press reports indicate the quake Thursday night killed about 500, with two cities and three villages leveled. Chilapa and Chilpancingo were largely destroyed and fires raged, leaving many dead incinerated. telegraph interruptions hindered full casualty tallies and relief efforts.
Benjamin Hunter files for divorce from Clara M. Hunter on grounds of desertion and improprieties. He notes their marriage on July 5, 1905 and separation begun January 23, 1907 with ongoing disputes about her late night outings.
An exhibition ladder drill was held Friday afternoon with all members of the hook and ladder company. Under Captain Roy Sankey the crew extended the big ladder to the top of the Eower block and carried a hose line to the summit, performing seats and maneuvers as directed.
Farmers forecast a plentiful supply of farm hands this year due to urban work opportunities. City men are unlikely to move to farms, while fewer country youths will migrate to the city when work is scarce.
Death notice items list Mary Ellen Young age 19 of Green Street, William Ewing age 86 of Beaver, Griffith A. Bevan age 2 months of 7 East Reynolds Street, Krata L. Rhodes age 71 of East Ardiro Hillaville.
Alabama Representative J Thomas Heflin plans a self defense plea after shooting Louis Lundy in a streetcar altercation. Witnesses back Heflin saying Lundy grabbed his coat lapels and gestured toward a hip pocket before the shooting. Congressmen Ellerbee and McCreery were aboard. McCreery was wounded in the leg and may sue Heflin.
Revs. Father O’Shea Maher and Sharp of St Mary’s church say a misunderstanding led to reports they planned a strenuous effort to save Charles Quimby from the gallows. They claim no vested interest beyond aiding his spiritual welfare and bringing him back to the church. They do not judge the trial or Quimby’s sanity, expressing natural sympathy but no final stance on the case.
Antonio Di Rosa withdraws libel suits against Vito Vigolette after Alderman Ranney hearings reveal a family quarrel. parties agree to settle out of court. The dispute reportedly grew from a board bill and related notice posting controversy involving Di Rosa and Vigolette, a son-in-law.
County commissioners move to print ballots for the April primaries with about 25 000 tickets needed. In Youngstown William H. Lee 45 died after drinking carbolic acid following a death warning to his family.
In New Castle on March 27 1908 M E Miller rebukes a published view of school ed plans. He questions the chosen site overpaying by at least 12000 dollars, argues the building is unnecessary for current needs, and suggests expanding ward schools to avoid costly bonds and higher taxes. He notes ward schools would be crowded but could handle growth with prudent spending.
William Ewing of Beaver Falls Pennsylvania a veteran of the 140th Pennsylvania Volunteer Infantry died at the Beaver House at midnight Thursday. He served as a sergeant and fought at the Wilderness. after Civil War service he lived on a Raccoon township farm and held county offices. He leaves two brothers and a sister and was never married. Funeral from the Beaver home at 2 PM Sunday with burial in Beaver cemetery then Mt Pleasant.
A charter is granted to the Ellwood City and Wurtemburg Electric Railway company to build a three mile line from Ellwood City to Wurtemburg. Capitalized at 18000 dollars, the firm plans construction this summer. Directors include J. T. Mecklin president, with J. Z. French and A. Twentier among Ellwood City appointees and H. G. French, J. H. Newton, and others in Wurtemburg.
Two unmasked burglars broke into the residence of Justice of the Peace J. M. Burford near Chicora and demanded money after entering his bedroom. They bound him to the bed and took 74 dollars in cash and a gold watch.
A citizens' committee reports 55 percent of city hall space is leased to outsiders, arguing no need for a new building. Opponents urge repairs and retaining the Washington Street site, estimating $25,000 for improvements and noting rent loss if relocated. A council meeting Monday will consider a report favoring a Croton Avenue site and selling the current property for 110000 to 125000.
Thomas Hopkins, a rougher at the Greer tin mill, narrowly escaped death when a spanner bar swung and struck him on the mouth. He was knocked unconscious and taken home at 177 East Sutton Street with several teeth knocked out and severe facial bruising.
Westminster College students suspended for fraternity membership have filed a petition for reinstatement with the faculty. The trustees sent the request back to the faculty as too late for action before vacation. Expect action after the term opens, with seniors eager to graduate.
The Mahoning Valley Electric Company and street railway workers union agreed to a two year wage scale in Youngstown Niles and New Castle. No wage rise or reduction, but working conditions updated in workers favor. About 1 000 employees covered.
Eliza Jane White by attorney J Norman Martin filed a trespass suit against Dr R G Boak claiming injury from a fall led to treatment for a broken leg. A second physician disputed the fracture, X rays allegedly showed no break, and White contends treatment worsened leg use. damages sought are not yet determined.
Luigi Abbatte a Hillsville quar ryman lies near death at Youngstown hospital after being struck by a westbound train at Lowellville station during farewells to his brother bound for Italy. A crowd of over twenty workedmen witnessed the accident as the 410 flyer diverted attention. The party rushed Luigi to the hospital. doctors fear death.
Sixteen civil cases are scheduled for next week in New Castle court. The lead matter is the city of New Castle versus ex City Treasurer Alexander C. Hanna and Mercantile Trust Co. to recover about 3000 dollars, a case repeatedly continued. Also noted is W. M. Perdue returning home after graduating from McKillip Veterinary College in Chicago and Ontario Veterinary College in Toronto.
The National Protective Legion has chosen officers led by President J W Neff and Past president K L Mayers. Other posts include Vice president Freshwater Secretary Minnie Mayers Treasurer Gertrude Waddington Guardian Charlotte Ashmore Guard C W Waddington Pianist Haggerty Trustee I L Smith. The election occurred in Woodman hall followed by refreshments and a social hour. The next meeting will be in a new hall.
The old 15th Regiment, National Guard of Pennsylvania which served in the Spanish-American War will hold a reunion in Greenville on July 30.
The Shenango Valley Hospital annual report shows total maintenance costs of 35771.21 and receipts of 33887.61 for the year ending December 31. State building appropriation of 9000 was partly used to pay a mortgage and to buy lots, while the faculty and 20 nurses trained under doctors McKee, McDowell, Kissinger, Campbell, Brice, Whitmyre, and Mrs. Cochran supported the program.
The South Side W C T U arranges a dues social at Dr Williams's Mill Street home on Monday evening. Open to members and friends with no admission fee. Aims to welcome new members with a reception style event.
Local butchers who try to kill their own cattle face a hard time obtaining enough stock to meet demand. Short crops last year are blamed for the scarcity of fat stock, and prices have edged higher in recent weeks.
Three children, Farell F. Jones four, at 27 Garfield avenue, Frederick H. Lee four at 228 Sheridan avenue, and Esther Knox eight at 204 Leasure avenue, are ill with measles or mumps. Health Officer Horner has been informed.
Denver dispatch reports an unknown party tried to dynamite General Bulkley Wells of the Smuggler Union mine at Telluride. Wells slept on an outer porch when the bomb exploded, tearing the house side and tossing him, though he was not seriously hurt. Sheriff Routan leads investigation with state bloodhounds from Canyon City.
A powerful tornado swept Lee county near New Boston causing the destruction of about a score of farm houses. One school and three churches were wrecked and many cattle killed. Several persons were injured as the cyclone moved eastward toward Hancock county Illinois.
Sharon March 22 Hal Jones 22 died on a walk home after performing with Traxler orchestra at the Elks banquet. He collapsed near George Dresch’s residence. doctors cite heart neuralgia. Survived by wife and two children. known for Masonic dances and local musicians.
The remains of Mrs Emilie Crawford Bartlett of Philadelphia arrived Saturday morning and were met by friends and relatives. Dr Scott F Hershey of the First Presbyterian church conducted services at Greenwood Cemetery where the Crawford plot received the casket, with six policemen and local men acting as pallbearers due to the heavy metal casket.
Hiram Woods of Chestnut Street has been granted an increase in pension. The new amount is fixed at 24 dollars per month.
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