11 Nov 1931
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1931
Page
1
General John J. Pershing says World War I veterans face a patriotic challenge amid economic hardship. He spoke informally with United Press and did not elaborate beyond urging civic duty during difficult times.
A khaki clad guard paces before the tomb of America's unknown soldier in Arlington National Cemetery. The marble slabs overlook the Potomac, Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and Capitol as guards stand watch from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Thousands visit the shrine each day with civilian guards present.
In Pershing's War Department office he discusses peace efforts and civic duty. He urges intelligent voting and laments voter apathy while detailing his role as Battle Monuments Commission chairman and plans to sail to Europe to oversee memorial projects.
On November 11 the Conte Grande marked Armistice Day and the King of Italy’s birthday with ceremonies linking memories of the dead to a tribute to Italy's ruler. Foreign Minister Dino Grandi toured third class quarters and addressed passengers en route to Washington.
Thomas P. Richards, ex broker of Millersburg, was convicted of forgery after a trial over the Farmers and Merchants Bank failure. William E. Miller, bank president and co indictee, testified that he converted bank bonds for personal stock market use, tying Richards to a conspiracy in the forgeries. The bank collapse harmed many Millersburg residents and Holmes County Amish savers.
Thirteen years ago near Grimancourt on the Meuse Argonne front, Corporal Renzie Graham aged 18 went over the top during the 1918 Armistice charge. A shell and gas wounded him, and he was mistaken for a prisoner until German troops learned the armistice had been signed. Graham, then in Company B of the 109th Infantry, survived, married Mona Dalton, and now works at a Athens garage. He recalls the day while planning to attend Armistice events in Nelsonville.
A text argues Japan will respond to a purported Chinese assault in Manchuria led by General Ma. It frames Japan as justified and poised to retaliate against unprovoked aggression, reflecting wartime rhetoric about Chinese threats.
A U.S. reader learns of booming newspaper circulations and harsh anti Japanese car toons abroad. Sheng Tao in New York reports a savage Japanese soldier throttling a Chinese man as a provocative caption urges countrymen to rise up and kill. The scene underscores China's struggle during the era of conflict.
Reports of a Japanese war declaration against China ignite market fear and push stocks and raw materials higher. Chinese silver dealers in London move large lots as rioting and bombardment hit Tientsin and buyers return to silver, pushing prices to near record highs. Financiers predict a surge in silver and a shift away from a gold basis as nations seek cash for war needs.
Hollywood observers name two non glamorous veterans as top film performers of 1931. Lionel Barrymore receives actor of the year honor while Marie Dressler wins the best actress statuette for the Motion Picture Academy banquet.
Alexander Berg head of Hil Brothers Fur Company was kidnapped in his limousine in view of hundreds of motorists. He was brought back to his St Louis home early today by efforts of John T. Rogers of The Post Dispatch. No ransom was paid. Police had no details on the return.
News from New York reports ongoing fighting in Manchuria with shelling near Tientsin and a reported truce arranged in Tokio. Martial law in Heiping followed police claims of uprisings. Chinese and Japanese forces maneuver amid divisions in the region.
The Investment Bankers Association of America urged a moderate tax increase in the coming Congress as an emergency measure until revenues normalize. The plan would spread the rise to avoid heavy impact on any single industry or class.
In Columbus on November 11 robbers opened a warehouse safe and escaped with about $1,000 as part of a ongoing series of similar thefts reported in recent weeks. Police investigate the incident and review nearby security footage for clues and suspects.
Martial law was declared in Peiping as police announced information that rebel uprisings were planned in Peiping Tangshan and Charhar. The move follows reports of planned disturbances and aims to restore order amid rising tensions.
Dr. G W Dyer of Vanderbilt predicts a vast rural revival as the new industrial revolution decentralizes production. He says factories will be built in country towns, boosting real estate, hotels, and markets, while radio educates mature farmers and religion gains direct access to listeners.
In Tientsin on November 11, Keene's Gill School and the American Methodist Mission were shelled. United States troops patrol as Japanese armored cars enter Chinese districts four times. French troops guard the colony border amid heavy fire and uncertain shell origins from trench mortars in the Japanese concession.
Officials announce Rath River Coal mines near Bellaire Ohio will operate six days this week, marking the third consecutive week of full schedules for workers. The move reflects steady demand and ongoing production in the region.
A tentative jury of nine men and three women was seated in Columbus to hear blackmail charges against former probate Judge Homer Z. Bostwick and four other defendants.
Earl C. Shively, first assistant attorney general, spoke on Armistice Day at Cincinnati urging ex service men to stay united against hatred and radicalism while supporting civic force. he praised the Detroit convention for the American Legion and pressed ongoing care for the disabled with open public discussion on prohibition and other issues.
Rev Hollie McClanna hanfi evangelist conducts revival meetings this week at Hocking Street Church of God. Mrs Soloma Haines and Mrs Kathryn Bolen with Mis Mary Pinkerton sing tonight at 7. Rev Haines of Athens Church says meetings are successful and may extend to next week. Everyone is invited to attend.
The Rev E B Dean will preach in Albany at 7 PM Sunday to begin a series of revival meetings at Hebbbardaville at 8 PM.
Community welfare article extols Scouting as a nationwide program for boys. It highlights training in woodcraft first aid swimming signaling map making hiking camping and citizenship. It stresses nonmilitarist, inclusive aims and the daily good turn toward communal service led by volunteer scoutmasters.
Athens County officers search for Perry Lucas 40 of Coolville after he allegedly shot Clarence Shute 85 in the left knee with a shotgun during a dispute over coin sales. Shute was hospitalized in Parkersburg. Lucas fled and remains at large with no trace found by noon.
Theodore Dreiser, renowned novelist, indicted by a Bell County Kentucky grand jury for alleged improper conduct with a woman companion. He arrived in Norfolk, slipped to a hotel, then escaped reporters through a boiler room en route to New York. Marie Pergain named as the companion in Pineville hotel incident.
Nelsonville Lodge of Red Men will meet tonight at 7 o'clock to arrange the funeral of Fred Boring. The notice appeared in The Messenger Nelsonville News Tuesday with no date line causing confusion.
President Hoover delivers Armistice Day address at the Washington Memorial dedication warning that a world grown "more heavily armed" requires progress in relieving international stress. He stresses peace as the product of defense readiness, goodwill, and restored confidence among nations.
Beverly Hills commentary questions who declared war in the East while accusing diplomats of deceiving their own people after missteps led to conflict. The speaker, Witke, criticizes wartime rhetoric and patriotism.
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