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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 01, 1929

Page

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Byrd Safe After Flight To South Pole

Coldest November weather in Ohio in 49 years reported with blizzards and biting winds easing. Akron and Char don recorded five below temperatures, Cleveland two below, as relief was forecast for Sunday and temperatures slowly rose. Several deaths attributed directly to the cold were noted in Columbus where the weather bulletin described dangerous conditions.

Ohio Columbus Akron Churdgn Weland Kentucky West Virginia Abren Litstide Cleveland Shommas Melhail Michael Markowski Lakewood Cabin Five Smith William Jennings Brgus

New Cold Wave Clouds Midwest Snowbound Southeast

A fierce cold wave from the Saskatchewan front drives Southeast the Midwest with blizzards and record lows. Akron and Chicago report severe subzero readings while traffic injuries rise and several fatalities occur from exposure and carbon monoxide.

Unclear text assembling a wartime policy discussion

Fragmented item reports varied comments on Russia China and Japan, with references to peace drafts, Japanese involvement, and political figures. Mentions Henderson and Britain's labor cabinet and a Virginia hunting scene amid a disrupted wartime atmosphere.

America He Henderson Britain Japan Nrussia Russia

Ohio State Students Killed in Toledo Wreck

Two Ohio State University students died early today when their car skidded and crashed into a telephone pole in Toledo. The two survivors, bruised, were Willard Bunting and Thomas Martin. Esther Mom and Vara Mundwiler were among party-goers returning home.

Toledo Ohio State University Willard Munting W. F. Bunting Lee-Pres General Manicar Ingrass Company Ken Thomas Martin Pusad Martin Sino Aurtenta Vara Mundwiler Esther Mom Pasarg Loyss Bunling Columbus

Three Inches of Glass in His Back

Harold Hoek, 20, a county jail prisoner in Lancaster, recovers from surgery to remove a three inch piece of glass lodged in his back after a car collision. Eck faces manslaughter charges in the death of Ralph Gorham, 20, from the same accident.

Lancaster Harold Hoek Eck Eek Ralph Gorham

Fourteen Sheep Killed in Walsh Farm Attack

Fourteen sheep owned by Arthur Walsh of Athens Township were killed last week by dogs according to Athens County dog warden Porter Dicken. Six sheep survived after Walsh arrived during the attack, and Dicken later tried to corral the dogs but could not reach them from close range. In Cardondale Nov 20 Batt Special Edward Geits and John Weatherstone were dumped into Sheffield Creek when their car left the road, suffering only minor injuries as the auto was badly damaged.

Chicago Iletary Middlewest Central States Minnesota Midwest Upper Michigan Wisconsin Ashland Superior Wis Arthur Walsh Athens Township Dage Porter Dicken Athens County Walsh Dicken Cardondale Edward Geits John Weatherstone Sheffield Creek

Funeral for Hall Jones family victims to be held Sunday

POMEROY Nov 50 51 Special Death toll rises as three members of the Hall Jones families die within a week. Nathan Tal died at his Pomeroy home aged 71. Widow Addie Hall aged 73 also passed away. A double funeral service was held for the trio on November 31, marking a week of tragedy in the community.

Hall-Jones Nathan Hall Pomeroy Hail-Jones Letart W. Va Nathan Tal Addie Hall Ste

Dredging Meet Aims to Curb Flood Risk At Athens County

Saturday meeting in Athens County seeks to estimate dredging costs to prevent flooding. State Rep Mardis and JL Tracey discuss hiring an engineer to prepare a free cost estimate, with farmers forming a sponsoring group.

Defame Urata Hilver Athens County Mardis JL Tracey Tata Anditar Mardis la Alms County Ind Caribe Canay Om Porns Tracey Mardy

University honors football team at Legion banquet

Ohio University officials including BR Bryan announce a 6:30 banquet at Crestyiertan Church sponsored by the American Legion Post 21 to honor the football team. About 400 attendees expected with Og. C. Bird assisting athletics, and coaches from Ohio University to speak. An informal meeting follows at Legion headquarters on Court Street.

Universaty Athieite TR Bryan Uiveitly KTS Crosser Test Sec. 21 American Legion Minsterwald Igistmaster Ohio University C. Glyson Urgan Legion Court Street

Warmer Weather In Coming Week

Washington dispatch reports a mixed forecast for December 2 to 7. Oslo Valley expects snow or rain in the south, snow in the north, with a shift to mostly fair conditions in the east, and rain or snow over the north on Thursday. Cold spells module Monday, Tuesday, and end of week, with warmer by Thursday. Temperatures expected below normal.

Washington Oslo Valley Warner

POMEROY Death Notices and Funeral Details

Mrs dpin Eblin died at her home on Union Avenue Thanksgiving Day. Services set for Sunday afternoon at bit and Chueh with interment at Mowe Cemetery. Mrs Sayre, widow of Omne Sayre, died a day after her sister. funeral held at Poneroy Methodist Church with a large procession. Her husband, an architect from New York, survives.

Pomeroy Sov Dpin Eblin Gnion Mos Slater G. W Mowe Mik Bilas Siyes Omne Sayre Alt Poneroy Sayre Vedra Gankel Jupiter

Gas Claims Five in One Family Tragedy in Paunton

A fragmentary report details a deadly gas incident in Paunton where five members of the Rudin family perished at their home. The surviving relatives and local authorities investigate possible causes and sequence of events amid a somber community response.

Hoover's Message Compared Shorter Than Peers

Washington November 30 President Hoover's first annual Message to Congress is expected to be submitted next Tuesday and runs about 12 458 words. White House officials say the document is longer than Coolidge's but shorter than messages from McKinley era predecessors.

Washington Hoover Congress Calvin Coolidge McKinley White House

Shop-o-Scope Listings Today Gift Subscriptions Grow

An old listing notes a yearly magazine subscription as a popular Christmas gift. It mentions extra heavy wool shawls in black brown and mixed colors 39 by 54 inches priced at 6 dollars and a teal chest for boys with tools packed inside also priced near 6 dollars.

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Memorial Music Program at Athan Lodge Elks Service

The midburial memorial service for Athan Lodge No 1 Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks begins at 2 pm in the Cine Building with opening by Glen M Roemis and music by the lodge quartet. Officials note hundreds expected. including eulogies by Ware Sten and others, honoring deceased members and past veterans of the lodge.

Athan Lodge Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Obey University Melocl Glen M. Roemis Rldaatiaele Aurvices Mesa Robert Tunpitin Dae Bayder Aso Miyr Mang Maree Pousptgin Chucks Dosepl Tad Ware Sten Bulge Wierd Tino Fromm Athenk Javtien Navedhik Uin MM. Pippis

Poison Victim To Be Buried At Carbondale

A poisoning death leads to burial plans for Carbondale. The victim, Carinn Shay Speary, will be laid to rest at Astury Church Cemetery after a funeral at the church Sunday afternoon. Authorities say alcohol was involved and a prior body was found. the case involves residents and family members in Lancaster.

Carbondale Carinn Shay Speary Mika Tendhathlestt Poe Abrinkisa Burt Meron Ural Clarles Notlee Lankaster

Ada Man Is World's Champ Corn Grower

Ada Marshall of Ada has been named the greatest corn grower in the world by the Agriculture Department at Ohio State University after tests showing a yield of 170.1 bushels per acre. He outpaced his nearest rival by a wide margin. In Cleveland, Charles Fromm, president of Stark County Board of County Commissioners, was sentenced to 12 months to 10 years in Ohio Penitentiary for not reporting a bribe.

Columbus Marshall Ada Fromm Cleveland Uri Charies Stark County Board of County Commissioners Ohio Tadly

Manhattan Coal completes new tipple at Rose Farm

The Manhattan Coal Company finished a new tipple at Rose Farm near Crooksville, adding a second tipple to the mine. The mine now handles 2,600 tons daily and plans to hire 250 more men in a few days to manage the increased output.

New Lexington Manhattan Coal Company Rose Farm Crooksville

Frigid Weather Sets Record On Friday Night

Record cold swept the region on Friday night as temperatures near zero. A weather report from Keph by OW. Gibson cites a new all time November low, with forecasts predicting continued chilly conditions through the week and warnings of possible wintry weather. Local reports from surrounding areas noted slick roads and travel hazards as authorities prepared for harsher conditions.

Wibena OW. Gibson Ameoile Hedi Werner Ataeseliem Progen Valley Athens Burroundings Gererettt Cécorda

Stockholders Favor Sale to C & O for Trunk Line Plan

Stockholders approved the proposed sale to the Chesapeake and Ohio railroad, a move to form part of a trunk line. The meeting discussed control of a minority stake and the impact on the company’s future direction, with observers noting the potential shift in leadership and regional rail strategy.

H. V Trunk Line

Explorer Back at Rage After New Conquest Flight

Commander Richard E. Byrd returned to base after a successful South Pole flight surveying adjacent territory. The mission, reported by major newspapers, was free of mishap and Captain McKinley was noted for excellent shots. Byrd’s safe return marks a historic Antarctic achievement for Little America.

RAGE New York The New York Times St. Louis Post Dispatch Richard E. Byrd Antarctic Byrd Bave Little America South Pole Mispal

Smallpox Preventive Measures Implemented Locally

Logan officials report guarded steps to halt smallpox spread after a village resident, Mr. Shively, contracted the disease. Health workers coordinate with local firms to prevent further cases and survey schools and households to determine exposure and vaccination needs.

Col Wilson Dies in California Ohio Judge in Retirement Era

Judge Col Wilson, longtime Ohio jurist, died in California after a career spanning the Memphis era. He served as a prominent court figure, later retiring to California where he died. He married Mary Ciro in 1887 and left eight children and many grandchildren. He was a member of veteran orders and received an honorary Doctor of Laws from Ohio University in 1918.

Wilson Qual California Ohio Bnat Epg Trattoria Smayaanter Jaudace Awikwon Wage Macy Harper Ihalserant Albury Maentiat Pyentheth Olt Etuna Atlantia Carolinna Fils Celamihas Tin John Whaon Mary Ciro Ina Pry Grand Army of the Republic Loyal Legion Army of the Tennessee Ghia Uniiversity

Ohio State Student Seeks Annulment After Wedding

In Columbus on November 30, a 33 year old Ohio State University student R Lathan sought annulment of his marriage to Margaret Fairman in Covington Kentucky. He claims both were underage when married and that parental consent was not obtained. Lathan is the son of the contractor who built Ohio State's large stadium.

Columbus

Harmony Now Watchword In 718 Congress

Washington November 70 U S Harmony was the watchword for the 718th Congress as it reassembled for the long session. Republicans and Democrats promised cooperation for tax reductions with a plan to cut rates by one per cent and distribute $160 to taxpayers. The issue of tariff reform and swift action on levies dominated early expectations for rapid government savings and policy shifts.

Washington U.2 Harmony Congress Senate

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