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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Mar 19, 1923

Page

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Harding silent on 1924 bid as Dawes joins fishing retreat

President Harding sought solitude in Palm Beach today while letting stand his 1924 candidacy. General Dawes accompanied him as Attorney General Daugherty’s renomination remark drew no public comment from the president. Observers note the early move aims to stiffen party discipline and expose potential opposition.

Palm Beach Fla Harding Charles G. Dawes Daugherty Heould Lake Worth Inlet Republican

Worst Storm in Quarter Century Strikes Midwest

Severe blizzard hits the Middle West as railroads halt traffic and crops suffer. Five dead include an unidentified man in Rockford and three children in Baxter Colorado. Zero weather grips the region with subzero temperatures and widespread disruption across Illinois Indiana Kansas and Missouri.

Middle West Montana Colorado Nebraska Town Allinois Indiana Great Lakes Chicara Chicago Kansas Oklahoma Missouri Rockford Baxter Kutch Weather Zeroa

Promoters Run Wild in Major State, Columbus Report Says

Columbus report shows Cyrus Tocher condemns brokers who control and sell stock via promotions. From Feb 1 to Mar 15, 69 corporations had stock sales halted and 11 denied compliance certificates. Total par value near 91.47 million, and no par stock valued above 9.06 million.

Columbus, CO Blue Sky Department Corportion Cyrus Tocher Locher Donahey Commissioner of Securities Norman F. Beck

Music memory contest exciting Athens County students

Under the direction of Mrs. Sirace Fy Spring Athens city schools and Athens County teachers and pupils work on a music memory contest list from the department of education. The contest aims to promote direct, useful music study and uses mechanical instruments to foster interest. A committee will allocate building prizes for the contest. Preliminary and final tests will be held in Athens in April.

Sirace FY. Spring Athens Athens County Spring Contes

Interior Secretary Called Upon to Act as Surgeon

Secretary of the Interior Work, a former physician and surgeon, left for Rochester Minnesota to attend Senator Michelson of Colorado who is seriously ill at the Mayo hospital. It was stated at the interior department that Dr Worlaay has asked to perform an operation on Nicholson.

Ashington Kardie Rochester Minn Michelson Colorado Mayo Hospital Interior Department Worlaay Bas Nicholson

Rickey Heirs Case Settled In Athens County Court

Athens County Common Pleas Judge Worstell upholds Joseph D. Martin contract to pay for Mary Jane Rickey’s West Union Street property. The court finds Mary Jane Rickey competent to sign, that Martin paid the price to Rickey or administrator L H Baughman, and orders a deed to Martin. Rickey’s motion for new trial denied. costs against Rickey.

George “jJodey Rickey L. HH. Baughman Mary Jane Rickey Joseph D. Martin West Union Street Athens County Common Pleas Rt Worstell Joseph LD. Martin Ll. H. Baughman

Tragedy at County Hospital Window Sill

John Pickle aged 29 a tubercular patient died after leaping from a sixth story window at Chicago County Hospital before medical staff could intervene. The incident occurred March 19 and resulted in his fatal injuries.

Chicago John Pickle

Easter Duds Give Way to Furs in Smoky City

Pittsburg city faces rain snow and wind this forenoon as forecasts warn of a big blow. At 7 45 o clock wind speeds rise rapidly with no damage yet reported at police headquarters. Yesterday youths wore Easter outfits despite dune like weather.

Pittsburg

Coal Exports Remain Strong in January Despite Shortages

Washington data show 356 016 tons of anthracite exported in January with 47 000 tons to Canada. Of 1 092 684 tons of bituminous shipped, about 1 000 600 tons went to Canada amid New England shortages.

New England Washington New York State Department of Commerce Canada

Cincinnati Pastor Attacks Reformers Over Bible Reading Bill

Rev John Malick of the First Unitarian Congregational church denounces reformers and a pending Ohio House bill forcing daily Bible readings and Ten Commandments memorization in public schools. He warns of a tyranny undermining American liberty, citing legislative actions as threats. The bill faced opposition from Jewish and Catholic leaders and a Protestant Episcopal bishop.

Cincinnati John Malick First Unitarian Congregational Church America Malick Ohio Rammar Theodore Irving Reese Columbus

Four bandits rob man and abduct girl near Toledo

In Toledo on March 19 a man named Wade Cleland was robbed of $25 and jewelry by four bandits who abducted his young companion Frances Newberry in an automobile. Two hours later the girl was found in a ditch near Sylvania with critical injuries from a criminal attack and rushed to a hospital.

Toledo Wade Cleland Frances Newberry Sylvania

No Tobacco League Forms in Alliance Ohio

A group organized in Alliance Ohio on March 19 aims to ban tobacco use in all forms. Church members and Sunday school attendants were invited to join, with origins linked to Sebring and reported endorsement from that city’s mayor and council.

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This input expresses a caution against engaging in argument and asserts that bold claims are unnecessary when opponents are weak, using the lion and mouse simile to illustrate restraint.

Blizzard's Edge Reaches Southeast Ohio

A sharp drop in temperatures greeted southeastern Ohio on Monday as the blizzard's edge moves in from the West. Athens County and nearby areas feel the cold wave, with golf players trudging at dawn as clothing shortages rise. Snow flurries mix with sun as coal piles dwindle and residents rush to warm clothing.

Ohio Athens County Munday Athens County Club

Sick Leave Planned for Vocation Training Veterans

The Veterans Bureau intends to grant sick leave to 190,000 disabled World War I veterans in army vocation schools. Current rules reduce compensation when disability limits study, but an order is prepared to authorize leave to pursue education.

Washington United States Veterans Bureau

German Embassy Reports No US Intervention Request Yet

Washington March 17 The German government has not reached a point to ask the United States to intervene in Puhr events as learned at the German embassy tonight.

Washington Mar Puhr United States

Traffic Deaths Start On First Spring-Lired Day

Winter brought a return of cold with a light snow in Cleveland Ohio as Sunday’s ideal weather gave way to dangerous roads. Three fatal accidents occurred when pedestrians were struck by autos as crowds and cars filled the streets. Two men and one other person died and several were injured.

Cleveland

Supreme Court Upholds Federal Coal Pricing Power

The U S Supreme Court upheld the Federal Fuel Administration authority to fix coal prices in ruling against J M McDonald Coal Co of West Ingwinia which sought higher pay for coal sold under wartime prices. The decision is expected to set a precedent dismissing similar suits from district courts.

Washington United States Fuel Administration United States Supreme Court J. M. McDonald Coal Company West Ingwinia United States

Thumb Injury Suit Against Valley Railroad

Clarence Penrod of Mineral sues the Federal Valley Railroad Co. in Athens County Common Pleas to recover 2850 for the loss of his left thumb suffered Sep 6 1922 while handling rails near Lathrop. He alleges careless piling of rails caused the accident and claims 15 weeks of pain and reduced work capacity since.

Athens County Common Pleas Federal Valley Railroad Co Clarence Penrod Mineral Penrod Lathrop

Bandits Rob Store Collector of $30,000 Amid Busy Traffic

Clarence Vale, a collector for the Sam Seelig Company, was robbed of $30,000 by three bandits today in Los Angeles. Scores of motorists passed by as the crime occurred, leaving police to investigate.

Los Angeles Cal Clarence Vale Sam Seelig Company

Black Shirt Mantle Flung Over the World

Washington March 19 The mantle of the Italian Fasci has spread globally. Official confirmation from the Italian embassy follows an International News Service note noting a wide spread Fascist organization in the United States and branches forming in other countries.

Washington Mar Vascisti New York United States Fascisti Rome Joan L. Spivak

Salem mayor to demand police chief resignation

Salem Ohio March 19 Mayor John W. Post says he will formally demand the resignation of Chief of Police T. W. Thompson following what is described as an ultimatum from Governor A V Donahey over alleged lax law enforcement.

Salem John W. Post A. V. Donahey T. W." Thompson

Bank bandit gang linked in Mt Pleasant robbery case

Steubenville dispatch reports Mt Micasant banker I V Jones and three bank associates identifying three men held here as members of the gang blamed for the Mt Pleasant bank holdup weeks ago in which Assistant Cashier Harry D Price was killed. Cashier George Whittaker of the First National Bank of Hopedale also identified one suspect as a member of the gang involved in a failed Hopedale bank raid last fall in which he was shot.

County appoints collector to recover delinquent personal taxes

County Treasurer Richard P. Imes and the county commissioners have named Attorney C. T. Cline of Athens as collector of delinquent personal taxes with full power to sue. Final notices are being sent as officials aim to clear years of unpaid taxes.

Richard P. Imes Imes C. TR. Cline Athens

Death of Anna Elizabeth Keller at 90 in Logan Ohio

Anna Elizabeth Keller aged 90 died at her daughter Mrs. Charles Juregensmeter’s home on West Hunter Street Saturday at 2 p m. Funeral services will be held from Hunter Street Lutheran Church Monday.

Weather Outlook Washington DC March 14 period

Ohio Valley and Tennessee see clearing and a colder spell on Monday. By Wednesday temperatures rebound with continued fair conditions. Rain is probable Thursday and Friday.

Washington, D. C Ohio Valley Tennessee

Burned child in Lima hospital faces serious ailment

Lima Ohio reports a six week old burn on the left side of little Ethel Mussellman daughter of O F Mussellman becoming serious leading to her admission at St Rita s hospital where she is treated for blood poisoning.

Lima, O Ethel Mussellman O. FE. Mussellman St. Rita's Hospital

Rob Movie House Deprotet Heist At Regent Theater

Three masked men robbed the Regent theater cafe on March 19 overpowering the watchman and escaping with loot estimated between 4000 and 5000 dollars. Local police launched an investigation.

ROB Movie House Deprotet Mar Regent Theater

Defiance Brick Station Blocked by City Officials

Defiance Ohio council delays Lilly White brick filling station project as officers and city leaders plan a conference over claims the building encroaches seven feet into the street.

Defiance, O Lilly-White Company Defiance

Spring recess announced for Mhno University and Athens schools

Mhno University and Athens public schools begin spring vacation. University students will close classes at noon on Wednesday March 21 and resume at noon March 28 for a full week off. School vacation runs from Friday evening March 23 to Monday April 2.

Mhno University Athens

Secret service bolsters London to curb Irish reprisals

Extra Scotland Yard agents deployed around public buildings after reports that Irish sympathizers in England were planning reprisals for Republican deportations. Authorities believed Republican supporters could attempt to blow up structures as warnings.

London Secret Service Scotland Yard England

Pennsy Seeks Authority to Buy 475 Freight Locomotives

The Pennsylvania Railroad asked the Interstate Commerce Commission for authority to incur 61.5 million dollars in liability through five percent equipment trust certificates to fund the purchase of 475 freight locomotives and 760 steel passenger cars.

Washington Pennsylvania Railroad Today Interstate Commerce Commission

Fire ruins Trades School at West Virginia Collegiate Institute

Thirteen departments of the West Virginia Collegiate Institute in Charleston were idle after a fire destroyed the Trades School building, injuring equipment and students. The loss is estimated at 230000 dollars. Students aided in checking the flames while poor roads blocked Charleston fire department response.

Charleston W. Va Tirteen West Virginia Collegiate Imstitute, Colored Institution Charleston Fire Department

Tucker Seeks Divine Aid While Jail Stay Prolongs

Leonard Tucker of Cable Hill, jailed on truant charges for not sending his son to school, prayed for release and predicted the Lord would save him. He couldn't post a 200 bond but remained jailed Monday as he awaited a Tuesday hearing before Magistrate Helwig.

Leonard Tucker Cable Hill Athens County Tucker Helwig I. PF. Tucker

New Methodist Episcopal Church to be Dedicated April First

Smithfield Ohio reports dedication of a new Methodist Episcopal church set for April first with Bishop William Anderson of Cincinnati to speak. Rev T H Kerr serves as pastor of the church.

Smithfield New Methodist Episcopal Church Bisho William Anderson Cincinnati Wil Apeak T. H. Kerr

Big campus feed planned by Men's Union Monday

Ohio University men anticipate a large campus gathering on Monday March 19 at 6 1. The Men's Union sponsors a $1 dinner offered at 25 cents per plate with university covering the extra costs. Dr Bryan will deliver a message in his engaging style along with other speakers and musical numbers. Boarding clubs will not operate that evening.

Ohio Universit Bryan

Naturalized Italians in U S Organize Fascisti Units

An extended investigation reveals Mussolini linked Fascisti groups in New York Chicago Philadelphia Detroit Bridgeport and Waterbury with branches obeying the New York hub. Factional fights split militants and conservatives over oath details naturalization and methods while some advocate fighting radicals and ignoring U S law.

Fascisti Mussolin’s New York Chicago Philadelphia Detroit Bridgeport Waterbury

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