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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 16, 1932

Page

9

Ralph D. Cole Dies in Auto Accident in Warren

Ralph D. Cole 57 of Findlay, Ohio, commander of the Ohio American Legion, died from a broken neck after a car crash on the Warren Cleveland Road. Driver James Uhr escaped with minor injuries. Cole helped found the Legion and had a long public career including stints as congressman and legal adviser. Burial in Findlay at Maple Grove Cemetery planned with state funeral arrangements in Columbus.

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Crew Exonerated in Sinking of Standard

New Orleans October 13 U S Bureau of Navigation inspectors exonerate the towboat crew of the Standard from blame in the October 1 Mississippi River sinking near Stack Island. Five lives lost including Captain William J. Dobler of Ravenna Ohio. The vessel owned by Standard Oil Company of Louisiana valued at $70,000, without insurance. Sinking attributed to excessive speed in swift current. only two bodies recovered.

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Ohio high schools ban spring and post season football

Ohio High School Athletic Association members voted to outlaw spring football practice and post season games. Commissioner B R Townsend announced the rule at the Board of Control meeting in Columbus. The ban takes effect September 1, 1933.

Columbus U.P Ohio High School Athletic Association B. R. Townsend Association Board of Control

Samuel Insull’s Extradition Fight Reaches Greece Visit

Athens reports Samuel Insull, sought by Cook County on embezzlement charges, continues as an ordinary visitor, while Greek officials may hear a Cook County committee explain the case. Insull and family await travel plans as legal actions unfold amid U.S. pressure.

Cook County Greece Athens Samuel Insull United States Chicago Tustil United Press Insali Tusuli Insuli Gack County Insull Ron Paris

No Longer Chief Distress Call In Marine Emergencies

Washington January 15 The Coast Guard chief explained that the ship to shore SOS has largely been replaced by new distress letters NBCU NEU Coast Guard says the SOS was once the standard for imminent danger and navigation aid requests and for derelict sighting reports.

Washington Qet NCU Coast Guard

December 15 War Debt Installments Expected to Be Paid

Washington reports from official quarters indicate December 15 payments on principal wartime debts are likely. About 120 million dollars due from debtor nations in December, with Britain France and Italy owing the vast majority, as Hoover signals willingness to reconsider schedules with acknowledgment of debt validity.

United Arena Washington United Press Fpraal Hoover Great Britain Franen Mary Merl Buullotg Des Moines

Fountainebleau A Royal Stamping Ground in France’s Past

The piece traces Fountainebleau's history as a royal residence near Paris, detailing kings and emperors who visited, the palace's evolving interiors, and famed rooms and artworks. It notes Napoleon’s abdication table, Josephine’s boating, and the site’s transformation into a vast public park where visitors picnic and tour.

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Poet Steals Geese Goes To Hearing In Ohio

A chaotic item from Lorain reports a goose case heard yesterday. The court postponed after municipal judges delayed the afternoon session. A neighbor named Nat Caco faced charges with a five dollar claim for damages.

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Maschke Trial Heads Into Fifth Week In Cleveland

The Maschke case, involving Maurice Manehke a political leader and four other politicians, entered its fifth week as final arguments were set to begin Monday. Prosecutor BOR and defense teams clashed over charges related to county treasury mismanagement. Jurors were expected to receive the case late Monday afternoon. Defendants include Virgil J. Terrell Homer G. Powell and others. Bernstein Finite Teckerman and Berantein are named in defense.

Cleveland Maurice Manehke Politicsl Maschke Ghtathera

Arrest Suspect In Kidnap Plot

Ernest Ward, 25, was arrested by Redlands police and held for questioning in a kidnapping and extortion case. Dr Charles Lombard of San Bernardino faces conspiracy and attempted extortion charges after deputies stopped a plot to deliver an extortion note demanding $25,000 to a noted physician in Redlands.

Catt Aerat Pina Deputien Sel Tambard Redlands Lombard

Bomb destroys Cleveland dry cleaning plant in blast

The Favoritia Dry Cleaning Company plant in Cleveland was blown up early today. Fire followed the explosion and caused extensive damage to the nearby factory area. Owner Davt Tieschman estimated the loss at 6,000. Several cleaning machines were destroyed as police suspect industry sabotage.

Cleveland Favoritia Dry Cleaning Company Tofay Davt Tieschman Rennwend Warkere Metlan Ury

Dr Rosy Promises Wordy Westminster Church Address

Dr Rosy plans a late Sunday service at Westminster Tres Church in Toledo. He will speak on human Scripture, with Bible readings, and illumination of the church with candles. Edison death anniversary observed by employees with a grave wreath and funeral rites led by Rev Arthur A Brown.

Toledo Mit Rieter Eltyned Renry Garbal Prince Albert Cardia Lithe Westminster Tres Oylerian Ediron Wemorilas West Orange N. J. Gol Thomas A. Edison Edison Employes Arthur A. Brown

Seabury Supports Roosevelt Victory in European Trip

Samuel Seabury, Hofstadter com., returned from Europe with a promo[tion] that Franklin D. Roosevelt will be elected by a great majority and that he will support the Rovere for.

Rosevelt New York Samuel Seabury Hofstadter Europe Franklin D. Roosevelt Rovere

James gets life for murder in officer’s death

Russell KR. James alias Campbell of Indianapolis pleaded guilty to first degree murder in the June 22 shooting death of Patrolman Charles Holt at Ohio Penitentiary. Life sentence imposed today in Springfield.

James Springfield Ohio Russell KR. James Campbell Indianapolis Charles Holt

President Hoover Blames Democratic Leaders for Economic Woes

New York October 15 The President charged that Democrats and John Nance Garner misled the nation and claimed credit for all constructive legislation since the Democratic Congress. He cited the need for currency flexibility and warned of looming misery without administration measures. Garner countered with defense of Democratic policy and criticised Republican mismanagement.

New York U.P Hoover Ibélied Democratic Congress John Nance Garver Anid Democ Cratic Leselérs

Sauerkraut Posture in Dems Victory Toast

A humorous letter from Grein to Governor Roosevelt proposes a German themed victory celebration featuring sauerkraut on the governor's lawn. The note envisions German foods and jokes about beer being restricted by federal law, and offers frankfurters ribs and other treats to mark a coming win.

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Freshman football injures student in neck down paralysis

Thomas Bagwell 16, a Soldan High School freshman, was paralyzed from the neck down after a collision with four Christian Brothers College players during a kickoff. He was taken to De Paul Hospital in critical condition, believed to have cervical vertebrae fracture. he later regained consciousness.

de Paul Bagwell

Thomas Plays Relief Pranks in Big Party Scene

A distressed report outlines Thomas and political rivals in a chaotic scene at major parties. The candidate criticizes opponents for inadequate relief measures and misused funds while asserting voting and campaign integrity.

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Lima Youth Indicted in Double Murder Case

Loren Truesdale arrested in Gallda after confessing to killing his brother Hempid and Thelma Woods to prevent exposure. Bodies of the two victims found in an abandoned stone quarry over a year ago. Grand jury later returned charges including murder and related offenses despite earlier denials.

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Oberlin talk outlines socialism in America by Dr Herbert Miller

Dr Herbert A Miller internationally known sociologist spoke to a capacity Oberlin College audience in the Men’s Building about socialism’s firm hold in America. Miller, ousted head of Ohio State University sociology over medical views, urged decisive political change as Democrats and Republicans offer no recovery.

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