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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 03, 1932

Page

9

Relief Plan Final Shape Reached by Conferees

Washington July 2 Congress relief program worth 2 100 600 009 to relieve destitution create jobs and aid business nears final form after week of shirt sleeve sessions Conferees broadened borrowing from the Reconstruction Finance Corporation for cities corporations and individuals and trimmed bond issues President Hoover’s stance and possible veto remain unresolved. program includes 100 000 000 for immediate relief 300 000 000 for Federal public works and 1 500 000 000 for revenue producing construction to be financed largely by the RFC.

Washington House Senate Hoover Reconstruction Finance Corporation Treasury Garner

Rain and sun mark Athens Fourth celebration

Rain spoils half the fun while sunshine carries the other half of the Athens Fourth celebration. Observance is informal with autos picnics golf swimming and dancing among activities. Banks offices and post office close Monday with no mail deliveries. Local events include golf at the country club and a Monday night dance. Many head to nearby towns for celebrations and the American Legion Drum Corps travels to Marietta for a regional contest with prizes for outfits. Raymond Connett directed music and W F P Burke led the drum corps.

Athens Country Club Middleport Jacksonville Marietta Ohio American Legion West Virginia W. F P. Burke

Native of Shawnee Heart Attack Victim

Judy Powers of Zanesville reports the death of Thomas Powers 42 a New York Central Railroad passenger conductor who died suddenly at home in Columbus following a heart attack He was a native of Shawnee and had lived in Columbus for several years working the route between Columbus and Yale do He was well known in railroad circles across Ohio and among travelers

Zanesville Judy Thomas Powers New York Central Railroad Columbus Powers Ia Shawnee Tat City Yaledo Ohio

Excitement of Nomination Cannot Interrupt Garner Routine

Washington July 9 Speaker John Garner kept to his workday schedule as Roosevelt moved toward nomination at the Democratic National Convention. Garner, 62 in November, released his Texas and California delegates, then resumed his routine shown by his onetime plan to remain governor-like and uninterested in a convention outcome while Roosevelt gained momentum toward the ticket.

John Garner Washington Ernor Franklin D. Roosevelt Garner Roosevelt Sato Rayburn Texas California Alice Chicago White House Ile Capitol Awak Si Murray Oldlahoma WI Regerny Corner Withs Drivain Melvin Traylor Himnelsy Willte Ohio James A. Rood Alaspurt Byrd Virginia Fuitehle Maryland Smith Tammany Joh F. Curry Taj‘ Smith Bin Tarmini

Six Indicted In Ohio Case Involving River Death

IRGNTON July 2 Six men from South Point face second degree murder indictments in the death of Take Mary Negro prisoner removed from South Point Village Jail on June 7. The deceased was found in the Ohio River. Indicted: Taylor Napier 24 Milford Massie Elkins 20 Garland Massie 19 and Johnson 29, all South Point residents. Louis McKee 17, implicated, committed to Lancaster Industrial School. Prosecutor had filed first degree counts earlier.

Irgnton Sax ‘Nen Mary South Point Village Ohio River Lee Sp. Andrews Taylor Napier Milford Massie Elkins Garland Mass Lawrence Massie Johnson South Point Louis McKee Cas Lancaster Enilore

Democrats Ready for Bitter Fight at Polls in November

United Press reports from Chicago July 2 describe a tense Democratic convention scene as Governor Roosevelt's nomination was confirmed amid protests. The rallying opposition, including California and New York delegates, voiced strong dissatisfaction while the crowd pressed for unity as a pivotal battle looms toward November.

Columbus Man Admits Crimes

John Mare Inne, 26, of Columbus, confessed to police to being the shooter in Springfield and to other crimes. He admitted robbing the National Guard Armory in Columbus, holdups at Buckeye Lake and Behron, and passing bad checks at Columbus and Chibteodhe, linking the Springfield shooting to his tale.

SDA John Mare Inne Columbus Xenia O. J. Gornwell Tehgeer Springfield Marlowe Walkewk Palice Station Sin National Guard Columbus & Week Axe Buckeye Lake Behron Brad Columbua

College funds not used to cover prior deficits say trustees

Trustees deny claims that funds from Trance College were used to pay deficits of the previous year. Attorney J. Huntington, Inc. presented the investigation results to fellow trustees. They assert only funds not set aside by the trust were utilized and defend Dr W Vernon Lytle’s presidency since succeeding Dr Albert G Carls.

Aftor manGela E Trance College W. Vernon Lytle J. Huntington, Inc Trusteca Dr. Lytle Albert G. Carls A

Livestock Prices Rise Amid Seasonal Demand

H K B Curry of the Ohio Farm Bureau reports higher prices for rig cattle and yearlings as the week's receipts fall and supply tightens. He notes increased grass fat cattle and a shift in beef tonnage with a larger share from grassy herds. The market faces ongoing demand and price shifts through the week. Also reported is the American consulate in Hankin noting the death of Willian Ekwall Simpson and a Russian, N J Popsalt, killed by Chinese bandits last Saturday.

Columbus Judy H. K B. Curry Ohio Farm Bureau Research Department Washington Willian Ekwall Simpson N. J. Popsalt Hankin State Department

Unclear fragmentary text about a 19th century case near Parttiesburg

Fragmentary OCR note mentions waits at Parttiesburg and a slaying case. Names and details are garbled, with references to a mother fighting, a proprietor, Mrs. Wester, Governor Martin, and a ground event. Readable facts are extremely limited.

Lnovata Pha Walts Parttiesburg Juss Te Dem Wester Las Petle Martin Consartaf

Al Smith Loyalists Rally After Nominations

In a heated convention session supporters rally around Al Smith as nominations close. The Democratic fight intensifies over reforms and a brief platform, with key figures and delegates wrestling for position and loyalty amid a bitter, high stakes contest.

al Smith

Disillusioned Fugitive Nabbed by Toledo Police

Detroit man Pheames Ll euvell, age 28, sought in Michigan on warrants, escaped authorities during a Toledo chase as police extradition arrangements with Michigan were discussed. He was finally captured near the Ohio line after a dramatic confrontation with Toledo detectives.

Toledo Pheames Lleuvell Detroit Ging Rive Michigan Marin Debonair Petralt Swayne Sau Milford Jonen St. Lewds George White Mirbixan George ‘Imams Blake Tetroit Cote Lhcavell Ohio Michgan

J N Gamble Dies Soap Manufacturer at 66

J N Gamble, vice president of Procter & Gamble and noted philanthropist, died in Cincinnati at his home after a long life. He would have been 97 on August 11. Death came in his sleep. He had married in the last 25 years, and on Friday afternoon he drove downtown with his chauffeur, reading newspapers on national politics before retiring about 10 p m.

Cincinnati R. James N. Gamble UN Proctor 4 Gamble Company Eventaat Chicago

Lincoln Plan helps unemployed men by making goods for community

In Lincoln England unemployed men join the Workers Educational Association formed People’s Service Club. They mend shoes toys furniture and wheelchairs for locals without pay, gaining purpose and companionship. The program expands with more frequent sessions and support from organizations as observers note reduced bitterness and renewed confidence among participants.

London Lincoln England Workers Educational Association People's Service Club Hong Nam Valids Rhondda T's

Rise and Fall Of Candidates Is Tabulated

Chicago July 2 Roosevelt led the Democratic presidential convention across four ballots with figures showing Roosevelt 667 and 668 on one ballot and 682.79 on another. Garner and Byrd appeared with smaller totals, while Ritchie Murray Rogers Reed and Baker posted varied scores. The two thirds majority required for nomination was 766.

Chicago U.F Roosevelt Staith Garner Traylor Byrd Ritchie Murray A. Rogers Q Reed Bfa Baker Cox O

Ransom Set At 5000 For Minister's Heir Abduction

Reported early release of Haskell Bohn, heir to the Bohn refrigerator fortune, was expected today after abductors demanded a $5,000 ransom. Uncle W. Bohn confirmed contact by telephone. Also noted: Athens County fishing and hunting licenses cost $14.30 each totaling $180.

ST. Paul Mine Haskell Bohn Bohn W. B. Bohn Henoid Athens County Fane

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