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Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 24, 1919

Page

2

Conciliation boards considered to ease steel strike

Senator Kenyon suggested voluntary conciliation boards may grow from steel strike hearings before the senate labor committee. He opposes compulsory arbitration but supports having panels investigate labor capital differences and present facts publicly. John Fitzpatrick, striker chairman, offered to testify for labor.

Washington Senate Labor Committee Kenyon Iowa Altho John Fitzpatrick Senate

Belgium and Holland Diplomatic Tension Denied

London reports claimed severance of Belgium Netherlands relations and minister withdrawals but the Belgian legation in London refuted the claim. It said the Belgian minister returned home for politics and the Dutch envoy resigned to be replaced, noting the Berlin wireless dispatch origin.

London Belgium Holland The Hague Berlin United Press

Miner union leader shoots Logan county deputy in Charleston

Don Chafin special deputy sheriff of Logan county was shot and fatally wounded in Charleston after an altercation at miners organization offices. William Perry, vice president of District No 17 United Mine Workers, was jailed after the incident and posted $10,000 bond with H W Houston as surety.

Charleston W. Va Don Chafin Logan County William Perry United Mine Workers Miners’ Organization Chafin Logan Perry William Fielder H. W. Houston United Mine Workers’ Organization

Spaulding Family Reunion At Athens Fair Grounds

A large Spaulding family reunion was held Sunday at the Athens Fair grounds with 65 descendants of Jonathan and John Spaulding gathered for the first reunion of the old family. Attendees included J. R. Spaulding of Carbondale and numerous relatives, with a picnic lunch and reminiscences shared among kin from Sugar Creek and New England areas.

Spaulding Athens Fair Grounds Jonathan John Spaulding Sugar Creek New England John R. Spaulding Carbondale Guy Althe the Spauldings J. R. Spaulding Amy Spencer Guy Spencer Carbon Hill Charles McBee Geraldine Evelyn Ruth Virginia Nelle Frank Robinson Vera Virgene Harry Laughlin Richard Rafael F. H. Laughlin Louise Nelle W. Va Guy Fierce Iris Pauline Guy Spaulding Douglas and Guy Jr EB. V. Wolfe Charles Newman Vir- Bene Athens

Striker Is Fined In Stark Mill Assault Case

Andrew Zufall, alleged leader of a six man group, was fined 100 dollars and costs and given a suspended 60 day workhouse sentence for assaulting a workman who refused to join strikers at Stark mill Canton Ohio. Attorneys for the strikers filed an appeal.

Canton Andrew Zufall Stark Mill

Strikers in Gary Steel District Face Long Strike Pressure

Gary at the Calumet steel district reports a serious strike mood as workers tighten belts for a long clash. Bankers peg the average striker’s account around 300 dollars, with some rollers earning 36 to 60 dollars daily and fearing for safety before returning. Union leaders insist many holdouts join only for safety, not reluctance.

Gary Ind Calumet American Sheet and Tin Plate Tin Plate

Cemetery costs rise as living expenses climb

At the Cincinnati convention delegates of the association of American cemetery superintendents argued higher operating costs will push up public burial charges. W B Jones of Pittsburgh, secretary and treasurer of the association, asserted this claim.

Cincinnati Association of American Cemetery Superintendents W. B. Jones Pitttsburgh

Wilson reply on Fiume dispute assigns city to Italy

Paris correspondent reports President Wilson’s reply to the Fiume dispute reaches the American peace delegation. Fiume is assigned to Italy on the condition the port is unfortified and under League of Nations control. The present armistice line defines the boundary of Fiume.

Rome Paris Epoca Wilson Fiume Italy League of Nations

Marietta College Freshmen Ordered to Braid Hair

Freshman girls at Marietta College are required to braid their hair in green tied styles by upperclasswomen. Skirmishes occurred as freshmen were compelled to follow the club rule, including carrying school satchels.

Marietta College Marietta

Murder Suspect Taken in Columbus

Joseph P. Sylvia 28 former assistant manager at a Liggett drug store in Washington surrendered to Columbus detectives after learning he was wanted on a murder charge in Washington. Emmett Wood 18 a drug clerk was found murdered Sept. 28 in the store basement. Sylvia said he left Washington the night before and had been visiting relatives in Columbus.

Columbus Joseph P. Sylvia Liggett Washington DD. C Emmett Wood Sylvia Washingon

Romanian Forces Begin Evacuation of Bucharest

Dispatches report Romanian forces have begun evacuating Bucharest as the city faces advancing units. The move signals a major strategic withdrawal amid ongoing military developments.

Bucharest Amsterdam

Ohio seeks new impeachment law over public officials

Ohio State Auditor Donahey says the state lacks authority to impeach derelict public officials and will push a drastic impeachment statute via initiative if the December legislature session fails. He criticizes Cleveland Law Director Fitzgerald over retroactive salaries and cites a county auditor who shows up once a month only on payday. A common pleas judge allegedly sold a used car to county commissioners through a sixteen year old as intermediary.

Columbus State Bureau of Accounting Donahey Fitzgerald Cleveland Ohio Common Pleas

Sugar Creek Defeats Zaleski 6-2 In Poston Showdown

Sugar Creek took a 6-2 win at Zaleski on Sunday with Bill Bresner pitching a clean game and one error by the visitors. The team plans a next appearance against Shawnee and backs efforts to form a southeastern Ohio league with towns including Poston Milfield Athens and Glouster.

Sugar Creek Poston Sugar 'Ie Zaleski Bill Bresner Shawnee White Sox Chicago Mililfield Athens the Elks the Plains Amesville Glouster Nelsonville Buchtel, Floodwood Canaanville

Old Folks Wed Akron Bride and Groom Forgo Youth

William H. Evans 71, president of the Dime Savings Bank, obtained a marriage license to wed Grace Sisler 60 in Akron today. The couple, both elders by age, marked a quiet union in the city following formal approval of their union.

Akron William H. Evans The Dime Savings Bank Grace Sisler

Taking Evidence in Sharp Trial

Carl Sharp faces trial on charges of abusing a twelve year old boy after meeting him and another youth at a carnival and taking them to a garage near the shale bank. The incident prompted a police call as witnesses heard the boy cry and Sharp was arrested. Sharp denied the assault, claiming it would have been physically impossible.

Carl Sharp Sharp Willard Mariner Shale Bank Mariner

Whole County to Pay Expenses of the Health Board

The Athens county health commission advisory board will meet in Athens on Wednesday October 1 at 10 AM to discuss the coming year budget. The proposed budget totals about 20 000 dollars with 2 000 from the state and the remainder to be raised by fourteen townships two cities and eight villages in the county.

Athens County Health Commission Athens County Health Commission

Hedge trimming at Ohio alumni gateway attracts attention

Students worked early to trim the hedge fence at the Ohio alumni gateway. The effort produced a neatly trimmed, attractive hedge that framed the entrance nicely.

Ohio

Canton Style Show and Stark County Fair Open Today

The Canton style show and the Stark County fair begin today with exhibitions and events. Local organizers highlight attractions, vendors, and family activities as preparations wrap up for the opening.

Canton

Ice Cream Social at Hebbardsville School House

The Hebbardsville School House hosts an ice cream social next Friday evening September 26. Everyone is invited and proceeds go to benefit the school.

Hebbardsville

Richard H. Long Dominates New England Primary Vote

Boston Mass September 24 Richard H Long Democratic candidate for governor won a wide primary victory across the state with only a few counties missing. Long is believed to have polled more than fifty thousand votes ex Governor Eugene N Foss placed second Governor Coolidge faced no opposition in the Republican field for re election.

Long Boston Mass Richard H. Long Eugene N. Foss Coolridge

Dan B Torpy Dies at 78 in Marietta Home

Daniel Burke Torpy aged 78 died after a brief illness at his Marietta residence. He served on the state penitentiary board under Governor Harmon in 1909 and on the diverting commission for Ohio at the Panama Exposition. A widely known Democratic politician.

Dan B. Torpy Marietta Daniel Burke Torpy Mr. Torpy State Penitentiary Harmon Ohio

Akron Trains Night Watchman Fred Pobal Killed

Fred Pobal aged 52 a night watchman was instantly killed when struck by a switch engine in Akron. The incident details were reported as a fatal railroad accident and authorities investigated the scene.

Akron Fred Pobal

Allies to seize German ships at Hamburg

Paris reports France and Italy will act jointly with Great Britain to capture German ships at Hamburg. The move awaits ratification of the Deacy treaty by the United States Senate. Frank L. Polk plans to protest the decision.

Paris France Italy Hamburg United States Senate Frank L. Polk

Olympic Committee Accepts Belgium Invitation for 1920 Antwerp Games

London reports the Olympic committee of Great Britain has accepted Belgium's invitation to participate in the Antwerp 1920 Olympic Games. The announcement comes as nations prepare for the postwar event.

London Olympic Committee of Great Britain Belgium Antwerp

Dayton Dealers Fined For Selling Cream Containing Formaldehyde

Dayton authorities fined each dealer 100 dollars plus court costs after selling cream found to contain formaldehyde. The action targets unsafe food products and enforcement shows strict penalties for violators. Local officials remind the public to report adulterated goods to authorities.

Dayton

Prohibition and Liquor Referendum Proposals in Ohio Ballot

Four November measures in Ohio seek to redefine intoxicating liquor, repeal statewide Prohibition, and restore a license system. Voters are urged to oppose two constitutional amendments and support two referendums backing national and statewide prohibition enforcement.

Ohio Congress

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