This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 25 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1931
Page
1
Nelsonville High School Band will lead the parade as the town prepares for the inauguration ceremony. Officials expect the event to draw crowds from nearby cities and discuss plans for the new administration.
Detroit reports optimistic industry leaders anticipate a return toward normal production in coming months as auto plants like Ford and Chevrolet rehire workers. Most plants have resumed operations or prepared to, with Ford set to bring back thousands and overall payroll rising since November.
Fragmented OCR reports a Vatican note on Catholic teachings about marriage issued this week. It states birth control and related practices are gravely sinful. The piece references Pope guidance and suggests broader moral warnings during wartime food shortages.
A Canton report about families cooking pets to stave off hunger circulated across eastern Ohio but officials including Canton Gas Company reps and state authorities say the stories are propaganda. They urge caution as coal mining tensions fuel rumors across several towns and counties.
Funeral services for George Marion Seventy Nine, Civil War veteran, who died Saturday in Pleasanton, will be held Monday afternoon at 3734 o'clock at the Pleasanton MLE Church. Rev A E McCullough of Columbus is expected to preach.
Will Rogers comments on religion belief humanitarian questions and politics, praising the Pope as a source of guidance. He suggests readers need not guess at meanings, noting the popularity of the era’s patriotic song and its share of public discourse.
More than 1,200 men were expected to return to work next week as Youngstown Steel plants prepare to add 1 200 positions. Republic Steel Corporation planned a major move, placing its Central Alley division’s blast furnace nine at Caton for melt operations, signaling a significant development for Youngstown industrial activity.
In ASULINGTON PA January 19 Senator James J Davis a Pennsylvania Republican leader and adviser Iren Chachi Ti denied criticism of campaign spending. Davis said about 1 200000 was spent by his allies in the primary suggesting strong support for their side in the race for the Senate chairmanship.
In Hamilton Ohio on January 10 a town show at Jack and Grange Gardens drew local interest. About 100 cars lined up for the event though delays and confusion led attendees to wait before being advised by Sheriff John Schumaker that they had been swirled and misinformed.
A prisoner at the Allegheny County Workhouse was crushed when earth slid from a pile and pinned him. Another inmate, Emhert, near release in six days, was injured but survived as workers and guards moved the area after the collapse.
Washington reports Judge Payne of the American Red Cross urged President Hoover to launch a public appeal for ten million dollars to meet relief demands. He indicated urgent needs, especially for war relief and aid to women and children, with funds to support food and welfare programs. The Senate later approved military aid and welfare cooperation with states.
Art Davis of Lansing Michigan won the Queennat Trophy at the Milani All-Armerican Air Mek three-day event. He set a speed record twice in the meet with 246.369 miles per hour, tying a wave and claiming top honors. Second place went to Y H Livingston of Aurora Illinois with Mona at 147.906 mph, third to W A Ong of Kansas City Missouri with Comins at 14% speed.
In Chardon Ohio Jan, the Petra family saw their supposedly wily fox enter their front door after being lured by their dog’s yelps. The animal settled by the living room fireplace before the Peters released it back into the woods.
Local meeting outlines renewal of public works programs and funding plans. Officials discuss labor, budget implications, and expected timelines for city projects. Community groups seek clarity on job opportunities and oversight measures.
Judge Hudson rules the commission misapplied the Power Acts in approving 400 water service for Triassnipsing Company. The decision sends the matter back to the PSC to reconsider the public benefit and obligations under the act.
Fragmentary text shows a proposed bill in Congress led by John L. Cue An to regulate migration and deportation. The measure promises protection and registration for aliens while targeting bootleggers and criminals.
Manitoba faces a delayed onset of winter as unusually warm weather persists. Forecasters warn conditions may shift but current readings remain mild with rivers and streets showing little snow. Local residents adjust routines while officials monitor forecasts for potential cold snaps.
Fragmented report notes a prison breakout linked to the Boggess pair. The text references wardens, guards and possible pursuit across multiple locations with names and places embedded in garbled OCR. Details are unclear but indicate a coordinated escape and subsequent recapture efforts.
The text is fragmented and unreadable, but references a company and employment figures. It mentions a plan to retire a manager and a factory or warehouse context with possible layoffs or job creation. Specific names, dates, or places are not clearly readable.
A scrambled 19th century styled summary details a dramatic report alleging a global compaigned atrocity. It mentions the American State Department and the League of Nations and calls for ending forms of involuntary servitude.
UPI reports the Weather Bureau’s forecast for the Ohio Valley and the upper Ohio Valley next week. A mix of rain and possible snow flurries is expected Monday and Friday with two more chances midweek. Temperatures are forecast to be well above normal early in the week then cooler by Tuesday, then warmer again by Friday night into Saturday.
In Washington on June 2 observers report opposition to a proposed increase in parcel post rates. Senator Melville and others press for delaying action, arguing higher costs burden shoppers and small shippers. Proponents insist the rise is needed to cover rising postal expenses. The issue remains tied to legislative committees and possible compromise timing.
In a Madrid statement McGroarty announced that King Alfonso XI of Spain and his queen will visit California this year. The plan was relayed to State Chamber of Commerce directors by John Stevan arty and McGroarty, author of the Mission Ring.
Fractured news index item reports a flat incident Friday in Metes County where Tatman-Dormgen occupants were exposed to hot coffee causing serious burns. The page notes union meeting turnout, local sports results, and various society notices amid a chaotic printed summary.
The Athens County Grand Jury indicted Jillies Nutter and others on charges including second degree murder in the death of Harvey Love. The case details a trial setting, with additional defendants faced for various related crimes. A separate report notes a non-stop flight to Tokyo with a future arrival in March.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.