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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 25, 1920

Page

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Harding Eyes International Tribunal If Harding Wins

Raymond Clappe reports from Marion that Charles Hughes, former 1916 Republican candidate, said a tribunal of international justice would be established should Harding be elected. Hughes praised Harding for cooperation and cautioned against an autocratic executive, noting Harding would seek counsel.

Raymond Clappe Marion International ‘Justice Warren G. Harding Charles Hughes Dresidential Harding Wej Cox Elc

Sinn Fein threats loom over McSweeney case in Cork

In Cork, Lord Mayor McSweeney lies near death on a hunger strike as Sinn Fein officials warn of death sentences for those aiding his murder. Lloyd George refuses exemptions, while McSweeney’s sister appeals from Lucerne and supporters rally outside Brixton prison.

Lucerine Switzerland MacSweeney Lloyd George London Sinn Fein i McSween McSweeney Sinn Mary’ McSweeney Lucerne Ireland McSweegey

Economic Struggles Mentioned Amid Deaths and Credit Crunch

The article notes rising costs and shrinking credit as factors affecting daily life. It highlights consumer demand driven by price expectations and describes business rules in Baswilco, with mention of a downturn in bank credit and capital.

Fund for Kiddies Growings Benefit List

Fragmented notice lists donations and pledges for a children’s fund. Names such as Mrs. Harry Townsend appear with small cash amounts and a request to send donations to War Johnson. The snippet references a $106.00 total and a September timeframe.

War Johnson

Suffrage Vote Clarified by Federal Chief Justice Ruling

In Nashville on Tuesday suffrage leaders announced a federal chief justice ruling certifying 70 writs of certiorari and a state supreme court injunction. The decision, presented by Representative Mifer and Attorney General Tanacese, directs the governor and officials to act accordingly.

Nashville Gove H” Roberts State Supreme c Landsen

Daring raid at Wrigley House in Harrodsburg Kentucky

A spectacular raid by ten masked men stole whiskey worth 24000 dollars from a warehouse near Harrodsburg. The robbers dashed in two automobiles and were pursued by trucks as they moved 1400 barrels of whiskey, with Allen Lawrence reportedly held at gunpoint during the theft.

Harrodsburg van Arsdell Allen Lawrence Aime

Governor Cox in Evansville Trip Aims to Prove Republican Finances

In a storm of charges Governor Cox travels with the GOP to Evansville for an overnight stop. He asserts a large quota of county funds, cites papers from his pocket, and promises new disclosures on Republican finances. A dinner for newspaper correspondents at Trailsend follows the day’s briefings.

Mnd Cox Evansville Trailsend Dayton

Trunk Murder Suspect Hunted After New York Body Found

The Dryden reached Rio de Janeiro with a suspect in a New York Detroit trunk murder case. The body identified as Mrs. Eugene Leroy was found in a trunk shipped from Detroit. Her husband, believed to be the killer, had been pursued for weeks and surfaced in Newark by early August.

Rio Janeiro Dryden New York Detroit Tery Eugene Leroy New

Europe on brink of new war over Bolshevik terms

London dispatch reports Britain Italy France and possibly Belgium ready to force Bolsheviks to concede peace terms to Poland. Russia has until Friday to reply to the Aggio Italian note. major powers debate resuming hostilities, with German involvement possible and East Prussia seeking volunteers.

Russia Poland Italy France Great Britain Belgium Miller United Press London Europe Lloyd § Ige Eae East Prussia Eeae East Pecans eAre Miava Alexander Keremsky Nikolai Lenine Lenine Trotsky Brussels Hymas Delacroix

Trotsky Travels About Pains and Propaganda Train

Unclear OCR reads Trotsky travels about political propaganda train. Fragmentary names and places appear, but the text is garbled and lacks coherent facts or context.

Trotsky

Loaded Car of Whiskey Taken Tuesday

Twelve men were arrested in Chicago on August 25 and more than $6000 worth of liquor seized. Authorities say the whiskey was aboard a ship destined for the American Distributing Company, Chicago, with details of the theft involving wood alcohol from a chemical shipment. Police denied knowledge of the shipmen and investigation continued.

Shipmen Louisville American Distributing Company Chicago

Price reductions hit ten more New York lunch rooms

Albany reports more eateries cutting prices after threats of DOJ action. The aim is to curb profiteering in dining spots as authorities prepare possible indictments for restaurant price gouging.

Albany N. Y Department of Justice

District May Take New Vote On Tax

Columbus August primary returns show districts that defeated an extra school tax levy may re submit the issue at the November election under an opinion by Attorney General John G. Price. If carried, districts could share in the 1920 21 state school reserve fund distributions.

Columbus John G. Price Price

Boy Killed While Rabbit Hunting Near Pittsburg

Frank Carey aged 18, a Pittsburg glass worker, died while rabbit hunting near here. His shotgun misfired when a trigger caught on a sek, tearing the side of his face.

Frank Carey Pittsburg Carey

Masonic Temple Commandery Meeting Reported

Mason ic Temple Stated Commandery meeting held Wednesday night at 7 20 C E Cameron commander A Palmer recorder chaired the session with brief remarks and notes.

Masonic Temple C.E. Cameron A. Palmer

Unclear text fragment yields sparse historical note

The readable portion provides no clear event, person, or organization. The fragment hints at a wartime context with Polish forces and peace terms but lacks concrete facts to substantiate a specific report.

Harding Speech Seeks Mutual Trade Ties in Americas

Senator Warren G Harding from Marion Ohio urged in a porch speech that the United States pursue friendly cooperation with Pan American nations. He argued cooperation on trade would advance mutual interests and noted the growing presence of women in the delegation. He warned against alienating international ties and reaffirmed American freedom and leadership.

Marion Artig United States New World Chase & Phantom Ares Harding Wyandot Ution Harding United States of America

Democratic national committee funds trail under 100000

New York August 25 campaign fund receipts for the Democratic National Committee total less than 100000 to date, according to Chairman White.

New York Democratic National Committee White

Senator Harding to attend State Fair on Presidential Day

G Harding signals willingness to attend the State Fair on August 31 but declines to give a political address. R D Williamson of the State Fair Board conveyed the invitation and urged reconsideration after discussing the matter in Marion. Fresh fish hamburgers hot dogs and lemonade are advertised at Sullivan's stand at the Fair Grounds.

Columbus G. Harding R. D. Williamson State Fair Board Mariona Sullivan Fair Grounds C. V

County Apple Orchard Inspection Draws Praise

On Tuesday morning an inspection tour of apple orchards in Athens and Washington counties was led by W. F. Kampf. The sites visited included Bingman Coolville Rogers Coolville Oakes Washington county Silas Oakes and Humphrey and Whaley Torch. Special demonstrations on orchard management were shown at each location and the party expressed strong approval, with plans for an annual event and organization success anticipated.

Wild Sansar Athens Washington Maphipes Steve Bingman Coolville E. L. Rogers H. Houston C. W. Oakes Washington County Silas Oakes Humphrey and Whaley Torch W. F. Kampf

Athens County Fair Autumn Exhibition Promises Record Attendance

Officials forecast record attendance at the Athens county fair with strong fruit entries and top quality displays. Judges note the finest exhibits in history across sheep swine cattle and other classes as concessions operate and events unfold.

Athens County Fair Lowell Chase Theatle- Duffield Stewards Ohio National Guard Fair Grounds

Start New Suit to Delay Suffrage Challenging 19th Amendment in DC

The anti suffrage campaign moved to Washington as a suit to block Secretary Colby from proclaiming the 19th amendment was filed in the District of Columbia supreme court. The action seeks to delay ratification and delay the amendment’s proclamation.

Washington Colby District of Columbia Supreme Court

Mystery Death In Grantwood Woods Found Unidentified Girl

In Grantwood New Jersey an unidentified girl about 20 was found dead in the woods. Her clothes were torn and hair disarranged. Police say she may have been dead several days with no cause yet determined.

Grantwood N. J Grantwood Woods

Confiscations Reported Amid Food Shortage Speculation

Fragmentary report notes wartime style shortages with mentions of silver and half dollars and confiscations of wheels and other items in a rural or urban setting. Lacking clear names, places, or dates.

Cleveland Aug

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