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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jun 24, 1920

Page

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Troops Put Londonderry Under Control After Night of Terror

Dispatches report several hundred troops arrived in Londonderry with armored cars and heavy weapons. A Dublin train carried physicians and medical supplies to assist hospitals as the city faced food shortages and rising violence between Sinn Feiners and Unionists.

London Londonderry Dublin Hamar Greenwood Ireland Gerry Sinn Maynooth Cardinal Logue Andonderry Carter Campbell

Million Dollar Oil Securities Fraud Indicted in U S Case

Federal officials announce indictments against four oil companies and multiple stock firms and individuals for misrepresentation in selling oil company securities. Five indictments claim over one million dollars defrauded, with posts office inspectors extending across the nation from Maine to California.

New York Srand United States District Court Postoffice Maine California Wall Street

Chiefs to Assemble in Chicago Friday

W G Lee president of the motherhood of railroad trainmen announced a meeting of brotherhood chiefs in Chicago on Friday. He declined to provide details or names of attendees before the gathering.

Cleveland W. G. Lee Motherhood of Railroad Brotherhood Chicago Lee Jer

Harding and Coolidge Born as Twin Boys in Lancaster

Twin boys born to Mr. and Mrs. Enos White in Lancaster County are named Harding and Coolidge in honor of the Republican national ticket heads.

Lancaster, O Enos White Harding and Coolidge

Cox Campaign Boosters Arrive to Mobilize Ohio Delegation

A Cox campaign train brought Ohio leaders to the fray with James E. Campbell at its head. Cox aides including Charles E. Morris and James G. Johnson joined officials like Claude Meeker and Phillip Berg. Utah delegate Samuel A. King noted the energy and boosted Cox as McAdoo’s strongest rival.

San Francisco Cox Ohio James E. Campbell Charles E. Morris George White E. H. Moore Robert Scott T. J. Duffy James G. Johnson Ohio Supreme Court Claude Meeker Ira Pointius State Bank Phillip C. Berg Robert T. Drew Cox Morris Samuel A. King Utah McAdoo

Keep Cool Do Not Open Windows After Sundown

Public Health Service advice urges keeping windows open at night for cool air and closing blinds after sunrise. Cook early using a fireless cooker if possible and keep the kitchen door shut. Do not raise shades until after sundown to conserve cool air.

U. S. Public Health Service

Murphy faces federal no action in Tammany graft case

Federal officials said no action had been taken in the conspiracy to defraud the federal government of excess profit taxes indicted against Charles F. Murphy boss of Tammany Hall and associates. The case centers on alleged tax fraud estimated at 600000 to 800000 involving Murphy Arthur Baldwin and John A McCarthy with others named by the grand jury.

New York Charles F. Murphy Tammany Hall Murphy Arthur J. Baldwin John A. McCarthy James °. Smith Corn Products Co Ernest Walden

Florida Legion Opposes Cash Bonus Legislation

The Florida department of the American Legion adopted a resolution opposing cash bonus legislation in any form by a vote of 84 to 39.

Tampa Fila Florida Department of the American Legion

Outlaw Rail Strikes Raise Alarm Across Nation

Officials warn unauthorized railroad strikes threaten coal supply amid a 365 million ton deficit. Washington reports production gains may stall without more cars, with New England and the Northwest at risk. Switchmen and rail unions impact eastern output as the labor board wage decision looms.

Washington National Coal Association J. D. A. Morrow New England Northwest States Interstate Commerce Commission Morrow Ohio East Baltimore W. N. Doak Brotherhood of Railroad Doak Chicago Railroad Labor Board Wilson

Howell AyO Killing Ruled Accidental by Howell

Canton Ohio June 24 Dick Howell on trial for the murder of Detective Anthony Skotnicky testified that the shooting was accidental He said the detective offered him freedom for 3300 and that after a bargain at Skotnicky dinner Howell joked about paying 100 The officer allegedly drew a gun during a struggle and it fired fatally

Canton Dick Howell Anthony Skotnicky Skotnicky Howell Skotty

Miner Fractures Left Foot In Canannville Slate Fall

Frank Hawk employed at the Can oan mine sustained a fracture to his left foot from a slate fall this morning in Can an ville.

Canaanville Frank Hawk Canoan

Ohio University Summer School Enrollment Surges

Enrollment at Ohio University summer session reaches 2131 with more students expected to push the total toward 2200. Campus crowds fill classrooms and streets, boosting business for banks, restaurants, and shops as new faces flood the city.

Ohio University

Captain Hall Returns Home From New York Encampment

Captain Daniel M. Hall commander-in-chief of the G A R returned to Columbus from Syracuse where he attended the New York state encampment. He was sidelined by a cold that kept him from addressing the encampment and confined to his room. His condition is not consid-

Columbus Daniel M. Hall Syracuse N. Y New York State Hall

Bank Breaker Given Maximum Sentence in State Banking Case

Bruce R. Campbell former secretary and treasurer of Struthers Savings and Banking Co. pleaded guilty to one count of 14 indictments and received the maximum penalty for state banking violations. Judge David G. Jenkins ordered not more than 30 years in the state penitentiary and a $10,000 fine.

Youngstown Bruce R. Campbell The Struthers Savings and Banking Co David G. Jenkins

Ohio Faces 3000 Teacher Shortage, Convention Claims

Sandusky June 24 Ohio is short 3000 teachers for its public schools Dr Henry G Williams of Columbus told the Ohio State Teachers Association convention at Cedar Point. He noted rivals West Virginia and Pennsylvania attract Ohio teachers with higher salaries.

Sandusky Ohio Henry G. Williams Columbus Ohio State Teachers’ Association Cedar Point West Virginia Pennsylvania

Wilson treaty may profit from liquor fight at convention

Washington reports say President Wilson’s treaty plank could gain from the anticipated prohibition clash at the Democratic National Convention. Admin strategists plan to pit wet and dry factions against each other to bolster the treaty, with Bryan seen as a key opponent to the treaty idea though prohibition may move him.

Washington Wilson San Francisco William J. Bryan Bryan

Dancing Night at Flemingshell Amesville

Round and square dances with good music drew attendees at Flemingshell Amesville Saturday night. Event was held on June 23, 2023, showcasing local musicians and community dancing.

Flemingshell Amesville

Wilson Opposes Any Reference to Liquor Issue

President Wilson aims to keep the Democratic platform free of prohibition or Irish questions and seeks a strong immediate ratification of the league covenant. Senator Glass, heading the resolutions committee, says the White House draft is not shared but confirms the president’s stance. Glass notes Bryan could stir trouble. he expresses strong support for McAdoo while avoiding specifics on nominations.

L. C. Martin United Press San Francisco Wilson Ireland League of Nations Glass of Virgin Resolutions Committee White House Glass League Virginia Bryan Aay McAdoo Sava Tun Saeeelaeie Gard McAdoo eWien Palmer McA Glass Deane

Deadlock in Rail Labor Board Wage Raise Decision

June 24 The United States Railroad Labor Board remains deadlocked over wage increases for two railroad workers. The board has not decided whether raises will be granted, while outlaw leaders plan a meeting in Chicago to oppose recognition. Brotherhood leaders oppose including recent strike workers in any award. The board aims to decide soon amid White House pressure for a temporary grant.

Chicago United States Railroad Labor Board John Grunau Chicago Yardmen’s Association R M. Barton White House

Ohio delegates injured in Salt Lake wreck near Saltair

Six members of the Ohio delegation returning from Saltair were injured when an electric car overturned in Salt Lake City. Miss Aleen Simmons of Sidney sustaining the most serious injuries with cuts to her lower body. Twenty Ohioans were aboard the wrecked car. five others suffered only minor injuries.

Salt Lake City Ohio San Francisco Saltair Resort Aleen Simmons Sidney, O

Pittsburg Coal Co Declares Quarterly Dividends

Pittsburg Coal Co announced regular quarterly dividends. Preferred shares yield 14 percent and common shares 1 percent. W K Field of Columbus serves as president and substantial stock is held locally.

Pittsburg Columbus Pittsburg Coal Co W. K. Field

Shrine convention set for Atlantic City in June

The 1921 Mystic Shrine convention will be held in Atlantic City New Jersey after the Imperial Council decided in session here on June 24.

Atlantic City Portland Ore N. J Imperial Council

Hays and Daugherty Plan Harding Campaign Moves

National Republican chair man Will Hays met with Harry M. Daugherty campaign manager for Senator Harding to map notification ceremonies in Marion Ohio. After meeting T Coleman Du Pont, Daugherty prepared to return to Columbus while Hays remained in New York to coordinate campaign plans.

New York Will H. Hays Harry M. Daugherty Senator Harding Hays Daugherty Marion Harding T. Coleman du Pont Columbus

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