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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1908
Page
2
Policeman Augustine pursues two smooth Italian con artists who seized a youth with $90 claiming it would be part of a $700 charity legacy shown to a priest. The con men vanished with the money after luring a working man into a charity scheme, leaving authorities to hunt the trio.
Advertising copy promises a one day cure for a cold using Laxative Bromo Quinine Tablets. Druggists refund money if it fails to cure. E W Grove's signature is on each box. Price 25 cents.
Mrs J Thomas of the Real Welsh Ladies choir received a pleasant surprise from friends at David Lloyd’s Pollock Avenue home before leaving for Youngstown. Thomas Edwards spoke for the group and presented a plain gold ring. Mrs Thomas has many Fifth ward relatives and friends.
John Rader of South Jefferson street, a steel mill employee, slipped on railroad tracks yesterday and sprained his ankle severely. Two large ligaments were torn and he is off work for at least two weeks.
A large Fifth ward crowd traveled to Youngstown for a Royal Welsh Ladies' choir concert at the Park Theatre. The program mirrored the Emanuel church performance and drew a sizable attendance.
Miss Winifred Shaffer of East Division street entertained a small party of friends at her home. The evening featured games and instrumental music plus light refreshments at the close.
John Phelps of East Pittsburg formerly in the Fifth ward is visiting friends in the southern part of the city. He once worked at the steel mill and now holds a good position with the Westinghouse Air Brake Company.
Ivor Taylor of 128 Galbreath Avenue sustained two badly injured feet when a heavy delivery wagon ran over him while he played in the street. A physician dressed the injuries.
Ss. C. Bowman, record clerk at the South Mill street freight offices of the Baltimore and Ohio, enjoyed a short vacation yesterday and is now moving from the West side to Milton street.
Local notices recount residents visiting Pittsburg Sharon and Ellwood City Miss Susie Thomas Edith Franks Kate Murdoch and Kate George return or visit relatives. Several residents on the sick list recover or convalesce including Will Woodcock Ralph Jenkins and Mrs Harry Jones plus staff at the B and O office and P E C plant.
The Grove City National Bank, depository for the school savings fund, provides teachers with penny stamps sold to pupils for a penny each. Students paste stamps in folders, then deposit them at the bank to receive a savings pass book earning 4 percent interest yearly.
Portland Maine father testifies six year old daughter weakened by measles and pneumonia recovered after Vinci treatment. Doctor impressed by rapid improvement, guidance to continue. Vinci claimed to boost appetite strengthen digestion and blood. Sold in New Castle by Paisley’s Pharmacy.
In view of frequent check forgeries against New Castle merchants the Business Men's exchange should meet to devise safeguards. Victims rarely report swindles, so sharing experiences on forging methods can help others. Forgers use lithographed checks with firm names. banks require ID and early morning checks from strangers should raise caution.
New drilling surges in the Sandy Lake oil field amid renewed activity. Stewart Baily of Sandy Lake opened the field with a first well on Daniel Perrine farm yielding 20 barrels in 24 hours. Bradford interests east of the field lease hundreds of acres to be tested this fall, while historic gas finds along South Sandy creek spark renewed prospecting in Mercer County.
James McBurney, aged 89, died yesterday at his residence near Poland. The obituary notes his long life and local ties, with no further details on survivors or funeral arrangements provided in the excerpt.
A reader testimonial claims the Pyramid Pile Cure relieves long standing piles and itching quickly. It describes suppositories, easy use, and a no cost trial offer by mail from the Pyramid Drug Co. at Marshall Michigan with a regular 50 cent package available through local druggists.
A movement grows to pay railroad workers every two weeks instead of monthly. The change would replace pay cars with checks, and New Castle trainmen support the plan for local lines.
Local brief mentions residents visiting relatives and guests staying with friends in Youngstown New Castle Conway Pittsburg Ellwood City and Center Avenue. October 29 Baraca class at Mora via Presbyterian church and a radiator injury at work noted with several local names listed among Saturday visitors in New Castle night.
Judge Porter appoints deputy constables for election day in Neshannock Township second precinct Martin Reynolds and in First Ward third precinct William Joseph and second precinct Thomas McCartney. S. H. McCready resigns as registering assessor in Big Beaver first precinct. Robert Dawson named to fill vacancy. W. V. Johnston resigns as inspector in Hazel Dell. Elmer Morrow appointed to fill vacancy.
The committee overseeing Youngstown Hallowe'en festivities has ordered 2000 pumpkins. The large purchase aims to supply decorations and events during the celebration.
Miss Mary Harvard off Lyndal Street has returned after visiting relatives in Sewickley.
Official word says Senator La Follette will be one of the speakers during Taft's upcoming visit in Youngstown next Monday. The announcement confirms his participation among invited speakers for the event.
A large Republican rally was held last night in Lowellville drawing a broad audience and highlighting party advocacy. Leaders spoke on campaign themes and local issues, energizing attendees for upcoming elections.
Dr. J. S. Leonhardt of Lincoln Neb stresses internal treatment for piles and promotes Hem-Roid as the first internal cure. He claims a 98 percent success rate and offers it with a guarantee at Neely's in New Castle Pa and through the Leonhardt Co in Buffalo N Y.
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