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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Feb 26, 1934

Page

9

National Code For Retail Coal Is in Effect

The national code for Ohio retail coal dealers becomes operative today affecting firms with about 75,000 dollars in annual sales. A Columbus meeting of more than 2,000 industry workers is planned within 10 days to brief dealers on code operations, with date to follow Wayne P. Ellis. The code requires posting prices publicly and sets floor costs by nine regional areas, prohibits rebates and premiums, and bans post delivery adjustments.

Ohio Columbus Ohio Coal Conference Wayne P. Ellis Washington, D. C Cleveland Cincinnati

Right Dead in Plane Tragedy Continues From Page 1

A plane crash near pine trees ends a 49 hour search. The dead include Lloyd Anderson Cheyenne J Danielson Cheyenne Mary Carter Salt Lake City E I Walker Rock Springs J J Sterling Benton Harbor A B Bergland Boone Des Moines Marcellus Zimmaster Des Moines Bert McLaughlin Perry Iowa officials report the nose struck the wing and victims were killed instantly. first body removed at 8 10 pm with difficulty freeing others.

A. B. Bergland Boone Marcellus Zimmaster Des Moines Towa Bert McLaughlin Perry Iowa

Five Hundred Red Men to Rally in Athens District

Five hundred Red Men from southeastern Ohio and delegates from other districts attend the District 12 centennial celebration in Athens. The event features entertainment, degree work, a buffet supper, and an initiation by Sioux Tribe of Columbus. Guests include Great Council representatives and local officers.

Southeastern Ohio District 12 Athena Great Council of the United States Fred B. Leslie Toledo Bachem Olio Morris V. Clevenger Columbus Sagamore A. P. Hatch Athens Sioux Tribe of A. F P. Hatch William Smith Harry Hudson

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate in Athens County Ohio

Sheriff A Stratten will sell at public auction the Waterloo Town real estate described as part of section 5 in Athens County Ohio on March 24 1954 at 1 PM. The property near the road is appraised at 500 dollars with no sale below two thirds. Terms are cash on day of sale. Emmett E. Ohio attorney sees this notice.

Elsie Murphey Gale Athens Ohio Waterloo Ohio Burney Ted Ales Stratton Athens Ty Emmett Ee Y

Regulars of Congress Reorganize CampaignT: Hoover Wing Faces Challenge as Republicans Seek Unity in 1996 Election

Former President Hoover’s faction faces pressure as Republicans move to curb its influence in the 1996 congressional contest. A joint Senate and House campaign board signals a shift toward unified strategy, with prominent figures Johnson LaFollette and Cutting reportedly invited but unlikely to attend. The dinner underscores a major realignment within the party as it eyes the presidential nomination.

Washington Senate House Hiram W. Johnson Calif Bronson New Mexico Robert M. LaFollette Wisconsin Daniel O Hastings Delaware Hastings Republican High Command Coolidge Balters Johnson California LaFollette Cutting Mr. Roosevelt

Public sale of Athens County estate parcels announced

Probate Court of Athens County orders sale of real estate in Athens Ohio. Listed are the north half of In Lot 916 Wolfe's Addition at 21 Wolfe Street and a subdivision lot on House Street near Brown and Uliohm Streets. Appraisals set at 100 and 1000 dollars, minimum two thirds to be realized, cash at sale. Charles F Rowland executor.

Probate Court Athens County Publi Athens State Wolfe Athens Ohio Wolfe Street House Street Brown Street Uliom Street Charles F. Rowland Mary Mischoison Gecleaved

Bearish stock market eases after heavy selling

New York stocks slipped with a large volume of offers across sectors as labor troubles in Detroit pressured motor shares. Chrysler and General Motors fell, Woolworth dropped near two points, and rail stocks softened led by New York Central. Bond weakness appeared in speculative areas with cotton and wheat also down. The advertising impact of 8 8 8 Ton ic persisted with a 34 percent jump in 1934 year to date sales and a 1000 percent rise in newspaper spending.

New York U.P Detroit Chrysler General Motors Woolworth Steel Company U. 8 Steel Bethlehem New York Central J. 1 United Tonic

Dun & Bradstreet Index Update Readout

Dun & Bradstreet reports a daily weighted price index for 30 basic commodities. Current value 108.04, with prior days 108.65 and 108.16 and month 104.45. Year ago 8.63. High 100.16, 1934 low 101.06. Copyright 1994 by Dun & Bradstreet.

New York U.P Dun & Bradstreet United Press

Industrial and utility firms show mixed performance in sector recap

The report lists diverse percentages and names across industries from General Electric and Union utilities to rail and chemical companies. It highlights varying shares and indicators, with several entities like Warner Bros and Republic Iron and Steel appearing among mixed results.

Nesmtense Ree Mann Dept Tovesecscansasese UN. Corp Esseecene Carbon & Carbide Warner Bros Dettiremenen

Car Driver Is Fined Heavily in Court Here

Leonard O. Coates of Athens pleaded guilty to driving while intoxicated and was fined 100 dollars plus costs with a six month license suspension. He could not pay and was committed to Athens County Jail. Old Floodwood received a suspended five dollar fine and six months probation after pleading guilty to his first offense. Three cases were heard weekend by Magistrate Carl H. Porter including Charles Stanley cited for using another car’s license plates and Carbondale fined ten dollars for intoxication. Cleveland Davia of Kimberly was fined ten dollars for failing to buy a dog license.

Leonard O. Coates Athens Cr. Velliquette Pearl Miller Coates Melvin Guess Old Floodwood Karl Gardner Miller Guess Carl H. Porter C. Carpenter Racine Velliquette Charles Stanley Carbondale Frank White Porter Cleveland Davia Kimberly C. E. Bolin Porter Dicken Costa

Pomeroy Obituary and Mine Accident Report

Pomeroy Mrs. George Howell died after long illness at her daughter Mrs. Evelyn Turner’s Laurel Cliff home. Survived by husband four children including Evelyn Turner Lera Bennett Vernon Howell and Marion Howell. Funeral arrangements underway. Pomeroy Carl Gans suffered a broken collar bone at the Blue Diamond Coal Mine while lifting a low top. condition reported satisfactory.

Howell Pomeroy George Howell Evelyn Turner Carl Gans Blue Diamond

Butter-02 score 27-38 and 90 score 2026 ebcore

Local poultry scores and mixed results reported for 2026 events. Mentions young chickens, rocks, pigeons, and parrot-like entries with current receipts and nearby metrics. Specific figures are unclear, but reference to Baltimore area and Lee listed.

Baltimore Lee

Butter Market Firm Surges Amid New Receipts

Market reports show Butter Market firm with higher receipts and added extras. Analysts note price stability and growing demand, while suppliers indicate improved order flow and expanded product lines.

Butter and Poultry Market Receipts and Prices

Market report details current receipts for butter nearby tube, 82 score extras 2c, hens and fowls, various weights and grades. Includes chicken, turkey, and duck items with prices per pound, storage costs, and market standings for Buller Market with differing scores and grades.

Ohio West Virgin Kentucky

Butter-Pecking Stock and Butterfat Test Details

Brief note on butterfat testing showing 26 percent fat and Egge test results. Mentions cases included with a tame 1Be and seconds at 16 percent, plus nearby measurements for J lg.

Market Receipts and Prices for Livestock

Hog and cattle receipts show modest gains with strong bids on sows and high weight feeders. Calves and sheep volumes remain light with steady to higher quotes for good to choice lambs and fat ewes amid limited testing material.

Livestock Receipts Mixed as Markets Hold Steady

Hogs show varied receipts with top hog prices $5.35 on 150 to 210 pounds. cattle receipts 300 with steady to higher values for best steers and yearlings. calves steady with good vealers around 7.60. sheep 600 receipts steady with fat lambs near 10.25 and ewes up to 5.50. Liberty bonds and Treasuries listed with mixed quotations.

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