Bryan presses drive to oust party officials
William J. Bryan expands his campaign tactic to appeal directly to voters aiming to unseat Democratic officials blocking treaty ratification. He accuses National Chairman Homer Cummings of siding with wets and says Cummings should retire. Observers expect new moves within days as Bryan seeks to avoid broad party split.
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Hugh Batllie
United Press
Washington
William J. Bryan
Wilson
Bryan
Willard Hotel
Homer
Cummings
National Committee
Edwards
New Jersey
NEW RAILWAY TROUBLE AHEAD FOR COSTS TIEUP
Washington January 24 Railroads face renewed wage pressure as the government fails to curb living costs Secretary Scott of the Railway Department and the American Federation of Labor say two million railroad workers will press for wage increases totaling one billion dollars The Brotherhoods plan conferences with Rail Director Hines who has asked to confer after his western trip keeping him away until February 1 Lee seeks a conference Tuesday.
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Washington
Scott
Railway Department
American Federation of Labor
Wilson
Brotherhoods
Hines
Brotherhood of Railway
Cleveland
Ines
Lee
Cold feet put Palmer out of sedition fight
Rep Rodenberg labeled Attorney General Palmer's stance on sedition as cold feet sending friction through the Graham bill hearings. Critics noted Palmer did not appear to support the legislation, while Chairman Campbell affirmed he sought to be heard despite opposition from Democrats.
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Palmer
Washington
Rodenberg
Public Rules Committee
Graham
Pau
North Carolina
Congress
Campbell
Nodenberg
Tia Juana track opens as border racing season begins
San Diego reports the hundred day meeting at Tia Juana in Mexico starts this afternoon as horsemen bettors and promoters flood the border. Thousands expect races with many famous horses in the newly painted stables while liquor shipments and passport rule changes shape the meet. After a Florida honeymoon, a couple plans to return to Sands Point and the Ritz Carlton.
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San Diego
Calif
Mexico
James W. Coffroth
Florida
Ritz Carleton
Fleischmann
Sands Point
Long Island
Milks Emulsion Aimed at Longstanding Bronchial Cough
A Columbus Ohio woman credits Milks Emulsion with ending a 36 year bronchial cough after trying hundreds of dollars in medicines. The ad hawks the product as a nutritious fortifier that rebuilds the system, improves digestion, boosts appetite, and relieves chronic stomach trouble, with a six bottle money back guarantee and nationwide druggist availability through Terre Haute Indiana manufacturer reps.
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Anna Rice
Wendall St
Columbus
Ohio
Milk
Terre Haute
Ind
Cline Pharmacy
Athens
L. J. Eberle
Nelsonville
Ice Weather Drollery From Athens Poet
The poem laments cold, slippery days and biting rain as residents yearn for summer warmth. It weaves humor about ice, coal rivalry, and the need for shelter and prayer, ending with a hint of departure from daily life. Signed by E. V. Wolfe of Athens Ohio dated January 23, 1920.
Ohio University Athletic Association Elects Officers
A lively meeting at the old college chapel elected G. F. White H. W. Courtright J. P. Wood Jr. and C. W. Roach as officers. The Mechanicsburg church is complete with $90 raised by Mechanicsburg ladies paid by Mrs. Thomas Cabeen.
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Old College Chapel
Ohio University Athletic Association
G. F. White
H. W. Courtright
J. P. Wood Jr
C. W. Roach
Mechanicsburg
Ladies of
Thomas Cabeen
Fleischmann Weds Laura Heminway in New York ceremony
Julius Fleischmann former Cincinnati mayor and yeast magnate married Laura Hylan Heminway at her home in New York. Rev Paul F Jubell officiated with only relatives present. The couple plans a Florida honeymoon aboard the manufacturer’s houseboat sailing toward Miami.
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New York
Julius Fleischmann
Cincinnati
Laura Hylan Heminway
Paul F. Jubell
Flatbush Avenue Lutheran Church
Brooklyn
Edward Leach
Wm. Fleischmann
R. H
Beebe Loyalist in Company F Sails Toward Manila
Peter Beebe of Beebe joins Company F, 41st U S V II, bound for Manila. The regiment was due to finish its voyage by January 15 and may have reached the Orient by now.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Beebe
Beebe
Manila
Orient
New Athens Labor Union Names Officers
The Athens labor group announces its new officers with John Cook serving as president Griffin Lewis as vice president and T W Kidwell as treasurer.
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The
Athens Labor Union
John Cook
Griffin Lewis
T. W. Kidwell
Trasurer
Senate passes bill to pay shipyard claimants after armistice
The Senate approved a measure authorizing the United States Shipping Board to compensate wooden ship builders for losses from cancellation of informal contracts following the armistice.
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Washington
Senate
United States Shipping Board
Chicago Flu Epidemic Shrinks Telephone Service
Chicago health officials report 2,193 new flu cases and 48 deaths yesterday with pneumonia at 841 cases and 53 deaths. One hundred in Chicago are ill as the city faces widespread illness and a strain on telephone operators with 1,600 off duty.
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Chicago
Ill
Health Department
John Dill Robertson
Pomeroy Bead News Highlights Then and Now
The Pomeroy briefs note the Kasper brothers sold their air dome amusement, bought by Sam Swartz for a second party. Receiver Harry Hartwell heads to Columbus, and local residents travel for medical and family reasons. A 104 year old passenger on a train en route to visit relatives is mentioned. An Ohio Valley Co operative meeting is slated at the courthouse January 27 at 7 PM to discuss organization and savings through cooperation.
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Billy West
Kasper Brothers
Pomeroy Airdome
Sam Swartz
Harry Hartwell
Columbus
L. G. Gribble
Edgar Morris
Gallipolis
Mrs. Morris
Louise Watson
Youngtown
W. P. Hope
Point Pleasant
Charleston
Thomas Ferguson
Middleport
James Lowery
Newton Barnes
Huntington
Frank Snyder
William Fisher
Akron
J. C. Fisher
McDaniel
Memorial for Meigs Soldiers Who Gave Their Lives
American Legion posts of Middleport and Pomeroy plan a memorial service on Washington's Birthday February 22 to honor Meigs county soldiers who died in the great war. French government certificates will be presented to the parents of fallen sons. A public program is being organized and the venue will be announced soon.
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American Legion
Middleport
Pomeroy
Washington
Meigs County
France
Wife Seeks Divorce After Alleged Assault by Husband
Junita Anderson files for divorce from Raymond Anderson claiming they wed September 2, 1919. She alleges he struck her with a fist and choked her on December 29, accused her of being unchaste, and told others the same. She asks for divorce and other equitable relief. Attorney A. D. Russell represents Mrs. Anderson.
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Junita Anderson
Raymond Anderson
A. Dpd
Russell
Anderson
Evangelist J A Bennett Opens Rutland Meetings
Dr J A Bennett renowned evangelist begins a series of services at Rutland Baptist Church on Sunday. The speaker is highly praised by press and public in cities where he has preached, with Toronto papers quoting strong endorsement.
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Rutland
J. A. Bennett
Rutland Baptist Church
Bennett
Passing of the Airdome Ends a Summer Sitout
The excerpt notes the closure or fading of an airdomed venue for outdoor summer evenings, signaling an end to a favored cooling shelter for residents. It reflects on changing leisure spaces and the impact of the structure on local social life.
Ellis Re-Elected to County School Board for Five Years
At a county education meeting W. T. Ellis won re-election to the county board for five years. The board includes M. B. Rathburn J. S. Frank J. R. Ogden Charles Perry and Ellis. Presidents recommended re-electing County Superintendent Crow.
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W. T. Ellis
M. B. Rathburn
J. S. Frank
J. R. Ogden
Charles Perry
Crow
Public Reception for Heath Church New Members
On Wednesday evening January 28 Heath church Middleport hosts a public reception for all new members who have joined this year. Old members are expected to attend to welcome them with cordial good will.
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Heath Church
Middleport
Ohio Valley Co operative Company Organized Meeting Planned
Public meeting set for Tuesday evening at 7 o'clock in the courthouse to complete the organization of the Ohio Valley Co operative Company. The movement aims to open a cooperative store in a central Pomeroy location with existing co ops in Syracuse Minersville and Middleport.
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Ohio Valley Co-operative Company
Syracuse
Minersville
Middleport
Pomeroy
Committed to Hospital for Epileptics in Probate Court
Harvey F. Cochran aged fifty years and married of Reedsville but recently living in Syracuse was committed to the Hospital for Epileptics at Gallipolis in Probate court Friday morning.
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Harvey F. Cochran
Reedsville
Syracuse
Gallipolis
Married at Bride’s Home in Shoemaker Family Tie
Homer Young and Evelyn Shoemaker wed at the bride’s parents home in a ceremony conducted by Rev. M J Betz. The couple unites in marriage Thursday and plans to reside locally.
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Homer Young
Evelyn Shoemaker
George Shoemaker
M. J. Betz
Mrs Edgar Morris Undergoes Successful Gallipolis Operation
Mrs Edgar Morris, taken to Gallipolis hospital several days ago, was operated on Friday morning. A message from Mr Morris, who was present, reports the operation was entirely successful and that Mrs Morris was progressing nicely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edgar Morris
Gallipolis
Mr. Morris
Morris
Funeral postponed due to weather and icy roads
Funeral services for Mrs. Albert Curtis were postponed from Friday afternoon to 10 oclock Sunday morning because of inclement weather and ice covered streets and roadways.
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Albert Curtis
Shakespeare social meet to be pleasant affair
Mrs. George McQuigg and other hosts announce a Shakespeare social at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Loff Jacobs on Lincoln Hill next Tuesday evening. The Cees club plans a full, enjoyable program as the second social in its calendar.
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Shakespeare
George McQuigg
Chas. Downie
Mary Lochary
Glenroy Ewing
H. C. Pownall
Oliver Hartley
Wright McCorba
Loff Jacobs
Lincoln Hill
Cees Club
Jury Finds Police Chief Assistant Redmond murdered
The coroner's jury in Dublin ruled that Assistant Police Commissioner Red mond was killed by unknown persons. They stated he died from a bullet that severed his spinal cord and expressed abhorrence for the dastardly crime and sympathy for his relatives.
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Dublin
Redmond
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Vicks Vaporu
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