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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1935
Page
1
The report outlines a proposed peace plan amid African hostilities involving Italy and Ethiopia. British and French officials seek a united front while Italian advances threaten Addis Ababa. Casualties reported include Ethiopians with thousands displaced as plans for mediation unfold.
Storekeeper G Singleterry bet Free man Brown he could not eat a pound of cheese and a pound of crackers in five minutes. He added extra cheese to a two pound slice and a half pound of crackers, Brown did not notice the extra and won the bet.
Admiral Osami Nagano, head of Japan’s delegation at the International Naval Conference, rejects a 20 percent cut in world navies. He says removing the ratio system is a prerequisite for any agreement and seeks equal sea power with the United States and Great Britain.
Two thousand Chinese students demonstrated in Tungchow near Peiping demanding war on Japan and suppression of the North China autonomy agitation. The protest marks China's largest student action in four years and follows reports of Japanese troops occupying Tungchow, raising concerns over a strong position before North China reforms.
The Warner Collieries Co. files in Athens County Common Pleas Court seeking cancellation of a lease agreement with Charilewil Coal Co. of Nelsonville. Charilewil reportedly operated Mine No. 28 in Dover Township under a lease transferred from W. F. Patton and J. E. Williams, alleging nonpayment under the lease terms.
Percy Tetlow returned home to discuss the National Bituminous Coal Commission with Ohio Retail Coal dealers. He spoke at a Columbus meeting about the commission’s activities and its role in the coal industry.
Former Treasury Secretary Ogden Mills, a Republican foe of the New Deal, will address a Columbus Chamber of Commerce sponsored meeting tonight.
The Supreme Court unanimously invalidated a section of the Home Owners Loan Act of 1933 that would have shifted federal incorporation power over state chartered building and loan associations. Wisconsin courts had ruled these Milwaukee firms remain under state control, declaring the federal provision a trespass on state rights. Justice Cardozo delivered the opinion.
Trenton New Jersey Ellis H. Parker the rural detective in the Lindbergh kidnapping case says Bruno Richard Hauptmann was a good victim of police efforts and denies delaying the investigation asserting he would have captured the suspect if he knew who it was. He criticizes the trial as a three ring circus and notes he has theories. He also says he has not shown a photo to Governor Hoffman in over a month.
A plane used in the search for missing Antarctic explorer Lincoln Ellsworth crashed during takeoff in Atlanta. Pilot Russell W. Thaw escaped unharmed and intended to fly to Brownsville, Texas.
President Roosevelt told the American Farm Bureau Federation that political profiteers are stirring city opposition to the New Deal farm program as it faces a crucial Supreme Court test. He cited farm income gains of nearly 3 billion dollars in 2½ years and argued that higher farm prices benefit consumers. He endorsed the Canadian trade treaty and said states cannot balance agriculture alone.
Columbus Ohio lawmakers return to the capital to tackle relief for 19 distressed counties a new taxation plan a revised state budget a milk control act and other measures from Governor Davey A $750000 relief measure was rushed through last week with an $1500000 appropriation previously passed by the House but rejected by the Senate likely to be debated further A joint committee may study delinquent taxes while a personal income tax proposal faces Senate opposition and the milk control bill faces likely rejection.
Columbus Ohio Attorney General John W Bricker ruled the $3400 purchase of a second hand Lincoln by the Highway Department illegal. He said highway funds could not be used to buy a car for the governor and the purchase was invalid for lack of competitive bidding.
Santa Monica column by Irvin B. Cobb laments modern society for not enforcing laws, punishing criminals, or resisting taxes. He contrasts past rugged pioneers with present laxity, urging action over endless complaining. He notes politicians and whiners hinder progress and ends with a blunt self‑reproach.
Ohio's weekly auto deaths rise with six new fatalities. Francis Weaver Jr. 10 died after a bicycle collision in Coshocton. Jacob Steinert 72 killed in Cincinnati. Mrs Katherine Pryss 81 in an auto-truck crash at Dover. Andrew Klaus 35 struck at Newark. In Cleveland two youths die raising the year toll to 190.
Three persons drowned in the city as floodwaters inundated about 100,900 acres of land and 100 residential blocks. More than 1 million dollars in property damage reported. eight missing. Red Cross shelters 300 homeless while hundreds flee to safety.
The titanic debate over the New Deal intensifies as the Supreme Court schedules four hours of arguments on the Agricultural Adjustment Act, challenged by Hoosac Mills Corp. Senator Norris attacks the Utility Holding Company Act, while President Roosevelt travels to Chicago and the Liberty League presses other fronts.
Miss Etta Miles daughter of the late Benjamin and Martha Miles died Sunday in Athens. Born in Pleasanton she lived on Morris Ave in Athens. She was a Methodist and Martzolff Clan member. Survived by brother Dr A G Miles Zanesville two sisters Jessie Miles and Adra Ginther Du Bois Pa, two nephews and a niece. Funeral Tuesday at 10 a m Dowler Ferguson Funeral Home Washington Street. Visitation after 6 p m Monday at the funeral home.
Farmers in Kenton displayed four wolf carcasses after locating them in the region. The wolves, unseen in years, were identified as the cause of sheep losses in the area.
Mrs. Carrie Chapman Catt names ten outstanding American women for 1935 led by Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt. Notables include Dr. Florence Sabin, Mrs. Ogden Reid, Frances Perkins, Ruth Bryan Owen, Florence Allen, Anne Morrow Lindbergh, Amelia Earhart and Anne O Hare McCormick. Also highlighted are three women expected to rise further if life ends. Jane Addams, Charlotte Perkins Gilman and Dr Carey Thomas.
A letter mailed from New Orleans on December 4 arrived at the Kalamazoo County Jail for an itinerant whose name is withheld. Sheriff Charles W. Struble took custody and said it will be only a matter of time until delivery can be completed.
Ohio news reports indicate Charles Sawyer pulled out of the May gubernatorial primary against Governor Davey citing personal reasons amid illness rumors of Mrs Sawyer. Davey now faces a clearer field as Democrats expect a smoother path to reelection and Roosevelt's continued support.
In Akron an ex-husband, Robert Henley, 32, was killed by Patrolman C. G. Weigle during a gun battle on a downtown bus. His divorced wife Ruth Estes, 22, was unharmed. Henley planned to kill her and himself. six letters disclosed his intent and apologies.
In Cairo renewed anti British rioting near Opera Square erupts as students clash with police. A girl student is hit in the head by birdshot from police during the protests in Kasr el Nil Street area, while police fire on the crowd and halt traffic by seizing six streetcars.
The Supreme Court refused to review Bruno Hauptmann's conviction for kidnapping and murdering the Lindbergh baby. Hauptmann’s lawyers planned further appeals or a possible new trial if new evidence emerged, while the death sentence remains in place. The decision ends the high court’s review options, with a brief notice issued after order readings.
More than two thousand people attended the Troy Community Institute held Friday and Saturday in the Cocklville High School Auditorium. New officers elected include Earl Holdren as president and Opal Bibbee as secretary. The program committee featured Curt Robinson, Adam Brandeberry, and Helen Bodgers.
Delegates gather for a three day Ohio State Grand Convention in Lima. Gov. Martin L. Davey will address the opening session tonight and Attorney General John W. Bricker will speak Tuesday night as the convention runs through Thursday.
A New Jersey gathering proposes using motion pictures in theaters to identify crooks. The plan suggests police sweep crowds weekly for those who did not attend the show, a provocative idea debated among crime experts. A classified notice mentions lost luggage tickets with a reward offer in Athena.
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