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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1931
Page
11
Unclear OCR fragment notes a plan related to Society 5 interning and a schedule from 7B. Reads as an ad style notice with names and vague dates, lacking full context or actionable details.
The New Jersey Legislature urged Congress to legalize light wines and beer, the first measure passed since Prohibition began. The joint resolution, urged by Assemblyman Siracusa, was pushed through after an all night session amid party battles. Senate 5 to ? and House 43 to 7 approvals accompanied by ten unemployment relief bills funding $9.9 million for public works.
Youngstown dispatch reports Mrs. Mary Kosanovich under police scrutiny for nine years of love affairs as detectives seek clues to Nick Dunovic's murder. Dunovic, 35, was found slain near Campbell with a chest stab wound and skull fracture. Police tied policies to boarders and associates of Kosanovich, while a note in her pocketbook, said by her to be written by Dunovic, fuels suspicions of an insurance racket.
Edison remains in a deep stupor at his East Orange estate with his family present. Dr. Hubert S. Howe reported at 10 p.m. last night that Edison slept since 8:20 p.m. and is peacefully sleeping with no change in his condition. He suffers from uremic poisoning gastric ulcers and diabetes.
In Youngstown on October 10 Judge George B. Gessner postponed the trial of 22 suits by dissenting stockholders from the Sheet and Tube Bethlehem Steel merger. The cases seek a court appraisal of the shares’ value, now set for November 12.
The Southeastern Ohio Teachers Association with about 1,000 members from 11 counties will hold its annual convention in Athens at Ohio University campus on October 29 and 30. Dr Lois Coffey Mossman and Dr William McAndrew headline dinners and talks, with music by Athens students.
In New York a boycott against Japanese goods was ordered to take effect today. Chinese organizations and representatives from all Chinatowns aided drafting a passive resistance plan targeting Japanese products. Boston merchants canceled imports worth 60,000 dollars, while New York estimates a potential seven million dollar impact. Chinese communities warned of Sino Japanese tensions causing bloodshed elsewhere.
The Olio Newspaper Women’s Association hosts a three day convention with 140 attendees. Speeches include Mrs Sinclair Lew who will address the women at tonight’s banquet.
Washington dispatch details White House plans to bolster domestic demand by aiding railroads amid pending rate increases and bank pool talk. Hoover aims to curb deflation with new financial program, seeking Chicago Clearing House support and broader bank cooperation to ease credit for manufacturers and farmers.
In Toledo a man killed his father after a love triangle dispute. Authorities say the son shot the elder during a confrontation at their home, injuring his wife as she tried to intervene. The weapon was recovered at the scene. the son claims self defense. The wife survived with a flesh wound and was treated locally.
A Saturday rally at Ohio University Athletic Field drew about sixty Girl Scouts from The Plains and Merchants, Athens County Children’s Home, and other groups. Each brought lunch. hot cocoa was provided. The event featured games, songs, and group singing led by Manuerite Gantz, planned by Charlotte LaTourette’s scouting class at Ohio University, with wide community support including Mrs. McClure, Mrs. Wheaton, Mrs. Olwen, and Charlotte LaTourette. Troops meet weekly. public attendance encouraged through Mrs. Ohio to attend.
London reports that Britain has suspended the gold standard for six months, raising the pound to around 4.20 dollars and boosting export potential. Analysts predict renewed industrial activity, higher employment, and a swift reshaping of prices as trade adjusts. Public mood shifts from shock to cautious optimism as Parliament passes the emergency bill and unions brace for budget cuts.
The article reports on a hearing for the German Reds amid a tumultuous political scene. Chancellor Heinrich Brüning forms a cabinet excluding former foreign minister Julian Curtin, backed by a rising authoritarian faction, while facing fascist and communist opposition amidst international tensions.
The Senate Highway Investigating Committee in Columbus after a meeting yesterday ordered a two week probe into high traction contracts. Cincinnati accountant R F Bowen supplied a report reviewing contracts awarded by the State Highway Department for road funding material and will report back on Oct 23.
Dr A Schmidt of Cleveland threatens damage suits against Lorain County officials after Mrs Schmidt, mother of three, is released from jail after 20 days for resisting a dog warden She says she was unjustly arrested and prosecuted The dog warden Lee Minkler claims she fought him when he tried to seize her dog Major markets in New York will close Monday for Columbus Day with most financial markets observing the holiday.
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