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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 31, 1930

Page

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Royal Train Attacked Near Philippopolis During Sofia Journey

King Boris and his bride were aboard a royal train attacked by unidentified gunmen near Philippopolis as it neared Sofia. A guard was wounded and the guard's rifle stock shattered, but the royal party remained unharmed. The incident prompted intensified government actions against Macedonian revolutionary groups active in the region.

Sopia Bulgaria Boris Philippopolis Giovanna of Tialy Black Sea Sofia Madole Imain Fhiippepouy Avouk Bofta Burge Ferdinand Ital Arools Macedonia Biniits Tianes Police Heneathy Isselves Pulppepolis Mar- Hoa Philip of Mastolonia Ancount Thrace

News Men To Meet COLTABVS Met 21 Re Tasers

More than 159 newspapermen will attend the third annual Ohio Journal banquet tonight at the Faculty Club of Ohio State University. Hostetler, a Cleveland attorney and former governor St Day Taipton, will eulogize James M. Faulkner longtime head of The Cinemani Under and Nida Waylike Rerapys founder of the Somppleuard newspapers. both Ohio newspapermen were nominated for the honor.

Coltabvs Ohie Win Houlb Ohio State Universite J. (. Hostetler Cleveland James St. Day Taipton James M. Faulkner Pelt Iia Wiirer Cinemani Under Nida Waylike Rerapys

Pomeroy Banker Leaves Town $375000 in Will

Rumor swirls that Wyatt G Plantz former Pomeroy banker who died Thursday wills away 375000 to the village of Pomeroy with the remainder to a cousin. Probate expected soon with details to be released after burial and settlement of debts. The report has generated comment amid local wealth and corporate questions.

Plantz Pomeroy Wyatt GG. Plantz Fmotn Leroy Authentielly Ness Pomeroy Corporation Plantz Wall

Wind and Banks in a Shifting Financial World

The piece critiques public indifference to political and economic troubles as banks grow into global giants. It notes the move toward chain store style banking with Chase, Equitable, National City and others, and recalls Uncle Sam redefining corporate power. It concludes with American Telephone and Telegraph amassing five billion in assets as a sign of changing times.

New York City America The Chase Entitable National City Uncle Sam Grieces American Telephone and Telegraph

British House Debates First Reading on Dry Bill

London reports the first reading of a prohibition bill aimed at banning alcohol for beverage use. Introduced by Edwin Schrymseour, it seeks to prohibit manufacture importation and sale with three readings required in Parliament. A fatal fall in Columbus during a school fight injures 16 year old Martin Romanoff.

London England House of Commons Edwin Schrymxeour Prohibitiontst Prohibition Party Sinter Columbus Oct Martin Romanoff

Lewis bound to Athens Grand Jury on larceny charge

Orville Lewis of Mechanicsburg was bound over to the Athens County Grand Jury under a $200 bond after appearing before Magistrate C. G. Porter on a larceny charge.

Orville Lewis Mechanicsburg Athens County C. G. Porter

Bullets Fly At Danville Strike Turmoil Echoes Halloween Threats

In Danville Virginia authorities monitored textile strike tensions after reports of violence and property damage. A worker named Frank, traveling from Riycerside Mell, claimed he was attacked near his home and wires were cut. Police questioned one suspect, while threats to dynamite a non union worker's home were noted.

Danville Danties F Frank J . Hodnes Allesedis

Athens PTA Tag Sale Boosts Helpers for Needy Students

Athens County families need food and clothing for school attendance. The Athens Parent-Teacher Association and Ololog University women will host a tag sale Saturday. Tags donated by the Lawdard Press will fund emergency aid for families. four thousand tags available.

Athens County Athens Associatlan Ohlog University Lagu Mra Corfund Organization Lawdard Press

Alumni Return for Ohio State Homecoming Celebration

Thousands of alumni gathered in Columbus for Ohio State University's annual Homecoming as the Wisconsin-Ohio State game loomed. Organizers expected under 400 attendees at the football festivities and related events overseen by Glenn W. Sabors.

Columbus Ohlo State University

Miners Walk Out Stirred by Notice Postings

Reports from New Lexington and Orta1 indicate miners walked out after notices of amplification or amendment were posted regarding the Manhattan Coal Company at the Troy Mine. The event disrupted operations, with up to 200 minutes of stoppage noted and the situation prompting unions to seek renewal or clarification of procedures.

Gexington Dhe Manhattan Coal Company Troy Mar Hele

Capitol Limited Nearly Wrecked by Halloween Prank

A Halloween prank caused the Capitol Limited to derail near Capitol Heights. No deaths reported. damage to cars noted as workers inspected the scene. Local police and railway officials investigated the incident and urged caution on the line.

Capitol Limited

Illegal Voters Target Athens Tuesday Election

A battered OCR fragment reports accusations of illegal voting in Athens County with a county election board promising action. It notes officials may face trouble for dismissing or enforcing orders and mentions clerks and precincts involved as voting day nears Tuesday.

Athens Board of Elections Plana Athis County Judes Athena Feowrad Sahd

No Debts No Deficits Slogan in Cooper Campaign

Cleveland dispatch reports Governor Cooper stated Ohio’s finances are healthy and wasteful spending is banned. He cited wartime and highway programs and predicted Republican policy would prevail at the polls. His remarks followed a campaign swing and a radio appearance announced for tonight on WHE.

Cooper Cooperts

Outside Labor Causes Clash Over Old Building Sale

A dispute at Vin Peay's old building sale spurred clashes as unemployed men gathered at the riverfront seeking jobs at the winding company. Police escorted some to the governor's office while workers stormed the site, forcing contractors to halt demolition.

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Curtis Asked It Aides State Prohibition Probe

An undercover prohibition agent was placed near the Senate Office Building months ago at the request of Vice President Curtis to watch a proposed bootleg sale. The operation was controlled by the Vice-President with a deputy providing the required support.

Washington Alrono James Dorgan Senate Pris Debt Curtis Sonhrore Timbely Bia Tegnent Doran

Navy Details Shore Construction Program Approval

The Navy Department announced a shore construction program designed to protect the eastern coast. Authorization dates and contract totals are given, with $2,200,600 in contracts awarded through the Bureau of Yards and Docks since July 1.

Washington UFI Navy Department Freau of Yards and Dorks

Gang violence rattles Manhattan amid collapsed ties

In Manhattan a violent incident left multiple victims as a turf dispute flared. Police reported a rapid sequence of gunfire near a storefront followed by evacuations and a swift investigation. Authorities promised updates as details emerge about suspects and motive.

Do Senators Have Liquor Affects Probe Report

A report in The Evening World cites a federal investigation into liquor possession by senators or their aides. The article references a probe led by a key agent and quotes unnamed sources about ongoing plans and political reactions.

Watson On Air Today Amid Political Radio Campaigns

Washington reports outline a broadcast day featuring Republican and Democratic statements. Senator James Watson of Indiana will address listeners as part of a national campaign push noting Hoover era economic concerns and criticisms of Democratic policy.

Washington Congressiondd Renans War Hurtry James Watson Indlank Democratic Party Hoover

Bike for $20 Market Classified Ad

Classified notice offers a bicycle for 20 dollars with 284 inch wheels. Also lists a neatly furnished room for rent on East State Street and mentions other local buying options including corn at four cents per bushel.

Tha Messenger East State Street Héomeons By & Maddie

Auto Bandits Rob Salesman in Broad Daylight Ambush

A band of armed men attacked a salesman on a highway near Menisktaa New York, forcing him into a getaway car and robbing jewelry and a watch valued around 60 000 dollars. They sped away to a roadside village, where they held him briefly before fleeing. The victim later described the suspects and the car, prompting a police search as investigators pursue a possible gang connection.

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Prince Won't Object to Negrla Divorce Proceeding

Paris court authorization grants Pola Negrlacreen to proceed with divorce from Prince Serge Aidiveant. Mise Weer appeared in court for the obligatory judicial confirmation, but the prince failed to oppose the move.

Paris Preance Serge Aidiveant Mise Weer

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