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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1929
Page
1
Columbus March 14 The state office building issue returns to the Senate as Gilbert Morgan of Cleveland proposes an Office Building Bill financed by a two tenths of a mill direct state tax levy. House measures include the Miller Bill expanding state support for educational institutions.
State backed education institutions seek to build and finance dormitories as the Senate moves the bill toward passage. The Johnson bill aims to relieve motorists from passenger injury liability, and the House schedules a public hearing at night on the Bible Bill.
The plan to build or lease state offices gains backing with a two year two tenths mill levy to fund the project and proceeds from property sales. The Morgan and Rowe bills edge toward action after talks with Governor Cooper. The Cramer Gilfen Habitual Criminal Bill advances with a triple conviction rule and life after fourth offense, excluding liquor violations. Rigler introduces a first bill requiring out of state commercial autos using Ohio roads to carry an Ohio license.
Sewers at the corners of West Union and Congress Streets and West Union and Depot Streets were cleaned by City Service Director Glen W. Romine after rain washed mud and refuse onto West Union Street. City crews used a water hose to wash the material away Thursday morning.
Governor Cooper began steps that may free Willara Barker after she was sentenced in Hutavia for possessing three half pints of liquor. Barker is 82 and is housed in the State Penitentiary in Columbus.
Worthy Caster 38 attempted to court Jessie Knotts 17 at her hom e in Salem Center. He besieged the Knotts residence with a loaded double barreled shotgun for hours until neighbors intervened and he surrendered his weapon. He was jailed by Meigs County authorities and faces a probable lunacy charge or weapons and menacing counts at a probate court hearing.
The Rev Palmer of Lynn Massachusetts says Hoover linked Bible idolatry with prohibition enforcement. He also lambasts an “ignorant itinerant barber” accused of murdering a girl. Meanwhile bootleggers pilfer a hospital hearse in South Philadelphia for a whisky coffin ride.
George Bosoce faced a $300 fine and costs for possessing a half gallon of whisky found in Rosie Porter’s home at 17 Brown Avenue. He pleaded guilty to intoxication for a $25 fine and costs, and could be jailed if unpaid. Rosie Porter and Boscoe were linked to a disturbance report.
John Simons, a union miner, faces a perjury charge filed by Prosecuting Attorney R. D. Williams. He testified he did not see several men on the truck during a Greens Run picket camp riot trial, contradicting witnesses. Simons posted $2,000 bond for April Grand Jury appearance while awaiting sentencing on prior assault and riot charges.
The Lewis Bill to establish a state board of barber examiners and licensing was virtually killed today. The House Health Committee had recommended passage but it moved to the Finance Committee and was shelved. No recall is expected. A similar bill was previously killed by the East Legislature.
The Senate Committee on Political Sub-Divisions recommended adoption of a constitutional amendment allowing adjoining counties to merge by majority vote. Sponsored by Senator George H. Bender of Cleveland, the proposal would go to the House if passed, then to a public referendum ballot.
The style show in the Athens Merchants Exposition will run March 19 to 21 at the Ohio University Men's Gymnasium. Six merchants will exhibit spring and early summer garments with 28 showings nightly from 9:30 to 10.
Guy Carpenter of Mechanicsburg was appointed constable in Athens Township to fill the vacancy left by Kenneth Ailstock. The Athens Township board of trustees made the appointment Saturday and Carpenter was sworn in the same day after Ailstock’s bondsmen withdrew their bonds, declaring the position vacant.
Sheriff William Williams and four officers seized seventeen gallons of corn liquor from the home of Robert Leverett near Peach Ridge. Sverett pleaded guilty and paid a $400 fine plus costs, then was released after posting bond. Officers also arrested Maud Perrey on a car raid, fined $100, and jailed for reform school confinement. Additional searches at Harve Nixon’s home led to further arrestees and pending charges for intoxication and possession.
About 300 more troops from Fort Huachuca in Southern Arizona were ordered to the Mexican border near Naco Arizona. Officials estimate the border guard in the area totals 400 to 500 men.
Dover Township Board of Education votes to submit a 60000 bond issue next November to build an addition and enlarge the gymnasium and auditorium at Chauncey-Dover High School. Architect William Mills to present plans. crowding cited as reason. Board members listed.
In Beavertown Ohio a raid uncovering a small complete whisky still is shown at the sheriff's office. Officers found a coffee can still with an oil burner and coil, plus bottles and other distilling tools, the smallest complete outfit seized in the state.
Columbus March 14 A heated clash looms as the House Schools Committee prepares a public hearing on the proposed Bible Bill requiring ten scripture verses to be read at school openings each day. Opponents including State Director of Education John L Clifton warn it would disrupt discipline and weaken teacher parent cooperation.
Humbert vice president and general manager of World Airplane Manufacturing Company resigns and leaves Athens after a note cites an impossible takeover. The note found by Nicodemus and Laurie at the Security Savings Bank Building relates to a mysterious telephone call from Johnstown, Pa. Police investigate finances as students paid about 117 dollars and Humbert had funds to cover company bills. Humbert checked out of the Berry Hotel at 2:25 am Thursday.
President Hoover outlined a plan for a nationwide commission of inquiry into law enforcement and judicial reform. In an extended conference with Yale Law School figures Dean Hutchins and Prof. Clark, the President set the scope and procedure for the undertaking.
An affidavit filed by Deputy Sheriff Fred Heck accuses Harry Johnson of Derthick of supplying intoxicants to a 16 year old girl and contributing to her delinquency. Johnson is jailed in Athens County awaiting word on the shooting of Clyde Mitchell, also of Derthick, who is hospitalized in Columbus in serious condition after being shot in the hip with a 12 gauge shell.
Sheriff William Williams reports 50 inmates logged by noon at the Athens County Jail with 3 women and 47 men, the largest confinement since his two year tenure. Since March 1, 70 inmates have been processed in and out, with expectations of exceeding 100 by month end. A prisoner notes food storage issues due to kettle shortages and overabundant potato supplies.
West Alexanderia March 14 The First National Bank closed while state bank examiners review the accounts of Sherman Millis 65 cashier who shot and killed himself Tuesday confirming a fatal incident and subsequent inspection.
Former Ohio State Treasurer Buckley of Dayton faces two years six months and a day in federal prison after his conviction for bribery related to the Jackson Brewery case. Sperber and Schrimper receive four months and await sentencing. Buckley’s attorney sought mercy. judge denies suspended sentence. Buckley there with wife and daughter, bond set at 1000.
Col Charles A Lindbergh plans to depart Mexico City for the United States today after a three week stay with his fiancée Miss Anne Spencer. The return marks the end of the notable visit and follows his arrival in the Mexican capital.
Mary Lopiccolo, 18, daughter of Lopiccolo, said to have been seized by three men early today while en route to work at the B. F. Rich plant in Akron. No further details available on suspects or motive.
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