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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1920
Page
2
New York July 14 The Shamrock IV trailing mud and slime from Sandy Hook goes back to drydock for a final sail trial while Resolute moors ready to test new sails. Weather and oily bay waters limit preparation as the first race is scheduled for tomorrow with races to follow on alternate days until a winner emerges.
Deputy Sheriff Edward E Webb of Lawrence County shot and killed bootlegger Wellman of Catlettsburg after Webb had earlier wounded another assailant. The event occurred in Abhland Kentucky on July 14. Also mentioned is a Chilean mountain iron ore deposit of over 000 tons averaging 68 percent iron.
Akron Driving Club outlines tentative plans for a two and a half mile speedway costing one million dollars. Proposed within the grounds is a dirt track, a football field, four bases arena, and spectator facilities as part of a larger recreation complex.
The article recaps multiple games with key moments. Chapman hit a homer to beat the Athletics in a tight 3 run game. Elliott the Dodger catcher and Flagstead contributed three doubles as the Giants and Red Sox won. The Reds, White Sox, Pirates, and Yankees all posted wins or notable performances, including Ruth chasing a home run record and Shocker fanning 14 in the first game.
The Athens state hospital plans to stockpile coal for fall and winter using a traction line from York township. The New York Coal Company operates near Floodwood with switches to the Hocking-Sunday Creek line. Three coal cars and two hospital trucks with patient loaders will move coal to the Central Avenue terminal and onward to Richland.
Ida Bullock mother of three year old Arthur Bullock who was beaten to death by Joshua Botkins is missing. She had been living at Botkins home as housekeeper and last night failed to return. Two other children were removed to a children’s home and officers note a threatening note received on Tuesday.
The steamship Imperator reaches New York with 943 third class passengers moved to Hofman Asland for observation and $3,150,000 in gold consigned to Kuhn Loeb and Company.
Columbus July 14 Delegates from 150 states attend the national association of commerce convention with themes a Mississippi Valley trade tour for women and closer ties to a national educational program led by Commissioner Claxton. A brief board session precedes committee reports as a French rail paving idea is noted.
Exorbitant prices for brick and concrete push road costs to about 65 000 per mile. Officials warn taxpayers cannot bear such costs and predict a shift to road repair over new construction as material and labor prices soften nationally.
Washington July 14 The census bureau reports June cotton consumption at 5 565 621 bales up from 474 330 bales year earlier. Cotton held in consuming establishments tops 1 554 923 and public storages 2 304 639 bales, while imports reach 19 635 bales and exports 241 450 bales.
In Canton on July 14 Leo Gurgich, alleged slayer of George Subusick, remains at large after a knife attack that killed Subusick near his home. Police say three eyewitnesses saw the stabbing and a warrant for first degree murder has been secured.
Gen. Jacob Coxey, famed for his march on Washington, sends a plan to Labor party chair Max S. Hays. He calls for government purchase of all transportation lines, legal tender notes, bond redemption by the same notes, four percent loans to governments for public works, and a federal initiative and referendum amendment.
A New York husband cites motive in the death of Mrs. Arthur De Cordova and the suicide of her chauffeur Bernard Geisler. De Cordova returned with the body and later spoke with Geisler’s widow, but details of their talk were not revealed.
Pearl Cunningham sues Alva Cunningham for divorce and alimony in Athens county court of common pleas alleging extreme cruelty. She seeks restoration to maiden name and cites events from 1915 and 1920 including a July 12 beating and July 13 destruction of clothes. Also notes prior arrests and convictions of the husband and an only child now deceased. Marvellus Snyder sues J J Chutes for $500 on a promissory note with land sale proposed to satisfy the claim.
A Ford sedan stolen from Landis Transfer Co on Carpenter street was found by Deputy Sheriff Pete McKinley at the state hospital entrance in Richland after a joy ride. The car struck a carding and suffered heavy damage. owners may press charges or settle out of court.
C L Williams a Pennsylvania Railroad conductor was killed at Hanna LaPorte Indiana when he was hurled from the rear end of his train He was 43 years old.
The mother of 22 children, including 12 twins and quadruplets, Mrs. Mary Durrington, 39, died at her Columbus home. Five of the 22 children survive.
Tuppers Plains and nearby towns note residents returning to work after the Fourth. Visits include Mrs. N J Parker, Mrs Rebecca Griffin, and Mrs Mary Dewey hosting guests. Families harbor travel from Akron West Virginia Butler Sugar Creek Coolville Joppa Guysville Vanderhoof Cemetery deaths include Mrs Mary Green July 1 funeral July 4.
Jesse Seaman died at his Burlingham home at 8 am after two years of organic heart trouble. The 84 year old veteran served three years in Company B of the 58th Regiment and is survived by his second wife and several children, with funeral arrangements to be announced. He spent most of his life near Graham's Chapel and has lived in Burlingham the last 19 years.
Malta oil driller James McElfresh died at Athens State hospital from dementia paralysis at age 40 after a two year stay. His body was shipped to Malta by undertaker Dowler this morning.
Akron officials after a late session predicted the street car strike would end by Thursday with a fare settlement likely. Council members signaled a definite arrangement with traction and city officials on fare scales, while officials offered no comment. Court action accusing N O T officials of conspiracy to prevent operation was postponed to Thursday at 9 a m.
Describes a cosmetic powder for summer use that covers tan and sunburn and reduces shine. Notes it is suitable for low necked dresses and decollete, adheres better than dry powder, sold at LASH'S Drug Store.
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