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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 09, 1937

Page

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Alien suspect held in Mattson child kidnapping murder case

Federal officers transport Stanislaus Poracki age 34 by airmail with fingerprints and photos to Tacoma Washington to face inquiry into Charles Mattson Jr kidnapping and murder. Investigators compare his prints and account with evidence at the scene and plan to decide by tonight or tomorrow if he is jailed for kidnap murder or immigration violation.

Noyes Minn Tacoma Wash Stanislaus Poracki Charles Mattann Kidnan Rerr Weer Seeete Ge Ot William Mattson, Jr Muriel Charles Department of Justice Mattson Everett Poracki

Beau Brummel Roosevelt Nominated Best Dressed Man

The Merchants Tailors Designers Association at its annual convention named President Roosevelt America’s best dressed man. Chair I H Milhouer praised him as well dressed and noted fashion trends including single fabric cutaways and brighter spring tones with black trousers remaining.

Merchant Tailors Designers Association America Washington Roosevelt I. H. Milhouer

Hope for Truce in Auto Strike Bright

The A F of L executive council debated craft bargaining in GM plants amid UAW efforts for exclusive bargaining rights. President Roosevelt reportedly sought direct talks with GM VP Knudsen and UAW chief Lewis, while William Green urged against recognizing the UAW as sole bargaining agent. Green questioned CIO ties as Homer Martin sought union funds.

Washington U.P White House Roosevelt Williams Knudsen General Motors John L. Lewis GMC Mr. Roosevelt William Green A.F. of Frank Murphy Michigan UAW United Automobile Workers A. F. of L. Executive Council Homer Martin Green CIO A. F. of L

Farm Leaders Back Wallace Granary Plan

Secretary of Agriculture Henry A. Wallace won support from 62 farm leaders and congressmen for his Ever-Normal Granary proposal. The plan envisions federal loans to store excess crops during good years and releasing stock in scarcity, with debate over its constitutional basis following the AAA decision.

Washington Henry A. Wallace National Farm Organization Wallace Supreme Court AAA

Explorer's Widow Plans Return to Congo Jungle

Mrs. Osa Johnson, widow of explorer Martin Johnson, recovering in Los Angeles after the Congo expedition disaster that killed Johnson and four others, announced plans to return to the Belgian Congo jungle to escape civilization she blames for their deaths.

Los Angeles Africa Osa Johnson Martin Johnson Johnson

Challenging Authority in Columbus Over Counsel Appointments

Attorney General Herbert H. Duff y gave notice he will object to paying department head appointed attorneys after April 1 unless the attorneys are appointed by him in Columbus. The move targets authority over legal staffing and budget implications for state departments.

Authority Columbus A.P Herbert Duffy

Goodrich Buys Cadillac Factory For Tire Production

The B. F. Goodrich Co. announced the purchase of a factory in Cadillac Michigan that had been occupied by the Acme Motor Truck Co. The facility will be used for tire production.

Akron—Up B. F. Goodrich Co Acme Motor Truck Co Cadillac, Mich

Tyroler Named Athens Probate Judge by Governor Davey

Louis Tyroler Athens attorney was appointed by Governor Davey as Athens County probate judge to succeed the late Judge S.M. Johnson. He will assume office immediately and serve until a successor is chosen after the 1938 general election. The move foreshadows replacement of three deputies by Democrats with possible appointment of John Green as probation officer.

Louis Tyroler Athens Davey Athens County 8S. M. Johnson Tyroler Dorthy Frank Marion Danford George Gibbs John Green Albany Dan A. Bardin Democratic Executive Committee C. L. Jordan Columbus Mr. Tyroler Len B. McCune C. W. Gross Scott Haney Fred Shafer Fahye Pierce Shade Co. E. Handley Glouster Walter Maccombs Nelsonville

Grandma Defends Child Marriages In Akron

Mrs Opal Coates recalls marrying at 15 and becoming a grandmother at 29 and argues child marriages are best. She says Tennessee should raise the marriage age to 13 to curb youthful behavior, admitting she was 15 when she wed and that she was “too old fashioned.”

Akron U.P Opal Coates Tennessee

Flood looting hits Louisville stores and homes

Flood rioters looted Louisville with unofficial estimates exceeding 1 million dollars in goods and belongings. Police reported widespread stripping of small businesses in the west and south city sections as floodwaters receded. Scooters joined in retrieving goods and taking proprietors' personal possessions.

Louisville

House Faces $300 000 Public Expense List

Bills totaling nearly 300000 for public works and property purchases sit before the Ohio House. The plan includes buying Glenford Fort in Perry County for 12500 and funds for grounds improvements and road access. In New York, a jury begins hearing the tub slaying case of Mary Harriet Case.

Columbus U.P House of Representatives Glenford Fort Perry County T. F McElroy Putnam New York Major Green Negro Porter Mary Harriet Case

Judge Middleton Retires From Court of Appeals

Judge William H. Middleton age 72 of the court of appeals retires today. He will be succeeded by Judge Roy G. Gillen of Wellston.

Middleton William H. Middleton Court of Appeals Roy G. Gillen Wellston

Detroit GM UAW talks resume after clash over bargaining

Governor Murphy said GM and the United Auto Workers are closer than ever to a settlement yet both sides issued statements asserting irreconcilable aims over the 42 day old strike. The 8:30 PM meeting follows ten hour sessions and proposals including a worker ballot.

Detroit Frank Murphy General Motors Corporation United Automobile Workers Murphy Roosevelt General Motors UAWA

Frank Attacks Lewis Praises Labor Unions

Dr. Glenn Frank former University of Wisconsin president endorsed industrial unionism at a Ohio Society dinner in New York but criticized John L Lewis leadership as rabble rousing and power hungry. He said the movement remains valid despite attacking its leader.

NEW York U.P Glenn Frank University of Wisconsin Ohio Society John L. Lewis Committee For Industrial Organization Lewis

Storms Sweep Flooded Area of Lower River

MEMPHIS Tenn U P The crest of the super flood moved slowly down the Mississippi River from here today while a dozen valley sectors checked damage from tornadic winds which added to the suffering in parts of Arkansas Missouri Indiana and Kentucky as a prelude to colder weather.

Memphis Tenn U.P Mississippi River Arkansas Missouri Insana Kentucky

Senate Seeks Support for Stop Gap Real Estate Relief Bill

In Columbus Senate leaders push for backing the stop gap relief measure with Governor Davey urging counties to match part of the 3 million dollar relief fund. The House previously trimmed the bill and opposed highway revenue shifts while other actions include delaying real estate re appraisals and excluding capital offense executions for under 21.

Columbus U.P Davey Senate Senate Finance Committee House House Motor Vehicles Committee State Highway Department Emerson Campbell Belmont John Hayden Clermont L. H. Myers Allen County W. P. van Ness Champaign

Friendly Pole-Kitty Discourages Host

William Bauhan of Circleville tried feeding a skunk inside his cottage to coax it out. The skunk ate the food but stayed. Bauhan then left for Florida.

Circleville U.R William Bauhan Skunk Bauhan Florida

Malaga Closed By Nationalists After City Conquest

Nationalist leaders sealed Malaga to outsiders aside from military personnel as troops completed the capture of Spain’s southern coast port. Three tribunals with 33 judges were formed to probe alleged loyalist killings. A press official claimed 4,000 to 5,000 executions in six months, with the most recent on Saturday.

Malaga

Athens County Common Pleas Judge Begins Second Term

Judge Oliver F. Rowland starts his second term on the Athens County Common Pleas Court bench after being sworn in by W. E. Peters. He was elected in 1930, began serving in 1931, and previously led Athens City Council as president and served two terms as mayor.

Oliver F. Rowland Athens County Common Pleas Court Rowland W. E. Peters County Bar Association Athens Hal Rowland John J. Woolley

Deficiency Bill Approved for Roosevelt Signature

A 949 million relief deficiency bill passed Congress after weeks of bickering to prevent WPA project closures. WPA workers, about 150,000, faced potential layoffs as Hopkins warned delay could end flood rehabilitation efforts. The measure funds relief from Feb 1 to June 30, despite House Senate disputes over government employeess.

Washington U.P Congress Roosevelt House Senate WPA Harry L. Hopkins Congressional Hopkins

Lewis inquiry probes Pinkerton visit to labor leader home

The LaFollette Civil Liberties Committee sought to learn if Pinkerton Detectives investigated John L. Lewis, head of the CIO, for General Motors. The panel summoned Pinkerton executives to confirm a visit to Lewis in Alexandria, Virginia, tied to UAW involvement at GMC plants. Sen. LaFollette urged $50,000 more to widen the probe to potential Black Legion terror activities in the Ohio Indiana Michigan industrial region.

Washington-Aup LaFollette Civil Liberties Committee Pinkerton Detective Agency John L. Lewis Committee For Industrial Organization General Motors Corporation Pinkerton Alexandria Lewis United Automobile Workers GMC Robert M. LaFollette, Jr Wis Black Legion Ohio-Indiana-Michigan

Opponents Attack Roosevelt Judicial Plan At Hearing

Opponents of President Roosevelt's judicial reform plan launched their first formal attack at the House Judiciary Committee meeting. The session focused on the sweeping reorganization proposal and its potential impact on the courts.

Washington U.P Roosevelt House Judiciary Committee

Tribunal Awaits Action On FD's Wagner Act Bill

The Wagner Relations Act faced Supreme Court argument amid talk a new tribunal may render final rulings if Roosevelt reforms courts. Justices reportedly aim to delay to preserve prestige, as labor tensions at General Motors rise and more battles loom.

Washington Supreme Court Roosevelt General Motors

New Deal Faces Senate Fight Over Judicial Plan

Administration leaders marshal New Deal support in Congress as a coalition on the judiciary plan emerges with opposition from Sen Hiram Johnson and others. Public reaction and state actions signal ongoing struggle while White House expects a hard fight and possible sentiment shifts before final passage.

Washington U.P Congress Roosevelt Supreme Court Charlies West White House James Roosevelt New Jersey Administration

Portsmouth Flood Aftermath Struggles with Recovery

Seventy four feet of Ohio River water devastated Portsmouth with $12 to $15 million in damage. About 60,000 residents endure flood hangover as industries restart payrolls and banks reopen. Many homes and stores remain ruined with 500 houses condemned and first floors unoccupied.

United Press Portsmouth U.P Red Cross Sanford Lincoln

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