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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 06, 1908
Page
9
The text extols Dr. Pierce’s medicines for purity and composition. It highlights alcohol free extraction using glycerine and forest roots, asserts safety and efficacy for catarrhal head and throat conditions, weak stomach liver and bronchial issues, and warns patience and fair trial while noting medical endorsements over lay testimonials.
Ellwood City council adopts a resolution to hire attorneys and seek an injunction to halt water rents until a purer supply is provided. They cite a nearby city victory and plan a special meeting on November 13 to pursue decisive action against the company.
A borough committee reports that the Baltimore & Ohio has no deeded right to Fifth Street crossings and vows to force the railroad to open and maintain the crossing. Councils may push for an undergrade crossing to give the streetcar line a heart of Ellwood, amid a falling B&O business.
The next two dances by the Tennis boys have dates set. The second dance is Friday evening November 20 and the third on Friday evening December 4. Local youths look forward to the events with interest.
J A King of Milliken and King Furniture has purchased a Cecil Johnston estate on Fountain avenue extension. The house and lot are described as among the nicest on that street, bought for speculative purposes with no plan to move in.
The regular monthly meeting of the Eworth league of the Methodist church will be held this evening at the church with substantial business on the agenda. Afterward members will enjoy social time for the remainder of the evening.
Mrs A H McElwain of Fourth Street entertained her Sunday school class from the Methodist church at her pleasant home last evening. The gathering enjoyed a very good time with light refreshments served during the evening.
J H Robel was in Pittsburg on business yesterday. P W Blocker the Seventh street jeweler was in Pittsburg Thursday. Miss Nettie Koerner of Wilkinsburg visits her aunt Mrs Shannon. W R Thompson of the Steel Car Forge works was in Pittsburg yesterday. J J Campbell returned from Coraopolis on business. Mrs Paul Whistler of Mercer visited Ellwood City Thursday. Mr and Mrs William Steel of Wayne township are visiting Mercer. Bert Stevenson, recently returned from Porto Rico, called on friends in Ellwood City yesterday. Phil J Murphy of Pittsburg, connected with Fort Pitt Supply, was in Ellwood yesterday. Joseph Cannon, elected Democratic district commissioner Tuesday, was in town yesterday.
Mrs Hiram Main of Belton near Park Gate was found dead in bed Thursday morning from heart disease. She was 48, well known in the area, had not complained of illness, and died unseen by her husband. Funeral is Sunday at 1 pm from Belton Church with burial at North Sewickley cemetery.
Ellwood City starts its bowling season on Wilkinson & Cables alleys and City Hotel teams clash as Forge dominates. Scores recount Forge 786 City Hotel 724 while individual results show Keller 155 156 146 and Wallace 188 151 164 in solid performances.
A gang works on a new switch at Wilsons Crossing near the high bridge to speed travel between New Castle and Ellwood as the Pittsburg line opens in about two weeks. The change may avoid crossing at Smiley and could alter car running times and rates, with debate over through cars looping into Ellwood City or a local from the light bridge to Ellwood for through passengers.
A state YMCA secretary visited Ellwood and praised the town as a fit site for a YMCA. He urged generous citizens to support a local branch, noting the district’s manufacturing base and the need for an evening gathering place and reading rooms for young men.
The Ellwood City aerie of Eagles held a banquet and smoker at their hall last night drawing about 200 members. The evening featured a lively program and general good will, leaving attendees pleased and eager for the next event.
The Beaver Falls pool team defeated Ellwood City by 100 to 96 in a 40 frame match at the opera house pool room on Thursday night. Ellwood City’s Gates Sharkey and Egans faced visiting Hillburt Brown and Hillard. The Ellwood team remained optimistic and plans a return game in Beaver Falls soon.
A council bill proposes licensing dogs in Ellwood City mirroring the towns nearby. Officials expect revenue and better control as many dogs roam the streets. If passed, the ordinance would take effect and enforce tags.
After days in custody two women gained release. One paid her fine in full while the other could not raise enough money and was freed when the cell door was opened.
The authorities state they will not be bothered with such prisoners and intend to jail them promptly if captured by the police.
The team will leave early Saturday morning for Wellsville to face Lor. Players are in good shape with all injuries recovered and expect a victory with a good sized traveling crowd.
The handsome house being built by Charles Burns near Burnstown nears completion and will be occupied by Mr. Burns. It is described as one of the nicest dwellings in the section.
Officer Reilley arrested H. Kennedy after he drove his wagon onto the sidewalk, mistaking it for the street. He was taken to city hall, paid his fine, and was released.
William White, an employee of the forge works, left for Pittsfield today to visit friends and hunt. He expects to land considerable game and will be away for at least three weeks.
The week of services at Slipperyrock Presbyterian Church has been very successful with strong attendance. Rev. J. D. Humphrey has led the services and done splendid work.
Utica New York November 6 James S Sherman sent to Albany for filing with the secretary of state a statement of his campaign expenses the record shows 750 to Oneida county Republican committee 500 to the state committee 50 to Harry E Devendorf and 600 in various incidentals including postage and printing with total expenses of 2800 dollars.
Chester county reports a human skeleton found by hunters in woods near Coatesville. The remains are nearly decomposed and believed to be a woman, with few other facts known at this time.
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