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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 24, 1922

Page

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Poison Theory Cast Aside In Henderson Tragedy

Lancaster Ohio officials shifted from a poison theory after the Henderson family deaths as they tested food samples and organs at Ohio State University. State health officials noted possible flame evidence from a stove and hot plate but await test results, with results expected early next week.

Lancaster Lancaster, O Irving Henderson West Side Henderson Home State Health Department Henderson BE. R. Harhurst Division of Industrial Hygiene Columbus Hayhurst Ieving BE. Henderson Ienderson W. Florencé Bila Helen Maine Christiana BE. R. Hayhuret Ohio State University

Bryan says America will not join French alliance

William Jennings Bryan warned that France seeks imperial aims and the United States will avoid any alliance. He said Clemenceau may warn France against relying on U S support in a war inviting policy and stressed disarmament over spoilation.

Miami Fla France United States William Jennings Bryan Georges Clemenceau Clemenceau Clemenceaus Bryan Woodrow Wilson Senate

Ohio University Delinquency Notices Issued to Students

Delinquency notices were sent to 384 students in the Ohio University arts and education colleges, about 25 percent of the student body. Most slips were for one subject. probation rules define status and potential suspension after the semester.

Ohio University College of Arts College of Education

First suit to probe wartime cantons delved fraud

Justice Department orders federal suits against Cantonment contractors led by Teamp Sherman Obie and Camp Grant Rockford to recover about 78.4 million dollars, claiming profiteering in wartime canalments. cases target alleged inside collusion, padding of cost, and loose vouchers with mahordomos in government departments.

R. W. SL Atkins I. N. Ss Washington Department of Justice Daugherty War Department Sherman Camp Grant Rockford Owlves Demnanons

Donahey to limit speeches until legislative adjournment

Governor elect Donahey says he will speak little until the state legislature adjourns next spring. He plans to focus on induction into office and consider state affairs as Ohioans’ suggestions come in, then tackle legislative duties after January. He is urged to appoint James R. Alexander as state prohibition commissioner.

Columbus Donahey James R. Alexander Zanesville Don R. Parker Asht Lay Alexander Congress Friends of Grover C. Maxwell Cleveland Akron State Utilities Commission

Lovette Dies At Desk On Erie Railroad Return

John B. Lovette, 73, longtime Erie Railroad engineer and veteran of 40 years, collapsed and died as he began signing his name upon returning from a run in Galion Ohio on November 24.

White Shrine Dinner RSVP Requested for November 27

Members are asked to notify the secretary by the 34th about attending the 6 o'clock dinner on Monday November 27. Plates will be laid only for those who apply. Emma L. Palmer, Secretary.

White Shrine Emma L. Palmer

Lake storm fatal near Verona Beach sinks six barges

In a 40 mile gale on Oneida Lake near Verona Beach, two men drowned, 30 rescued, and six barges wrecked. The barges were sailing from Buffalo to New York carrying 98,000 bushels of whey.

Trish Bill Introduced in House of Commons

Premier A. Bonar Law introduces the Trish bill in the House of Commons. It would create the Irish free state by affirming the Anglo Irish treaty and the new Irish constitution and must pass before December 6 to become law.

London A. Bonar Law House of Commons Irish Free State

South Mountain Fire Rages Near Hagerstown

A vast forest fire sweeps South Mountain about ten miles east of Hagerstown Maryland. Five hundred men fought the blaze through the night with no chance of extinguishing it. Firefighters focused on protecting the Black Rock Hotel, a summer resort, as the fire was allowed to burn out.

Hagerstown South Mountain Here Black Rock Hotel

Bake Your Own Thanksgiving Pies This Year

The article promotes making light flaky pies for Thanksgiving and highlights a free government Baking Booklet from the Department of Agriculture. Readers can request a copy via The Athens Messenger Information Bureau by mailing a coupon with two cents for postage.

Department of Agriculture Washington Information Bureau

Coal Deals and Mine Consolidations Reported in Cincinnati

In Cincinnati, Ohio on November 24 a series of coal transactions and reorganizations were announced. Blue Diamond Coal Sales Co. bought Crown-By-Products Coal Co. in Harlan Kentucky for over half a million dollars and will invest similarly in improvements. It leased 3000 acres at St Charles Virginia from Peabody interests for development costing about a million dollars. The Logan County Coal Corporation emerges from the consolidation of George M Jones mines in West Virginia, joining Amherst Fuel Co Landale Coal Co Three Forks Coal Co McGregor Coal Co and the original Logan County Coal Co firms.

Cincinnati, CO Cincinnati Blue Diamond Coal Sales Co Crown- By- Products Coal Co Harlan, Ky St. Charles Peabody Coal Chicago George M. Jones West Virginia Logan County Coal Corporation Amherst Fuel Co Landale Coal Co Three Forks Coal Co McGregor Coal Co

Nelsonville Traction Chief Held for Grand Jury

Edward Young of Nelsonville president of the Sunday Creek Traction Co was arrested by Constable Jake Glenn on charges of pointing firearms and carrying concealed weapons. He pleaded not guilty and was bound over to the grand jury under $200 bonds on each charge.

Edward Young Nelsonville Sunday Creek Traction Co Jake Glenn E. B. Davis Young Courtney Hill Hedges

Ford to Eliminate Coal Brokers in Ford Coal Sale Plan

Detroit November 24 Henry Ford aims to remove coal brokers from the fuel trade. surplus coal from Kentucky fields bought by Ford will be sold to retailers at fair profit, bypassing brokers who previously earned the greatest profits in consumer coal sales.

Detroit Henry Ford Kentucky Ford International New York

Clemenceau Denounces US Senators in Boston Interview

Former French premier Georges Clemenceau attacked Senators Borah and Hitchcock in a Boston interview. He denied their accusations against France and called Hitchcock’s speech a bundle of lies fed by German propaganda.

Boston Mass Georges Clemenceau France United States Borah Hitchcock M. Clemenceau The Tiger

Athens opera house to stay open through weekend shows

Building inspectors allow the Athens opera house to remain open for the remainder of the week due to the attraction now billed there. Fright and Saturday evening performances are scheduled, with the house to close after Saturday night.

Athens Opera House Tmne

Alleged Klansmen Reported In Capitol Ceremony

A Washington newspaper says Ku Klux Klan members used government buildings including the Capitol to hold secret rites. It alleges about a dozen hooded men gathered at midnight under the dome to induct a high public official into the order.

Washington United States Capitol Capitol

Scarlet fever prompts town wide school and meeting closures

CHARDON Ohio November 24 Public schools are closed and all public meetings banned by the mayor to stop scarlet fever spread. Six cases reported with fear of more exposures. Picture show houses closed and church services canceled next Sunday unless danger abates.

Chardon

Hall Mills order mystery looms as grand jury reconvenes

Two servants in the household of Rev. Dr. E W Hall pastor of the Church of St. John the Evangelist were expected to testify as Somerset county grand jury in Somerville resumes its investigation into the Hall Mills order mystery.

New Brunswick WN. J E W. Hall Church of St. John the Evangelist Somerset County Grand Jury Somerville Hall-Mills

Execution of Erskine Childers highlights Irish conflict

Erskine Childers, aide to Eamon de Valera, was executed at 7 am by a Free State firing squad after being convicted by a Free State court martial of possessing arms for rebellion. He led youthful guerrillas along the west coast and raided cable stations disrupting US and northeast European communications.

Childers Sinn Fein Free State de Valera Free Staters Michael Collina Guerrilas Wesai United States Europe Wicklow

Tax Office Opens Monday for December 1922 Taxes

County Treasurer R. P. Imes announces the regular December tax collection for 1922 opens Monday. Taxpayers urged to pay early to avoid late rush and congestion. The note ends with an odd cultural aside about politeness and a Chinese saying about hats.

R. P. Imes

Sloane Block Sale to Hayes Burson

Hayes Burson purchased the south end of the old Sloane block on North Court street from Herman Luckoff. The Robinson & Sandia agency arranged the deal, which includes Fulton Grocery, the Littler Show room, the Columbia Theatre and hotel above. Possession begins January 1. Burson will manage part time while still in the Canaan Coal Co. store. Reported price exceeds $50,000.

Sloane Block North Court Street Hayes Burson Jerseyville Herman Luckoff Chauncey Robinson & Sandia Agency Fulton Grocery Company Littler Showroom Columbia Theatre Fhison Poseension Canaan Coal Company

FLEY to HOME AFTER ObAIG IN OLD WORK

Louie Foley a Zanesville High School and Ohio University graduate returns to the United States after nearly three years with Near East Relief. Mrs Foley a relief worker and their infant daughter accompanied him. They served in Harpoot and Syria guiding orphanage supplies and Armenian girls at Sidon before evacuation to safer regions.

New York Near East Rettler Harpoot Syria Louie Foley Zanesville High School Ohio University United States Syrtander Foley Aleppo Sidon Near East

Trout eggs shipped from Washington to Berne Switzerland

Consignments of 100000 trout eggs have been shipped successfully from the bureau of fisheries in Washington to the Swiss government at Berne.

Bureau of Fisheries Washington Berne

County Seeks Delinquent Personal Tax Payments

The county treasurer R P Imes mails notices to delinquent personal tax payers as the county commissioners authorize use of agents for collection. The aim is to give taxpayers time to settle accounts before formal collection actions proceed. The measure reflects a push to recover funds essential to county finances.

R. P. Imes Ines

Redeem Victory Bonds Letters A B C D Fy Cease Interest

All 434 Victory bonds bearing letters A B C D B or Fy stop earning interest after December 15. Holders should surrender these bonds to be paid on December 15. Athens National Bank offers handling services for this process.

Athens National Bank

Population milestone forecast for 2100

An estimate says the earth can support about 6 billion people, a total expected to be reached around 2100 at the current growth rate. The note reflects concerns about resource limits and long term trends in population growth.

Dance Saturday Night at Harvey's Pavilion Chauncey

Five orchestra Squinty Five performs Saturday night at Harvey's Pavilion Chauncey with dance music and local entertainment for guests seeking a lively evening.

Harvey” S Pavilion Chauncey Squinty Five Orchestra

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