Debts of State Aid Districts in Jan. 1 Totals Revealed
A report from the State Department shows delinquent payments to teachers and bus drivers across counties. Totals include Albany, Athens Township, Rome, Troy, Trimble, Waterloo, and others with arrears varying from hundreds to thousands of dollars. Debts cover salaries and bus driver pay, with counties directed to meet obligations before state consideration of appropriations.
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State Department
Assembly
Albany
ee-Bern
Ath
Luhing Plain
Rome
Trimble Town- Troy
Waterloo
al- Ames-Bern
Buchtelle
Carbondale Hollow
Jackson- Lubrig
the Plains
Shade
Trimble Trimble Village
Ames-Bern Athens Township
Canaan
Wdale
Cart
Happy Hollows
Keonville
Luhrighe Plains
Rome Shade
Trimble
Trimble Village Troy
Waterroo
York
Ohio group to study beer law after Volstead act change
Governor George White announced a commission of 11 members to study and recommend Ohio legislation permitting beer manufacture distribution and sale if the Volstead Act is amended. Members include S. P. Bush C. A. Dyer Mark W. Selby Benedict Crowell John Malick Lawrence Norton J F Mellett Thomas Donnelly Theodore Lauber Mrs Nelson Rose and Mrs J F Morgan. If federal action is delayed the governor will call a special session to modify state prohibition laws.
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Columbus
Ohio
George White
Sandusky
Automobile Supply
Nelson Rose
Lancaster
J. F. Morgan
Heir to Tobacco Fortune Slain in East Amous Case
The heir to a vast tobacco fortune, son of Smith Rey, was killed in East Amous. An infant was born last night to Iman Reynolds on Broadway in January. Officials say the estate may be worth 15 to 20 million dollars with four other children involved. The death occurred hours before a hospital admission for the mother, Mrs Louise D A Jenney in Wilmington. Doctors attempted to avert tragedy during routine checks.
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Amous
Smith Rey
la Hospital
Iman Reynolds
Broadway
U.R
R. J
Yaolds
Wilmington
Del
Louise D. A. Jenney, Paton
Divorce Hearing in First Chamber Opens
Fragmentary OCR notes show a divorce case in session with a wife’s plea heard in the first chamber of the Mal court. Details on parties and grounds are unclear due to damaged text.
Second Sales Tax Bill Faces Akron Lawmakers
Senator Carl D. Sheppard of Akron introduces a second sales tax measure proposing a one percent tax on most sales and services with a 30 percent reduction in real estate assessed value. The plan contrasts with a two percent consumer tax from Representative Oakley Spaght and Gov. White backed bond-vote thresholds.
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Columbus
U.P
Carl D. Sheppard
Akron
Oakley Spaght
W. D. Emmons
White
Robinson Will Blocks Remarriage of Widow
The will of Thomas G. Robinson of Richland Avenue, who was killed by a car on December 28, was filed in Athens County Probate Court. It leaves all property to his widow but grants his son Perry C. Robinson right to acquire the estate upon appraisal if the widow dies or remarries, with Elna May Tippie and Annie J. Steele receiving one third each of the appraised value.
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Thomas G. Robinson
Richland Avenue
Athens County
Mr. Robinson
Annie J. Steele
Estate Promoters Named in Fraud Order
The Post Office Department issued a fraud order against seven men charged with promoting an extortionate scheme to restore to rightful heirs the estate of Sir Francis Drake. The list includes Amos Hartsock Laurens Iowa Henry C Kramer Adrian Minnesota A C Berry Mitchell South Dakota N E Landes Mallard Iowa J V Carlson Boone Iowa Henry T Osborn Hartley Iowa and Lester Ohmhart San Benito Texas.
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Washington
Post Office Department
Sir Francis Drake
United States
Amos Hartsock
Laurens
Henry ¢. Kramer
Adrian
Minn
A. C. Berry
Mitchell
S. D
N. E. Landes
Mallard
J. V. Carlson
Boone, Ia
Henry T. Osborn
Hartley, Ia
Lester Ohmhart
San Benito
Tex
Government flour distribution planned in New Marshfield
On January 12 from 6 to 8 PM government flour will be distributed at the Russell Building to residents of the New Marshfield and Mineral District. Local officials urge eligible residents to attend the Thursday night event.
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Government
Russell
New Marshfield and Mineral District
Changes To Be Made in State Banking Laws
Cleveland January 11 bank reform plans are prepared by the Ohio Bankers' Association legislative committee. They study revisions to 1919 recodification urged by Governor White and may seek to tighten loan limits and restrict loans to bank officers and staff.
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Cleveland
U.P
Ohio
To Bankers’ Association
White
Bankers’ Association
Two New Bills Favor Labor in Ohio House
In Columbus on January 11, Rep. W. T. Roberts introduces two labor backed bills. One mandates a prevailing wage clause in public works contracts. The other bars sale of prison made goods in Ohio after January 19 1954 to curb out of state shipments.
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Columbus
Organized Labor
W. T. Roberts
Belmont County
Roberts
Ohio
Hawes-Cooper
U.2
General Assembly
House
Senate
Movie Star Faces Deportation Over Citizenship Lies
Hollywood report says actor Duncan Renaldo faced deportation after a federal conviction for falsely claiming U S citizenship. He was sentenced to two years in prison and fined $2000 by Judge George Congrave for statements made while applying for a passport to film Trader Horn in Africa. Renaldo claimed birth in Camden New Jersey though authorities say he was born in Romania and arrived in the United States over ten years ago as a coal passer.
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Hollywood
Duncan Renaldo
Step
Fedure
George Congrave
Renaldo
Africa
Trader Horn
Eawina Booth
Camden
N. J
Romania
United States
Ohio Legislature Debates Banking Taxes and Driver Licensing
Ohio lawmakers consider banking strengthening measures as part of a broad slate. The House Finance Committee backs a $17 million temporary appropriation for six months of state operations. Proposals include compulsory jury trials, congressional redistricting, driver licensing, and school wage reform to save millions.
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House Finance Committee
Hugh Addison
Columbus
Mosier
Cleveland
Roberts
Youngstown
States Lose Out In Pork Cuts Amid Roosevelt Meetings
Democratic leaders from across the nation met with President-elect Roosevelt in New York for budget talks and patronage plans. A secret budget session discussed funding the party deficit of 800000 and creating a reserve fund, with reports that states contributing cash would receive jobs while those that did not might be left out of patronage.
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New York
U.2
Roosevelt
Grand Jury Report Delayed One Day in Athens County
Athens County prosecutor John W. Bolin announced a one day delay for the January term grand jury. Eight cases were added to the list, bringing the total to 55. all will be heard Thursday, as officials had expected completion today.
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Athens County
Grand Jury
John W. Bolin
Divorce and Custody Granted to Edna P Ator in Ohio Case
Edna P Ator was granted divorce and custody of a minor child from Wilson C Ator in Athens County Common Pleas Court by Judge O F Rowland. The divorce cites gross neglect as the grounds. Wilson C Ator is a former Athens policeman.
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Edna P. Ator
O. F. Rowland
Athens County Common Pleas Court
Wilson C. Ator
Athens
Two Men Fined in Slot Machine Display Case
Sant Howard of Millfield and Guy Burkett of New Marshfield were fined $50 plus costs each by Magistrate C. H. Porter after pleading guilty to displaying slot machines in their businesses. They were ordered to appear before the court by Constable Frank White on Monday. Fines paid.
Senate weighs 3.2 percent beer bill amid Supreme Court doubt
Senate judiciary subcommittee met on the 3.2 per cent beer bill amid doubts its House wording would survive court review. Chairman Blaine signaled possible redrafting to revoke Volstead Act penalties on beverages up to 3.2 per cent alcohol. Some members favored a language change to shield the measure if challenged. If not altered, the bill could reach the full committee and likely the Senate Monday.
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Washington
U.P
Senate Judiciary
Blaine
Subcommittee
House
Supreme Court
Senate
Famous Spy of German Army Dies Penniless
Berlin reports Elisabeth Seicher a clairvoyant used by the German General Staff in World War I died almost penniless. She entertained the imperial family in 1899 at Potsdam House and predicted the war’s year and month in front of Count Von Moltke. Seicher aided espionage, worked as a courier, and was linked to victories at the Marne.
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Berlin
U.P
Elisabeth Seicher
Frau Seidler
Potsdam House
Count von Moltcke
von Moltcke
Marne
Frau Seicher
Heavy Storm Strikes Southern California Coast
A heavy gale lashed Southern California early today, with Ontario reporting 80 mph winds unroofing houses and feared extensive damage. The storm extended toward the Mexican border while San Pedro logged a 50 mile gale and the Coast Guard warned for shipping safety as winds potentially intensified.
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Los Angeles
U.P
California
Ontario
Here
Naval
San Pedro
Coast Guard
Keystone Governor Calls for Senate Discipline
Governor Gifford Pinchot confronted the Pennsylvania State Senate in Harrisburg demanding punishment for Senator George L Reed of Dauphin County over a Monday night attack on the administration referencing Mrs. Cornelia Bryce Pinchot. He said he could not actually horsewhip a Senator despite the provocation.
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Harrisburg
Gifford Pinchot
State Senate
George L Reed
Dauphin County
Reed
Cornelia Bryce Pinchot
Schaber Hearing To Resume In Columbus Tomorrow
The Senate rules committee will reconvene in Columbus at 10 o clock Thursday to hear charges questioning Judge Charles F. Schaber's fitness for the Public Utilities Commission. Witnesses are expected to focus on his time as commissioner of securities under Governor Cox.
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Columbus
Charles F. Schaber
Bucyrua
White
Public Utilities Commission
John W. Bricker
Rules Committee
Senate
Schaber
Coz
Invasion Threat as 10000 Japanese Troops Mass
10000 Japanese troops with tanks armored trains planes artillery and cavalry mobilize for an invasion of Jehol Province aiming for Cheng-Le-Fu while fighting slows at the Great Wall pass. China protests Shanhaikwan occupation and Tokyo investigates a Methodist mission site. League delegates prepare for possible Japan withdrawal.
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Herbert RK. Ekins
United Press
Peiping
U.P
Jehol
Cheng-Le-Fu
Great Wall
Chiamenkou
Telegraph Administration
Cheng-Te-Fu
Shanhaikwan
Nanking
Tokio
Vehicles To Haul Flour For Red Cross In Athens County
Red Cross executive secretary Miss Pearl French reported a new flour distribution problem in Athens County as county trucks were unavailable. State trucks were authorized by Harold Brown to assist, potentially offering a regular solution, though township hauling may continue as needed. Flour previously moved to Sharpsburg Amesville Hebbardsville Carbondale Luhrig New Marshfield Coolville and other townships with Athens and Nelsonville receiving shipments.
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Athens County
Mies Pearl French
The
Red Cross
Harold Brown
State Highway Department
Marietta
Miss French
Northwesterns Ideal Couple Goes Into Hiding After Kidnap Threats
Northwestern Universitys Ruth Wenter and Paul Cummins wed in Wilmette with guards at the St Augustine Episcopal Church. After threats were received, the couple canceled their Florida honeymoon and remained hidden for safety, police said the motive may be ransom.
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Evanston
U.P
Northwestern University
Ruth Wenter
Paul
Cummins
St. Augustine Episcopal Church
Wilmette
St. Augustine
Fla
Prison Fugitive Surrenders to Warden in Denver
Glenn Smeeman known as Harry Stanley, a Honolulu Conservatory of Music manager, gave himself up to Colorado State Penitentiary Warden Roy Best with wife and business associate. He had escaped from a convict gang in March 1934 while serving time for automobile stealing. He was tracked after a woman revealed his location following a prior arrest.
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Cleveland
U.P
Glenn Smeeman
Harry Stanley
Honolulu
Smeeman
Colorado
Ambulance To Bear Bob Zwick to Court
Detectives from Cincinnati expected in Toledo to escort Robert Zwick wounded gunman to Cincinnati for trial on the murder of Marshal Peter Dumele. Zwick was captured after a gun duel with Jay McGuire and Toledo detectives. he had five wounds and his jaw shattered.
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Toledo
U.P
Cincinnati Police Department
Robert Zwick
Cincinnati
Peter Dumele
North College Hill
O Zwick
Jay McGuire
Mrs Kingsbury, Mother of Gov Donahey, Laid to Rest
Funeral services were held in New Philadelphia for Mrs. Margaret Harvey Kingsbury 74, mother of Mrs. Vic Donahey wife of former Ohio governor. She died Sunday at the Donahey home at Indian Lake Ohio.
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New
Philadelphia
U.P
Margaret Harvey Kingsbury
Vic Donahey
Ohio
Most Efficient Economic System of the United States
Charlies EB. Mitchell, chairman of National City Bank of New York, calls the U S economy the most efficient in the world in his annual report to 85,000 stockholders. He cites the nation’s production and distribution potential and predicts continued growth despite financial alarms. The bank oversees 101 foreign offices in 23 countries.
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New York
United States
Charlies EB. Mitchell
National City Bank of
Mitchell
America
Grand Hotel Voted Best Picture of 1932
New York critics name Grand Hotel as the best picture of the year. The list of top ten includes The Champ Arrowsmith Smilin Through The Guardsman Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde Emma Bill of Divorcement Back Street and Scarface.
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New York
Grand
the Champ
Arrowsmith
Singer Leads Med School Applicants in State Test
Louis G. Singer of Chicago topped a field of about 50 applicants with 87.2 percent on the state medical examination given here in December, the announcement showed.
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Columbus
Louis G. Singer
Chicago
Opponents attack Allotment Plan amid farm relief push
Democratic leaders battle to salvage farm relief amid a House fight over an allotment bill covering hogs wheat cotton and tobacco. Insurgents seek to drop hogs and add potatoes while opponents warn of burdens on consumers from a processing tax. Senate resumes debate on a $31 million deficiency bill with $625k for DC unemployment relief amid filibuster threats.
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Washington
U.P
Senate
Thomas
Oklahoma
Long
District of Columbia
Match King Ivar Kreuger Inquiry Opens in Senate
Senator Norbeck opened a Senate Banking inquiry into Ivar Kreuger and Kreuger and Tollhant dealings noting bad collateral substituted for good in the American investment. He said the probe would focus on collateral substitution as hearings resume after a longer pause.
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Norbeck
Kreuger
Washington
Senate Banking and Currency Committee
Senate
Ivar Kreuger
Investrong
Stock Exchange
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