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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1933
Page
1
Washington March 16 President Roosevelt will send his relief message to Congress focusing on unemployment relief. Plans aim to combine relief with farm aid and involve War Department and Army action. The measure could include a bond issue of about 500 million dollars and may be tied to a broader agricultural plan.
Flood waters receded in the Hocking and Sunday Creek valleys easing danger in the Athens District as the Ohio River front towns anticipated crest stages late today and early tomorrow. Officials predicted a 50 foot river stage at Pomeroy with possible basement flooding in downtown blocks while Kanawha, Ohio, and Pt. Pleasant rivers showed varied falls and rises. Route disruptions remained in places including Route 31 above Chauncey and Route 7 near Parkersburg with roads rerouted and a washed out bridge near Greendale.
Counties with 5 percent tax delinquencies may issue certificates in anticipation of tax collection. The certificates would circulate as a limited medium of exchange to pay county salaries, obligations, materials, and contract costs. They would be accepted by the county treasurer for tax and assessment payments if enacted by Senate bill introduced by Senator L. L. Marshall.
Senate takes up the 3.2 per cent beer and wine bill with House support for legalizing beer. West Coast grape growers press to raise the limit to 10 per cent. If enacted, 72 million people in potential states could see on premise sales with estimated annual revenue of about 526 million dollars. Retail price planned at 10 to 15 cents per pint.
Athens County Commissioners have not acted on the appeal by township trustees and several city mayors to apply to Governor White for relief from Reconstruction Finance Corporation funds. The delay is due to about half of the $56,000 utility tax-derived sum remaining. One commissioner noted no urgent need for more money as much of the tax revenue is still available.
Premier Ramsay MacDonald urged bold disarmament moves at the World Arms Conference in Geneva He proposed a 1935 naval powers conference and a Britain led plan to cut armies navies and weapons He warned that failure would trigger new catastrophe and urged decisive action.
Washington March 14 The United States would welcome France paying its $20 million defaulted war debt installment and views the move as doubly welcome at this time, officials at the State Department said.
A Cleveland father Allen Sims sat in a cell begging police for a gun or rope after his 20 year old son Allen Jr. was found dead from shotgun wounds in their home. Detectives reported the elder Sims, remorseful and tearful, said the son abused him during a drunken argument. In Toledo, Howard R. Parman filed for divorce claiming his wife insists on working rather than homemaking.
News from New York reports a buoyant market mood as the Senate approves the Roosevelt economy bill 62 to 13. A roaring stock market and sharp gains in cotton and wheat reflect public optimism amid policy action and ongoing restrictions.
Professor W F Copeland head of the Ohio University Agriculture Department says land submerged by floods should be harrowed once water goes down. He notes harrowing conserves soil moisture and mobilizes soluble fertility while scratch marks slow evaporation and keep moisture longer. Farmers positioned away from direct flood current may benefit from the flood.
A revised beer and wine legalization bill led by Senator Joseph Ackerman of Cleveland moves into conference. Wet leaders seek immediate effectiveness upon enactment, while the general rule would require 90 days unless an emergency clause is added. Governor White may push for an emergency clause despite anticipated opposition.
Washington reports Henry Latrobe Roosevelt was appointed Assistant Secretary of the Navy by President Roosevelt. This marks a fifth Roosevelt family member in the post, with two relatives later becoming president. The White House said the president left the choice to Secretary Swanson and did not know his cousin was under consideration.
Ath ens C Staneart underwent an appendix operation at Sheltering Arms Hospital last night and is reported to be fair today by hospital attaches.
The Ohio Supreme Court will decide the Columbus Gas Rate case and a related Dayton Power and Light Company case affecting eight communities. The court must determine if Columbus should keep paying 55 cents per thousand cubic feet and if Dayton must refund customers the difference from pre July 17 1927 rates. Decision expected by May 1.
An explosion of gas in a Martins Ferry home causes the death of Zelma Yeager 38 and her two daughters, with a third daughter burning critically. The blaze occurred today and sent flames through the residence.
Paris March 14. Paul Chabas appeals publicly as his nude painting September Morn vanishes. Once reported in Moscow it may have returned to America. The work earned ten thousand dollars in royalties, Marthe, the model, is now married with two children.
Roosevelt drives rapid policy pace in week two with brief messages and brisk meals at his desk. He pushes banking reform and economy measures while maintaining a light mood and direct, concise style as cabinet officers adapt to the new tempo.
In Beverly Hills a letter to the editor argues Americans should ignore global crises such as war debts and disarmament for a week. The writer says Roosevelt should lead and that focusing on America's own needs will allow the country to carry itself and recover. He criticizes bankers and urges prioritizing national welfare over international concerns.
In Columbus the House moved to vote on the Mosier Bill creating a state convention to ratify or reject Federal prohibition repeal. It would elect 52 delegates at large by governor designated special election, likely in November, with Smotka McCrystal repeal referendum at the general election. The House also passed the Handley bill to allow judges to suspend sentences and remit fines in liquor law cases before sending to the governor for signature.
Ohio lawmakers consider emergency banking legislation to reorganize closed banks and match soundness of licensed banks. The House Banks and Banking Committee endorsed the measure and aims to act by week’s end under suspension of rules. Governor White requests authority for bank reorganization.
In Huntington West Virginia authorities await Cincinnati chemists analysis of Mrs Georgia Burk 30 who died February 28 after treatment by Dr Robert Force 37 of New Orleans who allegedly gave her grape vine tea to cure a long illness A coroner s inquest will be held on the chemists report
Mrs. Franklin D. Roosevelt flew from Newark Airport to Washington, the first time a President's wife traveled by air since she became First Lady. Airport officials noted the flight set a precedent as she had long used airplanes in her travels.
President Roosevelt’s $500 million economy bill to cut veterans benefits and federal salaries moved to final enactment after passing the Senate 42 to 18 and returning to the House for action on Senate amendments. House approval awaited a word from the President before final sign-off.
The American Legion pledged support to President Roosevelt over the veterans economy measure which would curb pensions and benefits. National Commander Louis A. Johnson warned of grave consequences for disabled veterans while urging posts to pass resolutions endorsing the President. The plan could save about 400 million dollars by cutting federal payrolls and reducing disability and service-connected benefits, with Civil War and Spanish War pensions adjusted under new rules.
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