Government sues 60 oil firms to curb Standard Oil control
The U S government charges 60 major oil companies with Sherman Act violations and seeks to bar further acts in a Chicago court. The suit targets Standard Oil of Indiana and others for alleged pooling of patents to restrain interstate and foreign trade in cracked gasoline and related products.
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Washington
Standard Oil Company
United States
District Court
Chicago
Stone
Federal Trade Commission
Department of Justice
Standard Oil of
Indiana
Standard of New Jersey
Standard of California
Standard of Kansas
Standard of Louisiana
Standard of New York
Standard of Ohio
Texas Company
American Refining Co
Aetna Refining Co
Standard Oil
Standard Oil Co
New Jersey
Standard Development Co
Gasoline Products Co
Attorney General
Pimary
Supreme Court
Interstate and Foreign Trade Commission
Indiana Company
Nine Injured in Columbus Auto Collision
In Columbus Ohio Mrs Roseholtz is in serious condition with a fractured skull after an auto collision which left nine others with slight injuries last night officials reported today.
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Columbus
Democratic National Convention Opens with Resolution on Next Meet
The June 25 gathering in New York begins with the convention called to order at 11 am. A resolution authorizes the national committee to set the time and place of the next Democratic convention, and nominating speeches for the presidential candidate may begin before adjournment.
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New York
National Committee
Father Draw Downcourt Ruling in Pomeroy Case
In Pomeroy Ohio a court heard a case of a father, Ruel Misner, accused of non support of two children. He abandoned the children in 1922 and the mother disappeared leaving the grandmother to care for them. Misner was sentenced to an indeterminate term with bond conditions to pay twenty dollars monthly. He returned to jail to arrange payment and custody.
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Misner
Logan High Staff Edits Fine Paper
Congratulations are extended to the editorial staff of The Aerial Logan High School paper for the final edition of 1924. Through the work of Mary Bright and her assistants, the 144 page issue is filled with reading matter and cuts, making it a well balanced publication. Local advertisers are thanked for their cooperation.
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Logan, O
Logan
Mary Bright
Gaylord No. 2 mine resumes operations in Yorkville
The Gaylord No. 2 mine of the H. Walker Coal Mining Company has resumed operations after months of layoff. The firm reportedly secured a contract to supply railroad fuel, restoring activity at the mine.
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Yorkville
Gaylord No. 2
H. Walker Coal Mining Company
Democratic Platform Fights Split Klans and League at Convention
In 1924 New York, 14 platform leaders clash over a anti Kl Klux Klan plank and League of Nations stance. Proponents warn of a floor fight while others push to avoid party split. Prohibition and other issues also surface as the convention nears a verdict.
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I N
New York
Democratic Party
League of Nations
Alabama
George Brennan
Ilinois
Cummings
Cisamines
Jos. T. Robinson
Arkansas
Senate
Garrett
House
William J. Bryan
Democratic
Washington
Baker
Carter Glass
Virginia
League
Fair Committee
Dedicating New Mason Hall in Lastro Building
Local Masons and many out of town members gathered at the trestle board Tuesday to dedicate the new hall and adjoining rooms in the Lastro building. Rev. Thomas B. Roberts reflected on Masonry from Solomon’s temple to Washington and the nation’s history.
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Lastro
College and
East Union Street
Thomas B. Roberts
Marietta
Roberts
Masonic Order
King Solomon's Temple
Jerusalem
George Washington
Holy Saints Johns of Jerusalem
Hall
Frank Bolton
Albany
Robert A. Mulligan
Columbus
Convention Tensions Rise Over League Issue Strategy
Reported moves show factions preparing to push a public stance at the convention to back the league. Wooden Wilson opposed the plan fearing it could trigger a stampede toward the league and overshadow other business.
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Wooden Wilson
League
McAdoo Still Strongest in California Summer Play
Arthur Brisbane notes a busy week for politicians and statesmen as candidates for the presidency. He highlights McAdoo and Al Smith as the top contenders with McAdoo seen as strongest by his circle. The piece hints at party maneuvering and possible deals as campaigns unfold.
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McAdoo
California
Joint Meet Planned by Hocking Valley Miners and Operators
A joint meeting of the union miners and coal operators of the Hocking valley is set for July 1 in Logan. Robert M. Marshall of Glouster, president of the sub district United Mine Workers, announced that coal operators agreed to the meeting per a near unanimous UMW decision. The purpose and proposals to be discussed will be announced at the gathering.
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Hocking Valley
Logan
Robert M. Marshall
Glouster
United Mine Workers
Marshall
United Mine Workers of
Hockingfield
Stolen Auto Not Missed Says Village Chief
Fred Sutton of Franklin Avenue discovered his auto missing after a call from Chief Herbert Parker. Sutton identified the vehicle by scratches dents and mudguard bends. The car had been left in a New Carlisle garage four weeks earlier after being seen at the Fair Grounds.
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Fred Sutton
Franklin Avenue
Herbert Parker
Fred
Parker
Sutton
New Carlisle
Fair Grounds
Trade Commission oil price fixing report sent to Justice
President Coolidge referred the federal trade commission report on alleged oil industry price fixing to the Department of Justice for action. The move was disclosed as the investigation heads toward federal review and potential enforcement.
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Washington
Federal Trade Commission
Department of Justice
Coolidge
Three Oak Grove Men Fined for Intoxication
Three young Oak Grove men Asa Pickett William Daugherty and Carl Lauderback were arraigned before Magistrate Helwig on intoxication charges. Each pleaded guilty and received $25 fines plus costs. Daugherty faced an additional assault and battery charge and pleaded not guilty to it, bond set at $200 and forwarded to the grand jury.
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Oak Grove
Helwig
Charles Kinsey
Mariner
Asa Pickett
William Daugherty
Carl Lauderback
Daugherty
Mr. Kinsey
I Grand Jury
Gompers Proposes Labor Platform Demands Beer and Light Wines
Samuel Gompers outlines labor’s progressive program to the Democratic convention platform committee. Key planks include repeal of restrictive legislation, child labor restitution, WWI service injuries aid, and amending the Volstead Act to permit 2.75 percent beer and light wines. He also urges league of nations membership and World Court participation.
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New York
Labor
League of Nations
World Court
Democratic National Convention
Samuel Gompers
A. F. of L
Gompers
Congress
Supreme Court
McAdoo Smith fight dominates Democratic Convention
The Democratic National Convention enters its second session amid fierce debates over the Ku Klux Klan and league of nations. McAdoo holds a fragile lead as Smith and Davis-Ralston camps press for delegate gains, with plans aiming for a pivotal third ballot and potential seventh ballot pursuit. Thomas F. Walsh is named permanent chairman as the body prepares for further nominations and balloting.
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Ocratic
Ku Klux Klan
League of Nations
McAdoo
Smith
Davia
Ralston
Davis
MccAdoo
Apd
William Jennings Ryan
Bryan
Wall Street
Slumbharine
William G. McAdoo
Hor Oratory
Thomas F. Walsh
Jobs Mine Resumes Operations After Long Layoff
After a lengthy shutdown the Jobs mine in this area has reopened. The facility will provide employment for about 4 590 men in alternating shifts, sustaining local mining activity and workers.
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Jobs
Death notice for Mrs Metissi Poston Wright missed Tuesday issue
A death notice for Mrs Metissi Poston Wright was not printed in the Tuesday Messenger due to an office error. Relatives supplied the information in time, but a slip-up in the office prevented the obituary from appearing.
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Metissi Poston Wright
Hamilton county delegate George W. Tibbles found dead in Columbus
George W. Tibbles, 65, of Cincinnati and chairman of the Hamilton county delegation, attending the Republican state platform convention in Columbus, was found dead in his hotel bed. Physicians attributed death to over-exertion.
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Columbus
George W. Tibbles
Cincinnati
Hamilton County
Hotel Deshler
England Maintains One Police Officer per 666 People
A standard of one policeman for every 666 residents characterizes England's law enforcement staffing, reflecting historical policing ratios and distribution across regions. The figure illustrates the scale of policing relative to population.
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England
West Union Street Opens for Travel on Complete Job
West Union Street was opened for general traffic Tuesday evening after repaving with concrete base and tar filled brick surface. Contractor Beckler completed the work despite rains and material delays. Sidewalks and curb lighting are to be finished.
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Union Street
Beckler
Aged Sisters Inherit Major Share Of Jones Estate
Reading of the will of John W. Jones in Togan Colorado reveals an estate valued around 165 900 dollars. Naomi H. Jones and Harriet A. Jones receive major shares including bonds and stock, with other gifts to Mia Clara J. Milford Eva M. Pugh and relatives. Charles G. Bowen named executor with a 160 000 dollar bond. Residue goes to the two sisters with equal share. The will dated December 28 1922 and codicil dated November 6 1923 outline specific bequests and church trusteeship allocations.
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Togan, CO
John W. Jones
Naomi H. Jones
Harriet A. Jones
Logan
Charles G. Bowen
Nelsonville
First Presbyterian Church
Lowan
Vifst~ National Bank
Charlies G. Bowen
Meade Bowen
Eveline Bowen
Athens Bond Issue Payment Delayed by State Ruling
An Athens bond issue of 20 855 04 dollars funds street improvements in Arden Place Watt Street and Stewart Street. The payment is held up after a June ruling by the Ohio Supreme Court requiring bond advertisements before sale. Local banks await funds as the city advertises the bonds for sale.
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Athens
Attorney General Co
CG. Crabbe
M. Dpd. Hughes
Industrial Commission
Supreme Court
Columbus
Arden Place
Watt Street
Stewart Street
Rutland Contractor Wins Meigs County Fair Barn Project
R C Forrest of Rutland has won the contract to build a new barn at the county fair grounds in Pomeroy Ohio. The 34 by 60 foot structure will feature six box stalls on each side of a central alley and is under way on the foundation. Completion is planned well before the annual fair.
Famous highway opened for Ohio
The Three C's Highway was formally opened today after a dedicatory ceremony held yesterday in Westerville. About 7,900 attendees from nearly every county between Columbus and Cleveland joined in the event. Speakers included Senator Frank B. Willis and former State Highway Director Herrick.
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Westerville
Columbus
Cleveland
Frank B. Willis
Herrick
Walsh urges unity to restore Wilsonian world leadership
U S Senator Thomas J Walsh at Madison Square Garden calls for Democratic unity to support Woodrow Wilson ideals. He criticizes Republican tariff policies and calls for relief for agriculture, warning that party divisions and league of nations rhetoric threaten national prosperity. He cites farm bankruptcies in North and South Dakota, Minnesota, Iowa and states the tariff harms industry and banks suspend.
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Madison Square Garden
New York
Thomas J. Walsh
Woodrow Wilson
Walsh
Repu
Democratic Party
Wi Ton
Washington
Coolidge
Senate
League Nations
League
Europe
Northwest Belt
Low Dakota
Colorado
North Dakota
T& Wyoming
Minnesota
Iowa
Republican Party
Harrison
Wats
Congress
Hocking Co road work starts on county stretch
Murray City Ohio June 25 a crew is at work on the county highway between Bap place and Buchtel preparing the roadbed for summer improvement. Contractor Herd of Marysville Ohio heads the project and estimates completion by November 15 promising one of the finest sections of road in the area.
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Murray City
Bap Place
Buchtel
Herd
Marysville
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