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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1924

Page

2

England May Change Law Englands Divorce Bill Emerges To Second Reading

London reports a bill to widen divorce grounds passed the House of Lords second reading despite clergy and laity opposition. The measure would allow divorce for desertion cruelty insanity imprisonment or confinement in a mental asylum in addition to marital unfaithfulness. Proponents led by Lord Buckmaster argue the aim is to ease human misery while opponents, including Archbishop of Canterbury, warn against altering moral law.

Luther A. Huston Staff Corp’t London Eng Church of Ndt House of Lords Lord Uckmaster Kent Lord Ckmaster England of Canterbury Dean Viscount Fitzalan

Reform of Divorce Law Sparks Moral Debate in England

The labor government’s stance on reforming divorce laws is the key uncertain factor in the current political situation. Critics warn that any act could weaken the moral fibre and character of the English people.

Labor

New Road Signs On Athens Co Routes

Speculation ends as a special crew under assistant division engineer O. W. Morrell paints road warnings and curve markings across Athens, Gallon, Morgan, Hocking, Jackson, Meigs, Vinton and Washington counties. The new markings aim to improve visibility and determine right of way, reducing accidents and aiding proof in collisions.

Athens County O. W. Morrell Athens Gallon Morgan Hocking Jackson Meigs Vinton Washington

Accident Report Mentions White Line Side Involvement

A fragment notes the driver was on his side of the white line when the accident occurred, indicating side involvement in the crash and suggesting partial roadway fault. No additional details are provided.

Edmundson Named Deputy Auditor for Athens County

J Clyde Edmundson is appointed deputy auditor of Athens County effective this week, while continuing duties in the tax duplicate department. A former city auditor of Athens for two terms and ex assistant treasurer at Ohio University, he has served in the auditor's office since fall 1919 and is noted for efficiency and courtesy in handling the county's exacting work.

J. Clyde Edmundson Athens County Edmunson Edmundson Athens Ohio University Messrs. Ashcraft & Sons Elmendorf Ohio Louisville Geo. Smith Utah Golden Jolly I. N. Keyes Hilliards Tiddledgwink Raleigh Eminent Magnate Sybil Picotee Fern Joseph Ashcraft Fairmont Coolville Ashcroft Plymouth Chester Folck

Three Born to Death in Toronto Michigan Case Brief

Aileen Pepall and her two children Ned aged 3 and Rosemary aged 5 were involved in a fatal incident reported from Toronto Michigan on June 5. Authorities described the death toll and ongoing investigation as details emerged from local officials.

Toronto, Mich Aileen Pepall Ned Rosemary

Toronto businessman’s family fire tragedy at summer home

A fire at a summer home on Jake Simcoe Street burned two residents early today. A maid and Jane Pepall escaped, while Mrs. Pepall died saving her children. An oil stove started the blaze. Pepall was a wealthy Toronto businessman.

Jake Simcoe Pepall Jane Toronto

Nation Can Now Boast Robbed Deputy Sheriff

Syracuse reports a bold theft as a bobbed haired girl bandit eludes capture after a reported fling. The incident highlights crime in Syracuse with authorities investigating the audacious robbery and noting the deputy sheriff’s status.

Nation NEA Syracuse N. YA

Zemo claimed to relief eczema and skin troubles

Advertisement promotes Zemo as a cure for eczema rashes and skin diseases available at drug stores for 35c or 1.00 for a large bottle. It claims instant relief from itching and soothing effects with Zemo liquid, soap 25c and ointment 50c, urging readers to buy today to avoid further distress.

Zemo

Bobbed Hair, Deputy Sheriff Mary Tormey Endorses Style

Mrs. Mary Tormey, a bobbed haired woman deputy sheriff and grandmother of twelve, proclaims bobbed hair to be comfortable convenient and healthful. She declares the style broadly approved and endorses its practicality.

Mary Tormey

Grand jury probes Chan Ner and Sawyer failure in Cincinnati

The Hamilton county grand jury has begun an investigation into the failure of the brokerage house Chan Ner and Sawyer, which collapsed last winter with debts exceeding a million dollars. Separate figures show total meat exports for the year ending June 30, 1923 totaling 918,694,954 pounds valued at 143,291,899 dollars.

Cincinnati Hamilton County Grand Jury Channer and Sawyer

Thieves Lift 180000 Francs From Monte Carlo Casino

Clever thieves used a shuffled card pack to steal 180000 francs from the Monte Carlo Casino in a recent operation. Authorities pursue leads as the heist risks reshaping casino security measures.

Monte Carlo

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