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Newspaper

New Castle News

Location

New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Date

Sep 14, 1908

Page

6

Hoover named new YMCA secretary to replace Burgess

A telegram confirms B A Hoover as the new YMCA secretary, replacing Burgess who resigns. Hoover, about 32, married with one son, will arrive near September 28 to work with the board after Burgess departs around October 1. He has held YMCA roles in Rochester and Barnsaw, with noted success in industrial and street work. Myron J Waldorf of Albany will become physical director upon Hoover’s arrival.

Thirsham G. B. Burgess Lutier B. A. Moore Dotary M. GA Rochester Hoo- Verge Burgess Hoover Pittsburg Association Y. MM. CG. A N. Y Barnham, Pa Baldwin Locomotive Works Firewn Alma Maret Mein la A. T. Brown Myron J. Waldorf Albany I. Y Me. Widdorf Association Harvard University

Burglars Loot Home While Owner Sleeps

Burglars gained entry through a downstairs window at Harry Rabinovitz home on South Mil Street and ransacked the house. They stole $100 cash, a ladies gold watch valued at 225, and a suit of clothing. The thieves, bold enough to work in Rabinovitz’s sleeping room, searched downstairs then upstairs and disappeared with the clothing after seizing the watch and money. Police have no clues.

Harry Rabinovitz South Mil Street Rabinovkty Ierehey Rabinowitz Shen Wolk Rabino+win Aron Whem

Three Registration Days for Presidential Vote

Notice urges every man to register tomorrow as only three fall days remain to register. Registrars will be in every precinct from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., and 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. to ensure eligibility for the upcoming election.

Mary Porter McDanel former Zion Baptist member dies after illness

After a three year illness during which she never spoke Mrs Mary Porter McDanel wife of Carson McDanel died at 10 am Monday at the family home on the Wurtemburg road near Portersville She would have been 54 in October Born in Ohio she lived in Chewton and was active in church work Surviving are her husband two sons Oliver and Fly a sister Mrs McMahon and a brother W Nam Porter Funeral at Zion Baptist church Wednesday with services about 11 am Rev Crawford in charge Interment in church cemetery

Mary Porter McDanel Carson McDanel Wurtemburg Road Portersville Chewton Zion Baptist Church Oliver Fly McMahon W Nam Porter Bilwood Crawford

Boys plan world trip selling postal cards for farm

R Gage and T J Flynn set out from New Castle for a world ride to win a farm offered by their grandfather. They walk from Pittsburg to Youngstown then Cleveland Chicago and San Francisco aiming to cross the ocean by boat. With only postal cards and clothes, they seek funds to stay together until home. The journey tests their resolve as they pursue independence and a westward fortune.

R. Gage T. J. Flynn Ward New Castle Youngstown Hey Cleveland Chicago San Francisco Pittsburg

Bonaparte Appeals to U S Supreme Court

Attorney General Bonaparte orders a Supreme Court appeal after a circuit court of appeals decision. The case centers on Hepburn act provisions and water rights tied to the Mahoning river at Youngstown. Special counsel Wilner is to prepare the brief, with the October term set for submission.

United Press Washington Bonaparte Tnday Supreme Court of the United States Circuit Court of Appeals Philadelphia Com

Personal Crisis Reports Leap From Eighth Floor

William J. Reed of Portsmouth, agent for the Metropolitan Grave Casualty Company, died this morning by his own action after a personal crisis. He leaped from the eighth floor of the Highdin hotel, Cuincinnatt, G. Sent. 14.

Mrs O Givern Taken Ill In Youngstown Visit

Mrs O Givern of 114 Chestnut Street visiting daughter Mrs Charles Care in Youngstown was taken seriously ill and rushed to a local hospital. She had recently returned from Mt Calm where she underwent treatment.

Catherine Metsivern Chesnut Street Charles Care Youngstown Medivern Mt. Clanuns

Death Record Mex dehyad May 48

Death notices list several individuals with frail legible fragments including Mex dehyad May 48 John Allen 67 South Neaver Iowoshin, ia Maric McDaniel 64 Porters hi by.

May Walery Hiret John Allen South Neaver

Nomination Fate of Hughes in New York Guv Race

Scared politicians must toe the line as pressure mounts over Hughes potential renomination. Reports from Oyster Bay say Roosevelt favors Hughes for governor and has not dictated policy. A Saratoga convention battle brims with claims Hughes will win or be edged out by party bosses and anti Hughes forces.

Oyster Bay L. 1 Roosevelt Saratoga Sagamore EL Ruel Hughes Baraloea Charles E. Hughes New York Clair People Demi Hughe Elity Root National

New Minister at Grace M E Church

TEV BW Panis named new pastor of Grace M E Church. An extract of his first sermon, delivered yesterday, appears on another page. The note highlights a fresh start for the congregation and the pastor's stated aims.

G. BW Panis Siraee AL OR. Church

Abbruzzi May Soon Get Prize

United Press reports in Rome on Sept 14 indicate an early marriage between the Duke of Abgyuzzi and Miss Katherine Elkins. The duke seeks a three month leave to visit the Elbing family, amid Queen Margherita’s opposition and a tentative January 9 wedding date.

United Press Rome Duke of Miss Elkins Amerigo

Roosevelt Letter Draws Attention in Campaign

Politicians in New York discuss the Roosevelt heirs to influence Taft reforms. The president’s letter denying aryan as claimant and granting Taft a half interest in reform schemes stirs campaign interest. Democrats claim Republicans fearfully back their candidate, while Republicans expect the letter to rally voters to Taft. Continued on Sixth Page.

United Press New York Roosevelt Taft Repub- Means Anosevelt Baltimore Ufider Tisarni Bryan

Great Canadian St Lawrence River trip ends Sunday

The News organized a 18 girl party who completed the St Lawrence river trip Friday to Sunday. After Niagara Falls the group returned to New Castle and Warren Ohio areas. Final stop was Union Station with a 3 05 pm finish. Passengers included Estella Morgan Estella Allen Myrtle Hughes and Bert Well a along with Leigh Robinson Lee Marvin and Bonnie Battley family members. The trip was described as delightful with everyone enjoying peaceful days at home.

St Lawrence River New Castle and Lawrence County Pittsburg Street Estella Morgan Niagara Falls Hamilton Canada AL Cleveland Jensig Marstellar Jeff Fridlay Youngstown Bessie Mr Munen Elwood City BB. Gaetls Lad Warren Curtis Union Station Myrtle Hughes Ronnie Battley Laura Rei Fannie McBride Nancy Mean New Castle Estella Allen Yo Jan Anna Medard Shenango Township Bessie Dunnan Mt. Jackson Mary McCready New Bedford Estella Hennon West Pittsburg Hattie Eckles New Wilmington Bert Wella Leigh Robinson Lee Marvin Warren, O Kate Ney Bonnie Battley Pernon

Young Children Affected by Strychnine Tablets

In Hamilton street, Mr and Mrs David Pelton’s grandchildren reportedly consumed strychnine tablets prescribed for their grandmother Mrs Joli Felton who has heart trouble. A boy named Wesley became seriously ill but after antidote administration survived. another child was less severely affected.

David Pelton Hamilton Street Joli Felton Irene Wesley Samuel W. Warner

Disastrous Fire Destroys Greenville Lumber Buildings

Greenville Pa September 11 a devastating blaze destroyed the Greenville Lumber Company buildings including the manager Louis Livenny residence. Wind shift prevented total town loss as flames spread to the skating rink and mill. Estimated damage around 150000 with partial insurance.

Greenville Greenville Lumber Ooupons Louis Livenny Rade and Haan Davenny Witter Pardial

Telephone worker injured in fall from scaffold

Arneas Thornton of Pittsburgh, a Bell Telephone employee, was badly injured Saturday when a scaffold broke while he worked on a scaffold about 82 feet above the ground on West Washington street. He sustained multiple bone fractures in his right foot and a severe sprain. He was attended by a physician and taken to Pittsburg hospital.

West Washington Street Arneas Thornton Pittebaletant Hneman Bell Telephone Company Thornton Wa Pany Hyseian Pillsburg Saurdey

Paid Back Board Bill and Cogts Reported Improved

Rev J Q A McDowell reported improvement as Jake Bernard, boarded with him in Danville Kentucky, is said to have been attacked and charged with assault. Rev McDowell and Mrs McDowell live in New Castle while Bernard’s condition was described as improved after several weeks at home.

Jake Bernard Will Zorka Gegic Ate Ion Church Thiwelty Bay Hoon Mayo Thaniy Danville Coyle Bernard Por Steve Mra. McRawell Nard New Castle Kentucky

Miles to Vote for Bryan Amid Party Rift

In Mississippi on September 14, P Mes Of Westmiledes, brother of General Nelson Miles, declares Miles will vote for Bryan. Miles cites his change of faith and criticism of General Miles and the treatment of relations under McKinley. The tale traces back to former Secretary Alger’s court martial during the Spanish-American War and Miles’s opposition to NiU.

Aby United Mrossy Rcarter Miss P Mes Westmiledes Neisan Mile Willi Bryan Stannen Miles Wrether Vie McKinley Alger Niu

Alderman Mayne Fines Woman Beater After Assault

Andy Helving charged with assault and battery for an attack on Kate. Alderman Charles B. Mayne assessed a $140 fine after a Saturday evening hearties incident on South Jefferson Street. Amy accused of striking Kate. she pleaded not guilty but agreed to pay.

Andy Helving Katt Stager Charles B. Mayne Amy Kate South Jefferson Street Cantier Guiley Bnt

Asquith May Face Parliament Over Catholic Procession

London reports reveal Premier Asquith may be summoned to explain his interference in the Blessed Sacrament procession during the Eucharistic Congress. Conservatives and many Liberals condemn the action as cowardly surrender to bigotry. Nearly a million spectators witnessed the ceremony despite rough treatment by hoodlums as Cardinal Vannutelli led the procession through Westminster.

London Asquith England Duputs TsReTt Tony Vanniutell Westminster Cayuttial Ie Bons Baltimore Pontifesal Mission Cardinal Gibbons

Brownlee Home Destroyed by Chimney Fire

Mrs Brownlee loses her home after a chimney fire on a Saturday afternoon. The old structure, located between a main road and a secondary street, burned rapidly as flames reached the rock and roof. Mrs Brownlee and her daughter escaped with only essential belongings while neighbors aided by removing furniture and items. The house was insured, but the extent of loss remains under appraisal.

Brown Lee Browniee Solny Venwiloo

Pipe Lines From Ill To Butler Co Planned

Pipe line project aims to carry eight inch oil and chemical fluids from Hiluole Jota area to Butler County with a spur to a sea port. Route includes Roblugo area and Warren vicinity with security measures described.

ILL Butler CO Thy Tidewater Wing Line Company Fto Vora Fron Roblugo Butler Sanity Xeetlon Ines

Tragedy at Chesterton Train Wreck Kills Two

A fog shrouded collision in Chesterton Indiana left two dead and about forty injured when a Lake Shore theater train rammed the rear of a crowded Lake Erie and Western excursion train. Among the dead are Mrs Esther Herox of Chicago and an unidentified man. Injuries include multiple broken limbs and internal injuries to Indianapolis and Chicago residents. the injured were taken to Moyer hospital.

United Preag Chicago Lake Shore Theatre Lake Erie & Western Chesterton Ind Moyer Hospital Esther Herox William Spring Indianapolis Walter Boder Lex Catherina Gill Indianapolie Paul Miller William Gilman Samuel Stainfield Franklin County Mra. E. Conley Janx Conley Mary Starkey Ross Scott Oscar G. Miller R. 5. Hawkins C. Minnick Arthur Shaerer Mamie Prentis T. R. Prentia Mary Short Mra. L. Glover Ethel Austin Alva Johnson Partridge FL Bartholomew Tipton Esther Haycox Che Laeporte

Election in Maine Takes Place Today

United Press reports voting began in Maine with steady turnout and quiet conditions. Republicans expect Bert M. Burnard to win governor by about 15,000 votes while Democrats forecast Obadiah Gardiner S. to secure the seat. Taft and Gardiner campaigns are active as polls open amid local tensions and national issues viewed as distant.

iBy United Press Algleta Bert ML Burnard Obadiah Gardiner S Taft Gardiner Alius

Hearst Says He Has Facts To Back Up His Statement

United Press reports Hearst rebuking Bryan over the 1908 Independence support claim. Hearst says a denial can be reversed by fact and would apologize if his assertions were unfounded, urging Bryan to do the same if facts prove otherwise.

Hearst United Press Atlanta Bryan New York Menor

Local church backs local option at Denver Parhs

The presbytery at Thatler near Braochton urged support for the local option in the legislature. Commissioners to oxynod, elected October Th, include Rev HK Re Kaufman KR U Stewart and J Ac Aanes. Grove CHY chosen as last piney for the next meeting.

Thatler

Also Mentioned on This Page

B. A. Hoover THE Y.M.C J. Waldorf -1 A. T. Brown Mary Mes] Provier Loony Watkinship Bonaparte Youngstown, D M. H. Henderson Nenierann Fa ‘Oh Erie Hondersge Will Hughes Empire State Grace M. E. Ch Abbruzzi Amocrea Elkins Shore Teddy Sons of Divi Fulton Vietent Y Ml Gaia Nher Company Ts Teariest Laser Graest Thornton Pell Bert Scattold Bill—And CogTs J. Q. A. M’dowell Mayne Mis. Brownlee Pulaski Frizdebarg Maine
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