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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1922
Page
1
Rome reports show the fascisti have won a decisive victory ending the Italian revolution. The next government is to be completely controlled by the extreme nationalist organization.
Italy establishes a government aimed at opposing communism and any alliance with labor. The Fasciist cabinet, built on extreme nationalism, plans a military oriented policy as most leaders are World War veterans. A key concern is potential policy toward Yugoslavia that could spark trouble.
Reported changes describe Mussolini forming a new fascist ministry with Diaz as minister of war and Thaon di Revel as minister of the navy. D Annunzio may join the cabinet but plans to attend a fascisti celebration. The regime vows loyalty to King Emanuel and promises an anti strike manifesto once sworn in. Armed fascisti guard Alpine passes amid tension with Yugoslavs.
Ella T. Keegan, a nurse, is in Good Samaritan hospital after firing on her aunt Theresa Keegan Friday saying she nagged her. A murder warrant was issued Saturday night as the aunt died from wounds. Sisters denied rumors of a suicide attempt and said she will likely appear in court after recovery.
J L Johnson owner of Hinckley estate and Cleveland home 1871 FE 97th St bought from his father in law J L Stadler several parcels in Parma Heights totaling 253 acres. Reports say price was 250000 dollars.
The piece argues most welfare advances for women and children come from the Republican party at national and state levels, citing suffrage, the Children's Bureau, the Women's Bureau, education, child labor laws, maternity infancy acts, and independent citizenship for women as examples. It notes few Democratic-origin programs and mentions Republican Executive Committee involvement.
Charlotte Mills, 16, daughter of Eleanor Mills, asks New Jersey citizens to pressure officials to arrest suspects in the September 14 murder of her mother and Rev. Dr. Edward W. Hall. She sent a telegram to Governor Edwards demanding explanation for delays and cites Deputy Attorney General Mott saying indictments possible.
Cleveland reports say two blasts rocked the near-complete Mayfield township grade school late last night. A time bomb in a boiler blew out the rear wall and toppled floors and roof. a second explosion caused less damage. Built by Harbaugh Construction Co. of Akron, the building was to open January 1.
The Bingman family met at the Gibbs home in Coolville on Sunday October 29 for the fifth annual reunion. A noon dinner followed by games and social conversation brought together C. A. Bingman and family members Gale Paul Clyde Orville Kenneth Eugene Glouster, L. H. Bingman and son Robert, F. E. Shafer family, E. W. Bingman and daughter Thelma, E L Bingman and children Bernard and Vivian, S M Bingman, and J A Gibbs families of Coolville.
A report notes Parmesan cheese can remain good for 150 years under proper storage conditions. The finding highlights cheese aging potential and preservation methods discussed by experts.
Lucius D. Humphrey, lecturer on constructive thinking in New York, asserts that success, health, or wealth can be attained through will power. He claims he cured his deafness by his method and warns against limp thinking, saying needs mental effort to control outcomes and even the price of desires.
In Marion Ohio on October 30 residents question the legality of a late registration day for the November election. County election officials say they proceed without concern, insisting legal electors may vote and that the practice has long been standard, despite secretary of state guidelines restricting city registration deadlines.
In Cleveland on October 30 Maurice Maschke, Republican campaign chair in Cuyahoga County, forecast Carmi A. Thompson would win the county by 10 000 to 15 000 votes. Democrats predicted Pombrene and Donahey would carry the county as betting odds shifted amid race talk and electrification plans noted elsewhere.
Ohio Parent-Teacher associations align with the Ohio State Teachers Association in opposition to the proposed state constitution tax amendment. They plan local meetings to educate members on risks to school development, a stance taken at the October 13 Ohio Congress of Mothers and Parent-Teachers gathering in Columbus.
In Cincinnati on October 30, Russell Drifmeyer shot his wife Bertha Drifmeyer through the heart over her refusal to wear a hat to a movie. He was arrested. he claimed the pistol was unloaded and was bluffing. The couple had just moved and their 4 year old son was with his grandmother.
Dr Luke Rader a Chicago Evangelist calls for firing squads for evolutionists and condemns Yale Harvard Cornell and other universities as ivory tops and brass heads He says American soldiers should have killed or jailed believers in evolution to improve the world.
Mrs Jane Gibson reports returning to the Phillips farm scene after the murder of Rev Dr Hall and seeing a woman weeping over the bodies by moonlight. CH Noyes confirms the night was cloudless with moonrise at 11 26 p m aiding visibility after an hour.
Ruth Freeney Moore, 26, held at Cleveland police HQ awaiting Chicago officers to transport her for trial as alleged accomplice of Louis Odenwald, arrested there Saturday for multiple robberies and swindles. Her husband proclaims her innocence, saying she is as innocent as Tam. The defendant, visibly distressed, is under medical care.
Thomas Vernon Ryhal was electrocuted at Rockview state penitentiary in Bellefonte Pa for the murder of 14 year old Clare Belle Lennox of Newcastle Pa. The execution occurred on October 30.
The fall session of the Marietta district Methodist conference will convene at Athens First Church on Tuesday. Dr. H L Wilson of Ohio University delivers the morning address at 8 30 with Deans Voigt and Chubb following. Luncheon at noon, afternoon speakers include Drs Gamertsfelder Porter Bond, closing by C H Weiand, evangelistic sermon by Dr McGurk at 7 p m.
The American steamship Beladan, 3000 tons, reported by wireless today that she was disabled off Ushant. Aid was sent.
An overnight wreck on the first curve north of Chauncey left Miss Nellie Core and Ralph Woods in serious condition and Eva Mariner and Pearl Trimmer with severe bruises. A large eight cylinder touring car was demolished after leaving the road at high speed before dawn.
In Dayton on October 30 Billy Sunday denounces beer and light wine supporters seeking a popular vote on prohibition. He calls Ohio’s opponents rebels, anarchists, and “dirty guards,” saying such laws will increase dens of iniquity and vice. He urges removal of the wet leaders as black guards.
Mis Catherine Rosier, 22, a widow, testified in her own defense today on the murder charges of her husband Oscar Rosier and his stenographer Mildred Reckitt in Rosier’s office in January.
Vic Donahey, Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, is quoted in the Cleveland Plain Dealer saying he would cut the educational levy and welfare levy from the books, a move he claims would reduce state direct taxes by millions. The quote appears in a Dayton speech reported by the Athens County Republican Committee.
In Cincinnati on Sunday a drink crazed man burst into St Xavier church during the 7 o clock mass causing chaos as women screamed and several men ejected him. Quiet returned after the intruder was removed from the building.
Treasury officials signal possible release of 250000 gallons of whiskey seized from foreign-flag ships beyond the three mile limit and dismissal of related federal cases. The Emerald cargo precedent prompts questions of international rights and potential DOJ instructions to resolve pending prosecutions through early action.
A Rome dispatch to Midi reports the fascist government in Italy demands an unlimited shipbuilding program. The note says this policy would hinder fulfillment of the Washington conference limits on naval armaments. The source notes the clash between Rome and Washington aims.
Moses A. Cleveland born in the Forest City, a direct descendant of Cleveland’s founder, is celebrating his 100th birthday. He remains active and works as a cabinet maker in his Cleveland shop.
In Cincinnati on October 30 a robed man introduced as Dr C L Fowler president of Lanier College and national In Visible Empire officer spoke at Richmond Street Christian church amid a crowd. He denounced Negroes Catholics and Jews and called the Klan the last stand of Protestant religion while being protected by a concealed bodyguard.
Prosecuting Attorney Edward C. Stanton expected to wrap the state's case against Mrs. Mabel Champion, 22, of Texas, for the murder of Thomas A. O Connell before the court adjourned.
Forest fires southwest of Knoxville were declared under control after four days of burning. Damage is estimated at 100000 dollars with hundreds of acres of timber burned and several homes at risk near Stoney Point just inside the city limits. The blaze threatened Whittle Springs hotel Belle Norris High School and Central High School.
Oct 80 The Ohio case centers on Henry J. Burns awaiting trial for the brutal killing of his wife Mrs Mary J Burns buried alive in a shallow grave. Prosecutor Ralph M Ontrander said the state case is nearly complete as deputies seek the missing revolver and a cravenette coat believed worn by Burns. The BP O woods five miles northeast of Painesville drew thousands of motorists visiting the scene.
A Christian church hosts a cafeteria dinner on October 21 from 5 to 7 p.m. Proceeds support church activities. Ladies' Aid committee organizes the event.
Government experts publish a free Laundry Book with methods for washing silks woolens cottons and linens. Send name address and two cents for postage to the Athens Messenger Information Bureau Washington D C to receive copies of the Laundry Book and Rice Booklet.
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