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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1931

Page

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Rival Unions Battle for Men in East Ohio Labor Clash

Rival unions contest recognition as a strike torn scene in Belmont and surrounding counties with miners and guards at odds. Howard Lett and Maj. John A. Blount observe tense conditions while Provident Mine resists recognizing the United Mine Workers.Officials plan further talks as a crisis looms and mediation is sought from state authorities.

Aline Belmont Howard Lett John A. Blount Ohio National Guard George White Gene. Flenderson Provident Ohio Pennsylvania West Virginia United Mine "Workers of America Gether Fun Saxton John Jayne Hrad Thomas Pursglove Mining Gulon Columbus Cor. Weare White

Weather Summary for Phoenix El Paso and Western States

In the latest regional weather note the Phoenix area shows 104 with 66 as a low, El Paso at 96, Yellowstone at 38, Cal- at 8, and Medicine Hat at 40 with general fair conditions. Pressure distribution suggests continued fair weather tonight with a potential rise in warmth tomorrow.

Phoenix el Paso Yellowstone Cal

Farmers and Merchants Protest Rail Freight Increase

Agriculturists lumbermen cotton men and general merchants oppose a proposed 10 percent rise in freight rates. Some withhold protests awaiting hearings by the Interstate Commerce Commission while others condemn the petition in strong terms. The American Railway Association notes railways pay substantial taxes while farmers fear higher costs amid calls for rate reductions.

Washington American Railway Association Net Dncoriu Atxes Carl Willame Eral Farm Board Fedst Agri Gener Waa

Banks and bandwagon politics touch world events

A crowded column surveys banks and credit, Hoover era policy, and risks of bank failures. It notes 1326 banks failed in 1980, six thousand since, with seven million depositors affected. It also covers Queen Mary’s Buckingham Palace ball, Capone’s tax case, and a Hungary execution scene with a tearful hangman apprentice.

Hoover England Buckingham Palace

Convict and Blast Victim Die In Cleveland House Explosion

In Cleveland an explosion leveled a two story house killing 43 year old convict and former operator Mariana Lombardo. Police theorize Lombardo may have started the blaze as an act of revenge. Neighbors fled as debris and flaming wreckage rained across the street.

Cleveland U.pr Mariana Lombardo Lombardo Debria Fremen James di Gaetano Chicago Battalion William Carmak

Quarry Is Drained in Thelma Woods Case at Lima Pool

The quarry pool near Lima, drained from three to six feet, is to yield clues in the Thelma Woods murder case. Earl Truesdale, 21, Woods' companion on May 29, is believed to be the second possible victim as investigators aim for a complete bottom survey before nightfall.

Lima Thelma Woods Earl Truesdale

Vacation Edition Promises Helpful Travel Coverage

The Messenger announces its first annual vacation supplement appearing Sunday. Twelve pages describe scenic spots in Ohio and the United States to aid summer travel planning by railroad airplane or automobile. Staff writers contribute comprehensive Ohio First themed articles.

Ohio United States Rairoad

Miner dies from cave in at Floodwood mine

Nelsonville June Wyest Special George U Hayden 42 of Mason City Hill Nelsonville died in Lancaster Hospital from injuries suffered when a fall of slate at the Old Floodwood mine trapped him. Fellow miner Frank Harper also injured but not critical. Hayden leaves wife and three children Ethel Kathleen George Jr and Charles Bark the youngest four months. Funeral services set for Sunday at the residence.

Nelsonville George U Hayden Mason City Hill Lancaster Oriday Pany Old Floodwood Lancaster Hospital Me O Frank Harper Mason City Hayden J. H. Hyde Harper Ethel Kathleen, Giearge Jr Charles Bark

Western Open Golf Begins Under Sunny Dayton Skies

Art Smith of Athens CC among ten scorers on day one as the Western Open Golf Championship gets underway in Dayton. Smith shoots six over par 78 after a 37 on the front nine, with Ohio stars like Gene Marki and Denny Shute among early contenders in a field of twenty Ohio players.

Art Smith Athens Country Club Dayton Smith Carlin Ios Miami Valley Gulf Clul Buckeye Gene Marki Asistant Pro Miami Villey Cink Lou Waldron Celina Mark Rorss Denny Shute Hudson Shute Wig

Fliers suspended pilots over Harding Memorial in Columbus

Four Columbus pilots had licenses temporarily suspended after investigation into airplanes flying over the Harding Memorial during the Tuesday dedication. President Hoover ordered the probe, urging the Aviation Department to make an example of the pilots due to noise disruption during speeches by Coolidge and Hoover. White refused to countermand his order to suspend J. C. Smart, chief of the State Gasoline Tax Division. A World War veteran, John James, 39, committed suicide in Circleville jail, with jail staff reporting the act.

Harding Memorial Eaanspie Columbus Airplan Harding Hoover Aviation Department President Coolidge Presdant Hoover White Pat Columbus State Tax Commission J. C. Smart Circleville John James

Senate approves tobacco tax and appropriations bill

The Senate passed a five cent tax on stamped cigars and the House approved the appropriation bill. The plan reallocates revenue to state funds, counties, and municipalities, and sets penalties for opening stamped packages. A constitutional amendment for a bond issue was also approved for welfare and penitentiary funding.

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Al Given Break By Uncle Sam In Opinion Of Rogers

Beverly Hills Calif The government claims an armistice with Al Capone allowing him to go to jail in person for two years The arrangement tasks Capone s lieutenants to continue operations and send receipts to the prison while the government provides meals clothing and protection The plan would release him around the time business regains momentum revealing a controversial view on government strategy

al Capone Treasury Department Capone Uncle Sam Rogers Beverly Hills Calif Jal Crimeati

Rescue Clings to Window Ledge High Over Chicago Street

A man identified as Walter 1 dranden larg clung to a sixth floor window ledge while flames swept a Chicago apartment. Firefighters rescued him after about 20 minutes of danger as the blaze trapped residents. The incident caused extensive damage and halted access to the building with a reported loss near $10.08.

Chicago Dune Walter Dranden Larg Cie Marti Iinnie Brandenburg Acho James Alan

North Yolo Submarine Nautilus Damaged in Rough Seas

The Nautilus, damaged in mid Atlantic and towed by the Wyoming, faced heavy seas as Captain Hubert Wilkins plans a route toward the North. The ship lost the bridge and periscope, with only one motor working, while the Wyoming maintained inshore contact and radio communications.

Sterna Washington Hubert Wilkins Weblion Navy Department Navy Wyoming Nautilua Alda

Dry Agents Are Not Being Cut

Washington reports that prohibition enforcement will not see cuts in Hoover's economy plan. Mitchell and Woodcock cannot locate possible reductions, with about 50 million dollars needed yearly to fund federal enforcement. Woodcock suggests no current plan for cuts, though a possible increase could be requested later.

Washington U.P Hoover Mitchell Amos W. Woodcock Woodcock Congress

Woman Hides With Soldiers in Sahara Legion

In Sidi Bel Abbes Algeria reports say a woman disguised as a man enlisted in the French Foreign Legion and served six months at Moora in 1905 after duplicating her twin brother during medical exams. Units will inspect troopers to root out hidden women.

Sidi-Bel-Abrbes Algeria Bupp Paretgn Legion Belig Wrnkn Itpo Rave Grered-balteet Sfeaert Legion Plies Leyden Moora Ache Ana Sahara

Tension Rises as Prison Searches for Dynamite at Colorado Pen

Prison officials faced heightened fear of a new mutiny after a special squad swept the Colorado State Penitentiary in search of a reported dynamite stash. A ward reported to Denver authorities that enough explosives existed to wreck the facility, sparking concern among inmates and guards.

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Grangers Meet Athens County Pomont Grange Event

Members of the Athens County Pomont Grange will be entertained by Athens Grange at the Grange Hall Fair Grounds on Saturday. The meeting will continue all day with dinner served by Athens Grange and a program of interest to members.

Athens County Pomont Grange Athens Grange Fair Grounds Dineher

State Budget Debate Highlights Tax Clash and Cuts

Washington. June 19. President Hoover approves a budget plan amid a heated House debate over utility taxes and welfare funding. Lawmakers discuss $2100 appropriations for state highway construction and cuts to education while asserting influence from wealthy interests. The Senate plans major changes, with a likely joint conference to resolve differences.

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