12 Sep 1929
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1929
Page
1
Special to The News Beverly Hills September 12. Will argues the United States is fast travelers but European pace lags. He recalls an Englishman who could not open a fast plane due to fog and mist and notes Americans drive cars quickly yet often wreck them.
At George Washington junior high pupils selected their preferred clubs for the coming term. Eighty-two chose the boys' cooking club among 44 offerings. Weather notes report heaters in use and a peach crop rumors in parts of the county. A Goodyear blimp was seen low over the city while the Graf Zeppelin caused much more noise. Voter registration in New Castle ends Saturday.
Genevive Rich, about 21, charged with manslaughter in the shooting of seven year old Olea Zemark, will not be disposed of this term because she is in the hospital for appendicitis surgery. The case has been certified to juvenile court due to the child’s age and will likely be settled at the December term.
County commissioners announce a primary election schedule with ballots to be distributed Friday through Saturday and voting days set for Monday. The notice emphasizes Eastern Standard Time and district ballot distribution timing.
Weather statistics for the 24 hour period ending at 9 o clock this morning from the U S Weather Observer B F Johnson at the New City Water Co pump station. Maximum temperature 74 degrees. Minimum 46. River stage 3.5 feet and rising.
A new American note on naval talks with Great Britain was sent to London. It states U S objections and counter proposals on cruisers, with next move up to Britain. President Hoover helped shape the plan with the navy, state department officials, and advisors. No cruiser agreement is in sight as concessions remain and experts will guide future steps.
West Virginia governor William G. Conley delays clemency decision for Millard Morrison and Walter Willmott, both of Elizabeth, JI, sentenced to be hanged at Moundsville for the murder of Frank Bowen, awaiting Dr. Guthrie's alienist report before acting.
J. G. Finley, 60, of Donors, Pennsylvania, was struck at a street intersection in Youngstown Ohio and died en route to a hospital. The driver was detained by police awaiting the coroner's action.
A new eight mile concrete Perry Highway from the Jordan farm in Lawrence county to near Mercer is open to traffic though finishing work continues. The route eliminates steep grades and curves on the old dirt road and includes a new Leesburg bridge. Leesburg gains a direct hard surfaced link to Mercer or New Castle once fully completed. The final section from Jordan farm to Butler road will be awarded this month, aiming for under a year to pave the entire county stretch.
Last day for New Castle residents to register for the September 17 primary is Saturday September 14. Unregistered voters face disenfranchisement in the primary. Third class city registrations require personal registration at polling places after presenting a current tax receipt. boroughs and townships register with assessments. Registration in New Castle is light with an estimated 35 percent of eligible voters registered after two days. The primary will shape party slates for county officials including district attorney sheriff register and recorder and jury commissioners, plus city council, city controller, and four school directors.
Pittsburgh officers at Homestead station will be wary of jewels used as security for release. A jeweler examined a fancy diamond ring left by Howard B. Robinson to secure return for a hearing on a mobile law violation and deemed it likely worth little more than a chocolate sundae if five cents were added. Investigators seek license details to locate him.
Berkeley California September 12 A candy store owner sought police help to find his nine year old niece Ruth Treland who vanished after leaving school yesterday afternoon the search focused on a kidnapping.
Thomas J. Cunningham was elected grand knight of St Marys Council 512 Knights of Columbus, with Hugh M Rocks as deputy. Retiring Grand Knight Gerald Gainagh led the session in the K of Home on North Jefferson, selecting Carlin, Groyle, Carlin, Eagan, Daugherty, Hanlon, Gardner, and Barrett for key offices. Trustees are Suitner, Brice, and Donovan. Delegates include Martin and Gainagh with Maher and Rocks as alternates. terms begin October 1 with installation later in the month.
Charles Delos Waggoner, 54, Telluride Colorado banker, awaited a federal warrant as he confessed a $500000 swindle. He admitted deceiving six New York banks with fake telegraphic orders to protect his town and friends. He said he felt weary of dodging the law and took responsibility for the plot. Continued on page two.
Great Lakes vessel with twenty five crew from Grand Haven Michigan disappeared after forty hours at sea. The ship sailed Monday night at 9 30 and was due in Haven. A severe storm was blamed for the loss and no rescue efforts could reach the ship.
Investigations into alleged fraudulent voter lists drag on as Pittsburgh braces for the upcoming primary. Grand jury actions are slow, with municipal workers and independent groups preparing to ensure an honest election next Tuesday.
Albuquerque reports Senator G Bratton of New Mexico says the public deserves a full official inquiry into the plane disaster near San Francisco. He plans to introduce a Senate resolution for a committee investigation upon his return to Washington next Monday.
Fragmented OCR text shows readers urging a preservation effort for Slinpery Rock, with garbled names and phrases about districts and officials. The piece hints at a proposal, signatures expected, and unclear references to local figures and events.
Erie, Pa. report notes Patrolman issues in a manslaughter case. jurors reportedly at four when verdict was announced and a new trial sought. Bard, Invie, and Swanson tied to the case with a shooting on Main Street near Mortis East during a car brake inspection, no sentence pronounced.
Lady Mary Heath steers improvements in aviation during trials at Laketurst. Br E Thinnen, physician, notes persistent gains in performance and safety during periods of operation. Heath’s aviator career, marked by cautious progress and rising confidence, reflects ongoing development in early flight.
Alexander Newell aged 80 from Clarynee Avenue Tete has died. Details of funeral arrangements and surviving relatives were not provided in the notice.
Senate action ends a three month tariff fight as Democratic leaders plan to explain the coalition effort. The international dispatch notes surprising, defensive maneuvers amid tense opposition and a push to inject Ware case details into the debate.
Large crowd attended a local flower show on a Wednesday at Laws Garden Circle. The event drew families and children with various floral displays, judged by a panel, and the crowd reaction noted the vibrant but damp evening setting.
The readable lines suggest a personal history with work and service but the text is garbled and missing key dates, locations, and context. It hints at hardship, a possible medical or surgical note, and a tribute, yet no clear events or outcomes can be confirmed from the fragments.
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