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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1932
Page
2
In Belleville and surrounding areas workers reject a new coal miners wage scale. Pickets gather at Central Illinois mines urging halt in operations as 2,200 Belleville workers face the new rate. Protests plan statewide action and possible recall of district officers amid open mines and threatened but nonfatal tension.
August 13 reports reveal Chancellor candidates Franz von Papen and Kurt von Schleicher refused Hitler’s bid for the chancellorship. Hitler pressed for top National Socialist cabinet posts and the vice chancellorship, with Papen offering Prussian premier instead. President von Hindenburg’s possible opposition looms as a walkout threat.
Mrs Mildred Davis widow of Jay N Davis who was killed in a gun battle was appointed town marshal for a day to receive her slain husband's pay. The council followed prosecutor Ladd's suggestion and set to resign after the salary was paid.
Major James H. Doolittle plans to compete in air races for the Cleveland Speed Foundation. His rebuilt plane is ready as he targets a transcontinental record under 10 hours, following last year’s Bendix Trophy win from Los Angeles to Cleveland. He will race from New York to establish the record.
Cleveland Aug 13 Frank Krupa 42 was killed instantly when his car careened down a 50 foot embankment into a creek. Relatives said Krupa likely fell asleep at the wheel.
Gallipolis dispatch notes a father Captain H. Houck and his two sons Orland and Charles N. Houck all served in World War I aboard the converted German vessel Frederick Wilhelm. The trio deployed from Norfolk August 14, 1918, with the father commanding Company A of the 5th Pioneer Infantry, while the sons held roles in Company E and later served in Army service units in France. All three were discharged by summer 1919. the family’s wartime service marked a unique father and sons record from Gallia County Ohio.
Washington January 13. U P Attributing the insanity of a 21 year old Fostoria girl to smoking cigarets containing marijuana or Indian hemp highlights federal efforts to curb the drug. The Harrison act covers opium and coca leaves only. Ohio and 22 other states have laws prohibiting the drug with penalties varying by offense up to a year in the penitentiary for a second offense.
In a bitter legal fight over Mayor James J. Walker's status, a writ delays a decision until Friday as Supreme Court review looms. Governor Roosevelt involvement, attorney clashes, and financial entanglements mark a tense week ahead as proceedings center on Walker's fate.
Washington Democrats hold a public discussion criticizing a claimed plan by the president. Parley accuses the president of unrevealed strategies to counter economic issues and proposes controversial federal and constitutional changes.
Madrid August reports that Jane Sen Jurjo, head of this week's abortive Monarchist revolt, will not be placed on trial before September. Republicans pressed for execution but the death penalty is not expected to be imposed, as officials indicated amid the unsettled case.
In Seattle on August 13 delegates of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union, led by Mrs Toole, vow to push for dry candidates and strict enforcement of statewide prohibitions. The assembly emphasizes unity among older members and aims to influence upcoming elections with renewed fervor.
In Chicago Aug, Edith Rocke McCormick's family nears reconciliation after years of division over marriages and affairs. The latest development sees her ex-husband, Harold F. McCormick, arriving at the bedside, as the prominent Chicago trust magnate and McCormick heir continues efforts to heal long estrangements within the family.
England. Here in a country churchyard at Stoke Poges near an ivy covered church, Grey wrote his famous Elegy. The sexton guides visitors through St Giles Church, noting Grey’s tomb, the Penn family pew, ancient doors, and a 1784 stained glass window later linked to a pre bicycle era legend.
London reports wine importers plan to visit the United States to negotiate contracts with merchants in England and France. The move appears tied to anticipated changes under prohibition law and signals British firms seeking U S deals.
Ohio Legion members gather for the annual convention with a resolutions committee preparing topics. Discussions focus on veteran benefits, disability publication, dependent support, welfare, and loans as part of the conference agenda. Meetings and caucus sessions are planned for Monday and Tuesday.
Grand Marais Minnesotan County faces funding crisis as no credit available to pay jail costs. Sheriff Charles Taylor’s team of two persistent inmates, held on drunkenness charges, complicates efforts. County board chair H O Engelson notes $5,000 in unpaid warrants held by banks, which refuse further credit. Cook County lies on Minnesota's northeastern border with Canada.
State funds totaling 40 0000 were released partially to Athens County schools amid delayed state education disbursements. Superintendents reported teachers may go months without pay as districts push for eight months of salary rather than nine, amid funding shortages and auditor findings.
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