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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Nov 30, 1908

Page

8

Smith McKnight Dies Suddenly at 54

Smith McKnight, a prominent farmer living between Eastbrook and Neshannock Falls, died Monday morning from a stroke after being found unconscious in a barn Saturday. He was 54, survived by his wife, mother, two brothers John and Thomas, two sisters, and is to be interred at Neshannonk cemetery. Funeral Tuesday at 11. Interment in Neshannonk cemetery.

New Wilmington McKnight John McKnight Eastbrook Thomas Neshannock Falls Carl Fisher Mary McKnight Neshannock Cemetery Westminster Scholastics

World retracts Kaiser interview synopsis over factual doubts

The New York World retracts its published synopsis of Dr. Hale's Kaiser interview, saying no convincing basis of fact exists. It notes confusion over manuscript circulation and asserts the Kaiser did not utter some attributed phrases, expressing sincere regret.

New York New York World This the World Kaiser Wilhelm Century Magazine William Bayara Hale Paris Hale New York Times Kaiser William C. Reich the Times Order of the Crown

Hamlin the Clever Rochester Auctioneer Impresses New Castle

W P Hamlin of Rochester N Y conducts a sale at Hanna s store in New Castle and earns praise as the most competent auctioneer yet to visit the city. He has led several prior sales here with success and his good nature and witty sayings win friends during his stay.

W. P. Hamlin Rochester N. Y Hanna New Castle Manlin

Terrific Floods Hit Southwest United States Markets

Terrific rains in the Southwest have left seven people dead and seven missing as rivers rise in Oklahoma Texas southern Missouri and southern Kansas. The flood district grows daily with some rivers swelling about an hour and about 5000 people homeless after nearly 30 hours of continuous rain.

Guthrie Okla Oklahoma Texas Missouri Kansas

Miss Winifred Fielding Hosts 14th Birthday Turkey Dinner

Miss Winifred Fielding, aged 14, celebrated her birthday Sunday with a turkey dinner at 6 o clock. Tables were set for 10 guests and music was provided by Caroline Bear and Berma.

Winifred Fielding Caroline Bear Berma

Deaths of the Day Mary McFarland and James C Trapper

Mary McFarland 86 of this city died Sunday at 122 Court street after a long illness. She leaves two sons George S and Chester R, a daughter Mrs Hilderbrand, a brother Kinsey Jordan, and a Baptist Church ties. James C Trapper 78, formerly of Croton, died Thursday in Evans City Kansas. funeral is Tuesday at 2:30 at his brother in law William Cox’s home with interment in Greenwood.

Solomon Hilderbrand Court Street Mary McFarland Robert McFarland McFarland Lawrence County Hilderbrand United Baptist Church Harlensburg George S. McFarland Chester R Tampa Florida Kinsey Jordan Washington Township Baptist Church Harlansburg Evans City Kans James C. Trapper Mr. Trapper Croton Croton Works Company I New Jersey Volunteers Lutheran Church William Cox West Grant Street Greenwood Cemetery

Widow of Shipman Douthitt Dies in Beaver Falls

Mrs. Sarah Douthitt widow of Shipman N. Douthitt died at Dr. William Raymer residence 13805 Fifth avenue Beaver Falls around 1 o clock Saturday. She leaves a daughter Mrs. Carrie Raymer. Born in Big Beaver township in 1845 she lived in Beaver Falls since 1870. Funeral Monday at 2 with private interment in Beaver cemetery.

Sarah Douthitt Shipman N. Douthitt William Raymer Fifth Avenue Beaver Falls Carrie Raymer Big Beaver Township Major W. H. Power Beaver Cemetery

Death of Georgie Evaline Gibbons at age 3

Mr and Mrs Frank Gibbons of Loraine Street mourn the death of their daughter Georgie Evaline Gibbons aged 3 years 2 months 26 days born September 3 1905. Death caused by pneumonia with funeral Tuesday at 9 am at the family residence and burial in West Liberty Cemetery.

Frank Gibbons Lorain Street Georgie Evaline Gibbons West Liberty Cemetery

Miss Bowser Resumes Duties at Prudential Office

Miss Flossie Bowser returns to duties at the Prudential Insurance office on North and Mer cer streets after nearly three weeks of illness.

Flossie Bowser North Mercer Streets Prudential Insurance Office

Hear the famous Bostonia Orchestra tomorrow night

A well known Bostonia Orchestra is set to perform tomorrow night in a public concert. Music lovers are invited to attend as the ensemble showcases its signature classical program at the city venue.

Keystone Orchestra Pittsburg Keystone Bostonia Orchestra

Water resources of country demand thorough investigation

The United States Geologic Survey urges expanded water resources investigations to wisely use the nation’s supply. Flood losses run into hundreds of millions annually, while hundreds of millions more may be needed for river improvements and irrigation. A national drainage and mapping effort is essential to protect and reclaim land and assure water for irrigation projects.

United States Geological Survey United States Switzerland Geological Survey Reclamation Service

Children Up for Adoption After Parents’ Demise

Minawanda Paul ine Hood and Catherine May Hood, ages ?, were placed in the custody of the Children's Aid Society of Western Pennsylvania by Judge Porter on Monday. Their mother Boston Hood died after leaving an abusive marriage. The children, once with their grandmother, are to be placed in suitable homes as the father is considered unfit due to drink.

Minawanda Pauline Hood Catherine May Hood Children's Aid Society of Western Pennsylvania Porter Boston Hood Bertha May Hood Hood Children's Aid Society

Satterlee Named Assistant Secretary of the Navy

Washington announces Colonel Herbert Satterlee of New York has been tapped to succeed Mr. Newberry as assistant secretary of the navy pending Secretary Metcalf's retirement. Satterlee is described as a man of wealth and social position with ties to J. P. Morgan.

United Press Washington Herbert Satterlee New York

Requisition for Man Accused of Read Murder

Governor Stuart honors New Jersey's request for return of Herbert Griggs arrested in Philadelphia for the murder of William Read in Cumberland County New Jersey.

Harrisburg Stuart New Jersey Herbert Griggs Philadelphia William Read Landis Township Cumberland County

Democrats Seek Writ to Halt Inauguration in Illinois

Illinois Democratic leaders meet at state headquarters in Chicago to plan obtaining a writ of prohibition to stop Gov. Deneen's inauguration. Adlai Stevenson, former Democratic challenger, will attend as the contest over the election heads to the legislature for prompt consideration.

Chicago Ilinois Deneen Adli Stevenson

Bequest Reallocated From Leslie to General Board

The Bethel United Presbyterian church receives direction that trustees split William H. Leslie bequest as $180.94 to the general board.

William H. Leslie Bethel United Presbyterian Church Board of Trustees General Board

Local Ladies Conclude Visit With Harriet Hartzell

Misses Lida Ruhe Lois Runyan Edith Hines and Bertha Endress concluded a visit with Miss Harriet Hartzell on North Beaver street after traveling from Beaver Falls Ellwood City Clarksburg West Virginia and Zelienople respectively.

Lida Ruhe Beaver Falls Lois Runyan Ellwood City Edith Hines Clarksburg W. Va Bertha Endress Zelienople Harriet Hartzell North Beaver Street

Japanese Peace Pact Signed With United States

Washington reports the new Japanese American agreement will be formally signed late today by Secretary Root and Ambassador Takahira. The notes embody long held sentiments and will be exchanged once signatures are affixed. The text will be released in Tokyo and Washington tomorrow night. Senator Cullum inspected the prepared form at the state department.

United Press Washington State Department Root Takahira Japan United States Tokio Senator Cullum Committee On Foreign Relations Department

Secretary Root Pleased by Compliments Over Japanese Agreement

Secretary of State Root expressed gratification at the compliments about the Japanese American accord after a White House exit. He commented on Woodruff withdrawing from the senatorial race and delicate talks on a voluntary navy abuses commission, noting it remains tentative and may require full-time commitment if accepted.

Washington Root White House Woodruff Navy Department

Seven Hundred Drown as Japanese Steamer Sinks

Chee Foo Nov 30 Seven hundred persons are believed drowned after a collision between Japanese steamers near the port. Vessels sank and rescuers have not yet returned with limited details. a number of European passengers are presumed among the dead.

Chee Foo

Marriage License and Social Visits Across Town

Robert Wallace of New Castle and Roberta Barnes of New Castle obtained a marriage license. Mr. and Mrs. M. Kline-Jordan of Mars, and Harry Otto of Johnstown visited Dr. and Mrs. W. L. Beal of Lea sure avenue. Mr. and Mrs. George F. King of Steubenville visited Mr. and Mrs. William Fielding of Croton avenue. Mrs. Ada Billiet is ill at her mother’s home, Mrs. Bessie Evans of Morris street.

M. Kline-Jordan Mars Harry Otto Johnstown W. L. Bea Leasure Avenue George F. King Steubenville William. Fielding Croton Avenue Ada Billiet Lonsi Bessie Evans Morris Street

Moody to Host Girls Club Delay Postpones Friday Meeting

Mrs. William F. Moody of Delaware Avenue will entertain the Girls' club Friday afternoon, December il, moving the event from next Friday.

William F. Moody Delaware Avenue Girls’ Club

Veteran Volunteer Firemen Masquerade Ball in Youngstown

New Year’s Eve features the annual masquerade ball hosted by the Veteran Volunteer Firemen in Youngstown. Members and guests are invited to attend the event at the firehouse hall to celebrate the year’s end with proceeds benefiting the department.

Youngstown

Ministers Adopt Funeral Rules In New Castle

The New Castle Ministerial Association unanimously adopted funeral conduct rules. They ban Sunday funerals except in necessity and require the officiating pastor of the deceased. They urged prompt attendance, fair pay for singers, rear-door entry for latecomers, and removal of intoxicated bearers from ministerial carriages.

New Castle Hird Cnes C. A. Leatherman Bethany Lutheran Church

Mrs J Brown Potter Enters Vaudeville Stage

New York reports that actress Mrs James Brown Potter will perform after New Year at Lincoln Square theater for a 20 week season at 2000 dollars weekly. Potter born in Louisiana, left social life for stage in 1887 and has toured the world with Kryle Bellew and company.

United Press New York James Brown Potter William Morris Lincoln Square Theater Kryle Bellew and Company Beerbolm Tree

Grass Fire Near Ray and Pittsburg Streets

A grass fire fanned by a strong wind swept along a wide stretch near Ray and Pittsburg streets. It threatened stables and barns but was stopped by strenuous efforts from the Ray Street Fire Department after an alarm at 2 05 p m. The fire line extended over 100 yards before containment.

Ray Pittsburg Ray Street

Supreme Court declines federal oversight in state rate case

The Supreme Court reverses a Virginia circuit court ruling on the two cent railway rate law. The ruling effectively dismisses federal involvement, leaving the matter to state courts. Chief Justice and Justice Brewer dissented.

United Press Washington Supreme Court of the United States Circuit Court of Virginia Rolmes State Corporation , Co Supreme Court Brewer

Mrs Marie Wilson Hosts Dinner for Misses Jordan Guests

Mrs Marie Wilson of Highland Avenue will entertain at a Tuesday dinner in honor of Miss Nell Jordan and Miss Eymna Jordan of Mars. The sisters are visiting their sister Mrs W L Beal of Highland Avenue.

Marie Wilson Highland Avenue Nell and Eymna Jordan Mars W. L. ‘Beal

Austrian Army Repulsed in Hercegovina Clash

Vienna reports indicate Austrians suffered a severe reverse in Hercegovina with up to 50,000 believed driven from interior areas after an ambush by rebels aided by Montenegrin and Serbian bands. Fighting said to be brief. Austrian reinforcements rush to the scene as a decisive engagement looms.

Vienna Frontier Herzegovina Montenegro Servia

Paris Seine and the city’s beloved vistas

A Collier’s excerpt extols Paris linking the Seine to the city’s soul. It describes a demolished public building near the Champs Elysees that ruined a cherished river view and laments the clash of art, practicality, and business in urban beauty.

Paris Seine London Thames New York Chicago Champs Elysees Collier's

Mind of Woman debate echoed in 19th century magazine

The December American Magazine article by Professor Thomas of Chicago University argues that girls can rival boys in skilled tasks, noting female success in typing and other feats. The piece contrasts early training for boys with girls learning at home, hinting at evolving views of gender roles. Also, a Beaver gathering brings Miss Flossie Lawser’s friends to town, with guests including Mr. Howarth, Mr. Wallace, their children, and Mr. Hays.

Thomas Chicago University Flossie Lawser Beaver J. P. Howarth Edward James Wallace James Geneva Hays

Berlin brewery venture ends in failure after busy yet unprofitable year

An attempt to establish a municipal brewery in Berlin produced heavy activity and good business but ultimately lost money, signaling a mal styled failure in city beer endeavors.

Berlin

Fire alarm boxes officially listed in city grid

The News publishes a compiled list by City Electrician W. Devlin detailing fire alarm boxes. Entries include locations such as Elm and Falls, Shenango Valley hospital, Jefferson and Grant. many streets across Mercer, Highland, Croton, Perry and surrounding areas with box numbers like 5 8 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 31 32 33 84 85 36 37 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 51 52 63 54 55 56 57 58 59 61 62 63 64 65 66 67 71 72 73 75 76 77 78 211 212 311 511 512.

Lawrence Glass Works Elm and Falls Streets Shenango Valley Hospital Jefferson and Grant Streets Beaver Streets Shenango Bridge Streets Grant Avenue Green Streets Jefferson White Mercer and Lincoln Avenue Highland Wallace Avenues Neshannock Avenue East Street Washington and Cochran Streets Central Station Sheridan Avenues Mill Streets Wellington Aves Pittsburg Court Streets Walnut Street Croton Avenue Vine Street Oak and Spruce Streets G. W. Miller's Martin Street Court Street East End Ray and Ridge Streets Crawford and Erie Ray Streets Pearson and Epworth Grove Street Mill & W. N. Y P. Ry Allen Streets Franklin Ave Pittsburg St Butler Avenue John Street Arlington Ave Long Avenue Carson Street George Streets Nail Mill George Street Moravia Street Tube Orchard Cedar Streets Box Factory Seventh Ward Engine House Elm Street Chain Works Second Ave Cherry St Montgomery and Lafayette Sts Carlysle and Henry Streets Rhodes Place Crawford Ave County Line Lyndal and Belmont Streets Sumimit and Lutton Streets

Chicago Pitchers Threaten Strike Over Salaries

Chicago November 30. Brown and Overall leading Chicago pitching staff threaten to strike unless salaries rise. Brown reportedly offered $5,000 to manage a semi professional club next year, a similar offer said to be extended to Overall.

United Press Chicago Brown Overall

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Smith M’knight Westminter Bunny Elliott Frank Houston James Cooper Abbie Everhart Ralph Houston Phil Donaldson Wilmington J. C. Blevins Westminster Robert Warren Mary Armstrong The Presbyterian Squire Wm. M. Francis George M. Phillips Florence Mercer J. M. Watson Presbyterian Sunday School U. P Kate Elliott Sharon Helen Biles T. W. Porter Harrisville First United Presbyterian Church Ouster Mather L. B. Mather Louis C. Mather Robert Adams WORLD Georgie EK. Gibbons Satterlee Newberry J. Pierpont Morgan the Navy Sena Torial Room Robert 1 Wallace Roberta Barnes Firemen’s Base J. Brown Potter Supreme CT U.S New York Tribune Farmer and the New Gastile Weekly News Tribune Farmer C. D. Smead America the Tribune Farmer the News Company Penna Kline Lumber & Construction CO General Contractors and Builders Hie Cs West Pittsburg Balkans River Seine the News City Electrician W. 5. Devlin W. H. Dunlap Bell Phone
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