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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 19, 1931

Page

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Coolidge Will Sponsor Drive Of Red Cross

Senate moves to fund a 25.006 million relief bill as Hoover backs a 10 million Red Cross drive. White House names a 57 member committee led by Coolidge with Payne as chairman to urge aid for drought areas in 21 states and urban relief for cities.

Coolidge Drive of Red Cross Nate White House Red Cross John Barton Payne Alfred E. Smith John W. Davis John J. Pershing Abel Davis Owen D. Young Kellgge Willam Shutterworth U. S. Chamber of Commerce William Green American Federation of Labor Samuel Ineuli Cardinal Hayes Stephen S. Wise Walter S. Gifford George Eastman S. Parkes Cadman

Royal Travel Delayed by Weather and Rail Accident

Britain’s Prince of Wales and Prince George delayed departure from Santander Spain on January 19 as bad weather and a railway accident slowed their journey to Central and South America according to dispatches.

Santander Spain Britain Prince of Wales Prince George Central and South America

Five Prisoners Escape Cincinnati Jail Houdini Alias

Five inmates escaped from the Hamilton County Jail in Cincinnati today. One fugitive is Sam Loyfeit also known as Charles Humpy ks, a self-styled Houdini. Authorities said the men were at large several hours after the breakout.

Cincinnati U.P Sam Loyfeit Charles “Humpy Houdini Hamilton County Earm

Milk churned to butter causes soldier death tale

Pomeroy report recalls W. P. Barnitz 82 recounting a Western Plains episode. A cavalryman drank milk at a ranch and soon died after it allegedly curdled in the stomach, autopsy showing chemical change from agitation in a churn.

Pomeroy W. P. Barnitz Letart Falls Western Plains Sitting Bull Rain-in-the-Face Geronomo Barnitz Great Plains

Pastor Advocates Christian Communism in U S Homes

Columbus January 19 Dr Ralph Cushman of Rochester urged Ohio pastors to embrace Christian Communism as a remedy to clash between Communism and Capitalism. He warned Russia leads current Communist experiments, capitalism rests on private ownership and profits, and warned only Christian Communism can avert a world conflict by applying love to property and income.

Columbus U.R Ralph 8. Cushman Rochester N. Y Russia Dr. Cushman United States Cushman

Tucson The Gem City of Arizona Described in Travel Note

A columnist extols Tucson as The Gem of Arizona two hours south of Phoenix. The piece paints lettuce fields near Salt River Valley with Mexican labor and Japanese farming expertise, praises local growth, and urges readers to buy high desert real estate while sharing anecdotes about Chamber of Commerce leaders. Continued on Page 4.

Tucson Arizona Phoenix Southern Pacific Salt River Valley Kansas United States Long Beach California van de Vries Chamber of Commerce Congress Street New York

Daisy De Voe Promises Hotter Clara Bow Revelations

In Los Angeles on January 19, police prepared extra guards for Daisy De Voe's grand theft trial after she vowed to reveal the hottest episodes of the private life of former employer Clara Bow.

Los Angeles Daisy de Voe Clara Bow Miss de Voe

Coast-to-coast air express announced by T W A Transport

PLAN ATR EXPRESS NEW YORK January 19 transmission from U R reports a 36 hour coast to coast air express service announced by Transcontinental and Western Air Transport Inc. The plan aims to speed cross country air freight and passenger movement with rapid routing between major hubs.

ATR Express New York U.R Transcontinental & Western Air Transport, Inc

Rose Huebsch Aided Capture Of Chicago Gangster

Miss Rose Huebsch, federal stenographer in Chicago, helped trap Leo Brothers, accused murderer of Chicago Tribune reporter Jake Lingle. Her apartment across from Brothers’ allowed a phone call that lured him to officers for arrest.

Ohio Anti Saloon League Leader Speaks at Athens

James A. White of Columbus, former superintendent of the Ohio Anti-Saloon League, urged enforcement of prohibition in a Sunday address at First Methodist Church Athens. He argued liquor laws reflect constitutional enforcement, warned of organized wealth and political power opposing dry laws, and noted Ohio shifted leadership from Cincinnati to Cleveland.

Anti-Saloon League Methodist Church James A. White Columbus Ohio Anti-Saloon League First Methodist Church Athens White United States Mr. White Ohio United States Supreme Court Cincinnati Cleveland

Hoover to Receive Wickersham Report Today

Washington January 19 The Wickersham Law Enforcement Commission is set to submit its prohibition report to President Hoover within 24 hours, with the main text not proposing changes in law but offering enforcement improvement suggestions. The president will release the document publicly and forward it to the Senate.

Washington U.P Wickersham Law Enforcement Commission Hoover Senate

Chicago crime drive gains momentum as raid on Rex Hotel links public enemy No 3

Police and underworld circles agree the crime drive is moving forward after authorities study records seized in a Rex Hotel raid. Dennis Cooney, listed as No 3 on the Crime Commission’s public enemies, trails only Al Capone and Ralph Capone.

Chicago Dennis Cooney Rex Hotel Cooney The Crime Commission Scarface al Capone Ralph

Private Kirken dall Dies From Nicaragua Clash Wounds

The Navy Department reported Private David M Kirken dall of Chicago died from wounds received in a clash between marines and rebels in Nicaragua on January 3. He died Sunday, January 19, as announced from Washington today.

Nicaragua Washington Navy Department David M. Kirkendall Chicago

Will Rogers on Red Cross drive and political maneuvering

Will Rogers argues for continuing the Red Cross fundraising at ten million with government matching, noting Republicans may object to a direct dole. He says the issue is nationwide and urges raising the required funds, citing Hoover investigator Lucey who reports tremendous need, especially in Arkansas.

New York Red Cross Washington Lucey Hoover Arkansas

Santa Denial Is Expensive

Paris reports a settlement over belief in Pere Noel. Jean Dauprey sued a teacher for 10 000 francs after his seven year old son was reprimanded for believing in Santa. The case ended out of court for 500 francs, with 600 francs paid to a poor family.

Paris U.P Santa Claus Kris Kringle Jean Dauprey Pere Noel M. Dauprey

Mexico considers only large territorial buys if any deals occur

Mexico rejects selling Tower California or Sonora to the United States. It may buy Arizona California New Mexico Texas and the city of New Orleans if international real estate deals are discussed. Deputies led by Gen Rafael Melgar plan to present a resolution to a standing committee during recesses.

Mexico City U.P Mexico California Sonora United States Arizona New Mexico Texas New Orleans Rafael Melgar Oaxaca

Ohio Tragedies Take Eight Lives Across Ohio

A weekend of accidents and suicides in Ohio claimed eight lives and left others injured. Cincinnati men Arthur Fe Bott and Marlin Wilson died in traffic crashes. a slew of incidents across Portsmouth Norwalk Akron and Newark involved burns falls and a lamp explosion plus a man run over by a train.

Columbus Oho Arthur Fe, Bott Marlin Wilson Cincinnati Portsmouth Mary Alice Howell Edward Russell Charles Fox Norwalk Fatela Hutchins Traverse City Mich Toledo

Thug Returns To Fire Again

Edward Nolan identified as the bandit who shot a hold up victim then returned to shoot him a second time in Chicago. He stole a car, exchanged shots with Patrolman Sullivan and was wounded in the arm and near the heart. Nolan fled, the victim William J. Van Schaik was shot in the arm and neck with a severe head wound feared fatal.

Chicago U.P Edward Nolan Nolan Michael Sullivan Sullivan Walter Lyons William J. van Schaik van Schaik

Jealousy Foe Shot 87 Year Old Roy Murphy on West End Street

Cincinnati police report Roy Murphy an 87 year old laborer was killed when Ordon Houpe 49 disarmed him and shot him with his own revolver on a West End street Sunday afternoon He was held for investigation with Mrs Carrie Smith 32 involved in the case Also in custody for inquiry.

Cincinnati U.P Roy Murphy West End Murphy Ordon Houpe Houpe Carrie Smith

Kentuckians Receive Red Cross Drought Relief Aid

Red Cross chapters in 34 Kentucky counties are distributing food and relief to drought sufferers. Miss Pearl French, Athens County Red Cross secretary, says hundreds of Kentucky families lack rations beyond Red Cross aid. Donations to the drought relief fund of 10 million dollars may be left at local banks or the Athens Red Cross office.

Red Cross Kentucky Miss Pearl French Athens County Red Cross Miss French Hoovyer Athens County Athens Red Cross Security Bank

Citizens Are Armed in Maryville Rumor-Fueled Tension

In Maryville Missouri on January 19, residents, warned by rumors that Black residents planned retaliation for the lynching death of Raymond Gunn, carried arms and prompted Sheriff Harve England to station a heavy courthouse guard. The weekend security held despite the fear of unrest.

Maryville Raymond Gunn Velma Colter Harve England

English Artist Created Portrait of President Hoover

Douglas Chandor, an English painter, has been commissioned to paint a portrait of President Hoover at the White House. S. de Costa, of France, has just completed a Hoover portrait for the Union League Club of Philadelphia amid protests by American artists against foreign painters of high government figures.

Douglas Chandor Hoover White House S’. de Costa France Union League Club Philadelphia

Lindbergh Receives Legion of Honor Cross in Ceremony

Charles A. Lindbergh was awarded the Commander’s Cross of the Legion of Honor by French Ambassador Paul Claudel at the French embassy in Washington. The event drew high officials, with Mrs. Lindbergh and her father Senator Dwight W. Morrow in attendance. Lindbergh wore a plain blue sack suit as the formalities contrasted with the simple setting.

Washington U.P Charles A. Tindbergh Paul Claudel Lindbergh Claudel Filer

Trains Collide Near Buenos Aires Injuring Thirty

In Buenos Aires a collision between two holiday trains from Tigre to the city injured thirty people, with two taken to hospital. The first train halted at Martinez after a signal, and the second train struck from the rear.

Buenos Aires Tigre Buenos Airres Martinez

Red Cross Delivers Stock Feed to Lonoke Farmers

Red Cross distribution of stock feed begins in Lonoke county today. C. A. Wall, county chairman, announced orders last night for Lonoke and England to supply feed to thousands of mules and milk cows starving in the area.

Lonoke, Ark U.P Red Cross C. A. Wall Lonoke Red Cross Committee England Ark

Fly to Manila delayed by weather and plan shift

G W Brophy former Phoenix flying instructor will depart from Shanghai for Manila tomorrow or Wednesday instead of today after announcing the change. He did not specify new times but said the flight would proceed soon.

Manila Shanghai G. W. Brophy Phoenix, Ariz

State Liquor Law Is Issue In Assembly

Columbus January 19 The legislature reconvenes facing a wet dry fight over anti prohibition measures in the House while the Senate prepares to pass an Emergency Appropriation bill and consider Governor White’s appointment of Edmundson as state director of industrial relations The high profile appointment faces labor opposition though officials expect Senate confirmation The governor will send his second message detailing departmental recommendations and welfare plans and meet leaders on emergency relief for drought hard hit counties

Washington U.P Senate House Hoover Interior Department Columbus Thomas A. Fiimondson Urbana Nume Berthi Organized Labor White Edemondson State Federation of Labor Edmondson State Welfare Department Pea Porta Nippert Louis Nippert Cincinnati Ackerman Ackereman Temeperance Committee John N. Clifton

Vast Tracts Are Problem in Hoover Plan

Washington dispatch reports a 22 member Hoover commission plans a policy for 190 million acres of government lands across 11 western states. The plan envisions turning land to states under conditions while keeping oil and water resources under federal control.

Washington U.P Hoover Congress

Death Is Mystery Surrounds Death Of Harry Burns

In Riverton New Jersey January 19 police probe the strangling death of 23 year old former high school athlete Harry Burns found on the floor of his garage beaten chloroformed with the car engine running causing carbon monoxide fumes. Robbery may be the motive though money and jewelry were taken to imply a false motive.

Riverton N. J U.P Harry Burns

State High School Speech Contest Winners Named

Delaware report notes Ohio Wesleyan University hosted the Annual State High School Speech Contests awards including expenses paid vacations, scholarships, cups and medals for winners announced today by the Department of Speech.

Delaware Wannon Department of Ohio Wesleyan University

Also Mentioned on This Page

al Smith American Red Cross John H. van Deventer America Iron and Steel Iing United Business Publishers Bureau of Economies University of Illinois Hospital Theodore Roberts Roberts Lake Geneva Wis Lillian McCate U. S Arthur Brisbane Lee King Features, Inc Lingle Ohio Vets Mra. A. A. Copeland Athens W. Co. T. U Wickersham Dry Commission Will Rogers Lower U. S. Territory Sec Lamont Misa Gertrude Lamont Secretary of Commerce Robert P. Lamont Charles I. Saltzman Mra Charles Saltzman Akron Ruth Carpenter Thomas Cothin Bothles George A. Brade Newark Thug Marysville Lindy Arkansas Red Cross
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