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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1924

Page

2

Oklahoma Ex-Governor Claims Ku Klux Influence in Politics

J C Iron Jack Walton, former Oklahoma governor and Democratic U S Senate candidate, declares in an exclusive International News Service piece that the Ku Klux Klan has penetrated national politics. He plans eastern city speeches to oppose the Klan and urges a nationwide fight to curb its power. He cites Democratic National Committee interference and Klans control in New York, Atlanta, and the South. He vows to press the issue in the forthcoming campaign and not rest until victory.

Ku Klux Klan U. S Oklahoma I. N Oklahoma City Ku Aux Klan United States W. Joseph Minons Democratic National New York City Ates Rvil Atlanta Democratic Party Southland Klan Xas Kansas Senate

Registered Mail Burned in New York Inventory Found

Federal officials in New York catalogued contents of ten registered mail bags damaged by fire on a truck en route between post stations. Incident suspected incendiary origin, kept in a locked sack, with jewelry money and securities valued at several hundred thousand dollars.

Ice Bees York

Lexington Man Dies From Injuries After Fall

Charles W. Rinehart, 68, longtime superintendent of the Lexington water works and a prominent citizen, died today from injuries suffered two weeks earlier when he fell from a tree. He had been hospitalized in Ga Bbus hospital and was moved there last week for treatment.

Exuw

Polish Police Repel Russian Bandits at Frontier

Polish military police engaged bandits in Volynia province driving them back from the frontier. One Polish officer was killed and another wounded.

Riga Volynia Ned

Rail Time Card for Athens Trains and Schedules

Daily and local rail departures and arrivals listed for Athens with multiple lines including K and M trains Hocking Valley Baltimore and Ohio and local services. Timings cover northbound southbound east and westbound departures with notes on daily and Sunday services and local trains.

Athens Hocking Valley Baltimore & Ohio

Kenney Family Annual Reunion Near Fleasarton

The Kenney family held its annual reunion on Sunday August 24 at the old Kenney farm south of Pleasanton with 126 attendees bringing lunch baskets. Music came from Lawrence Braley and the congregation. a noon dinner followed with a business meeting deciding next year’s Labor Day reunion and a fuller program. Attendees included numerous Kenney relatives and spouses from Cincinnati Columbus Albany Athens White Hall Fisher Chase Pleasanton and Bates with many children.

Kenney Kenney Farm Pleasanton Lawrence Braley Frank Kinkead Cyrus Gilmore Cincinnati Alva Leighty Columbus Henry Dixon Downington E. Clarke Albany Wash McVay Chas. Leighty Eldon Kenney Harry Bolton Wyllis Everette Haning Ernest Helwig James Bolton Ira Haning Helen Dixon Harry Dixon Thad Haning Edd Brown William Young Frank Young Chase John Haning Grant Bolin Thomas Meighn John Cuckler Irank Martin Wayne Kenney Ed Martin Frank Helwig Peter Sargent Webster Kenney Stella Eggleston Ruth Morrison Athens Mr. Marshall Dixon

Athens County Wins State Tax Share in August Settlement

Athens county auditor Fred Cornwell announced the August tax settlement with the state. The county will receive 154 530 90 of 505 320 07 total with allocations to roads 42 337 23 and prison construction 5 095 21. Other funds include salaries 31 752 93 and school funds 249 063 48 with towns receiving 49 480 9 and the state 5 059 29.

Athens County Fred Cornwell

Inheritance Tax Enriches Athens County

Inheritance taxes paid in Athens County for the first six months amounted to 12,766 dollars. The state will receive 5,368.35 dollars while county refunds total 668.44 dollars and district refunds 343.75 dollars. Athens Township and several towns and townships receive various allocations from the tax proceeds.

Athens County Fred Cornwell Athens Dover Rome Township Troy Township Athens Township Glouster Canaan Township Albany Ames Township

Prince of Wales rests after tug of war and broom contest

On board liner Berenga Ria the Prince of Wales rested after his participation in a tug of war and a broom and pillow contest against a tall American challenger. He showed no signs of fatigue despite the strenuous events.

Prince of Wales

Hero of Sea Disaster Survives Shanghai Sinks

The Shanghai a Chinese junk bound from Norway to New York was driven onto White Point Shoals off Canso in a fierce storm. All aboard were saved including De Witt Wells former New York City municipal judge and his son Weil Chandler Chapman and two Norwegian seamen. A crewman Bryndessen sacrificed by leaping overboard to secure a line to shore. The ship broke apart while the rescue continued.

Halipax Shanghai Norway New York White Point Shoals Canso de Witt Wells New York City Day Weil Wells Chandler Chapman Ihe Bryndessen North Atlantic

Girl Confesses Part In Jewelry Robbery

Dorothy Kelley an actress confessed to police that she and her husband James Burns and Harry Chance looted the Maden Lane jewelry store Feldenheimer and Jacoby of $100 000 in unset stones. The gems were sold for $6 000 with $1 650 spent on a spree. Burns Chance denied involvement as $4 250 was found on Kelley.

New York Dorothy Kelley James Burns Harry Chance Maiden Lane Feldenheimer and Jacoby

End Kidney Troubles with Marsh Root Prescription 777

A health notice promotes Dr Carey marsh root prescription 777 as the best cure for kidney issues. It claims backache puffiness and clammy hands indicate kidney poison and urges readers to buy the liquid or tablet remedy from a druggist for 75 cents.

Dear Annie Laurie Love Advice Column Panel Debates Age Gap

A twenty year old girl asks about marrying a younger foreign boyfriend who cannot support her. Critics note age difference and family opposition, while the suitor supports a large family. Parents warn against marrying without stability and caution about long term luck.

Annie Laurie Bolks

Davis to name campaign chairman for Ohio fall drive

In Columbus on August 28 Republican gubernatorial nominee Harry L. Davis prepared to select a campaign chairman for the seven member committee to manage the state drive. Davis planned to confer with advisers and announce the choice soon. Possible appointees include J. O. Mills of Columbus or D. R. Jones of Cleveland. An advisory county representation and a 22 member executive group will guide the effort under the state central committee.

Columbus Harry L. Davis Committee of Seven State Central Committee Davis J. O. Mills D. R. Jones Cleveland

Grasshoppers for Bait Catch Okanagan Farmers

Farmers in Okanagan Washington advertise in city papers selling grasshoppers by the quart as trout bait. Proceeds will fund buying poisons to destroy the plague of grasshoppers sweeping the region.

Ohio Soldiers Plan Findlay Reunion with Pershing

Logan Ohio August 28 Former members of the 37th Division plan the annual Findlay reunion from August 31 to September 2. The event will feature General John J. Pershing and other notables, with additional organization reunions during the week and a large turnout anticipated from Hocking County.

Robinson and Johnson Family Reunion Set for Albany Area

The Robinson and Johnson families plan a reunion on Sunday August 31 at the home of Mr and Mrs Lafe Andrews near Albany.

Robinson and Johnson Mrs Lafe Andrews Albany

Governor's Race Opens At Fair With Silver Cup Prize

Director of Agriculture Truax predicted 100000 attendees for the fair today, citing past Governor's Days and large crowds this year. Governor Donahey toured the grounds early, with an extra attraction the $3000 Governor's Race for 3 year old horses and a silver cup for the winner.

Truax Donahey

School Ventilation Program Aims to Engage Silent Children

Fragmentary report hints at a committee plan for a school ventilation program and lessons to awaken interest in silent or withdrawn children. Details unclear due to damaged OCR.

Sleepy Children School Proposal Raises LCC Discussion

London County Council education officials study the need for a school for sleepy pupils unable to stay awake in class. The plan aims to provide specialized treatment and structured routines to improve alertness and learning.

London London County Council

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Loren Peerson Kansas City Donald Raytown Bates City Tron Wgk Democrat J.C. Walton Wew Lexington Ata 3 Pete Saturday Evening Post Ford Peter McKinley Kenny Fleasarton Lydia E. Pinkham Bridgeport Connecticut Henry C. Suitu Box 6 Conn Ydia E. Pinkham Ohio G.O. P Okanagan, Wash Findlay Reunion Gibson Pharmacy The Bank of Athen Cleveland Real Estate Bonds Schultz Brothers .Co Nian Trust Duildind Coaline Vic Donahey B. M. Covert Portland Cement Association Farmers Bank Pittsburgh Pup
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