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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1935

Page

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New Deal Spurs Supreme Court Controversy and NRA Talks

Amid White House and Supreme Court tensions, NRA leaders discuss fair industry practices as lawmakers in Washington weigh constitutional limits. Officials push a tentative plan to align with evolving court rulings and curb aggressive business conduct.

Federt New Deal Supreme Court NRA p—Hugh &. John Aministrator Dohned Press White House Aupreme Court

Preventative Instead Of Care Is Object of Amendment

Hollywood readers are urged to push a constitutional amendment that would require Supreme Court review before medicines are used. Will Rogers advocates turning the court into a preventive check rather than an autopsy jury, to protect patients from poisoned medicines.

Will Hollywood Calif Supreme Court Will Rogers

Canton Strike Could Spread to Other Plants

A Berger Manufacturing strike near Canton threatens to spread to Republic Steel plants in Eastern Ohio. Tear gas and bricks injure several workers, with a truck-borne gas bomb and gunfire injuring others as clashes continue near United Alloy Company gates. The walkout stems from the company’s refusal to recognize Loyalty No 18008 of the A F of L for bargaining.

Canton Berger Manufacturing Company Republic Steel Corporation Ohio Berger Yard United Alloy Company Republic Berger American Federation of Labor

Ohio Senate Deadlock Blocks Adjournment Move

Ohio lawmakers clash as the Senate refuses to return to work over the 070 million bid for the biennial budget. Governor Davey signs 34 measures while the House adjourns awaiting a resolution. New laws expand the state highway patrol, fund libraries, and tighten libel penalties.

Columbus Senate Ohio House Davey House Mosier General Assembly State Highway Patrol Conservation Department

Tribute to War Heroes Is Planned

Flags will flutter over more than a thousand soldiers graves in Athens County as patriotic groups honor Civil Spanish American and World War heroes. Ceremonies are planned in Athens Nelsonville Glouster New Marshfield and Buchtel with wreaths at West State and Calvary Cemeteries. The event includes a 27 piece Knights of Pythias Band leading a procession from College Street to area cemeteries.

Athens County Athens Nelsonville Gloueter New Marshfield Buchtel Fighteen K. T. Crossen Post American Legion Amesville Albany Coolville Guysvile Lodi Carthage Townships New Engand Stewart Glenford Dugan Legion York Township Glouster Frank McCann Sunday Creek Grand Army of the Republic West State Street West Union Street Calvary College Street Methodist Church Knights of Pythias Wiliam Junod Wil State Union Street

Train Wrecker Is Sentenced

Victor V. Tomlinson, 38, was given a life term in Ohio Penitentiary for first degree murder after a trial in which he stood as the sole witness. Three common pleas judges, who also imposed the sentence, recommended mercy. Tomlinson’s step-father-in-law Hubert Lindsey is jailed for a similar conviction. Hugh Brockman, 36, is awaiting trial as an accomplice.

Tomlinson Common Pleas Court Pennsylvania Linden Hubert Lindsey Ohio Hugh Brockman Lindsey

Holding Company To Reach Senate Vote

The Senate moved to take up the Wheeler Bill to abolish unnecessary public utility holding companies amid protests. It is part of Roosevelt’s push for key legislation.

Senate Washington Roosevelt

Lost Fight Years Flier Claims Paul Redfern Alive in South America

Tom Roche reports an American who disappeared eight years ago is alive as a jungle medicine man in Dutch Guiana. The informant says Redfern lived three months with him in 1983 and asked Roche to tell his father and wife he remains alive.

Colon Panama Paul Redfern Dutch Guiana Tom Roche Redfern Brunawick Rio de Janeite Roche T. James L. Park U.S Park State Department Washington Rio de Janeiro Carl Redfern Washington, D. C Gertrude Cleveland Ohio

Six Believed Dead in New York Blast Destroys East Side Building

Six persons feared buried and eight injured after a powerful explosion demolished a three story brick building on Manhattan's east side. Firefighters battled the blaze for about two hours as rescuers cleared rubble. Four seriously hurt were Edward and Robert Luteha brothers, Leonard Lewis, and John Preshach. cause undetermined though an acetylene tank is suspected.

New York Manhattan Bellevue Columbus Edward Robert Luteha Leonard Lewis John Preshach

Work relief plan seeks building and clerical jobs nationwide

Washington announces proposals to hire unemployed professionals and clerical workers to audit income tax returns and to put idle building tradesmen to construction work in 23 states. The action includes $65.95 million in new relief requests and an executive order authorizing $528.00 million for already approved projects, including a $400,000,000 highway program and grade crossing eliminations.

Washington Army Posta Emergency Council Roosevelt O.K Treasury

Slayer of Young Bride Guilty of Manslaughter

New York reports Joseph L. Steinmetz a 22 year old divinity student found guilty of manslaughter in the first degree for the hotel room killing of his 17 year old bride Ruth Armstrong in the Knights of Columbus Hotel. He faced charges over the death of his wife while a priest, Rev Joseph J. Leonard, survived.

New York Joseph L. Steinmetz Hollywood Calif Steinmetz Ruth Armystrong Joseph J. Leonard Knights of Columbus

Relief Headquarters Receives Eviction Notice in Urbana

The Champaign County Relief Administration was served with an eviction order to vacate its Urbana headquarters by June 1 for unpaid rent since February 1. State Relief Administration sent an auditor to take charge of accounting, replacing W. L. Culbertson.

Urbana Champaign County Relief Administration G. P. Seibert Relief Administration State Relief Administration W. L., Culbertson

Attica Farmer Is Sentenced For Sheep Theft

Charley Ringle, 47, found guilty of stealing sheep and sentenced Tuesday to one to seven years in the Ohio Penitentiary. The case stemmed from a local theft ring and was prosecuted by county authorities.

Charley Ringle Attica Ohio

Prominent Columbus Cartoonist Billy Ireland Dies at 55

W A Billy Ireland longtime Columbus Dispatch cartoonist died suddenly at his home at 55 his national renown came from The Passing Show Gypsy Tours and drawings in newspapers and magazines He was born in Chillicothe January 8 1880 and lived in Columbus a member of Scioto Country Club Elks Rotarian and St Pauls Episcopal Church Survived by widow Florence Sayre Ireland and two daughters Ruth and Betty The death followed heart disease bouts after a week of routine activity

Columbus W. A Billy” Ireland The Columbus Dispatch Sunday Dispatch Ireland Chillicothe Dispatch Treland Atlantic Coast Kentucky Tennessee Carolinas Cape Cod Scioto Florence Sayre Ireland Ruth Betty

Columbus Church Destroyed by Major Fire

Patrick's Catholic Church, the second oldest Catholic edifice in Columbus, lay in ruins after a late Tuesday fire. Loss is estimated at 115000 dollars with seven firefighters injured including Chief Ed P. Welch. Father Alfred Sibili and Father Raymond King saved valuable vestments and vestals.

Columbus Patrick's Catholic Church Ed P. Welch Alfred Sibili Raymond King

Two Killed in Train Wreck Near Ashland

A Chesapeake & Ohio freight train went through an open switch near Ashland Kentucky killing engineer George Nicholas 4 of Lexington and head brakeman Arthur Holder 46 of Ruswell. Fireman Charlie Barker 44 of Lexington escaped injury. special agent H P Lane cited a preceding passenger train passing the same switch and suspected foul play.

Ashland Ky Chesapeake & Ohio George Nicholas Lexington Arthur Holder Ruswell Charlies FE. Barker H. P. Lane

Lost Ring and Dog Found After Odd Hospital Visit

In Hollywood California three dogs arrived at a veterinary ward within an hour and a half. They had swallowed seven needles one engagement ring one wedding ring three small bolts and a half dollar. Dr W A Jacquins described the scene as resembling a shop after the operation.

Hollywood Calif Dr. W. A. Jacquins

Ransom Money Believed Ready for Kidnapers

Tacoma officials report activity at the J. P. Weyerhaeuser home suggesting a $200,000 ransom for nine year old George Weyerhaeuser. Father John Philip Weyerhaeuser and uncle J. Rod Titcomb left the home after a registered letter referenced a ransom deadline. Doctors warn the kidnapers may be homicidal if payment stalls.

Tacoma Wash J. P. Weyerhaeuser George Weyerhaeuser John Philip Weyerhaeuser J. Rod Titcomb Titcomb Weyerhaeuser Turaday George Reptist Harry R. Homan Chicago

Ed Minister Dies Widely Known Chauncey Leader

Chauncey mourns Ed Minister age 48 a noted local figure who died at his Filis Avenue home after six months illness. A former Chauncey postmaster he ran a general store for 30 years and held memberships in Knights of Pythias and Church of Christ activities. He leaves wife Florence four sons and two daughters with funeral plans pending. A wreath of veterans made poppies will be laid on the Unknown Soldier tomb in Washington Thursday.

Chauncey Edward Minister Filis* Avenue Ilinesa Zajeski Knights of Fythias Lodge Church of Christ Florence Edward Pittsburgh Harold Fairport Harbor Charles Finert Dorothy Goodson Eleanor Brandusky Ohio Soldiers’ and Sailors Washington

Celebrations Mark Dr Dafoe 52nd Birthday Amid Dionne Quintuplets

A flood of congratulations pours in from across the United States as Dr. Dafoe turns 52, just after the Dionne quintuplets reach their first year milestone. Oliva and Elzire Dionne express guarded sentiment, while officials and industry leaders extend greetings.

Dr. Dafoe R. Dafne America Dionne Oliva Dionne Fizire Dionne le Dafoe Broadway Roosevelt Alfred E. Smith New York Ickes Ferkins Byria House of Representatives Lhonne Oliva Elzire Dionne Dionnes

Operators Strive for Special Legislation To Control Industry

Washington AP reporting United Mine Workers forecast a strike that could paralyze soft coal fields with 450 000 workers as industry leaders push for regulatory legislation to replace NRA code. Wages talks collapsed at Appalachian wage conference prompting June 17 strike plans and a push to pass the Guffey Bill despite opposition from operators.

Washington United Mine Workers Meane Legise NRA John S. Lewis Lewin Aeek Lewis Supreme Court Henry Warrum Senate J. D. Francis Huntington W. Va Guffey Fall

Crossen Grave To Be Decorated By Auxiliary

Poppies from the American Legion Auxiliary sale on Poppy Day will be woven into a wreath for Dr. K. T. Crossen’s grave in Hebbardeville for Decoration Day. Crossen, born in Lee Township, died July 29 1918 in the Battle of the Marne and the Athene Post was named in his honor in 1919. Auxiliary members sold 1430 poppies Saturday and will participate in the Decoration Day parade at 9 30 a m. meeting at the Legion Hall.

American Legion K. T. Crossem Hebbardeville Decoration Lor Crossen Athene Marne Lee Township Albany CW. Pishinger Athens State Hospital Legion Auxiliary Legion Hall Raymond Connett Morris Avenue

State raising 1268 raccoon pups at Milan

Conservation Commissioner Lawrence Wooddell reported the Milan state raccoon ranch cares for 1268 pups with a plan to supply each county with about 14 young raccoon by late summer to replenish the game supply. The report comes as officials seek to bolster wildlife stocks and improve regional hunting prospects.

Columbus Milan Lawrence Wooddell Wooddell

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