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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1931

Page

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Ford Sees Real Prosperity Ahead Not A Quick Recovery

Henry Ford predicts real prosperity for the United States, not speculative recovery, and argues that stock markets, hoarding, and reliance on government aid undermine independence. He urges work, self-reliance, and wiser spending, saying money must circulate in value producing use and that Americans must return to individual initiative.

United Press Detroit Mich U.R Henry Ford Ford Santa Claus

Snow Warms Eastward Ends Midwest Heat Wave

Winter weather sweeps from the Rockies toward the Midwest ending a late fall heat spell. Heavy rain bathes the region as temperatures fall toward freezing. snowfall is forecast for the Dakotas Minnesota upper Michigan and Nebraska within 24 hours. Calgary reports 16 below zero and relief comes to farmers through moisture aiding soils and a drought relief for winter wheat areas.

Midwest Michigan Chicago Rocky Mountain Tony Dakotas Minnesota Upper Michigan Nebraska Great Lakes Canada Calgary Alta Medicine Hat Battle Ford

Brisbane column syndicated today

A concise syndicated column by Arthur Brisbane published today, reflecting the era's editorial voice and social commentary. The piece presents viewpoints on contemporary events and public affairs, offered in Brisbane's signature brisk prose.

Japanese Troops Dig In at Tahsing in Pace of War

Japanese forces dug in at Tahsing facing a possibly larger Chinese attack led by General Ma Chan Shan. Tokio reports a severe bombardment threat, while the League of Nations debates whether there will be war in the Orient. Ma Chan Shan says he expects air bombardment and knows he is outnumbered.

Tahsing Tokio Ma Chan Shan League of Nations Orient Japan League

Rabies Scare Aboard Manila Harbor Destroyer

A small dog smuggled aboard a United States destroyer in Manila Harbor bit ten sailors. One sailor died of rabies and the other nine were hospitalized for treatment. The bitten concealed the incident.

United States Manila

Senators weigh tax rise as sales tax favored

Senator Watson declares a tax increase inevitable and Senator Smoot, chair of the finance committee, agrees. They favor a sales tax but doubt congressional approval. The government faces a two billion dollar deficit, and forgiving European debtors is deemed impractical.

Watson Smoot Finance Committee Sam Congress

Brookhart backs Johnson for Republican nomination

Iowa Senator Brookhart endorses California Senator Hiram Johnson for the GOP presidential nomination. Johnson has not yet spoken, and the nominee must present a credible plan or show vastly improved conditions by election day.

Brookhart Iowa Hiram Johnson California Johnson

Geniuses and Democrats in a time of economic strain

An opinion contrasts genius as the ability to endure effort with democracy as prone to errors and infighting at the last minute. The piece warns that continued gloom, mass unemployment, and lack of a clear plan could disadvantage Democrats against hard times.

Sing Sing Convicts Defeat Naval Militia 33 to 0 in Football

Sing Sing convicts fought hard against eleven naval militiamen and won 33 to zero. Captain Red Hope, nearing the end of his sentence, urged the team as the game continued.

Sing Sing Red’’ Hope Page

Farmers Institute draws record crowds at Coolville

Crowds attended the Farmers Institute in Coolville on Monday and Tuesday, with Monday evening attendance around 700, a record. Speakers W. D. Zinn and Mrs. Paul B. Maxwell received enthusiastic welcomes. Edgar Dixon and K. C. Ray also spoke. The event featured community singing and music, concluding with prize awards in the fruit and vegetable show.

Farmers’ Institute Coolville W. D. Zinn Paul B. Maxwell Edgar Dixon K. C. Ray

Matthews Heads Ohio Prohibition Department

Edmund G. Matthews of Elyria was named chief of the Ohio Prohibition Department by Governor White to succeed the late Clarence Sears. The 36 year old Democrat has served as deputy since March 23 and was a former Lorain County sheriff. He plans no immediate changes in personnel or policy.

Clarence H. Sears State Department Columbus U.P Edmund G. Matthews Elyria State Prohibition Department White Chillicothe Matthews Sears Lorain County 135Th Field Artillery United Press Prohibition Department

Hoover plan limits aid to solvent banks in new credit move

President Hoover announced that the National Credit Corporation will not liquidate failed banks. The plan confines its discounting to paper offered by solvent and going banks, as organizers briefed 257 banks in 27 northeastern Ohio counties gathered in Cleveland.

Hoover Cleveland U.P National Credit Corporation Credit Corporation Ohio

Diplomats Seek Steamer Rates Amid London Echoes

A writer expresses bemusement at diplomats, noting they may receive special tourist rates on steamers. The letter recalls Grandi from the London disarmament conference and questions France's Laval arrangements, portraying diplomatic maneuvering with sharp humor.

Patients Claim Cure Is Fake

In Youngstown in November 1840 Rev. O A Johnson of the Full Gospel Spiritualist Church is on trial for obtaining money from hexed patients. Some clients call him a fake as they recall parchment plasters and knotted strings used for protection. A key witness, Mrs Addie James, said she joined the church for hop flipped reasons and wore protective items while the husband testified Johnson claimed she was badly hexed and might not last long.

Youngstown O. A. Johnson Johnson Addie James

Girl Scouts Collect Warmth For Thanksgiving Distribution

Girl Scouts across the nation respond to Mrs. Herbert Hoover by gathering discarded clothing that is mended and packed for distribution. They also can fruits and vegetables and collect non perishable foods to fill baskets for Thanksgiving Day relief. Troop meeting places serve as donation receiving stations.

New York Herbert Hoover

Italy's Grandi Meets Hoover On Disarmament Efforts

Italian foreign minister Dino Grandi met President Hoover in Washington for a talk described as an arm chair conference on world history. Grandi carried Mussolini's instructions that Italy is willing to sacrifice to end its naval rivalry with France and to pursue new disarmament steps.

Washington U.P Hoover Italy Dino Grandi Benito Mussolini France

Assembly Not Called by Ohio Officials Amid Welfare Vote Fallout

Columbus officials say no move to convene the Ohio General Assembly in extraordinary session has been made despite reports. They urge the governor has power to limit measures to emergencies only if such a session becomes necessary. Foreseeable recall and welfare bond defeat cited as factors amid winter unemployment relief appeals.

Columbus, CO U.P Ohio General Assembly George White Thos

Present Both Sides German Frenchman Tell of Situations in Europe

In Columbus a Berlin founder of a politics school Dr Ernst Jackh argues Germany will not wage aggression again while French journalist M Raymond Lange says Germany is torn by the Versailles Treaty and has invaded France twice with Hitler openly speaking of war. The debate shows fear and rivalry affecting European tranquility.

Europe Columbus U.P Ernst Jackh Berlin France M. Raymond Lange Germany Adolph Hitler

Elderly Woman Slain Near Chicago

Police found the body of a gray bearded elderly woman beside a quiet road outside Chicago. A purse with letters to Mrs Louise Sulk suggested the victim, and one letter from her son criticized her for giving money to companions so they could "play big shots."

Chicago U.P Louise Sulk

New Members Named by Student Honoraries

Collectors for the Ohio University Student Relief Association collected clothing, canned goods, and some money on Monday night after a two week drive. More than 200 Athens County children will benefit as proceeds move to the county superintendent of schools for sorting and remodeling. A second collection is planned after Thanksgiving vacation.

Ohio University Student Relief Association Athens County J. M. Higgins Majestic Theater Community Chest Grumpy Winston Waisman Ohio University

Community Chest drive gains support in Athens area

The Athens County Community Chest luncheon at Hotel Berry featured Rev. Lloyd Evans praising Hocking Valley miners and urging sustained aid. Campaign director R. C. Hess reported $6,868.31 toward a $15,000 goal as plans for benefit showings at the Ohio, Majestic, and Columbia theaters were announced for the week ahead.

Community Chest Hotel Berry Lloyd Evans Presbyterian Church Nelsonville Hocking Valley Ohio Midwest Athens Athens County R. C. Hess Berry Hess

State probes death of Curtis Lysinger in MOP town

State investigation opened into Curtis Lysinger 60 a state dry agent operative found dead in bed at his home Richland County coroner Dr James K Biddle ruled heart disease district deputy prohibition commissioner RR M Landfair questioned the finding Lysinger allegedly warned of threats and Biddle said he was beaten at a restaurant before his death Police charged Lysinger with intoxication during the fight

Manspield Curtis Lysinger James K. Biddle Richland County M. Landfair Biddle Lysinger

Brown Criticizes Highways Work as Piecemeal

Secretary of State Clarence Brown told the Northeastern Ohio County Commissioners Association at Silver Lake that state highway work is piece meal and lacks continuity. He urged longer range planning and closer cooperation between state highway officials and county commissioners to reduce detours as part of his 1932 gubernatorial campaign.

Brown Akron U.P Ohio County Commissioners Association Silver Lake Country Club Here Clarence Brown

Urges Early Orders

Gov. George White urged state departments and local authorities to place orders for manufactured goods and raw materials and award bids on construction projects early for 1932. The move aims to stabilize business and curb unemployment by allowing dealers and manufacturers to plan and secure definite delivery dates.

Columbus U.P George White

Savings Bank to Mail Christmas Checks to Depositors

More than 200 depositors will share about 11500 in Christmas Savings Fund checks from Security Savings Bank of Athens. Charles O Bleness, cashier, said checks go out so depositors have them by December 1. Members joined the club with weekly deposits from 25 cents to 5 dollars, most between 5 cents and 2 dollars. 3 percent interest is paid.

Security Savings Bank of Athens Charles O’bleness Christmas Savings Club

Jap Offensive Opens Northward Toward Manchuria

The Japanese general offensive toward Tslathar began today as Chinese forces retreated after a combined artillery, infantry, and cavalry attack with heavy casualties feared. Tokyo prepared to send reinforcements to Manchuria, possibly an army division, while the League of Nations Council faced possible drastic action. United States Ambassador Dawes led peace negotiations as Japanese delegate Yoshigawa prepared to present a compromise plan.

Tslathar Tokio Manchuria Paria League of Nation Council United States Kenkichi Yoshigawa

Still Hiccoughing

Ira A. King, Mansfield automobile dealer, has suffered 10 days of persistent hiccoughs at Mansfield General Hospital. Mail and letters propose varied remedies from ice cream and aromatic ammonia to drinking water with fingers in the ears and nine swallows, with musk used briefly by physicians but no lasting relief.

Mansfield U.R Mansfield General Hospital Ira A. King United States Canada

Sidewalk Rebuilding Begun Before Federal Building

Work started today on rebuilding the sidewalk along West Union Street in front of the Federal Building. Sinking sections and water pools will be removed and replaced with new walkways, with completion expected in a few days.

Federal Building West Union Street

Support for Girl Scouting Urged in New York Statement

Dr George E Vincent president emeritus of the Rockefeller Foundation urged continued support of Girl Scouting and leisure time programs on behalf of the Association of Community Chests and Councils. He warned victory should not be claimed only by survival from cold or hunger, but by maintaining social standards through permanent social services.

New York George E. Vincent Rockefeller Foundation Association of Community Chests and Councils America Dr. Vincent

Uncle Tom's Cabin show producer dead in railroad accident

Warren Ohio reports the death of C. G. Phillips 71 a veteran Uncle Tom's Cabin show producer after his wagon train touring company was struck by a train near Xenia Ohio Phillips had worked on the road since 1885 traveling coast to coast for twenty years and was enroute to a performance when killed.

Former deputy sheriff jailed for gun smuggling

Reo Willison, 28, once Franklin County deputy sheriff, pleaded guilty in four criminal courts to smuggling a gun to a county jail and was sentenced to one to three years in the Ohio Penitentiary. He admitted a $500 payment for supplying the weapon.

Columbus, CO Reo Willison Franklin County Ohio Willison

Automobile wreck ends life of former prosecutor

In Napoleon on November 16 40 the motor car of Julien F. Vancerceack 40 a former prosecutor of Henry Coumery was found wrecked with his body wedged behind the wheel near a steam roller thought to have struck the vehicle. He leaves a widow and two children.

Napoleon Julien F. Vancerceack Henry Coumery Denbroek

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