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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 10, 1920

Page

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Atrocities Charged to Soviets in League Message

A chaotic dispatch from European capitals describes Polish defense lines shattering under Bolshevik pressure. Warsaw reports fierce fighting near the Bug River as Cossacks advance and Polish massed troops prepare for a last stand while Allied observers caution cautious front-line actions.

League OF Nations Berlin Poland Warsaw Waraw Broussac Vilna Germany

Aggressive Push for Ratification in Suffrage Fight

Dayton reports a high stakes battle as Cox allies press Tennessee ratification of the federal amendment. Governor Cox appeals to women to support the suffrage cause while aiming to regain Senate control. Campaign plans include auto tours to Camp Perry and speeches across competing states.

Dayton League of Waiting Cox Tennessee Democratic United States Byt Pine Rp Rina Vem Georg Bats Women's Bureau The Democratic One Committee Preston Sip Campaien

Poland special prayers service attended by bishops and diplomats

A special service for Poland was held Sunday in Rome with bishops and diplomats in attendance. The Holy See ordered prayers and offered a budgetary attachment as part of the solemn observance.

Rome Holy See Durcpeseion Poland

Receivership Sought for Weeghman in Chicago

A petition filed in Chicago seeks a receivership for Charles Weeghman, restaurant owner and $2,008 creditor claim noted against Security Flour Company. The action cites Weeghman’s baseball investments and past finances, including a 1914 backing of the Chicago Federal league club and ownership of the Cubs, with divorce proceedings listing a $400 monthly alimony and a fortune around $1 million.

Chicago Charles Weeghman Weeghman Chicago ‘Na’ League Lewis Pepnish An Ney Pennish Security Flour Company Weegham Lucky Charlie Chicago Federal League North Ide

Troy Grange Meeting Focuses on Farm Sports August 14

Troy Grange in Coolville Ohio announces a meeting for August 14 to discuss sports for farmers and community activities. Okey Ri Bong will provide a talk on staying on the farm and melodies.

Coolville Troy Grange

Sahire SF Suk Dneey K Event at P Halt Friday Night

A Manchester style notice announces a social event at P Halt on Friday night with music by Gioust er orchestra. Details are brief and include a date close to August.

Sahire SF P. Halt Giouster Orchestra Rit

Athens Masonic Temple sale planned at 7 30 PM

Members of Paramuthia Lodge No 25 will meet at 7 30 PM to decide the sale of the Masonic Temple in Athens. The session will also consider locating the order’s new meeting place. Members of the Athens Masonic bodies are urged to attend.

Athens Paramuthia Lodge No. 25

Demonstration in Dublin Ends in Killings and Wounded

An Ore man was killed and another wounded when soldiers fired on a celebrating crowd after Archbishop Mannix arrived in England. The crowd ignored the curfew as they cheered amid bonfires. Two soldiers were killed at dawn during the unrest.

Dublin Mannix England

Villa Surrenders to Federals Ends Bandit Career

Villa yields to government troops in San Pedro after a 600 mile desert trek and twelve day journey. He vows peace and a simple ranch life, saying he will work for Mexico and education while avoiding politics. Villista followers mobilized and celebrated as he agrees to abide by federal law.

Genere Chihuwhua Hia United Press Villa Mexico Myéeit Ube Martinez Villista Sue Meee Chibua San Pedro Carranza

One Killed and Two Injured in Auto Crash

In Warren on August 10 Mrs. Dora Johnson 48 was killed when a Baltimore and Ohio passenger train struck her automobile on August Avenue. Her husband J.T. Johnson and grandson Kenneth aged 4 were badly injured. aid was being received at the city hospital ten minutes after the collision.

Warren Dora Johnson J.T. Johnson Kenneth Baltimore and Ohio Aguneston Avenue

Justice probes textile mill closings amid price conspiracy claims

The department of justice investigates textile industry closures to see if cotton and woolen mills shut down to keep seed producer prices high. Palmer directed action, with New England representatives and district attorneys assisting. nationwide plant closures rose about 26 percent.

Washington Department of Justice I Seed Palmer New England Rome

Prosecution Angles Rise in Frank Courtney Case

The county prosecutions hinge on evidence from Albert Birge and the dead man’s wife as Carl Smith faces questions over his initial story. Discrepancies arise between his first account and subsequent statements. Congressman Foster defends Robert Sharp, linked to the Deanville killing of Frank Courtney.

Seers Foster Carl Smith Albert Birge Congressman Foster Robert Sharp Frank Courtney Deanville Sharp

Bulgarian Treaty 18 Signed In Paris

Ratifications of the Bulgarian peace treaty were exchanged today at the Quai d Orsay by representatives of Bulgaria and the Allied powers in Paris.

Paris Quai d’Orsay

Apple grower struck dead by lightning in yard

August 10 report from Warren states Matt Coster and Nelson Ledge farm apple growers were killed by a bolt of lightning while Coster repaired a road drag in his yard.

Warren Matt Coster Peesment Nelson Ledge Coster

Voter Cox Cast Ballot In Ohio Primary

In Dayton suburb Carmonte a Democratic nominee Cox voted early in the Ohio primary. The governor paused on his way home to comment on the Democratic candidates observed at the obscure polling place.

Dayton Carfmonte Cox Ohio

Harding War on Witte Shocks Local Ghia Chiefs

Local report notes a conflict described as Harding versus Witte in a sharp clash among community leaders. Dominant figures include Raymond and Ghi ef s chiefs. The piece emphasizes political tension and notable names involved.

Fragmented Names and Places from Horous Paper

A garbled OCR snippet lists residents including Mrs Meade Beatty of Lysander and Charles, with references to Lodi and Athens. Mentions Mrs Sams of Luldear and Mrs Harriet Wood of Buchtel. No clear event or context evident.

Hor Meade Beatty Lysander Charles

Magons Attention Meeting of Paramuthian Lodge No 25

Members of Paramuthian Lodge No 25 F A M are urged to attend a Tuesday evening meeting on August 10 at 7 30 marking business of the utmost importance that requires a large attendance.

Paramuthian Lodge

Crank Case Trials In Philadelphia Asks Crank’s Kin Sought

Federal authorities and police hunted Augusto Pie and his wife and 12 year old daughter tied to the Coughlin baby kidnapping case. Pasquale claimed the family left for Italy two years ago but investigators doubted the tale and pressed on. A Willow Grove witness reported seeing a woman and child with a worker’s coat in a car the day the child was taken. If no accomplices are found, the suspect will be moved to Norristown for trial.

Philadelphia Augusto Pie Coughlin Pasquale Italy Charles Munsley Willowrove Here Norristown Stanc

Chicago labor wage award details amid strike tensions

Fragmentary report from Chicago outlines a labor and wage dispute with mentions of a total award near 90 million dollars. The unreadable text hints at workers seeking raises and potential strikes tied to transit or public services.

Chicago Esaral

Athens Couple Involved In Missing Goods Case

Prosecutor Bartels outlines a case centered on Jane Moore and her husband regarding missing items from Athens stores. The Moores allegedly settled for stolen goods including a diamond and various clothing items. Police suspect Mrs Moore of guilt while noting possible external influence and family trouble surrounding the case.

Bartels Jane Moore Athens Moores Jacobs McHenry Sisler’s Zenner’s

Ice Cream Social at the School

A school hosts an ice cream social on an announced date with admission details and a brief notice inviting families to attend for socializing and fundraising.

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