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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1930

Page

1

King Football Comes to Ohio Stadium

Prohibition moved to the forefront as New York Republicans call for repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment, stirring tensions within the GOP and drawing response from former Navy Secretary Daniels and other critics. President Hoover’s stance remains unsettled as enforcement reviews loom.

King Ohio Stadium New York Raymond Clapper United Press Star Washington Thys Josephus Dunia North Carolina Hoover George TW Wickersham Congress Daniels United Press Daniela Stimisen Wasington Stineson Heavee Raleigh SN. C Newe and Observer Carey York

Russia Wheat Rumors Spark Market Speculation

Arthur Brisbane notes rumors that Russia was shipping wheat to influence prices, with Bolshevik planning cited and traders reacting as prices rose. He questions whether Amtorg and high finance can outsmart the market while reflecting on time and fate beyond current events. Continued on Page 1.

Coast Guard searches for two missing fliers in Lake Erie

Coast guard cutters and planes hunt for the bodies of Pilot William Parker of Cleveland and William S. McNulty of Columbus after their Curtiss-Robin motor plane vanished near Cleveland. Wreckage washed ashore near Conneaut with serial numbers confirming the craft.

Cleveland Pr— Coast Guard Lake Erie William Parker Wiliam S. McNulty Columbus Bufala Con

Tuttle Puts Tammany Corruption Issue Center Stage

Republican Governor candidate Charles H. Tuttle blasts Tammany Hall as the state’s corruption epicenter. He links the New York City administration to graft found during his U.S. Attorney tenure, criticizing Governor Franklin D. Roosevelt and tying reform to his nomination campaign. The salvos echo across party lines as rivals react to the charge.

Charles H. Tuttle New York Thomas G. Ford United Press Albany N. Y Tammany Hall Hit Tuttle Tan

Court orders reopenings for three districts schools

Judge J Darby ruled in Athens County Common Pleas Court that Willey Creek, South Caiaan and Golde Subcats must be used and reopened, while Hebbardart School was ordered reopened due to deplorable conditions. The decision followed a week of testimony with residents watching closely and parties indicating potential appeals.

Willey Creek Caiaan Golde J. Iti A Darby Vinton County Athens County Fpicas Suurday Dorby Helardsville Alex Root Court of Appeals Lord Basses Duorteys Derby

Fall Weather Predicted Ahead in Ohio and Midwest

The Weather Bureau predicts a cool weekend across Ohio and nearby states with frosts likely tonight. Temperatures are expected near 40 degrees, and officials warn of killing frosts as a cold air mass sweeps in from the west.

Columbus U.P United States Weather Bureau Ohio E. V. Wolfe Athenn County Rovers Watt

Chicago Man Talks Self Into Hands Of Police

A man named Gugik was arrested by federal agents on charges of income tax fraud involving about $767,000. He claimed the sum was far less and argued the money came from his wife, insisting he is not in any racket. Authorities moved charges between courts and set a $16,000 bond amid questions of evasion versus vagrancy.

Chicago Harry ‘Guark Jal Gugik S. Wn Ho Dows Guzth

World Series Opens as Sullivan Sets Watch at Shibe Park

In Philadelphia a man named William J. Sullivan stationed himself by the bleacher window at Shibe Park at midnight to buy eight sun seats for the World Series opener next Wednesday. He arrived prepared with a suitcase of items for a long vigil.

Philadelphia aPan Wiliam J. Sullivan Shibe Park Sullivan

Weather outlook for next week from U S Weather Bureau

The forecast from the United States Weather Bureau for Ohio Valley and Tennessee calls for generally fair weather with a period of showers midweek or shortly after. Temperatures rise after Monday with notably warmer conditions by midweek. Cooter Friday and Saturday.

Washington United States Weather Bureau Ohio Valley Tennessee

Hoover to Visit Camp in Virginia for Campaign Tour

President Hoover planned to leave today for Camp in Virginia to visit his son Herbert and to rest preparatory to a heavy speaking schedule during the next 19 days.

Waadlington Hoover Fin Aptian Virginia Herbert

Short selling barred as Russia leads rally in wheat market

Prices fall heavily as short selling by Russia and others is barred. The market drops to lows not seen in years with September wheat down amid a broad demoralization of the Liverpool market. Prominent figures including Morrell and Uydeater are cited as officials discuss the impact on American grain prices and potential foreign interventions.

Armwrieau Irbkela Doh AL Morrell Cig Board Uydeater Bend BOCK Persson Strana Alnoun Cement Flassin Rusafa Europe Lie Aparing

Neighbor and widow held in Barnes death case

Akron Sept 27 a neighbor Marshal W I Cornel 43 and widow Mrs Esther Gernes 37 were questioned after Barnes death when the car he drove exploded. Investigators say Barnes was killed in a plot by Cornel and Mrs Barnes. The couple were arrested after the funeral and seen over Barnes policies. Katherine Palmer daughter of Rep Sladman announced candidacy for her late father’s unexpired term.

Akron Clarence R. Barnes W. I Cornel Luh Esther Gernes Benet Barnes Cornel Washington Katherine Palmer Treaite Charles At ‘Sladman North Carolina

World Series on Massive Messenger Score Board

Readers watch every game on a giant Messenger score board as the World Series unfolds. Daily updates highlight key moments and upcoming schedule with fans tracking progress, teams, and venues across multiple broadcasts.

Protest Over Non-Union Men for White House Print Jobs

A protest targets President Roosevelt's administration for employing non union print workers in White House publishing. Labor leaders condemn the contract terms and push for divestment from contractors using lower wage, non union labor. The dispute centers on bids and compliance with union standards and higher wage requirements.

White House Washington, Sept Lion Laban Anne Sclel Rook Grant Ard Pulllty Wuildings and Geaueds

Ohio Utilities OK Purchase of 12 Telephone Firms

Columbus Sept 27 The Public Utilities Commission authorized the purchase of twelve local telephone companies by the Ohio Cities Telephone Company. Firms to merge include Lima, Celina and Mercer, Coshocton, Caldwell, Garrettsville, Canton Burke, Lowell Farms, Marion, Mandan, Ohio City Home, Wilshire, and Pleasant City Telephone Companies.

Columbus Ohio Cities Telephone Company The Utilities Commission AmupdaiBall Telephone Co Luflow-Waterstown Telephone Co Celina & Merc Ver Count Telephone Co Coshocton Connmty Telephone Co Marmers Telephone Co Caldwell Garrettavillé Telephone Co Cibaonburke Telephone Co Lowell Farm Ire Telephone Exchange Co Mandon“ Telephone Co Ohio City Home Telephone Co Wilshire Telephone C Wreti Telephone Co Pleasant Clily Telephone Co

London Naval Pact praised by Senator Fess at rally

Boston Sept 27 A M The London Naval Pact will stand as a notable service toward world peace Senator Bimn eon D Fess of Ohio keynote speaker at the Republican State Convention Reviewing Hoover era accomplishments Senator Fegan said Kansas City pledges to farm relief and tariff revision were fulfilled without delay in both letter and spirit

Boston London Speace Bimneon D. Fess Ohio Haroover Fegan Reputilcan Kansas City Lin Letter Opiri

Two Die In Auto Tragedy In Kent County

A fatal two car crash in Kent resulted in the deaths of Joronau and Helen Caoothine, ages 12, along with several injured including Mra tertha George, 22, and Denny Lew. Witnesses described a chaotic scene at the Madina Red tease Solke area. Authorities are investigating cause and circumstances of the collision.

Sican Lee Orleans Tim Triagety Pegi Pegty Mra Tertha George Denny Lew Kent Furents Leon Uoel Rome Bern Linard

Donahey Slams Cooper Charge as Misleading

Columbus dispatch reports former Governor Vic Donahue accusing Cooper charges of misrepresentation. He asserts inherited obligations from prior administrations skew the finances and challenges urging the state auditor to verify transfers. Also notes Buckeye city sentencing in a murder case with Ray McCartney and Burl Mies.

Columbus Vic Denwhes Rane Mwien Lolay Myera ¥. Coopery Cooper Shera Donahyy

Fragmentary Index Snippets From War and Local Notices

Disjointed OCR text hints at items in a news index or page pointers. Mentions overseas powers, gambling issues, and various local items. Lacks clear events or identifiable people beyond generic references.

Bobcat Champs Start Season With Victory

Bobcats beat Washington College 27 to 0 as Green and White fielded a strong start to the season. Crowd of about 2,600 watched Liberty, Mather, and assessors contribute to a dominant showing with Manners.

Bobcat Champs Wilmington College

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