04 Mar 1919
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 25 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1919
Page
1
Washington dispatch reports 37 Republican senators and senators-elect pledge to defeat the league constitution in its present form, arguing to hasten a peace treaty first. Lodge leads the push, reading names of 37 supporters as Trammell replies with a routine debate on the deficiency bill.
A fragmented note shows local officials debating priorities and expenses. The document mentions scarce funds, possible service cuts, and allocations for infrastructure, schools, and public safety as they prepare a midyear budget plan.
Washington report details an all night Senate filibuster led by Senator Sherman defending a $750,000,000 railroad deficiency bill. Republicans threaten to stall nominations and delay the extra session while Speaker Clark warns of an immediate call for a new session if appropriation measures fail.
President Wilson leaves Washington at 2 PM for a public confrontation over the league of nations dispute with Senate Republicans. He plans to return to France but will not call an extra session, and expects ratification when public demand grows. Advisors hint at a major statement tonight in New York.
The fragment describes a review stand scene with a person watching and a left structure in a photo. It mentions Satan in unclear context and references observers Witson Marches and Sothier Boys amid a chaotic, scrambled report from a page segment. The readable content is limited and lacks clear events or entities.
A scrambled dispatch states the nation places blame on Republicans for a recent dering of time and issues criticisms of leadership. The report notes Wilson today officially addressed the situation amid partisan tensions.
The Paramathia Lodge Wo Ne. F. and A. M. announces Master Mason degree work. Roy Hinshman serves as Worshipful Master and Palmer as Secretary. The notice is dated Tuesday evening in March.
A wounded Canadian arrived in Portland and was transported by motor ambulance to the canteen head office for further medical care.
United Press dispatch from Washington reports plans for the president to leave for France after delivering a late night speech in New York. Republicans in the Senate drift over the league covenant and ratification, with Taft and Lodge allied against it. The president intends a strong reply at a New York rally and will sail on the George Washington when tides permit.
An inventor designs a crutch with two springs inserted below the curved section that enters the user’s arm to provide reclliency. The patent aims to improve wearer comfort by absorbing shocks and easing support during use.
Mrs Mariam Morrison resigned as teacher at Athens High after a board meeting. Miss Lucile Henry will fill the vacancy at 86 dollars for the rest of the year, and Miss Grace McKeen will take Henrys primaries post at 70 dollars. Superintendent Morgan was authorized to purchase a Meissner Jane portable instrument for use at the Central Building.
Secretary Glass urged Secretary Baker to hasten the Rainbow division’s return to participate in the victory loan campaign. The division’s homecoming is set for April 26, with a request to move it forward at least ten days, and plans include homecoming events in their native cities and using Rainbow soldiers as loan speakers nationwide.
The yearly gathering features election of officers and plans for a minstrel show, with John B. Cross and Eb. R. among those steering the group.
A large marine workers strike in New York froze harbor and river craft. About 16 000 workers quit at 6 a m halting ferries and tube train service while government ships remained on duty. Union leaders vow a protracted fight after rejecting an eight hour day wage plan.
Columbus reports Ohio's joint temperance committee backed for passage a prohibition measure and an enforcement bill. The plan creates a prohibition commissioner and allows certain licensees to handle alcohol, with state revenue from licenses. Amendments include cider and grape juice makers and required permits.
Mexico City reports the government endorses payment of all just damages from the revolution, liquidation of foreign debts, and amendment of the oil law. A banquet to American reporters disclosed the plan as revenue rises from 150 million to 200 million dollars annually, the surplus to cover interest on loans.
President Wilson today received the credentials of Thomas Le Breton as Argentina's new ambassador, who presented them in person in Washington.
News from Paris on March 3 states an unconfirmed report that a republic was proclaimed in Luxembourg and that Grand Duchess Charlotte may have fled the country.
Washington reports the British government has directed India to release a Bolshevik hostage in exchange for American consul Roger Treadwell held by Bolsheviks in Tashkend Turkistan. The move was announced by the state department.
Mrs Everett Power welcomes a nine pound baby boy named Charles Everett Power born February 17. The infant’s father, Everett Power, died a few months ago.
Prince Leopold of Bavaria is reported to have fled from Munich into the Tyrol and joined King Ludwig. Tyrolean socialist press reportedly demands their expulsion from Tyrol.
The final hours saw President Wilson nearby as lawmakers debated clerks pay and army demobilization plans. Farewells to lame ducks filled both chambers while leaders and ranks praised Representative Jeanette Rankin for her service.
Walker D. Hines, director of the nation's railways, issues a bulletin to railway employees warning to scrutinize motives behind bond changes. He cautions against efforts to persuade workers to swap sound bonds for lower value securities or schemes promising large returns and urges vigilance to protect their interests.
A dispute involving Dallas newsboys and city authorities prompts complaints from A W Duckworth, director in Manhattan, and calls for police intervention as tensions rise over news distribution in Dallas.
Cleveland city council boosted the cost of burial pod units by twenty five cents, as a local budget adjustment. The measure passed in a routine session amid other property and service fee considerations.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.