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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1923

Page

2

Night After the Taft Law Debated in Columbus

Former Congressman C. I. Knight of Akron warned that if the Taft act becomes law it would drain at least 15 million dollars from taxpayers in the first year. He praised Ohio Supreme Court for upholding the referendum on Taft and Albaugh tax measures and warned that Albaugh would add about a million dollars annually, with possible bias in assessments.

Columbus C. I. Knight Akron Optimists’ Club Ohio State Supreme Court Knicht

Governor Donahey Denies Dollings Co Link

Ohio Governor Donahey angrily rebukes Attorney General Crabbe for accusing the securities department of collusion with the defunct R L Dollings Co. He says no Dollings stock has been certified and challenges Crabbe to name facts, calling his charges insinuations and scallowage. The exchange centers on alleged state stock handling and governance.

Columbus Crabbe Securities Department Donahey R. L. Dollings Co Securities Commission The Dollings Co State Securities Department R. I. Dollings Co

Skunk in Dupler Cellar Dies in Gas Trap Accident

Roy Dupler of The Messenger reports a dead black and white skunk found in his basement steel trap after a gas attack overnight. The Dupers, living near the post office in central town, narrowly escaped danger as Mrs. Dupler aired windows to vent gas.

Roy Dupler The Messenger Mr. Dupler Dupler

Creomulsion Promises To Heal Chronic Coughs

An advertisement touts Creomulsion as a two fold remedy for chronic coughs and colds. It claims creosote soothes inflamed membranes and fights germs while absorption aids the system, with a money back guarantee if relief isn’t found after following directions.

Creomuision Co Atlanta

Local poultry fancier wins big at Huntington fair

Walter McGuire an Athens plumber showcased his Single Comb Ancona chickens at the Tri-State Fair in Huntington West Virginia where seven entries all placed across seven categories including first young pen first cock first and second cock erel first and third hen and first pullet His birds also swept every class at the Athens County Fair drawing strong attention.

Huntington Walter McGuire Athens W. Va Athens County McGuire

William G Castor of Point Rock Dies at 82

William G Castor born November 28 1845 near Point Rock Meigs County Ohio died October 3 1928 at his daughter Mrs D Webb in Columbus aged 77 years 10 months and 3 days He was a Mason and active in Laurel Grange He leaves three daughters seven grandchildren one sister and a half sister The family expresses gratitude for kindness shown by friends choir Masonic order and floral offerings

William Green Castor James KR Jerusha G. Castor Point Rock Meigs County Ohio D. Webb Columbus Abraham Lincoln Washington Emeline Vale William M. Morris James A. Turner Athens Ellen Martin Roda Graham

Knights Temp lar march leads first Ohio conclave parade

More than 8 000 KnightsTemplar from 78 commanderies across Ohio are to march this afternoon amid 33 bands as the first annual conclave of the Grand Commandery of Ohio opens. Governor Donahey welcomed attendees at 10 this morning and will host a reception for visiting ladies.

Columbus Knights Templar Ohio Grand Commandery of Donahey Mra. Donahey Governor's Mansion Columbus Club

Belmont coroner conducts first double mine inquest

In Belmont county Ohio coroner C. C. Hardesty presided over a double mine inquest for the Webb mine incidents. Charles Fritch aged 53 died when a mule ran away. later Joe Velvich was killed by a fall of stone in the same mine. Ned oak is noted as the most common oak species in the United States and also the largest.

Pridgeport C. C. Hardesty Belmont County Charles Fritch Webb Joe Velvich United States

Legal notices on school tax proposals election dates

Notices announce proposed tax levies for school purposes in two districts. Alexander Township plans a three year levy not exceeding three mills, voting November 6, 1923. Carbondale Special School District seeks a five year levy above the existing maximum, with polling hours from 1:20 AM to 6:30 PM on an unspecified date in 1925.

Alexander Township C. Brooks Ian Carbondale Special School

Trick v Trick divorce notice in Athens County Ohio

Edith Trick filed for divorce and restoration of maiden name against Felix Trick in case 12773 of the Common Pleas Court Athens County Ohio. Hearing set on or after November 1, 1914. Woolley and Rowland, attorneys for plaintiff.

Felix Trick Pikeville Kentucky Edith Trick Common Pleas Court Athens County Ohio

Bond Election in Canaan Township Ohio for School Building

The Board of Education of Canaan Township Rural School District in Athens County Ohio announces a bond election on November 6, 1923. Voters may cast ballots from 5:30 AM to 5:30 PM to approve a 37000.09 dollar bond to fund a new school building at Canaanville on district grounds. By order of Clerk J McClanahan. 10-8-4ptw.

Board of Eduction Canaan Township Athens County Ohio Canaanville State of Board of Educa

Connor Divorce Case Filed in Athens County Court

Maureena Connor has filed for divorce and child support against Filmer Connor in case No. 12/77 of the Common Pleas Court of Athens County Ohio. The hearing is set for on or after November 19 1922. Woolley and Rowland are attorneys for the plaintiff.

Filmer Connor Maureena Connor Common Pleas Court Athens County Ohio Woolley & Rowland

Verna Young Appointed Administratrix in Athens County

Verna Young has been appointed and qualified as Administratrix of the estate of Alexander A Young of Athens County Ohio, deceased. Dated September 26.

William A. Austin William Austin Athens County Ohio Verna Young Alexander A. Young

Man Robbed in Cincinnati Park Keeps Warm Clothes Mystery

Patrolmen Haat and Siereveld encounter a naked man in Linton Park who claims he was robbed by several Negroes while sleeping. Frank Myers reports his coat trousers shirt cap shoes and socks were stolen and is taken to the station before returning home in old clothes.

Haat and Siereveld Linton Park Cincinnati Frank Myers Myers

Superior Forest Fires Threaten Region. One Child Killed

Northwestern woods burn across Ontanogon County with about 60 square miles alight. Green Michigan and nearby towns face danger as farms and homes are destroyed. Refugees shelter in schoolhouses while Lake Superior traffic is disrupted. A child reportedly dies in the blazes.

Superior Wis Ontanogon Mich Green Houghton Lake Superior North Lake

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