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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 06, 1928

Page

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Word Of Battle Near Nicaragua Marines Ready To Strike

In Nicaragua reports say U.S. Marines near Quilali await an assault by landing forces. Lieutenant Moses J. Gould says an attack could occur within 48 hours. A rebel general named Bandit Sando warns he will blow himself up rather than be captured.

Managua Nicaragua U.S Quilali Wedne Moses J. Gould Owas F Chipete Quilall Menico City Mexico Augusting Landing Nicaras Reneral Toon Teruchzalpa Vedra Zoppeda

Prisoner Siemand Captured After Escape at Oslo State Penitentiary

Canton reports Fed It Siemant, who fled Oslo State Penitentiary five weeks ago, was arrested today by Officer Steve Skot vane. Siemand, once hailed for heroism during a prisoners riot, is in custody in Columbus. Officials including Bert Alba Columbus and Milton Columbus hold leadership roles in the Ohio association of credit agencies.

Canton Jatt Siemant Oslo Columbus i Siemand Steve Skotvane Per Columbus Jain Bert Alba Cnalumbus Nhew Ohio Association of Increduntile Offix Robert Cy Gremsburg Steubenville Marl Jawart Milton Columbus Hy Simprer Lancaster Aurer Jesse d. Dadner

No One Killed After Explosions At Valley Mills

Explosions rocked two Hercules Power mills in Valley Falls New York today causing heavy damage. Initial reports indicate no fatalities though injuries may be possible and emergency crews respond to assess the scene.

Valley Falls N.Y Hercules Power

Jews Protest King of Kings Film Version

Nationwide protests by Jews over the crucifixion portrayal in The King of Kings may prompt a prologue by director DeMille to exonerate Jews and blame Caiaphas and Roman officials for the portrayal. The plan outlined aims to avoid a complete film revision while addressing concerns raised by critics and Jewish groups.

New York Maton Errl BL DeMille de Rorus Caiaphas

Submarine S-4 torpedo room life according to signal log

Life remained in the torpedo room of the wrecked submarine S-4 until 6 30 p m December 20 four days after it sank at 3 37 p m December 17. Secretary Wilheire released the signal log showing messages sent and received from the S 4. Nearby crew members heard random tapping from the torpedo room where men were fatally entombed.

Washington Wilehire

Canary Murder Case opens Messenger serials

The Messenger begins a new serial about Philo Vance in The Canary Murder Case. The tale features a strangling in progress and cites the famed detective solving a baffling crime, following The Benson Murder Case and preceding The Blazing Horizon.

Canary Messenger Philo Vance Benson Athens Messenger Margaret Odell Conan Doyle

Hickman acts for all the world like man who seeks insanity

William Edward Hickman, jailed for a druggist slaying, paced his cell and displayed agitated behavior as he pleaded insanity. Superior Judge Kirdy set a trial date for February, with jailer Frank Deward noting Hickman acted as if trying to prove himself insane or die in the attempt.

Hickman Kirdy T Drugeter Pebrimi Hicknmain Higeck Frank Deward Fox

Two Are To Serve Terms in Pen After Trials Here

Two defendants were sentenced in Athens County Common Pleas Court after trials. Robert Sprouse was found guilty of burglary and larceny and given a term of years in the state penitentiary. Jane Hoe faced charges for entering a residence and stealing tires, tobacco, candy, clothing, shoes, and dry goods valued at about 726 dollars. George Radcliffe was convicted of cutting with intent to harm, receiving an 18 month term in the penitentiary after a fight resulting in a stabbing. Kenneth Lagoulin and others involved were also jailed to begin their terms.

Athens Itous Robert Sprouse Jane Hoe Joseph Lowe Cannonville George Radcliffe Cutte Radcliffe Kenneth Lagoulin

Marines Headquarters Commander At Managua Amid Fighting

Marines headquarters at Managua Nicaragua led by Colonel Lews Mason Cullek United States Marine Corps active in center of fighting. Six Marines killed and twenty eight wounded in recent action.

Lews Mason Cullek Managua Nicaragua

Winters named assistant director of Education

John J. Clifton succeeds Walter L. Bliss as editor of Ohio Schools for the Ohio State Teachers Association. The new assistant director, previously acting at Kent State Normal, holds degrees from Ohio Wesleyan University and Ohio State University.

Ohie Eborn John J. Clifton Walter LB. Vliss Columbus Ohio Ohio State Teachers Kent State Normal Ohia Wesleyan Ohio State

Hoover’s Manager To Be Announced For 1924 Campaign

Kansas City report says William M. Hutte the Republican national chairman indicated President Coolidge was not ruled out as a third term candidate. He noted draft risks from opposition and that Hoover’s strength was growing across regions. A campaign manager would be named and New York headquarters opened soon.

Kansas City William M. Hutte Republican National Coolidge Gu Atatory Chamber of Commerce Breakfast Ideri Buller Herbert Hoove Fonver New York

Hospital surgery for Charles McKinie and health notes

Charles McKinie son of former Sheriff McKinley underwent appendectomy at Sheltering Arms hospital yesterday morning and is recovering well. Athens High sophomore Young McWintey has been absent from school for weeks due to health. Byron Lamborn, 72, of Nelsonville, suffered a morning attack and was taken to Sheltering Arms hospital for medical treatment. Russell W. Lamborn is his son. A senate investigation heard navy code expert A J Ruble discuss Hearst Mexican assets and alleged government rads.

Charles Buddy McKinie Art H. McKinley Sheltering Arms Hospital Young McWintey Athens High School Byron Lamborn Nelsonville Russell W. Lamborn Athens Trey RE Uri Washington Hearst A. J. Ruble U.S. Naval Code Senate Investigation Committee

Man Won’t Pay Ex-Wife Custody Fee and Faces Life in Jail

Sam Reid, a quiet former soldier, refuses to pay alimony and child support after his divorce. The court jailed him for contempt, while his ex-wife remarried, hardening his stance. The county grand jury investigated but Reid remained unconvinced of his ex-wife’s fitness.

NUA Service Willows Calif Samluel We Reid Eid 91St France Reid Polnthlamlk Freind Attie Sink Foresnin

Lindbergh Arrives in Managua Amid Warm Welcome

Lindbergh lands in Managua after a 225 mile flight from Tegucigalpa amid cheering crowds of about 46 000 to 59 000. The pilot soars to 1000 feet, clocks a 2 hour 84 minute leg, then speaks briefly at the presidential mansion before continuing to San Jose Costa Rica.

Managua Nicaragua Charles A. Lindbergh United States Lindbergh Presidential San Jose Costa Idea

Jealousy Motive Tied to Cleveland Girl’s Murder

Detectives say jealousy led Anthony Yontez to shoot 14 year old Alice Preskar in Cleveland last night. He told officers from a county jail cell he killed her because she smiled at other boys and that a gun jam prevented him from shooting himself. Authorities also hold five Columbus youths for juvenile authorities in New Boston, Shote County.

Cleveland Alice Preskar Anthony Yontez Fied Yontez Yontez Columbus New Boston Shote County Loday

Furnace man finds live garter snake on Cannaville Pike

On January 6 Harley Nice of Athens found a two foot live garter colored snake on the Cannaville pike at noon amid a week of bitter cold weather. The snake fought as it was directed toward the hills, according to Mr. Nice.

Athens Harley Nice Athens Furnace Canaanville Pike

Comma May Help Find Person Who Forged Documents

Senate Mexican documents inquiry cites Miguel Avila Hearst agent as possible forger of Mexican documents. Commander Carlos V. Cusachs testifies Avila used a comma after the Spanish pronoun ud similar to misuse in Hearst papers. Spanish scholar notes similar grammatical errors by Avila.

Washington Miguel Avila Senate Mexican Committee Avila Hearst Senate Carlos V. Cusachs Cusachs Seid Avila

Vinton Fire Destroys Gallipolis Business District

A large fire in Vinton within Gallia County early today destroyed much of the village business area. Estimated losses reach 75000 dollars, with Butler's undertaking McCarley's hardware store Baptist church Odd Fellows' building and Lincoln Stevens' residence among the buildings burned. Gallipolis and Jackson fire departments lacking water prevented fighting the flames.

Gallipolis Vinton Gallia Butler McCarley Baptist Church Odd Fellows Lincoln Stevens Jackson

Columbus Becomes Gateway As C and C Line Extends

Columbus and near North Columbus will gain as the new C and C railroad extension opens a 63 mile stretch linking the Hocking Valley to the Great Lakes region. Freight and coal destined for the Southeast and coast will move via Columbus, reducing barriers to better markets.

Columbus Great Lake Region Waverly Parsons Avenue Hocking Valley Co- Great Lakes Northlumbus Hocking Valley Railroad A. Whipple Lnrough Golumpus

Rosemary mine to resume co operative operation in Ohio

The Rosemary coal mine in the Eastern Ohio field begins cleanup for a return to co operative operation. About 400 workers will be employed as the largest Ohio mine to resume this plan. The system splits net receipts 60 percent to operators and 40 percent to supplying companies while unions oppose and picket Lydia at Bannock foundry. Flushing will use the same method.

Lydia Bannock Flushing U.P Rosemary Rosemary Coal Company Ohio Bannock Foundry Belmont County

Last Day of Life Dawns for Youth in Prison of Ohio

A stark report notes the final hours of a troubled youth in Ohio custody as authorities weigh dire outcomes. The piece centers on the entity of youth confinement and the broader implications for juvenile justice amid a distressing endgame scenario.

Ohio

Seek Chemists Columbus Jan 6

L 17 year old Lloyd Hewitt who killed Mrs. Fred Brown and son in Conneaut last year faces execution after sundown this evening. Warden Thomas said the boy would be strapped to the chair around 7 p.m. following a fried chicken dinner. The state board of clemency refused to extend executive clemency and Governor Donahey would honor the board’s recommendation.

Columbus L jWloyd Hewitt Lemal Conneaut Fred Brown Fred Jr DN i. Thomas Hewitt State Board of Clemency Donahey Painesville Hammer Escapy l Brant Columbia

Measles Outbreak Reported in Chauncey Area

More than 100 measles cases are reported in Chauncey and surrounding areas. At the primary building with 125 students, about 50 cases are listed, many children missing school. First grade has eight attending while 30 are out with measles. teachers Hannah Clutterd a, Nuth Bridgymwater, and Sua Goldsworthy each report 18 pupils ill.

Chauncey Chauncey and Teri Hannah Clutter Nuth Bridgymwater Sua Goldsworthy

Officials From International Airplane Corp Confer in Cincinnati

Officials from the International Airplane Corporation led by Speer and Hillyard arrived by monoplane after a coast-to inland trip to confer with local company officials. They reported the Long Beach factory equipment is being moved to the local plant, with production expected to start by February 15.

Cincinnate R—~H AL Speer C. Hillyard Wach California International Airplane Corporation Loth Longs Beach

Recovery orders in Athens County suits for two business debts

In Athens County Common Pleas court the George J. Roberts Co. is awarded $156.40 plus 6 percent interest against Charles W. Evans for a business transaction. The Articraft Sign Co. is granted $270.84 plus 7 percent interest from Thomas Brook as recovery in a separate action.

George J. Roberts Company Charles W. Evans Athens County Common Pleas Court Articraft Sign Company Thomas Brook

Weather Held Back 8 4 Torpedo Room Rescue Effort

Charlestown Navy Yard report shows continued bad weather prevented diving to save six men trapped in the torpedo room after the 8 4 sank. Retired salvage expert Lt Cmdr Edward Eulsberg testified that if divers had access, survivors could have been fed and supplied for weeks. up to thirty others may have been unconscious in the afterhold.

Charlestown Navy Yard Boston Naval Court of Inquiry Taieutenant Paulding

Remus Petition Denied as Judge Rules for Lima Asylum

Common Pleas Judge Charles Bell denied George Remus habeas corpus relief. He orders Remus committed to Lima state hospital for the criminally insane, ruling probate court may send acquitted defendants to an asylum. Remus fought the commitment on grounds of improper certification and insanity findings.

Cincinnate Common Pleas Charles Bell George Remus Lima State Hospital Remus Imab Gene Lima William H. Luedera Bally Remus Judea Bell Aaid William “Hy Saunders Stemus Elston Bell Lenders Kidston iRemus David I. Wolf~stein Charles E. Klely A. E. Baker Piston Ohio Jurgen Balt Sueders Hig Tvirta Imogene Probate Couré Common Pleas Court

Aged railroad builder Marvin Hughitt dies at 90

Chicago Jan. 6 A R Marvin Hughitt aged 90 a veteran of the old railroad era died at his Lake Forest home He was still in the harness obeying the whistle of industry and work until death

Chicago A.r.marvin Hughitt Lake Forest

Navy booklet shows a changed fleet and future plans

The article describes a new Navy booklet with pictures of battleships cruisers destroyers submarines aircraft and auxiliaries. It notes the navy has changed since World War I with talks of more cruisers joint navies scrapping battleships and navy bills before Congress as Frederic J. Haskin announces the publication in Washington.

Congress

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Sandino Torpedo Dar Archive Sertal Markham Ivy Thoms Los Angeles Cal Jan William Edward Hickman Heads Marines Hoover Charles McKinsey Samuel W. Reid Lindy Jim Vinton Cincinnati Bucyrus Arthur H. McCrory Schuler C. A. Whipple Athens Bay Engineering Society Eastern Ohio Floyd Hewitt Freity Remus Wn’ Court Today United States Navy Frederic J. Haskin Eet Washington
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