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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 13, 1921

Page

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Giants Win Decisive Game in World Series Fight

Giants beat the Yankees in the deciding game at Polo Grounds as notes of late-season tension and rough play mark the matchup. Hank Greenberg era? No, it’s 25 fans and winterlike conditions shaping a historic finish.

Henry L. Farrell United Press Polo Grounds New York Ruth Mike McNally Baker Giants Nick Altrock al Schaad Yanks

Giants Win Series as Ruth Walks and Ward Walks

In a low output game the Giants defeated the Yankees. Ruth walked after an earlier Babe ovation but was out on a fielder’s choice. Ward drew two walks and Baker was retired in a long at bat before Rawlings to Kelly. Giants finish with 1 run on 6 hits and 0 errors, Yanks 0 runs on 4 hits and 1 error.

Giants Rawlings Snyder Baker Nehf R. Meusel Burns Hoyt Miller Frisch Kelly KR. Meusel Pipp Ward Schang Bancroft Young Eee Anks Hoyt Fewster Peck Yanks E. Meusel Chill Jesse Burkett Toney Douglas Meusel Youngs Kelly Fannen Nahf Ruth Friseh Ff. Meusel Babe Ruth Slim Sallee Nehl Snyders Baker

Giants Edge Yankees in Gutsy World Series Battle

New York Giants faces a deciding game as Waite Hoyt and Nehf duel for the title with a 4 to 8 series lead. Blair Ward's fielding slips and Babe Ruth’s absence tilt the scale while crowd totals climb to 244 566 for seven games and receipts near 805 000.

Henry L. Farrell United Press New York New York Giants McGraw Waite Hoyt Connan Brooklyn New York Yankees Giants Anks Hoyt Nehf Southpaw Manhattan Yanks Jess Barnes Barnes Fred Toney Yankees Erin” Ward Carl Mays Babe Ruth Bambina Yankee Atendance

Trials of Union Miners Postponed in Logan Court

The Logan circuit court postponed the murder and insurrection trial of 365 union miners after an appeal by defense. Only 31 defendants appeared in court on Wednesday. the next proceeding is set for January 16.

Logan W. Va Logan County

Dayton Officers Without Real Clue in Soward Murder

Dayton attorney Lucien A. Soward was found murdered in his office. Coroner Kimmel's panel began hearings with twelve witnesses expected, but officials doubted new details would emerge. Detectives investigate a wealthy, powerful Daytona man linked as an sworn enemy of the slain attorney.

Dayton Lucien A. Soward Kimmel Daytona

Free Booklet Promotes Clean Milk for School Children

An Athens Messenger information notice urges parents to obtain a free booklet on school child health and clean milk. Dr. Milton Rosepaul and Harvard preventive medicine authority cite dangers of impure milk, with a stamp-backed coupon for mail return. Frederic J. Haskin directs the Washington Information Bureau to supply the booklet.

Milton J. Rosepau Harvard University United States Public Health Service Washington Information Bureau Frederic J. Haskin Athens Messenger Information Bureau Washington, D.C

Lloyd George to Attend Washington Arms Conference Meet

London sources say Lloyd George will travel to the United States for the Washington arms conference, stay six weeks unless Ireland changes plans, and sail on November 6. King George favors his in person presence at the opening talks as the Columbus Chamber speaker Colonel Edward Orton Jr. reflects on Athens coal history and the region’s bright industrial future.

King George England Orton Athens Indus London Lloyd George Washington United States Edward Orton, Jr Columbus Chamber of Commerce Ohio State University Columbus Athens Chamber of Commerce Byron Athens County Hocking Valley Europe America Chamber of Commerce

France names delegation to Washington arms conference

The French cabinet designated Premier Aristide Briand former Premier Rene Viviani Admiral Sarraut and Ambassador Briand as France's delegation to the limitation of arms conference in Washington next month.

Paris Aristide Briand Rene Viviani Sarraut Ambassador Briand France Washington

Yankees Hoyt V Giants Nehf Set For Deciding Game

A pivotal game looms as Waite Hoyt of the Yankees and Art Nehf of the Giants prepare to face off. Hoyt, undefeated in two decisions, and Nehf, winless with two losses, are viewed as fate-tilting pitchers in a tense series. Analysts note Hoyt’s supposed weak day and the Yankees’ righty batting strength against left handers.

Harold D. Jacobs United Press New York Waite Hoyt Yanks Art Nehf Giants Hoyt Nehl Yankees Wally Schang

West Virginia Troops to Withdraw After Militia Organized

Secretary Weeks says 500 U S troops still in West Virginia will be withdrawn once a full militia regiment is organized as miners' war trouble continues. The plan follows a request related to the miners' dispute and assigns timing to the militia buildup.

Washington United States West Virginia War Weeks

Dance Friday Night at the Armory Athens

Friday night dance set for October 14 at the Armory in Athens with Webster's Jazz Harmonicans and the Kings of Syncopation. All invited for a 10 to 12:31 show with live music and dancing.

the Armory Athens Webster Jazz Harmonicans Kings of Syncopation

Self Defense Claim Tied to Davis in Nelsonville Shooting

Davis, also known as Lloyd or nearby as Rey, shot Clarence Pidcock in Buckeye area on Sunday, was captured by Chief Pierson in Nelsonville, arraigned before Justice Helwig, charged with shooting with intent to kill. He pleaded not guilty, waived examination, bond set at 300 dollars but not paid, remains jailed awaiting Grand Jury. Davis contends Pidcock advanced with an iron bar, asserting self defense.

Davis Pidcock

Guy Herd Completes Corn Husking and Sows Wheat Nearby

IS A FAST WORKER MARION Oct. 13 Guy Herd farmer living near here has completed husking 20 acres of corn and has sowed wheat in the field.

Marion Guy

Knox Dies Suddenly at 68 in Washington

Senator Philander C. Knox died in Washington at his home during dinner hour after a sudden apoplexy. He had just returned from a vacation in England and appeared weary. Knox, 68, served twice as a U S senator and held cabinet posts, with a notable political career.

Washington Philander C. Knox Knox England Senate Taft Lodge Penrose Pennsylvania Hughes United States Brownsville University of West Virginia Alliance, Ohio Pittsburgh

City planning urged at Ohio real estate boards convention

Springfield Ohio October 13 Alfred Bettman of Alliance stressed need for added Jenner to carry out city planning in an address before the Ohio Association of Real Estate Boards opening its annual convention.

Springfield Jenner Ohio Association of Real Estate Boards Alfred Bettman Alliance

All That Artificial Dignity Draws a Laugh

A brief editorial cartoon-like line laments artificial dignity provoking only laughter, reflecting humor over formality and social pretensions.

Apple Growers Plan Nationwide Selling Drive in Ohio

Ohio apple growers gathered in Columbus on October 13 to map a nationwide advertising push for their fruit. They planned to adopt a state brand and standardize quality and packing, with a focus on cooperative marketing under the Ohio Farm Bureau Federation.

Columbus Ohio Ohio Farm Bureau Federation

Sinn Fein demands release of interned prisoners jeopardizes Irish peace talks

In London Sinn Fein insists on freeing all interned prisoners at the opening of talks with British ministers at 10 Downing Street. A British sub committee will report today on the demand which could decide whether the peace conference at last hopes for a peaceful solution. The negotiations, viewed as the last chance for peace, hang on Britain’s answer.

ED L. Keen United Press London Sinn Fein Downing Street Britain

Army toy tanks roll through Columbus floors

In Columbus on October 13 a home made toy called Army tanks uses an empty spool a rubber band and a match to travel. The spool spins as the rubber unwinds and climbs over small objects leveraging notches as caterpillar treads for forward motion.

Columbus

Dancer Marion Blake Performs Espagnole in Syracuse

Miss Marion Blake of Syracuse New York showcases an Espagnole as part of the Robindeau dance troupe. The interpretive style is gaining popularity each season.

Marion Blake Robindeau Syracuse N. Y

Husband Sues Wife in Divorce Case Over Cruelty and Neglect

William Lock sues Fanny Lock claiming threats and mistreatment since 1907 plus intoxication amid a July 27 for divorce. The filing cites cruelty and neglect and seeks divorce. Goldie Dixon sues Harry Dixon for gross neglect after July 20 1918 marriage producing a two year old Milton. she seeks divorce custody and relief.

William Lock Fanny Lock Lock Goldie M Dixson Harry Dixon Milton

Evangelist Mrs McPherson Claimed to Benefit Canton Residents

In Canton Ohio on October 13 residents report gains from evangelistic healer Mrs A S McPherson with many claiming personal improvement and spiritual support from her ministry.

Canton A. S. McPherson

Portage Rubber Co. to be sold under bankruptcy order

Portage Rubber Company must be sold under a bankruptcy referee order unless a new demurrer is filed within 10 days. The offer cited is 750000 dollars from F. A. Seiberling founder of the Good year Company.

Portage Akron Portage Rubber Company F. A. Seiberling Goodsyear Company

Giants and Yankees Tangle In Early Inning Rallying Game

In a cold wind game the Giants and Yankees traded innings with walks and errors. Bancroft scores on Peck’s error as Hoyt struggles with control while Nehf’s wild pitches and Peck’s defense limit runs.

Strikes Loom in Rail and Packing Industries

Chicago reports show railroad and meatpacking workers preparing for possible strikes amid wage cut threats and open shop policies. Leaders warn of wage reductions beyond the July cuts, while conferees weigh freight rates and labor board actions as the union and management battles intensify.

Chicago United States Hesmn United States Rail Labor Board Interstate Commerce Commission Congress United States Labor Board

Simmons Defends Klan in House Hearing

William J. Simmons founder and imperial wizard of the Ku Klux Klan testified before a house committee denying that the organization harbored a lawless faction within its ranks.

Washington Ku Klux Klan William J. Simmons Atlanta

Ohio railroads cut iron ore freight rates by twenty eight percent

Eight Ohio railroads joined New York Central in filing tariffs with the public utilities commission, reducing iron ore shipment rates by about twenty eight percent.

Columbus, O Ohio New York Central Public Utilities Commission

Too Much Idealism criticized by Dabney at synod meeting

Cambridge Ohio October 13 Rev Dr Charles W Dabney retiring moderator of the Ohio synod of the Presbyterian church warned that too much machinery and idealism were among the dominant church evils at the synod annual meeting.

Cambridge, O Chas. W. Dabney Ohio Synod of the Presbyterian Church

Ruth’s Return Hopes Dwindle as Arm Heals

Babe Ruth shows steady arm improvement but doctors say his chances to play this season remain remote. He will stay in spectator seats at the World Series as recovery continues under Dr. George King’s care.

Babe New York Babe Ruth George King Ruth

Vague ramble on relationships and self reflection

A reflective, fragmented attempt to describe misunderstood people and vacant relationships. The speaker contrasts Marey and others with a whimsical note about molasses on pancakes and long hangs of thought.

Marey

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