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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 20, 1932

Page

13

Great Drama in Cards and Notre Dame Sports Year

A sweep of dramatic sports highlights features the Cards conquering Notre Dame, a last-minute Southern California rally at Notre Dame, and Billy Burke edging George Von Elm after 144 holes. Also noted are Schmeling’s ascent, Canzoneri’s rise, and Navy’s regatta leadership.

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Denver baker held for $50,000 ransom

Benjamin P. Bower, manager of the Denver Baking Company, was kidnapped from his home and held for a $50,000 ransom. Five masked men entered the residence last night, forced Bower from his bed, and warned he would be killed if the sum was not paid by dawn. Mrs. Bower is reported frightened, and the attackers demanded funds from the bakery owners.

Denver Cole Benjamin P. Bower Denver Baking Company Hia Bower Ween Gaetebb

Alleged Sheep Stealers Found Not Guilty in County Court

Four men indicted by Athens County Grand Jury were acquitted by juries in Athens County Common Pleas Court. The eight women and four men deliberated, finding Arthur Went, Frank Tae, Badil Coe, and others not guilty of stealing a sheep valued at $5 from Charles Howard. Separate indictments for auto theft from Don Cerophell were also noted.

Athens County Common Pleas Court Arthur Went Frank Tae Badil Coe Charles Howard Gaylord Radelitte Sf Automoblie Don

Ohio U Caps First Court Basketball Title in 1931

The Ohio University basketball squad clinched the Buckeye Conference crown in a dramatic finish. After a midseason slump, star lineups and key injuries shaped a storied season. The team battled through tough tests, securing the championship with a decisive win over their rivals, marking a historic ledger in 1931 college hoops.

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Robbery Foiled as Bankers Fight Bandits in Fog

Confused report describes a bank robbery attempt at Somervills First National Bank. Cashier Frank Lt. Thomas fired on two unmasked bandits, wounding one through a broken window. The other fled as alarms sounded, with bullets striking the cashier’s vest. Police began a wide manhunt toward Amenville, seeking two armed suspects. Local shop workers offered details on the criminals’ appearance while deputies tracked leads.

First National Bank Plas Andan Amonvius Marietta Gmna Tani Albeicius Thomas Helena Abu Dodale Owen Enahter Bottssen Wale Frei Voneath Vaisand Tira Thowsthagen Brown Eashler Ming Gye Eyned

Hawaii special session aims to clean up Legislature

United Press reports a Hawaii territorial legislature special session focusing on reform. The session, described as a clean up effort, centers on political conduct and women’s rights, with several defendants linked to the death and ongoing investigations. Names include Mary Winn and Grace Kubbast among others, as bail and indictments shape the case amid broader political tension.

Dan Campbell United Press U.P Hawaii Kentucky Ary Winn Ph & Participatiog Fang

Congressional clash over war blame and wartime hunger

The Senate and House prepared votes on a war resolution denouncing Kentucky lawmakers for pressuring Hoover release of American defendants. Senator Jarrett leveled fierce charges against southern ignorance and loyalty while criticizing press coverage for inflaming the public mood about wartime events.

Hous Senate Harry JT. Mile Ker Hoover James K. Jarrett Atmel South United States Hawaii

Attack Naval Policy Sparks Emergency Debate

A terse, garbled report notes President Hoover facing questions from the House Affairs Committee about Navy budget cuts and their effect on navigation. Rear Admiral Upham testifies that naval economies of the past year harmed station operations, prompting concern over national defense strategy.

GTON Jaya Hoover Britten Republica Tillogds Upham Navy Bureau of ‘Navigation Omar

Tiny Mother Receives Healthy Newborn at Detroit Hospital

A fragment reports Mrs Mabel and her baby at Whitehings medical facility in Detroit. The brief notes the infant weighed normally and both mother and child appeared well.

Apa Detroit

Investigation Opens Chargea Watch Railroa Case

Investigation opened today by county prose cutor Emerich into a fraud scheme alleging theft of over 60000 from banks and a jewelry firm bankruptcy. The case names Watch and Jewelry Company and related parties amid indictments and a sweeping probe.

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