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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1925
Page
1
Recovery of a head and parts of clothing in the Lawrence county murder case advances the investigation. County Detective J. M. Dunlap led the effort that retrieved the head yesterday afternoon, with the preserved features possibly aiding identify the deceased.
Harrisburg police rushed a fatally wounded husband to the hospital after a quarrel at 548 Maclay Street ended with his wife being killed. The man telephoned for an ambulance saying he was shot, and authorities proceeded with the investigation as details continued to unfold.
Arthur Memeter describes a heavy field and misty rain foreseeing a tough game. The scene is a muddy day with a crowded stand, wet ball, and slippery footing as players charge, with wind and weather shaping a likely fierce scrap amid forecasts of rain.
John R. McQuigg of Cleveland Ohio was elected national commander by 655 of 962 on the first ballot at Omaha Neb. Howard P Savage and I K W Spafford trailed. Savage moved for a unanimous vote and cheering followed as McQuigg acknowledged the request. He began his military career as a cadet at Wooster College.
International News Service reports that air mail pilot Charles H. Ames missing since October 1 over Pennsylvania will have no search abandonment. Charles P. Wyge, superintendent of air mail, says the hunt continues from DuBois to the Ohio-Pennsylvania line despite rumors of halted efforts. Authorities deny any claim Ames carried over a million dollars in mail on his westbound trip.
A world series ticket scalper, Mickey Bushrod, was chased to the White House and arrested inside. Police found 19 tickets in his possession tied to the White House allotment. He posted 160 collateral which was later forfeited. Families from Marshall and Mayer avenues traveled to Pittsburgh for the games.
The Shenandoah inquiry resumes after Col onel Billy Mitchell declines to face naval officers. Mrs. Margaret Lansdowne named chief witness after initial claim her husband Zachary Lansdowne was sacrificed, then recanted. Contempt risks loom as naval officers pursue possible court action. proceedings hinge on high level conferences on phase two.
MITCHEL FIELD N Y Oct 9 Army and aeronautical officials investigate the crash of the experimental plane in the aviation derby that killed passenger Lawrence Baranelli of Hasbrough Heights N J and injured pilot Carl F Schory secretary of the contest committee of the National Aeronautical Association Baranelli had been advised not to fly with Chamberlain moments before the race began as the event continued for a second day involving hundreds of flyers
Public records show marriage licenses issued for couples including John H. Davidson of New Brighton and Laura J. Ranser of New Brighton, along with Stanley Kielow of New Castle and Teresa Sonski of Wampum, Elyjah Major of New Brighton and Bealeh Gime of New Brighton, Harry E. Klestan of Slippery Rock and Hannah B. Brevenaon of Grave City.
The News reports football results bulletin schedule for Saturday with time blocks from 5 p m to 6 50 p m and later in the evening and notes that baseball scores will also be reported. It references bulletin numbers 4000 22 150 and 176 and states football results will be bulletined as usual during the afternoon.
Mrs. Margaret Ross J Lansdowne widow of Commander Zachary T Lansdowne testifies at the naval court of inquiry in Washington blaming the Navy for the Shenandoah disaster. She says her husband opposed the flight and protested to higher officers, insisting the commanding officers were overruled and the flight proceeded.
Harrisburg Tech football team arrives this afternoon for the Saturday clash with New Castle High School warriors. The Harrisburg band and many fans follow, with about 200 adults expected to camp and a capacity crowd anticipated at Franklin Field.
In New Orleans on Oct 9 the final banishment step for Bishop William Montgomery Brown, ex Arkansas bishop, was near as the House of Bishops upheld his heresy conviction. Presiding Bishop Talbot may defer sentence. Brown remains bishop with powers until sentence. A federal court appeal could block the sentence.
Rain washed out the third game of the World Series between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Washington Senators in Washington. Commissioner Landis postponed after conditions worsened, as teams will now play three consecutive games in Washington before moving to Pittsburgh if needed. Fans faced disappointment in the rain seeking bleacher tickets.
Three persons burned to death in a three story Pittsburgh dwelling as two others escaped by leaping from a window. Firemen battled flames to recover the bodies of Joseph Williams and Mary Williams, with Mrs. Fottsr found deceased in a nearby apartment. The blaze caused severe injuries to several residents.
A small ad in our help wanted column seeks the best and most accurate stenographers. Readers are urged to secure reliable candidates via the local help wanted listings.
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