14 Sep 1937
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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1937
Page
1
Fourteen hundred United States marines expected in Shanghai on Sunday may arrive as fighting escalates. Withdrawal of Chinese forces altered the front and placed the international settlement at risk. The imminent clash endangers the safety of a large white population as U S troops brace for near- Front fighting.
London reports the admiralty denied rumors that the British battleship Malaya captured a submarine near Salonika Greece. No confirmation came from Malaya's commander though an investigation is underway amid unverified claims Italian or unknown nationality subs were involved.
The conference president announced a nine power pact to curb piracy and push nations toward peace. He stressed Italy and non participant states are not in agreement but viewed the move as a step toward global stability.
Pane wc observes that rumbling sounds come from arguments between married couples over firing furnaces. The piece notes warm versus curtained comfort, problematic sidewalks along Sycamore in Greer building, and street hazards as automobiles crowd the area. It mentions fall real estate activity, tenant moves, and Braham urging grand jury action while warning about informants revealing infractions. The old corn cutter will swish on Lawrence county farms as cold weather signals more to come.
U S weather reports for the 24 hour period ending at 9 this morning give a maximum of 61 and a minimum of 45 degrees with .02 inches of precipitation and a river stage of 5 feet. For the same date last year the maximum was 78 and the minimum 68 with .02 inches of precipitation.
President Roosevelt called a special cabinet meeting in Washington to assess the danger of war in Europe. Secretary Hull will attend a White House luncheon as they discuss the Mediterranean situation with France and England patrolling destroyers against submarine activity. Ambassador Phillips returns from Rome to report on Italy and Russia tensions. Hornbeck prepared a dossier on Sino Japanese war implications for U.S. interests. The president aims to decide on an intake swing to the Pacific coast based on today’s findings.
Hollywood reports that Judge C E Haas refused to annul the elopement marriage of George Brent and Constance Worth. The court found the union valid under Mexican and California law since both parties lived as husband and wife despite technical Mexican requirements. Worth testified she agreed to elope after Brent assured validity. The lawyer for Brent raised possible force but the issue was not pursued.
The 150th anniversary of the Constitution will be observed Friday with a citywide program across schools led by Fred L. Rentz of The News Company and Dr. C. C. Green, superintendent of schools. factory whistles and bells will ring at noon while adults are urged to reflect on the document’s significance. Roger W. Rowland serves as president of the organizing body.
Practically every guest space in The Castleton Hotel is filled for the Pennsylvania League of Building and Loan Associations two day state convention opening Friday September 17. Telegraph wires are being installed to aid delegates and guests as State President Norman Clark expects a large turnout.
Police report curfew ordinance in effect last night with few children on the streets after 9 pm Mayor Charles E McGrath ordered strict enforcement. Children 16 and under found after curfew are taken to the city building and released only when a parent renders a call.
Mayor Charles E. McGrath urged city merchants to display the United States flag Friday to honor the 150th anniversary of the signing of the Constitution.
Voters were slow to cast ballots in the primary with only about 1500 votes by mid morning. Polls stay open until eight o clock due to a 1937 election code change, and election boards plan to report returns as they finish.
In Moscow on September 14 the USSR withdrew recognition from two Japanese consulates in Odessa and Novosibirsk signaling a new diplomatic rift with Japan. Moscow noted eight Japanese consulates in Russia versus six in Japan and cited a 1926 agreement on equal numbers. Japan disputed the rationale, warning future interests may arise.
The News will flash returns from the primary election on the North Mercer street screen near The News building as soon as available. Booths stay open until 8 o'clock under the new state law, so results will arrive later than before.
London reports that Britain and France agreed on a joint naval air plan to deploy 150 warships for submarine chase and patrols if the 60 destroyers under the Nyon plan fail. The two nations pledge close cooperation with shared fueling and repair facilities at Mediterranean bases for ships and aircraft.
Judge W. Walter Braham and Court Crier Clifford Vance convened Lawrence county court at 7 am in compliance with new election laws. The room was empty aside from officials as Vance proclaimed O Yea. The court must sit from 7 am to 10 pm to handle any election issues at the polls.
In Nahant Massachusetts on September 14, John Roosevelt, youngest son of the president, announced his engagement to Ann Lindsay Clark, the Boston debutante. The couple plans to marry after his Harvard graduation next June, with no immediate wedding plans disclosed.
Bette Cooper, 17 year old Hackettstown New Jersey girl crowned Miss America 1937 at Atlantic City, returns home tired ill and nervous. She forsakes theater appearances and a Hollywood trip, plans to resume studies at a girls' school and continue voice culture with her mother Mrs Lebrun Cooper seen kissing her after the win.
Hackettstown residents buzz as 17 year old Bette Cooper the 1937 Miss America plans a hometown parade with the village band behind her. She will wear the gown from her crowning and attend a banquet in the small New Jersey town.
A basement fire at Mayor Cornelius D. Scully's Democratic campaign HQ in Pittsburgh caused damage to campaign literature but was limited in scope. Election Day proceedings continued with minimal disruption.
City electrician Rex Hughes announced the new stop and go light at South and South Jefferson streets began operating last night. He added controls for the earlier lights have been received and will be activated soon.
Death records include Thomas Gordon of Portland Oregon and individuals Michael Buick 65 of Chewton Michael Brenner 66 of New Castle R D 3 Mrs Jane H Smith 309 Winter Avenue Charles Hudson 37 of 10 East Division Street Mrs James McConnell 81 of 235 Edgewood Avenue all referenced in the compiled notice.
NEW YORK, Sept. 14. Paul Mallon, renowned Washington columnist, declared that European war threats are merely bluffs after a long political survey abroad. He said nations exchanging harsh talk do not want war but seek diplomatic wins, trade advantages, prestige, and ultimately money.
Harold E. Dahl of Champaign Illinois an American aviator flying for the Loyalists was captured on the Madrid front July 12 held at Salamanca and condemned to die American intervention secured his removal from death row. Dahl has been placed on a prisoner exchange list according to American Consul Charles A Bay at Seville.
Jonas Kaufman aged 85 of 107 North Mercer Street is confined to Jameson Memorial Hospital after a pneumonia attack. The long prominent local industrial figure faces a serious illness due to advanced age.
Britain France and seven allies signed a nine power pact to launch a Mediterranean anti pirate patrol targeting pirate submarines. Policing to begin tonight with British and French warships. Italy abstained, citing lack of equality in the plan. Yvon Delbos criticized Rome while Maxim Litvinoff welcomed the program as Russia’s approved idea. The accord takes effect immediately without Italy’s participation.
Queen Alexandrine of Denmark underwent a serious operation last night in Skagen. The court physician rushed from Copenhagen and King Christian X stayed at her bedside as she recovered favorably today.
Arthur Memeter reflects on ballots being counted after an election race. Tellers study every mark as ballots reveal who won, who argued, and why voters chose as they did amid a mild seventy two degree day.
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