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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1923
Page
12
Clara Phillips sought temporary refuge after fleeing jail in Los Angeles following conviction for the hammer slaying of Mrs. Alberta Mead. A note written on the edge of a newspaper by an accomplice aided in her escape and is now in authorities hands.
The Bucyrus Hatchery installs a new patented hatcher by James W. Miller of a local company. The device is expected to produce about 325,000 day-old chicks weekly.
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In Meigs County a troubled scene unfolded as George Kraus Sr was brought to common pleas court for sentencing after embezzlement conviction. Judge Miller declined mercy and sentenced him to one to ten years in the Ohio penitentiary, citing lack of proof of wife’s sole secrecy.
Jesse Hazlett, convicted at Columbus of manslaughter in the December 1921 killing of Dr. Charles Gallagher of Racine, has been sentenced to 15 years in the penitentiary. Jacob Beckling, alleged accomplice, will soon be tried on the same charge.
George Kraus and his wife were jailed on September 30 with their son George Kraus Jr. aiding as a witness before he was later indicted. Kraus Jr., a Western Union telegraph operator in Columbus, posted bond of one thousand dollars and resumed work as the company carried his salary during confinement. Other local notes mention Lou Saunders returning from Mishawaka, Fisher Russell traveling, and several residents visiting or moving to new locations.
Edward Dunn eleven, son of Ed Dunn, fell under wheels while attempting to jump from a freight train at Sliding Hill. He lost one leg and may have to have the other foot removed. recovery is doubtful. Mrs. Coleman leaves for Columbus after visiting the Ebersbachs. Lizzie Bartels joins the Ebersbach children for the winter under Mrs. Coleman's care.
Beginning this evening with services at the Church of Christ Rev W H Bridwell in the pulpit six of Pomeroy s churches will be in a week of prayer. Tuesday evening Rev B N Morris will preach at Simpson M I church. Wednesday evening Rev G Nussman at Bethany Evangelice Friday evening Rev F O Weed at the First Baptist church.
Campr on released from jail after Dr. Miller diagnosed consumption. He was let go on own recognizance due to lack of a suitable ward for prisoners with tuberculosis. Also, Edward Dodson and Grace Woolittle received a marriage license in Pomeroy.
McArthur boys defeated Pomeroy High 26 to 17 on their floor with Emmett Morrison White Stobbins and Worley Gaskell Sprague among starters. McArthur girls beat Middleport High 10 to 4 at Middleport led by Tena Newton Lena Worley Lucile Gaskell Olive Morrison Anna Hartley. Other notes include election contest set for Jan 23 in McArthur, probate administrator named for Allen O Nelson estate, and local social notes.
Three trucks carried provisions and clothing from Eyesville to Brownsville Pennsylvania to aid striking miners in the Connellsville coke region. Donated by Guernsey county miners and residents.
In Medina on January 8 the full herd of 34 cows at FP W Peebles and Sons farm was found diseased with tuberculosis and slaughtered by state order. The 29 cattle at W F Pohzgehl farm were also afflicted and killed, along with six stray cows.
An advertisement touts S. S. S. as a natural blood cell builder that allegedly cures eczema and related skin ailments by increasing red blood cells. It cites testimonials from Mrs. Arthur N. Smith of Newark Ohio and claims the product strengthens flesh and complexion. The page notes S. S. S. is plant-based and sold in drug stores in two sizes.
The Ruhr basin is described as the center of world interest with Germanys richest coal fields. It lies along the northern edge of the Rhine land belt and flanks the Ruhr river flowing to the Rhine at Ruhrort. Essen, home to the Krupp works, sits on the western edge of the Ruhr district.
Mrs Bes ie Evans pleaded guilty to illegally possessing intoxicating liquors after police raid on an all night party in Oberlin Ohio. Mayor H F Smith imposed the $100 fine as officers confiscated liquor.
Beginning today January 7 1923 the traction company bus leaves the courthouse at 5 30 a m and hourly thereafter to 9 50 p m with direct connection to the north bound car from Second Street Athens on the hour or five minutes earlier than before Weekday cars depart Second Street on the hour or five minutes earlier except the first car at 5 10 a m The Hocking Sunday Creek Traction Co E B Young President
Asa Hughes was sent to the Ohio penitentiary for three years for murdering his brother in law William Smith during a booze party in 1921.
A well dressed unidentified man about 45 years old was shot and killed by several gunmen hiding in a doorway in Chicago’s West Side business district. A volley of shots was fired and the assailants disappeared.
Chief Justice Taft smiles as telegrams announce two grandsons born within 24 hours in Cincinnati. The first birth was to Charles P. Taft 2nd and his wife, followed hours later by another to Robert A. Taft and his wife.
A cautionary note urges careful footing before ascent. The guidance emphasizes securing stability, planning every move, and avoiding haste to prevent falls during climbs.
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