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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1931

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Bright Future Is Seen For American Farmers Legge Says

Alexander Legge former chairman of the Federal Farm Board declares in a Chicago radio address that American farmers are in better shape and face a brighter future than most industries. He argues against gloom theories and urges farmer cooperation in production and distribution to raise profits while noting world food reserves are limited and competition raises consumer prices. He contends agriculture offers a strong long term future despite current hardships and criticizes pessimist forecasts of farming’s collapse.

Farm Board Chicago U.P Alexander Legge Federal Farm Board Painter Lesge Legge

World Turmoil Over War Debts and Hoover Plan

Arthur Brisbane surveys Europe facing war debt disputes and a French reluctance to adopt Hoover's moratorium. He notes U S generosity toward Germany and Austria, and European accusations of U S meddling. Britain denounces France while politicians debate the risk of another war and the need to restore global prosperity. Continued on Page 4.

Arthur Brisbane England France King #eatares, Inc Europe Germany Austria Italy Hoover MacDonald Labor Party Lloyd George Baldwin

Fall to Serve Jail Sentence Changes in DC Court

Former Interior Secretary Albert B. Fall had his bribe conviction sentence amended to one year and one day. The ruling directs imprisonment in a Southwest jail, with the Justice Department to decide the confinement site and issue the order, following warden consent for New Mexico State Prison confinement.

Washington U.2k Albert B. Fall Southwest Frank J. Hogan Fugut Justice Jenningson District of Columbia Supreme Court Fall Department of Justice New Mexica State Prison

Tragic accidental shooting ends life of 11 year old

In New Castle Pennsylvania on July 1 11 year old high school student Jack Fatterson died at home from an accidental gunshot at a camp near town. A loaded revolver slipped from luggage and fired as a car automobile was unloaded.

New Castle Jack Fatterson Asatterson

Ask Me Why and the Status of Installment Selling

The passage discusses installment selling trends, noting a general volume decrease but arguing this does not prove unsoundness. It asserts that installment sales vary with overall consumer and credit conditions, and that its soundness should be judged over a period reflecting broader financial rectitude and economic factors.

America

Oil Firms Merged into Quaker State Refining Corp

Pittsburgh July 14. Nineteen oil refining and marketing firms in Pennsylvania Grade Crude OJ Field will be consolidated into the Quaker State Refining Corporation. Acquired are Quaker State Oil Refining of Oil City Pa Emlenton Refining of Emlenton Pa Ohio Valley Refining of St Marys W Va Independent Refining of Bradford Pa James D Berry Sons of Oil City Pa Chicago New York London and Hamburg Enterprise Oil of Buffalo N Y and Sterling Oil of Emlenton Pa.

Pittsburgh UPR Nineten Pennsylvania Quaker State of Refining Corporation Quaker State Corporation Quaker State Oil Refining Company Oil City Emlenton Refining Company Emlenton Ohio Valley, Refining Company St. Marya Independent Refining Company Bradford James D. Berry Sons Company Chicago

Plane Forced Down In Nonstop Flight From New York

R. Seth Yerrington and Edward Moloney, piloting a planned New York to Mexico nonstop, ditched near Tampico yesterday due to fuel exhaustion. Yerrington said clouds hid the engine miss fire and Maloney’s attempts to pump reserve gasoline failed as storms pushed them off course, leaving the disabled plane on a remote beach.

Tampico Mexico R.seth Yerrington Edward Moloney New York Maloney

No-See-Em Arrives In Columbus This Summer

A light relief note about the no see em insect invading Columbus at night. The bite is painful and cannot be kept out by screens though rain may wash it away. The tiny insect is smaller than a mosquito and can pass through ordinary stockings.

Columbus

Blanton Wins Southeastern Ohio Amateur Professional Golf Match

Marietta coverage reports Jon Blanton, a professional, and Curtis Reed, an amateur from Chillicothe Country Club, winning the Southeastern Ohio District Professional Amateur Golf Tournament here yesterday with a beat ball score before an official concluded result.

Marietta Chillicothe A.rhjon Blanton Curtis Reed Chillicothe Country Club Southeastern Ohio

Ohio Farmers Will Produce Large Harvest

Ohio farmers report a two percent rise in total crop acreage from 1930, with increases in corn, wheat, rye, potatoes, tobacco and soybeans, and declines in oats and barley. July 1 conditions point to above average yields in corn, wheat, oats, barley, rye, potatoes, and strong fruit prospects, while nationwide drought limits hay and milk.

Columbus P-Ohio A. R. Tuttle Federal Crop Reporting Service Tuttle Jame Hay Bose Tuttie United States Illinow

Grand Jury To Meet Monday In Athens County

A special session of the Athens County Grand Jury was called for Monday, July 20, by County Prosecutor John Bolin to handle numerous cases and help clear the Athens County Jail of those unable to post bond. Third offense liquor charges predominate among the matters. one case involves cutting with intent. Veniremen listed include Carl Hines Ames Township William Williams Trimble Mrs H T Mulligan Lodi Mrs Frank Daugherty Dover Ralph Allen Carthage Mrs Thomas Gamwell Trimble Mrs Sylvia Hoskinson Canaan Township Sherman Parker Alexander Edwin Johnson Fanny Mulligan York Mrs W E Clark Athens Charles Roberta Edward Sherden Bruce Donaldson George B Lash Athens.

Athens County Grand Jury John Bolin Carl Hines Ames Township William Willams Trimble H.T Mulligan Lodi Frank Daugherty Dover Ralph Allen Carthage Thomas Gamwell Sylvia Hoskinson Canaan Township Sherman Parker Alexander Edwin Johnson Fanny Mulligan York W. E Clark Athens Charles Roberta Edward Sherden Bruce Donaldson George B. Lash

Heroic Flight Proves Futile

Private Olaf Nelson of Fort Bliss Texas died after a cross country air ambulance trip to Walter Reed Hospital. Surgeons failed to remove his swallowed dentures, which pierced his esophagus and caused a fatal obstruction. Earlier Fort Bliss attempts proved unsuccessful as air forced by the chest wounds irritated his throat.

Washington Olaf Nelson Fort Bliss Tex Nelson Walter Reed Hospital

Favorites on Top No Upsets in Women Golf Tourney

In Cleveland on July 14 the women's state golf tournament saw top players asserting dominance. Defending champion Miss Mary Hauck of Toledo and medalist Mrs. Julian Tyler of Cleveland defeated strong opponents, Hauck beating Frances Stock of Shaker Heights 8 and 7 while Stock won only one hole, and Mary Ann Mather of Akron was routed by First Tyler 8 and 7.

Cleveland U.P Mary Hauck Toledo Julian Tyler Miss Hauck Frances Stock Shaker Heights Miss Stock Birst Tyler Mary Ann Mather Akron

Edward Evans, 69, Perry County recorder dies at home

Edward Evans, 69, died at his Perry County home from a cerebral hemorrhage. He had moved from New Lexington, Ohio two years ago and served two terms as Perry County recorder.

Colpbie Ny Ieenn Edward Evans Evans New Lexington Perry County

Death in Forest Hills Fire Probed of Mrs Marion Day Berrien

The charred body of Mrs Marion Day Berrien a former Follies girl and wife of Lieut Com Thomas G Berrien was found on the fire swept sun porch of her Forest Hills Long Island home prompting a broad police inquiry. A night club proprietor seen with her frequently is being sought for questioning.

Marion Day Berrien Follies Witew Thomas G Berrien Forest Hills Long Teland Night Clue

Kansas battle over stock sales blocks Doherty interests

In Topeka reporters say Kansas officials barred Henry L Doherty and affiliated stocks under blue sky law after Gov Harry Woodring and the Kansas City Star led a campaign for lower rates. Doherty sued for 12 million against the Star and Gov Woodring, seeking a temporary injunction to test constitutionality. Kansas officials argued the stock had not met registration or fee requirements.

Topeka Kans Kansas Henry L Doherty Doherty Kanena Carl Newcomber Blue Sky Law Harry Woodring Kansas City Star Newcomber Woodring Rye The Aoland Boynton George H. Whitcomb George A Kilne Gan Blue Sky Commissioner Boynton

Miner Homes Attacked in Western Pennsylvania Coal Field

Disorder erupted in three districts of the Western Pennsylvania Coal Field with a miner's home burned another bombed and a labor commissary stoned. Police said the outbreaks coincided with organizer Thomas Meyerscough of the National Miners Union posting bond of 2500 dollars on manslaughter charges tied to a miner’s death at Wildwood Pa.

Pennsylvania Pittsburgh Cosl Thomas Meyerscough National ‘Minera’ Union Wildwood

Famous Clown John Slater Dead In Montreal

Montreal July 14 A P John Slater chief clown of the Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey troupe died today He thrilled millions of children with his bizarre makeup and was among the best known carnival fun makers Slater lived in Delphos Ohio and performed here July 6 and 7 before being left behind

Pheilter Circus Audiencea Montreal John Slater Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Slater Delphos Ghia Carnival Land

Will's Up in the Air About These Bundled-Up Wings

Will writes from Tulsa about travel plans to Claremore for visits from Post and Gatty and describes flying 9000 feet at 176 mph in a Lockheed with wheels housed inside the wings. He warns Pilot Lee, notes wing walking, and promises to report the view from outside.

Will Tulsa Okla Santa Monica Claremore Post Gatty Amarillo Tex Bowen Line Lee

Railroads Hearings Study Efficiency and Fuel Costs

The Interstate Commerce Commission begins hearings on railroad rate increases and orders a separate probe into operating efficiency. Topics include fuel prices, coal handling at tidewater and lake points, car disposal, and spotting methods on tracks. Commissioners Lee and Meyers lead, with others assisting. sessions start soon and run about a week.

Commission Oo Rall Tiwan Cata Cour

Hoover Plan Goes Into Effect Amid Young Plan Installments

BASSE Switzerland July 14 The Hoover plan takes effect as the Bank for International Settlements approves monthly installments for Germany to meet the Young Plan annuity. Germany will pay 41 666 666 marks tomorrow, part of the annuity due France, guaranteed by France after 5 200 000 taries deducted from 1930 service, then credited back to Germany as a loan.

Germany Hans Luther France

French Monoplane Hyphen Forced Down Near Irkutsk

Three French aviators Joseph Le Brix Marcel Doret and a mechanic leaped with parachutes to safety after their Hyphen trans continental flight from Paris was forced to descend about 300 miles west of Irkutsk during the night. One flier injured in the bailout near Nimeudinsk as the plane crashed en route to Tokio.

Irkutsk Sibera Paris Aisrs Joseph le Brix Marcel Doret Iafe St Schiborga Trans-Siberian Railway

June Fines Reach 75 430 From Liquor Law Violations

June fines collected from violators of state liquor laws totaled 75 430, reported to Governor White. The monthly figures filed by the state prohibition commission suggest the year’s aggregate could approach a substantial sum, based on totals so far.

Columbus State Prohibition Commission Geogre White

Germany Bank Crisis Deepens as World Bankers Extend Aid

Berlin reels from banking turmoil as the Reich follows emergency decrees and banks close for two days. World Bank backing seen loosening credit while authorities seek a broader international loan package to prevent a wider financial collapse. Leading figures including Hindenburg and von Finckh navigate talks with Basel and international bankers to stabilize wages and liquidity.

Dante Reichabank Basle Frankfurt Gemany Hare Berlin Tothabank

Pleased by Trip to Italy

Rome July 14 Secretary of State Henry L. Stimson expressed that his visit to Italy fulfilled expectations and deepened understanding with Italy and the United States. He and government officials discussed mutual interests frankly with Premier Meravigli and Foreign Minister Cavallotti during discussions before his departure for Paris.

Rome UPR Resutta Ialy Henry le EtimeKon Paris Atimaon Italy United States Haly Jimson Meragin Mingeter Cianidt America

Fire destroys Nashville plant. losses reach 250000

A blaze at Elsele and Company Hospital and Private Clans Supply Manufacturing plant in Nashville, Tennessee, caused an estimated 250000 in damage. Thirteen women and two men were injured as workers rushed to safety. Officials suggested the fire may have started from a thermometer case explosion, but a plant official said nitric acid contact would be required for that to occur and denied any acid near the car.

Nashvitie Nashville Tenn Elsele and Company Yeater

Minimum Wage Contractors Confer On Fair Pay Scale

Columbus July 14 State Highway Director O W Merrell said he would use a new law to fix minimum wages on all state highway contracts for road construction work. A conference with contractors will set a fair scale after concerns that wages on highway projects have been shockingly low for laborers.

Columbus O. W. Merrell Highway Department State Highway Department

Heat to Continue as Rain Prospects Diminish

Columbus July 4 H weather bureau reports no immediate rain forecast and a continuation of hot conditions across most of Ohio. Tonight and Wednesday are expected to stay fair and warm with thermometers in the eighties and nineties in many areas.

Columbus Ohio

Alliss Leads Hagen by One Stroke at Canada Open Playoff

In Toronto Ontario July 4 Percy Alliss the British pro from Berlin led Walter Hagen by one stroke after nine holes of their 26 hole playoff for the Canadian Open Championship. Hagen trailed as the leaders chased the title with both players early in the match displaying solid form at MIRBISAUGA Golf Club.

Hagen Canada Mirbisauga Golf Club Toronto Ont Percy Allis Berlin Walter Hagen

Relative Urged Him To Poison Woman

The death of Mrs Abbia Douglas, grandmother of Theos Taylor, 27, is investigated after he confessed to poisoning her. He claimed a relative urged him to kill her to take her home for his sweetheart, Ruth Clapper, who denied engagement. Taylor also said the grandmother was in pain from a broken leg and wished to die.

Complexity al Byker, O Abbia Douglas I.earmold Theosdaty Taylor Celine Taylor When Confein Enya Ruth Clapper Joseph Clapper Ving Neur Brynn Taylor Madd Merry Tio

Ohio Romance Jolted by Forgery Arrest in Sidney

In Sidney on July 14 Dorothy Drautigan known as Dorothy Devereaux from Ziegfeld shows was interrupted by the arrest of her husband Robert Heith on forgery charges. Heith, held on a $1,000 bond for New York officers, denied the charge and said he would seek release later. The couple wed in New York June 27 and traveled to Drautigan’s parents home where Sidney celebrated them. Drautigan, once Dorothy Devereaux, rose to fame in the National American Ballet and Ziegfeld Follies before appearing in the Rose Marie Company and later films.

Sidney Dorothy Drautigan New York Misa Drautigan Keithan Milas Drautigan Dorothy Devereave National American Ballet Rose Marie Company Ziegfeld Follies San Carlos Opera Company The Moving Pictures

Propeller Loss Leaves Freighter Drifting Toward Pacific Aid

The Matson Line freighter Golden Cloud drifted in heavy seas about 235 miles east and south of Honolulu after losing its propeller while en route to San Francisco. The United States Navy dispatched the tug Sumner to tow the vessel back to port with eight passengers and crew aboard.

Pacific Navy Honolulu Matson Line Golden Cloud United States Navy San Francisco Sumnadin

Weather forecast for next 36 hours shows continued warmth

Weather in the vicinity remains fair and warm for the next 36 hours with a possible slight rise tonight. Indications point to continued warm conditions and gradual warming trends overnight and into tomorrow.

Mosnte Sheridan i Oki Ton Qu-Appelie

Hitler Ready to Seize Power by Force to Save Germany

Munich July 14 54 Adolf Hitler fiery Fascist leader declares himself prepared to take governmental control by force if necessary to halt Bolshevism and chaos. He warns that lazy people grow frantic and support radical experiments unless fascism guides the nation. He says the state party alone can stop extremist development.

Munich Germany Adolph Hitler Balaheviars Hitler United Preas

Rumors Tie Ruth H. Simms to Albert Gallatin Simms Marriage

Chicago rumors claim Mrs Ruth H McCormick and former congressman Albert Gallatin Simms of New Mexico planned marriage after Simms arrived from Albuquerque for a visita with Mrs McCormick. Reports circulated for months but were denied.

Chicago Ruth Hants Bigs Cormick Albert Gallatin Simms New Mexico Simms Cane Albuquerque Viel

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