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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1921
Page
7
Fragmentary text describes Stinnes and others like Lord Northcliffe and a German figure nicknamed Bismarck, claiming control over finances, labor, and industry in Germany, with implications of far-reaching influence.
Carl D. Groat reports that mid Germany’s red uprising failed to gain control and that Bolshevism remains weak and unorganized in Germany. The government quickly restored order with police and some regular troops, while many workers opposed the movement and Moscow’s leaders faced criticism from German followers.
Chicago May 6. Lawyer Mrs. Catherine Waugh McCulloch proposes a certificate of good sense for prospective brides and grooms to accompany health certificates before marriage licenses. She argues women should share equally in family finances and emphasize practical judgment.
Wholesale prices of eggs dropped two cents per dozen in Columbus while consumer prices were unchanged. The market swing reflects broader supply conditions with no shopper price update at retailers.
A bald eagle six feet seven inches from wingtip to wingtip was shot near Bolivar by Bill Garver as the bird prepared to seize a chicken. The incident details name the shooter and location.
Mrs. Wendell Phillips of Boston, sole woman delegate at the Allied Reparations Conference, represented 47,009 disabled U S war veterans and has now returned to New York. She announces plans to establish a fund or organization to aid veterans and promote welfare initiatives.
Ohio officials declare a carp extermination campaign led by A. C. Baxter of the state fish and game department. Buckeye Lake will be first targeted using net captures and selling the fish on the Eastern market to protect other species.
May 6 in Columbus where Democrats map a fight to overturn the administrative reorganization act. W W Durbin leads the state legislative committee at a countywide conference with George White and delegates. Former Governor Campbell backs the effort as a referendum petition is sent to the attorney general. if disapproved, mandamus will seek remedy in the Ohio Supreme Court.
Ohio State University officials estimate next September enrollment will rise by 1,200 students, increasing the current total of about 7,000.
New York May 6 The Federal Sugar Refining Company cut its refined sugar quotation by 10 points to 6.40 per pound for fine grains, the lowest price in over four years, driven by persistent weakness in raw sugar.
Washington May 6 The Sheppard Towner maternity bill faced sharp attack from physicians before a Senate committee led by Dr Alfred H Quessy of Fitchburg Mass who called the federal maternity and infancy aid proposal superfluous and urged against it by a few wealthy women with time to waste.
Covington mayor declines to appoint a citizens committee to probe Covington High School after history teacher Ben Burman accuses of teaching Bolshevism and socialism. Burman, a veteran claimed to be from Chateau Thierry, says his contract was not renewed.
A telegram from C H Townsend Jellico Tenn informs A D Townsend of Samuel Martin death. Mr Martin a Civil War veteran and longtime miller at Star mill near Albany. Funeral in Hebbardsville Sunday. burial after arrival of the funeral train in Athens at 5 22 p m Saturday. He leaves daughter and son Manson Martin of Jellico.
Mrs T B Roush forgot a two pound roast in the oven Friday morning causing an odor that alarms deputies and court house staff. Deputy P W McKinley traced the aroma to Roush’s apartment in the building and a crowd gathered as smoke filled the hall. Mrs Roush returned and identified the cause quickly.
May 6 Washington The Treasury announces a reduction of the rediscount rate of the federal reserve from six percent to a lower level. The move would ease banks borrowing costs, enabling cheaper lending to business and manufacturers and potentially freeing about $600 million in credit held by the Fed. The shift could mobilize scattered bank credit to districts rapidly.
Dead work dispute at mine 255 remains unsettled with idle status. Miners claim The Ohio Collieries Co cut agreed removal rate in half after accepting a good faith proposal. State President Lee Hall to discuss with Geo M Jones of The Ohio Collieries Co.
Company representatives and miners officials settled a long running dispute over surplus bottom at Mine 267 after a meeting held yesterday and the issue was brought to a head on Tuesday.
Action expected at tonight’s council meeting on a street payment contract. The issue has lingered since F. H. Beckler of Athens submitted a bid several weeks ago.
Clyde 8, Price went to Columbus yesterday to spend a couple of days on business. William Walburn left yesterday for his home at Chillicothe after spending a few days in this city with his brother, David Walburn and family and other relatives. Miss Blanche Sorrell of Nelsonville is visiting her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Sorrell. Mrs. Rosa Wells is spending the day in Thurston on business.
An organizer has worked for two weeks to unionize local brick plants but management opposes the effort until long established plants join. Talks ended yesterday as management rejected the contract offered, citing its terms as unacceptable.
A man recalls his brother’s severe stomach and liver illness and how Mayr's Wonderful Remedy relieved his symptoms. He notes drastic improvement after the first dose and claims the product cures catarrhal mucus and inflammation of the intestinal tract, promising money back.
Lorain Ohio May 6 Alleged portrayal by six dainty dancing dollies before an audience of 500 men leads to the arrest of three men charged with giving a private exhibition of a lascivious immoral nature. Police report note the phrase dancing dollies and say business civic and social leaders were among the audience.
The event gathers natural gas executives and workers from across the United States and Canada from May 16 to 19 in Cincinnati. A major exhibition will showcase new gas equipment from wells to home use, aiming to improve service and reduce past waste.
An old advertisement urges curing a cold in one day with GROVE'S Laxative BROMO QUININE tablets. It warns to get the genuine product bearing E. W. Grove's signature and to ensure you buy BROMO. 30.
French interests propose constructing a radio station in Argentina, signaling potential international media expansion. Details on location, ownership, and regulatory steps remain to be clarified.
In MELFI Italy on May 6 an assassination attempt targeted former Premier Nitti as he traveled by auto. Three shots rang out but he rode a second car unharmed. A confusing report notes his reelection status and mentions a separate utensil invention about a false bottom strainer for cooking.
Lord D Abbernon a British envoy plays a key role in the ongoing European crisis. His discussions with Berlin place him at the center of shaping allied terms and the trajectory of diplomacy as Western powers seek a settlement.
Friday the thirteenth of May was set to try W. H. Tracy of Glouster on cruelty to a horse. Tracy was arrested after a humane-society charge, following a shooting incident when Louis Pappas of Glouster claimed self defense after Tracy pursued him. Tracy pleaded not guilty and posted $300 bond.
An Ohio inventor develops a see saw with a raised or lowered standard to fit a child’s size, enabling safe use for a range of ages. The innovation focuses on accommodating different statures without extensive adjustments.
A Cleveland report discusses establishing a training school for firemen and a fire tower. The plan would train new members and study the fire platoon system with a coal safety department inquiry and a two member committee.
The court in Canton issues a call for witnesses to curb allegedly framed divorce cases. Officials request testimony on relevant actions and dates to clarify disputed proceedings.
Dennison city council aims to prevent quarantine by enforcing measures as smallpox fears rise. Local officials plan action to curb the outbreak and protect residents.
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