Bankers Kidnapping Case Sparks Ransom Plot
The United Press reports Edward G. Bremer a 36 year old banker and brewer is the target of a kidnapping gang seeking $20000. Authorities including Justice officials pursue leads as two contacts and a possible third contact emerge while Bremer’s family awaits payment and the investigation tightens.
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Frank J. Blake
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Oklaity Milionaire
Hamm, Jr
In Financial and Brewing
Ohio Milk Act upheld in Butler County Court ruling
Judge Kay upheld the Ohio Milk Marketing Act in Butler County Court. Paul Baden, the county attorney, indicated charges against a town dairyman for selling out a license may proceed if vested rights in property are not violated. The decision frames protection of the general welfare over private rights and supports injunctions to enforce the act.
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Butler County
Stown
Ohio Supreme Court considers murder case in Athens County
The court heard arguments January 19 on the state of Ohio versus Fred Henes County regarding murder in the death of his father-in-law. The matter is under advisement after the common pleas court found manslaughter.
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E of
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Fred ‘Hens County
Supreme Court
Common Pleas Court
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Athens County
Seven Convicts Escape Prison By Sealing Wall
Seven prisoners escaped Kansas State Penitentiary by sealing a crude ladder to scale a 25 foot wall in a dawn breakout. Guards fired as the escapees, including Bob Brady and Jim Clark, crossed the top of the wall while 35 inmates stayed behind.
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U.P
Bob Brady
Jim Clark
Kansas State Penitentiary
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Brady
Kirk Prather
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Oklahoma
Fred Cody
Tommy McMahan
Clifton McArthur
Frank Delmar
Benjamin Young
Clyde Deer
Smith Hooted and Walker Cheered at Tammany Era Dinner
At the Tammany Hall Speakers' Bureau dinner in New York Alfred E. Smith faced boos as his regrets were read, while former Mayor James J. Walker drew spontaneous applause. The crowd sang poorly to The Sidewalks of New York, but rose for Will you love me in December as you did in May, Walker’s song.
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Alfred E. Smith
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Walker
Earthquake Appears Mild for Americans in India
Bombay dispatch notes that American tourists and residents in India seem to have escaped the worst effects of the recent severe quake though some individuals were near the quake center.
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India
Court Adjourns In Honor Of Deceased Attorney
Athens County Common Pleas Court adjourned until nine o'clock Saturday morning out of respect for D R. Cline, a local attorney who died Tuesday.
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D R. Cline
Sixty-Cent Dollar Proves Popular in Foreign Policy
Beverly Hills column notes the sixty-cent dollar is praised as a successful political tool. The writer jokes about France, Cuba, and Tammany Hall, mentioning Mr. Flynn’s rise and the fleeting nature of Tammany deaths, closing with a personal sign-off.
Dr Wynekoop Trial Delayed As Condition Worsens
The case of Dr Alice Lindsay Wynekoop charged with murdering her daughter in law Rheta was continued until Monday after judges and attorneys weighed her critical health. A physician will examine her to decide if trial can proceed.
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Montana Governor Survives Impeachment Bid
Helena Jan 19 Gov Frank Cooney remains Montana’s governor after a House vote defeated a motion to impeach. He faced charges of high crimes misdemeanors and malfeasance in office from several representatives.
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Strike Committee Reverses General Walkout Call
Cleveland January 19 The strike committee of the International Ladies Garment Workers today rescinded the vote for a general strike by workers in the city.
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International Ladies Garment Workers Today
GOP Forces Showdown on Vets Benefits in Congress
Washington January 19. The administration faces a public clash over veterans compensation as Republicans push to modify Roosevelt cuts. Senate Democratic Leader Robinson signals attention to possible veterans benefits legislation this session with several Democratic senators showing partial support. The President, warned by party leaders, may seek a compromise bill to avoid a polarizing bonus fight.
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Student Killed as Auto Strikes Parked Truck
Cincinnati January 19 Halden Bauer 24 Middletown was killed when his car hit the rear of a parked truck on Springfield Road. Companion Corby Wilson 21 was seriously hurt. Both were University of Cincinnati night students en route to classes. Truck driver John Sullivan Norwood said his lights had gone out and he stopped for lamps.
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U S Recognizes Mendieta Regime in Cuba
Havana Jan 19 Col Carson Mendieta consolidates his position as president amid predicted early U S recognition of the new Cuban government. Censorship on radio and communications is lifted, but the Cuba Electric Company remains under government control, the focal point of strike threats.
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Honeymoon Spoiled as Teen Groom Is Arrested in Elopement
Ira Mathena, 14, faces a three year term in the Chillicothe Federal Reformatory after eloping with Edna May Turner in Newport on a stolen automobile. Bluefield police traced Karl Lilly’s stolen car to Newport within an hour of the marriage.
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Donahey backed for U S Senate by Trumbull County Democrats
In Warren on January 19 the Trumbull County Democratic Club endorsed former Governor Vic Donahey for United States Senate.
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CWA Turmoil Forces Large Worker Layoffs Across States
The Civil Works Administration plans drastic demobilization starting Feb 15 potentially laying off 46,000 workers in the state as Congress faces a $350 million funding decision. Hopkins said payroll could continue to Feb 10. hours reduced to 48 in cities and 15 in towns, prompting protests by Mayors and Municipal groups over curtailed CWA activity. Reports show weekly pay fell from about 15 to 14.97 dollars while total weekly cost runs around 75 million.
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Mobilization Moves by Louisiana Guards Amid Long Machine Fight
A detachment of the Louisiana National Guard was mobilized today by order of Governor K. Allen as part of a bitter local election campaign. The move aims to forestall investigations into payroll padding in state offices amid factional battles linked to Huey P. Long's political machine.
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Louisiana National Guard
K. Allen
Huey P. Long
Democratic rally set in Lima for White Senate bid
Lima on January 19 reports preparations for a Democratic rally Saturday night where Governor George White will announce his candidacy for the United States Senate. Party leaders work to organize and mobilize supporters ahead of the event.
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Lima
George White
United States Senate
Fire Threatens Girls Save Gowns at Sorority House
Twenty one Alpha Gamma Delta members at 39 North College Street hurried to save gowns and valuables as smoke filled the house at 11:60 last night. A shovel handle near the furnace door burst into flame. house mother Mrs. C. M. Rowland and several students put out the fire before firefighters opened windows to clear the smoke.
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C. M. Rowland
Sale by Glass Ban Lifted for Wines in Ohio
Columbus January 19 The sale of wines and hard liquor by the glass becomes legal in Ohio today under new liquor control law. Permits have been issued to hotels restaurants and clubs in larger cities allowing glass sales. About the same number of permits are effective Saturday and more will be issued as bonds are approved. Permit fees reported reach 7 34 million with about 190 new permits daily.
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Columbus
Oho
Plea for Early Passage of Gold Bill Sparks Senate Action
Washington January 19 The AUP Administration pushes for quick passage of the Gold Bill as House leaders prepare to act. Senate Banking Chairman Fletcher says Treasury Secretary Morgenthau urged urgency to law by Tuesday. Reports say Treasury plans new financing next week amid expected Republican filibuster if rushed.
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Treasury
Mechanical Conference At Messenger Plant
Athens Messenger editors and journalism students attended a mechanical conference at the Messenger Plant held over two nights. Speakers included Gordon K Bush publisher Roy Dupier and G E Stephenson from The Athens Messenger. John Rood Roy Shirley of Lawhead Press also spoke. P O Nichols Messenger advertising manager discussed advertising.
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Speed trap court under fire in Copley hearings
Ohio lawmakers hear charges of biased justice of the peace practices in Copley where motorists faced fines and a court coffers bulged. Grace Currey, the justice, defends her methods as an inquiry continues with 20 motorists and witnesses detailing alleged abuses and humorous yet serious anecdotes.
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Grace Currey
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Miss Currey
Ohio CWA Cuts 46,000 Jobs as Hours, Purchases Slashed
Ohio CWA in turmoil after a telegram from Federal Civil Works Administrator Hopkins orders 46,000 job cuts by tomorrow. Existing hours are reduced to four per day or less, purchases halted until Congress provides more funds, and state clerical and supervisory staff face limited hours as relief budgets come under strain.
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Wagon Mine Problem Goes To Code Board
Washington reports the Bituminous Coal Code will be applied more effectively through committee reports to the National Bituminous Coal Industrial Board. Operators warn that price competition and wage cuts threaten code compliance and may invite real government control. Snow bird wagon mines and wage competition prompt actions by divisional labor boards.
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Bowman Hunt Resumes for Escaped Madman Neal Bowman
In Cincinnati on a cold day Captain Robert Frech of the Hamilton County Police and two deputy sheriffs joined Captain Lynn Black of the State Highway Patrol near the Ohio River at Maysville Kentucky. They renew the search for Neal Bowman who fled after taking machine guns shotguns pistols tear gas bombs steel vests and other weapons. The squad planned to move toward Maysville and Vanceburg Kentucky where Bowman is believed to be hiding.
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Hamilton County Police
Lynn Black
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Ohio River
Maysville
Neal Bowman
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Vanceburg
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Divorces Granted in Two Suits Here Today
Olive Dixon was granted a divorce from Arlie Dixon in Athens County Common Pleas Court for extreme cruelty and she was restored to her former name Olive Stephenson. Edna Cavanaugh received divorce and custody of minor children from Dewey Cavanaugh for gross neglect and cruelty. Oscar Porter filed for divorce from Rosa Porter alleging infidelity. married in 1917 with four children, custody requested.
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Arlie Dixon
Athens County Common Pleas Court
Olive Stephenson
Edna Cavanaugh
Dewey Cavanaugh
Oscar Porter
Rosa Porter
Insult Must Leave Greek Referee Rules Out Samuel Inauli
The Greek interior ministry orders Samuel Inauli exiled after referee Theodore Aggelopoulos rules he must leave. Inauli, once a Chicago capitalist, faced another setback in Athens as the case concludes with expulsion orders.
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U.P
Samuel Inauli
Chicago
Greece
Theodore Aggelopoulos
Ministry of the Interior
Melcy Defense Seeks New Trial in McCloy Manslaughter Case
Attorney for Theatore McCloy, convicted of manslaughter by a Athens County Common Pleas Court jury, filed a motion for a new trial. The filing argues the verdict lacked sufficient evidence, contradicted the law, the court erred in its charge, and new evidence not known at trial exists, with the verdict against the manifest weight of the evidence and other facial-record errors.
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Core
Athens County Common Trie
Oil Office Sets Feb 28 Gasoline Stock Level
Washington January 19 Oil Administrator Icke approves an order requiring gasoline stocks and inventories as of February 28 total 52 130 000 barrels an increase of about 30 000 barrels over the January 3 level.
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Icke Today
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