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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 04, 1928

Page

3

Fire destroys Nelsonville home in January blaze

A six room residence owned by Levi and Jeurte Ames Hawk was destroyed by fire on Tuesday in Nelsonville. Damages are estimated at 2500 with no insurance. Suspects Whitmore Buechter and Carl Deanville were arrested for unrelated thefts. The family, with four children, is staying with relatives.

Nelsonville tLawrence Whitmore Buechter Carl Deanville L. J Fitebors Levi Jeuerte Ames Hawk Buechtel Shannon Carbonly Hill Road Beanville Long Street Columbus Bolst Whitmore Thompson Carbon Hill

America Proposes General Treaty With All Powers

Washington Jan 4 The American note to France dated December 28 proposes a general treaty renouncing war as policy but not binding It favors compulsory arbitration and seeks similar treaties with Great Britain and Japan The plan avoids a complete outlawry of war and excludes disputes about internal affairs or Monroe doctrine from arbitration The note was circulated by the State Department and United Press reports outline the approach with draft terms and multinational acceptance expectations

Washington U.R France United Press United States Great Britain Japan State Department Arion

Suit against administrator over loan and work claims

Mitchell sues Roger J. as administrator of Walter Chase’s estate in Athens County Common Pleas. He claims six percent interest from September 24, 126 on a loan Singh alleges amounts due and unpaid. He also seeks $10.05 for work and labor performed for Walter Chase before his death, which the administrator refused to pay.

Roger J Walter, Chase Athens Mitchell Csiaie Walter Chase Hefwee

Funeral services held for Miss Wade in Columbus

Services were conducted in Columbus for Miss Mandle Wade a former matron at the state reformatory for Women at Maville and longtime proprietor of a photograph studio on West Street who died at 4 am at John White Cross hospital. The funeral was Thursday at 2 pm in West Park Church and burial followed at Green Lawn Cemetery. Miss Wade was born near Logan to the late Edward Wade and his wife.

Columbus Mandle J. Wade State Reformatory For Women Maville West Street Yohn White Cross Hospital Church West Park Green Lawn Miss Wade Logan Fler Edward Wade

Hearing in Kidnapping Case Continues for Fred Roush

The hearing for 28 year old Fred Roush of Rachie, arrested Monday in the kidnapping and assault of Mrs. artes Feyh and her son Charles on December 14, was continued to next Tuesday for a preliminary exam before Justice J. C. Glen. Roush faces kidnapping and assault charges.

Columbus Fred Roush Rachie Artes Feyh Charles Uiel Feranke Ist Justice of the Peace J. C. Glen Willy

Divorce sought after three years of separation

War vey Humphrey seeks a divorce from Maw Tun phrey in Athens County Common Pleas Court. The couple married October 2, 1824, in Athens. The petition states they have no children.

Big Bill Inspires Allied War Bond Rally

A garbled notice recalls Lieutenant R. F. Paget and British leadership in wartime cooperation. It mentions German subs sunk at sea and hints at Allied unity across Britain and America, urging collective effort and better mutual understanding.

R. FL Paget Britain Arican

Big Questions Are Not Yet Prepared For Floor Debate

A trimmed, garbled Capitol brief notes House committees delaying floor debate on major issues. It mentions farm relief flood control and tax reform, with hearings tested and committee action unlikely before January, while other topics like Boulder Dam and railroad consolidation may be opened for consideration later.

Gumsmitts Mate Dinanes Boulder Dam Mugele Shipas

Columbus Tax Return Estimate Prompts Review

In Columbus today officials estimated net returns from time taxes for 128 would loan, 008. The estimate noted the amount collected.

Columbus Stiy Officius

Suspended Gallevolis Incident Reported on Obie River

Jan 4, Navlen Hoon on the Obie river was reported here today for the Nest Hime this can owing to the heavy flow of Bees.

Gallevolis Navlen- Hoon Obie

Widow Celebrates Portrait of Richard Musseinn's Wife

A widow marks a portrait and memorial honoring her late husband Richard Musseinn. The event reflects local reverence for his service and enduring family tribute.

Richard Musseinn Fossins

Sailor Heroism After Ship Breaks on Reef Near Constanta

In a Baltic Sea tragedy a vessel with a 34 crew split on a reef near Constanta. Most crew perished, but one sailor showed heroism by guiding survivors to safety. others attempted to reach shore despite heavy seas.

Tondo le Thalion Atiker Cina Constanta Daily Mail Buel Lin

Miami Recovers From Devastating Hurricane Of Last Year

Miami shows a dramatic rebound a year after the worst tropical storm struck the Atlantic coast. Restoration includes Wis Cayne Boulevard, new paving, sewers, a 28 story county court house, and harbor improvements. The city plans Everglade flood control and port and rail expansions to spur future growth with a permanent population rise and the new University of Miami.

Florida Miami Atlantic Miacama Kutimi Beach Biscayne Bay Acenaus Mami Loth Street Tampa Everglades Hykes Miamis Oapaula

Price War Hits Lower Priced Cars In Whippet Ford Duel

New York January 4 The Whippet Coupe price drops under by as much as 40 dollars versus the Ford model. Willys Overland reports larger Chevrolets and five new models with price reductions from 2550 to 8287. Production for 1927 forecast to rise about 24 percent.

FORD New York the Net Chewcare Atadillac Motor Car Eomyeury

London House of Commons Thwarted List Reinstatement

A damaged report recalls a 19th century debate in the House of Commons over a blacklist list and its removal. The narrative mentions Charrington and a tied struggle with a stubborn index, alongside lineage and archival notes from London.

London Thenald Charrinston Han Macy Tre Charrington Mediay Lemperaince Ieees

Students Host Musical and Play Events At Ohio University

Joy Cutle instructor in voice at Ohio University presented vocal solos at a convocation in Swing Auditorium. A student volunteer conference in Detroit during Christmas vacation was announced by Dean Irma Voigt. Florence Allen will speak at Ewing Auditorium this evening inviting public attendance. The Youngest a three act comedy by Whin Tarr More, was praised by Hareht Vans as a top college production. Dean McCracken urged early filing for university bureau of appointments as teaching positions exceed openings. President Bryan announced delayed New Year greeting due to weather and attempted to improve auditorium conditions. Frederick Ashton accidentally killed his mother while demonstrating rifle mechanism.

Aleliah Muozach Protheras Miss Joy Cutle Ohio Universty Conversition Detroit YW. C. A Dean Irma Voigt Dent Votet Judin Florence Allen Ewing Euditorium Hareht Vans Whin Tarr Bureau of Appointments Ohio University T.C. McCracken College of Education Jims Dean McCracken University Bureau of Apapinumeis Bryan The Lunivarsity Auiiforium Eoeing Auditoriim

Columbus Committee Meets Over Nomination Endorsement

In Columbus on January 4, officials plan a gathering to endorse a former candidate for national nomination. The event involves prominent committees debating timing and potential support as party lines shape the upcoming renomination process.

Columbus Atlee Pormerone Ohio Far Henliel Amd Dornereng Nacional Conay

Storm Disaster Report From Confusing OCR Fragment

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a deadly storm with ships named SAMS and COLUMIBES, mentions like December 1 and Hindle Ganking Superintendent Uo Btn. appear but details are unclear and integrity is compromised. The text references naval actions between firerec and Nikolay and a dispatch hal Ne palohes, lacking coherent chronology or verifiable facts.

Eumier Firerec Nikolay

PARDONS MAN COLUMNES IN RIOT-ERA CASE

A local man was pardoned today after serving time in the penitentiary. Records show his release follows a court decision reducing a prior conviction tied to a Trinity area incident. He hails from an unnamed county and had been imprisoned since spring.

Columnes, Tando Yeernar Punihey Yrupolesky Thie Vhbund County Ord Trinity Smithir

Ohio Republicans Signal Support for Shenton Nomination

fragmented OCR notes indicate Willis and another Ohio figure said they would approve Shenton for a public national post in Ohio. unclear names and context but implies party approval prospects within the state delegation.

Shenton Dan URI Willis and i Ohio Fod Maunire Masehh Spublican National Mn Ohi

Subdivision Plans for New Orleans Battle Site Discussed

New Orleans reports progress invading the War of 1812 battlefield as Andrew Jackson repelled British forces. Meraux and Nunez, local realtors, announce transforming the site into high class residential subdivisions with 50 foot lots. A Jackson Terrace subdivision will honor the defender.

New Orleans March of Progress Andrew Jackson Meraux Nunez

Fire destroys Jefferson theatre in Hamilton. tenants displaced

Fire of undetermined origin gutted the Jefferson theatre and an adjacent apartment building in Hamilton early today. Tenants escaped with only a few possessions as the blaze forced them into the cold.

Hamilton Jefferson Theatre

Creomulsion Emulsified Creosote Cough Remedy

New treatment Creomulsion promises two fold action soothing inflamed membranes and inhibiting germ growth. It uses creosote to attack the source of persistent coughs colds bronchitis and other respiratory issues, claiming relief and system build up with money back guarantee if not relieved.

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