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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 22, 1919

Page

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Treaty fight looms as reservations face vote

Washington Oct 22 Republicans and Democrats clash over Senate Foreign Relations Committee plans for ratification of the peace treaty. The committee approved Lodge reservations on withdrawal and Monroe Doctrine with three great powers needing assent. Hitchcock and administration forces plan further battles on Article Ten and domestic questions as the fight moves to the Senate floor.

Raymond Clapper United Press Staff Washington Senate Foreign Relations McCumber North Dakota Shields Tennessee United States Hitchcock Pomerene Congress Committee On Foreign Relations Senate Lodge League of Nations Wilson Senate Foreign Trons Committee Foreign Relations Committee Itchcock Meledy

Strike drags on as New York longshoremen stand firm

In New York the longshoremen strike continues after factions refuse to return to work despite officials urging an end. Thousands rally outside piers while violence erupts at Hoboken as leaders clash over representation and radical elements. President Wilson urges the industrial conference to seek common ground to avert national disaster.

New York Washington United Press Wilson National Industrial Conference White House Industrial Conference Lane America

Miners and Operators Move Toward Settlement Talks

Washington reports indicate miners and operators held a near two hour conference with President Wilson to avert a strike. A joint session is planned for November 1 after further talks on an eight hour day and contract concessions. Prices rise noted in several cities as union leaders warn of possible action to prevent demoralization.

Washington Wilson Era Lewis The United Workers White House Central Star Soft Coal United Mine Workers Indianapolis Chicago Pittsburgh

Chamber Banquet Tickets On Sale For Friday Speech

Tickets remain available for the Chamber of Commerce banquet at the Elks club roomsFriday evening. Carl Baer of Little Rock Arkansas will be the featured speaker. Tickets may be bought at McKee and Cline drug stores until Thursday evening.

Chamber of Commerce Elks’ Club Carl Baer Little Rock Ark McKee and Cline

Meekison Hurt When Auto Skids Into Ditch Near McClure

George A. Meekison suffered extensive bruising after his car skidded off the road and into a ditch near McClure. He was treated at the scene by responders and is in stable condition.

Napoleon George A. Meekison McClure

Bishop Shayler Denounces Moving Pictures in Nebraska Sermon

The Rt. Rev. ER. V. Shayler bishop of Nebraska told Calvary church moving pictures are moral and economic ruin of the nation.

Sandusky ER. V.shayler Nebraska Calvary Church

Albany Grange Meeting Called for Saturday

Albany Grange will meet Saturday afternoon at the usual time for important business. All members are requested to attend.

Albany Grange

President Wilson Resture Continued At White House

President Wilson's condition remained about the same this morning after a night of notable activity. Physicians plan to maintain the rest cure and limit state business while allowing daily paper review and contact with outside affairs if no adverse effects occur.

Washington Wilson White House

King Albert Sends Regretful Message to President Wilson

King Albert and the queen send regrets to President Wilson and Mrs Wilson as they travel to Cincinnati. The telegram notes illness prevents a Washington visit and expresses wishes for Wilson’s rapid recovery and faithful friendship.

King Albert Cincinnati President Wilson Wilson Washington

Eight Are Shot During Trouble at Steel Plant

Eight persons were shot and stabbed in Youngstown Ohio during a clash between alleged negro steel strike breakers and pickets. Five negroes were arrested, four armed with revolvers. A picket named Andy Humanic was stabbed. The victim’s condition was listed as serious.

Youngstown Andy Humanic

Foreigners Riot in Braddock Steel District

In Braddock near Pittsburgh the clash by Edgar Thomson mills left one man shot and about forty injured as foreigners were arrested after mobs surged outside Carnegie Steel workhouses. State troops restored order after repeated daytime and evening rioting.

Braddock Pittsburg Edgar Thomson Mills Carnegie Steel Company

State Levy Alone Will Aid Schools Explains Williams

Dr Henry G Williams editor of The Ohio Teacher launches a plan to end local school levies. He proposes the state pay all salaries for teachers and superintendents to ensure equal educational opportunities across Ohio. He favors local districts funding construction and equipment while the state covers payroll.

Columbus,o Henry G. Williams The Ohio Teacher Ohio Williame

Attendant Fined for Hitting Charge at Athens State Hospital

Carl H. Smith assistant attendant at the Athens State hospital was arrested on assault and battery against a male patient. He pled guilty at arraignment before Justice Helwig. Witnesses testified of a struggle aboard a box car with a patient, resulting in a black eye for the victim. Smith paid a ten dollar fine plus costs and was discharged from the institution.

Carl H. Smith Athens State Hospital Justice Helwig Smith Helwig J. H. Berry Toledo

Kaiser Will Be Tried in Coming Trial

Andrew Bonar Law announced in the House of Commons that preparations are complete for the former Kaiser's trial. Extradition will not be demanded until all nations sign the peace treaty.

London Andrew Bonar Law House of Commons Bonar Law

Husband Ready to Take Matter Into Own Hands

Reynolds Lenigar, husband of a woman who drank wood alcohol in a suicide attempt, was arrested near Athens while driving toward Athens. He had two corn knives but no intent to threaten Anderson and was released after questioning and a warning to avoid "any queer conduct."

Lenigar Athens Anderson Reynolds Lenigar Jackville Hueband Carbondale Parker Senigar McKinley Bolin

Ten-year supply of fancy drinkables unearthed in Cleveland stash

Cleveland tale notes a prominent local figure facing a decade of hardship as he amassed a ten year stash of pricey beverages. Two men with a truck completed the setup, leaving questions about the stash and its origins.

Cleveland

Ohio Consumers Not Worried Over Coal Tieup

Ohio coal consumers report the domestic market remains strong yet unsettled for steam use. The Journal notes fair prices, no real uptick from strike agitation, and better car supply as buyers hedge against potential suspension.

Ohio Columbus Trade Journal Today

Explosion on Tank Steam Ship Injures Six in Baltimore

An oil vapor explosion at the Baltimore Dry Dock and Building Plant injured six men fatally possibly and badly hurt a dozen others. The blast on the tanker imperiled others aboard the vessel and a dropped match is blamed for starting the explosion.

Baltimore Baltimore Dry Dock

Kaiser Seeks Injunction Over The Life and Fall of the Herms

The former Kaiser has instructed her attorneys to obtain an injunction to restrain the exhibition of the film The Life and Fall of the Herms, learned today.

Kaiser Berlin Lerns

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