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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1908
Page
1
An agent of the Black Hand detonated dynamite under the residence of Agostine Jamarine in Columbus. The home was partially wrecked but the eight occupants escaped. Jamarine had received threatening letters demanding money. reports from Associated Dailies Telegram.
Police investigate the death of The Allen a pool room keeper in New York who died suddenly last night. The family says he may have been poisoned.
The executrix accounting in the Hampstead case reveals Floretta Whaley, who eloped with Reverend Knode Cooke, receives $5,000 immediately and more than $60,000 later as part of the estate settlement.
May Be the Slideine Longworth denies his wife placed a tack in a seat in the house gallery and calls the tale entirely absurd. The report claimed a spectator sat on the tack and caused Mrs. Longworth some embarrassment.
Peoria native TTT National Kid Father, knocked out by Morgan of Indianapolis last night, regained consciousness this morning. The incident occurred during the event in Peoria where authorities reported the assault and are reviewing footage. Officials have not released further details.
A report notes large scale defiance at the national congress amid a catastrophic tidal wave in China, with thousands killed. The text highlights massive casualties and the ensuing political tension as authorities respond.
President Roosevelt begins the White House conference on natural resources with remarks on Conservatism as a National Duty. He threatens to act to perpetuate the inland waterways commission if Congress fails to fund it. Governors and officials attend, the meeting continues tomorrow and Friday.
A Yangtze River tsunami swept 10,000 people to death at Hanke Ow, China. The disaster destroyed the river section including stores and junks along the shore, as reported by the steamer Tian.
Governor Harris, visiting for the national resources conference, said Ohio Republicans were united and would elect their ticket. He commented that it was mighty fine corn weather.
James Milleron, former employee of the Athens state hospital, was arrested by county authorities on a charge of carnal knowledge of an insane woman. Indicted by the grand jury earlier, with many asylum staff and internes as witnesses. Milleron, a Mechanicsburg resident and father of several children, is said to have been discharged since the offense became known.
The grand jury reported at 1:45 PM indicting Anti Saloon detective Sam Davis on two counts and Clarence Flick of Amesville on one or more counts. The true bills include assault with intent to commit rape, larceny, burglary, selling liquor to a minor, carrying concealed weapons, breaking into a building to steal, abandoning a child, adultery and fornication. Arraignments are scheduled for Friday afternoon.
The California official primary results reported by Associated Dailies Telegram in San Francisco on May 13 show a Taft majority.
Chicago May day event reports Eugene V Debs asking that another be named for president due to ill health. Despite the request he is expected to be chosen to head the ticket.
A large attendance gathered in Baltimore on May 13 for a Methodist conference but no significant questions were discussed or decided.
An unknown man collapsed and died at noon in New York as temperatures reached 84 degrees. The incident occurred during a heat wave with bystander reports noting the extreme heat.
The Gentry troupe arrived early and moved to show grounds near the K M depot. They bring the largest trained-animal collection and a stronger European act lineup. A 10 o'clock street parade drew thousands. the mile-long procession showcased new paraphernalia and a glittering pageant under waterproof tents.
Thomas Nash and Charles Patton from near The Plains were arrested in Nelsonville Ohio for carrying concealed revolvers. They pleaded guilty and received minimum fines of $10 plus costs totaling $14.85, with potential penalties up to $200 and 30 days in the workhouse.
Douglas Boxall, the noted young English pianist, arrived on the 12 55 train from the west with manager Frank BE Edwards of Cincinnati. He expressed delight at a brief glimpse of Athens and looked forward to the recital with anticipation.
A Dayton Ohio traveling representative for Voight Cereal Food company of Battle Creek Michigan collapsed and died of heart disease on an Indianapolis street today.
Chicago May 13 Admiral Evans arrived en route to Washington and stated the fleet is improving and there will be no war.
Mr H M Warner of Cleveland was the guest of Mr and Mrs J M Chappel on Tuesday.
Mrs. Anna Swartz departed today for a two week visit with her husband in Columbus.
New York May 13 The three year old Robert Prenderhitt fell from a third story window while throwing crumbs to sparrows and landed sitting in a baby carriage on the sidewalk. A Bellevue hospital surgeon found only a bruise on his arm from the fire escape tail.
Agreement went through without a change ending the session with a celebratory love feast.
Horace L. Chapman president of the Su Creek company and Witireen state president praised by workers for their efforts to secure justice in the contract. At the session Chapman urged miners to honor the agreement while Green assured operators the Hocking district will set a model for strict observance of the working pact.
In Sub district No 1 of District No 6 miners and operators reached agreement after 7 pm Tuesday and the scale was unanimously adopted after lengthy discussion. About 10 000 miners learned the news as the joint convention adjourned sine die, awaiting resumed work.
Nelsonville Ohio May 13 The special session led by President Kreig saw brief discussion of street improvements on Short and Kotnber along with an ordinance to extend sewer and water lines. A sidewalk project on Elizabeth Street was approved, and $1000 moved from safety to service funds. Building expansion for the fire department and old canal sewer were deferred, as was ouster action against the Nelsonville Electric Light company.
Frank Perkins pleaded guilty to disturbing the peace by drunkenness and disorderly conduct in Nelsonville Ohio on May 13. He was fined three dollars plus costs and ordered committed until paid after arrest by Officer Shaner on Washington street for obnoxious conduct. he was jailed for nonpayment.
The Warren Brothers take charge of sprinkling main streets with a lone rider on the wagon. If they continue as Monday and Tuesday, the streets will be watered adequately. Subscriptions fund the work from 25 cents to $1.00 weekly, with nearly all signed up.
Nelsonville Grey Sox beat Buchtel 7 to 3 at Buchtel grounds. Buchtel failed to score until the eighth inning as Grey displayed solid fielding and base running. Key hits by Kerns Lyons and base runners highlighted the affair with Haselton closing the final inning.
Nelsonville Ohio May 13 The alumni association met at Central High to organize for the May 29 banquet at the K of P hall. Officers presided and committees selected include reception music decorating banquet and program heads with broad interest shown for a successful season event.
New York May 13. The body of the man who killed himself in Prospect Park Sunday was identified at the morgue today by his widow Mrs. Howard Lytton Robeson. He had lost a fortune of $175,000 on Wall Street and left a note saying Nobody can beat the Wall street game.
Boxall, the renowned London pianist, performs tonight at the College Auditorium showing a program of classical piano works.≥
Mada line Borden Miller youngest daughter of John Crayton Miller of Morgantown North Carolina and daughter of the late John Fisher and Olive J Fisher died this morning after 7 oclock at the Fisher home near Fisher Station Typhoid fever was the cause of death No funeral arrangements have been arranged.
Mrs Lydia Kopp of Lynn Massachusetts is visiting her sister Mrs Andrew Murphy on East State Street and will return at week's end. Also visiting were Mrs Murphy’s parents Mr and Mrs W A Warren of Frost.
Dr. W W Richardson, former Athens boy and head of a Norristown Pennsylvania insane asylum, will present a paper at the American Medico Psychiatric association annual meeting in Cincinnati. He will discuss Traumatic Amnesia Two Cases of Medico-Legal Interest and has rising national regard in his field.
In Columbus on May 13, two freight trains collided at Rock Bridge on the Hocking Valley line. Engineer Joseph Boye was swept into the river and clung under a beer car, among bursting barrels. Officials cite failure to obey orders as the cause. several crew were injured.
Emmett Dye accidentally wounded himself with a small revolver while fishing near the river Tuesday afternoon. The pistol discharged as he placed it in his belt, the bullet entering the right groin and lodging between the hip and knee. Dr. Merwin extracted the bullet and believes he will recover soon.
Morgan Reese aged 73 died at his home after a brief illness from Bright's disease. He had been a resident of Glouster for several years and was well regarded. Funeral services are set for 2 PM Friday with interment in the family lot at the city cemetery.
Charles Grosvenor will speak to the Taft club Friday night at 7 30 p m. The event is scheduled for May 13 2023 and set for the Taft club meeting room.
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