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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1920

Page

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Additional Troops Sent Into Ireland To Quell Sinn Fein Attacks

British forces plan further reinforcement as 1,200 marines and 1,000 Devon regiment troops prepare to sail to Queenstown. Sinn Fein raids devastate barracks across four counties, with Blarney and Fenit among the worst hit. 400 buildings destroyed since Easter.

Ireland Sinn Fein Webb Miller United Press Dublin Valiant Plymouth Devon Regiment Queenstown Blarney County Cork Fenit County Kerry MacReady Hamar Greenwood London London Post

Rule Conventions To Be Held Where Negroes Are Admitted

The Republican National Committee voted to require notice that district and state conventions may not be held in buildings where negroes are barred. The rule, aimed at Southern conventions, echoes later adjustments to apply nationwide.

Chicago Republican National Committee Warren Michigan Oklahoma Muskogee Okla South Hynicka Ohio Pat Sullivan Wyoming Howell Nebraska Jackson Georgia North Hart Kentucky

Women’s Party to Picket Republican Convention

After Delaware defeated ratification, National Women’s Party leaders prepare to travel to Chicago to picket the Republican convention. The militant suffragists argue the Republican Party bears responsibility for blocking final ratification before the November election.

Washington Delaware National Women’s Party Chicago Republican Party

Kidnapper Jean Valentine Arrested in Buffalo Case

Police rounded up Jean Valentine accused of abducting five year old Edward Labelle Jr. of Atlantic City after a tip led to a rooming house at 114 Wilkinson Street where the boy was found. Edward Labelle Sr. identified Valentine, who claimed the boy would be turned over for a $200 payoff.

Buffalo N. Y Jean Valentine Edward Labelle, Jr Edward Labelle Atlantic City Valentine Wilkinson St Edward, Jr St. Louis Edward Wilkinson Street Labelle

Maple Hill Coal Co Moves Equipment Across State Lines

The Maple Hill Coal Company, now operating in York township near Deanville, plans moving part of its mining gear to Clairsville West Virginia. The company store and eight houses will be relocated to begin a new operation in the neighboring state.

Maple Hill Coal Company York Township Deanville Clairsville W. Va

Heating System Extension Planned at Ohio University

Dr Alston Ellis says work to extend the central heating system at Ohio University will start soon. Charles De Molet will supervise the project, extending service along University Terrace to the Agricultural Building from the Training school with tunnels to Ellis Hall and to the sub dorms south of the training school.

Ohio University Alston Ellis Charles de Molet University Terrace Ellis Hall

Weather lifts Iowa crops with strong emergence and early fruit prospects

Columbus reports a sunny week with seasonable temperatures aiding field work. Winter wheat worsened by Hessian fly is improving as oats, barley and rye grow well. 75 to 80 percent of corn planted and about half up with good stands. hay and pasture growth slow without rain. apples look strong though some sections report heavy drops. potato acreage may drop. a new electric toaster timing attachment is noted.

Columbus

Warns on European Supremacy and League of Nations

Senator Hiram Johnson of California warned a Cleveland audience to beware European and Asiatic diplomacy and to oppose the League of Nations. He said the league could Americanize Europe and Europeanize America, attacked the administration for profiteer favoritism, and urged stronger justice for all with firm public service.

Cleveland United States League of Nations League Germany Johnson

Fishing in Michigan Waters by Merle R Crooks Beulah

Merle R. Crooks reports from Beulah Michigan about trout and blue gill fishing. He notes a morning catch of twelve rainbow trout and a basket of blue gills, all caught using fly fishing. He compares fishing to football and baseball in excitement. Spring buffers hold shade rollers in position without tools or woodwork damage.

Merle R. Crooks Beulah, Mich

Lowden gains delegates through committee decisions

The Republican National Committee, in Chicago, seated Wood and Lowden backed delegates across several districts as contests were decided. Johnson and Butler received notable support, while some districts refused seating, including a Missouri district where both Wood and Lowden faces were removed. The Mississippi and North Carolina races produced all white official delegations, with Wood and Lowden facing varied outcomes as hearings progressed.

Harold D. Jacobs United Press Chicago Republican National Committee Frank O. Lowden Leonard Wood Hiram Johnson Wood Lowden Jacob L. Hamon Oklahoma Johnson Nicholas Murray Butler William C. Sproul Warren G. Harding Calvin Coolidge Howard Sutherland Miles Poindexter Hannon J. C. Pritchard Washington Minnesota Missouri Aryl Arkansas California Connecticut Delaware Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kentucky Louisiana Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Mississippi Montana New Hampshire New Jersey New York North Carolina Ohio Oregon Pennsylvania South Carolina South Dakota Texas Vermont Virginia West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming Alaska District of Columbia Hawaii Porto Rico Alabama Arizona Kansas Colorado Nebraska Nevada New Mexico North Dakota Rhode Island Tennessee Philippine Islands Florida Georgia J. ©. McCall Nashville Tenn McCall T. C. Moore Second Congressional District L. G. Disney Muskogee Okla L. G. Grant Stillwell John Raper Coweta F. P. Snyder J. L. Hannon

Elimination Race Opened Between Resolute and Vanitie

New York June 3 wind forecasts set west and southwest conditions for the America's Cup defender elimination races between the sloops Resolute and Vanitie. Crews were on deck early in preparation for the first trials to defend the cup against Sir Thomas Lipton's Shamrock IV.

New York Resolute Vanitie Thomas Lipton

Hughes once led a cow into chapel at Colgate dinner

New York report recalls Charles Evans Hughes past antics as Huck Finn era humor fades. The former justice recounts a tale of guiding a cow into a chapel during a Colgate University dinner.

New York Huck Finn Charles Evans Hughes Supreme Court Colgate

Murder Case Heads to Jury in Rochester

The trial of Pearl O'Dell for the murder of Edward J. Kneip was expected to reach the jury today after court instructions. Judge Thompson ruled out testimony on James O'Dell’s mental status, the husband awaiting electrocution at Sing Sing. A separate note mentions a pygmy race found at 2000 feet altitude in New Guinea by British scientists.

Rochester N. Y Pearl O'Dell Edward J. Kneip Thompson James O'Dell Sing Sin New Guinea

Troy township completes community work plans

In Coolville on June 3 the Troy township program outlines for women cover sanitation child welfare and home conveniences with hot lunches school meals parent-teacher groups sewing clubs and home efficiency surveys conducted with county health officials. Men’s plans are prepared and joint efforts with Ohio State University experts begin this week.

Coolville Troy Township Athens County Troy County” Health Board Ohio State University F. L. Arnold C. E. Keller EB. H. Stout C. C. Richardson

Three Boys Fatally Hurt In Mine Powder Explosion

In Alliance, Ohio, Frank Sebo four dies after powder and dynamite caps found in an abandoned mine explode in pockets. Brothers John eight and Harold Agnew eleven are severely burned and dying at Alliance City Hospital. Coroner probes cause.

Agnew Sebring Mahoning County

One Cent Damages Awarded in Slander Case

The Koscie-Vincie slander case jury awarded the plaintiff one cent in damages at noon after a forty minute deliberation. The plaintiff sought $500 for damage to reputation from allegedly slanderous remarks by the defendant amid a brief trial with three witnesses.

Bell Files Candidacy for Secretary of State

Harry A. Bell of Steubenville filed his declaration of candidacy on June 3 in Columbus for the Democratic nomination for secretary of state.

Columbus Harry A. Bell Steubenville

Joint Resolution Ends Legislative Work By 4 P M

Washington June 3 Congress will adjourn finally next Saturday at 4 p m after the Senate passed a House approved joint resolution. Senate vote 44 to 24. President Wilson signaled no objection to adjournment now barring grave emergency. Next regular session opens in December as many members head to conventions and campaigns.

Washington Congress Senate House Underwood Wilson Lodge Tion Ee Norris Nebraska Kenyon Trammell Chicago Francisco Armenia

Uncle Sam Plans Campaign Against Freak Styles in Women’s Garments

Cleveland June 3 J G Weatherby assistant to Attorney General Palmer announced the government’s entry into the styles contest. He urged meat manufacturers to help convince women they do not need extreme frills to improve appearance and said the department supports returning to conservative styles.

Cleveland Uncle Sam J. G. Weatherby Palmer Weatherby Arment

Sailors clash in Waukegan riot over race tensions

In Waukegan Illinois Rear Admiral Bassett warned he would bar sailors from entering the city after a second race related clash in two weeks. Two marines were slightly injured as police and about 150 sailors fought near the Sherman House a negro hotel. A sailor with an American flag led the marines as police used riot guns until marines from the Great Lakes Naval Training Station arrived.

Waukegan Ill Bassett Great Lakes Naval Training Station Sherman House

Masons Hold Special Convocation at Paramathia Lodge

Paramathia Lodge No. 25 F A M convenes Friday evening June 4 at 7 30 with one candidate for third degree. Past Master Hinchman to preside. J L Duncan W M J A Palmer Sec.

Paramathia Lodge No. 25 Hinchman J. L. Duncan W. M

Ver a Cruz Plague Quarantine Shuts City as Clean-up Ordered

Vera Cruz reports two new bubonic plague cases prompting a city-wide quarantine and mass clean-up. By order of the city, all business will suspend tomorrow and residents must clear rubbish. noncompliant houses face fines.

Vera Cruz Cie Vera Crus

Vermont Democrats Go Uninstructed At Convention

Vermont's delegates to the national Democratic convention will go uninstructed as the state convention in Rutland decided. The body also favored light wines and beer, woman suffrage and universal military training.

Rutland Vermont

Military Parade Shows Strength Of New Mexican Republic

In Mexico City on June 2 a 25 000 strong revolutionary army paraded to back President Rodolfo de la Huerta. The display included diverse units and new border fabrics while Yaqui fighters wore Carranza era uniforms. Obregon rode at the front in uniform, signaling his withdrawal from the army as Calles became war minister.

Mexico City Revolutionary Army Rodolfo de la Huerta Huerta Carranza Republic Sonora Mexico Pelaez Felix Diaz Vera Cruz Villa General Obregon P. Elias Calles Obregon Yucatan Tabasca

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