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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1929
Page
1
Doheny signals possible war scenario and need for fuel oil tanks. Officials discuss strategic defense measures and resource readiness amid rising tensions.
Attorney Frank Hogan seeks to use the Gleaves reports to show that Albert B. Fall and K. L. Doheny believed in national danger to justify Elk Hills leasing. The defense argues the $160 000 loan was friendly and not a bribe, aiming to win acquittal on conspiracy charges. Doheny and family are expected on the stand to reiterate the loan defense.
Chairman Britten of the House Naval Affairs Committee and President Hoover express confidence that Army and Navy academy football teams will play again at Soldier Field in Chicago. The date December 6 is noted for the event.
Nelsonville reports James Standall a Chauncey Coal Company Mine No. 72 worker was struck and run down by a mine car at Bailey Run early today. He suffered a fractured left arm and facial lacerations, received treatment from Dr. J. M. Hyde, and is now recovering at his Kular Street home.
Messenger Classifieds advertise a buyer for 20 heavy breed pullets a Beagle rabbit for sale and a Nelsonville resident seeking a baby buggy. Readers are urged to check the Classified page for bargains and listings.
Hoover enforcement group reconvenes to draft a report on prohibition law enforcement. Walter Pollak and Zechariah Chafer are named expert advisers as the commission studies government enforcement. Justice Department reports 21 602 arrests for prohibition offenses in the year to June 1949, with 675 later convictions this year, while Senate weighs a probe of Washington police amid rising murders.
Anna Ayres a 75 year old advertising executive and former Amherst professor's wife is found dead with a 41 year old bookkeeper William Gaylord in a hotel room. The couple allegedly made a death pact and left no motive or notes. Authorities say the time of death was Monday night.
A fourteen member panel holds night clubs responsible for vice amid peace and arms talks. They condemn white slave dealers as antiquated while noting owners hire young women via employment agencies claiming dancing roles. Wrenching servant girl issues in America draw little sympathy from housewives. French women protest high cook wages of 16 dollars monthly.
The infant son of Lady Diana Cooper, once called Britain’s most beautiful woman, is shown in his perambulator during his first outing outdoors. Lady Diana appeared as The Madonna in New York’s The Miracle.
Federal prohibition agent William Walker was dragged from a government car and beaten by a mob in Pittsburgh as he tried to arrest a suspected liquor violator. The man fled with Walker's automobile, leaving the agent unconscious in the street.
Jack Friel of Athens was arrested by Constable Harry Junod on a charge of intoxication. He pleaded not guilty and was tried Wednesday before Justice Pearce Felix Riley, who fined him $5 plus costs.
In Logan and Nelsonville, coroner reports an accidental death for Mrs Helen Phillips and Mrs Helen Conkle after falls from moving autos. Three men connected to the case were released from jail following investigations into liquor sourcing and testimony.
Columbus dentist Harry Cope filed suit with the Ohio Supreme Court asking to force Governor Cooper to recognize the Cope gas and oil leases in Tortage Lakes District. The petition targets Richard Wisda to execute leases and set drilling sites, citing alleged drain of state resources since the leases were repudiated.
Edith Saunders Mills wife of a defendant in the Gastonia police chief murder case faced an impeachment question over belief in a supreme being. The inquiry arises from an old North Carolina law requiring witnesses to affirm belief in a divine being.
A Chicago woman, widow of a former Capone associate, claims in a 24 page statement that Al Capone killed Attorney William F McSwiggin and two others with a machine gun on Cheere street during a 1926 raid. The document, released by the state's attorney, links Capone to a series of gangland killings and other figures in the Valentine’s Day massacre clock.
Washington Oct 16 Senator Sheppard Democrat Texas will ask Attorney General Mitchell to explore enforcing Section 6 of the Volstead Act against liquor purchasers. He aims to extend penalties to buyers, arguing the 18th Amendment does not render purchase unconstitutional.
President Hoover sends a farewell telegram to Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald, praising the cordial reception of his U S visit as a symbol of friendship between the United States and Great Britain. The message underscores the strong ties between the two nations.
Calvin Coolidge, Al Smith, and Julius Rosenwald are linked by a rumored $8 to $9 million philanthropic fund after meetings in New York’s financial district. They reportedly confer at Bankers Trust and Bankers Club, ride in Smith’s car, and share meals while the public awaits an official statement.
Otto Vileher of the Ohio Building Association League predicted big increases in real estate values at the convention in Columbus. Mitchel urged shifting from stock gambling to real estate with yields of 10 to 15 percent, while opposing the chain or group idea for building and loan associations.
George C. Thomas Jr. appears to set a world record by landing a 155 pound marlin swordfish after a nine hour battle using a light trout gear with a line breaking under sixteen pounds. The feat highlights his endurance and skill in extreme sport fishing.
Barney Pearson, 62, of Nelsonville, convicted of manslaughter in the June 25 death of Victor Richer known as Prenchy Arnico. Judge Worstell sentenced him to eight to twenty years at the Ohio State Penitentiary. Pearson was taken to Columbus after sentencing. Peter Wollett awaits trial and Vat Naughton was investigated.
Edward Little former state dry agent faces a second charge of defrauding a Lancaster hotel keeper. The New Virginia Hotel seeks 29.58 dollars owed since December 17, 1928. Little pleaded not guilty and a hearing set for October 23 after his arraignment before Municipal Judge Berry with charges to be decided Saturday.
The Athens Messenger presents a national poll based selection of beloved poems printed in a handy booklet. It invites readers to use a coupon to obtain copies for home use, touting the collection as containing the finest sentiments of the race.
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