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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1930
Page
2
Grim, exhausted workers labored 18 hours to move rock blocking No 4 shaft at Coalmont Collieries Blakeburn BC. Despite hopes, 42 miners entombed and believed dead as rescue attempts ended and bodies recovered amid fire and gas.
United States foreign trade fell to the lowest level in five years in July. Exports totaled 269 million dollars and imports 219 million, compared with July last year when exports were 402.86 million and imports 352.95 million. For the year to date, exports are down 600.6 million and imports down 484.5 million from the prior year.
A federal matter centers on Te Deckle arguing the merits of a song. The dispute involves questions of originality and potential legal exposure. The filing points to criteria under copyright law and seeks clarity on rights and defenses.
Norwalk reports a public hearing on the county budget with focus on Scarcity of water for livestock. Athens County discusses general fund allocations, county officers and highway expenses. Provisions include a proposed 8188.054.40 appropriation and transport costs for a fishing house, with hearings at the County Board of Commissioners.
Two new members joined Poroona Grange in Lodi Township as about sixty members attended. George Brady announced Grange exhibit invites for the Nelsonville Home Coming on September 8 to 10 and that Athens County Fair prizes would be duplicated. Farmers discussed tax changes and drought impact with County Farm Agent T. H. Johnson estimating up to 9 percent crop loss, with most losses along the river valley but likely under 4 to 9 percent overall.
A British airship correspondent reports from a voyage on the K-10, noting the craft never rolled or pitched, but highlighting limitations. He cites smoke restrictions, baggage handling, and uncomfortable bunks as barriers to profitable service and speed advantages. The author believes airships may soon aid mail and express traffic and some passengers, but the passenger method remains impractical for now.
State Senator Janes Joyce, who testified before a grand jury amid bribery charges tied to a state's attorney's car in the recent election, was found dead in his room at the Seneca Hotel. Coroner Herman Bradexen ordered a post mortem to confirm natural causes.
A rumor bundle in SAN PRANCIECO suggests a $20,000 gift from late Senator James B. Phelan to Mrs. Aolen Wille Moods, triggering debate among tennis and amateur circles. Critics call it absurd while supporters deny any connection to a team championship or official channels.
Report weaves through Harlem crime saga as Tilby Smith and others face death penalty. District justice outlines October electric chair date and related appeals as police pursue gang ties, rival claims, and last actions before sentencing.
Des Moines dispatch reports heavy precipitation awaited as a new storm spans multiple counties. Forecasters warn rainfall will be widespread with possible delays and moisture lingering through the area.
Union-on-the-Hill reports a 4-H Wiener Roast at the Marker farm during the 4-H Club Camp. Parents of club members will attend the event, with a meeting noted for August 13 at the home of Windis Rugs and listed attendees including Charles Holland Alton Walland Billy Gabriel Harold Ghibie and others.
Athens County Board of Elections released official primary tallies with Republicans showing broad support and Democrats performing notably in county offices. The report lists vote totals for county recorder coroner sheriff auditor and state and county candidates across both parties alongside party ballot results.
Fire swept the home of Claude Beech, president of the Painters' Union, in Cleveland. Early reports suggest the blaze damaged the residence and caused concern among Horak labor circles. No definitive cause given as investigators review the scene.
The airship R-100 arrives at Cardington England after a storm hurled Atlantic crossing from Montreal. The dirigible, delaying weather but completing the voyage, landed at 9 40 p m. local time after a 56 hour 1 minute flight from St Huberts Airport Montreal. Authorities report a safe arrival and notes on the ongoing Canadian and U S ocean patrol cooperation.
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