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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1929
Page
1
A theft of Dr. H. Daugherty’s automobile near Chauncey Ohio is tied to a Black Hand of America letter found in the garage of the Athens County Infirmary superintendent. Investigating officers reported the car shown signs of use and damage with no license tag and a damaged radiator cap.
The Department of Agriculture booklet explains modern methods to preserve fruit and vegetables so they keep well. No kitchen should be without this authoritative guide for housewives. Send four cents with name and address for return postage and handling.
Paris June 5 After a decade of talks the Dawes plan is replaced by the Young plan. Germany will pay about 25.1 billion dollars in annuities over 58 years to the Allies France Britain Belgium Italy and others with a new International Bank to oversee settlement and private management of railroads.
Lindbergh is described enjoying a motor boat ride with goggles and clowning to keep reporters guessing. Will Rogers marks his Beverly Hills birthday, saying he is older in years only. The piece hints at political shifts and financial signals, mentioning Ramsay MacDonald and a reserve policy, then discusses wheat prices and farmer anxieties with a note of a large fund to be raised.
The old Bowery Theater in New York was destroyed by a spectacular blaze seen across Manhattan, Brooklyn and New Jersey. The decrepit landmark, over 100 years in use for drama, was known as the cradle of early American actors and actresses.
In Charlotte on June 5 a crowd of 4,500 veterans joined a parade. The 39th annual United Confederate veterans reunion featured the blare of 22 bands and strong civic pageantry through the city streets.
Wilmington Delaware June 5 URs An alleged plan to steal the Aquiplane Roma and fly it to Rome was stopped by state police and Bellanca officials. Six men arrived in a car to seize the aircraft hidden in the hangar. one was said to be an expert pilot. The six escaped before police could detain them. Bellanca manager Alfred Chandler said names of the men were known. A mysterious phone call allegedly revealed the theft plan.
In Porter magistrate court Charles and Elmor Gould faced charges by sister Sarah Stanley for neglecting their aged father George Gould. Both pleaded guilty after promising to provide care. Arrests were made by Constable Harry Patten. the Goulds reside in Pomeroy.
In Springfield Illinois a juvenile court weighs future of Jimmy Harrison a year-old boy linked to the death of Norman Conwill 16 after a pistol discharged in an alley scuffle. Prosecutors say Jimmy grabbed a neighbor’s .44 and fired. He remains in detention as jurors consider action.
In Mansfield Ohio in April Hugo Ohly and relatives were implicated in stealing a pouch of registered mail valued at 12 000 dollars. The family including Gertrude Victor Florence face arraignment on charges with detectives tracing stolen bond coupons found in the car and in clothing purchases. Other family member held earlier was returned to Mansfield.
Delegates from eight clubs attended the district meet in Logan with Arthur R. Harper of Columbus as principal speaker. The event drew 175 attendees, including notable figures such as Clarence Fox and Ned Harrington, and featured a program of addresses, song, and dancing.
The second annual district Child Welfare Conference opened at the Athens Presbyterian Church this morning with 82 representatives from Vinton, Hocking and Athens Counties. Prominent speakers discussed the church role in welfare work and the juvenile court's function in preventing delinquency and supporting families.
City welcomes 1500 guests as the fourth annual gathering of magicians turns the streets into a theater. Hats, tricks, and card games fill shops and hotels while spectators react to conjuring feats and staged performances in public venues.
David Johnson, deputy registrar of motor vehicles, and Iandie Ward, state auditor, sent 100 notices to motorists in Athens County urging tag transfers. A $25 fine applies if transfers are not completed, unless completed by Friday. transfer cost is $1.25 and requires a bill of sale and registration slip.
June 5 report shows Sharps reduce liquor shipments for export to the United States after obtaining clearance papers from Canadian ports, as disclosed by the Customs Service in Ottawa.
Washington report on June 1 notes backers threaten filibuster to block passage of the farm bill while debenture provisions remain unresolved. Grain market gains bolster calls for immediate action as congress weighs stabilization operations and revolving fund details.
Starting tomorrow June 6 Athens city adopts a new traffic code. Officials mark Court Street and extend parking limits to other streets with new markings. West Union Street to High Street seen one hour limits. Safety Director Franz L Woodworth seeks an extra patrolman to enforce the code and aid police work.
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