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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 09, 1907

Page

1

Murder at Edenburg: Wellendorf Held as Bauman Slaying Probed

Charles Wellendorf, nephew of Ernest Bauman, is jailed as investigators press on with the Edenburg murder case. District Attorney Young and County Detective Creighton Logan pursue motives beyond robbery while testimonies from Mrs. Alice Reeble Molly Bates and others shed light on circumstances surrounding the crime.

Charles Wellendorf Ernest Bauman Alice Reeble Molly Bates Edenbureg Young Creighton Logan Wellendorf Bauman Edenburg

Pastor Hamilton Receives Call From Sharon Church

Members of the First Presbyterian church of Sharon have extended a call to Rev. Wallace M. Hamilton of Coshocton Ohio. This is the congregation that called Rev. Albert Joseph O'Cartney of Westfield last spring.

First Presbyterian Church of Sharon Wallace M. Hamilton Coshocton Albert Joseph O'Cartney Westfield

Thumb print theory sparks murder funeral debate

At Ernest Bauman's funeral in Edenburg a Pinkerton detective named McManahan sought thumb impressions from attendees to test the Puddin'head Wilson theory. The detective used an ink pad as he questioned those present about ownership of the clothes and possible others involved.

Ernest Bauman Bauman Puddin'ead Wilson Edenburg Pinkerton J. H. Miller New Castle McManahan George Mosier John Lamm William B. Roberts John McWilliams D. P. Needler William Leeper

Mystery in Phillips Case Deepens With New Witness

Cleveland Ohio September 9 United Press reports the Phillips murder case remains unsolved a week later with Mrs Charlotte Phillips yet unarraigned and a missing murder weapon. Detective work and a possible rockefeller dig are discussed as new testimony about home life surfaces.

United Press Cleveland Phillips Charlotte Phillips Roger O'Mara Pittsburg John A. Jones Jones O'Mara Phillips Yard John D. Rockefeller Rockefeller Justice Brown McGangon

Tin Mill 15 Startup Rumor Denied by Officials

Reports among Shenango tin mill workers claimed 15 of the plant's 30 furnaces would restart next Monday. Officials deny the rumor and say no restart is planned at this time.

Shenango

John Gay Retires as Longtime Mahoning Mill Man

John Gay of Youngstown, one of the oldest mill men in the Mahoning Valley, has retired, ending decades of work in the local mills.

John Gay Youngstown Mahoning Valley

Woman admits setting Lyndal Street barn blaze in Fifth ward

Fire destroyed a Lyndal street barn on a Saturday night damaging hay grain and implements and killing one horse. William Clark confessed to starting the fire with a lighted match after visiting the DeMari home where tensions with Mrs. DeMari are suspected. Police questioned others as possible accomplices. Clark is held for arson hearing.

Lyndal Street Fifth Ward William Clark Jennie Demari Joseph DeMari Fifth Ward Hose Company Chief Connery Central Park Avenue Hainer Connery Young Clark Mr. DeMarie DeMari Clark Ranney

Young Company Reorganized by Purchasers

Reorganization of the B. A. Young company was completed Saturday by S. P. Smith and Wallace Daggett of Youngstown. They bought 112 shares from Receiver Painter, giving them control of the $20 000 capital firm. E. T. Kurtz remains president. S. P. Smith becomes secretary and general manager. Wallace Daggett is treasurer.

B. A. Young Company S. P. Smith Wallace Daggett Youngstown Painter E. T. Kurtz P. Smith Wallace Daggert Smith Brockway, Allen and Burnett Company Daggett Washburn-Crosby Company

Death Notices and Addresses for Local Residents

Death records list Gladys Miller six months old at 520 Ma honing Avenue James C Winter thirty six at 112 Locust Street Mrs Annie J Payne fifty three at 211 West Falls Street and Florence Gipe nine months at Wampum.

Gladys Miller Honing Avenue James C. Winter Locust Street Annie J. Payne West Falls Street Florence Gipe Wampum

Pres White Call School Board Meeting

President White plans a school board meeting after a majority of attendees at a community contest expressed willingness to pay or reconsider. The item signals unresolved finances and potential policy review affecting the district.

Eckles Plan Decision Delayed by Board Vote Doubts

President White of the board of education indicates a likely board meeting this week to reconsider Eckles plans. He notes some members who supported Eckles may seek another reconsideration and says he will call for further consideration despite any pledges.

White Board of Education President White Eckles

Board Weighs Eckles Plans for Approval at Special Meeting

The board plans a special meeting to decide which Eckles plan earns approval. Eckles produced two sets of plans and has not indicated a clear preference, leaving the outcome uncertain. If not called, no board meeting will occur until October.

Eckles

Earle Says Someone May Be Hurt Over Affinity Plan

Ferdinand Pinney Earle, failing to secure a divorce to marry his affinity, warns Monroe residents he will hire protection if not shielded. Townspeople expect tar and feathers near his mother’s home as he contemplates returning. Earle speculates many women could fit his needs.

United Press New York Ferdinand Pinney Earle France Izekial Paddleford Monroe Earle

Husband Charged With Desertion in Local Case

Mrs Minnie Norris filed information before Alderman Ranney accusing her husband Edward B Norris of desertion and non support of themselves and their children. Norris was arrested and jailed for a hearing.

Minnie Norris Ranney Edward B. Norris Norris

Butler school board stalls as bonds fail to attract bids

With a new $100,000 high school building partially finished, the Butler school board faces embarrassment over the failure to sell a $75,000 bond issue. Not a single bid has been received, delaying the project and reflecting budget strain.

Butler School Board

Paris gowns and lace smuggling probe shocks New York society

Treasury sleuths hunt a wealthy social figure in New York over a $40 000 Paris gown lace and millinery smuggling ring. Twenty French dressmakers are under scrutiny while authorities pursue a suspected organized syndicate and seize trunks with forged stamps.

United Press New York Treasury Department Paris United States Atlantic la Savoie

No Panic Coming Says Harriman on Market Outlook

Buffalo N Y September 9 E H Harriman declares there is no danger of a panic in the United States and dismisses daily stock fluctuations as reflections of temporary sentiment He says the true wealth and prosperity of the country are unaffected and the panic has passed.

Harriman United Press Buffalo N. Y E. H. Harriman

Woman Travels Far in Covered Wagon to Win Pension Restora­tion

Xenia Ohio September 9 Grit won her case for Mrs Harriet Anderson a widow of 57 who after a five month highway trip to and from Washington has arrived home with the assurance from the commissioner of pensions that her pension stopped 18 months ago will be restored Her old horse hitched to a covered wagon carried her along from April to Washington where lies of jealous neighbors had halted the pension and public interest along the route aided her arrival.

Xenia, O Harriet Anderson Washington Commissioner of Pensions

Hainer Arrests Treadwell News Chief Over Sunday Sales

A. W. Treadwell, manager of the Treadwell News agency, was arrested on a city ordinance charge for selling Sunday newspapers. The arrest follows the mayor A. W. Treadwell's former fine, continuing Hainer’s reform policy to give the people their fill of reform.

A. W. Treadwell Treadwell Hainer

Youngstown Car Plant Adapts with Major Expansion

A large addition to the Youngstown Car Manufacturing plant doubles production capacity, signaling a major upgrade to its operations and workforce. The new facilities extend manufacturing space and likely boost output and employment.

Youngstown Car Manufacturing Company

200 Miners May Perish in Mine Fire

Report warns of potential loss of 200 miners as a mine fire spreads. Authorities scramble rescue efforts amid dangerous conditions and thick smoke.

Mine Explosion Traps Mexican Workers. 27 Dead

In Laz Esperanzas mine Mexico an explosion caused by fire damp left about 200 miners trapped by flames. Officials report 27 killed and at least 130 injured as rescue teams struggle to reach them amid accusations of mine owner negligence.

United Press San Antonio Tex Laz Esperanzas Mexico

Bishop late for services at St Luke's A M E church dedication

Bishop Caldwell of the African Methodist Episcopal church arrived late for the dedication of St. Luke's A M E church on Elm Street. The morning service was by Rev. Ware and the afternoon by Rev. Fleming in his absence. Caldwell urged modern worship, a new grasp of affairs, and opportunities for the youth, noting most of the debt has been funded.

Bishop Caldwell African Methodist Episcopal Church St. Luke's A. M. E Elm Street Ware Beaver Falls Fleming Caldwell

Chapman Fund Money Raised at First Church

At the First Presbyterian church an appeal raised the Chapman Fund goal of $30 from the congregation. The full amount was secured quickly. Rev. Charles Bell of Slippery Rock preached two engaging sermons at the service.

Chapman First Church First Presbyterian Church Charles Bell Presbyterian Church Slippery Rock

Roosevelt may run again if country demands it

Honolulu reports Congressman Nicholas Longworth says President Roosevelt will not seek renomination unless the nation intensely demands it. Washington skeptics question if the quote shows official authority or personal view as politicians debate Roosevelt's likely stance.

United Press Honolulu Roosevelt Nicholas Longworth Longworths San Francisco Longworth Washington Nick

Preparatory 10 Coming Revival at New Castle Churches

The New Castle Ministerial Association met for a special session to prepare for the Chapman revival meetings starting October 1. Rev. J. H. Hutchman led devotional exercises and all participants joined in the service. Evening church services were moved from 4 to 7 30.

New Castle

Second Baptist Church Aids Missionary Fund

The Second Baptist Church under Pastor Rev. A. M. Patterson contributed largely at Sunday services to aid in sending a missionary to a foreign field from the National Baptist association. The convention will be held in Washington this week and Rev. Patterson will leave Tuesday to attend.

Second Baptist Church A. M. Patterson National Baptist Association Washington

Tin worker injured in Monday mill accident

Tom Hopkins, a tin mill rougher on Sutton Street, sprained his back while lifting a heavy pack of tin early Monday morning. He will be off duty for some time. The injury is painful but non fatal.

Tim Tom Hopkins Sutton Street Greer

Depositors Demand Full Payout From Closed New Castle Bank

Stockholders and depositors of the closed New Castle Savings and Trust meet Wednesday at City Hall to press for immediate repayment. Depositors, totaling over a half million dollars, accuse stockholders of mismanagement and seek waiver approval to obtain all funds without delay.

N. C. Savings and Trust CO City Hall New Castle Savings and Trust Company Painter

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Pittsburg and Lake Mollie Bates Young Company Ation Ing Architects C. G. White FAIR U S Ence St. Luke's A.M. BE Tnnstead
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