03 Feb 1932
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1932
Page
1
Tsuyoshi Inukai states Japan’s course in Shanghai was forced by circumstances and that other nations would act similarly. He accuses the Chinese of militarism and terrorists in enforcement of a boycott, asserting Japan’s actions were justified under the facts.
Ohio State Prohibition Commissioner Edmund G. Mathews announced a full redistribution of prohibition divisions in response to Governor White's 15 percent cut for 1932. Seven autos will serve agents statewide, with one car per division, as inspectors press liquor-law enforcement during 90 days of tours connected to state headquarters by special delivery mail. Divisions include Number Six covering Ross Pike Scioto Jackson Gallia Lawrence Adams. Number Seven spans Columbiana Jefferson Carroll Tuscarawas Holmes Coshocton Harrison Muskingum Guernsey Belmont Perry Morgan Noble Monroe Hocking Athens Washington Vinton Meigs with headquarters in Nelsonville and Portsmouth led by E C Farmer, John Jenkins and staff.
Ohio governors emergency relief committee distributes 25,000 to aid indigent families and plans to feed about 10,000 school children in 1932. Miss Irma Winebermer will demonstrate cooking and coordinate weekly distributions in Athens County with breakfasts of crushed wheat and lunches of vegetable soup and mush at a cost of one half to one and a half cents per child. Shoes, dresses, overalls and shirts will follow through proceeds from fall football games.
U P reports Japan’s Shanghai action stems from Chinese military attacks. Japan asserts it defended the International Settlement without bombs on Shanghai, claiming restraint and adherence to international duties. The note blames Chinese militarism for escalating riots and predicts localized conflict with cooperation from foreign powers.
In Tiffin Ohio three defendants including a woman pleaded guilty in Common Pleas Court to the December Bettsville State Bank robbery. Judge James H. Platt sentenced them after their pleas were entered.
In Los Angeles dispatches, Nanking endures bombardment by four Japanese warships as Italy joins Britain and the United States in protests to Japan. Tokyo responds by proceeding with plans and activities despite the protests.
The text notes the American fleet has begun moving from Manila to Shanghai as part of broader protest and activity. It argues this shows the necessity of interstate interference in Asia and keeping Philippines ships and air forces within striking distance. It criticizes the Guam fortification policy agreed at the Washington Conference and blames Balfour for guiding policy.
Japan rejects creating a neutral zone in Shanghai or any part of China and asserts Asia’s stance. Europe and America are seen as claiming the right to regulate Asia’s battles. The French consul general in Shanghai says 5000 French infantry will soon arrive, boosting French strength.
In Harbin the Japanese consulate is blown up with thirty four killed and a Japanese destroyer fires on an American Texaco oil plant. Officials say exploding firecrackers near the plant were mistaken for Chinese forces. Tokyo promises to use smaller bombs in Shanghai amid continued bombings.
A British cruiser brought Marines to the European Settlement and halfway around the world. In Wall Street the market was buoyant with active trading in DuPont powder stock and United Aircraft Corporation flying machines.
The piece weighs when a broader war could erupt involving western powers. It notes Japan’s fighting, China’s weak response, and Russia's intent to stay passive. It imagines a Chinese act against a US or Italian ship triggering wider condemnation and turning the conflict into a global war.
The piece notes that wartime pressure could spur a local economic boom, with wheat cotton silver and copper already showing upward movement as the public anticipates paying the costs. Continued on Page
An earthquake devastated Santiago de Cuba early today with 75 to 100 believed killed and about 200 injured. Officials rushed aid as 75 percent of buildings were damaged and communications between Santiago and Havana were cut.
Albert B. Fall remains imprisoned for 86 more days as the U S parole board denies parole. He received a year and a day sentence for involvement in the oil lease scandal, specifically for taking a $100000 bribe from Edward L Doheny related to Elk Hill naval oil reserve lease.
Dr. Augustus F. House, once a prominent Cleveland physician, died Tuesday in his Los Angeles home. He served in Sherman's march and was among the Union soldiers who captured Jefferson Davis.
The second collection for the Community Clothing Center will be held this Saturday in the north end of Athens. Boy Scouts will call at homes and residents should keep donations inside to guard against theft or rain. Clothing for all ages is needed, especially children's fare. shoes, underwear, overalls, suits, dresses and coats are requested to aid many youths. Clean, mendable items are preferred as volunteer workers will repair or spin them into usable condition.
Piqua reports Mrs Lydia Swailes 74 is under close guard in Troy jail after authorities allege she killed Dick Shepherd a sportsman she cared for. She had earlier tried to hang herself with a dress belt and jumped from a hospital window while being treated. The case marks the first degree murder charge against a Miami County woman.
Randolph Bide, president of the Cleveland Chamber of Commerce and Ohio Bell, spoke to about 180 Southeastern Ohio leaders at Hotel Berry. He warned prosperity forecasts may fade, explained world interdependence, warned debts from World War I and deflation hinder recovery, and urged cautious optimism about when business will improve.
Blanche B. Halsey, inmate at Marysville Reformatory for Women, petitions the Ohio Supreme Court to review her Wood County second degree murder conviction for the Sept 4 1931 fatal shooting of her brother Fred Bonham asserting he committed suicide.
In Athens on February 3 protesters stoned the Japanese legation and damaged property while shouting Down with Japanese imperialism long live Stalin.
Washington reports a favorable Chinese reply to the British American peace plan for the Far East. China is said to accept the four points and the Kellogg Pact basis, while Japan may reject the fifth point on neutral investigation of Manchuria. The Shanghai crisis remains the urgent concern with steps to halt hostilities and neutral zones discussed.
Kirby, ex head of the Cleveland Discount Company, was released from the Atlanta Federal Penitentiary for good behavior. He will swear a pauper’s oath before U. S. Commissioner Ed Griffith due to a $700 fine and then receive railroad transportation. Kirby, sentenced by Federal Judge John M. Killita to seven and a half years for using the matsinsa to defraud, began his term in July 1926.
A letter from Will at Geneva notes 65 nations in a land disarmament conference. He observes smaller states wield larger delegations and praises efforts to abandon weapons. He criticizes reduced American funding and jokes about the bloc's influence and the war season ahead.
Insurgent leaders of a splinter union concede their bid to reorganize the United Mine Workers of America failed. Ray Edmundson of Illinois says the fight is lost but they will continue their push for changes. The convention heard requests to cut salaries for international officers, a move likely to be rejected. The president earns 12,000 annually, with the VP and secretary treasurer at 9,000 each, and the Mine Workers Journal editor at 4,000.
Dan E. Miller 32 of Canton was sentenced by Judge Samuel H. West to two years in Leavenworth for auto theft but the sentence was suspended so he could seek health care with an uncle in Texas. Miller, who had left his wife and three children in Indianapolis, will be on probation with McDermott arranging family care.
Chinese forces repelled Japanese attacks along the Hongkew border of the International Settlement and withstood bombardment at Woosung as 4,000 reinforcements arrived from Chenju. Japanese claims of a sunken destroyer were denied by Admiral Shiosawa. The U S Navy’s Admiral Taylor arrived aboard the cruiser Houston, marking a possible turning point.
Amid daily clashes the International forces faced heavy shells and shots. Admiral Tagle's arrival coincides with Chinese optimism and proclaimed victories. Nar Station sees Chinese forces retain positions since the Chapel occupation.
A Shanghai Japanese consulate dispatch informs the American Consul General that Japanese forces plan to bombard and capture Woosung. Col Raf Hooker of the Marine Regiment reports that the Woosung forts will be bombarded and asks all American ships to keep clear.
Japanese forces routed Chinese troops at Tsuichiaku Heungcheng between Mukden and Harbin, suffering heavy casualties.
Carmi A. Thompson of Cleveland announced today a possible May race for the States Senate against Attorney General Bert Bettman of Cincinnati in the upcoming election cycle.
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