German capital rattled as troops deploy and riots flare
In Copenhagen chaos citywide clashes leave two men and two women dead and six wounded after a protest turns violent. Noske orders measures to curb rioters while urging restraint. Von Lettow halts planned Hamburg advance as unrest subsides. Communists seize control and claim amnesty for arms surrender amid street fighting. A railway strike reportedly involves about 20 000 workers.
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Copenhagen
Ministry of Public Works
von Lettow
Hamburg
Six Brothers of Canso Struck by Lightning
The Loston Transcript notes a thunderstorm at a Canso Nova Scotia fish wharf where six brothers Cyrus Nilas Silas Ananias Zacharias and Cornelius were working. One brother, Ananias, was struck by lightning.
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Canso
Nova Scotia
Cyrus
Nilas
Silas
Ananias
Zacharias
Cornelius
Loston Transcript
Daily Thought by Batlav Encourages Mindful Writing
A short reflection invites readers to write to the mind and heart and let the ear glean insights afterward, attributed to Batlav. The aphorism suggests a quiet process of inner listening and expression.
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Batlav
Billy Johnson a Six Year Pillar of the Messenger
Six years ago Mr W B Johnson took charge of building circulation for the Messenger after lacking formal experience. He expanded readership from 8000 to a high of 9400 last November, with an average daily distribution of 8847 for six months ending April 1 1919. Johnson oversees 64 newsboys and visits rural routes, earning health, friends and a fixed salary as the county’s youngest gray haired man.
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W. B. Johnson
Johson
Johnson
Audit Bureau of
News Boys
Coal Shortage Warnings Spur Winter Stockpiles
Government agencies urge nationwide coal reserves amid expected next winter shortages. In the coal region, buyers from northern Ohio plan large purchases and store coal in abandoned quarry pits after pumping out water to prevent spontaneous combustion. Pedestrians complain as youths ride on sidewalks despite city rules and fines. East End residents prepare to.
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Ohio
City playground sparks complaints as kids use coaster wagons
Residents complain to police about noise and misbehavior near the newly provided city playground for youths. Two Hocking Valley trains change their Sunday times on June 29. Train No 35 from Athens now at 11 15 A M and No 37 from the same city now at 5 15 P M. Harry Robe pleaded guilty to non support in Squire Helwig's court and received a suspended workhouse sentence conditioned on paying fifteen dollars monthly for his two children. Bobo pleaded not guilty when arraigned earlier this week.
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Hocking Valley Railroad
Athens
Harry Robe
Squire Helwig
Bobo
Two youths from Pomeroy warned on river swim
Two young men from Pomeroy were found swimming in the Hocking River near the South bridge without bathing costumes. Officers brought them to police court last evening where they were advised on bathing suit use and released.
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Pomeroy
Hocking River
South Bridge
Youthful offender fined in Coolville assault case
Emerson Skunk Carsey, about twenty with a police record, pleaded guilty to an assault on sixteen year old Clinton Thompson in police court last evening and received a ten dollar fine plus costs. Attorney Hughes of the Red Cross will visit Coolville Tuesday to hear citizens on military claims and insurance matters arriving July 1 in the morning and departing in the afternoon.
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Emerson
Hughes
Red Cross
Coolville
Community Notices of Moves and Celebrations Around Town
C E Snyder cannot renew barber shop lease beyond August and will move to Frankfort to continue the business. Mrs Snyder stays to arrange housing. Ike Bennett takes over fixtures. Several locals travel, visit relatives, or attend birthdays and gatherings incl W Kuhns 72nd, Clarence Echard 11th, Marina Linscott doll party.
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C. E. Snyder
Frankfort
Harry Bennett
Athens
D. B. Bennett
J. C. Snedeker
N. W. France
Ruth Smith
Summerset
R. McCune
Mildred Ralph
Vinton
John Echard
Clarence
Marina Linscott
Merle Chapin
Lincoln, Ill
Sriday
Widow offered marriage for cooking lesson says Dallas News
A West Dallas widow recounts a proposal from a lunch counter magnate who promised to teach her to make a chicken pie if she agreed to marry him. The tale appears in the Dallas News with playful, sensational tone.
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West Dallas
Dallas News
Man Forgets Wife’s Shopping List At Store
A husband told the shop attendant he forgot the three feminine wear items his wife asked him to buy on the way home. He asked the assistant to name a few possibilities to jog his memory.
Glouster Highlights of Local Entertainment and News
Local theater promotes Wonderful Baby with Sophia Davis and a full chorus Monday through Wednesday. Virtuous Wives starring Anita Stewart shows July 3 with war tax extras. Citizens discuss Fourth of July plans as veterans and families gather for a city dinner. Union 3955 appoints a tipple checkweighman and elects officers. Community notes include military discharges, travel plans, church society officers, and Methodist Centenary attendees.
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Sophia Davis
Anita Stewart
New York
Union 3955
Mine of the Ohio Mining Co
Jacksonville
Jason Lewis
M. E
William Jones
Pearl Woodgerd
Mae Brinkley
Imo Woodgerd
Emma Kempton
Parl Woodgerd
Great changes ahead at the National Education Association
Milwaukee hosts the National Education Association convention with thousands of educators arriving. The event aims to shape a future national educational program with proposed reforms such as a department of education in the president’s cabinet, higher teacher salaries, and universal physical education. International figures from Britain and France will address topics, with President Wilson invited to speak on July 3 if departures permit.
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Milwaukee
Wis
Boston
United States
National Education Association
Department of Education
Great Britain
Herbert Lewis
Board of Education
London
France
Albert Feullerat
University of Rennes
Rennes
Wilson
Europe
P. P. Claxton
United States Commissioner of Education
George D. Strayer
New York
Henry J. Waters
Kansas City
Ella S. Stewart
Department of School Patrons
Chicago
Lee L. Driver
Winchester
Ind
T. G. Geeks
St. Louis
Geoffrey Morgan
Athens
Ohio
Joseph Lee
War Camp Community Service
Centenary Celebration in Columbus Shows World Progress
William C Freeman describes Columbus Centenary exhibits featuring international groups, a grand organ concert by a master organist with Cincinnati Symphony, a parade of nationalities, a 100 piece color band, 16 Negro quartets, and free moving pictures from American studios illustrating the nation’s achievements. Columbus, Ohio hosts a showcase of global culture and American progress.
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Columbus
Ohio
Wheat harvest hampered by winds and scab in Athens Meigs
Farmers in Athens and Meigs counties report strong winds injuring standing wheat while a widespread scab infection cuts yield. Only a few farmers treated seed last fall, reducing infection in those fields to 2-3 percent. Experts warn threshing may spread the disease countywide unless all growers spray seeds annually.
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Athens
Meigs
Athens County
DeLashmut
Biblical "Seven Ages" timeline overview
The record outlines seven historical ages from creation to present. First age spans to the deluge in 2349 B C, second ends with Abraham entering Canaan in 1922 B C, third to the Exodus in 1491 B C, fourth to Solomon’s temple in 1041 B C, fifth to the capture of Jerusalem in 588 B C, sixth to the birth of Christ, and seventh to the present time.
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Canaan
B. C
Egypt
Solomon's Temple
Jerusalem
Christ
Barber Shop Guitar Playing Dips Amid Improved Times
Times are improving despite hardships and barber shops show fewer guitar performances than in earlier years. The note contrasts current calmer atmosphere with past busier scenes of street music and barbershop culture.
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Grier Bros
Kerr Hdwr. Co
Teaa Ae
Senreco
Billy Johnson
Younsters
East End
Douce Brothers
Dodge
Ford
Coofey & Campbell
West State
Miet Chaos
Leipzig
Glouster News
C. E. Duncan
Toledo
Ohio Bankers’ Annual
Great Lakes
William Ellis
United Mine Workers of America
Alabama
Ogden’s Corner Grocery
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William C. Freeman
Paul Block, Inc
Detroit
America
Coliseum
Jsteat
Cincinnati
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Moving Picture House
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