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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1920

Page

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Brooklyn Wins Second World Series Game In 1920

Brooklyn Robins blanked Cleveland Indians 2 0 at Ebbets Field to even the World Series at one game each. Grimes pitched a steady shutout for Brooklyn while Bagby struggled, Cleveland mustering seven hits and making an uncharacteristic error.

Brooklyn Ebbetts “Field Cleveland Indians Robins Coveleskie Burleigh Grimes Clevelanders Grimes Big Jim Bagby Ebbetts Field Brooklyn Robins Bagby O’neill Miller Jamieson Connolly Konetchy Wamby J. Johnston Speaker E. Smith Smith Olson Sewell Doc Johnston Griffith Johnston W. Johnston Wheat Myers Gardner Uhle Clarke Kilduff Sterling Ball Honey O'Neill Koney O‘neill Wamby Jr W. Johnsteen Kitduff Pete J. Johnson Yielong Graney Burns Sevel Nunnamaker Uhlo R. H.C.A Myers Cf Eesee Eeeevee Miller Ceetestene Grimes Ps O’day Dineen Klem

Botkins Sentenced to Life for Death of 3 Year Old

In Defiance Ohio Joshua Botkins was sentenced to life imprisonment with hard labor for beating to death Arthur Bullock, age three, on July 9. Judge Fred L. Hay led the common pleas court denying a new trial, with a 20 day stay to allow an appeal petition.

Defiance, CO Joshua Botkins Arthur Bullock Fred L. Hay Common Pleas Court Botkins Court of Appeals

Cromwell Steel Plant in Lorain Closes Temporarily

Cromwell Steel Co officials announce temporary cessation of operations in Lorain Ohio as orders slump. The plant, normally employing nearly 500 workers, will retain office staff while all shop and station mechanics are laid off.

Lorain, O Cromwell Steel Co

Trade commission suspends several newspapers

Washington reports the federal trade commission has suspended key newspapers during the past week including The Philadelphia Press The Erie Herald and Mt Vernon Register in New York and New Jersey areas.

Washington The Federal Trade Commission Philadelphia Press Erie Herald Mt. Vernon Register

Miners Hospital Planned for Charleston West Virginia

Plans unveiled for a $200000 hospital in Charleston to serve coal miners exclusively. The project was authorized at a recent United Mine Workers convention in Charleston.

Charleston W. Va United Mine Workers of America

From Clerk to Millionaire James Childs Gould Rise

James Childs Gould, a member of pescament from Central Cardiff ales, began as a clerk in an New York insurance office and built his fortune through studying the business in spare time.

James Childs Gould Pescament

Labor Secretary Wilson to Rule on Wage-Scale Talks

Secretary William B. Wilson said he would announce from Washington his decision on reopening wage-scale talks between Pennsylvania anthracite miners and operators. He spoke during a visit to Canton after a miners’ committee pressed for action, warning a strike could follow if the request is denied.

Canton William B. Wilson Washington Pennsylvania Wilson Theennsylvania Field

All American drive planned for October 18 at Harding front porch

Columbus October 6 Ohio Republicans announce a nationwide pilgrimage to Marion for an America First rally on October 18. First voters will attend and delegations from many states will join. Senator Harding will deliver a major speech while Governor Coolidge and Harding share the front porch platform.

Columbus Marion Harding Ohio Haley America First Indiana Illinois Republican National Committee United States National Committee Hays Coolidge

Heating Restores Warmth at Ohio University

After two weeks of cold Se weather and widespread colds students and faculty at Ohio University finally saw steam heat turn on at noon today. The new central plant heating system had suffered delays due to labor shortages but now warms all buildings including dormitories and classrooms. President Alston Ellis noted Athens endured the coldest fall in ten years exacerbating the hardship.

Ohio University Alston Ellis Athens

Women to Meet Alice at Mrs Biddle's Park Place

Athens women are invited to meet Mrs Nicholas Longworth Alice Roosevelt at 29 Park Place on Saturday afternoon October 9 from 3 to 5. Organizers prepare to host five hundred guests drawing Republicans and Democrats alike to greet Mrs Longworth noted as a charming public figure.

Athens Nicholas Longsworth Alice Roosevelt Thomas R. Biddle Park Place Longworth

Rural school levy talks set for Lodi and Alexander townships

Meetings in Lodi and Alexander townships will discuss the extra three mill levy for rural schools and urge voter attendance in the November election. Sessions run October 7 through October 29 at multiple local schoolhouses with officials and educators urging participation and debate.

I and Alexander Townships Lodi Alexander Lodi Township Jerseyville Alex Root Judson K. Mardis Pratta Fork W. E. Riley Angell Ridge G. H. Crow Kinney Alexander Township Chase School House Root Bassett Hebbardsville Bartels Pleasant Hill Sharp School House M. OD. Hughes

Burglars Raid Jewelry Box In New York Theft

Two burglars in New York likely sought a divining rod after stealing a jewel box from David Sacker. The box contained $5 cuff links and concealed inside was $20,000 in jewelry.

New York David Sacker

Mohawk Tribe 174 Meeting Notice

Notice to all Mohawk Tribe 174 members to attend Wigwam on Thursday October 7 at 7 PM for important business and refreshments. George Mitchell sachem and C C Van Dyke clerk. October 6 5

Geo. Mitchell Sachem C. C. van Dyke

Chicago braces for four-year recovery from war impact

Chicago bird dealers warn imports of German canaries will take four years to return to pre war levels. The time frame is tied to broader postwar supply restoration and consumer demand in the city.

Chicago

Dance Chauncys Ohio at K of P Hall Friday Night

DANCE CHAUNCYS OHIO AT K OF P HALL FRIDAY NIGHT WITH GOOD MUSIC AND BEST OF ORDER. 10 5 3.

Chauncys Ohio K. of P. Hall

Why They Won't Serve

In Evanston New London Oct 6 jury service fails to attract housewives. Deputies sought women after exhausting a jury panel but could not secure volunteers. Reasons given include impertinence to men and childcare duties, with excuses about a tooth, illness, and family objections.

Evanston

Juniors Form Harding Coolidge Club in Athens County

Athens county plans a junior Harding Coolidge club with kickoff Friday at 6 30 in the court room. I M Foster and J P Wood lead. Any person under 21 may join. Over 100 young Republicans already pledge. Both sexes expect active roles in campaign work once organized.

Athens County Harding-Coolidge Club I. M. Foster J. P. Wood

Capital Beauty Engaged to Wed

Miss Anna R. Kite daughter of Commander and Mrs S W Kite of Washington is engaged to marry Frank Pierce Harmon this autumn. The note identifies her as a debutante of two or three seasons ago and references a social standing in Washington society.

Anna R. Kite

Peace talks set for armistice signing in Riga Saturday

Reports from Riga say Russia and Poland will sign an armistice and a preliminary peace order next Saturday. Russian foreign minister Tchitcherin and Polish deputy leaders will attend as delegations meet to finalize main points. The Dailly Sketch notes a tense note to France amid alleged anti Russian moves and calls for allied labor solidarity.

Moscow Russia Poland Riga Eapa Tchit Adolf Joffee Jan Dombiski Tchitcherin France Baron Wrangel Ukraine

Marriage License for Raymond Berryman and Mary Coral Thompson

Raymond Berryman a railroad brakeman of Richmond Virginia and Mary Coral Thompson of Trimble obtained a marriage license.

Raymond Berryman Richmond, Va Mary Coral Thompson Trimble

Mayor removes Wall after Dela hanty investigation stance

In Toledo on October 6 Mayor Schreiber dismissed Police Chief Herbert Safety Director Wall for refusing to delay probing charges against Detective Inspector Dela hanty. Wall said he would not tolerate white washing of any official.

Toledo Tency Delahanty Herbert Wall Schreiber

Albert Hein Rich Charged Over Our Dancing Class Briefs

A series of briefs were filed in New York after Albert Hein Rich faced charges related to clothing his dancing class too scantily. The case drew attention for its unusual scope and the number of briefs submitted.

New York Albert Heinrich

Reeves Named Republican Sheriff Nominee After Recount

Meigs County board initially certified Geo Beards after a recount dispute over tally sheets. Secretary of State Smith ordered certification for Wilbur A Reeves of Pomeroy as the Republican sheriff nominee. Reeves filed charges claiming the board lacked authority. Smith urged restoring the original return and certifying Reeves.

Columbus Board of Election Meigs County Smith Wilbur A. Reeves Pomeroy Geo. St. Beards Reeves Beards

Wheat price drop may lower bread cost

Chicago October 6 Russell J Poole secretary of the city councils high cost of living committee predicted lower bread prices due to falling grain prices on the Chicago board of trade Wheat has slumped nearly 20 cents a bushel in the last two days and flour has fallen about 3 a barrel Poole said cheaper flour will reduce bread costs.

Chicago Russell J. Poole Chicago Board of Trade Poole

New Work for Athens School

Walter Porter was named recreational director in addition to his eighth grade teaching duties by the board of education at their Monday meeting. He will receive $50 extra per month all year and oversee the playgrounds in summer. Porter will organize physical culture classes this week for boys and girls at the national guard armory, which the superintendent was authorized to secure. The armory will also be used.

Walter Porter Board of Education Porter Rv. Porter National Guard

Federal board tests injured soldiers for training in county

W. K. Bowling, federal vocational training rep, is in Athens county through Thursday noon to determine eligibility of disabled soldiers for government training. Three county men Harlin Z. Lent of Trimble James E. Spencer of Murray City and Clyde E. Bowers of Albany have been examined and will receive training. Bowling will be at M. D. Hughes office in Cline building to test all disabled veterans seeking education or trade training at public expense.

W. K. Bowling Federal Board of Vocational Training For Athens County Harlin Z. Lent Trimble James E., Spencer Murray City Clyde E. Bowers Albany Athens Bowling M. D. Hughes Cline

Icelandic Dried Cod Ground Into Four For Breed

Dried cod from Iceland is ground into a four to be used as feed for breeding stock. The process constructs a protein rich meal believed to aid growth and vitality in farmed fish and livestock.

Iceland

Fragmented political itinerary hints at Republican swing through Midwest

Raymond Clapper notes a southwest trip with stops in Oklahoma City and Marion while Harding plans arrival and a speech in Des Moines. The piece mentions factional strife among Illinois Republicans and a reception in Chicago. Engagements extend to Kentucky Tennessee and a Buffalo event in October.

Raymond Clapper Oklahoma City Marion Harding Cage D Moines Illnois Ing Chicago Kreatem Tennessee Entau Buffalo

Local Union Street Va. figure L. B. Bean noted in local item

Fragmentary copy mentions L. B. Bean associated with Union Street in Virginia, with unclear context and missing details about role or event.

L. B. Bean Union Street Lou

Fragmentary Crime Note Hints at Murder Scene

An unclear affidavit fragment mentions a murder scene and person named Heansel. details are missing, but the report notes a homicide tied to an identifiable individual. Further clarification is needed to confirm charges and location.

Galiows Fisec

Free postal political reader issued for voters

A message from the Athens Messenger Info Bureau invites voters to request a free political booklet comparing the Soviet constitution with the United States framework. The pamphlet, aimed at both men and women, is mailed at no charge, with return postage required. Frederic J. Haskin directs the program from Washington, D. C.

Rusa Merica Frederic J. Haskin Athens Messenger Info Bureau Washington, D. C

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