Farmers may stage great political uprising in 1922
William Allen White forecasts an agrarian uprising among Kansas farmers in 1922 tied to falling prices for farm goods, rising land rents and interest, and farm labor shortages. He cites a 1920s parallel to the farmers alliance and populist party movement as the likely political reaction.
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L. B. Mickel
The
United Press
Emporia
Kas
William Allen White
Bull Moose
Kansas
White
Farmers’ Alliance
Lyon County
Pop List
League of Nations Assembly Refuses Argentina Conciliation
In Geneva on December 6 the League of Nations assembly refused conciliation with the Argentina delegation which withdrew on Saturday. It voted to refer amendments to the covenant to a commission for report to the 1921 assembly, including Argentina's immediate action demands and the Canadian bid to modify Article Ten.
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Geneva
League of Nations Assembly
Argentina
Henry Wood
United Press
League of Nations’ Assembly
W. N. Rowell
League
Germany
Mexico
Honorio Pueyrredon
Hymans
Farm animal totals in Athens County show shifts since 1910
Census figures released in The Messenger reveal changes in Athens County farms. Cattle rise from 6 758 to 20 039, horses drop from 6 758 to 5 513, sheep fall from 69 822 to 34 174, swine rise from 8 535 to 10 581, and mules increase from 145 to 226 amid a new local packing house influence.
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Athens County
Federal Census of Agriculture
Messenger
Trimble Grange Elects Officers for 1921 in Ohio
At a December 1920 meeting of Trimble grange in Trimble Ohio officers for 1921 were elected. Names include Master A J Dew Overseer John Antle Lecturer Birt Bingman Steward Arthur Antle Assistant Steward George Thomas Chaplain Mrs Addie Antle Treasurer D M Sawyer Secretary Mrs Annie Thomas Gatekeeper J L Antle Ceres Mrs D M Sawyer Pomona Mrs Dow Canon Flora Mrs Minnie Antle Lady Assistant Steward Mrs Birt Bingman.
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Trimble Grange
Trimble
A. J. Dew
John Antle
Birt Bingman
Arthur Antle
George Thomas
Addie Antle
Treaster
D. M. Sawyer
Annie Thomas
J. L. Antle
Ceres
D. M
Safe in Columbus Theater Loot Struck by Early Bandits
Early today two men blew open the dressing room safe at a Columbus theater and fled with about $500, placing the money in two bags before escaping. Police launch investigation into the theater burglary.
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Columbus
Btrand
First ladies to meet for tea at White House
Mrs Warren G Harding will share tea with Mrs Woodrow Wilson at the White House today at 5 30 p m. Mrs Wilson sent a formal invitation this morning and an acceptance was sent through Miss Kathleen Lawler Mrs Harding's secretary.
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Washington
Warren G. Harding
Woodrow Wilson
White House
Harding Addresses Senate as President-Elect in Historic Occasion
President-elect Harding spoke to the Senate becoming the first member in the body to be elected president. The chamber adjourned at 12 30 after his remarks with Vice President Marshall escorting him to the platform. Senate leaders noted cooperation between branches and urged making the Wilson era productive during its final months.
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Washington
Harding
Senate
Congress
Wilson
Senator Lodge
Ohio
Lodge
Marshal
Congressional Notification Committee
White House
Slaying of Kohler family near Kansas Corners investigated
Police in Warren Ohio chase a suspect after a night attack in Kansas Corners left Mrs. Thomas A. Kohler wounded and her two young sons Ward and William Kohler dead. The mother fled to a neighbor as the home burned. three suspects were detained, but not believed involved.
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Kansas Corners
Here
Youngstown
Gabrielle D'Annunzio withdraws war threat over Italy
The poet Gabrielle D'Annunzio reportedly retracts his declaration of war against Italy. A telegram from General Caviglia, commander of government forces around Fiume, was described as a request, not an ultimatum, to recognize the Rapallo treaty.
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Gabe
Rome
Gabrielle D’'Annunzio
Italy
Caviglia
Fiume
Wood alcohol sold at $1.20 a gallon in local shop
A brief classified item notes wood alcohol priced at 1.20 dollars per gallon. The notice lists no brand or retailer beyond the price and product, reflecting a sparse inventory blurb from a local business section.
Argentina Leaves League Assembly Seen as Step Toward Dissolution
Berlin reports Argentina's withdrawal from the League of Nations assembly was accepted, seen as a precursor to the league's dissolution. Some quarters expect the move could spark the creation of a Pan American league.
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Berlin
Argentina
League of Nations Assembly
Germany
League
Argentina Defines Demands as League Faces Breakup
The League of Nations assembly weighed Article Ten removal and a Canadian amendment. Argentina pressed for equal terms for all nations, naming Germany and Mexico, and threatened irrevocable withdrawal unless amendments pass. Delegates debated Branting’s critique of Argentina’s approach as undemocratic.
Wanted How to Get Square Deal
New York December 6. Dr Edward A Rumely explained his motive for acquiring the New York Evening Mail in 1915 as a bid to ensure Germany received fair treatment in war reports. Rumely on trial for violating the trading with the enemy act and for concealing German interests in The Mail under his regime.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Germany
Edward A. Rumely
New York Evening Mail
Rumely
Bread Price Cuts in Cleveland Reach New Lows
Bread fell one cent in Cleveland as bakers anticipate another cut within two or three weeks. A pound loaf costs 12 cents and a pound and a half loaf 16 cents after an earlier one cent drop. The reductions followed an agreement with Dr. R C Rouche, former county fair price commission chairman, tying price drops to flour costs.
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Cleveland, O
R. C. Rouche
County Fair Price Commission
Inability to Write Lands Glen Ebon Man in Court
Christopher Coleman of Glen Ebon was fined in police court after pleading guilty to assault and battery stemming from an incident with his daughter Nellie. Tipton testified Coleman asked Nellie to write a letter to a girl he was fond of, then attacked Nellie when the plan failed.
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Christopher Coleman
Glen Ebon
George Tipton
Christopher
Nellie
Coleman
Nellie Tipton
State Police Clash Ends in Fatal Shooting at Breeden
Williamson W Va December 6 John C Marcum was shot and killed in a melee with state policemen at Breeden Mingo county this morning during a robbery attempt on a freight train coal gang. Ten state policemen were sent from Kenova to quell the disorders.
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Williamson
W. Va
John C. Marcum
Breeden
Mingo County
Marcum
Kenova
Portsmouth man takes post in Messenger classified section
Joe McKinley Sauer of Portsmouth has accepted a position in the Messenger classified advertisement department and will enter Ohio University in the second semester.
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Joe McKinley Sauer
Portsmouth
the Messenger
Ohio University
Defective Flue Causes Small Sun Day Residence Fire
A defective flue at the McGraner home on Coulson Avenue sparked a small blaze Sunday at 7:30 PM. Firemen arrived after the fire was extinguished, as coals dropped to the floor and the family noticed smoke. The damage was slight.
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McGraner
Coulson Avenue
Brother-in-law of Wilson Denies Graft In Shipping Board Probe
R Wilmer Bolling, brother in law of President Wilson and treasurer of the Shipping Board, testifies under oath that he did not receive graft money tied to deals negotiated through the board. He claims the accusation stems from personal vengeance as the House committee conducts the inquiry into the Shipping Board.
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R. Wilmer Bolling
Wilson
Shipping Board
Pine Board
Ark
Hard Coal Trust Busted by Supreme Court
The Supreme Court ordered dissolution of the Lehigh Valley Railroad Coal combine, ruling it violated anti trust laws by restraining interstate commerce and breaching the commodities clause. Independent lines along the Lehigh road faced discrimination, mines owned by the railroad received prompt service, and rebates were alleged.
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Washington
Supreme Court
Lehigh Valley Railroad Coal Combine
Lehigh Road
Probe of alleged building trust by federal grand jury
Federal grand jury in Chicago conducts a general probe into an alleged building trust. Investigators focus on contractors who allegedly paid tribute to labor leaders to secure bids and complete jobs.
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Chicago
Federal Grand Jury
Constantine Enthronement Wins Big in Plebiscite
Athens reports heavy majorities for the enthronement of King Constantine in Greece in yesterday's plebiscite. Constantinists supported the outcome as preparations were underway for his return from Lucerne to Brindisi and then to Athens.
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Athens
Constantine
Greece
Lucerne
Brindisi
No Lives Lost In South Brooklyn Shell Fire
Police said no deaths occurred yesterday when South Brooklyn faced shell fire from a burning ship loaded with six and ten inch artillery shells. Several people were injured as holes were blown in houses within a mile and damage reached about $100,000.
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New York
Brooklyn
MANGLED BODY OF DOW WILSON FOUND NEAR ATHENS
The body of Dow Pug Wilson of 162 West State street was found by the B&O passenger train crew near the Children’s Home east of Athens. He appeared to have been on the railroad for several hours and was dragged about a hundred yards. Wilson, 30, known as a bricklayer, left behind three brothers and two sisters, with father L. D. Wilson at 162 W. State street.
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Dow “Pug” Wilson
West State Street
Athens
Ed Walburn
Parkersburg
Wilson
Don Wilson
Henry Nice
Morris Avenue
George Partlow
Tulsa
Oklahoma
L. D. Wilson
State Street
Last Day for Fourth Installment Tax Payment
December 15 marks the final deadline for the fourth installment of income and excess profits taxes. Payments must reach the office of the collector of internal revenue or branch offices by midnight that date to avoid penalties.
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Internal Revenue
B. EF. Williamson
Williamson
Bureau of Internal Revenue
Search for Clara Hamon widens into Texas towns
The manhunt for Clara Smith Hamon extended beyond Ardmore into Texas areas today as authorities pursue the widow in connection with the death of Jake Hamon millionaire oilman and politician.
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Ardmore
Okla
Clara Smith Hamon
Jake Hamon
Texas
Sinn Fein Peace Bid Faces Irish Parliament Test
A Sinn Fein division warns any peace moves with Britain without Irish parliament consent amount to treason. Lloyd George weighs a ceasefire as Father O Flannagan offers terms, amid mixed Irish and English reactions and ongoing anti Sinn Fein activity.
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Dublin
Great Britain
Sinn Fein
Business Man of Logan Dies Sunday Morning
Robert Stewart, 61, prominent West End business man and former county commissioner of Logan Ohio, died at his home Sunday morning after a long stomach cancer illness. He came from Vinton Furnace, lived in Logan since 1914, and left a widow and five children. Funeral services will be Tuesday at 1 PM at the U B church conducted by Rev. J G Spears.
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J. G. Spears
County high school teachers form association in Athens
Teachers and principals from Amesville Albany Canaonville Glouster Jacksonville The Plains Jerseyville New Marshfield Coolville Chauncey and other districts met at Music Hall Ohio University to organize a county high school teachers association. F P Clark was named president with T W Love as vice president and Merle Wagner as secretary treasurer. Next meeting set for Jan 8 at the Ohio University cafeteria.
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Music Hall
Ohio University
Amesville
Lucy B. Evans
Laura Kennedy
Inez Steadman
Albany
Gladys Swett
Buchtel
T. W. Love
Ruth Fiske
Mary Albaugh
Canaonville
Earl Miller
Lucy Sutton
Chauncey
Myrtle Garrett
Jessie Cherrington
Coolville
John Paynter
FE. G. Alden
Luhrig
E. E. Fair
Rome
J. J. Hartman
Helen Morris
the Plains
D. M. Bryson
Ferne Syx
Nettie Watkins
New Marshfield
Guy Dinsmoor
Jerseyville
E. J. Person
Jacksonville
Blanche Phillips
Merle Wagner
Louesa Martin
Mary Fulton
Pearla Hickman
Glouster
F. P. Clark
Elm
Different Side of Tragedy Has Come to Light
Three people are held in Youngstown during the Warren fire that killed Mrs. Alta M. Kohler’s two young children. Harry Kohler says the mother told him she shot herself and started the blaze before dying from bullet wounds.
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Youngstown
Alta M. Kohler
Warren
Harry Kohler
Demands Recount in Prohibition Vote Across Counties
Prescott Gillilan filed suit in common pleas court asking a recount and corrected report of the November 2 prohibition party votes across several Ohio counties.
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Columbus
Prescott Gillilan
Farmers Wise to Turn Down Houston
Washington December 6 Secretary of the Treasury F Houston says farmers face their plight with equanimity after not heeding his admonitions. Eugene Mayer former director of the War Finance Corporation urged resuming the program at once as the most comforting healing event. Mayer disputed Houston’s claim the corporation was a war body with powers ending at the armistice. Thirteen points of Houston’s testimony were rejected by Mayer focusing on statements about the corporation’s status and powers.
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Washington
Secretary of the Treasury
F Houston
Houston
Eugene Mayer
War Finance Corporation
Joint Agriculture Committee
Mayer
Last Session of Sixty Fifth Congress Opens Today
The third and last session of the sixty sixth congress opens in Washington with President-elect Harding likely to address the Senate. Many lawmakers will retire in March as notable figures depart, while Speaker Gillett and Vice President Marshall prepare procedural duties.
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United Press
Washington
Senate
Warren G. Harding
Ohi
Houses
Congress
Gillett
House
Marshall
Wilson
Harding
Momdell
Capitol
Kitchin
Clark
Joe” Cannon
Champ Clark
Henry T. .Rainey
Illinois
Cordell Hull
Tennessee
Ways and Committee
P Nent
University Show Aids Varsity O Association
Good crowds attended the Saturday performance of The Man That Lost Himself at the Opera House. Miss Doris Nazer of Lindley Hall won an ivory toilette set and Leonard Coates of 187 West Union Street won a mahogany smoking set as prizes. The photoplay benefitted Ohio University’s Varsity O association, and all shows were well received, with proceeds reported as a neat sum.
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Doris Nazer
Lindley Hall
Leonard Coates
West Union Street
Opera House
O” Association
Ohio University
Poston man James H Taylor candidate for subdistrict auditor
James H Taylor of Poston is a candidate for subdistrict auditor of the mineworkers. He has served as fire boss in the valley for a decade, on the Dover township board of education, and as secretary of his local union. He is also the author of two songs and several Athens people have his songs in their music lists.
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Poston
James H. Taylor
Dover Township
Christmas Seals go on sale in city today
Christmas Seals are offered for sale starting today in stores and through school children in Athens. Dr. A G Murrell reports tuberculosis deaths declined to 6542 in 1919 and rose to 7649 in 1918, with Athens County recording 42 deaths that year. Mrs Robert L Woodworth leads seal distribution and a large county total is anticipated.
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A. G. Murrell
State Bureau of Vital Statistics
Athens County
Robert L. Woodworth
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