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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1929
Page
1
Dr. James Henry Snook a professor at Ohio State University faces trial for the murder of Theora Hix. He may repudiate a confession obtained after lengthy questioning claiming a bad memory. Prosecution tied the confession to the alleged crime scene and method.
Dr Henry Snooks blue coupe used with Theora Hix to the New York Central Rifle Range murder scene can be bought for 300 dollars. The car is in the police garage as Exhibit and sale unlikely until the murder trial ends. It has about 1000 miles but needs new upholstery due to bloodstain damage.
As Doctor Snook faces trial, defense seeks to suppress a confession obtained under duress while his lawyers dispute memory gaps and argue emotional insanity. Family funds and insurance are noted as potential support, with Ohio State University watching the case unfold.
Henry Ford backs removing duties on automobiles and trucks in the new tariff bill. A Senate Finance Committee release cites a letter from R O Roberge, assistant sales manager at Ford Motor Company, supporting free listing for vehicles.
Theora Hix’s father Melvin Hix, in Columbus, declares he hopes to outlive Dr. James H Snook and demands the professor be executed. He recalls Theora’s sheltered youth and her shift from teacher to medical missionary aims, while his wife supports him as he mourns. Continues on Page Five.
The St. Louis Robin aircraft, piloted by Dale Jackson and Forrest O Brine, nears a world fuel record with Maj. William B. Robertson noting no major issues despite an early oil scare. Refueling ship pilot 8S. K. Prince says grease from the Challenger Motor caused the oil, not a fault. Fliers must stay aloft until 4 01 p.m. EF. S. T. to set a 247 hour 53 minute mark.
A dated postcard from S C Anderson to President Hoover asks for a Farm Relief Board post or beef farmers’ representative slot. The writer seeks $25 monthly pay and to continue beef peddling, questioning why no reply has come and whether political prospects depend on Al Smith or Owen D. Young.
Moscow reports no American communique on the Russian Chinese conflict. The Foreign Office says only a note from France's Foreign Minister Aristide Briand hints at mediation. Washington advices about Russia accepting Stimson's Kellogg treaty warning mystify Russian officials.
A convertible owned by Dr. Blaine R. Goldsberry and a touring car owned by Wayne Forman collided at Elmwood and Watt Streets around 9 this morning. Goldsberry had a minor cut from glass. Forman’s car suffered major damage to the left side including a broken wheel and smashed running board.
Leonard Armstrong of Washington Township stood trial in Marysville on a third offense charge of selling intoxicants after his 16 year old son Bernard won an oratorical prize for a prohibition speech. Armstrong's wife Decima had earlier been fined 600 dollars after a second offense charge of selling liquor, with the Court of Appeals sustaining the conviction.
The Ross Act raises liquor sales penalties to a fine of 300 to 5000 dollars or one to five years in prison or both for supplying minors. Former penalty was 10 to 100 dollar fine or ten to thirty days. Other acts operative today include taxes penalties for personal property, Deer Act limits on reform school admission, and revisions to corporate and probation systems.
Bishop James Cannon Jr. criticized George W. Wickersham for a premature stance on reforming prohibition. He urged strict enforcement even at 100 million dollars yearly, while calling parts of the Wickersham letter hazy and defeatist. Cannon issued the first major statement from a leading dry leader.
Edward F. Schlee president of the Schleebrock Aircraft Corporation was seriously injured at Detroit City Airport while removing blocks from a plane’s wheels. He and two companions planned a business trip to Wausau Wisconsin. Schlee previously gained fame for a transcontinental flight with William Brock aboard the Pride of Detroit to Tokyo.
Postal Bulletin notice received at the Athens Post Office explains revenue stamps must be ordered by mail from Columbus. Stamps are not sold at Athens and customers wrongly believe they can order through the local post office.
Lt Harold Bromiley plans a 4700 mile nonstop flight from Tacoma to Tokyo in the mono plane City of Tacoma. He says if trouble arises he will glide to the ocean and float while signaling the world by radio. He will follow the Great Circle Route near the Aleutians keeping land within reach.
WASHINGTON July 223 U P American Consul George Hanson Harbin informed the State Department today of reports that the wife and child of Roy Talbot American commissioner of customs at Tahebo were passengers on the Chinese merchant ship Ilan seized by Soviet Russians on the Amur River.
At Clinton State Prison 1300 inmates faced confinement after a bold escape attempt tied to the Kraemer brothers of the Whittemore gang. Authorities hunted a "Grapevine Telegraph" rumor line while guarding every corridor. One inmate died earlier, and fears of informants linger amid the tense investigation.
Washington dispatch reports that China and Russia pledge not to wage war over the Chinese Eastern Railroad. Secretary Stimson secured pledges to honor the Kellogg Briand pact after five days of talks. The United States will not intervene without both nations seeking good offices.
Pro bate judge Samuel M. Johnson of Athena County returns from the Bikes Convention in San Francisco then travels to Pike's Peak in Colorado where he meets Mrs. Harry Stalder and daughter Mary, plus Minnie Dean of Washington. Gilbert Beckley, Ohio University graduate, sends an ecard to Rufus Hopkins describing recent western meetings with the Kircher brothers Charles and Frank Ema Stout Pi Beta Phi delegate and Marion Stanley. A big reunion follows.
Eugene O'Neill, noted playwright, wed Carlotta Monterey in Paris yesterday after his Reno divorce from Agnes Boulton O'Neill on July 2. Monterey, California native, played leading roles in The Hairy Ape and other works including Taking Chances The Bird of Paradise and The Red Falcon.
About 70 women golfers will gather at Athens Country Club for a Southeastern Ohio invitational. Eight clubs including Jackson Chillcothe Portsmouth Marietta Lancaster Zanesville Parkersburg and Athens will compete. Art Smith requested that men refrain from using the course tomorrow.
St. Louis will appoint a new manager for the fifth time in four seasons. Billy Southworth, who became director after coming from Rochester and swapping roles with Bill McKechnie, will remain as director while McKechnie takes over as manager on a date to be announced.
Mayor Jerome B. Flora defends public wearing of pajamas after W. O. Saunders editor of the Elizabeth City Independent appeared in sleepwear on the streets yesterday following a prior similar appearance.
The Chinese government announced it would not enter war unless invaded. Chiang Kai Shek urged unity behind peaceful settlement and noted no clash with Soviet troops had been reported. Chu Shao Yang travels to Harbin to assess tensions and may go to Moscow if diplomacy fails.
Margaret Warner of Lincoln Massachusetts has been named United States vice consul in Geneva. She will be responsible for protecting and assisting American tourists and interests in the Swiss city.
James Rae Clarke, senior partner of the Clarke Brothers private banking firm, took full blame for the $5,000,000 failure and pleaded guilty in both Federal and General Sessions Courts.
London dispatch reports both Russia and China pledging to avoid war under the Kellogg Pact. Moscow rejects French mediation while signaling willingness to arbitration over the Chinese Eastern Railway. Shanghai notes indicate China seeks peaceful settlement and possible League of Nations involvement.
A readable fragment touts items for sale and requests for trade. It mentions Wanneto Plums at $1.50 per bushel, a 1928 Dodge Victory Six for a low price, a thoroughbred puppy at $10, a used typewriter wanted, and a five room house to rent for $12 monthly.
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