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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 13, 1928

Page

10

Bank Shootout Ends With Suspect Surrender

In a tense bank confrontation Benton is cornered by Harrison and Tony. Gunfire erupts injuring a hostage and driving the others to flee. Benton is confronted by Morrison and the reception committee as officials reveal his murder charge and a chance to surrender.

Benton Harrison Berton Pete Tony Tom Morrison Benton Mera

Bank Hero Receives Guthrie Praise and Reward Note

In Guthrie a banker named Harrison thanks Tony for a bank saving act that kept thieves away. Benton’s killer declines a reward and transfers funds to the city police fund. The marshal questions a suspect while a bag of evidence sits in the next room. Friday, January 13, 1928.

Mar‘i Guthrie Morrison Harrison Tony Benton City of Forbes

Radio Dial Notes From Across The Nation

The clipping lists radio stations and frequencies in major markets including WMAQ WGN WLIB Chicago and WLS with programs such as National Barn Dance and NBC network hours. It notes varied times and show names, hinting at a broad music and variety schedule across cities like Cleveland Nashville and New York.

Healthier Stronger Girl Helps Oregon Canning Trade

Julia Schmidt, a canning worker in Oregon, suffered years of weakness while sealing and packing. After trying Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound she reports improved health and strength, and she recommends it to friends as a remedy.

Oregon America Julia Schmidt Lydia E. Pinkham Miss.Schmidt Bonanta Willow St

Notable Showman Plans Return to Fame in Guthrie

Tony Harrison talks of secretly meeting Joe Craig to test friendship or enmity. He reflects on family, past near death, and a renewed show career with hopes of a Europe tour and financial success, buzzed by Buffalo Bill’s eventual partnership. Cherokee the horse signals readiness for travel.

Joe Craig Buffalo Bill Europe Guthrie Tony Harrison

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