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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 12, 1921

Page

2

Argentina opens rabbit cannery to fight pests

In Argentina a rabbit cannery is established to control a pest in the country and to create a profitable venture.

Argentina

Tax Dodgers Topic Raises Ohio Tax Issue

Columbus March 12. At a farm organization gathering Taber of the Farm Bureau condemns “Double Grossing” and argues for uniform tax rules. Bradfute of the Farm Bureau Federation defends farmers stance while urging enforcement and addressing misstatements on taxation.

Columbus Ohio Taber Ty Farm Bureaus Taber Sea

Wages Cut Sparks General Order Across Erie NY

March 18 reports Drie railroad issued and general order lowering wages. Workers on salaried and one day rate schedules faced reductions as pay fell. measures followed a six day week change and a dispute over January 82 1080 terms. The move affected many employees and prompted national attention.

New York Drie Eued & General Manly

Robbery at Pettyville Stolen Items Reported

A March 31 robbery at a local address in the city center left a man missing valuables. The suspect fled on foot toward the riverfront after taking 46 from the victim at a gas station near Pine Street.

Common Property Case Brief Highlights Perel’s Involvement

A fragment from a legal case notes Perel's involvement in a property issue described as common property. Details are incomplete, with uncertain parties and dates. The readable portion indicates a dispute over shared ownership or access, requiring further records for clarity.

Penny Report Shows 86 Cents Excess Payment Noted

A report from March notes an excess amount of 86 cents with a payment of one cent recorded. The context indicates a small cash discrepancy or rounding issue noted by the inquirer.

School Committee Considers Reorganization After Complaints

Citizens urged overhaul of school conditions. The committee weighed a prior report by State Meamier Bliss recommending a general reorganization to withhold appropriations until a cleaning is effected.

Cisis Kent Meamier Bliss

Richland Services Draw Large, Engaged Audience

The Right Way by Hakin attracted an intensely interested crowd. His simple, businesslike message and clear delivery inspired a positive spirit as the song service, led by tor, drew broad participation and support from attendees.

Hakin Tor

Lumber Plant Fire Reported in Ame

Fire of unknown origin broke out at 3 a m at the Home Lumber plant. Officials estimated losses were substantial with damage to the facility and stock. Firemen from nearby towns aided in extinguishing the blaze as investigators began examining the site.

Invention of Al Pump Warns About Acid Corrosion

A novice inventor proposes an aluminum pump intended to handle acids in water but warns that acids corrode metals. The note highlights material compatibility and safe use considerations for future testing.

Third Riot Over Negroes in Springfield History

Springfield Ohio reports its third racial riot in history. In 1904 Richard Dickson, a Black man, was killed after being taken from the air, his body hung from a pole as rioting burned the east Washington street levee. In 1906 a second riot set fire to Black housing after the killing of railroad brakeman Mark Davis, son of former Athens mayor O E Davis.

Springfield Richard Dickson Atrolman Charles Collins Dickson Washington Street Mark Davis Davis O. E. Davis Athens

Ohio Ousts Wittenberg in Crucial State Showdown Tonight

Ohio University prepared for a key 8 16 pm matchup against Wittenberg at the gymnasium. Coach Julie Finsterwald spoke on tactics against the Lutherans while Burkett and Van Sickle return to form. Barick and Budkett to split running guard duties as Ohio eyes the state title.

Luthlerans Julie Finsterwald Ohio University Wittenburg Ohio Athens Jane Burkett van Sickle Barick Budkett

Infant marriage annulment declared null in Maryland court

The court recorded the only marriage annulment recently as Sylvia West a minor under sixteen and Clifford Simms. they obtained a license April 22 1919 in Oakland Maryland and were supposedly wed by a minister. Simms disappeared and West remains in West Virginia. William West filed the action and in default of answer the petition was granted and the marriage declared illegal.

Sylvia West Cliffora Simmis Clifford Simms Oakland Aryland Simms Athens Wh West Simms Ene Oe MeClair W. Va William West

Chaplain's letter from Sing Sing honors Guy Nichols

The Protestant Chaplain Anthony N. Petersen writes to Guy Nichols's sister from Sing Sing Prison recounting Nichols’s professed Christian faith, forgiveness before execution, and desire his family comfort. Petersen notes Nichols’s baptism, prayer, and wish to meet again in God’s kingdom, urging others to keep faith.

Sing Sing Guy Nichols Trimble Guy Mr. Peterson Jesus Christ Christ Anthony N. Petersen Sing Bing

Man Defends Self in Kentucky Night Encounter

An armed man challenged Raymond Houghton in a dark Kentucky street early today. Houghton drew his weapon and incapacitated the assailant, who rolled into the gutter, then both men fled the scene.

Raymond Houghton Raymond

Swiss Inventor Tracks Sound on Thread Coated Disk

A Swiss inventor creates phono graph records by coating thread with a sound sensitive composition that hardens when exposed to noise. The process promises a novel method for recording audio onto flexible thread based media.

Bracing South Air Draws Invigorating Words From Two Women

Sunshine and salt air of the south are said to invigorate two young women wintering in Palm Beach. They describe the climate as bracing and view the south as a refreshing destination for the season.

At Palm Beach Soaging

Mexico's President and First Lady greet U S visitors

Photographers capture Mexico's president and his wife on the balcony of the royal palace in Mexico City. The scene shows President varo Obregon and his wife greeting the McAdoos during a see in visit.

Mexico U. S Ico City Varo Obregon Royal Palace Mexico City

Famous Men To Speak On County Community Day

County Community Day runs Tuesday evening March 16 and all day Wednesday March 16 with speakers from public agencies and state scope. Red Cross agent M D Hughes and County Health Nurse Miss Munn organized the program with talks by H E Shafer on the farm bureau mission and Miss Wanda Perzyluska on health and sanitation.

Red Cross M. D. Hughes Miss Munn M. E H. E. Shafer Gallia County Farm Bureau Executive Committee Ohio Farm Bureau Federation Farm Bureau Wanda Perzyluska Wanda Hio State University Hawkins M. FE C. H. Bryson Federated Boards of Trade Southern Ohio Chamber of Commerce Athens County Vernon Reigel State Superintendent of Public Instruction Columbus Reigel 8. K. Mardis Ohio University George B. Scott Ohio State Grange Grange 8. E. Brewster Lake Division Miss Bridgeman Sunnyside W. D. McKinney Southern Ohio Coal Exchange McKinney Coal Exchange Bureau William Carl Hunt Rural Service American Red Cross

Viviani Aims for U S Debt Talks and League Backing

Semiofficial Washington reports say Rene Viviani former French premier arrives to press two aims with the Harding administration. France seeks to reopen talks on France United States debt and explore cancellation possibilities while edging the United States into European affairs via a modified league or similar accord. He also signals willingness to concede league concessions to win U S support amid European policy efforts. France hopes U S policy shifts aid central Europe and bolster repayment prospects amid tariff considerations.

Ralph H. Turner United Presse Washington Mar America Rene Viviani France United States League of Nations Harding Europe Viviani Vivian

Pope 15 Much Interested in Saving of Land

Rome reports Pope Benedict inspires a land reclamation project between Rome and the Mediterranean. American and British capital fund the plan to cultivate about fifty thousand acres, boosting Rome toward self sufficiency over six to seven years at an estimated cost of fifty million dollars. The Vatican gains potential extra territory and long term economic and political benefits.

Henry Wood United Press Rome Mar Pope Benedict Mediterranean Romé Vatican Italy Quirinal Papel

Indian guide named as the man involved in Stillman divorce case

Poughkeepsie N Y March 12 Fifi Potter Stillman was to seek alimony of 10000 monthly and 25000 counsel fees as part of James A Stillman billionaire head of National City Bank of New York divorce suit. Co respondent Indian guide at Quebec estate and son Guy Stillman named in suit may affect shares of fortune. Court hearing anticipated with a large society audience.

Poughkeepsie N. Y Potter Stillman James A. Stillman National City Bank of New York Three Rivers Quebec Poughkeepsie Court Room

Zanesville Men Are Called Out

In Zanesville Ohio on March 12 two local companies of the Fourth Regiment Company E and the Machine Gun Company left at five o clock for Springfield. The troops were summoned to the armory at two o'clock by the riot alarm. Captain Bob Drake, a former France veteran of the Thirty Seventh Division, commanded the local forces.

Zanesville, C Fourh Springfield Bob” Drake France

Golden Hair Oil Promises Shine and Luster

An old advertisement claims Golden Hair Oil makes hair more radiant and manageable. The brief copy touts improved texture and a dazzling appearance, urging readers to try the product for visible care benefits.

Early Easter Flowers Bloomed In Athens Lawns

After a recent rain storm bright jonquils and crocuses appeared on Athens lawns. Easter flowers surprised many by forming early blooms despite the early holiday. The jonquils are yellow and crocuses in varied colors wave on slender stems across March lawns.

Athens

Violent Wind Storm Claims Life in Homer Area

A violent wind and rain storm in Homer Louisiana and nearby oil fields killed Mrs Edward Rogers, injuring others, with damage estimated at about 600000. About 80 oil derricks in the Homer field were blown down and a gas well in Eldorado was struck by lightning. Severe destruction reported across northwestern Louisiana southern Arkansas and parts of Mississippi.

Shreveport Homer Edward Rogers Simms Company Eldorado Louisiana Arkansas Mississippi

Ohio State and Chicago U. clash at Coliseum indoor meet

Ohio State and Chicago University will battle in an indoor track meet at the Coliseum tonight. The event marks a key clash between the two major programs as they seek top finishes and scoring opportunities.

Columbus Mar Ohio State Chicago University Coliseum

Labor union meet to discuss Chicago strike vote

Representatives of all union packing plant workers will meet in Chicago next week to consider the result of a strike vote among employees. Golden Hair Oil makes it lay down.

Chicago

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