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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1931

Page

5

Minimal Campaign Spending Across Athens County Candidates

Filing of expense accounts shows 62 of 62 candidates reported no campaign spending for the November election. The highest expense listed was $30.31 by Sam C. Warren, with several others under $20. Re-elected officials such as Mayo Robert S. Wood and Charles S. Moore show modest costs for cards, printing, or small payments to workers.

Mayo Robert S .Wood Athens Sam C. Warren C. H. Porter Justice of Peace Athens Township Dwight H. Rutherford Charles S. Moore Miles A. Jacoby Frank White J. W. Hickman Nelsonville Bob Huenfeld Walter Maccombs York Township Ira Whitmore Wayne Baumgardner Vivian Dowler O. H. Martin Isaac C. Warner Sam Covert Board of Education Andrew Allen Glouster G. W. Fischer Marshal Mary Cornwell Thomas Williams Worthy Parker William J. Golding Board of Public Affairs Joseph Wolf Sr Joseph Nelson Wolf Nelson Dover Township Bert R. Angie Henry Williams William H. Christman John C. Brown John Mohney Buchtel R. R. Crislipy Troy Township F. I. Caldwell Rome Township Walter Pidcock

Dining on the Green Germany’s envoy joins golf foursome

The German ambassador Friedrich von Prittwitz und Graffon played in a foursome where a caddy loudly proclaimed “Here’s your ball,” prompting shushing by the host as the embassy guest tried to ignore the outburst. The caddy and the ambassador’s companion both hailed from Germany.

Washington Friedrich W. von Prittwitz Und Graffon German Republic United States Germany

Old Books Are Possessed by Athens Man

John Gilbert of Athens brought to The Messenger a rare edition of Robinson Crusoe from Philadelphia printed about 100 years ago along with an 1863 almanac and a Civil War apron made by his mother. The items include a 1858 half dime, a flag apron, and a story of how the Crusoe book was sold in New Marshfield over half a century ago.

The Messenger John Gilbert West Union Street Athens New Marshfield Ellen McHarg Gilbert Dr. J. C John Perkins Philadelphia Mary Ann Hall John Ijams Robinson Crusoe Friday England

Indictments Return in Abuse Case of Edith Riley

A grand jury indicted Harry N. Riley and his wife on charges of mistreatment and torture of 12 year old Edith Riley who was allegedly kept prisoner in a closet for years. Mrs Riley identified as the step-mother faces the accusation. The case centers on severe abuse allegations and potential court actions.

Washington Harry N. Riley Edith Riley

Hunter 8 Killed by Exploding Rifle in Lorain

William Lin gie, 34, was killed in Lorain when a second hand rifle he bought for a hunting trip exploded during its first shots and sent a charge through his neck. The accident occurred today as he prepared for a hunting expedition. Police and investigators examined the weapon and scene for details.

Prosperity Through Shared Effort Not Despair

The article urges resilience amid economic gloom noting depressions recur but recovery follows. It compares past boom and current recovery signals, calls for national unity and shared sacrifice, and proposes raising 15,000 dollars to fund wartime needs as proof of commitment and hope.

Thia Eeeda America Athens Hocking Valley Reneery Ita

Canaan Township Farmers Meet For Institute Talks

Canaan Township farmers will hear W D Zinn and Mrs Paul D Maxwell as speakers at a three session Institute on Wednesday and two Thursday sessions. Topics include The Things That Count in Life Farm Management and Vision of the Farm Woman. Prizes will honor displays of vegetables fruits and baked goods.

W. D. Zinn Philippi W. Va Paul D. Maxwell Dairy Authority of Cardington Canaan Township

Forward Look Urged in Teaching at Land Grant Meet

CHICAGO Nov. 17 Dr. George W Rightmire president of Ohio State University and the Association of Land Grant Colleges opened the convention urging higher schools to stress present conditions and balance training for citizenship with wealth production and conservation He said land grant institutions have a duty to the social body and urged curriculum building and forward looking course making.

Chicago U.R George W. Rightmire Ohio State University Association of Land Grant Colleges

State Department Briefing Teases With Silent Answers

A Washington press conference routine unfolds as Secretary Stimson faces crowd questions on optimism and policy. A vanished line of information sparked rumors when Hanson's Harbin trip prompted speculation about American views on Japan, only to be clarified later as a weekend visit with friends in Tsitsihar.

Stimson Manchuria Tsitsihar George Hanson Harbin Hanson Japan State Department Department

Gypsy Queen Charged With Larceny in Cincinnati

Queen Amelia Marks, 48, leader of a local Gypsy band, faced a larceny charge for $400 after New York police relayed the complaint filed by Mrs. John Kapin. Prince Alex Marks, the Gypsy heir, fled with his Brooklyn bride Ruby Ranko, amid past kidnapping and marriage disputes involving the Ranko family.

Cincinnati U.P Amelia Marks Prince Alex Marks Ruby Ranko Brooklyn Amelia New York John Kapin Alex Ranko

Depew Estate Tax Appraisal Values In New York

The estate of the late Chauncey M. Depew Jr., son of a former U.S. senator, is appraised at 6,144,291 dollars gross and 4,973,557 dollars net for transfer tax purposes.

New York Chauncey M. Depew, Jr United States

Home Drug Co Ad for Liver and Gall Bilacer Treatment

Local advert promotes a liver and gall bladder remedy from Home Drug Co of Minneapolis Minnesota. Claims 28 years of gratifying results and a money back guarantee with a prescription from a recognized specialist. Clip and order literature and treatment now.

Write Home Drug Co

Indicted authors and eight others tied to criminal syndicalism

A Kentucky grand jury indicted author Theodore Dreiser and John Dos Passos along with six other prominent figures on charges of criminal syndicalism. The case links famed writers to political agitation and organized action across the state.

Middlesboro Theodore Dreiser John Dos Passon Kentucky

Fourth Grade Plans Shirley Beta Birthday Celebration

November 17 at East Ride School the fourth graders honor Shirley Beta with a classroom celebration marking her birthday as classmates anticipate many happy returns.

East Ride Shirley Beta Shirley

Upset Not Serious Cure Promised For Digestive Trouble

An advertisement touts Cascaret candies to relieve constipation and boost energy. It claims rapid bowel cleansing and regulated action with a multi-night course and notes Canevarota is made from Canada and sold at drug stores.

Canada

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