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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 31, 1932

Page

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Snipers Fire at Chauncey Mine Tipple Sparks Guard Reply

National Guard forces in Chauncey repelled sniper fire at the No. 25 Manhattan Coat Company mine tipple as shrapnel and gunfire erupted near the Chauncey area. A guard gunner returned fire, no injuries reported, while additional shots targeted a bridge guard detail near the Chauncey area amid ongoing tensions. Colonel Gilson D. Light assumed command of Guard troops in the region, with Gen. Aaron M. Bush joining soon.

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Whip To Rush Bonus For Ex Soldiers After Long Campaign

A contingent of about 1,604 former soldiers arrived in Wheeling and were transported to Bellaire and other locales to remain as guests of the state while awaiting further movement. Army observers and highway officials oversaw the motor trains and a Zanesville kitchen prepared meals as the routes were cleared ahead of Sunday traffic.

Washington Njic Bellaire Venus Raio Wheeling Pennsylvania West Virgil Ion Zanesville Wille Han Ryan National Guard

England Invites U S to Conference with Debts Tariff Not Mentioned

The United States was invited to attend an economic conference under League of Nations auspices. Officials said debts reparations and tariff rates would not be discussed, with the invitation still under review. The meeting, likely in October, aims to address financial and economic problems per Lausanne framework.

England U.S Washington United States League of Nations State Department United Sates Suite Department Department Asbeste League of Nations Committee

German Riots Take Four Lives Before Reichstag Vote

Berlin on the eve of the Reichstag elections saw deadly clashes leaving four dead and ten wounded. Republican Reichsbanner members were shot at Reisenburg near Koenigsberg, East Prussia, as violence erupted with Communists and police.

Berlin Germany Republican Reichsbanner Reisenburg Koenlesberg East Prussia Po- Hee

Refrigerator sale highlights in old classified ad

The Messenger classifieds advertised a 100 pound Waie Frost all metal refrigerator with 2 gallon water cooler for 35 dollars. Carpenter Hardware sold the unit after the third insertion as readers acted on impulse or by careful comparison, proving classifieds drive quick sales.

Carpenter's Hardware Simre Carpenter Hardware

Razors Cause Damage Suit Against Gillette Co

New York July 30 UPI A 80 000 000 damage suit filed against the Gillette Safety Razor Co and 19 officers by Trophy Tower Sales Corpora tion operators of razor blade vending machines with headquarters in Cleveland. The suit alleges Sherman and Clayton anti trust violations through a merger intended to eliminate competition from other razor blade companies. It claims a conspiracy between Gillette and Autostrep Safety Rotor Company via a November 1930 merger. It charges officers and directors caused Gillette to buy out Trophy Blade Company, a competitor with whom Trophy Tower had a 17 contract for blade purchases.

New York UPI Tras Gillette Safety Razor Co Trophy Tower Sales Corporation Cleveland Gillette Company Sherman Clayton Gillette Autostrep Safety Rotor Company Trophy Blade Company Rezor Blades

Stale Sandwich Illness Hits Oklahoma City Camp

About 200 people became ill after eating stale meat in sandwiches served at the Community Camp civic relief center. Doctors treated 75 patients, with 15 in critical condition, at area hospitals, after a University Club party leftovers were distributed.

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Record of Veterans Is Merred After Washington's Battle

Beverly writer laments the Washington visit of 15 000 veterans. He praises their order and restraint despite hunger, notes they behaved better than many groups, and argues their record was marred by later outbursts. He asks whether similar crowds would have kept calm.

Washington Beverly Calit Senate

Iowa Farmers Prepare Holiday Strike in August

Milo Reno, president of the Farmers Holiday Association, announced Iowa will begin a 26 day strike August 15 or 16 to push for higher farm prices. About 75 county organizations approved the plan at a meeting, with a nationwide spread expected. Stay at home, sell nothing is the slogan.

Iowa Milo Reno Acav Reno Kaa

Ohio River campers head to Pomeroy Bend district to meet

District commissioners set plans for a Monday meeting as Ohio River area campers head to Pomeroy Bend. Papal City author Nelsonville reports final tax distribution of 3500 dollars. School roundup conducted amid typhoid precautions and finance notes.

Bseimes Ohio River Pomeroy Bend Papal City Auchor Nelsonville Ecking County Eogan News Bonus Anay Washington Maschke Cleveland Marian Bush

BEF Camps At Park Near Johnstown Pa Describes Army Aid Standoff

A chaotic scene around Johnstown Pennsylvania as BEF units camp in a city park near Johnstown. Food and aid were provided while tensions rose over state help and possible relocation to Ohio. Local officials and merchants urged care for locals first amid protests from the Chamber of Commerce and American Legion. Police and highway crews struggled to steer a peaceful outcome as the army contingent remained in place.

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20 Cent Cut In Coal Rate Held Lawful

In Columbus, Supreme Court Judge Edward Matthian denied a request by four Ohio shippers to stop a 20 cent per ton coal rate cut from becoming effective. The Public Utilities Commission had ordered the reduction, opposed by several railroads and allied lines. Judge Matthian ruled that delaying the rates would cause greater harm, noting adverse effects on railroads outweighed the benefits of blocking the cut.

Columbus Sielda Canton Afussillon Clevesland Lorain Ohio Supreme Court Edward Matthian Atemore New York Wwania Piey T Virginia Yor Weeeling and Lake Ert Matthiau Monlay Aja

White Seeks Explanation on Bribe Charge

In Columbus Ohio Governor Georga White requests explanation from Duncan McCrea Wayne County assistant prosecuting attorney regarding claims that a governor’s office clerk took a $1000 bribe in an extradition case. The issue arose amid a hearing for James Licavoli, Detroit gangster, on a murder charge as Ohio denied extradition and Michigan police re-arrested him.

Columbis Georga White Duncan McCrea Wayne Cau Jamey Licavoli Detroit Elis Ohio Art Michigan

Blast Kills Three at Hercules Powder Plant

An explosion wrecked the Hercules Powder Company mixing plant in Cahir killing three men and injuring others. Fire crews fought the blaze as authorities investigated the cause of the blast at the facility on July 20.

Cahir Hercules. Powder Company

Union President Escapes Under Police Protection After Riot

In Johnson City 5000 miners rioted at a mass union meeting, forcing John H. Walker of the Illinois Miners Union to flee under Sheriff James Frick and deputies protection. Rocks struck the platform as threats and clashes erupted, with Walker urging calm as authorities moved in.

Johnson City UPJA John H. Walker Mllinois Miner's Union James Frick Howe Walker Waller Poligy Herste Tgen Tim Triineu

Olympic Parade Opens Los Angeles Games with 100000 Crowd

A crowd of more than 100000 filled Olympic Stadium Los Angeles for the opening of the tenth Olympiad as athletes paraded in standardized uniforms. The ceremony featured the oath by athletes and the United States as host nation led the march in the opening event broadcast live.

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Mani Struck By Guardsman At Nelsonville

A Guardsman struck Mani in a West Columbia pool hall prompting a National Guard investigation. Frank Rance Sr was injured in the melee as officers pursued a wanted man. Roeges Sr was wounded and apprehended after a confrontation at the Lola Wend pool room. Mayor Hickman ordered further inquiry and a conference with Prosecutor John Botin.

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Roosevelt Pledges Action on Repeal in Albany Speech

Albany dispatch reports Governor Franklin D Roosevelt, the Democratic nominee, voiced support for repealing the Eighteenth Amendment. He urged Congress to act and proposed an international currency conference while blaming the current Republican administration for economic woes. The speech signals a campaign focus on economic relief and tax reforms.

Albany N.Y Swift J.ranelin D. Roosevelt Poent Hia Atind War Party Truto Roosevelt Plank Congress

Tax Books Open for Real Estate Taxes in Athena County

Athena County treasurer G D Gerham announced that the books for real estate taxes are open and will stay open through August. Payments may be mailed or made at the county treasurer's office in the Courthouse, with outside collections by Gorham in Albany Amesville and Nelsonville. The second installment of tangible, intangible and personal taxes will be collected in September, dates to be announced. Johnstown July 01 Commander W W Waters reports in Baltimore that he is investigating private property offers for a permanent BEF camp near Washington and asks Mayor Eddie McCloskey to provide asylum for two to three weeks while the probe proceeds.

Carbon Hil David Watkins United Zerg of America Jerry Mathenysident William Winegman Carbon Hill Watkins O. F. Hall Nelanville Nelsonville Accetlvs Pasmenss Athena County Treagrer G. D. Gerham County Treaanrer Gorham Albany Amesville Johnstown W. W. Waters Baltimore Eddie McCloskey BEF Washington McClorkey

Fleming Faces Trial Over Altered Election Material

Fleming and 28 witnesses were subpoenaed as state moves to begin trial Monday against W. Durbin Kenton and others over circulating Unstoned election material from The Ohio Examiner. Brooks Fletcher for Congress is targeted. Schmacher and Key of Marion named in the publication’s story. The trial is expected to run most of next week.

Bucyrus U.pre Clarence, Brown Grover Fleming Ohio Examiner W. W Buevius Ohn A. Key Marion

Survey Shows 2,000 More To Start Monday

A New York survey report notes 2,000 more workers to rejoin the labor force by Monday as reemployment picks up in several sectors. Unemployment trends show a broadened hiring push, with textile and industrial activity edging higher in midwinter.

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Breweries Plan For Happy Day Operations In Toledo

In Toledo on July 30 plans emerged for Happy Day brews as Special engineers are assembled to prepare Yom' Kaze beer, with Woolner and Buckeyes Breweries ready to start. Owens-Hlingia Cisss Co has estimated costs for plant upgrades across 12 plants nationwide, aiming for quick full operation. hotels have not ordered wine but could reopen bars on short notice.

Toledo Companisa Dnt Fargs Woolner Buckeyes Manutaghire Owens-Hlingia Cisss Co Manufaca Turava

Bolivian Troops Take Two Paraguayan Fortifications in Chaco

Bolivian forces seized two Paraguayan blockhouses in the Chaco in movements Thursday and Friday, as reprisals for Paraguay. A raid on Fortin Florida outpost occurred on July 25. Casualties were not disclosed. one Bolivian soldier was killed Thursday.

Jody Compat LA Paz Chaco Fortin Florida

Widow Mrs Danes Dies at Home in San Antonio Suburb

Mrs C Danes a widow aged unknown died Saturday night at her son L N Danes home on East State Street. She leaves another son Frank Danes of San Antonio and two daughters Mrs Buccanan of Mingo Junction and Mrs Susan Taylor of Pleasantville. Funeral arrangements pending.

San C. Danes L. N.danes Frank Danes

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