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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 26, 1919

Page

2

Germany's Army Reforms Under Noske and Republic

Berlin reports sweeping changes as the new German republic replaces old military names with defense. Gustav Noske now heads both army and navy, while reorganization reduces the field army to a fragile force of 60 000 to 70 000 under Hindenburg in the east. Volunteers and conscription debates shape interior defense plans.

Berlin New Republic Gustav Noske Spartacans Noske Germany Kiel Harbers Hindenburg Rhine Polsh Sparta Reinhard Ebert

German Army Change Amid Revolutionals Notes

A historical report observes German troops paid to stay loyal to the regime while Spartacans offer higher wages. Food and gear are adequate but discipline slackens and Prussian quickness is missing in officers. Trooper conduct has shifted with the revolution, suggesting government forces abroad look less formidable today.

Germany

Milk Can Explosion Kills Local Farmer in Lawton

W. S. Mantooth, 22, a well known young farmer near Lawton Oklahoma, was instantly killed when a milk can used as a boiler for an improvised engine exploded. He warned boys about excess steam before the boiler burst, the 30 pound can striking him in the head.

Lawton Okla SS. Mantooth Mantooth

Baseball Schedule Across National and American Leagues

National League games feature Pittsburgh at New York Chicago at Boston Cincinnati at Philadelphia St Louis at Brooklyn with 3:30 or 3:15 starts. American League matchups include New York at St Louis Philadelphia at Detroit Boston at Cleveland Washington at Chicago all slated for 3 or 3:30 p.m. In the American Association Columbus at Indianapolis Toledo at Louisville Milwaukee at Minneapolis Kansas City at St Paul with listed start times.

Pittsburg New York St. Louis Brooklyn Cincinnati Philadelphia Chicago Boston Detroit Cleveland Washington American Association Columbus Indianapolis

Baseball scores and shifts from yesterday’s games

George Davis led the Tigers to a 3 2 win over the Athletics marking their fifth straight victory. Cecil Causey defeated the Cardinals 5 1 after replacing John McGraw. The Yankees beat the Browns on ten hits to seven while committing six errors to five. A White Sox triple play stifled a Senator rally as Walter Johnson struggled in a 6 5 loss. The Pirates were held to three hits by Sherrod Smith in a 5 0 loss. Larry Gardner met his former Red Sox teammates as the Indians won 3 to ?

George Davis Athletics Tigers Cecil Causey Cardinals John McGraw Yankees Browns White Sox Walter Johnson Pirates Sherrod Smith Larry Gardiner Red Sox Indians

Dodgers Return to Pennant Form With Rapid Show of Strength

New York May 26 The Brooklyn Dodgers rebound toward pennant contention as Sherrod Smith posts a shutout in his first start of the season. Bench shakeups earlier in the year gave Ed Kenetchy at first base and Lew Malone at third while Ray Schmandt shifts to third and Jess Pfeffer remains undefeated. Al Mamaux regains effectiveness and Leon Cadore shows promise as the club gains pace on merit. A new electrical primer for automobiles heats and vaporizes fuel prior to engine intake.

New York Brooklyn Dodgers Sherrod Smith Wilbert Robinson Heavers Robinson O'Mara Lew Malone Ray Schmandt Jimmy Johnson Robbie Ed Kenetchy St. Louis Malone Lee Magee

Progressives gain power as Norris rule reshapes Senate

United Press reports that progressives claim a strategic victory in the Senate fight over Penrose and Warren. They note the Norris rule limits Big Ten committee control, expands progressive representation on the agriculture committee, and places progressives in key chair and leadership roles shaping reconstruction bills.

United Press Washington Penrose Warren Old Guard Senate Lodge Cummins Town Jones Grenna North Dakota Kenyon Johnson California Foreign Relations Norris Capper Kansas

French Forces Head for Budapest After Crossing Tisza

A Bucharest dispatch says French troops crossed the Tisza and expect to enter Budapest within three weeks. The report notes Allied advance as World War II updates continue. The brief mentions US War Savings Stamps as a separate advisory line.

Rome Bucharest Idea Nazionale Tisza Budapest

Ohio State Wins Big Six Track Meet in Columbus

Leo Robinson of the University scored one point in the 20 yard dash at the Big Six track meet in Columbus. Robinson also finished fourth in the 20 yard dash final after tying for first in the prelims. Ohio State narrowly defeated Ohio Wesleyan for the team title.

York Leo Robinson University Columbus Robinson Ohio State Ohio Wesleyan

Wilson Reaches Pact on Seized German Ships

President Wilson has agreed with allied leaders in Paris that the United States will retain German ships seized in American ports. European reports indicate Britain seeks a share of the tonnage America seized due to wartime losses.

Washington Wilson Paris United States Europe Britain America

Twin Brothers Seek Divorce After Joint Springfield Marriage

Edward and Ben VanDerplume, twin brothers who wed in Springfield in 1917, are seeking a divorce in St. Louis. The item notes their joint marriage history and the divorce filing context.

Springfield Ill Edward Ben VanDerplume St. Louis

Canary tricolette costume with fringe and satin hat

A chic costume described in canary tricolette adorned with multiple rows of white silk fringe. It includes a white satin hat to create an ensemble suitable for late spring and early summer afternoon functions.

Troop Transports Arrive as Demobilization Begins

New York May 26 soldiers from the 79th Division and attached units arrive on multiple transports including the Princess Mateika and the Edward Luckenbach with units from Maryland Pennsylvania New Jersey and Virginia. Boston May 26 the Montana bringing 1046 men of the 14th engineers docks for quarantine and delousing before final demobilization at western camps.

New York Boston Princess Mateika Pennsylvania Maryland District of Columbia 814Th Signal Corps Edward Luckenbach 311Th Field Artillery Virginia West Virginia Otsego 311Th Infantry New Jersey Delaware Roma 505Th Engineer Tiger 310Th Field Artillery 79Th Mass Montana Commonwealth Pier Camp Devons

City of Orange Fire Drives Out Harbor Ships

In Marseilles the American five masted schooner City of Orange laden with coke and coal has burned since last night. Estimated loss exceeds $1,000,000 as all other vessels left the harbor to avoid blast risk. City of Orange, 2644 tons, was built in 1917 at Orange Texas and owned by Ship Ownership Co of Port Arthur Texas.

Marseilles City of Orange City of Orange Texas The Ship Ownery Company of Port Arthur

Crowning of the Blessed Virgin Mary At St Pauls

Mary Harwick was Queen of May as crowds gathered at St. Pauls Catholic Church for the Crowning of the Blessed Virgin Mary ceremony on the last Sunday in May. Rev Father Berry delivered the address to a full house amidst a memorable service.

St. Paul's Catholic Church Virgin Mary Mary Harwick Father Berry

Robbery Strikes Paul Schmidt’s Restaurant in St Louis

A theft at Paul Schmidt’s restaurant in St Louis robs the cash drawer leaving the owner short on funds and unable to call police. Police were notified after the incident.

ST. Louis Paul Schmidt Paul

Cleaning a Suit Goes Missing in St. Louis

In St Louis Edgar Buckle left a suit to be cleaned with $100 inside. The suit disappeared after the note and money were left behind. Authorities search stores and nearby routes for the missing garments and funds.

ST. Louis Edgar Buckle

Rates Cut on Other End of M C and C Line

The public utilities commission reduced Marietta and Vincents freight rates to 25 cents per hundred pounds after shippers protested. The railroad is controlled by the Cleveland Stone Quarry Company.

Columbus Public Utilities Commission Marietta and Vincent Cleveland Stone Quary Company

Relief of Rheumatic Pains Promoted by Chamberlain's Ointment

When stiffness and soreness of muscles cause aching joints and pain, massage the affected parts with Chamberlain's ointment. It relieves pain and makes rest and sleep possible.

Chamberlain

Bahama Sisal Waste Used as Substitute for Horsehair in Upholstery

The article notes that waste from cleaning Bahama sisal is being used as a substitute for horsehair in upholstery. It discusses the material benefits and potential applications in furniture making.

Local Store Ad Offers Bargains on Canned Foods and Groceries

SPECIAL W H Brooks advertises beans at 10c per pound and a range of canned goods and household staples. Big apricots 25c, pink salmon 20c, dry salt meat 35c lb, peas 10c per can, Crisco 35c, oleo 35c, peanut butter 10c, toilet paper 5c per roll, gas mantles 10c, and more items like matches, pickles, and soap with a call to save the difference.

W. H. Brooks Crisco

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