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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1929

Page

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Grime Probers Face Question As To Secrecy

In Washington on the eve of a new Congress, Democrats Harris of Georgia and Glass of Virginia threaten to oppose any appropriations until a crime commission opens its doors. The United Press reports that many commission members favor restraint on disclosures, wanting thorough study of crime and related issues before public activity. The dispute pits President Hoover’s support for silence against Congressional demands for transparency.

Raymond Clapper United Press Washington Der Congress Slavia Vgtop Harguch Lts Hoover

Athens Stores Open For Two Evenings

Athens retailers announce extended hours for Christmas shoppers with stores open until 2 AM on Monday and Tuesday evenings before Christmas. The Athens Retail Merchants Association said the plan aims to help shoppers ahead of the holiday.

Athens Athen Retail Merchants Association

The Athens Messenger Sells 1929 30 Game Laws Handbook

The Athens Messenger announces a compact, affordable guide on 1929-30 game laws. The booklet, distributed by the Bureau, covers essential regulations and etiquette. Readers can obtain it by mailing a coupon with four to six cents for postage and handling.

The Athens Messenger Musl Dureau Washington Information Bureau

Poston Woman Fatally Hurt In Hit-Skip Crash

Mrs. Alice Clark Shayne of Poston Sugar Creek was critically injured when struck by a hit and skip driver near her home as she attempted to board a Marietta bus for Athens. She remained in Sheltering Arms Hospital Saturday night with injuries described as likely fatal. witnesses said the car sped away after striking her as she walked near the bus.

Alice Clark Shayne Athens Hospital Poston Sugar Creek Far Amity J John Claris Alis Shawne

Salesmanship and the art of persuasion in a era of ads

The piece recounts Arthur Brisbanes take on salesmanship as a lecture theme. It highlights how advertising fuels demand and when to stop talking. It cites Lenny Ford Gerard Swope Henry Ford and Owen D Young praising Swope as a great salesman and notes the emphasis on listening and convincing speech. It touches on Wall Street activity with 2 284 250 shares traded and mentions tax deductibility of sales losses.

Lenny Ford Serard Swope General Electric Company Detroit Ford Mr Hearst Swope Henry Ford Owen D Young Gerad Swope

Convicted killer Kudzinowski executed for New York child death

Kudzianowski, once a railroad section hand, was hanged last night at the State Prison for abducting a New York child and killing a boy in marshes near Scaucon. He confessed after arrest in Detroit for drunkenness. The condemned man faced the electric chair dumb with fright as he heard prayers from fellow inmates and did not repeat them.

Trenton J. Pee UR —Leter Kudzianowsk New York Scaucun

Ammonia Gas Halts Swift Plant In San Francisco

Ammonia fumes from a broken high pressure pipe at the Swift & Company plant in San Francisco endanger many workers. Ten men were removed from the basement and rushed to an emergency hospital with two believed dying. An unidentified truck driver saved several by carrying them out of the fumes.

San Francisco U.A Swift & Company

Roaring Blaze Ravages Western State Firestorm

In Western State a massive brush fire driven by winds scorched through Los Angeles and hills near Grit Park threatening homes. About 1,000 acres burned as firefighters and 2,600 volunteers battled the blaze, saving several buildings amid fierce heat and roaring flames. Damages estimated in the thousands with ongoing arson concerns and widespread emergency response.

Los Angeles California Feliz Faua Up J

Relief fund set up after mine blast aids victims

More than 250 children of the 61 victims of the Ohl Lous Cook Ming explosion receive help. A relief drive launched by the city and individuals raises funds toward a $55,000 goal, with substantial contributions from Life Mexican Government. Almost half of the victims were Mexican, most families plunged into poverty by the disaster.

Mcalester Wee Santa Chis Oyu Wan Life

Communists Warned at State Pen Against Violent Propaganda

At Columbus a warning was issued to Tom Johnson of Cleveland and Charles Gwynn of Lansing, the first Communist prisoners at the State Penitentiary, that discussion of Communist ideas will not be tolerated. The warden placed them in a cell with three World War veterans and noted the risk of violence from ex-service men if provoked. Johnson and Gwynn were sentenced to 4 1/2 years after a Martins Ferry conviction for violating the Criminal Syndicalism Law at a mass meeting near Bellaire.

Pen Thomas Johnson Gwynn Columbus Tom Johnson Cleveland Charles Gwynon J. Lansing Cerer Preston F. Thomas Sir Clairsville Wire Martins Ferry Bellaire

Marooned Islanders Carried Home By Planes Over Icy Lake

In Sandusky on December 24, Christmas on Kelley's Island saw 30 shoppers stranded when their boat the Tourist froze in a storm. Three planes rushed to ferry adults and children back to the mainland, led by Milton Hirshberger and the “flying sheriff” from Sandusky. Islanders were delivered to the mainland. many families celebrated Christmas on land as plans for the holiday continued.

Sandusky Kelley's Island Jere Ikheir Fortie Laintie Tawentyeaigde Joseph RK. Marder St. Michaels Urince Churel Islam Adr Lisl Milton Hirshberser Younmstown Pilac Eto Tor Ddibanwedletvrytion Heya Iskind Mia Lily Pry Alen Helen Jatmenberger Kouta Binion Anita Knapp Nalmund Saute Unie Deli Pagher Wenng Christmans Luecina Phaines Iirshberger Parker Jaeblers Kelley Iskird Youngstown

Billion Dollar Navies Saving Plan Weighed by U S Japan

Washington December 21 Five powers stand to save over a billion dollars in six years if gains from Japanese American talks at the London Conference begin January 2 The United States would save about 3700000 The plan would replace aging ships with new ones cutting costs and affecting naval balance with Great Britain France and others seeking similar economies through substitution and cooperation

Lyle Wilson United Press Washington London United States Washington Arms Esa Sutron Catton Morrow Wither ¥.Pratt Ivorge Jublee J. Theo Idore Marringr Fondon

Flask Gets Full Warned By Judge

Minn December report details arraignment and warnings issued by Judge in a case involving Flask. Article lists individuals including Cart Ren Khelson and Karl Borland, with notes on suspensions and farm incidents. Mentions Vitots don Crosson and Clears jalan and a search in Atmuka for Ir Tigon, with references to Icelandic conditions and dangers on the Bering Sea.

PACH Minn Jude Joh Kuoee Alaska Steday Sere Karl Borland Atetic Farmien Don Crosson

Divorces Granted Amid Special Week in Columbiana

The record notes 214 separations and 107 divorces approved as a “Divorce Week” effort unfolds. Readers see caseloads rising, with multiple petitions and settlements processed under this focused docket.

Colyumes Wien Ankins Ceara Udo

Slayer Convicted For Second Time

PORTSMOUTH Dec 25 The shadow of death that has hung over Joseph E Laske for almost a year ended today as Laske was found guilty of murdering his mother in law Mary G Gallaway 63 during a family quarrel with a mercy recommendation. The trial was Laske s second after an earlier conviction and death sentence that was overturned on appeal.

Portsmoctic Joseph BE. Laske Locke Sf Mary G. Gallaway Logke Drst Ran Francisco Calif Lew W. Richrdaan Californin Taylor Wien Canymitie Nm Motion Pheture Nodeoss Hirhandada Hoyerhen Rielardson Lea Olson Ter Abe Koyo Roseentar Ty Richardsana Burot Burot Pith Richardeen Pitts Fia Angelen Taylor Ane Gelynta California Taylor Wit Rayatertous Wu Faraons Viyore Lagky Marawount- Kamounoosky Eit Mdeval Faber Mabel Normutcd Almast Wetardson Toray Richardson

Messenger Gift Idea from Shop-o-Scope Ad

The Messenger for a year suggested by Shop-o-Scope offers a thoughtful gift idea. Genuine leather lined messenger bags priced around 1.60 dollars and radios ranging from 185 to 200 dollars are advertised as practical items for every family member.

Mine Foreman Injured At Carrosdale Pit

Dec 21 report from Carrosdale Couch Company mine indicates foreman Apnodid sustained severe injuries when a rope he was pulling caused him to fall into a shaft. He suffered multiple fractures. condition not fully updated.

Carrosdale Stat Speciaih G. We Ming of Te Carebondale Couch Company Page Fienna

Sunday Messenger News Index Summary

Sunday’s Messenger presents a scattered index style page listing sections and topics. Mentions Ohio weather, local and district news, university library plans, farm updates, and district features. The text appears as a garbled index with page referrals and miscellaneous notes.

Ohio Sugar Creek Ubeniversity Ubrary Natload Pomergy Bend Nelyon Seellot Page Messenger Lnse Messenger Thes County Farm Henry Pord Paxy Wvicture Madio Pags & Messenger Magazine Alvertiulpr

Frigid Christmas Is Forecast With Cold Settling Over State

Frigid weather is forecast across Ohio as a cold air mass settles in, with snow cover expected to remain from recent storms. Snow plows and tractors manned state routes while temperatures slipped toward single digits, prompting delayed travel plans and warnings about icy conditions statewide.

Columbus U.P Ohio Gt Mav Iy Bate Lex Snow-Allowalees Rnd Evs Ree Tesi Akon Weber EMS Sud Opto Rtvapar Vietfis Cewek Rarondk Whyda Furan Cerny Sant Digorist Coutty Athens Novene

Library Plans Approved Amid Community Debate

A planning board approved library expansion plans after hours of debate. The proposal includes new front access, interior renovations, and a rental strategy to finance the project. Officials emphasized compliance with zoning and construction standards while detailing final drawings to be displayed for public review.

Boy Killed Falling From 60 Foot Arch

A boy died after falling from a 60 foot arch in New York. Authorities and bystanders described a chaotic scene as a crowd gathered near the incline by Central Park. Investigators focus on the circumstances of the fall and potential safety failures at the site.

Seven Killed in Auto Attack at Ung Fi event

A fatal automobile attack last night killed seven people from the Gliese family of Cale College Spelnge and others, including Charlee Ff Aly King of Colt Hpring. Merchants Mary and Neva Stentinerd were among the injured as a Christmas pageant plans proceeded at Athens Presbyterian Church.

Oqlarintia Bag View Ilpd Boven Persong Sbe Ung Fi Gliese Ruritrg- Pon Pagesn Worth Jalna Sit Vin Weate Chedesone Mrviede Gee Daneli¢Ern Mary

Judee Defers Term Denied at Trial in Cleveland Case

In Cleveland, judge Wolfe Hardank pleads guilty to a charge of defor, tied to a 1922 arrestee case. Prosecutor Nolt Mee notes the county’s pursuit of the criminal recat and the ongoing investigation into the motive and the alleged accomplices.

Cleveland Mew Baaklee da Preedae Pirtiet Prnglace Vearrivon Conenese Voss Wolfe Hardank Dassinatant Promerulor

Woman Bailiff Influenced Jurors in Local Case

The text alleges that a woman bailiff influenced jurors, with references to Helen Walk and a meeting led by Homer Powell to determine next steps on economic policy and perceived propaganda. Names and details are unclear due to garbled OCR but imply courtroom influence and subsequent actions.

Cleve Dant Helen Walk Weanen Jurars Binal Weebl Tear VMS Ceeeek Caniman Metter Dungwite Orfar Weels Ceammilles Ide Jogtes Homer Powell Xqon

Man clings to plane tail during 10 minute cold flight

In Camden SN Vee reports a man named Combe clung to the tail of a plane for about ten minutes during takeoff in bitter cold. The ordeal ended with no serious injuries as the aircraft returned to land at Central Airport.

Camden Combet Wiliam Putick Pifol Heaven Today UK Central Airport Combe Hero

California Courts Blame Taylor Murder Case Turmoil

A chaotic report from San Francisco outlines how California officials, including Governor E. L. Richardaon, linked to the Taylor murder investigation and a related case, hear varied testimony about the shooting death. Witnesses describe pressures and political angles as prosecutors pursue connections among suspects and potential gubernatorial implications.

Rain Predicted With Cold Snap Across Regions

Weather outlook shows a front bringing rain to the valley at week’s start, then turning colder by midweek. Forecasters expect rising temperatures later, with possible heavy precipitation and snow in the Great Lakes region through the period.

Washington Tet

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