This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 26 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1921
Page
1
Miners in Southern Ohio claim operators plan a wage cut pressuring workers. Lewis has not replied to a letter seeking comment. Miners believe the owners may concede if protests escalate.
British press tones down reports on France after a sub stall disrupts an arms meeting. Prince Max E. Hohenlohe-Langenburg, noted as wealthy in the Habsburg domains, has reportedly wed a Vienna actress and they honeymoon at St Jean de Verhae.
London December 29 A compromise between DeValera and Griffith factions appears near in Dublin after Lloyd George remarks. An Irish affairs spokesman says an agreement will be reached to assure ratification of the Anglo Irish treaty when Dail Eireann reconvenes on January 3.
Berlin dispatch reports Captain Boy Ed former German naval attache in Washington condemns American ports for charging a fifty cent allied tonnage tax plus a fifty cent charge and six cents per net ton on German ships. He argues the tax mirrors repressive policy and cites American ships’ historically courteous treatment. He notes German courts granted extra-territoriality to ships within German harbors. Germany urges Washington to lift the order after proving American vessels receive no discrimination under free seas policy.
The Rev. G Bat man urged the mayor elect to rid Youngstown of sin by heading the safety department. He declined the post himself, saying the pulpit offers stronger odds against evil.
Mrs. S. E. Gordin named for jury service for January term as her husband Mayor E. S. Gordin faces trial for alleged bribery in London County. Sheriff L. E. Robinson’s trial also slated for the same session.
In New York City on December 29 scores of residents were imperiled by fires in multiple tenements. Eighth Avenue saw eighteen trapped families as police and fire crews rescued occupants from beds and ledges. At Union Square a chemical blaze trapped many on a floor while Michael Dian the elevator operator aided rescues. Eldridge Street fire drove twenty four families to flee down fire escapes.
A New Year’s Eve gathering is set for Saturday December 31 at Lamborn's Pavilion in Glouster Ohio with details listed in the notice.
Washington figures show 1,227,141 filers with taxable income over 5000 used installment plans to pay their tax while 402,575 higher earners paid installments. The data highlights a burden easing for some and shifting to others under the tax system.
National Commander MacNider said assurances from senators and representatives indicate the World War veteran bonus bill will pass and take effect July 1922. The plan offers options including daily pay, insurance endowment, vocational training aid, farm home aid, and land settlement projects with favorable terms.
The Messenger reports confusion over an arrest named Alice Robinson. Officials confirm the arrestee is a married Columbus resident, not Chauncey resident Miss Alice Robinson living in Logan.
Holly Woodruff was fined $109 and costs by Judge Weorstell after a charge of carrying intoxicating liquor. Constable Mariner arrested him and alleges Woodruff broke the evidence by consuming two quarts observed by the officer.
Dance event at K of P Hall on Saturday night December 31. Chauncey on lower floor with music by Glouster Orchestra. Date reads 12-29-2. Likely a community social with live band and floor seating.
Soviet Russia through Arcos reports heavy purchases in Britain since the start of the year with 16.25 million pounds bought and 15 million shipped to Russia. Cloth leads at over 8.5 million pounds, while foodstuffs farming machinery drugs and chemicals are also sought.
Paris reports semi-official note that France will not yield on submarine and aircraft issues at Washington talks. Naval officials express surprise at Balfour’s remarks about French submarines and stress France will not deploy those boats. friendly ties with Britain should ease tensions.
Huntington, W. Va. Dec. 29. Southern West Virginia mine operators say they will not join with Ohio operators to set a new wage scale to take effect April 1. Operators in the Logan, Williamson and Tug River fields have repeatedly refused to meet United Mine Workers committees and will not recognize the union.
In Miami Florida officers say Adam Obrlin United States deputy marshal died by his own actions over money matters. His body was found in a lonely glade yesterday.
Southern Ohio miners face a 20 percent wage reduction for 13,000 workers as coal operators flag a four state wage pact. W D McKinney of the Southern Ohio Coal Exchange signs the move, while United Mine Workers president John L Lewis is notified but may not join. Mine officials warn of a potential strike if the plan stands.
London dispatch reports British reaction to France at Washington over submarines. Newspapers portray France siding with Germany, warning Britain cannot aid France while it pursues submarine expansion, amid tensions and old alliances.
A number of leading Athenians have filed for the upcoming postmaster vacancy to be filled December 31. An examination will be held within the month by a United States post office inspector, with strong competition expected. The applicants listed by Congressman I M Foster include Pearl Helwig, Leo Pierce, W L Hull, M P Totman, Francis Frebault, W A Carpenter, Raphael Johnson, Harry McKinstry, Emmett Hayes, and W E Riley. Postmaster E R Lash will complete his term, having built a respected office, and several applicants are already connected to the current post office staff.
The second phase of converting Camp Sherman into United States vocational school No. 1 is underway. Ten large buildings in the northwestern part of the former camp will form the community center with many apartments ready to house the second contingent of soldiers due in February.
In Nelsonville, C H Bartlett outlines the Hocking coal district's dire plight as mines idle, 10,000 workers unemployed, and a dire need for united concessions from miners, operators, and the public to avert ruin and revive the region's once mighty industry.
The arms conference resumed work amid fears of a Franco-British clash over submarine limits. Arthur Balfour warned Britain would prepare for France's submarine issue, straining longtime Franco British ties. France faces criticism for wrecking the program and exposing US and British concerns about its submarine and auxiliary craft buildup. The talks aim to cap battleship and auxiliary tonnage and curb carrier development, with a plenary session expected to place responsibility on France for program failures.
Belfast reports 1190 lives lost in a year of guerrilla warfare with eleven police among the dead and five hundred forty wounded.
Columbus officials and county authorities redouble efforts to locate a known soldier believed to cast light on the disappearance of Charles C. Galigher, a druggist, last seen Monday.
A bird's eye color map showcases the Panama Canal locating Balboa and Old Panama with a history of Spanish and Peruvian spoils. The Athens Messenger offers a free copy by sending two cents for return postage and printing name and address.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.