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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1932
Page
17
An incomplete report from New London Conn describes a craft rammed on its port side in heavy fog. The forward superstructure was damaged and the crew suffered injuries, with the vessel narrowly escaping sinking amid challenging conditions.
A compact sale pitch outlines how a dime buys various electric conveniences. It cites costs like 11.38 cents for items and shows daily or weekly use cases, including an electric vacuum, washing machine, ironing, radio, refrigerator, and general home comfort, claiming more value per dollar than in years past.
Fragmented OCR reveals a 1930s era report noting a $30,000 ransom demand after a Denver baking company owner was abducted, plus parallel Athens County trials where eight women and four men faced verdicts of not guilty on sheep theft charges. The text also covers U S reconstruction bill conferees and a mayoral edict closing banks in a sister city, with bank closures threatening $75,000 daily losses.
United Press reports a special Territorial Legislature session focused on reform efforts in Hawaii. The push centers on tightening laws and improving governance amid broader calls for political and social change, with deputies debating measures and potential personnel changes.
Fragments describe a Rotary club meeting with two talks before noon. Names like John R. A. and associates appear, plus vague references to Western Latin arts, Dean John, and territorial discussions between Anglo Americans near Chesapeake and the Grande River.
In a volatile session, lawmakers prepared to vote on a resolution denouncing Hoover era naval policy. Senator Jarrett led attacks, labeling Southern Americans and mountain residents as ignorant, while criticizing the press for sensational reporting defending Honolulu’s reputation.
Fragmented OCR text mentions banks and withdrawals, county contacts, and alleged fraud inquiry. Details are unclear but indicate investigation activity with no immediate changes noted. Entities are unreadable. no clear person or organization names can be confirmed.
Bank cashier Frank L. Thomig shot at two armed bandits trying to rob the First National Bank in Amesville. A bullet struck a panel. both robbers fled toward Marietta without taking money. Deputies and officers pursued, descriptions given as two men about 20 to 25, one medium height with mustache and overcoat. Local guards tightened public safety as the hunt continued.
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