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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 23, 1930

Page

7

Washington Birthday Observances Across Congress

Both Senate and House mark Washington's birthday with tributes and readings. Vice President Curtis reads events and speeches as Rep Tilson outlines a bicentennial address while President Hoover joins congressional observances. Congress participates in ceremonies in Washington and Alexandria as part of the holiday.

Swashington Ald Todey Conites Washington Senate Vandenberg Republiehngar Curtiser Tilson Mneticut House Hoover Congress Alexandria Perm

Ohio to award large highway construction contract

Columbus Feb 22 Director Bert M Wald of the Department of Highways will award Tuesday a 4 700 000 contract for major improvements in Washington County and other projects including 5.92 miles of road and 271 087 feet of guard rail. The bid aligns with statewide conservation efforts co sponsored by the conservation council and the Department of Conservation. The Ohio State Library tops aid to rural education, supplying as a central source for school libraries and interlibrary loans. Education officials note 14 Ohio high schools offer vocational agriculture with growing interest from farm students and returning dropouts in part time programs.

Sgolumbus Bert M. Wald Department of Highways Gav Y. Cooper Marietta-McConnellville Stead Washingtoe County Ohio State Library United United States Department of Education Tin J. L. Clifton Detriment of Olio

Grandfather Fed Poison to Granddaughters in Detroit

Jessa Waite, a 37 year old former engineer, fed ice cream laced with rat poison to her three granddaughters, Ruth Vertal aged five and Aloma aged three died, Betty aged three is dying, Waite was in critical condition from the poison. A note expressing love for the children was found around Waite's neck.

Detroit Fes Iis Jessa Waite Waite Ruth Vertal Aloma Betty Tivalte Neckes

Fire damages vacant home on West State Street

A fire caused about 209 dollars in damage Saturday morning to a vacant dwelling at 347 West State Street owned by Della McMasters. Firemen were alerted to determine origin and reined the blaze after a renewed outbreak minutes later when it rekindled, with initial flames possibly tied to sleeping tramps.

West State Street Della, McMasters, Visors Uake

Past Exalted Rulers Night at Athens Elks Lodge

Former chiefs of the Athens Elks Lodge will officiate at Past Exalted Rulers Night on Wednesday February 26. A banquet for members opens at 6 o'clock with a degree team of former executives to supervise initiation of new candidates and officer nominations for the coming year. The living Past Exalted Rulers of Athens Lodge are listed, with several judges and officials named among the attendees.

Athens Athens Ladae Glen M. Romine Elks Romine Athens Lodge E. BR. Lash Jr L. G. Worstell

Paul Hunter shoots one of two bandits near Chicago

Paul Hunter a South Chicago yard clerk and nephew of W B Hunter of Hew Marshfield stopped for two young men in his car when one drew a revolver. Hunter knocked them off balance and fired, wounding one who died later. both suspects were arrested and a sentence list notes the case.

Paul Hunter South Chicago W. B. Hunter Hew Marshfield Flim Chicago Hunter B Beverage Athens Ohio University la Lla Lear Kira Ar Winets Grae Alhorsh Pilal Faris

University official to attend conference and building dedication

Belen Reynonis assistant professor of aerial studies at Onto University will attend the research conference in business education at New York University in New York City February 28 and March 1. While in New York she will attend the dedication ceremony of a new building for the education area at New York University.

Belen Reynonis Onto New York University Ww York City New York Mis

Mistuh Will and Doggoner Stir Radio Row in South

The report centers on Mistuh Will of KWKH and Champ Doggoner from the South whose fiery broadcasts draw attention from the Federal Radio Commission and provoke debate among listeners and opponents. The piece notes strong listener support and vocal protest from critics while detailing Henderson’s aggressive on air style and the response from authorities and lawmakers.

Mistuh Will KWKH Champ “Doggoner South Radio Commission

Attorney General Seeks Recovery In Brown Bond Case At Issue

A contested audit report details Gilbert Bellman Toby and state officials pursuing $334,484.17 already paid by banks toward the Brown bond on a 1920s money-transfer scheme. It notes interest losses and banks expected to pay further sums as refinements continue through state treasury actions.

Columbus Altorney Gilbert Bellman Toby Brown Hia Brower Hiw Wes Nefielariga K. Brown State Wisc

Straw Vote on Prohibition Starts in U S

A nationwide straw survey issued from New York asks voters to choose among options on Prohibition. The postcard asks whether to enforce the Eighteenth Amendment, modify the Volstead Act for light wines, or repeal the act.

U.S York Xaten Wein R Weds Migadte Athens Polis Psu York City Bes Marek Fis United Kvwn

Ohio women invited to vocational congress at Ohio University

Senior girls from Ohio Wieh Schools are invited to attend a vocational congress at Ohio University on April 11 with a $2 fee. The event, led by University of Home Economics head Philips, aims to explore home economics careers, cooking, nutrition, clothing, and related fields.

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Romance Sets Back at Church Door in Fiery Alimony Case

The ceremony ends in chaos as Ernest Westin faces a contempt of court wounding alimony dispute. At the church steps a process server delivers documents while photographers clash, and media crews witness the scene. Witnesses describe heated exchanges over alimony and prior marriages.

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