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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1932

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Oklahoma Mine War Envelops McAlester Penitentiary

At McAlester Oklahoma 109 union miners were jailed on conspiracy charges as 175 pickets protested the Little Bden mine. Gov. Murray intervened to move detainees to receiving ward while others were released. In Canton Illinois National Guardsmen patrolled Fulton County mines as blockades and wage scale disputes escalated.

Mcalester Okla U.P Oklahoma C. P. Ray State Criminal Bureau Little Boen United Mine Workers of America Union Penitentiary Sam Brown W. H. Murray Little Bden Canton U.R Fulton County Farmington Here

State Service Jobs Open in Ohio Civil Service Bulletin

Twenty two examinations for positions in the Ohio Civil Service classified service are set for October 20 and 21. Open posts include teachers for the mentally retarded and vocational carpentry at the Ohio Soldiers and Sailors' Orphans Home, plus clerical roles in the State Auditor's office the Superintendent of the Boys Industrial School and the Division of Insurance. The Highway Department lists several grades and roles, and additional openings cover fair managers border patrolmen health inspectors interpreters and more. The Commission will mail free bulletins with qualifications duties and salaries to interested applicants in Columbus Ohio.

Ohio Civil Service Classified Service Ohio Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Orphans’ Home State Auditor’s Office Boys’ Industrial School State Highway Department The Commission State Civil Service Commission Columbus Ohio

Astronomical Guest Nights Begin at Perkins Observatory

Delaware, Oct. 6 Guests at Perkins Observatory Ohio Wesleyan University will hear evening lectures on the astral bodies and view heavenly wonders through the new telescope. World famous astronomers will address attendees during the astronomical guest nights beginning October 10 and October 11.

Delaware U.R Perkins Observatory Ohio Wesleyan University

Plot to bomb Michigan prison implicates guards

Dearborn police and prosecutors questioned five suspects as they pressed to confirm guards involvement in a plot to bomb Jackson State Prison to free inmates. Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Sherman F. Kelly said at least two other guards besides Archie French are implicated.

Dearborn Mich U.P Jackson Archie French Sherman F. Kelly Kelly French Agnes Schoonmaker Minneapolis James Hall Overstreet Oklahoma Mary Cross Eddie Cross Kelley Harry S. Toy Hall Cross Miss Cross

Work Sharing Drive Started Through Ohio

Ohio based drive aims to restore consumption by getting workers back to jobs. John E. Galvin of Lima becomes general chair of the Fourth District share-the-work campaign. Water Teagie of New York to visit Cleveland for a civic meeting launching the effort next Thursday.

Cleveland U.P John E. Galvin Lima Ohio Steel Foundry Fourth Federal Reserve District Galvin Water C. Teagie New York

Cleveland’s Unofficial Betting Commissioner Dies at 63

T W Raleigh known as Cleveland’s unofficial betting commissioner died after a long illness. He ran a downtown cigar store frequented by politicians and gamblers and acted as a trusted stake holder for wagers on elections, games, and races. He held large stakes at times and later entered real estate. He is survived by his widow Frances.

Cleveland U.P T. W Tim) Raleigh Raleigh Frances Raleigh

False Reports Shape Russo Japanese Tensions

Soviet dispatches from Khabarovsk say circulating rumors in American circles at Harbin claim U.S. support for anti Manchukuo forces. The reports, described as viciously provocative, aim to sharpen Russo Japanese relations as the United States consulate intensifies activity among White Russians.

United States Moscow Kahabarovsk Harbin

Expert To Lead Ohio Economist To Help Bankers Form National Policies

Col. Leonard P. Ayres of Cleveland will head the American Bankers Association economic policy commission. Francis H. Sisson announced the new head and a twelve member panel to investigate governmental policy and major economic trends.

Ohio Los Angeles Col Leonard P. Ayres Cleveland Capitaliser Economic Policy Commission American Bankers’ Association Francis H. Sisson

Hambrick Leads Ohio Open After First 18 At Springfield

At Springfield Country Club Ohio October 6 Arenie Hambrick of Zanesville shot 69 for the first 18 holes while Carl Rocco of Cleveland led with 66 35-31. Other early finishers include Denny Shute 71 Julian Blanton 76 Archie Hambrick 69 and Al Espinosa 75. The championship is 72 holes with 18 holes tallied for early scores.

Springfield Country Club Springfield Arenie Hambrick Zanesville Carl Rocco Cleveland Hambrick Denny Shute Hudson Julian Blanton Marietta Archie Hambrick G. Livesay Columbus Max Devol Hison Mike Heaney Athens

Bankers Close With Election

The American Bankers' Association wraps its fifty-eighth annual convention in Los Angeles with installation of officers. Harold Cunningham of Los Angeles wins the national public speaking contest. Francis H. Sisson becomes president. Francis Marion Law and Rudolf S. Hecht are named first and second vice presidents. Agnes M. Kenney leads the Association of Bank Women in a separate meeting.

Los Angeles U.P American Bankers’ Association Paul Shop Southern Pacific Railway Harold Paul Cunningham Association Francis H. Sisson Guaranty Trust Company of New

Complete Cast for Movie Is Announced by Director

Director Don O Newland selects Mary Catherine Chute 19 Athens High School graduate and Ohio University junior to play Baby Ethel in the two reel comedy Athens Hero The cast includes Billy Brown Jack Swanson Katrinka and other Athens district residents Filming occurs at the Majestic Theater with interior and audience shots today through Saturday Upcoming football game scenes are woven into the plot.

Mary Catherine Chute Juantot Ohio University Misa Chute Robert Chute Athens Messenger Athens Majestic Theater Miller Avenue Don O. Newland Chute Athens High School Ohio University Athena Ethel Robert Wood Henpeck Carl Beasley Katrinka Iin Helen Jones Navarre Gertrude Vermaaten Ezra Fellock Evan Jones Park Place Vermaaten Trimble the Messenger Court Union Streets

Want Law Changed Sheriffs in Picket Trouble

Delegates at the Federation of Labor convention condemned the ousting of pickets in Southern Ohio coal fields during the recent mine strike. A resolution passed at closing sessions charged sheriffs with National Guard power dismantling picketers camps and forcing picketing workers from mines. It called for legislation against such procedure.

Columbus U.P Federation of Labor Ohio National Guard

Scouts Gather in Athens to Aid Red Cross Garment Drive

Forty Boy Scouts of Athens will visit every city home Saturday morning to collect buttons thread and bindings for Red Cross sewing. Residents should have items ready for collection. Athens County Red Cross expects thirty one thousand yards of cloth to be turned into garments for needy families, especially children.

Boy Scouts of Athens Red Cross Boy Scouts Athens County

Ontario Deputy AG Retained to Seek Fugitive Warrant

Deputy Attorney General Edward Bayly of Ontario was retained to obtain a warrant in Canadian courts to arrest Martin J. Insull as a fugitive from justice for Cook County Illinois.

Toronto Ont U.pj Edward Bayly K. C Ontario Cook County Illinois Martin J. Insull

Classified Highlights Offer Bargains Today

Small heating stores advertise for sale from $1. Five rooms of furniture including four poster beds and butterfly tables offered at low prices in Classification 59. In Nelsonville a 1929 Ford business coupe for $150 in Classification 11. Irish Cobbler potatoes at 75 cents per bushel in Classification 87. A desirable three room furnished apartment for rent on North Court Street Athens in Classification 74.

Nelsonville North Court Street Athens

Hoover Prepares Nationwide Campaign Swing After Chicago Riot

Chicago saw a mass gathering of about 500 unemployed at a West Side relief station. Rioters clashed with police, one man was gravely injured, and several demonstrators were hurt as officers dispersed the crowd with clubs. The protest opposed relief cuts amid rising hunger fears. In Washington, President Hoover returned from a tour he called successful and signaled plans for another national swing to rally support against the Democratic Party. He aims to stress Republican records and counter Democratic criticisms while planning stops in Ohio and Indiana.

Chicago Joseph Sbhosab John Touhy Communist Party Washington Democratic Party Ita Europe Ohio Indiana Dew Moines Canton

Ends Curiosity Over Bankroll

Governor George White denies millionaire or broke claims. He cites a $22,000 return from Alaska 1920, later gains from oil field investments, and says his $10,000 governor’s salary was his main income after a year with no dividends.

Columbus U.P George White Democratic National Committee

Toledo-Kimore Highway Set for Opening in Wood County

The five miles of State Route 102 Toledo-Kimore Highway in Wood County will officially open Saturday, announced by state highway director W. W. Merrell. A 8 foot concrete pavement was built by Toledo contractor A. B. Johnson at a cost of 173 431 dollars. An additional five percent mile strip from the southeast end is under construction.

Columbus U.P Toledo-Kimore Wood County W. Merrell 8. B. Johnson Toledo

Bus Service Urged to Save Short Haul Mail

Cincinnati dispatch notes leaders of the National Federation of Postal Vehicle Workers urge expanding bus mail transport on short hauls where rail is limited. President John F. Kelleher cites immediate potential to move short haul mail to private truck operators under new congressional power to contract.

Cincinnati U.P National Federation of Motor Vehicle John F. Kelleher Kansas City Congres

Princes Visit Akron Amid Zeppelin Industry Buzz

In Akron on October 6, Prince Louise and Prince Frederick, sons of a former German figure, were seen at a Zeppelin industry event. They viewed the American output and discussed encouragement of their grandfather’s era, as officials noted late yesterday.

Akron Prince Louise Prince Frederick Geos Alser Germany Encourac

Court Officer Seeks Extradition for Insull in Canada

In Toronto Assistant State's Attorney John Hampton of Chicago asked Ontario officials to issue a fugitive warrant for Martin J. Insull former utilities magnate now in Canada. Hampton sought cooperation from Deputy Crown Attorney General Edward Bayly to secure extradition following indictments. Also noted are Paris reports that Samuel Ingall and his son fled France to avoid US extradition.

Troronto Ont Bcook County Martin J. Insull Toronto John Hampton Chicago Hampton Edward Bayly Ontario Theuil'aasi Captas Hampton Paris Samuel Ingall Samuel, Jr France United States

Protests Lift Socialist Vote Outlook in Ohio

In Columbus reports say Norman Thomas, Socialist presidential nominee born in Marion Ohio, will draw a large protest vote across Ohio. Supporters hail his principles though few expect victory against Hoover or Roosevelt, predicting the biggest Socialist vote yet in the state.

Columbus Norman Thomas Ohio Thomas Marion, O Socialist Party Obito Marion Marion Presbyterian Hoover Franklin D. Roosevelt

Hoover Speech Rallies Birds in El Paso

In El Paso, Willy reports Mr. Hoover delivering a pointed speech to a hostile audience. He notes Hoover’s rhetoric was sharp, aimed at defending his job and woman, and mentions Al and Freret moving to bury the hatchet with Hoover.

EL Paso Tex Hoover Willy

Government moves to aid distressed farmers in debt proposal era

Washington observers and European diplomats foresee U.S. and foreign policy shifts as President Hoover backs war debt use to bolster American agriculture. Trade experts anticipate two new steps to extend aid to farmers facing distress.

Washington Hoover

President's trade plan sparks interest at Des Moines address

Officials say the plan remains embryonic but has attracted broad attention. Experts warn obstacles before implementation while noting potential gains for American agriculture with Britain France and Italy as major debtors. They cite Britain’s 150 million dollars in bacon imports last year versus minimal U S bacon exports.

Des Moines Ai F

Hoovers Hear Welcoming Crowds in Ohio

A Hoover campaign train drew over 5,000 in Mansfield, where Hoover urged the crowd to praise the Republican cause. Mrs. Hoover received flowers in Mansfield as the train moved on to Loudonville and Canton where about 15,000 greeted him, with Hoover paying tribute to William McKinley.

Washington Hoover Mansfield Ohio Loudonville Canton Willliam McKinley

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