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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1908

Page

6

Samuel McBurney Dies. Local Iron Worker Remembered

Samuel McBurney of 15 Maitland Street, a long time iron worker and New Castle resident born in County Down Ireland, died Monday noon after a week of illness. He was about 67, survived by his daughter Mrs. James Rae and siblings Robert McBurney Mary J. Craig Margaret McBurney and Archie McBurney. Funeral Wednesday at 2 p.m. at his home with interment in Greenwood Cemetery.

Ireland New Castle Samuel McBurney Maitland Street County Down

Attempted self harm with acetic acid in New Bedford

In a despondent episode Sunday Frank Morehouse swallowed a large dose of acetic acid amid suicidal intent. He told his sister Molly Campbell, a physician saved him. His mother had died months earlier, and he had been grieving. He is recovering after treatment.

Frank Morehouse New Bedford Molly Campbell

Hospital Notes On Local Work Injuries

Harry Johnson of 721 Pennsylvania Avenue, a steel mill employee, suffered heavy back bruises Saturday night when a crane block struck him and was taken to the hospital. William Robertson, a steam-fitter for a local firm, was admitted with a badly burned hand from escaping steam.

Harry Johnson Pennsylvania Avenue William Robertson

Marriage License Notice for Frangell and Ross

A marriage license is reported for Joseph Frangell of New Castle and Sandrin Ross of Taylor, with the couple listed as license applicants.

Joseph Frangell New Castle Sandrin Ross Taylor Two

Reckless Autoist Puts On Display in City Streets

Policeman C. C. Horner stops a speeding chauffeur named BE. G. Green after a chaotic chase through Mercer, Washington and Jefferson streets. The car reached about 40 mph before slamming into a corner and zigzagging, prompting a reprimand from the mayor and a warning of possible stiff punishment if repeated.

Mercer Washington BE. G. Green C. C. Horner Horner Mercer Street Washington Street Jefferson Lusk

Councilmen to Inspect Poor Farm for first time

Silas N. Christie, warden, invites 35 councilmen and city officials to inspect the poor farm on Wednesday afternoon December 2. They will tour the facility and stay for dinner at 6 o'clock, marking the first general inspection extended to all councils.

Silas N. Christie Christie

James Artz Burial Service Held Saturday

Funeral services for James Artz were conducted Saturday afternoon at his brother Henry Artz’s Court street home. Dr. E. E. Higley of the First Methodist church led the service. Interment followed in Oak Park cemetery with pallbearers William H. Thomas Al Smith John Thompson Jacob Thomas H. P. Stockman and Richard Elmore.

James Artz Henry Artz Court Street E. E. Higley First Methodist Church Oak Park Cemetery William H. Thomas al Smith John Thompson Jacob Thomas H. P. Stockman Richard Elmore

Ruth Confession to Be Heard at Council Meeting

Council will hear a report from the special committee working with Attorney C. H. Akens on the Ruth confession related to the Blevins murder. The committee may seek more authority and decide on further action as councilmen push for a full investigation.

C. H. Akens Ruth Blevins

Mrs Catherine McGivern Reported in Critical Condition

A Sunday medical consultation declared Mrs Catherine McGivern of Chestnut Street suffering from a malignant disease with her condition described as critical.

Catherine McGivern Chestnut Street

Dinner at Freeman Gibson’s Near New Bedford

A pleasant Saturday dinner was hosted at Freeman Gibson’s home near New Bedford. Honored guests included Rev. B. M. Paul and his wife, along with C. C. Johnson and his wife.

Freeman Gibson New Bedford Rev B. M. Paul C. C. Johnson

Work Rushes On Croton Hill Construction

A large force of men was set to work on the Croton hill this morning and the task of paying it will be pushed to completion as rapidly as possible.

Croton Hill

Yon Yonson Collects Gifts From School Pupils

The Yon Yonson wagon of the police department, operated with Volunteers of America help and Howard Phillips at the helm, gathers clothing food and supplies from public school pupils to aid the city poor. Chief Gilmore ordered a 1 pm start. the three hour rounds will end tonight at headquarters 231/2 Washington Street.

Yon Yonson Police Department The Volunteers of America Howard Phillips Patrick Farrell Joseph Gilmore Washington Street

Rockefeller Faces Dragged Trial In Dissolution Suit

United Press reports in New York that John D. Rockefeller endured a rough session in the dissolution case before Commissioner Ferris. Federal Prosecutor Kellogg's line of questioning hints at possible criminal charges against a top Standard Oil adviser, supported by testimony showing stock in the trust funded rival acquisitions, demolitions of competitors, and rail executives as substantial Standard Oil stockholders.

United Press New York John D. Rockefeller Ferris Kellogg Standard Oil Oil Trust Standard Oil Company

Will Shoot Oil Well At Edenburg Today

At 2 o clock this afternoon a new oil well in the Edenburg field owned by the New Castle and Butler Oil company will be shot. An expert shooter will be present to perform the operation. The well, drilled recently, was good for 20 barrels a day and is expected to increase by ten to fifteen barrels daily. Twenty quarts of glycerin have been secured for the occasion. The oil sells at high prices and is used in gasoline engines without refining. The well lies about 190 yards from the street car line and attendees left the city on the 1 o clock car. glycerin was shipped from Pittsburgh.

Edenburg New Castle and Butler Oil Company Pittsburg

Memorial Service At St John’s Church

The yearly memorial service for St John’s Evangelical Lutheran church members was held Sunday. The church was decorated in black with altar vestments and music matching the solemn occasion. Dr J H Miller preached a memorial sermon for the deceased in the congregation.

St. John‘s Evangelical Lutheran Church J. H. Miller

Claim Father Deserted His Children in Petition

A petition to the court states that Paul and Robert Wilson, whose mother is dead, have been deserted by their father Walter Wilson. Judge Porter is asked to determine a disposition and it is likely efforts will be made to place the children in suitable homes. Both children are described as bright.

Paul Robert Wilson Walter Wilson Porter

Snyder notices Jennie Snyder quits board

Jennie Snyder leaves residence and departs from bed and board. She will not be responsible for any debts contracted after this notice. Signed by John P. Snyder.

Jennie Snyder John P. Snyder

Mrs Mary Preaster Called to City by Father Illness

Mrs Mary Preaster of South Shar on has been called to her home by the illness of her father Myron Stark of 172 East Division Street. Friends will be glad to learn of an improvement in his condition.

Mary Preaster South Sharon Myron Stark East Division Street

Epworth M E Plans Friday Prayer Meeting at Alma Home

Friday evening at 7 30 the Epworth Methodist congregation will conduct a prayer meeting at the Al mira Home.

Epworth M. E Almira

Day Court Order Disregarded in Custody Dispute

Martin Pyle and wife seek enforcement of a court order regarding the custody of Vera Laura Newell. They allege Frank P. Newell and Cassandra Newell moved the child to Youngstown and restricted access. Judge Porter issued a rule. hearing set for Monday, November 30.

Martin Pyle Frank P. Newell Cassandra Newell Newell Vera Laura Newell Pyle Youngstown Porter

So hot and so sold woolen fabrics headline

Dollar a yard 54 inch Shadow Check Panamas in Navy Blue or Brown 65c. Dollar twenty-five 56 inch Bar Check Worsteds 75c. Mixes dark multicolor ceviot diagonal weave. $1.25 Worsteds Tie considered best value in years. Table of $1.25 Shadow Stripe serge suitings 50 inches wide $1.00. Navy Copenhagen Pea cock Garnet Golden Brown. Striped wide Woolens $1.00 in Green Grey Brown Blue for skirts coats or children's coats 56 inches wide and all wool.

Copenhagen

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