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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1925
Page
23
The article quotes Anne Parish, prize winning novelist, arguing that unselfishness in mothers often harms both giver and recipient. Parish, described as wholly feminine and softly spoken, was raised in southern tradition and has led a gentle life.
Six workmen escaped serious injury after a match ignited gasoline in a Groves street excavation at Gardner & Son station. A ten to twelve foot pit caught fire and was quickly controlled by fire crews though a pump and station equipment were damaged. The six men S E Rayhauser Thomas Erwin Robert Bord Lewis Douds Warren Dean and Thomas Sweeney narrowly avoided harm.
In North Philadelphia gunfire erupted as four detectives pursued young bandits. One suspect, John Green aged 19, was killed. another, John O Rourke, was wounded in the abdomen and in precarious condition. The two other suspects escaped. The dead and wounded were taken to St Joseph hospital.
Winter came to the east with early snow covering streets in New York and nearby areas. Thermometers near freezing, colder outlying districts report lower temperatures. Charities organize coal assistance for the poor amid the anthracite strike. Jersey City weighs municipal operation of a dormant Luzerne mine.
A columnist quips about political campaigning as the county heads toward Tuesday night. Rumors swirl about candidates Jones and Splifkins amid chatter of jail, theft, and home life, then counsels voters to follow their conscience and ignore sensational talk as the weather remains fine at forty two.
William Ross known as Willie the Wop was sentenced to twenty years at Clinton prison Dannemora for robbery. He claimed his police chief killing confession was false and made to gain a lighter sentence.
Baltimore October 31 General Felix Angus veteran newspaper publisher died at his home after a long illness aged 85 He survived the Civil War and was longtime publisher of the Baltimore American
Police hunt two gunmen who robbed a Toledo branch of the Ohio Savings and Trust yesterday night, escaping with 16089. Investigators suspect seasoned criminals and possibly George Dutch Anderson helped plan the hit. The raid, at gunpoint, forced two clerks and four patrons into a vault before the culprits fled as an officer patrolled nearby.
The truck of T. H. Hitchcock driven by Ed. Ritty of 814 Porter Street was struck by a machine bearing license 172-485 at the Wallace Avenue North Beaver Street intersection this morning, per police report.
The News appeals to city and county election boards to call in returns as soon as available from every precinct. After the recent primary boards cooperated well, and prompt reporting is asked again to determine the election outcome. Call 4000 with precinct results as they come in.
The Federal Church Council issued a second report reaffirming devotion to prohibition and stating the dry law has yielded results justifying adoption. The council emphasized its unequivocal support amid misunderstandings over the prior report and condemned opponents' criticisms.
London reports the League of Nations will investigate France for its bombardment of Damascus. A league rep has allegedly departed Geneva to oversee the inquiry while Britain waits for action before demanding reparations for British property. The recall of General Sarrail draws prominence as Syria’s crisis grows.
Pittsburgh police patrol the city hunting Frank Scardamagiia for the grocer believed connected to the slaying of Francesco Iaquinto, 27, amid alleged blackmail. Iaquinto died at once. Joseph Russo, 27, was wounded and hospitalized in critical condition after a gunfight in a rear room.
City hall reports the New Castle Fireman's Relief fund is $4,841.85 richer after a state disbursement of foreign fire insurance income. The state treasurer sent the amount yesterday to the city treasury for Secretary Buchanan's account.
Philadelphia detectives raided the Madrid club arresting more than 360 guests including stage stars. Dancer Fawn Gray was served a warrant amid claims the cafe was a disorderly house. Police boarded six wagons carrying guests to the station as 46 quarts of alleged liquor were seized.
Two South Side stores the Grand Union at 1215 South Mill and the A P at 1212 South Mill were entered last night. Five cartons of cigarettes gum and candy were taken from the Grand Union while the A P case showed nothing missing. Detective C G Logan and Officer Thomas Lynch investigated and found entry by a rear transom at the Grand Union and cellar access at the A P. Neighbors heard noises that spooked the thieves. Police believe the act was done by young men.
The New Wilmington Gas company begins constructing a pipeline from the North Liberty gas field to New Wilmington. It will connect with the J.8. Martin farm well near Volant, a heavy producer in operation for fourteen years. Plans call for drilling more wells on the Martin farm.
In Beaver Falls Pennsylvania a 30 year old Mt Washington Black man John Williams was found dead on railroad tracks with a fractured skull. Police believe murder and say the body was placed on the tracks. Earlier a 25 year old Black man Harry Boone was found on the same tracks and exhumation failed to confirm cause. Thirteen arrests related to the Williams case have been made.
A trolley wire broke and fell onto the rail on South Mill street near Washington during the Hallowe en observance. Police kept crowds back until Electric Company workers repaired the damage. no injuries were reported. Mrs Emma R Butz of Ambridge and Gerald Butz visiting Moody avenue are mentioned in nearby notes.
Saturday results are released after five o'clock. Fans should call 22 or 160 until 16 30 hours and from 18 30 hours on call 175 for football scores.
Halloween observations in New Castle showed a larger crowd in the streets but fewer organized festivities compared with recent years. Police reported steady chasing of mischief makers and widespread property damage from porch swings to furniture hung on poles, underscoring a belief that organized celebrations reduce loss.
In Syracuse on October 31 George Dutch Anderson a famed bandit linked to the $93 000 Buffalo bank robbery and two messenger deaths was reportedly spotted. A man identified as Crawford told police he recognized the outlaw at the Onondaga cafeteria during breakfast.
Obituary fragment lists Nettie Leese Mra 65 Wilkinsburg and Sir John Frank Ravnjak 49 Bessemer with associated names Stanley Rutka 12 and Karline Smith 6 and addresses 309 Rigby Street Pittsburgh and Pittsburg. Missing details and context present.
Mitchell defense shifts to challenge the process of the trial claiming War Department misconduct and Army procedure violations. Rep Frank Reid leads the effort to quash but the motion fails as the court rules president cannot be responsible for the actions. The plan contemplates subpoena of President Coolidge to testify.
County commissioners distribute the ballots for the upcoming Tuesday election. Ballots list five parties Republican Democratic Socialist Prohibition and Labor. Voters may cast a straight party ticket by marking an X beside a party. A second item asks to annex part of Neshannock township to New Castle, bounded by Mercer street City Line Locust street extension and a line 230 feet north of the city line.
A playful note urges careful spelling for accurate copying and claims top stenographers can be found in a small help wanted column via a classified ad. It underscores precision in letter work and invites readers to inquire within.
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