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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1920

Page

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Lodge offers nine amendments to treaty in Senate today

Senator Lodge proposed nine amendments to the Lodge reservations to the police treaty. The changes cover the preamble withdrawals domestic questions Shantung naming of American representatives in the league payments of US share of league expenses status of foreign nationals Article XVI and voting power. The voting power amendment is the only one not in full bipartisan agreement. Amendments aim to establish the bipartisan agreement as official program and seek Democratic support. Copies were printed and distributed to all senators ahead of next Monday’s floor work.

Washington Lodge Senate Shantung United States

Wilson Improving After Illness Says Hopkins Physician

Baltimore report states President Wilson is in better shape and mentally alert after illness. Dr. Hugh H. Young of Johns Hopkins University told the Baltimore Sun that Wilson’s condition has improved, with prostatic obstruction resolving and overall organ function normal.

Baltimore Wilson Hugh H. Young Johns Hopkins University Baltimore Sun Young Eally

Silent About Condition Shrouds Wilson Illness

Dr. H H Young of Johns Hopkins states President Wilson suffered cerebral thrombosis but the White House declares no official confirmation. Officials expect a full medical statement soon as Wilson recovers rapidly and may appear publicly with spring auto rides.

Washington H. H. Young Johns Hopkins University Wilson White House Young

Poison Mystery Surrounds Mildred Ames Death in Cleveland

Mildred V. Ames, 19, of Ada Ohio, was believed dying from poison in a Cleveland hospital after a call to the desk clerk saying she felt ill. An unfinished letter to her mother was found on her desk noting plans to take a job with a local concern in Cleveland and ending with the words I feel sleepy. Former nurse Miss Ames.

Cleveland Mildred V. Ames Ada Ohio Miss Ames

Leasing Bill Passed by House Moves to Senate

The house approved the conference report on the oil leasing bill the sixth time this bill has passed the house. Chairman Sinnett of the public lands committee says the bill repeals perpetual patent rights to government mineral or oil lands and creates a system of leasing aimed at conservation.

Washington House Senate Sinnett Publc Lands Committee

Army Fliers Die In Plane Collision Over Texas

Lieuts. Harry W. Brokaw and Harry D. Smith of Kelly Field were killed when their planes collided at about 2000 feet. One plane was a German Fokker and the other a British purrit machine. Brokaw taught at the field and hailed from Barberton. Smith, already overseas, lived in San Francisco.

San. Antonio Tex Harry W. Brokaw Harry D. Smith Army Fliers Kelly Field Brokaw Barberton Oh Smith San Francisco

Republicans 18 Gather for Columbus Washington Birthday Rally

In Columbus on February 23 a large Republican gathering marks Washington's Birthday with hopes for 1920 success. Ohio counties send delegates and many women. Senator Harding is slated to speak at Memorial Hall with National Chairman Will Hays also addressing. Neil House serves as candidate headquarters.

Columbus William McKinley Washington Ohio Harding Memorial Hall Will H. Hays Neil House

Chicago assistant coach resigns amid new duties

The University of Chicago reports the resignation of Pat Page, its assistant coach, to pursue other duties. The move comes as the coach takes on additional responsibilities at an unspecified institution in Chicago.

Chicago, Ill Pat” Page Sore Balane She Pipdianenas Ant ‘St Er Cometa Chicago

Labour pledges aid to ten Irish in the future

London reporting on Lloyd George Irish home rule plans. Arthur Henderson says Labour will oppose the premier's Irish program and with no Irish support, asserts the plan cannot solve the Irish problem. Officials say policy will proceed unless the coalition falls.

ED. L. Keen United Press Star London Labor Ireland Arthur Henderson Lloyd George House of Commons Henderson Devalera Trish Republic United States Cuba Laborites Ulster Russia Daily News Daily Mail R Times Siocing Ruasien Elan Pte Peeches

Senate Sees Ratification Likely for Peace Treaty

United Press reports that irreconcilable Republicans favor ratifying the peace treaty after next Monday’s Senate discussion. Lodge supporters plan mild compromises on article ten to shift blame if Democrats reject them, aiming to keep the treaty alive for the campaign.

Osborn Testimony Prompts High Stakes in Newberry Trial

Grand Rapids reports the Newberry trial focusing on explosive claims from Charles S. Osborn, ex governor, amid talk of a senatorship sale for 150000. Osborn predicts recall with Milton Oakman and Mark McKee to testify. both defendants excused for illness.

Grand Rapids Mich Newberry Charles 8. Osborn Osborn Teeney” Daniels Detroit Milton Oakman Mark McKee

Red Cross Spent 155 Million Francs on 1919 Relief

Paris reports that the American Red Cross allocated 155 million francs to relief in France and Belgium during 1919. Of this, 30 million went to Belgium, with the rest for civilian relief in France. Since spring 1917 the organization has devoted about 200 million francs to work in France.

Paris American Red Cross France Belgium The Red Cross

Aid From Methodists to Roumania Relief

The Board of Foreign Missions of the Methodist Episcopal church voted 5000 dollars in cash for immediate relief to Queen Marie of Roumania and authorized 20000 dollars in supplies to be shipped as soon as possible. The appeal came from the queen who seeks to aid destitute and starving children left after war. Funds come from the church’s 113 million Centenary offering for world regeneration programs.

Roumania Board of Foreign Missions of The Methodist Episcopal Church

Yanks Return From Siberia Sail from Vladivostok

The transport Great Northern sailed February 5 from Vladivostok to San Francisco with about 250 American forces in Siberia, per war department notice.

Siberia Washington Great Northern Vladevistock San Francisco War Department

Light sentences blamed for crime wave say Cleveland police

Cleveland police veterans say light sentences and easy parole fuel crime. A civil service survey of 251 officers finds lower court leniency, parole grants to hardened criminals, and state clemency after 14 years’ imprisonment undermine respect for law and boost crime.

Cleveland The Civil Service Co Rnly State Board Answ

Lockett to die in electric chair March 11

Will Lockett, 32, a negro murderer of Geneva Hardman 10, South Elkhorn, was moved to Eddyville death house under federal guard from Lexington. Mob threats failed. soldiers escorted him, planning transfer to Eddyville for execution on March 11.

Eddyville Will Lockett Geneva Hardman South Elkhorn Lexington Lockett Eddyville Prison Fayette County Camp Taylor Louisville F. C. Marshall

Woman Found Dead at Hotel Vanderbilt After Stock Losses

In New York on February 11, police reported that 39 year old widow Mrs Clara Ellison V Page died by her own hand in a room at the Hotel Van derbilt. Friends say she suffered heavy stock losses and had been brooding over financial troubles.

New York Clara Ellison Page Vanderbilt

Senate backs oil leasing bill conference report

Washington February 1111 Senate approves conference report on oil leasing bill after President Wilson sets terms, marking the end of a decade long debate and signaling final action on the measure.

Washington Senate Wilson

Pupil Replaces Teacher During High School Strike

In St Clairsville Ohio on February 11 pupils at the high school went on strike after senior boys faced expulsion for placing colors on the building. An eighth grade substitute teacher left, and the pupils elected one of their own as teacher as the strike began.

ST. Clairsville

County Farm Agent DeLashmutt Announces New Assistant

County farm official DeLashmutt announced that R. E. Raymond of Columbus will serve as assistant farm agent for Athens County starting this week. Raymond, a Ohio State agricultural college graduate, has studied farm problems for six years and comes well recommended. DeLashmutt assumes duties March 1 and Raymond may be considered as successor.

DeLashmutt R. E. Raymond Columbus Athens County Raymond Ohio State Agricultural College R. EB. Raymond

Ohio Untene Athletes Form New Organization

Last night the athletes met in the gym and organized selecting Kreiger and Tom Morgan as presidents Harry Newman James Trone as treasurer Schleyer as sergeant at arms and Marshman as publicity man.

Ohio Untene Cym Kreiger Tom Morgan Harry Newman James Trone Schleyer Marshman

Submarines Return After Battle With Sera

Four of five American submarines missing between Bermuda and the U S coast have reached Hampton Roads after a week at sea. L-2 L-3 L and L 11 arrived safely while N-2 remains anchored off New London driven there by storms. Eagle 17 mother ship also arrived.

Washington Bermuda Islands Hampton Roads Navy Department New London Conn Bermuda Eagle 17

Submarine fleet missing in Atlantic search launched

Five American submarines and their crews are reported missing between the Bermuda Islands and Hampton Roads Virginia. Navy bureau of communications says no confirmation on a possible loss recovery. Eagle 17 arrived at Norfolk and a search began with destroyers Doven and Moody and mine sweeper Redwing deployed.

Washington Bermuda Islands Hampton Roads Bureau of Communications Navy Department Department Eagle Norfolk Doven Moody Newport Newa Redwing

Submarines rescued after storms near Bermudas return home

Five submarines en route from Bermudas were swept by severe storms and overdue by several days. The Navy Department reports they are now safe in United States waters following the incident and unsuccessful earlier search efforts.

Washington Bermudas United States Navy Department

Rail Unions Plan Appeal to President Wilson Over Wage Demands

Attorney General Palmer weighs intervention as fourteen rail unions demand higher pay and the railroad administration rejects the maintenance of way workers order to strike February 17. A Detroit delegation of striking voters arrived to seek an immediate meeting with officials and press their demands.

Ralph F. Couch Washington Palmer Railroad Administration Maintenance of “Way Wilson Maintenance of Way Pav Detroit Rnis i Ian Wenternoon

Unclear fragment shows Pa unions meeting plans

Fragment indicates Hines to meet Pennsylvania officials from all unions with details handed to a bin yesterday and plans for a later session.

Hines Bin

Fragmented Message on Strike and Law Interpretation

A garbled text fragment discusses war, mobilization, and a proposed strike order. It mentions belief in law, potential division, and the idea of not being united under a single strike concept, reflecting confusion over policy and action.

Poe

Tellingers Forts Riper Invented For Carrying Tires

Tellingers reveals a new design called Forts Riper aimed at transporting automobile tires. The device promises easier handling and reduced strain for workers loading tires in industrial settings.

Alumnae Invited to School Banquet by February 14

All alumnae who did not cone but wish to attend the banquet should write to Mr. Clarence Ohio. The invitation committee could not obtain addresses, so no personal invites were possible. List names of expected attendees by February 14 to reserve a banquet ticket.

Conee Clarence Ohio

Mutiny on US Vessel Poughkeepsie Leads to Arrests

The crew of the U S Shipping Board vessel Poughkeepsie mutinied and were arrested at Bermuda by the U S Sacramento s commanding officer acting on a request from the American consul Bermuda The mutineers are to be sent to the United States for federal action on mutiny as advised today by Secretary Daniels

Washington Shipping Board Poughkeepsie Bermuda U. S. Sacramento Daniels

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