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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 21, 1929

Page

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Kellogg Pact Seen Testing Russia China Peace Effort

United States officials express confidence in the Kellogg Briand pact as a first test in calming Russia and China amid Manchurian tensions. Secretary Stimson dispatches warnings, with replies expected soon from Moscow and Peking under Allied diplomatic channels.

Herbert Little United Press Washington United States Russia China Officiala Wong Manchurian Manchuria Mr Frontiers Summson Hoover Rapidan Cc Wu Mussia Ciandel Stimson Griand France Kellogg Nad Great Britain Japan

Something Goes The Lion's Mouth Protect Your Jugular

Arthur Brisbane discusses tensions between China Japan and Russia noting Japan's troop moves to the border to avert war and Hoover's expected caution. He cites Bakker Bank stock rising dramatically and urges prudent investment while warning risk takers may benefit. Continued on Page Four.

China Japan Russia

Tar to be spread on Route 4 South at Ithage Gap

The State Highway Department announced at John Powter’s office that tar will be spread on about a mile of Route 4 South at Ithage Gap between Athos and Coolville on Sunday. The road will not be closed.

John Powter Cnsinery State Highway Department Ithage Gap Athos Coolville

Bargains Offered in Classifieds

A garbled classifieds page shows scattered phrases about bargains and items for sale. It mentions televisions and various prices though most names and details are unreadable. The legible bits hint at a generic sale listing with no clear seller or location.

Flier endurance record chase continues at Lambert field

The St Louis Robin left Lambert Field at 7 17 a m and has logged over 164 hours aloft in a nonstop endurance bid. Pilots Jackson and O'Brien plan to surpass the 246 hour mark set at Culver City with a theater visit planned after landings.

Newty Jackson O'Brien Culver City

Averted Evil Eye Deaths Spark Calmness in Court

Police report two suspects await charges after a string of purported evil eye deaths linked to a regional case. Witnesses describe calm reactions as investigators press for evidence and motive in the unfolding incident.

Women Peddlers of Booze Raided in Warren County

In North Side street a raid by federal agents targeted women peddlers of alcohol. Officials arrested several suspects including Helen Hurns Margaret Mayton and Nellie Silegh after seizing jugs of moonshine. The operation follows a federal predic tion law and a local court reference noted in the report.

Patie Clatriet Court Helen Hurns Margaret Mayton Nellie Silegh Warren Haden

Police Search Ohio River for Bodies of Men

Portsmouth officers comb the Ohio River for two missing men in a suspected murder and river drowning case. Shots fired by three suspects left a man wounded. two bodies were recovered, with a third man still missing. A separate county case involves a husband and wife dispute over a missing adopted daughter.

Ohio River Portsmouth Yih Linville Kentucky Wis Lily Judge Iva Colony

Huge costs swell federal budget over four years

Washington reports massive public works expense rising to 4.04 billion dollars in four years. The White House notes congressional mandates push deficits, with Navy construction leading at 764.39 million and army aviation and housing about 220.2 million.

Washington U.P Americaale Navy Army

Rodney Ford Executed After Last-Minute Plea

In Columbus on July 26 Rodney Ford of Cincinnati was electrocuted for the murder of Marshal Peter Dumele of North College Hill Cincinnati. Gov. Myers Cooper declined to intervene after an eleventh hour plea to halt the execution.

Columbus Rodney Ford Cincinnati Peter Dumele North College Myers Cooper

Firefighters battle blaze at Cleveland Provision plant

Five firemen face smoke and fumes as they fight a blaze at the Canal Road facility of the Cleveland Provision Company tonight. Local crews worked to contain the fire and prevent spread to adjacent structures.

Ovetscome Rome Amemenia Canal Road Cleveland Provision Company

Croquet Row Ends in Town Fund Drive for Hart and Rose

In TF Texas on July 24, locals mocked Barber Hart and Tailor Rose then watched the same duo return victorious through a hungry stretch, unbeaten as they planned a trek to the metropolis. The village rallied, raising funds to support Hart and Rose’s continued efforts and journey.

Texas Citzena Barber G.1 Hart L. Bt Rose New York Ruse

Veterans Gather to Honor Comrades at Dinner

Aimed at aging veterans, a reunion dinner will honor fallen comrades. The group plans a full table set with chairs for those who joined the last roll call, ensuring no seat remains empty.

Ming Lee East Vere Ahe Heaghers

Plane crash near Taree claims three Youngstown men

Three Youngstown men bound for Michigan to fish died when their red biplane crashed five miles south of Derryalina. The victims were identified as Charles Denk Jones, Gill Bhy, and RR feetechan, all of Youngstown. A key ring found in a pocket linked to the incident.

Toledo Youngstown Michigan Thh Lester Carter Derryalina Gill Bhy Feetechan Caranther Charlee Denk

Who Was Her Companion

Fragmented OCR reads about a person and her companion with mentions of a drive and a deposit. It references Ele Sanna, Jett, and Butshjead with unclear roles, plus a $5 collateral. A pastor and university figure are noted as speaking, but details are garbled.

Bette Jose Klas Ele Sanna

Child Killed After Fall at Montgomery Ward Store

Marion Ohio July 20 Harold Ledley aged 6 fell from the third floor to the basement of the Montgomery Ward store died at the scene. Police say accident in department store lobby area involved stairs and a railing failure. The incident prompted an investigation by city authorities and store officials.

Marion

Mixed Weather To Prevail This Week

Weather outlook for July 22 to 27 calls for generally fair conditions in the Ohio Valley with isolated thunder showers on Thursday and Friday. Temperatures rise early in the week to above normal levels, then ease toward the end of the period with cooler air.

Washington Ohio Valley

Bees Halt Services at Indiana Church

Bees swarms disrupt worship at the Methodist Church of Exnison Indiana for over a month. Seven swarms have entered the church and halted activities including a scheduled funeral, with local authorities and Pay Smith Knox County booking involved in efforts to remove the bees.

Vincennes Ind U.P Methodist Church of Exnison Pay Smith Knox County

Berger in Critical Condition After Fatal Attack

Victor L. Berger Socialist Party leader remains in critical condition with a fractured skull and internal injuries after a disturbing assault. He was hospitalized in Milwaukee Wisconsin on July 20 and efforts to stabilize him continue.

Milwaykf

Athens Messenger Offers booklet on garden insects

The Athens Messenger promotes a booklet from the Information Bureau about garden pests and diseases. Written in simple language, it guides quick actions for protection and promises savings with daily steps. Send four cents in stamps to cover postage and handling for the booklet.

Athens Ourington Information Bureau

Garden Insect Book Let Request From Athens Messenger

Information request from Frederick J. Maskins of The Athens Messenger in Washington DC. Enclosed four cents for two copies of the Garden Insect Book Let. Sender provides name street city and requests mailing details.

Frederick J. Maskins The Athens Messenger Washington, D.C

Snook Waives Sanity Hearing in Slay Case

Reporters and camera crews swarm Columbus as Dr. James H. Snook waives the sanity hearing and moves toward trial on a first degree murder charge in the death of Theora Hix. The court set a new two day interval for juror panels as preparations gather for a nationally covered murder case.

Columbus U.P James H. Snook Theora Hix Ohio State University Snook Mima Hicketia Shock Fenunset Henry Seartets Alon Ani United Presa Plemd Wa Hix Keer Beth Alain Dickett Scarlett Hix York Central

Ice-Skate Champion Admits To Robberies

CHICAGO July 20 Harry Nelson champion ice skater and former minor league baseball player was held after confessing to several robberies. He told Lt Farrar he had done everything but mune der among jobs he admitted was the holdup of policeman Albers Carr and his companion, taking Carr’s star. MARietta Ohio July 20 Mrs Martha Hoppman aged nurse of Ciserve in Dawes died today after a long illness.

Chicago Harry Nelson Lieut. John J. Farrar Nelson Albers Carr Carr Marietta Martha Hoppman Ciserve

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