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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1931
Page
1
The June heat wave extended into July pushing scorching temperatures across the East. Government weather observers refused to say when cooler air might arrive, warning the hot spell could last several more days and may end tonight or tomorrow.
Heat stunned the nation from Ath eny to the East with highs near 100 degrees and even stronger readings on exposed thermometers. Weather officials warned the heat would ease by Friday with possible thunder showers and cool air spreading from the West toward the East.
Secretary of Treasury Low announced charges alleging pulpwood from Soviet Russia imported via New York was produced by free men. The case involves the National Paper Company American Federation of Labor National Lumber Manufacturers Association and others amid convicts claimed to have produced the wood used in cargo.
Washington July 1 U P Prohibition enforcement added 350 agents to federal forces for a big test of policy by Amos Woodcock prohibition director He expects a total 2500 agents for the new year after Congress provided 500 new agents earlier Some agents faced suspensions for questionable tactics while Woodcock emphasizes education and lawful conduct.
The Madrid vote shows Catalonia and Basque areas aligning with Republican forces amid violent clashes and accusations of vote buying by clergy. Across Spain the mood signals a fragile shift toward republican government and regional tensions persist as results come in.
Detroit police arrested 30 year old William Cram on a bigamy charge after hospital and welfare records revealed two wives and six dependents. Cram admitted marriages to Laura Ayotte of Flint in 1948 and Marie Kochin of Toledo in 1929, while claiming to live with his sister due to unemployment.
Carl Bernhart of Columbus paid in Magistrate H Porter's court for a automobile accident on June 6 that forced a Chauncey man off Route 31. Carl Brown filed affidavit accusing Bernhart of reckless driving. Bernhart was found guilty and fined twenty dollars.
In Beverly Hills California a Methodist conference debates resolutions about exemptions for congregations from other denominations. The document notes ongoing intra church disputes and broader world events.
In a July report from Atlanta details emerge of appeals by defense teams over the Scottsboro case. A Madison County Circuit Court jury condemned the nine Negro defendants on questionable testimony from two white girls and Orvil Gilley, a white youth, after a freight car brawl near Huntsville. An army posse removed those involved and the case draws national scrutiny over alleged injustice.
Policeman Harry Beasley, 38, was hospitalized with two bullet wounds after a night shootout in Newark. Beasley surprised two robbers as they dragged a safe from the Bargain Shoe Store rear entrance.
New York reports John R Vooris a grand sachem of Tammany Hall criticizing overdone Fourth of July celebrations and favoring safer American firework traditions. Washington notes the Interstate Commerce Commission expects reduced grain shipping rates within about two weeks after a Chicago court dissolved a restraining order.
The Winnie Mae monoplane noses toward New York after 8 weeks of globe circling effort. Wilbur or Harold Gatty assists as the craft nears Cleveland for refueling and plans a dash to Roosevelt Field. The team has aimed to beat the Graf Zeppelin record and travel about 40 hours more to complete the round-the-world journey.
The U S Constitution known as Old Ironsides is recommissioned at Boston Navy Yard after three years of restoration funded by schoolchildren. dignitaries praise its historic feats while a parade of spectators watches. The frigate will tour 17 Atlantic ports ending in Yorktown, Virginia, on October 16.
Mrs Mildred Hickman of Glouster one of the quartet found guilty of petit larceny in the Monahan Store theft at Corning was released from the Perry County Jail New Lexington on Monday after serving time toward a 39.26 fine. John Cevelo paid the remaining balance to complete 2.50 credit. Alfred Windle and Mr Elisabeth Brump remain jailed in Ferry County New Lexington.
United States seeks to ease Germany reparations while France resists. France demands German funds for small nation budgets and relief from Ruhr payments if a moratorium occurs. Secretaries in Paris and Washington push for an accord retroactive to today, with Hoover administration hoping for success despite tensions.
New York prepares a July 1 to 4 welcome for Wiley Pot and Harold Gatty, famed around the world aviation figures, likened to Lindbergh’s 1927 triumph. A city reception and ticker tape reaction are planned as officials and citizens marshal a grand tribute.
Ranger Lewis Jones said extra parking is now available at Ash Cave after a four bridge project across a stream. The new space sits in a shaly grove north of the park as visitors rise with summer, with 1200 greeted last Sunday and similar increases at Old Man's Cave and the Rock House.
Federal efforts against racketeers expand to chase fake stock operators. Attorney General William Mitchell says the campaign helps local authorities know what can be done. Capone and New York gangs are described as cornered by agents using income tax laws.
Columbus July 1 report from the Ohio Industrial Commission shows 88 fatalities in May, up 6 from April and 13 more than May of the previous year, with May 1880 higher or lower by comparison.
In Charlottesville James W. Wadaworth Jr. urged complete abolition of federal Prohibition saying only state control can work. He argued modification fails as the federal government cannot regulate individual conduct. Ella A. Boole of the WCTU urged total abstinence and backing law enforcement efforts.
Gibbs 27 of Akron was shot to death at night four miles south of Medina while camping with Mike Faye Saunders 25 and Mr and Mrs J Brows of Akron. Coroner Crum reported Brown heard a shot and found Gibbs with his head blown nearly off. Gibbs gun was not discharged. No killer trace or explanation found.
In Meiga County area near the Ohio River front, old coal mine openings along cliff faces vent air at about 36 degrees. Farmers in harvest fields note cool air rising from the old Logan Mine as crowds gather there in the afternoons.
Funeral services for Nathan Cox son of Mr and Mrs N J Cox will be held at 2 o clock Thursday in the Methodist Episcopal Church near route Nos. The Rev James Tides will be in charge and burial will follow at Ebererer Cemetery. Deputy Sheriff Joe Ferbeann said grappling hooks were not used at the home and a second set of hooks is kept at the Logan Home Telephone office for river drownings.
The Pennsylvania senator argued that consolidating weak coal and bituminous firms could end cut throat competition harming the industry. He cited wage cuts, strikes, and reduced production costs, and noted talks with leading soft coal producers and potential support from railroads. Pittsburgh reports also cover planned demonstrations and civil liberties meetings amid labor tensions.
Huntsville Texas prison report details a Sunday cocktail incident behind the blacksmith shop. Ernest Shorty Hamilton Mingus died, Auien Charles Nocona and Willem Rwy ean McKinney were born, Robert Stewart Moures La and Disase ill, all linked to a spree involving a morgue theft.
Logan reporters note renewed political activity six weeks before primary day as eight mayoralty candidates across two tickets begin canvassing. Several candidates have started outreach while others plan campaign literature to mobilize voters ahead of the August primary and general election.
Red Cross officials surveyed drought stricken regions in Western North Dakota and Eastern Montana to plan relief for crop failures and water shortages. Officials estimate 5,000 to 6,000 families need aid and 13 percent of cattle require feed or relocation.
Large crowd attends door evangelist service at 4 Bumpeon Avenue conducted by Church of Christ with Fer ty BH Cotham as speaker. Weekly gatherings planned at 1248 storeets. Rev Cothan speaks on faith and guidance with five planned topics including Why study the Bible.
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