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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1926

Page

6

Ohio Insurance Officials Certify Multiple Firms' Finances in 1925 1928

The Ohio Division of Insurance issues certificates for many insurers including New Hampshire Fire Insurance Company, Niagara Fire Insurance Co, Royal Insurance Company Limited, Northern Assurance Co Ltd, Springfield Fire and Marine Insurance Co, and Travelers Indemnity Co. The notices list each company’s principal offices, compliance with Ohio laws, authorization for current-year business, and detailed financial statements with assets liabilities capital surplus and annual income and expenditures. Names cited include Harry L. Conn, Ohio Supt. of Insurance, with dates March 1, 1926 and December 1, 1928.

Ohio Division of Insurance Columbh L. M RTY Harry L. Conn Ins. of Columus State of NEW Hampshire Fire Insurance Company Manchester Met Ins Curlus Tate L. Conn Niagara Fire Insurance CO New Fe New York Obigtate Harry J. L. Conn State of Ohio New Wwmborance CO Eco Prince New State Columes Ray L. Conn Inegr E ‘Hwera and Mercantile Ast. Company, Ltd Wineipal London Great Britain Vichee Ts Insurance Society, Ltd Norwich Kingdom of Great Britain Ita Crsus Ortaca Bea Une Stetl Cthagancve Columbu Northern Assurance Co, Ltd Columbus Harry SL. Conn Told Colony Insurance Company Boston Massachusetts Phoenix Assurance Company, Ltd Kingdom Thla Philadelphia Fire and Marine Insurance Company Philadelphia Pennsylvania Harry J. Conn Ins. of Obi Late of Colum Harry L L. Conn Phoenix Insurance Company Hartford Connecticut Queen Insurance Company OF America New Royal Insurance Company Liverpoo Transac State of Ospe Division of Insurance Springfield Fire and Marine Isurance Co Springfield Thie Harry ‘J. Conn Superior Fire Insurance Company OF Pittsburgh Pittsburgh ST. Paul Scottish Union and National Insurance Company Edinburgh Travelers Indemnity Company Travelers Fire Insurance Company Yarry L. Conn Ins. of Ce Division of United States Fire Insurance Company State of New York United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company Baltimore Maryland I T of Inc Virginia Fire and Marine Insurance Company Richmond Virginia I.v.son of Insurance Harry Wunterintendent Westchester Fr Ire Insurance Company Vta World Fire and Marine Insurance CO Ohia

Two 15 Year Olds Drown in Stourbridge Canal

In Gornalwood England Agnes Stevens and Ethel Smith, both 15, drowned themselves in the Stourbridge Canal. Report notes discarded motor tires repurposed into shoes and mentions muck rectgear used by Spanish peasants, Chinese workers, and natives in South African diamond mines.

Gornalwood Eng Agnes Stevens Ethel Smith Stourbridge Canal

Son Loses Fight Over Will in London Case

London case records Major General Sir Charles Smith defeating his son in a bid to break the will. The report notes there are eight American soldier cemeteries in Europe, indicating broader wartime context.

London W. H. Smith Sir Charles Smith Fillers Europe

Gold Hoard Found in Roof of Dublin Cottage

Gold coins totaling 1585 dollars were discovered in the roof of a cottage being demolished at Eglich County Torong Dublin. Local authorities reported the find as a historic treasure hoard unearthed during demolition.

Dublin Eglich County Torong

British scientists develop fabric rivaling artificial silk

Two British researchers, Dr. Dinshaw R. Nanji of Birmingham University and Dr. Frederick James Paton of Bristol University, have developed a fabric designed to compete with artificial silk at about one quarter its cost. The announcement comes from a London research station in August. The textile aims to combine low price with enhanced quality for mass production.

London U.P Dinshaw R. Nanji Birmingam University Frederick James Paton Bristol University Camp

New Fibers From China Grass May End Cotton Dependence

Two scientists report a chemical process cuts labor time to under two hours for treating flax and other fibers, producing lustrous strong fibers rivaling artificial silk at a quarter the cost. They claim Ramien fibers from China grass are soft, lustrous, easily spun, and as good as cotton, with yields three to five times cotton per acre, potentially boosting Britain’s independence from foreign cotton and plans to license British manufacturers.

China Great Britain

Zoo Poster Warns Visitors Not to Mock Apes

Vienna officials at the Vienna Zoological Gardens posted a cheeky notice on the monkey cage urging guests not to feed or tease the apes. They report three fourths of the zoo’s monkeys suffer intestinal disorders from indiscriminate feeding and urge respectful behavior toward the animals.

Vienna Aug Vienna Zoological Gardens

Strange incident on Chicago street involving a man

A man was attacked on a Chicago street when a stranger jabbed him with a hypodermic needle and fled as bystanders gave chase. Police search for the suspect who escaped into the crowd.

Chicago Thomas

Realized Hopes Turned Sour for Lonely Alice in 1924

A long suffering Alice prays for companionship as her sister plans to visit. The sister arrives with her son, triggering friction and neglect as Alice loses her autonomy and happiness. The piece reflects on how fulfilled prayers can bring unintended sadness when loved ones intrude.

Son Alice Sergi Inc

Quicksands of Love ends with a rested producer’s nod

In Adele Garrison's vignette the narrator leaves Philip Veritzen's office after a successful task. A bus ride back hints at a secret bonus, while at home Lillian arrives unannounced to set up a tea, conference, and a further plan with the household already ready for an impending discussion.

Philip Veritzen Lillian

Restlessness and nervousness in daily life discussed by Dr Copeland

Dr Royal S Copeland explains restlessness as a form of nervousness tied to bodily and mental health. He urges adaptation over constant change, notes causes like hyperacidity and indigestion, and offers readers to seek medical guidance via mailed queries.

Copeland Royal Ina

Tomorrow's Horoscope for August 18 Outlook

The forecast calls for an active, progressive day with emphasis on trade, commerce, and publicity. Avoid irritability, and those with August 18 birthdays may enjoy a lively, prosperous year. Children born today may be lively yet impulsive. A career in literary or advertising fields is forecast.

Gold in Sea Waters Found Less Than Formerly Believed

Washington reports that sea water contains even less gold than previously thought. Assistant Commissioner Lewis Radcliffe cites Professor Haber and Dr Jaenicke who analyzed over 5,000 samples worldwide. New data show typical content around 5 to 10 milligrams per metric ton, with some Atlantic samples as low as 6.01 milligrams.

Washington Lewis Radcliffe Bureau of Fisheries Radcliffe K. Haber Haber J. Jaenicke South Atlantic Ocean

Gold in Sea Water Questioned by Professor Haber

Professor Haber reports sea water contains little gold in San Francisco samples while Polar regions show four to five times that amount. Melted Polar ice may hold richer gold. no profitable extraction method exists and large volumes would be impractical. Haber says gold occurs as mineral slime rather than dissolved gold chloride and is not feasible on industrial scales.

Fessor Haber San Francisco Polar Mr. Radcliffe Professor Haber Haber United States Bureau of Fisheries

Dawes Keeps One Hobby Reading History

Charles G. Dawes, vice president, says his only hobby is reading history despite talk of his pipe, fiddle, and musical pieces. He states he never plays the violin, did not invent his pipe, and rarely composes music though he once wrote a piece. He golfs for exercise and calls it merely walking with a club.

Charles G. Dawes United States

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