04 Sep 1930
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1930
Page
1
Captain Dieudonne Coste and Maurice Bellonte began a dawn flight from Curtiss Field to Dallas aiming to win Col. William Easterwood's 25000 prize for the first Paris to New York to Dallas flight. The scarlet sesquiplane Question Mark led the way with clear visibility as crowds cheered.
Fatalities in Lawrence county from auto accidents for the first eight months of the present year total eleven, two fewer than the same period in 1929. Coroner J P Caldwell notes last year reached thirteen by this time, with twenty one auto fatalities recorded for all of 1929, including Jefferson Winston who died after being struck near Wampum last Saturday night.
Washington voices split over the controversy as Mrs McCormick and Nye face scrutiny. Officials differ on the handling and implications of the investigation, signaling mounting political tension.
Pomeroy Colorado report states W R Athey a 45 year old gasoline station owner shot and killed one bandit during a hold up at his station while two accomplices fled. The dead bandit unnamed, officers recovered two pistols and a belt of cartridges.
Reports indicate Santo Domingo lies in ruins after a hurricane with immense property damage. The storm razed buildings and caused widespread destruction across the city. Local officials assess the toll as emergency crews survey the damage and assist survivors.
The Portersville to Elwood road near New Castle is nearing full opening with detours at Rock Springs and further south causing slow traffic. Berms are being graded, headwalls mostly done, and signs for left turns are down for repainting. Overhead signals now on the public square replace old ones.
Weather statistics for the 24 hour period ending at 9 this morning show a maximum temperature of 76 and a minimum of 48 with no precipitation. River stage stands at 4.2 feet with ice noted.
New Castle soprano Sue Harvard a New York City artist will perform in a September 30 benefit recital at the Cathedral to aid Jameson Memorial hospital. Mrs Grace Phillips Johnson chairs the organizing committee and announced the event after a planning meeting at her home.
Disaster struck in Pyapon district, 80 miles southwest of Rangoon, after a severe earthquake. Villages were demolished and crops destroyed, waterways disrupted, with many natives reported missing and casualties feared to be numerous as details remained scarce.
Dallas plans a grand welcome for Capt. Dieudonne Coste and Maurice Bellonte, first to fly Paris to New York non stop. Crowds gather at Love Field as army and civilian planes escort them north toward the Oklahoma border. A $25,000 prize offered by Col. William Easterwood Jr. awaits if the 1800 mile flight is completed within 72 hours of departure.
Highland United Presbyterian Church will host the First Synod of the West meeting from September 22 to 24. Delegates from seven presbyteries spanning Pittsburgh to Buffalo and Rochester are expected, with about three hundred attendees. Retiring moderator Rev. R Harlan MacCartney of Sharon and speakers Dr Harris E Kirke of Baltimore Dr George A Butterick of New York City and Col Raymond Robins of New York are listed. Reports will cover boards of the Seminary and Westminster College.
The Lawrence County Garden Club prepares for a major Flower Show at Carnegie auditorium on Sept 10 and 11. Hours are 2 to 10 p m on Wednesday and 10 a m to 10 p m on Thursday. President Mrs David Ritchie leads planning with New Bedford and Edenburg clubs aiding. Entries urged, blooms to be in showrooms the night before to dodge opening day confusion.
Andrew Mazur 63 of 112 Wilder Avenue Charles Dunkerly 29 Mercer R D G John McIntire 38 Struthers Mrs Felicia B Frew 70 Portersville Thomas Patterson Holliday 86 North Liberty all appear in a local death record notice listing names ages and residence.
Washington reports a tropical hurricane that devastated Santo Domingo yesterday may hit Cuba's northern coast and then head toward the Florida Straits within 24 to 36 hours. The weather bulletin cites radar and ship reports as guidance for the perilous path ahead.
Registrars in different townships and boroughs are returning their books to the county commissioners office. They had taken out the volumes last spring and spent Tuesday and Wednesday at polling places to register missed or new arrivals. County officials will then determine how many are eligible to vote outside the city this year. Party affiliations are recorded at registration.
Senate committee adjourned its two day session into Ruth Hanna McCormick's campaign expenditures until September 15. Senator Nye refused to be intimidated by private detectives and denounced the tactics used to shadow the committee members. The chairman, investigated himself, went on vacation to Wisconsin.
Voters of New Castle begin registration for the November 4 ballot with polls opening at seven and closing between nine and eleven. Additional registration days are September 16 and October 4. All voters must register regardless of party or prior registration, presenting a current county tax receipt. City receipts are not valid for registration.
Special correspondent recalls France expelling William Randolph Hearst after a published remark. The piece notes French demeanor, the seriousness of government actions, and the humor contrasted with national pride as Hearst faces diplomatic rebuke.
President Hoover plans four speeches in six days to defend his administration and attempt to preserve the GOP majority. He will address the American Bankers’ Association in Cleveland on October 2, the American Legion and AFL in Boston on October 6, and the Sesqui Centenn ial celebration at Kings Mountain near Gastonia, North Carolina on October 7.
A tropical hurricane devastates Santo Domingo. About 300 killed and 900 injured as the city center is ruined and debris fills streets. Buildings crumpled, bridges damaged, radio towers down, and refugees seek food and clothing amid chaos.
Poetic piece celebrates harvest time and outdoor cooking as roasting ears, sizzling dogs, and marshmallows bring simple pleasures. It invites readers to enjoy warm days, cool nights, and relaxed cycles as spring and summer arrive.
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