This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 25 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1908
Page
2
A health committee reports that Pittsburgh and McKeesport style plants prove a city this size cannot self sustain. The panel suggests running the garb age department as a regular city unit to keep costs down while preserving service.
Judge William E. Porter of New Castle rules that Treasurer Thomas Alexander is entitled to a two and one half percent commission on funds used for remodeling the county courthouse. The decision upholds the auditors stance and notes the commissioners erred in setting a one half of one percent rate for 1907 later printed as 1908. Both auditors and treasurer had aligned on the two and a half percent rate.
The Unity club will not meet Friday due to the death of Mrs. Samuel Stansfield of Moody avenue. She was the daughter-in-law of secretary William Stansfield and the essayist for the Friday evening program.
Greer mill workers will not report to Shenango mill nor join a shared shift as proposed by Bert Ross and American Tin Plate officials. Shenango workers rejected the plan 64 to 0 at a lodge meeting, and night-shift votes followed with 128 to 0 against the proposal. A growing belief is that the move aims to provoke a wage-earner conflict and disrupt local unions.
H A Kamens of Pittsburg reported missing a gold watch valued at 50 and a sum of money yesterday afternoon while inspecting a hides shipment at Slippery Rock. Police suspect a gang operating in the area, with Constable Campbell gaining a lead to arrest at least three suspects who frequented Slippery Rock and nearby towns.
The new Big Run bridge on South Jefferson Street is nearly completed and will soon open to the public. Concrete work is finished and workers are applying finishing touches, promising a strong enduring structure for Lawrence County.
Miss Sue Harvard a famed Eastern Ohio vocalist and Steubenville solo soprano visits her parents on Lyndal Street. She is the guest of the Harvard family while this week she sings at the annual teachers institute.
Stewart Bailey of Sandy Lake reports a surge of new oil work in Mercer County, with multiple leases active. Wells on the Perrine, Hultz and Frost leases advance toward the sand as several companies push drilling, testing, and belt exploration amid historic gas finds and prior ventures.
The Ohio State Agricultural Experiment Farm at Wooster plans a Boardman branch six miles south of Youngstown. Ten acres of land have been leased and farming will begin next spring.
A German band of uncertain musical qualities paraded the Fifth ward yesterday afternoon. Selections including Harrigan were rendered at the corner of South Mill street and Long avenue for the benefit of local residents.
Mrs W J Parks and her daughter Miss Gertrude of Charter Street have returned after a three months stay at Colorado Springs for Miss Parks health. The trip greatly benefited Miss Parks and her health.
Harry Wettich and wife Myrtle Wettich of Home Street were serenaded Tuesday evening by a large crowd of young folks. Both the serenaders and the entertained couple greatly enjoyed the pleasant event.
School children at three Fifth ward buildings enjoy their vacations with football games and nutting parties as favorite diversions during the week.
D. J. Jones assistant auditor of Youngstown visited the southern part of the city yesterday as a guest of his brother in law W. H. Davis and the Davis family of Philips street.
Mr and Mrs J Will Neff and family of South Mill street joined a large city turnout at the Pittsburg exposition yesterday for a day trip and viewing.
A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. George Jones of Division Street.
George Crossman of Sutton street is reported quite seriously ill. Harold Reed of Maitland street was listed as sick yesterday. Miss Blanche Elson of Grimes street has concluded a brief trip to Pittsburg. Mrs. Daniel Clark of South Mill street left yesterday for a stay in Vol ant. Will Fisher of South Mill street, who
A simple external liquid promises immediate relief from severe itching. A drop or two of oil of wintergreen in D. D. D. Prescription is claimed to alleviate itch instantly and is guaranteed by witnesses who have seen numerous cures. Street-level testimonials note cures in Mill and Washington streets.
Several residents are listed as ill or convalescent with multiple visits noted. Jack Foster of West Pittsburg hosted Fifth ward friends while Phil Davis and Frank Edgar on South Mill street remain ill or confined at home. Grace Merchant from Philips street spends time in Warren with Miss Helen Simpson convalescing after a brief illness. Harry Edwards of Mercer Pa visited Mahoningtown, Helen Allen finished a stay in Struthers, Miss Catherine Layton felt indisposed briefly, Mrs. James Smith returned from Struthers visit, Miss Grace Jenkins returned from Marshallville, John Lewis from Moravia street recovers from serious illness, George Prosser returns to work at Pennsylvania Engineering, James Moore and wife visit from Hammond Indiana, Tom Riley recovers from a quarry injury and can work.
Chief John L. Rockey of the bureau of industrial statistics outlines cement growth from 7,955,669 barrels in 1901 to 21,451,495 barrels in 1907, valued at $20,109,468 with 11,052 workers earning $5,849,128. He notes cement replacing lumber and stone in bridges and construction, signaling a bright future.
Members of the Cleveland Automobile Club on a reliability run reached Youngstown at noon today after departing Cleveland.
An old newspaper advertisement touts Grove’s Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets claiming a cold cure in one day with Crees refund if it fails. The ad features Grove’s signature and a 25 cent price.
Rayser reports visitors to town including Terrell and Kauffman inspecting rural routes. Families from Polk Leesburg and Eastbrook travel, while Mrs Holibaugh visits relatives before returning home. Dan Harry leads a Republican marching club plan to attend New Castle rally on Friday October 23 with a train arranged.
October 15 report from Chicago states 13 year old Joseph Donnersberger is dying from two stab wounds inflicted by a boy playmate. 12 year old Frank McCarthy, son of a policeman, is detained during the investigation.
A Pyramid Pile Cure testimonial describes long lasting piles and a past operation with relief after use. The ad claims a fifty cent price per box and offers a free trial package by mail to provide proof of value.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.