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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1925
Page
8
HarrisburgMay 9 Governor Pinchot faces a rush of appropriation and revenue bills handed from the legislature when it adjourned April 16. Fifty days remain until the deadline next Saturday to act on the measures as the governor continues a thorough review.
The governor faces a large remaining balance to dispose of as several appropriation bills feel the administration's cut. Bills may be pared to fit revenue projections for the next biennium, with doubt cast on whether new tax measures will meet estimated incomes. Legislative overspending prior to adjournment exceeds budget figures by about 7.4 million, not counting new taxes or levy reductions.
Washington May 9 A storm wave of very mild force is forecast to cross the continent during the week centered on May 13 causing little precipitation as it drifts eastward. A cool wave will follow, leaving above normal temperatures with short duration. April was ideal for farming in most areas and brought soaking rain to northern parts of the dry southwest.
A reader recounts severe nervousness and physical weakness, including crying spells and back pain. After using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and Sanative Wash she reports improved energy, appetite, and looks, and says she can work again. Another letter from Dora Hour of Philadelphia says the remedies helped her run-down system and weakness and she is willing to answer letters.
Historical notice explains storm movement across plains and central forecast dates. It details how to adjust for locality by west or east of the 90th meridian, using 900 mile and 500 mile rules. It notes Foster's Weather Bureau in Washington, D C as contact for crop weather forecasts and inquiries.
Mae E. Dewey Jones and Avory Stoner wed in Mercer Pa at First U P church parsonage with Rev J Duncan officiating. Stoner a Rose Point native, New Castle HS graduate 1923, employed by Brown and Hamilton. bride Mae E Jones is daughter of Mr Mrs John E surer of Deweyavens New Castle. Attendants unnamed. reception details omitted. Local station notes report other residents and road work near Rose Point and community visits.
In Pittsburgh on May 9 Roger Egan, 4, was wounded when a patrolman’s bullet pierced a robber’s leg and struck the child in the head. The thief Lloyd Ritchie, 22, a Black man, was captured after being found leaving a laundry with stolen clothing. The officer fired as the suspect tried to flee unseen.
Edward Young of near Princeton Station is in the New Castle Hospital suffering with a badly broken leg after a horse kicking incident. No further details available.
A man leading a colt to a stable was kicked when the animal balked. The blunt blow struck just below the knee, breaking the bone. He is expected to require several weeks for the injury to knit.
Governor Gifford Pinchot signed several bills including a measure from William J. Moffatt of New Castle. The bill allows a law violator on parole to be assessed a sum of money, and payment does not prevent later court action or imprisonment if parole violations occur.
In the New Castle district, 24 new crews have returned to work this week, 20 at Ashtabula Dockyards and four on the rounds, including Austinburg road crews with some New Castle railroaders. Freight traffic may rise as lake trade reopens, signaling mild improvement for the BE and Division area.
Trinity Church will observe Mother’s Day at services tomorrow led by Rev. Philip C. Pearson. The sermon praises motherhood as a great gift and outlines opportunities for patriotic service, aiming to deeply touch all hearts during the observance.
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