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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 07, 1924

Page

13

Fresh Chapter in Mellon Couzens Tax Debate Emerges

Washington February 7 A fresh five way tax discussion unfolds between Secretary of the Treasury Andrew Mellon and Senator James Couzens Michigan as they clash over corporate versus individual taxes. Couzens questions why banks and securities hold benefits escape taxation while individuals pay income tax on similar interest. He notes Mellon’s plans seemingly favor corporations and mockingly asks how much wealth Mellon would save under the bill.

Washington Israfllionaire Tax Corp Oe Andrew Mellon James Couzens Republic Michigan Couzens Mellon Ompanies Mellon Nant Pittsburgh Chase New York

Memorial Service for Wilson Noted by London Residents

Reb Don representing George and the Duke of Connaught attended the memorial service for Wilson at St. Margaret's as hundreds of London residents gathered to honor the late figure. Frank B. Kellogg, the American ambassador, was among those listed in the attendees.

Don George Prince of Duke of

Boldly Rob Store While Customers Wait Their Turn

In Lorain Ohio police seek three robbers who entered the Je h & Levy department store and held up owner Samuel Levy his wife and two customers stealing $1 in cash and $350 in Liberty bonds. Mary Zatroth fainted during the hold up but regained consciousness shortly after. In Yria Ohio the school board accepts F Shelton resignation as superintendent and he moves to Springfield Ohio for a three year term at $6900 annually with many applications for the vacancy.

Lorain, O Je H & Levy Samuel Levy Mary Zatroth Trousseauw Yool Yria, O F. F.elton Eer Shelton Springfield Bherton

Ohio beekeepers conference at Ohio State University

A conference of Ohio beekeepers will be held tomorrow afternoon at the Ohio State University in conjunction with the Ohio Seeks operst Association meeting. It is called by Charles V. Truax state director of agriculture to explain new practices in eradicating American foul brood and to promote cooperation between beekeepers and the Department of Agriculture.

Mbus Ohio Ohio State University Ohio Seeks Charles V. Truax

Fatal fall shocks Bellaire on Toll road

William Hudson, 58, of Moundsville West Virginia died after collapsing on a street in Bellaire Ohio while attending a funeral service for a YS worker. His son William Hudson saw him falter and collapse. he was pronounced dead upon arrival of a fan.

Bellaire William Hudson Moundsville W. Va Col

Lloyd George to Publish Reaction to Wilson Clemenceau Pact

The Daily Chronicle said Lloyd George will issue a statement about a secret Wilson Clemenceau Rhineland occupation pact. He denies granting a formal interview and awaits a forthcoming publication next Saturday.

David M. Church London The Daily Chronicle David Lloyd George Woodrow Wilson George Clemenceau France Rhineland Lloyd George Harold Spender

French Deny Secret Deal With Late President

Paris reports that foreign office officials deny a secret pact between Woodrow Wilson and Georges Clemenceau at the peace conference. France allegedly would occupy the German Rhineland for five years.

Spender Lloyd George Morning Post George Daily Herald Paris Woodrow Wilson Georges Clemenceau Rhineland Foreign Office France

Bulgarian irregulars attack frontier station at Soumenje

Bulgarian irregulars attacked the frontier station at Soumenje today but were repelled by Greek guards, marking a brief border clash.

Paris Soumenje

Coolidge Predicted To Win Big At Cleveland Convention

U S campaign managers claim President Coolidge will be nominated on the first ballot in Cleveland with 866 of 1116 delegates secured. A White House survey notes 10 states totaling 255 delegates uncertain, while 26 states and five territories have endorsed him. Significant backing includes New York and factions in Georgia Mississippi for the president, with notable support in Alabama Kentucky and Virginia. The White House official predicts one of the greatest landslides in a national convention.

Washington Coolidge Cleveland White House Arizona Arkansas California Illnois Indiana Maryland Montana Nebraska Nevada Wisconsin Massachusetts New Jersey New Hampshire North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oregon Pennsylvania South Dakota Vermont West Virginia Tilinois New England New York Georgia Mississippi Alabama Kentucky Virginia

Democats Demand Denby Quit Naval Secretary Post

James Petrini of Columbus Ohio was brought to court on grand larceny charges involving 22000 dollars. Magistrate Smith turned him over to Detective Captain Clark J McNeil with extradition papers signed by Ohio's governor.

New York James Petrini St. Claire ‘Avenue Columbus Ohio Smith Clark J. McNeil Petrini

McAdoo to Testify as Senate Debates Denby Ouster

Former Secretary Albert B. Fall and Secretary Denby face Senate scrutiny over naval oil leases to Doheny and Sinclair. McAdoo travels to Washington for voluntary testimony while the chamber weighs removing Denby for alleged misfeasance and malfeasance amid partisan clashes.

Washington Tech Senate Denby Roy DD. Chapin Detroit United States LaPolletti Nepublican Wisconsin Latollette Robinson William Gibbs McAdoo Wilson McAdoo Doheny Elf Roes

Senate approves new 50 million loan fund for banks

A 50 000 600 government fund will be created for loans to banks and trust companies under terms of 2 bill introduced in the senate by Senator Bursum Republican of New Mexico.

Washington Senate Bursuim New Mexico

County veterans approve federal bonus in secret vote

Crossen Post No 21 American Legion held a secret pilot vote at Commercial club rooms. Of 276 Athens Chauncey Guysville Coolville Albany and The Plains veterans voting 271 favored a national bonus while 5 opposed. The post sent the sentiment to Congressman J M Yoster and Senators Fess and Willis. The post also censured the German embassy for not flying its flag at half staff after Woodrow Wilsons death.

Crossen Post No American Legion Commercial Clat Rooms J. M Yoster Fess Willis Athens Chauncey Guysville Coolville Albany The Plains Woodrow Wilson United States

Former Toledo Mayor Challenged in Million Dollar Liquor Ring Case

Federal Judge J. M. Killitts denied the motion to dismiss liquor possession charges against former Mayor Adolph Unger and CC. H. Sterrett poolroom owner in Toledo Ohio. The case centers on alleged improper distribution and illicit alcohol dealings.

Toledo J. M. Killitts Adolph Unger CC. H. Sterrett

Quarry Blast Kills Man and Injures Another at Portage

In Bowing Green Colorado Portage quarry a dynamite charge exploded injuring one man who is hospitalized and killing another. Investigators probe the accidental blast at the stone quarry near Portage.

Bowling Green, CO Portage

Degenerate confesses murder of Canton girl

Joseph Pierce confessed to helping kill Florence Nitzman, choked to death January 30 in Canton Ohio. He led officers through the crime scene in a snowstorm, offering another version of events and contradicting prior statements. police and officials review the tale to determine actual participation or possible degeneracy related hallucinations.

Canton Joseph Pierce Florence Nitzman Pierce

Indiana pastor tied to Findlay church services

Checks drawn by the Nevada pastor Rosa of Indianapolis and returned as insufficient funds will be paid, church officials announced after reports he would be prosecuted. Rev Rosa was brought to Findlay to conduct services and drew publicity for sensational booze accusations and lodge attacks, leading to his exclusion from Kiwanis and Elks events.

Findlay Nev. F Elks’ Club

Dry clothes faster with electric fan indoors

On rainy days when drying clothes inside is tough, use an electric fan to accelerate air circulation and speed up evaporation.

Senator Bruce Opposes Soldiers' Bonus

Senator William Cabell Bruce of Maryland writes to Knowlton Durham, president of the Ex-Service Men's Anti Bonus league, opposing a soldiers' bonus as dishonoring military traditions and subverting the premise of military obligation. He argues a permanent policy would depress national resolve and respect for defense service.

Washington Uecb William Cabell Bruce Marysland Knowlton Durham Ex-Service Men's Anti Bonus League S- Service Men‘s Bruce Alwas United States

American observers to sit in at naval conference in Rome

United States will send official observers to the naval conference on arms limitations in Rome on February 14. The delegates will not participate in proceedings but will report findings and submit an opinion on treaties to guide U S policy. Secretary Hughes opposed joining the convention citing Monroe Doctrine principles and arms sales to South American powers.

Rome Washington United States Nome Germaine Hughes State Department

Midwest Struggles to Reconnect After Severe Storm

The Midwest faced three days without telephone or telegraph service as sleet and ice toppled thousands of poles. Crews worked 24 hours to rebuild lines toward the East and other regions while snowbound tracks delayed trains. Westinghouse KYW and International News Service filled gaps with regular half hour reports for Minnesota, Indiana, Illinois, and Iowa.

Chicago Yeu Midwest Weat Hadio Westinghouse Station KYW World Erier Fie Minnesota Indiana Iilinois Iowa

Plans for City Garbage Plant In Making

At the Athens city board of health meeting a committee was appointed to meet with the city council to urge rejection of a garbage disposal plant and to seek reports from the city engineer on similar plants elsewhere. The board adopted a resolution urging immediate vaccination for those not yet inoculated due to a smallpox concern in nearby counties. All members attended except one.

Athens Athens County Medical Society City Board of Health Pr. J. M. Higgins B. M. Covert V. Gullum J. J. Woolley T. N. Hoover

Won't Speak Kali Refuses Oil Lease Details Before Senate

Former Secretary of Interior Albert B. Kali testified to the Senate Investigating Committee and declined to discuss oil leases granted by the department. The session focused on policies and possible conflicts surrounding the leases.

J. Doheny Interior Alburt de Kall Doheny Ball Albert B. Kali Ott Senate W ‘ii

Summer Chemistry Tip Revives Faded Enamels Noted

A home care note suggests adding a small amount of white vinegar to rinse water to revive faded enamels. The guidance emphasizes careful proportion to a quart of water for best results.

Fresh Baked Cake Tips for Easy Removal

A home baking tip explains that to prevent sticking, place the pan on a dampened cloth or surface after removing from the oven. The method reportedly helps hull the cake bottom, though wording is unclear and may reference a wet material to aid release.

Evid

Hall 3 fined in county liquor cases in Athens court

Okey Hall colored of Athens was fined 6508 and costs in common pleas court on six liquor law violations. He admitted three counts of selling intoxicating liquor and three counts of possession as part of county raids. Earlier actions included a 1921 conviction and an ongoing appeal.

Okey Hall Athens Costa Common Pleas Hall Halls Wutity Helwig Brice Dicken Harold Pali Dicken Matt Halli Mariner Worstell Hooper Pete Coss Cruce Dicken Harold Ball Coss Tom Guces Worsfell Pete Cows Willian Darnell Ile Rom Gness

Dismissal of suit against Stewart over alleged debt

Ralph Darting ton sued Carl D Stewart manager of the Toggery Bhep for money due as an employee. The case was dismissed at the plaintiff's cost after Emmett Keenan, counsel, examined the defendant's books and business and found the claim unwarranted.

Ralph Dartington Carl DD Stewart Toggery Bhep Emmett Keeenan Keenan Stewart

Opponents push federal plan to run Muscle Shoals plant

Congressional foes of Henry Ford's Muscle Shoals offer launched a drive for government ownership. Senator Norris of Nebraska and insurgents backed a bill creating a federal chemical corporation to take over and run the plant as a government institution.

Washington Henry Ford Musele Shonis Norris Republican Nebraska Federal Chemical Corporation Muscle Shoal

Correct Speech and Writing in English Booklet Offered Free

Free distribution guide from the bureau explains mispronounced and misused words. It covers mispellings and mispronunciations with concise explanations for the public to improve daily speech and writing. Enclose two cents for return postage.

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