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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1908
Page
2
The piece argues that thousands of operations on women in hospitals are unnecessary and could be avoided, highlighting concerns about overuse of surgical procedures and the pen dreads facing such practices.
Letters from readers praise Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for severe female troubles and avoided operations. The ad cites Mrs Barbara Base of Kingman and Mrs Arthur House of Moorestown along with a 30 year history of roots and herbs as a remedy for displacement inflammation and other gynecologic issues. Mrs Pinkham invites sick women to write for advice from Lynn Mass.
George Bupp of 387 Finch Street sustained a fall yesterday afternoon that nearly tore off a portion of his right ear. He was taken to a Long Avenue surgeon where the fragments were sewn back, with hopes they will unite without leaving a visible scar. The injury was very painful.
Dr. R. G. Roscamp leads preparations for the dedication Thursday evening December 3. The exterior of the new church is complete and interior finishing touches are underway.
A service preparatory to the observance of the Lord's supper was held yesterday evening at Fourth Presbyterian Church South Jefferson Street led by Rev W G McConnell with Rev EB R Tait of Wampum preaching. Communion will be observed Sunday morning at 11 o'clock.
Word from the Fifth ward reports Frank Lane of Summit Street has arrived safely in California after leaving New Castle ten days ago. He secured a good position on a large fruit farm in the far west.
Albert Hunter of East Long avenue reports a fruitful hunting trip through Butler County. He backs his claim with a game bag containing several rabbits captured during the voyage through the state’s hunting grounds.
John Hassell, newly elected Mercer County commissioner, is a well known Fifth Ward figure who has visited the city multiple times. He is a cousin of Mrs. S. W. Lewis of East Long Avenue.
Work on the new Fifth ward storm sewer has advanced to Phillips street with a branch line under construction. Over 100 workers are currently on the project as crews push the build forward.
Bert Gray of Grimes street former employee of the Greer tin mill plating department has accepted a good position at the New Castle Stamping company plant.
Frank Allison of South Jefferson Street has recovered from a severe attack of typhoid fever after weeks of critical illness. His condition had remained critical for some time.
Frank Porter moves his family to East Long. George Barnes transacts business in Pittsburg. John Davis recovering from illness on Moravia. Grif Davis visits Youngstown. David Welsh to spend Sunday in Pittsburg. Miss Maria Downley visits Lowellville. David Franklin changes residence to Hamilton. David Francis to spend Sunday with friends in Fifth ward. Frank Crossman visits Pittsburg. Miss Miriam Hess returns from Pittsburg. David Edwards improves after illness. John Harrison out of danger. Miss Mary Lewis recovering on sick list. Miss Carrie Alton visits Youngstown. Miss Emma Reese convalescent. Miss Mary Truman to visit Pittsburg. John Sanders recovering slowly. Harry Thomas on vacation from Standard Steel Car plant. Fred Daniels visits from Sharon. John Michaels visits Pittsburg from East Long Avenue.
Fresh creamery butter at 380cc per pound. Tub oysters priced at 30 cents per quart. Eggs available at 25 cents per dozen. East Side Butter Co. located at 70 Pittsburg Street.
Ellwood City officials vow to battle the water company over filtration and water quality. The borough seeks a filtration plant before renewing any contract, noting poor river water when rains and urging action to protect taxpayers and ensure clean supply.
A hunting party including B. R. Ross M. P. Riley Dr. Anderson George Fike and Chal Grandy hunted rabbits at Camp Run yesterday and secured a good number. Ellwood residents report plentiful rabbit game this fall and hope for a light snow to aid tracking, as dry weather makes chasing rabbits hard for dogs.
A large crowd attended the Tenn's club first fall dance at the Hotel Lawrence last evening. Steven son's orchestra provided the music as couples danced to waltz and two step on a smooth waxed floor, making for a pleasant, well attended social event.
The borough solicitor and sewer committee review several sites for a planned sewage disposal plant to serve Ellwood City and future growth. They aim to acquire land at a fair price to avoid price hikes, and will start work once a location is secured and approved by council in order to comply with state requirements.
A large crowd is expected for a ten round bout at the opera house featuring Black Bill vs Black 7 of New Castle. Preliminary six round bouts include Young Papke and Thomas McDonald, both of New Castle, and Thomas Pa of New Castle vs Jack Souders of Hubbard Ohio. Curtain raiser will be a wrestling match between Willie Riley and Thomas McNeice. Both principals are reported in good condition and a close fight is anticipated likely to go the distance.
Louis Seigler alias Goldstein faced charges of cheating and defrauding Edward Kane of a $30 hotel bill. After arrest in Monessen, he settled the debt with costs at the Lawrence hotel and was released by Squire Kelley.
W. W. Seidel, a noted liveryman, has opened a new hack line between the street car depot and Ellwood City hotels. A hack now meets every arriving car at the terminal and transfers passengers to any point in town. The service is already well patronized.
Manager Erheart announces a game with the Crimson team of Beav er Falls at the ballpark next Saturday drawing a large crowd. New Castle declined after demanding 34 dollars, deemed too high for the venue.
The pool team from Opers House pool parlors prepared for a significant match facing a strong rival. Local supporters anticipate a competitive contest with skilled players likely to show sharp shooting and precise breaking.
Ranged to play Beaver Falls who won the contest here Thursday night at that place next Thursday evening. Efforts are underway to arrange a game here for either Monday or Tuesday with a local team. The pool contests draw strong interest.
Willing Workers of the Presbyterian church worked Friday afternoon to finish arrangements for a bazaar and supper in the Stiefel block on Lawrence Avenue. The room was garnished with decoration and a large crowd is expected for the event.
The high school team will face Rochester at Rochester next Saturday afternoon with strong indications of a large turnout from supporters and community.
A high school clash is announced with Beaver Falls football warriors visiting next Wednesday afternoon. Kam has traveled to New York to visit relatives. Simon Buhler of New York called on Keller Brothers, merchants on Lawrence Avenue, Friday.
S Boyle of New Castle and H G Preston of New Castle were in Ellwood Friday. Miss Lillian Herwick, J S Campbell of Butler, and Henry O Hara of Franklin were Ellwood visitors. Harry Tomlinson returned from a short visit with friends near Beaver Falls. Sunday services will be held at all churches at the usual hour tomorrow. Mrs J W Mattack and a son Wil
Judge A W Williams of Mercer county Friday revoked the license of Charles L Rader proprietor of the Hotel Humes in Mercer. Rader was charged with selling liquor to two Grove City college students minors.
Advertisement notes that LAXATIVE BROMO Quinine Tablets claim to cure a cold in one day. The box bears Dr. W. Grove’s signature and promises a refund if it fails. Price listed as 25 cents.
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