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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 07, 1923

Page

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British Poet Blames United States For Woman Worship Charge

Sir William Watson argues in a reflective essay that America exhibits gyneocracy and female influence over public life. He contends prohibition reflects women’s power more than men’s will, noting Anglo American attitudes and humor as a stabilizing force.

William Arson United States William International Faciliter William Watson I. N Ambleside Westmoreland England America Fort 18 Ehehtr

Cadiz former Ohio house speaker urges world court support

Rupert R. Beetham of Cadiz urged Columbus listeners that Americans must study the world court issue until they recognize its necessity. He spoke in an address highlighting the international tribunal concept and its potential role in U S policy.

Columbus Rupert R. Beetham Cadiz Ohio House of Representatives

Twelve Passed Citizen Exams In Athens County Court

Twelve aspirants for American citizenship papers passed final exams Wednesday in Athens county common pleas court. Twenty three took the tests with three applications dismissed and eight cases continued. Passing: Giacomo Amato John Hubal Augusto Pieri Glouster Frank Bobociewski Joseph Idzikowski Jacksonville John Chornik Buchtel Mike Jonas Nelsonville Andy Labick Millfield Mike Verba Orbiston Julius Ssihedi Canaanville Frank Millingtor Chauncey George Kulik Millard.

Athens County Orbiston Julius Ssihedi Canaanville Frank Millingtor Chauncey George Kulik Milleld

Debs Speech Opens Racket in Columbus Critique

The Columbus Federation of Labor criticizes local officials of the American Legion and the Columbus Chamber of Commerce for censoring public expression as Memorial Hall and the chamber auditor room are blocked for Eugene V. Debs speech set for June 22.

Columbus Columbus Federation of Labor American Legion Columbus Chamber of Commerce Memorial Hall Chamber of Commerce Auditori Eugene V. Debs

Repeater Returns to Reform School After Parole Violation

Elyria Ohio June 7 Frank Smith sent back to Mansfield reformatory to finish three year term after parole for a box car robbery. He allegedly attempted another theft during parole. Defiance Ohio Better Business Association votes unanimously to continue its organization.

Elyria, O Frank Smith Mansfield Reformatory Efiance Defiance Better Business Association

German peace terms unsettled despite new proposals

Brussels dispatch reports that despite Poincare Thouins talks the latest German offers do not move toward a settlement. Belgium links the plan with London and Rome, urging Allied consensus. France and Belgium push Berlin to end passive resistance and cooperate with occupying forces, possibly signaling tougher measures.

Frank E. Mason Brussels Great Britain Italy Belgium France London Rome Germany Poincare Thouins Berlin

Pickaway Grain Co-Op Formed With 132 Members In Circleville

Circleville O June 7 The Pickaway Grain company a co operative marketing group formed here with 132 members is in line with similar co op efforts at Kensington Columbiana county and Okeana Butler county. A number of grain elevators in Wood county have formed a county association and elevators in Hardin county are considering the same.

Circleville Pickaway Grain Company Kensington Columbiana County Okeana Butler County Wood County Hardin County

School board proposal to drop long time teacher sparks protest

In Bucyrus Ohio the board of education indicated Elizabeth Stauffer, a 49 year veteran teacher, might be removed to cut costs triggering strong public opposition from locals protesting the plan.

Bucyrus Board of Education Elizabeth Stauffer

Yeggmen Crack the Zenner Safe in Athens

Two burglars blew open the Zenner Co. store safe on North Court street between 2:30 and 3:00 am, escaping with at least 700 dollars in cash and many checks. Entry used a rear second story window and wire-assisted ascent, with nitroglycerin employed to blast the inner doors and the lock shattered. Wires, a steel punch, and a bundle carried away after tightly timed work. Mrs. Ralph Pevey saw two men around Congress apartments, then a touring car fled with the pair. Police suspect expert safe blowers. cash and checks missing, prompting a store-wide check of recent payments. Notification requested for anyone who paid by company checks on June 6.

Athens D. Zenner Co North Court Street Parker Ralph Pevey Congress Apartments Congress Street Zenner

Disaster Ends TC-1 Dirigible Service Over Dayton

The TC-1, the United States largest dirigible, was destroyed at Wilbur Wright Field in a storm. Two crew members, A C Marenville and Sergeant Harry Bernes, were hospitalized after the mooring incident and a lightning sparked explosion. both are reported to be in good condition.

Dayton United States Wilbur Wright Field A. C. Marenville Goodyear Akron Harry Bernes Scott Field Nen Illinois Clyde Kuntz Barnes and Maranvillé Milt Goodyear Rubber Company Dayton Larly Wilbur Wriehr Field

Parachute Jumper Sprains Ankle In Balloon Landing

A string of mishaps unsettles town events as Dunham breaks an improvised shot at Riverview Park and Prof Reeder Rolly sustains an ankle sprain during balloon ascent landing.

Dunham Riverview Park Reeder Rolly

Doctor claims 17 years research yields cancer cure

Thompsonville Michigan June 7 Dr Millard F Stever says after 17 years of study he has perfected a plaster based treatment that shrinks external cancer to a ball then heals the cavity He plans to reveal the formula after his death and turn it over to the medical profession He notes 18 months of cures with no recurrence and cautions doctors to view the claim skeptically until further verification.

S. N Thompsonville Mich Millard F. Stever Stever Benzie County Medical Society

Red Cross Nurses Seek Old Aprons for War Veterans Aid

In Athens a request is made for old Red Cross aprons and head kerchiefs used by women while making surgical dressings for World War veterans. Donors should leave articles with Miss Lewis at the Lestro building for a good cause.

Red Cross Athens Miss Lewis Lestro

Birth Rate in America Declining Amid Fast Society Life

Washington reports official birth rates across states showing a decline. The southwest and Northwest show higher rates, while Ohio and North Carolina record lower figures. factors cited include costs of maintenance, motherhood pressures, and a rise in death rates from 1921 to 1922.

America Washington Southwest United States Census Bureau Northwest North Caroliog Ohio

June Brides Own Month Promises Record Weddings

New York reports June as brides own month with a claim of record weddings. Dr Randolph Ray of the Little Church Around the Corner advocates careful marriage, warns against secrecy, and notes modern unions often end in divorce. he manages a steady stream of ceremonies this first week of June.

Jack Carberry I. N New York Randolph Ray Ray Dr. Ray

Beacons to Guide Night Air Mail Across Country

Chicago reports new beacons to guide Uncle Sam's air mail flyers at night. Each beacon stands four and a half feet high with a glass reflector and acetylene flame, spaced three miles apart along the 1000 mile Chicago to Cheyenne route. Landing fields every 26 miles will also be lit. first beacons set for this summer on the Chicago Cheyenne leg.

Uncle Sam Chicago Cheyenne Wyo

Banaran to Speak at Logan Flag Day Event

Rev James Banahan of Wellston and a World War chaplain will headline Logan Ohio Flag Day ceremonies June 14. A parade forms at the Elks club, marches east on Main to Orchard, then to court house square for outdoor rites. American Legion band provides music. organizers are Edward Eberst Frank Judy Jr and Mike Ward.

Logan James Banahan Wellston Athens Committee of Elks Father Banahan Tha Elks Atripes Elks Club Main Street Orchard Street Court House Square Logan Lodge American Legion Court Edward Eberst Frank Judy Jr Mike Ward

Kiwanis club hears plan for Paine residence golf club

Ki wanis club members announce a generous proposal by M. E. and C. F. Rathburn to convert the Paine residence beside Rutland high school into a club house. The plan includes 40 acres for a golf course with grounds and leased land, financed by the donors. Committees on constitution by laws membership and officers and equipment are named, with work to start in two or three weeks if the club is organized.

Bane

Bursum Pushes New Bonus Bill For Veterans

Senator H O Bursum Republican of New Mexico chairs the pension committee and urges enactment of a hundred million dollar World War I veterans bonus. He says the government forced soldiers to pay their own debts and vows to press for passage, warning of a tough fight in Congress.

Washington Congress Ator H. O. Bursum Republians New Mexico America Ing

Fatal Quarrel Sparks Inquest At Washington Ford

Inquest in Wy. residence heard Otho Adkins confess a quarrel over a Ford check led to a miner's camp dispute. Adkins admitted striking a boarder during intoxication, and authorities charged him with murder as the conflict at Glencoe escalated.

Boarder Clairsville Jane Washington Ford Glencoe Otho Adkins Ford Adkins Ning

County to Rent for Boxing Exhibitions on Memorial Day

County commissioners approved future boxing shows to be held for Decoration Day events. A previous boxing program during Decoration Day led to the plan and followed action in Lima Ohio.

Lima

Road work on Athens road detours planned near Coolville

Workers under Mr Renick begin grading and bridge work on the Coolville Washington stretch. Detours to a four mile fale road route are planned via Hock and other options.

Coolville Washington Athens Road Harnes

Lawsuit Filed in Athens County Pleas Court

In Athens County Pleas Court the suit involves Nelsonville as defendant. The plaintiff Mrs Girtis Dan claims 1.6 percent ages as damages arising from a colligte incident.

Nelsonville Athens County Pleas Court Girtis Dan

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