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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Feb 12, 1929
Page
1
The measure to cut insurance premium tax from three to two and one half percent faced renewed House debate after Senate approval and a prior House pass. Floor Leader Hamilton led opposition as members wrangled over timing and tax changes amid reconsideration efforts.
Bender Bill to reduce tax on foreign insurance companies returns to the House for passage. Emmons Bill seeks two extra common pleas judges for Summit County before the Senate. Weir Bill would add one judge for Trumbull County in the House. Teachers’ Tenure hearing set. Schools Committee to hear Bender Bill on auto license tax. Highway Committee in Senate to consider it.
Floor leader Arthur Hamilton faced a vote on reconsideration of a tax bill as Representative Ray C. Carpenter argued an amendment would set a 1928 rate through 1929. The House postponed action by 60 to 45, then defeated a further delay motion 46 to 42 before adopting the postponement. A separate measure to turn Confederate veterans letters over to the Ohio Daughters of the Confederacy failed 46 to 42, then the chamber approved the delay 108 to 2. In Dusky, John M. died by suicide after despondency following flooding deaths.
One hundred Rotarians from Ohio and West Virginia attended the ceremony in Middleport on February 12 as Rotary International presented a charter to the newly formed Middleport Rotary Club. Delegations from Nelsonville Athens Marietta Gallipolis Wellston Point Pleasant Ripley and Huntington participated.
George Ludden of Lick Run was found guilty of manslaughter in the shooting death of miner John Lent. The three hour jury deliberation ended at 7 PM Monday after alternate arguments. A motion for a new trial may be filed within three days. if denied, an appeal to the District Court of Appeals is possible. Ludden was released on a $10,000 bond signed by several sureties.
Canton residents called to testify as Edward Kaltenbaugh faces a sanity hearing over the January 5 slaying of John and Bertha Oser at a Canal Fulton area dairy farm. The court will decide if he is committed to Lima State Hospital for the Criminal Insane or stands trial for first degree murder.
Two United States Marines Sergeant Thomas Nickele and Corporal Raymond Wiley were killed when their airplane crashed on the E. W. Scripps ranch near San Diego. Cause of the crash was not known.
The Senate considers ending its 150 year secrecy rule to allow open sessions for future nominations unless a majority votes to keep doors closed. The move follows publication of the full secret ballot on a nomination and involves White House approval.
Senate leaders expect adoption of secrecy repeal while continuing consideration of Caraway Cotton Futures Bill. The Shipping Board will explain Chapman. Commerce Committee handles the bid. House debates Lincoln address and legislation appropriations bill.
Roy O West as Secretary of Interior faced initial Republican pressure to keep nominations in secret. Hoover signals openness for cabinet consideration in open session, prompting leaders to prepare changes. The article traces Senate secrecy from its origins to today and outlines three resolutions under discussion.
Springfield observes the 120th anniversary of Abraham Lincoln s birth with a speech by Claude G. Bowers in the old county courthouse. The Lincoln Centennial Association sponsors the event as admirers hear comparisons between Lincoln and rival Stephen A Douglas.
New York February 12 Wall Street observed a holiday mood not gloom as optimistic traders awaited Hoover's March 4 inauguration. After a technical correction the market eyed resumed gains and a buoyant run, despite earlier Federal Reserve fears.
The aged Prince John XI of Liechtenstein died at Castle Fledberg. He was 88 years old and had ruled Liechtenstein for more than 70 years over a country of about 10 000 people. He never married.
Lexington reports a fire at St. Joseph's Hospital during an evacuation of 200 patients. No fatalities. injuries include a sister and firefighters. Elevator failure hampered exits and a roof section collapsed as operations moved patients to safety and other facilities.
Wall Street slumped as investors awaited word from the Federal Reserve Board on Heflin’s resolution urging legislation to curb illegitimate speculation. The Capper plan to empower the President to order an arms embargo against Kellogg Pact violators drew more press interest than congressional support. Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address is to be read in both houses, followed by a Legislative Appropriation Bill as adjournment nears noon in March.
A reflective poem honors Abraham Lincoln, pondering the loneliness and societal burdens he bore. It portrays how his compassionate leadership freed a race yet left him unable to escape sorrow. The speaker laments the hidden sadness that haunted Lincoln and the unseen depth of his resolve.
President Coolidge plans to depart Washington on March 4 after the inauguration to return to Northampton Massachusetts. He may not reach that night and will head to Mrs Lemiga Goodhue’s home, his mother in law, promptly if possible.
The body of 65 year old William Clapper was identified today as the man who disappeared from his Canton home January 19. He was found at the mouth of a storm sewer on the East Side by two boys.
In Cambridge on February 12 Bishop Theodore S. Henderson contracted a cold at Earl R. Slutz funeral. He told the hearse friend Earl Slutz that he must tell his mother he would carry on. The bishop died in Cincinnati yesterday from pneumonia.
A local physician reports a second influenza outbreak in Glouster noting patients previously afflicted weeks ago have relapsed. Many families were hit during the season's first wave and now face renewed illness as cases reappear in the community.
A movement to revive union strength at Ohio mines led by David Fowler after his Cambridge appointment. He plans to organize open shop mines and seek rerecognition by owners, with a potential April 1 walkout and earlier idle periods cited as background. The piece notes Lincoln's influence and invokes Washington’s role in nationhood.
The individual drew from Pilgrim's Progress Plutarch's Lives and Bible texts as guiding foundations. Washington's inspiration and ambition were rooted in these teachings shaping his outlook and discipline.
Bunyan's writings shaped Lincoln's English style emphasizing short words. Plutarch's Lives broadened his world beyond Indiana, exposing him to ancient figures and enduring moral lessons.
Seventeen Pomeroy Post Office employees gathered at Jesse Brewster’s residence in Pomeroy on Monday night to honor 69 year old retiree Jesse Brewster. Brewster, who served as deputy postmaster and superintendent of mails, had a special permit to continue work after reaching age 65.
Columbus reports slowly rising temperatures easing the severe cold. Zero to near zero readings gave way to warmth as winds shift with a forecast of warmer conditions tomorrow.
In Columbus on February 12 an amendment to the state motor vehicle law to abolish the bill of sale and substitute a certificate of title was to be introduced in the House by Rep. Lester J. Abele of Cleveland. The measure would require owners to obtain a title certificate upon proof of ownership, kept by the loan or mortgage holder.
Columbus report says Senator Davis B. Johnson of Fulton County introduced a bill to compensate poultry raisers for fowls killed by dogs. The House Agriculture Committee recommended passage, matching existing dog fund rules used for sheep and cattle.
Treasury officials announced a supplemental estimate to Congress proposing a additional Prohibition enforcement fund. Under Secretary Ogden Mills said a $24,000,000 deficiency package would be requested, with further funds for the dry bureau and customs service to support the enforcement effort.
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