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 27 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1921
Page
1
Marshal Foch ordered allied troops to advance into new German territory tomorrow with possible one day delay. Belgian War Minister DeVese left Brussels for London after a cabinet meeting on reparations and penalties.
A temporary Athens committee forms to secure location for a non profit Athens Country Club and golf course. They report acquiring 114 acres on the Oxley and Barker tracts near Athens township for a proposed nine hole layout. Stock sale planned with 30,000 capital and $35 annual dues.
Treasury experts prepare data for Secretary Mellon who will meet with Congress leaders to outline a possible $3 billion tax total and assess a sales tax option. Some Republicans doubt tariff-based revenue can replace income taxes while experts favor a broad 1 percent sales levy to replace the excess profits tax.
The French superior war council met in Paris with President Miller presiding. It was reported the body considered plans for advancing into Germany if needed.
London reports in French circles that Allied forces will march into the Ruhr valley tonight to seize key objectives including Düsseldorff Duisberg and Ruhrort if German troops do not retreat from their positions.
London reports Germany objects to Allied penalties and delays, urging the League to settle disputes. Allies seek occupation of Duisburg Dusseldorf and Ruhrort, seizure of customs, export tax, Rhine customs line. Von Simons appeals to covenant articles against invasion. French delegates resist five annual payments. Germany rejects three billion marks yearly for thirty years.
German Foreign Minister Von Simons announced to the league of nations that Germany protests the menace of an allied invasion. He said Germany is not a league member but signed the pact and will appeal to the league. German delegation prepared to depart London tomorrow at 2 30 P M.
London March 7 German Foreign Minister Von Simons told the allies Germany could not accept the reparations totals demanded at Paris. He proposed five yearly payments, a 12 percent tax on exports with conditions, and a provisional 3 to 5 year arrangement. The German side suggested a 30 year framework with experts to draft terms, asking for a week delay to finalize. Lloyd George pressed for five year guarantees. Von Simons favored a commission to begin work.
Paris reports American aid to Kronstadt insurgents urged by a Russian commission including Kerensky and Miloukov, seeking food for sailors. London cites Bolshevik concentration around Moscow and possible fall of the Soviet government, with Kronstadt sailors menacing the city and fires seen near Petrograd. Conflicting reports on Kalinin’s imprisonment and Zinovieff’s capture circulate.
German delegates faced an obstacle in talks as the issue of retaining Up per Silesia payments stalled progress. The sticking point challenged the day's agenda and threatened to stretch negotiations further.
Cleveland dance hall inspector Charles Johnson orders halls to prohibit toddle dancing after Wednesday. Propri etors receive a letter directing the ban to take effect soon.
Weather notes report that rains caused a noticeable rise in the Scioto and Olentangy rivers but officials say flood dangers are not imminent. The report cites current conditions and emphasizes caution while monitoring further rainfall.
Senator Miller of Muskingum introduces an amendment to the supplemented appropriation bill in the senate to provide 36 157 dollars for the prohibition enforcement department for the remainder of the fiscal year. The unit has been stalled for lack of appropriations and Parker would begin operations immediately if approved.
London dispatch reports a cabinet debate on the German crisis with Andrew Bonar Law leading the government’s stance. The session opened in the constitutional club as ministers warned the situation remained grave and unsatisfactory.
The Supreme Court last Monday voided anti profiteering provisions. The Solicitor General announced today that all prosecutions of hoarders of food under the Lever law will be stopped. The decision did not involve the anti hoarding statute.
About 200000 people were practically isolated and 750000 partly affected by the Atlanta Birmingham and Atlantic Railroad strike. Authorities moved to prevent distress as efforts to settle the dispute continued.
Special meeting of Sereno Lodge No. 479 set for Wednesday evening at 7 33. Work in first degree to be exemplified by Newarshfield lodge degree staff. Large attendance desired. EO. MINAMEY N G.
Washington March 7. The American Hardwood Manufacturers Association asked the Supreme Court to advance re arguments in the government anti trust suit against the alleged hardwood lumber combine. The group represents 329 firms and individuals as plaintiffs and participants in the proceedings.
Steve Tetranic sues the city of Lorain for 10000 dollars alleging a patrolman shot him through the arm while attempting to shoot an escaped prisoner.
Ward Van Orman invents a leakproof and fireproof covering for airplane gasoline tanks. The device aims to prevent spills and reduce fire risk in flight, reflecting early aviation safety efforts.
Ohio will give one ear of corn out of every 308 raised to relieve Europe’s food shortage. The state harvested 154 million bushels last year and is asked to contribute 500 thousand bushels, about one seventh of the nationwide total. The Ohio Farm Bureau Federation will allot monthly shares to counties based on last year’s crop.
President Harding contemplates delaying formal peace with Germany while urging Senate action on the Knox peace relation and Columbian treaty. Mobilized troops and Allied terms complicate acceptance abroad, and Harding spends a quiet morning at the White House with his Airedale as visitors return to tour the first floor.
Elyria Ohio story reports George Hadaway a 61 year old wealthy liveryman found dead in a Cleveland Columbus and Southwestern electric car. He presumably died of heart trouble while returning from Cleveland last night.
Frank Gambus, 21, wanted by Painesville police on burglary and larceny charges, was captured in Cleveland today. The arrest ends a pursuit and removes a fugitive from the streets.
Passengers on the N O T traction line between Urichsville and New Philadelphia paid twenty cents today. The fare was raised from ten cents for the ten miles.
In Columbus on March 7 a reorganisation code before the general assembly could bring Ohio University and Miami University under political control. The measures seek to rebalance governance to meet demands of education, with officials uncertain on the specifics.
The Easter Sunday church service featured 104 men in attendance. The selection totaled 17.9 dollars and a special program was planned beyond the usual service.
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.