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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1921
Page
2
In American League play the Cleveland team beat Chicago 5 to 1. Detroit bested St Louis 2 to 1 in extra innings. Philadelphia defeated Washington 5 to 1. No other games were scheduled.
National League results show New York and Boston each posting wins while St Louis Cincinnati Philadelphia and Brooklyn Chicago also claim victories. Mets? Orioles?
Yesterday’s hero Big Burleigh Grimes shut out the Phillies 3 to 0 as Brooklyn’s star pitchers extend a winner’s streak. Honey Walker and Earl Smith homer for the Giants in a 7 to 2 win over the Braves.
Brooklyn National League champions returned to form by sweeping the Giants in a series as Uncle Wilbert Robinson’s Robins extended their streak to ten. George Gibson’s Pirates also rode a five game run while rookie infielder Wierney contributed strongly to Pittsburgh’s surge.
A fragmentary report hints at a new device named pronged grips designed for the palm of the hand to aid handling, described in vague terms as part of a vindication of ice. The text offers little concrete detail or context.
Joint conference committees of the General Assembly discuss tax solutions in Columbus as they seek a compromise to wrap taxation legislation before the May 12 break. Senate proposals by Whittemore and House ideas by Fouts are reviewed along with other suggestions. Legislative leaders debate final adjournment with Senate pushing another recess for appointments and the House favoring sine die.
Emma Scott expresses gratitude to neighbors and friends for kindness and sympathy during illness and death of her husband. She thanks for floral offerings Rev. Bishop at Murray City Ohio for consoling words American Legion Post at Murray City and Myers and Owens.
A spring described as temperamental brings wild swings in temperatures. Readers recall snow on Saturday's last day of April and subfreezing conditions Sunday morning. By Monday the temperature rose to around 40 degrees, raising the possibility of a blizzard by Tuesday.
Berlin May 2 German leaders charged with war guilt will face trial once reparations are settled. Justice Minister Heinz says lawyers will go to London to question British witnesses. Trials to be rushed to conclusion with examinations of British Belgian and French witnesses hindered by distance language and diplomacy. Britain will permit questioning and trials should start by mid May.
Thomas Mooney, linked to the San Francisco preparedness parade bombing case, appeared as the judge continued his case until May 23. Assistant District Attorney Milton Uren filed a demurrer contending insufficient basis for the writ of audita querela. The adjournment was agreed by both sides for further preparation.
Great Lakes shipping interests warn that American shipping could be destroyed unless the La Follette shipping act is revised. Representatives from Cleveland Detroit Toledo Rochester and other ports told the House merchant marine committee that U S vessels on the Great Lakes are being pushed to register in Canada.
In Oelwein Iowa on May 2 a 5 year old boy John Meeley grabbed the stabilizer of an exhibition aircraft as it took off with two women aboard and rode for a short uninvited flight into the clouds.
The Athens Gun Club held its recent meeting with notable scores. Standouts include Harry Starr 125, Andy Wilson 110, Stanley Dew 102, F X Rauch 85, H C Clark 82, J A Bratton 74, and Jim Crossin 60 in event 72 Rauch 85 Clark 82 Wilson 81 Dew 77 Bratton 74.
Senator Johnson of California said he will introduce this week in the senate an amendment to place expenditures in all federal office primaries and presidential preference primaries under congressional control, following the Newberry decision invalidating the corrupt practices act section on primary elections.
George Kelly of the Giants scored and tied Babe Ruth for a five home run record in today’s game. Ruth’s existing mark briefly matched as the teams played in New York.
Mrs Thomas Rowland wife of a prominent Chicago dentist confessed to police she shot and killed her husband in their home early today.
Ohio moves to finish unfinished main highways across the state by emergency Gorrell bill. The state highway commissioner can compel local cooperation or complete the work with state funds, eliminating impassable stretches in villages or rural areas.
More than 200 union commercial printers in Buffalo went on strike after failing to reach a 44 hour week agreement.
Washington May 2 Following an all day debate on the league of nations issue the redrafted Knox peace resolution passed the senate Saturday night by a 49 to 23 margin.
Jennie Hall, 30, rescued by the Saratoga Springs Humane Society from a Round Lake area house where she had been confined in a wire cage in a dark room for 16 years. Her mother and sister, who kept her prisoner, were taken into custody. Investigators learned she had been deemed insane about 20 years ago and confined previously to Utica State Hospital before being returned home.
Torch Mr and Mrs Guy Secoy left Friday for Athens to spend the summer in school. Mr Secoy completed a successful term at the same place. Floyd Dunfee and family of Dexter visited relatives in town. Frank White and children of Athens RD2 were weekend guests. Raymond Wilson, a teacher near Murray City, plans to attend school in Athens. Alma Jones attended a funeral in Chester. Mary McGucken of Athens visited the Deweeses. Fred Gillilan bought a new car.
A forceful testimonial from Rev Damr claims Nerv Worth cured sleeplessness and rheumatism in his family. He says a half bottle improved sleep and two bottles restored his wife’s blood and strength. Ads urge trial with money back guarantee and wide druggist availability.
A nationwide poll of 5 154 newspaper editors shows 86 percent oppose government ownership or operation of public utilities and business competition. The study, conducted by the Press Service Company, indicates broad regional and partisan support for private enterprise and notes heavy Alabama opposition linked to the Muscle Shoals project.
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