07 Feb 1935
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 07, 1935
Page
1
Fragmentary text shows Senate leaders arguing over a work relief program and government spending. Various senators including Glass Copeland Nevade discuss cuts and alignment with Roosevelt’s plan, while others push for cooperation with private industry and public works. The discussion centers on funding levels and legislative strategy.
Fragmentary report mentions the American Federation, steel workers, and a committee, with references to incident at Irwin district. Some names and details are unreadable, but suggests a union effort and a fire incident with minor damage and officials involved.
Mrs Sophia Zove, 102, of Mari Anne, seeks naturalization papers in Pittsburgh on February 7. Born December 10, 1882 in Nudlock Austria, she came to the United States at age six and expects two years to finalize citizenship. She says she will be there to receive them.
The Athens City Board of Education approved a 1985 budget totaling 134 201.25 with allocations for debt service personal service supplies maintenance materials equipment replacement and other categories. The resolution also sets rental charges for the high school auditorium and school rooms for general community meetings while athletics facilities remain free.
The Athens County Farm and Home Protective Committee met in the post office building to hear distressed farmers discuss mortgage and debt issues. Attorney Harry A. Mettler outlined the Best Moratorium Bill extending two years the power to delay foreclosure, and H L Young of the Federal Land Bank described other committees.
Paris police freed all but 56 of 1,261 Communists arrested yesterday on the Bloody Tuesday anniversary. Of those remaining 56, 38 are foreigners. They will be expelled or prosecuted for carrying forbidden weapons.
Health officials investigate a diphtheria case in Athens with nurse Viola Fell noting diagnosis pending. In Coolville two new scarlet fever cases raise total to six in the town.
In Wilkes-Barre Pennsylvania on February 7 Judge Y M Valentina issued an injunction restraining the United Anthracite Miners of Pennsylvania from interfering with a Glen Alden Coal Company employer. The ruling targets stopping picket actions and potential disruptions tied to the strike. The order aims to maintain operations at a specific Glen Alden mine amid ongoing labor unrest.
President Roosevelt favors amending the National Industrial Recovery Act to apply anti trust laws more strictly. Congressional leaders see this as a tactic to counter monopoly claims. A conference with Roosevelt discussed extending NRA principles for two more years while preserving Section 7A enabling workers to bargain freely.
War Department engineers tabulated 25 bids for 2 300 tons of steel for seven of fifteen Muskingum Conservancy Dams. Beach City Dam labor hours increased to 130 per month. rides open Feb 7. Wages ranged from 1 20 per hour for skilled, 18 per week for clerks and helpers, with minimums for semi skilled and unskilled labor.
Washington reports during cocktail hours today of resignations by five Left Wing agricultural officials prompting speculation on further shifts. President Roosevelt had no comment on reports the AAA shake-up and his letters to the AFL rejecting NRA and automobile code demands signal a conservative trend.
In Columbus Ohio the Senate Finance Committee voted seven to nil to postpone the administration salary cut bill and refused to back the milder Herner salary measure. Governor Davey grew impatient with 21 days of unconfirmed cabinet appointees and warned of action if confirmations do not come.
A California highway patrol report reveals Marence Frechette confessed to shooting Robert Brown in Howell in mid January and hauling his body 2000 miles in a car trunk, solving the Kalamazoo disappearance involving a trucking contractor and his employee.
Judge Thomas cites dramatic improvements in Ohio criminal procedure over the last decade. He notes historic harshness and English law remnants, citing reforms in trials, double jeopardy limits, and protections for the accused as part of a broader modernization discussed before the Men's Faculty Club.
The Ohio Pastors' Convention rejected state aid for parochial schools despite charges of hypocrisy. Rev. H Geisweit of Cincinnati led a report opposing such aid, warning the issue touches religion. The body also adopted a resolution against compulsory military drill for college students and backed other policy inquiries.
Washington February 7 General Douglas MacArthur proposes an enlisted reserve force of over 100 000 from CCC graduates. The plan would enroll them for two months of intensive training then place them in inactive status with annual pay of 24 dollars. The scheme aims to bolster rapid wartime manpower and maintain contact through periodic physical checks.
Columbus Feb 7. Frasier Reames investigation of Ohio Penitentiary adjourned for report. He says the document will include evidence to support removing Preston Be Thomas as warden. Reams will deliver the report to the Senate Committee and then visit the prison next Wednesday. Warden Thomas has been suspended by Governor Davey.
Weston West Virginia February 7 Dr M Holt age 42 announces independent bid for re election to mayory Holt notes he was first elected when rival Rush D Holt failed to meet age requirement Senator elect cannot seat. New Marshfield reports Katheryn Rose Hunter two weeks old daughter of Blaine and Mrs Hunter dies in town funeral pending.
Athens County teachers association met for a February dinner where Dr. Gamertsfelder of Ohio University urged educators to cultivate critical minds in pupils. He warned against propaganda and urged open questions to develop unbiased, discriminating judgment for future civic choices.
President Roosevelt signaled to Congress he would seek legislation to tax securities previously exempt from taxes. The Treasury argues taxation now is prudent for the future, but delayed action stems from the need to fund large next year borrowings and avoid higher interest costs. States and municipalities would face similar financing challenges.
Kentucky State Senator John T. Murphy is sought by police in two states after Ohio requisition papers charge him with forgery. The case arose in Cincinnati with pledges signed in Frankfort by Governor Albert B Chandler as the inquiry continues.
A jury in Postville, Pa., after 85 hours of deliberation, found former county detective Joseph J Bruno guilty of voluntary manslaughter for the Kelayres election eve shooting attack in which five people were killed. The sentence ranges from six to twelve years in prison.
Don Doar indicted for receiving stolen property began 10 day in Athens County Common Pleas Court in City Council Chamber City Hall. Jury members include Carl Snow J J Altmen Frank Bolton Gordon Ruth Phyllis Roberts Harold Pierce Bert Ademe Paul Gillitan Charles Cameron C O Burnett E Haller Heriey Thompson.
Weather report notes Arnene District temperature fell to 14 degrees overnight, a drop of 21 degrees from a daytime high around 37. Meteorological staff describe the reading as part of a wave of cooler air moving through the region.
Will reflects on Max Baer and Roger Babson as figures he admires noting Baer as a rare fighter and Babson as a sharp predictor. He mentions a coast visit and two hour talk with Frank Kent, praising Kent Lippman and Brisbane in passing and signing off as Will Rogers.
In Columbus the Senate discussed issuing scrip against anticipated sales tax revenue to aid hard pressed school districts. Joseph W. Fichter cited deficits in several counties with Jefferson facing about 200000 and others ranging from 54500 to 944207. He said state aid funds appear necessary as federal matching funds require about 15000000.
Hercy Ralmen chair of the Ohio Milk Marketing Commission told a legislative investigating committee that Ohio milk marketing law is among the best in the United States and needs few changes. McBride explained milk pools ensure uniform producer prices within marketing areas, and drought also boosts producer income. In Columubur, a separate item reports the fourth day of the search for Morrie DPD. Scott, 2, Fayette County, Ohio State University student who suffered a fall last week.
In Flemington New Jersey Feb 7 1932 a defense expert for Bruno Hauptmann testified that incriminating nail holes on the Lindbergh ladder did not appear when examined soon after the crime. Police and state experts testified four nail holes matched attic joists. The defense sought adjournment for a final summation as Hauptmann nears possible conviction.
Brief items report Angin France signaling implicit recognition of German naval power, Tokyo discusses Pacific fortifications before renegotiating non fortification commitments. Naples notes a shipboard reconciliation between Mr and Mrs Kate Fiermonte amid Aston and Astor ties, Italy-linked routes split. Berlin reports a mother charged with letting children die. Hamburg notes King Gustaf of Sweden avoiding visit to grandson, the ex Prince Sigvard.
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