Suspect in 12 year old kidnapping arraigned in Hocking County
Frank Reeves of near Nelsonville was arraigned before Justice Helwig on kidnapping his 12 year old niece Mary Catherine Lewellyn. He pleaded guilty and was jailed on a 5000 dollar bond. The girl, described small and well nourished, was recovered in Suffolk Virginia after weeks on the run. Prosecutors say more charges may follow and a penitentiary term is possible. The child was later turned over to the Hocking county juvenile court.
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Frank Reeves
Nelsonville
Helwig
Mary Catherine Lewellyn
Lucy Lewellyn
Hocking County
Hogar Mariner
Suffolk
Reeves
Mingo Junction
Ohio River
Whaleyville
Mariner
Juvenile Court
Lewelyn
Justice Helwig
New Elections Likely As Italy Faces Parliamentary Dissolution
Italian premier Giolitti may dissolve parliament and call for general elections in late May amid economic strain, labor unrest, and tension with bolsheviks. Radical MPs cheer, hoping socialist measures and weaker measures on taxes will shift power while racists and radicals spark violence influences.
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Camillo Cianfarra
Giolitti
Giollotti
Sinn Fein Drive On Crown Forces Causes Heavy Losses
London report states 26 killed and one missing from the Sinn Fein offensive against crown forces last Saturday. Eleven soldiers and fifteen Sinn Féiners died, with seven Republicans and fifteen soldiers wounded. rioting erupted in Belfast and Londonderry as clashes persisted.
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London
Mar
United Press
Sinn Fein
Crown
Elfast
Londonderry
Matewan Battle Verdict Finds 16 Not Guilty
United Press reports jurors in Williamson West Virginia acquit 16 defendants in the murder of Albert Felts after a month long trial. State plans to pursue other indictments including six Felts detectives, as fear and labor conflict shape community reaction.
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J. F. Beaman
United Press
Williamson
W. Va
Matewan
Albert Felts
Greenbrier
Testerman
Felts
Rew
West Virginia Bachelor Tax Proposed in Legislature
Delegate Moore of Moundsville pushes a bill in the West Virginia legislature to tax bachelors with an annual $25 levy. He forecasts state revenue of about three to four million dollars each year.
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BACHS
Charleston
W. Va
Moore
Moundsville
Police Ambush Toll Rises with New Fatalities
Bulletin from Dublin reports police constables killed in ambushes as official figures come in. The death toll increases amid ongoing violence, with authorities confirming multiple slain officers and prompting renewed security measures.
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Dublin
Mar
United Press
Daring Robbery at Commonwealth Savings Bank in Detroit
Four bandits robbed the Commonwealth Federal Savings Bank branch at 6301 McDougall Avenue Detroit at 1:55 PM. They escaped with more than $3,400 as the manager, an assistant, and a carpenter were inside. The robbers fled in a touring car. police began pursuit 20 minutes later with only a vague description available.
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Detroit
Mich
Mar
Commonwealth Federal Savings Bank
McDougall Avenue
Hoover Says Bolshevism Blocks Russian Trade Recovery
Secretary Hoover told reporters that resuming trade with Russia is impossible while Bolshevism remains in power. He warned Europe’s economic stability hinges on Russia repudiating Bolshevik rule and returning to production, noting the regime’s gold reserves and lack of export capacity.
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Russia
Hoover
Europe
United States
Bolshehvik
Cigar Makers Reject Wage Cut Proposal in Cleveland
Cleveland cigar makers refus e a wage cut of three dollars per thousand bundles proposing no change to current pay across the industry. Union officials stated workers would continue to press for favorable terms through negotiations and possible strikes.
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Cleveland
German Voters Claim Victory in Upper Silesia Plebiscite
Berlin reports strong German majorities in the Upper Silesian plebiscite with figures showing Germany ahead in key districts. Officials anticipate possession of the 5,000 square mile province, while voting occurred quietly after weeks of turmoil.
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Berlin
Germany
Poland
Buthen
Ternworty
Kattowitz
Oppelin
Koneng Schuett
Tariff Battle Likely Over Embargo Policy
Democrats plan to prolong debate on an embargo and new emergency tariff as they press to show consumers how prices would rise. Senator Harrison and Senator Underwood lead the fight while supporters argue tariffs protect farmers. White House aides hint old fashioned tariffs may be insufficient to solve farm problems. Secretary Weeks signals broader action and Hoover eyes reopening European markets.
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Washington
Mar
Congress
Harrison
Mississippi
Underwood
Harding
Secre
Pittsburg
Commerce Hoover
Density of U S Population in 1920 Reported
Washington March 21 census bureau announces population density in 1920 reached 35.5 persons per square mile as the nation continues census data release.
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Washington
Mar
United States
Bureau
New Attack on Prohibition Amendment Legal Status
Washington March 21 briefs filed with the supreme court argued a fresh attack on the constitutional validity of the prohibition amendment. The challenge centers on the time limit for state ratification and notes the amendment’s origination with President Harding when a senator. The court will hear the matter soon in the next day or two.
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Washington
Mar
Harding
Supreme Court
Accident on Road North of City Involves Chevrolet
John F Popavish of The Plains drove a five passenger Chevrolet over an embankment at the Ace Creek traction stop in the afternoon. No injuries reported. Vehicle damage noted as slight. Wheel failure cited as cause though details are unclear.
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John F Popavish
Plains
Ace Creek
Alexander Board Decides to Keep Schools Open Eight Months
The Alexander township board of education met on Saturday to discuss closing schools after seven months. A letter from Assistant State Superintendent Bliss was read and school finance laws were examined. After two hours of discussion, it was decided to continue schools for the full eight months as required by law.
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Alexander
Alexander Township
Spring Buds Open Season In Columbus Hot Weather
Spring opened with the same company as prior years. Messrs Shower and High Temperature shared the spotlight as the day peaked at 80 degrees.
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Columbus
Mar
Repetirere
Harding to Name Gardner Pension Commissioner
President Harding plans to appoint ex Congressman Washington Gardner of Michigan as commissioner of pensions, a decision he disclosed to visitors today in Washington.
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Michigan
Washington
Harding
Washington Gardner
Packers and workers clash before cabinet trio
The Harding administration opens its first major labor dispute as packers who supply meat to American diners and their employees appear before a commission of three cabinet officers to outline the foundational issues of their conflict.
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Clarence Dubois
United Press
Washington
Mar
Harding
Hundreds Visit New Athens Country Club Grounds
On a sunny Sunday hundreds from Athens drove to the site of the new Athens Country Club and golf course west of the city. Members, their families, and others toured the grounds while work continued. a few visitors even tried driving the ball during their first lessons.
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Athens
Athens Country Club
Oye Ve As
Siso Ito
Bathing crowd gathers as rain falls in Indianapolis
An article note describes Charles B. Reigens of Ch Way Beach drawing a crowd in Raw and tol -houses in Indianapolis Indiana as rain drenched the scene.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Charles B. Reigens
Market open signals bullish NYSE session
Market activity starts with a bullish tone on the New York Stock Exchange as traders expect the worst of the selling to be over and await the favorable reserve bank statement shaping early moves.
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New York
Mar
New York Stock Exchange
Law to fund state colleges with eighth mill levy
Representative Charles Fouts proposes House Bill No 525 to raise an eighth of a mill for two years to create a 1,250,000 annual building fund for Ohio State University Miami University and Ohio University. The plan aims to address building needs after insufficient general revenue appropriations.
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Columbus
General Revenue Fund
Charles ©. Fouts
Morgan County
Eitho
Ohio State
Miami
Ohio
Fouts
Ohio University
Coe
Ohio Universities
Rural superintendents meet in Athens to plan exams
Athens county rural superintendents met late last week to organize closing term plans. M C Davis, M M Bryson, Pearley Gaskill, H F Dillinger, John Williams, Wesley Walburn, W B Riley, B G Gibson and C E B Miller attended with Bryson elected chairman and Miller secretary. They prepared two question lists for county pupils covering work from the year and set exam halves for different term lengths in April.
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Athens County
Athens
M. C. Davis
M.M Bryson
Pearley Gaskill
H. F.dillinger
John Williams
Wesley Walburn
W. B. Riley
B. G. Gibson
C. EB. Miller
Mr. Bryson
Ic. B. Miller
Controversies Prompt Rail Regulators to Seek Federal Action
The piece notes that controversies surrounding the Office of Federal Regulation push for recommendations to the Federal Communications Commission. It argues that without new legislation following a favorable FCC decision, state railroad commissions could lose all leverage or purpose.
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Federal Commission
Routine Matters Dominate Ohio Senate and House Session
Columbus Ohio March 21 routine matters filled the 5 PM session as both chambers planned standard proceedings and bill introductions. The state reorganiza tion bill faces public committee hearings this week with factions divided over quick votes and an emergency clause.
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Columbus
Senate
House
Gramhy
Safety device mounts on punch press to keep hands out
A safety device designed for any punch press attaches to the machine and shields the operator’s hands, preventing contact with pressed materials. The system aims to reduce injuries by maintaining a safe clearance during operation.
Father and son deny Akron murder confession
Charles P. Smith told how he and his father C. W. Smith killed the elderly Peter Schure and hid the body in an Akron rooming house. The elder Smith denied any involvement in the brutal crime and testified he had no hand in it.
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Los Angeles
Charles P. Smith
C. W. Smith
Peter Schure
Akron
Ohio
Smith
Oberlin Girl Wins 50 and 100 Yard Championships
Blanche Mildred Whitney of Oberlin wins both the 50 and 100 yard events at the Winter Park Florida meet. The title mirrors a strong showing by the Oberlin team and highlights a young champion.
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Oberlin, CO
Blanche Mildred Whitney Oberlin
Winter Park, Fla
Spring Arrives Early with Blossoms and Birds in Town
Almanac notes mild weather arriving ahead of March 21 as Ath ens experiences a warm spell. Fruit trees on East State Street in bloom and birds fill the East End. A thousand Silvers reportedly arrive as new care routine and kids enjoy outdoor play.
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Athens
East State Street
Recognition of United Workers of America for coal sania tory
The item notes recognition of the United Workers of America as a sanitary group tied to coal labor. Details are fragmentary and unclear but indicate acknowledgment by local authorities in Montgomery Alabama in March.
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Montgomery
Als
Mar
United Workers of America
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