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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1925
Page
15
Vivid appeal warns New Castle families face neglect and starvation of orphans and infants due to caretaker poverty. It condemns neglected mothers and drifting youths as social menaces, claiming civic progress and true religion will fail unless aid is provided. Public appeal urges immediate action to fill the chest.
Free patients and days highlighted for the year with 20 700 hospital days of which 9 400 were free. Directors listed include John P. Lockhart J Norman Martin Edwin F Norris Geo D Blair Sr T C Post Fred L Rentz and Chester P Reynolds. A goal of 12 500 needed to serve New Castle next year.
The Almira Home shelters 41 elderly women aged 63 to 88 with 45 others awaiting admission. In its thirty-fifth year, the institution seeks 97 500 for 1926 maintenance. Directors include Mrs J L Stratton President and Mrs H C Harper Vice President.
The Associated Charities outlines its mission to blend care with prevention through health crusades in 56 schools and clinics. Last year it distributed 5,000 quarts of milk, made 1,000+ clothing and food gifts, and conducted 600 visits across nearly 100 families representing ten nationalities. The report lists 320 dormitory residents, 1164 placed in positions, 49,444 meals, 283 health exams, 165 gym enrollments, and extensive training and recreation programs, plus 1,104 visits and 1,722 interviews through the International Institute Branch.
The Lawrence County Council tally lists 146 members in the council, 1 110 total with 37 scoutmasters and 31 assistant scout masters. Board members include D S Pyle as president and Marcus Feuchtwanger and John C Taggart among others. The Home supports children of all creeds amid distress and a $6 000 figure is cited for funds and leadership roles.
The Salvation Army has aided indigent humanity since 1882 through faith hope and practical help. Last year 1100 religious services touched 15000 people aiding 100 families supplying 250 meals and 50 Christmas baskets. Four thousand dollars will declare dividends in service to untold numbers. Directors include Hon. Judge S. Plummer Emery chairman and a long slate of officers and trustees.
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