General strike threat across Britain as coal talks fail
Four million workers in the triple alliance threaten a nationwide strike at midnight Tuesday if coal negotiations do not reopen. The move would halt railways and transport, while King George calls reserves to duty and Lloyd George defends government action as protecting the community.
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London
Triple Alliance
Great Britain
King George
Commons
Lloyd George
Labor
Betsy Ross Flag Story Called False by Historian
Philadelphia April 8 Betsy Ross tale of designing the 1776 flag is challenged by Louis Barecroft Rank an attorney and major of ordinance who calls the legend uncorroborated and historically baseless His book The Birth of Our Flag and Flag Etiquette argues Washington never altered a drawing and that Ross’s purported visit is unsubstantiated.
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Philadelphia
United Press
Betsy Ross
Louis Barecroft Rank
Runk
Arch Street
Washington
Continental Congress
Betsy
Vas
Congressional Committee
British minors refuse renewal talks as general strike looms
British miners practically refused Lloyd George's bid to renew negotiations. Transport and railway workers voted to strike unless miners and owners settle. A general strike is anticipated Sunday at midnight, with food relief plans and emergency measures to avert famine.
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United Press
London
Lloyd George
The
of Trade
Wales
Scotland
Edinburgh
Midlothian
Welch
Daily Herald
Triple Alliance
Times
Daily Telegraph
Daily Chronicle
News
Triple Alli
PB. m
Threatened Mines Could Be Flooded If Strike Paralyzes Industry
The coalition of 4,000,000 workers including miners, railway and transport staff threatens to halt fuel supplies and transport, risking a total industry paralysis if demands are not met.
Lima to add two women to police force
Mayor Burkhardt and Safety Director Fisher announce tentative plan to appoint two additional women officers in Lima Ohio. Officials cite constant complaints about young girls at questionable dance halls and mashers on downtown streets as the urging motive for expansion.
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Lima
Frank A. Burkhardt
Fred Fisher
Two Women Arrested Over Dying Declaration In Ohio
In Columbus on April 8 two women were arrested after 17 year old Ethel Barnett named them in a dying declaration alleging involvement in an illegal operation. Barnett, eldest of 13 children of Mr and Mrs John Barnett of McArthur Ohio, lay near death as her family hurried to Columbus. another Barnett child had died five weeks earlier. The suspects reportedly confessed when confronted with the declaration.
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Columbus
Ethel Barnett
Grand Opening of O U Bon Ton Ice Cream Parlor
Grand opening announced for O U Bon Ton Ice Cream Parlor featuring cigars cigarettes tobaccos candies chewing gum pops Hershey bars peanuts popcorn and novelties. Located opposite O U Ball Park W M B Sullivan. Special meeting Modern Women 7 PM at Junior Hall tonight. Be there. Cotton, Clerk.
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O. U. Bon Ton
W. M. B. Sullivan
O. U. Ball Park
Wooamen
T. A. Cotton
Weather Outlook Calls for Rain and Snow Across Regions
United Press reports the weather bureau warns of rain and snow in Michigan and northern areas this Saturday with overcoats needed in some parts while umbrellas and raincoats should be kept handy for the next 24 hours.
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Washington
United Press
Weather Bureau
Michigan
Farm Work Progresses In Ohio Despite Winter Setbacks
The Ohio weekly weather and crop bulletin reports early week cold and wet conditions hindered plowing, but recent days warmed soils. Winter grains show good growth and meadows are in fine shape. Southern Ohio fruit suffered serious damage.
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Ohio Weekly
Ohio
Buffalo man confesses in Edwell murder case claims innocence
Roy Harris, one of two paid aids in turfman Joseph Edwell slaying, declares innocence and cites an alibi. His wife Mrs. Harris defends him, saying he is delusional and not guilty, while police question details of the crime and Elwell's house interior. Harris fears possible execution and vows to wait for the outcome.
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Joseph Wasny
United Press
Buffalo
N. Y
Elwell
Roy Harris
Joseph B. Edwell
New York
United Press Today
Harris
Roy
Fairchild
Newcross
Oswald
New York Police
Athens Encampment to Install Third Degree April 9
Attention is called to Athens Encampment No 175 meeting on Saturday April 9 with work in the third degree. Lodge opens at 4:30 PM and a large class is expected. Supper will be served. Fraternal note from F T Gooding, C P.
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Athens
F. T. Gooding
C. P
Robbers Hold Up Cincinnati Saloon Steal Pin and Cash
Two masked men entered Jacob W. Samuels saloon in Cincinnati using a demand for money. They took a $1,000 pin from the proprietor and $75 from the cash register before fleeing in an automobile.
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Cincinnati
Jacob W. Samuels
Samuels
Divorce Laws of State Need Attention Now
In 1920 Ohio granted one divorce for every 2.6 marriages, rivaling Oregon and Nevada for separations. Dr James S McGraw cites rising divorce rates and calls for a federal uniform law and county courts for domestic relations. A combined evening program urged Sabbath preservation and Bible-based education in public schools.
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Ohio
Marshall
Jas. S. McGraw
The
Christian Church
Oregon
Nevada
National Reform Association
R. H. Smith
Arthur Cooper
James S. McGraw
Cooper
J. S. McGraw
McGraw
United States
Paboma
Reform Association
A. A. Atkinson
Arthur B. Cooper
Plant 18 of American Sewer Pipe resumes work soon
Urichsville reports Plant 18 of the American Sewer Pipe Company will resume operations in a few days as orders on hand promise solid business ahead.
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Urichsville
American Sewer Pipe Company
City Council Pressed For Hospital Addition Funds
Findlay officials seek $75,000 to finance an expansion at the local hospital. The vote will determine approval for the needed addition and related construction plans.
Trial of Al Tippie Delayed for More Evidence
Al Tippie of Amesville faced continued proceedings in a local court. The charge of giving away intoxicating liquor was disputed as witnesses could not be secured and the case was postponed with Tippie sent back to jail. Ed Jackson filed the charges.
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al Tippie
Amesville
Squire Helwig
Tippie
Ed Jackson
Jackson
North Hill park prospect eyed as city clears overgrowth
Service Director Williams plans to clear five to six acres around the North Hill reservoir to open the site as a city park and picnic area. The hill offers lawns for tennis and croquet, playground devices, shade trees, and a low-cost water supply, with local residents urging Federated clubs to review the proposal.
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Williams
North Hill
Williarms
Athens
Federated Women’s Clubs
Williama
Carbondale Man Faces Bad Charge
Sylvester Stump of near Carbondale is jailed on unlawful carnal knowledge and abuse charges involving a thirteen year old girl named Erma Woodrum. Prosecutor Emmett Woodrum states the incident occurred around March 8, 1921, with evidence placing Stump in Athens on December 28 where he registered the girl as Irma Stump at a local hotel.
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Sylvester Stump
Carbondale
Erma Woodrum
Emmett Woodrum
Stump
Shaw
Athens
Irma Stump
Should The Clock Be Moved Ahead
Athens residents weigh daylight saving with four voices. Prof L J Addicott argues against it citing later bedtimes and school sleep loss. Clyde Beverage supports it linking to Columbus timing. A L Johnson calls it detrimental to local business. Elizabeth McGrath questions timing suggesting winter alignment and early garden labor.
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Athens
L. J. Addicott
Elmwood Place
Clyde Beverage
Congress Street
Columbus
A. IL. Johnson
Elizabeth McGrath
Klux Klan Denies Involvement in Covington Death Case
Atlanta April 8 Colonel William Simmons imperial wizard of the Knights of the Ku Klux Klan declares the Klan is not connected to the John B Williams murder case in Covington Georgia. He says any claim of Klan fomenting race friction is unfounded and any member acting against the law would be banished and punished. The organization asserts it is law abiding and ready to aid official enforcement.
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Atlanta
Ku Klux Klan
John
Williams
Covington
William Joseph Simmons
Knights of the
Klu Klux Klan
Simmons
Klu
United Press
John 8. Williams
Knights of Ku Klux Klan
State of
Georgia
Superior Court
Fulton County
Knights of the Klu Klux Klan
Bandits Rob Mail Truck in Cincinnati Heist
Three bandits robbed a postoffice truck in Cincinnati on April 8. They seized sacks of mail estimated at 1000 to 30000 dollars after forcing two postal workers to drive to an alley and handcuffing them to the steering wheel. A passerby alerted police twenty minutes later and officers freed the men after sawing the wheel and handcuffs.
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Cincinnati
Baltimore and Ohio
Te Pair
Brindell Denies Break at Sing Sing. Aides Face New Trial
Ossining April 8. Robert P Brindell labor leader serving five years for conspiracy declined a Sing Sing hash and a prison waiter brought ham and eggs. Both Brindell and the waiter will be tried for violation of prison rules.
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Ossining
N. Y
Robert P. Brindell
Canton Officials Resist Interurban Service Cut to Akron
Canton County commissioners oppose a proposed reduction of interurban service to Akron. They urge protection of regional transit links and argue the cut would harm area commuters and economic ties between Canton and Akron.
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Canton County
Akron
Star Witness for the Kohler murder trial in Ohio
In Warren Ohio Judge Williams opened the Kohler murder trial as Detective Pat Gillen, ill at home, was to testify. Harry Collier, the state star witness, described the night of December 5 when the Kohler home burned and the two children died, while the defense seeks to counter his account. The courtroom remained crowded as hearings continued.
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Kohler
William 5
Ward
Harry Collier
Collier
New U Auto Paint Shop Opens Independent of Lostro Co
Local painter announces independent operation as U Auto Paint and Trim Shop. He states he is not connected with Lostro Auto Sales and lists his street address 28 in the area and provides a contact phone.
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U-Auto
Lostro Auto Sales 'Co
U-Auto Paint and
Governor Davis to name eight state department heads
Governor Davis moves to appoint eight state department heads under the emergency reorganization bill passed by the senate. The measure awaits action by the house and would take effect July 1, with the senate approving a fifty amendment package. The house reconvenes April 18 for consideration as changes implement the new code.
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Columbus
Davis
Senate
House
Ohio figures attend late Columbus service
April 8 in Columbus, Ohio, prominent Colvin from Brown University addressed a large audience at a late service. The event drew many attendees and reflected on current affairs.
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Columbus
Ohio
Colvin
Two Men Linked to Broadway Saloon Robbery
In Cincinnati on April 8 a jury found John Lyons and two accomplices involved in a Broadway saloon holdup. A fourth accused member was ruled insane after four hours of deliberation. Edward and Thomas Jones were found guilty and await sentencing.
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Cincinnati
John Lyons
Lyons
Broadway
Delib
Quartette
George
Edward
Thomas Jones
Kent Proposes Regular College Course In Kenton
The Kent chamber of commerce begins steps to establish a liberal arts college connected with Kent Normal School in Kenton Ohio. It will seek endorsements from all regional chambers and petition Governor Davis and the legislature for establishment.
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Kent
College
Kenton
Kent Normal School
Chamber of Commerce
Davis
Public Dance at Junior Hall This Saturday Evening
A community social at Junior Hall draws residents for a public dance this Saturday evening. Details emphasize a cooperative, family friendly event with music and dancing for all ages.
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Carbondale Man
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TATE
Washington Oreation Bureau
Peoterie J. Haskin
Athens Messenger Information Bureau
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