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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1930
Page
6
Department of Justice agents sought new light on Basil Miles death two years ago in Washington. Friends suspect a strong poison concealed in a highball drank by Miles shortly before he died as he was recovering from hernia surgery.
A jury in common pleas court awarded Arthur J. Green five dollars in a lawsuit claiming Donald Powell assaulted him during a horseshoes game in East Liverpool. Powell owes Green 1508 dollars unless an appeals court changes the verdict.
GLOUSTER April 3. School will close Friday so teachers may attend educational conference at Ohio State University. Prominent educators from across the country are listed as attendees, including F. Russell from Columbia University and Shaler Matthews, Hebert Kins, and Ray Leyman from Chicago and other institutions.
Max Johnston son of Mr and Mrs James Johnston formerly of Glouster is recovering well after an operation in Akron last week. Mrs Abran Easier pid Witliam Johnston with Whithiar ir. of this city traveled to Akron the day after the procedure and returned home Tuesday night, aiding Max on the road to swift recovery.
Ohio University's Junior Prom set for Friday night at the Men's Gymnasium with tickets expected to sell out. Maurice Peraker, prom chairman, notes attendees include students from other universities and 1930 queen chosen by Casa Loma orchestra.
Four former Miller's Seminary students from 1865 gathered at J. F. Smith's home on East State Street to reminisce about school days. Survivors include Mrs. E. Henry Ames Township Mrs. John Stader of Oklahoma Mrs. FP and Capt. J. Bllen South Congress Street. The once teacher training institution led by Amos Miller faced decline after his death and a brief later revival at New Marshfield.
Ireland reports William T Cosgrave restored to leadership of the Free State Executive Council after a Dail Eireann vote, amidst renewed political tension. De Valera, recovering in Chicago, remains a central figure as Cosgrave regains support.
A brief business session preceded a serial line and prize moment at the home of Mrs. Glarys Simon on Myers Street. Prizes in the stunt contest went to Mrs. Helem Howes and Miss Frances Bermett with Margaret Johnson watching. Vocal selections by Miss Vivian Rost were presented and a light service was offered by Frank Betts with 16 members present.
GLOUSTER April 3 The census begins in Trimble Township with five enumerators on the job. In the city the count is conducted by Mrs Grace Myers and Harry Richards. Trimble and Jacksonville are handled by Mrs A M Rainex of Trimble, while in Trimble Township the enumerators are John Gail and Wester Byers.
Glouster resident Cunningham recently traded Walnut Hill property for the Firaine Whambers parcel on Madinen Street and opened a gre wery business. Meanwhile, the Canningham family moved into the Madison Street residence after the exchange, and Chambers moved into the Cunninghamchern property on Welnet HT.
A fragment notes Marilyn Morgan described as having beauty, youth, and personality per her press agent with Hollywood focus. The piece hints at public perception and media buzz around her as a rising figure.
A Toledo fireman died after slipping from a landing into an incinerator at the city disposal plant while others rushed to assist. The incident was witnessed by co workers and reported to the coroner for investigation.
Reported London naval conference progress includes Neiry Et. Stimson and French Foreign Minister Aristide Briand outlining terms. Japan signals flexibility with reservations, while Britain and the United States seek a stability framework to end disputes and solidify a treaty by late 1926.
Funeral services for the Rev W F Nuzum former pastor of the Church of Christ at New Lexington will be held Friday at 11 00 in New Lexington He was a father of Mrs F E Roberts of Glouster and had three children Mrs Roberts Mrs Marcella Fischer and Earl Nuzum of Columbus Lifework spanned New Lexington to Columbus about ten years ago.
A list of visitors from distant towns attended the funeral of M. L. Gotle in Trimgle. Included were Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Gilley Edward Kuhos and Miss Beatrice Gilley of New Lexington Mr. and Mrs. O. G. Tinker of Athens Miss Grace Vess and Eber Clyde Vess of Lancaster and Mrs J. H. Archer of Glouster.
In Los Angeles J F F Gatrick 26 a tile setter planned to wed Katie Wilson 25 a telephone operator at the bottom of a swimming tank. He refused to rehearse in a cutaway and suit, choosing a tuxedo instead, and kept the minister and wedding party waiting for hours amid a quarrel over dress.
Athens City Council will discuss a zoning ordinance drafted by City Solicitor Johan W Bolin at the first April meeting. The measure will not be paced at Monday night’s session, and citizens interested in business industrial and residential zoning are urged to attend.
Tonight the Delta Gamma Mu journalism group at Ohio University will finalize plans for the visit of H E Rowe Columbus field secretary of the Ohio Newspaper Association. Rowe will address members Sunday morning in the Athens Messenger editorial room.
Berlin reports the death of General Conrad Von Der Geltz, famed for his role in the Battle of Tannenberg. Born in 1865, he held a prominent part in World War campaigns in the Baltic region.
A 16 ton truck plunged into the Rock River a mile and a half east of Medina after another truck tore the bridge out. Driver Robert F. Morrow, 33, died in the incident.
An aircraft carrying an oxygen specialist from Camden New Jersey collided with fate as it arrived under an hour after Mrs Rufus J King died of pneumonia. Mrs King, wife of a Dayton manufacturer, was noted as a prominent local figure.
In Columbus an unknown assailant fired seven shots into Fletcher Muilisap, 45, a Black father, while his five children reportedly slept inside their home. Police sought clues as the attack remained unsolved.
The Wednesday Afternoon Bridge Club gathered at 311 Fort Street to play. Prizes for top scores awarded: first to Mrs Bartels, second to Mrs J E Bennett, and third to Mrs Walter Mechem.
Memphis April 3. George Blacholder star right hand pitcher remained a holdout as the St. Louis Browns arrived to discuss terms with the Memphis Southern League Club in advance of the season.
The Boston Red Sox travel to Louisville to face the Louisville A. A. Club as persistent cold delays forced yesterday’s game.
Victor Sorrell appears set to win the Detroit Tigers opening assignment as April play begins in Atlanta Georgia. The rookie pitcher showed strong form in spring outings and positions himself as a top choice for the rotation.
A Brooklyn opponent was limited to two hits in a tense inning game yesterday as the pitcher controlled the pace. No other details were provided regarding the venue, score, or participating teams.
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