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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1908
Page
1
New Castle Grocers Association held a meeting last night where stamp agents were discussed. Mr. Farr presented his side but faced sharp questions on firm operations and public practice with stamps. Ed. O'Brien appeared to address stamp evils and concerns.
The Grocers' association of New Castle opposed rescinding a ban on trading stamps. The standing vote rejected rescinding the policy. Mr. Farr of Sperry & Hutchinson urged stamps during the gathering, but no member favored reversing the action.
The Grocers Association discussed merits and drawbacks of trading stamps with Sperry and Hutchison representative Mr. Farr presenting views on stamps as business getters. New Castle merchants resisted adoption citing cash buyers and long-standing credit practices, leaving conclusions unsettled.
Mayor Harry J. Lusk has not acted on the official removal ordinance passed by the common council last night. Indications suggest he will study the measure before deciding. If vetoed, several council members say they would not vote to override, since two thirds would be hard to reach and the bill barely passed with eight ayes.
Joseph Gardner and William Mills appeared after posting bail to answer a charge of breaking a liveryman’s property. G. N. Clark filed the charge and the defendants gave bail before Alderman Ranney last night.
May Layton charged John B. Layton Jr. with desertion and non support of herself and their minor children before Alderman Ranney yesterday. A hearing will be held later.
Washington dispatch reports R W Pullman of the forestry service cites a widespread fire season in Minnesota. He estimates Chisholm losses at about 1.5 million dollars and notes failed precautions could have saved the town. He compares a 250 thousand dollar yearly capital loss at 5 percent interest to the state’s 11,500 dollar fire protection appropriation.
The report that E. H. Harriman was treated by Dr. R. W. Lovett for a dangerous malady drew concern in financial circles. A Boston financier and friend confirmed Harriman’s spine stiffness, linked to advancing years, is not dangerous though sometimes uncomfortable. He has received care for months, traveling to Boston and to his home at Tuxedo Park New York.
The New York Times appeals to District Attorney Jerome to compel F B Hastings executor of Grover Cleveland's estate to produce proof that a Cleveland signature article praising Taft is genuine. Hastings denies authenticity, and the Times says it has tried to obtain his evidence without success.
Select council passed ordinances regulating the sale of milk cream and other foods in the city. A select bill fixes Diamond street width at ten feet between Grant and Craig streets and provides paving. A select bill authorizes a sanitary sewer on Wilmington avenue from Boyles to Wallace. Common council bills authorize sewers on Franklin avenue Pittsburg to 150 feet east of Stanton and on Wayne avenue Wabash to Canal.
Born to Mr and Mrs Arthur Webb of the Greer block a son. Born to Mr and Mrs Jack Herbold of North Mill street a son. Born to Mr and Mrs W H Aubel of Smithfield street a daughter.
Rose local option petitions were placed in all Warren churches on Sunday and nearly enough signatures were secured to assure the calling of an election.
In Washington the International Congress of Tuberculosis discusses remedies to curb livestock TB. Dr. A. D. Melvin urges public education, tuberculine testing, and slaughter under veterinary inspection, with indemnity to losses and state-wide cattle testing for breeding and dairy stock. He promotes tagging, segregation, and traceability to locate infection centers.
Prosecutions for rebating were brought to light in 1908 revealing efforts to curb illegal discounting practices. Officials pursued cases against merchants suspected of kickbacks and bid rigging, highlighting early enforcement of fair dealing laws.
A White House release publicizes John H. Marble's letter listing 1908 rebate indictments against railroads including Southern Pacific Chesapeake and Ohio Illinois Central and Missouri Pacific and against shippers like Illinois Glass and California Pine Box. It notes a $5 000 fine for the Mutual Transit line in western New York and cites the Toledo Ice and Coal case in Ohio.
A fragment notes a plea for mercy or another chance, with the emphasis on a person seeking leniency or extension in a home or domestic context. No further details are readable to specify involved names or authorities.
Alice Auchio helps resolve a disturbance at the Van Camp home as Marie Van Camp and Enos Van Camp are brought before Mayor Harry J. Lusk. The mayor detains four first offenses, while Auchio explains she was merely passing by and was drawn into the scene.
Through attorney Charles Davis, Charles Hobel sues Mahoning and Shenango Electric for 5000 claiming a Hamilton street collision on July 10 due to a motorman neglect. He says the car struck his wagon, knocked the horses down and even knocked off their shoes, injuring him and seeking damages.
Beaver County Republican chairman Arthur Barnett invited all Lawrence county Republicans to attend the Beaver county campaign opening on October 38. Republican clubs from surrounding towns are expected and a big time is promised by Chairman Stevenson.
John Fox lost a bundle of rags yesterday when a chimney fire started after he lit his stove on Vine Street. The stove failed to draw, but he piled on more fuel and a strong flame arose before the Third Ward fire brigade arrived and extinguished the blaze with little damage.
Lee G. Warren of Piqua Ohio Yale student and half back on the scrub team regained his senses after four hours of incoherent talking following a head injury during a mass play at Yale field. Doctors say he may have suffered a second concussion but he recovered with no serious lasting harm.
Expensive target practice led five boys Art and Dan Davis Ralph and Herbert Donahy and Fred Clark to plead guilty at Alderman Maynes office. They were charged with malicious mischief for breaking six windows in Andrew Dutters tin shop on Grant street. They paid for the windows and costs and vowed not to repeat the act.
A new military company named Company M will be organized at Youngstown and is expected to be mustered in in about two weeks.
Alvin Wilkison of Lowellville was thrown to the ground when his horse stumbled and suffered a fractured leg. He was taken to his home for treatment and recovery.
New officers chosen by Bartenders' league local 262 New Castle Pa were announced after a last night meeting. Elected president Hugh Ward and VP Mike Uhl lead a slate that includes recording secretary Ed Vandergrift and secretary treasurer W H Kyte with guards Jack Moffat and R W Bell and trustees Sam Grigg Dan Mooney and Mike Melder.
Bloomsburg Pennsylvania prepares for reopening after a year of idleness. The Bloomsburg spinning mill will resume operations on Monday with many workers rehired. Samuel Feather of Philadelphia has been hired as superintendent.
Frances Zagar and infant Mitchell are recorded in Bessemer with address 109 Bridge Street.
In Lorain Ohio Mrs. Patrick O'Keefe, mother of six, lies in St. Joseph's hospital wounded after taking corn from John Stang's garden. She pleads poverty and hunger as her possible defense, saying she stole to feed eight dependents while her husband remained unemployed.
The 99th Beav er Baptist association anniversary opens Tuesday at Harlansburg Unity church with First Baptist of this city sending many delegates. Ministers from across the state will participate while hundreds visit during the week. Dr H J Whalen will speak on Our Duty in View of the Opportunity and J R Sherrard will report on the historical committee.
Ada Lou Lonsdale the actress who sued Blaine Elkins for 100000 has disappeared from her 28 West Twenty six street apartment. Her lawyers say no fee, no settlement, and Davis Elkins denies any settlement claiming she admitted no cause of action and was urged to sue by a female friend.
Henry Leonhardt of near Ellwood City visited The News office Tuesday morning with exceptionally large Lemon Free peaches. Three peaches left at the office measured 9 and a half inches in circumference. He notes the peach crop is small in his local area.
The case of Gibbia and Spalla remains before Judge Porter on trial for removing goods with intent to defraud creditors. The proceedings proceed slowly as numerous points are argued, reflecting a tedious trial atmosphere.
Mrs J N Anderson of Wallace Avenue will entertain the Castelonian Klub Thursday afternoon, inviting members to a social gathering with refreshments and conversation.
The select bill by Dr. L W Wilson to remove all ordinance created officials by a majority of both council branches cleared first reading eight to six. Supporters argued for a two thirds plan though the measure would empower councils to oust officials more easily. The vote sparked talk of political consequences and possible shifts in administrative control.
Rev A B McCormick of Central Presbyterian starts a series of readings on favorite poets Tuesday evenings at 7 30. One reading each week except institute week, with Kipling poems chosen for their appeal to young men. Free entry, no collections, open to all interested.
Lee Gailey reported a burglary on Delaware avenue Sunday night while he and his wife attended church. Police recovered some papers and an empty pocketbook with $20 missing, pins, and a locket found at Union Station. Investigators identify possible suspects and arrests may follow.
A large First Presbyterian crowd attended the Men's League meeting Monday night. Dinner at 6 30 preceded a brief business session and an old fashioned spelling down led by George A Dickson and Prof George Thompson with Dickson's side prevailing after an energetic contest.
The funerals of the three victims of the grade crossing accident at Youngstown were held today. The tragedy occurred Saturday night leaving several injured and prompting an investigation.
Will Christy the traction magnate of Akron backs a plan for a fine new hotel in Youngstown with city leaders expressing optimism about the project and potential economic benefits.
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