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People
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100
The Red Hurricane rolled over opponents in the 1930's earning 3-straight WPIAL Championships in 1932, 1933 and 1934. What teams did New Castle beat in post-season play to earn these crowns?
What is none?
100
This community's favorite son, Chuck Tanner, had this high school baseball field named after him in July 2004.
What is Shenango?
100
Name the LCHS member who has encouraged interest in local history with his large collection of photographs.
Who is John Hitch?
100
Nancy Arnott tapped maple trees for syrup on this island near Pulaski in the 1800's and was, at one point, dramatically rescued there during a floor.
What is Nancy's Island?
100
Name the Westminster basketball coach whose career included a record of 216- 91 from 1956- 1968. His 1961-62 team was voted by the Associated Press and the United Press at the top small college team in the nation.
Who is "Buzz" Ridl?
200
When New Castle's would be 1933 WPIAL championship opponent- Greensburg High School started to indicate that it would not play the Red Hurricane, some 300 Greensburg students did this act.
What is walked out of school?
200
This former New Castle News sports editor and managing editor is the chairmen of the LCHS's Sports Hall of Fame Committee and author of "Scooter Days."
Who is Bob Vosburg?
200
This man, born on New Castle's South Side in 1917, served as governor of PA from 1967 to 1971.
Who is Raymond P. Shaffer?
200
This former slave came to McConnell's Mill in 1880 and worked a maintenance man until the operation closed in 1928. He stayed there until his death in 1954, keeping the grounds in good condition.
Who is Mose Warton?
200
St. Elias Eastern Orthodox Church was first established on E. Reynolds St. in New Castle in 1933 by this ethnic group.
What is Syrians?
300
In Class B, this high school football team, known as the "Cementers," achieved 5 undefeated seasons and 16 Tri-County League Championships from 1932 to 1957.
What is Bessemer High School?
300
He took over as football coach for Westminster upon Coach Burry's retirement leading his teams to four NAIA championships.
Who is Joe Fusco?
300
William M. Brown, who had a beautiful mansion on New Castle's North Hill (current NCHS Band field), was elected to this office in 1902.
What is lieutenant governor?
300
This man purchased a famous gristmill on the Slippery Rock Creek (with his brother- James and son- John) in 1875, after an oil drilling career and Civil War military career.
Who is Thomas McConnell?
300
Perhaps the best of the Westminster Titan basketball teams, the 1940-41 squad was invited to play at the National Invitational Tournament, the nation's top tournament of the day. Where was the tournament held?
What is Madison Square Gardens?
400
This NCHS runningback, known as "the General," lead the team to a WPIAL Class AA Championship in 1942.
Who is Bobby Lee?
400
This local native played for the University of Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh Steelers, and served as an NFL coach for the Washington Redskins.
Who is Bill McPeak?
400
He was the Chairmen of PA's Manufacturers Association and in 1939, was named to the governor's cabinet as Secretary of Properties and Supplies. If Dewey had defeated President Truman in 1948, this man would have been named chairmen of the Republican National Committee.
Who is Roger "Cap" Rowland?
400
This dignitary visited New Castle August 25, 2004, making stops at the Women's Shelter and the Hudson Lunch.
Who is Teresa Hines Kerry?
400
Truth be told, she was a normal woman who lived in the 19th century. However, her name is now associated with witchcraft and scary tales.
Who is Mary Black?
500
This 1940's Red Hurricane star went on to play for the university of Pittsburgh, coach at Sharon HS, serve as a professional agent, and serve as the 49ers head of college scouting.
Who is Tony Razzano?
500
At the close of the 1949 championship season, the Red Hurricane was invited to play in a "bowl" games in Jackson, Miss. Why did school officials turn down the offer?
What is black athletes were not welcome to play?
500
Which popular game show did Princeton's Jason Karolak appear on in 2000?
What is Who wants to be a Millionaire?
500
At Andover, Ohio, Earle Linwood Dilks raced and beat three of these (which ran in relay) in 1932.
What is race horses?
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