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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1908
Page
9
Firemen were called to Allen's Auto Garage on South Mercer Street Friday afternoon as flames broke out in a car inside the shop. Central fire department swiftly contained the blaze saving valuable vehicles. damage described as slight and likely caused by gasoline fumes igniting from a smoking item.
Wampum W J Miller was in New Castle on business Thursday. J O Elliott is confined to the house with rheumatism. John Snare was a business visitor in New Castle this week. Robert Freed and Frank Gibson were New Castle shoppers this week. Laurence Overlander of Homewood was a town visitor this week. Mrs William Martin left this week for Butler to visit relatives. Mr and Mrs Endre of Pittsburg are guests of Mrs Endre's brother, Co L Repman. Miss Besse Ketterer has returned from a few days' visit with New Castle friends. Mrs Shoaf and Miss Grace Wooley of New Castle spent Wednesday with Mrs Madie Stapf. Rev Burdock and wife have taken up their new abode on Beaver street at the M E parsonage. Mrs John McCandless and daughter Mrs George Stoner of New Castle were guests of Mrs Madie Stapf Wednesday.
In a meeting of East Youngstown residents the community voted unanimously to incorporate as a village, outlining plans for local governance and municipal services.
Rev. Dr. J. Wilbur Chapman and Mr. Charles M. Alexander plan extensive winter evangelistic work across the United States. After meetings in New York and Auburn New York they will campaign simultaneously in several regions from late September through December with ministers aiding in each stop.
Ten tin mills at the Shenango tin plate mill closed Saturday morning with no announced resume date. The notice surprised management, who expected continued operation through the election. Officials say duration and prospects are unclear while workers hope for a quick restart before or after the presidential vote.
Joe Trax, West New Castle peace cannoneer, may be asked to break a dry spell by firing a cannon on the highest West side elevation. It is believed heavy cannonading during the Civil War brought rain, and Trax would be equipped with ammunition to induce showers while cabinet work at Frew's would proceed promptly.
A Titusville special describes eastern Randolph and Troy townships ravaged by a prolonged dry spell and widespread fires. Morgans Mill to Troy Center area burns dense young timber and swamp land, ruining fences houses and farms. Water scarcity hampers suppression as more properties face destruction.
The city’s well known couple Jack Harris of North Cedar street and Miss Mayme Pitzer of West Madison avenue were married in a small ceremony at 10 o clock Saturday morning attended by immediate family and a few friends. The groom, athletic star of the area, had played for the Nocks and Franklin in the Interstate league. The bride, popular in social circles, will reside in the Seventh ward after a brief wedding trip.
The First Baptist Church hosts a Sunday night service titled An Evening With Hymn Writers and Their Hymns. A writer’s life story and hymn history precede songs from ten well known hymns as a 30 voice choir leads congregational singing inviting all non regular worshippers to participate.
In Alliance Ohio 200 irate citizens threatened to tar and feather Attorney H. H. Emmons after accusations he fractured a family by pursuing Miss Temple. Police quickly evacuated him from Dr. J. C. Temple’s home as crowds jeered. Mrs. Temple has filed for divorce amid a courtroom demonstration. The escort to safety followed a recent divorce ruling and public sentiment runs high with fears of a repeat tonight.
Charles Ray of Parkway praises a New Castle bred dog bought for rabbit hunting. The cross breed is half shepherd and half bull terrier, chosen for driving rabbits to the gun and killing resistive quarry, with extra use for general farm tasks.
While Fred Black's family visited Mercer for the fair, their Greenville residence was badly damaged by a blaze. No injuries reported, and investigators began examining the cause as neighbors assisted with containment.
The notice advertises an opening at M'Comb's Millinery with dates listed as Tuesday the 20th and Wednesday the 30th. It highlights a local shopping event and invites the public to view new hat selections.
Voters in Youngstown organize the Mahoning County Republican club after forwarding a charter petition bearing 14 signatures from 10 nationalities.
Local shop announces a millinery opening event on September 29 and 30 at Kennedy Court. The notice lists the venue and dates for shoppers and patrons.
Five nights at the Opera House opens Monday September 28 with the Harder Hall Stock Company performing A Country Boy in New York and The Great Divide later. The Coliseum vaudeville bill will include Murphy and Willard The Phrenologist Diamond and Smith Harlem Brothers and Woodford’s educated animals with other acts crowding the shows.
The Great Divide will play at the opera house Thursday evening October 1 under Henry Miller. A specially selected company will perform, promising one of the season’s notable entertainments. The production has long critical and popular acclaim with over 500 New York performances and record attendances in Chicago and Boston venues.
Brooks and Jeannette bring a new act The Girl of Facts and the Man of Follies while Enoch the English swimmer features bold stunts such as diving underwater with weights and playing trombone. New moving pictures debut with no price increase.
Ida Reed transfers property to Charles C. Love in the Fifth ward for 1550 dollars. M Lee Gailey conveys to Asan S Wilson in the Second ward for 750. Harry L Palmer sells to Apalonia Mack in the Fifth ward for 525. James Flynn transfers to Martin Dalton in the Sixth ward for 1. William Murphy to Margaret Ray in the Sixth ward for 155.
Liquor men in Youngstown consider circulating a petition for a county local option election to decide the question of liquor sales. Organizers weigh prospects and potential voter support.
A building permit has been issued in Youngstown for a new Christian Science church, enabling construction of the religious facility.
Families and friends invited to the Great Stoneboro Fair on September 29 to October 2, 1908 with excursions on all railroads.
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