Graf Zeppelin refueling prep for Tokyo to Los Angeles leg
Passengers aboard the Graf Zeppelin complain of heat after Siberian flight as crews refuel and tune engines at Tokyo airport. Captain Lehmann and Commander Eckener oversee preparations for the Pacific leg toward Los Angeles and Lakehurst, with weather hopes high and a return to the Pacific crossing planned.
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Torio
U.P
Amigaura
Tokio
Los Angeles
Pacific Ocean
Friedrichshafen
Germany
Muaybach Motor Works
Zeppelin
Dirigibls
Lehmann
Cief
Graf
Hugo Ackener
Fligft
United States
Lakehurst
WN. J
Train Strikes Car Three Die At Grade Crossing
Three people were killed when their car was struck by a Toledo and Ohio Central passenger train at a grade crossing near WocYRUS. Victims were Miss Suzettie Walcutt 24 of Sycamore Miss Blanche Seabold 46 of Easton Pa and her daughter Alma 15. Seabold and Alma were visiting Walcutt en route to Marion to visit the Harding Memorial.
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Wocyrus
U.P
Toledo & Ohio Central
Here
Suzettie Walcutt
Sycamore
Blanche Seubold
Easton
Alma
Marion
Harding
Seabold
Miss Walcutt
Sycam
Youth Is Charged Attacking Teacher
Blueford Abbott, 24, is charged with criminally assaulting Ruby Taylor, 19, a Snake Creek school teacher, after allegedly entering the school on July 22 with cousins Ted and Roscoe Abbott who face similar charges. The teacher was dragged into a clump of trees as she tried to shield her summer pupils.
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Monticello
U.P
Blueford Abbott
Ruby Taylor
Snake Creek
Abbott
Ted
Roscoe
Prohibition Agent Fined $700 After arraignment in Bellfontaine
George Law, a prohibition agent working from a justice court, was fined $700 by Common Pleas Judge Thomp at Bellefontaine after arraignment on charges of possessing liquor and driving while intoxicated.
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Bellefontaine
George Lawes
Justice of the Peace Court
Common Pleas
Thomp
Doctor Snook Sentenced to Death for Theora Hix Murder
Columbus August 26 The death sentence was formally imposed on Dr James low ind Snook for the murder of Theora Hix his college girl inamorata The date of execution was set for November 29 the day after Thanksgiving Judge Scarlett overruled a motion for a new trial Snook remained calm as readings of his defense and emotional insanity pleas were discussed Theora Hix's father Melvin Hix attended the sentencing as the court rejected arguments that the jury was mob influenced The court noted Miss Hix regretted relations with Snook at times and found no contrary character proof besides Snook He claimed the dead woman’s statements showed she regretted the relations too
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Columbus
James Lowind
Snook
Theorallix
Inamorata
Hudse
Henry J. Scarlett
Dr. Snook
Melvin ‘T. Hix
Theora
Scarlett
Athens Council Hears Sewer Plan and Tax Advance Proposal
Athens officials discuss Morris Avenue six inch sewer pipe offer from Dr A Rardin and approve a 3000 tax advance to cover current expenses. The council also handles weed-cut duties, sidewalk obstructions, city air markings, and a proposed intercity meeting with health officials.
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Lancaster Street
Athens National Bank
Athens
A. Rardin
Morris Avenue
Rardin
William Bolio
John Rolin
R. A. Dalton
Clyde Mansfield
F. S. Lowry
J. M. Higgins
John M. Vorys
Columbus
Ideal Weather Marks Opening of Fair in Athens County
The seventy-eighth Athens County Fair opened under blue skies and cool breeze, drawing many visitors to exhibits in red brick buildings. Women from local granges prepare booths with crepe paper and muslin while apples, baked goods, textiles, and handcrafts attract attention. 4-H clubs display outfits and foods as fair premiums promise a busy next day.
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Athens County Fair
Mr. Sun
Granges
Diet plan promising 18 day menu from Dr Copeland
A printed diet feature outlines an 18 day plan by Dr Royal Copeland. It promotes lettuce salads with vinegar or lemon and no oils, advises lemonades and sour fruit juices, and lists sample meals including breakfast lunch and dinner with specific items like cottage cheese, tomatoes, and clam broth.
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Royal Copeland
Octopus on Display at Athens County Fair Strikes Awe
The Athens County fair features a displayed octopus touted as heartless by Rah Mona the magician. The creature, captured after a California near drowning incident, is dead and housed in a mercury tank. It measures 10 feet with about 1300 suckers and is believed to be 175 years old.
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Athens County
Rah Mona
Santa Rosa
California
New York
Monte Carlo
Rah Moua
Bargains in Classified Ads At The Fair
The listing features a 1927 Chevrolet coupe offered at 250 dollars with paint and tires in good shape. A three piece parlor suite is advertised for under half price. An offer for renting a small house or furnished rooms near the campus appears. Cole pups, natural heelers, are for sale. Lost items found at the fair can be quickly returned by the Messenger.
Woman Derby Flier Dies In Arizona Crash
In Phoenix area, Miss Marvel Crossin, a well known aviator, dies during the Santa Monica to Cleve land women's airplane derby stage near Wellton Arizona. Her parachute failed to deploy and her body was found near wreckage after the plane went tail first into desert brush.
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Phoenin
Ariz
U.R
Santa Monica
Miss Crossin
Crossin
San Bernardino
I O O F Lodge Picnic Set Sept The Athens Fairgrounds
The annual I O O F Lodge and Rebekahs picnic for Athens County members will be held September 2 at the Athens Fairgrounds. A program of addresses and music is planned for the afternoon with athletic contests, horse shoe pitching, and other diversions in the morning. A formal noon dinner is planned.
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Jf. O. O. FF
Athens County
Lodge
Rebekahs
Athens Fairgrounds
J. M Fitzpatrick
M. Kinkle
O. BR. A. Muate
Jacksonville
Joe Bardin
Hope of Saving Hague Meeting Is Shattered
Hague dispatch reports that treasury experts failed to value the four power compromise offer from France Italy Belgium and Japan to Great Britain. Each nation set a different figure and the final report shows an inability to pay the offer’s value. Philip Snowden, the British chancellor, is not expected to accept.
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Hague
U.R
Treasury
France
Ialy
Belgium
Japan
Great Britain
Philip Snowden
Sun God Gets Gas as Pilots Take Food
The Spokane Sun God piloted by Nick Mamer and Art Walker was refueled at dawn in Miles City Montana and departed before 5 a m to resume its nonstop cross country flight to Spokane. Gasoline and oil were lowered in cans from four planes flown by Frank Wiley and Tony Mathews while a breakfast was hoisted to the aircraft on a rope.
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Miles City
Mont
UPI
Spokane
Nick Mamer
Art Walker
Frank Wiley
Tony Mathews
Frazier Civil Engineer Dies at 80 Near Tiffin
Thomas J. Frazier 80 a civil engineer and retired railroad builder formerly of Zanesville died at his home near Tiffin today. Death was due to infirmities.
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Tiffin
Thomas J. Frazier
Zanesville
Here
Fire damages $3,200,000 on French liner at Havre pier
A raging blaze aboard a French liner waiting at Havre pier forced over 1,000 American tourists to find other lodging. Police suspect a short circuit started in a cabin causing extensive damage to deluxe cabins, the main smoking salon, and several lounges. Estimated damage tops $3,200,000.
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Havre
France
U.P
New York
Paris
Condition improves for man injured loading poles
Clarence Mansfield of 7 Palmer Street remains under care at Sheltering Arms hospital after a Monday accident at Frankfort Jaunter Company left him with a badly lacerated nose and face. Attendants reported his condition improving on Tuesday.
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Clarence Mansfield
Palmer Street
Frankfort
Feud Over War Debt and Border Clashes Amid Global Tensions
The report notes China and Russia facing border clashes with heavy artillery and rifle fire as troops concentrate on the frontier. It cites T. V. Soong’s remarks on financing armies, criticizing wartime spending and suggesting inefficiencies. Nearby, Afghan tribesmen revolt, capturing a Khan’s general in a dramatic airborne assault.
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China
Russia
PUNTSHMENE Report Note On Civilians and Brutality Mentions
A fragment cites civilian brutality as a recurring issue noted on Tuesday. The readable text references ongoing concerns about harm to civilians and calls for attention from authorities and observers.
Million Dollar Libel Suit Filed in Capital City
Gus Nations former head of Federal Prohibition enforcement in St Louis announces a $1,000,000 libel suit against Mrs Mabel Walker Willebrandt former U S assistant attorney general and Current News Features Company The suit seeks 490 600 actual and 400 000 punitive damages for articles about prohibition enforcement being published in aerial form by several newspapersFiled in St Louis and to be filed in Washington DC Nations says petitions were filed in duplicate in Washington DC
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ST. Louds
Mabel Walker Willebrandt
United States
Current News Features Company
Gus
Nations
St. Lonwin Distriet
Washington, D. C
Grewing
Willebrandt
Southern Ohio Firm Is Given Permit Today
The Public Utilities Commission authorized Southern Ohio Power Company to substitute its common stock for its outstanding seven percent preferred stock. The reorganization plan trades 19,647 shares of preferred stock for 93,255 shares of common stock at five for one, aiding capitalization readjustment.
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Columbus
Public Utilities Commission
Southern Ohio Power Company
Alto Train Crash Kills Clara Spear in Salem Event
A car struck the side of a Pennsylvania train in Alto Salem killing Clara Spear 22 and injuring four others who are expected to recover. The crash caused a local emergency response and investigation is ongoing.
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Salem
Clara Spear
Lisbon
Pennsylvania
Texan Learner Aims for Transport License
A 17 year old from Port Worth Texas described as small and red headed meets all requirements for a commercial license but will not receive it until March of next year. She needs 100 hours of solo flying to qualify for the transport license.
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Margaret Thomas
Port Worth
Texas
Ated
Tessas Air Transport Wing
Two Young Swiss Flyers Missing After Atlantic Flight Attempt
Oskar Kaeser aged 22 and Kurt Luscher attempted a westward Atlantic crossing in the Young Switzerland from the Azores toward New York via Halifax. They have not been heard from since yesterday as observers note favorable but shifting conditions and the aircraft’s engine appeared to run well at takeoff.
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New York
U.pr
Atlantic Ocean
Schaaffers
Oskar Kaeser
Kurt Luncher
Idehen
Portugal
Halifas
Kaeseris 22
Luscher Laleor
Switzerland
Tereiera Belond
Azores
Halifax
Br. Johns Newfoundland
Thane
Atlantic
Maps explain fair displays and buildings
Maps outlining the fair grounds and buildings for the Ohio State Fair have been received at the Athens County Farm Bureau office. They will be distributed to Athens County farmers with some kept at the office. Farmers may call the Farm Bureau Office to receive one. Mr. Johnson is named judge of 4-H individual demonstrations for the State Fair, with 4-H winners from the Athens County Fair accompanying him.
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Ofte State Air
Athens County Farm Bureau
T. Hy. Johteon
Athens County
Athens
Farm Suresu
Johnson
United Cigar Stores Sold to Syndicate Led by Morrow
New York August 20 United Cigar Stores passed into the control of a syndicate headed by George K Morrow in a deal described as one of the greatest financial transactions in the nation. The cash value was not announced but understood to exceed 106 million dollars. The Morrow led group controls companies with assets over 200 million dollars.
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New York
U.R
United Cigar Stores
George K. Morrow
Morrow
Farm Senator Paqup Joins Democrats in Tariff Debate
In Washington a Western coalition forms in the Senate as Democrats and Senators seek to block general industrial increases in the farm relief tariff bill. Senator Thomas announces a September 4 resolution to strike out all but agricultural duties, urging tariff revision to favor farming.
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Pater
Malion Phited Press Star
Washington
Senate
Romine
Senate Finance Committee
Thatoe
Ile
Eaders
Polson White
Jonette Howe
Dommecratie Executive Committee
Mercer Charged With Forging Check in Ohio Case
Leslie J. Mercer of Athens arraigned on forgery of a 30 dollar check tied to Coolville National Tank. Judge Carl Porter presiding. Mercer released on $900 bond. Affidavit signed by H. D. Williams, prosecuting attorney.
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Ohio
Coolville
Leslie J. Mercer
Athens
Carl HW. Porter
Booklet on reading breeds of dogs by USDA experts
The Athens Messenger highlights a government booklet detailing dog breeds with history and descriptions prepared by U S Department of Agriculture experts. Four six pages fully illustrated. The booklet is complete and authentic and can be secured through the Washington Information Bureau for four cents plus return postage and handling. Use the coupon.
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United States Department of Agriculture
Washington
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