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Newspaper

The Democratic Banner

Location

Mount Vernon, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1922

Page

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Reparations Schedules Readjustment Sought by German Offer

Washington reports indicate German overtures for American intervention to revise reparations, with London dispatches citing plans for an American economic commission review. French stance on Germany's ability to pay could ease final agreement on the amount Germany would pay, though lack of a direct Berlin Washington informal channel remains a hurdle.

Au Tee Patan Washington Wes London Associated Press American Economic Commission Berlin Germany

Daisy Fitts Gets Suspended Sentence

Akron court records tell of Danny Pitts a 16 year old Cuyahoga Falls student and Daisy Fitts a girl who pleaded guilty to manslaughter in the murder case of Tony Marcell a man who allegedly threatened her life The judge imposed a suspended sentence to the Marysville reformatory and she will return to school The witness stated she shot him in August when he approached with a revolver in hand

Paes Akron Doc Danny Pitts Cuyahoga Falls Tony Marcella Ahern Marysyilio Reformatory

Fire destroys Williamson Heater plant at Oakley

Cincinnati December 21 Fire late last night destroyed the main plant of the Williamson Heater Co at Oakley a suburb of the city. Loss estimated at 110000.

Cincinnati Tha ‘Williamson Heater Co Oakley

Dry Navy Bans Yuletide Cheer in New York Influx

The dry navy claims a blockade to curb Yuletide celebrations as prohibition officials report 100 to 300 craft of various vessels enroute from the Bahamas toward New York. Ten days earlier several busts were claimed, with authorities bracing for possible festive disturbances along the Long Island shores.

Pensa New York Dry maYr

Senate reports naval disarmament conference bill

The navy appropriation bill with a house provision urges the president to call another naval disarmament conference to limit construction of vessels under 10,000 tons, reported today to the senate.

Washington House Senate

School Concert Showcases Fourth to Eighth Graders

A Christmas Carol concert at the high school auditorium featured fifth through eighth graders under Misa Winters. The program included choruses and a mixed choir with costumes and strong performances by young singers. Accompanists Helen Herron, William Wing, Helen Cleeland, Pauling Ashcraft, Margaret Winters, Marianne Pyle, and Naomi Dubinsky supported the show.

Misa Winters Helen Herron William Wing Helen Cleeland Pauling Ashcraft Margaret Winters Marianne Pyle Naom Dubinsky Mie ‘Winters

Search Extended for Bodies in Lake LaSourche

In Louisiana at Lake LaSourche the search by National Guard divers for the bodies of two hooded raiders victims continues without success. A second detachment of state troops departed, amid rumors opponents of the state kidnapping probe may interfere. Captain W. W. Cooper declined to discuss troop movements.

Mere Rouge Louisiana National Lake LaSourche W. W. Cooper

House Committee Is Told Of Cruelties

Chester R. Bookwalter plans a trip on a homebuilt 22 by 8 foot boat with a three room interior and gasoline engine capable of 10 miles per hour. Built near New Madison by Bookwalter, decorated by Mrs. Bookwalter and son Myron, the vessel will sail down the Ohio to the Mississippi Gulf toward Florida for extended time, not returning until next summer.

Cincinnati Chester R. Book Ohio River Mississippi Gulf of Mexico Bookwalter New Madilion Drake County Myron Florida

Reid Improves After Breakdown Was Reported

Wallace Reid motion picture actor showed improvement today in his condition after a recent breakdown. Relatives said his heartbeat and respiration were stabilizing at an Hollywood hospital following a period of illness and exhaustion.

Associareo Paena Angeles Wallace Reid Hollywood

Wordy altercation between delegates at Near East session

At Lausanne near the Near East conference, Premier Venizelos of Greece and Riza Nur Bey of Turkish nationalism quarreled over immigration liberty. The dispute led Montaona, president of the conference commission on minorities, to adjourn the morning session amidst protests over alleged deportations of Greeks from Anatolia.

Venizel- 08 Greece Riza Nur Bey Nationaliat Delegats Signor Montaona Near Huet

Auditor Gates to pay Santa Claus gifts to city staff

City Auditor H. C. Gates announced he will issue monthly paychecks on Saturday December 23 to monthly salaried officers and employees. Day by day workers will be paid only for actual time served, enabling Christmas spending for recipients.

H. C. Gates Gates

Fight 15 On For President Pro Tem

Republican members of the senate caucus in Columbus planned a contest for the presidency pro tem. Senator Kryder of Henry county and Runetor Rowe of Cleveland were mentioned as possible candidates for the leadership role.

Twe Associated Press Columbus Attic Senate Oor Kryder Henry County Runetor Rowe Cleveland

Kenyon Nears Selection of Gambier Football Coach

Dec 11 report suggests Kenyon College will hire a former Ohio State player to replace Guy King as Gambier football coach next fall. King has two years left on his contract and will be paid whether he coaches or not. The prospective successor is described as highly reputable and coming from a strong Ohio high school program.

Gamber Kenyon College Ohio State Gua King Gambier King Ohio

Indian Burying Ground Unearthed at Mariemont Site Near Cincinnati

Excavation on the Mile of Mariemont near Cincinnati reveals an extensive Indian burial ground. George Motzoff Harvard and C J Livingood of the Emery estate report finding a Shawnee skeleton and artifacts. Harvard research backs long exploration of Shawnee routes through the Little Miami area. Efforts seek intact weapons. Bones and treasures may go to a planned local museum.

Cincinnati Mariemont George Motz Harvard C. J. Livingood Emery Little Miami River Harvard University G. Matz George Metz Ssstern College Metz China Livingood

Bernhardt Improves. Expected Return to Stage

Paris reports actress Sarah Bernhardt continues to improve from illness and is expected to resume theatrical work in coming days as she regains strength and condition.

PARES Paris Mwo Sarah Bernhardt Sais Eyien Sleek

Steamer Goes Down After Collision Off Nazaire

Nine French crewmen perish when the steamer Weintitts sinks after a collision with the Norwegian freighter Asturian off Saint Nazaire France. The crash occurred just after midnight as the Velntilis cleared the harbor, sending the steamer to the deep in heavy seas. The captain and engineers survived by swimming ashore.

St. Nazaire Capuain

Bandits Raid Distillery. 88 Cans of Bonded Whisky Stolen

Bandits attacked the T. W. Samuels distillery near Barnstown Kentucky before dawn, firing to corner guards, breaking locks and looting 88 cans of bonded whiskey valued at $16,000, with about a dozen men involved. Guards returned fire, the bandits fled in a car and truck after the warehouse theft ended.

Passi Barnstown T. W. Samuels Uthe Associated Panel Peoria

Steps Taken to Bar Fatty's Pictures

Rev Otto Zechler of the Alliance Ministerial Association says Fatty Arbuckle pictures will not be shown in this city if preventable. Several pastors interviewed agree, noting if Patty wants to return he should do it elsewhere.

Accomants Peed Alliance Otto Zechler Alliance Ministerial Association Fatty” Arbuckly Patty Una

Christmas Chopping Felt At Institute

Reports from the Farmers Institute at Howard opening Wednesday show Christmas shopping reduced attendance, though sessions continued in the L O C F hall. Speakers included W Mck Stone of Atwater on Advertising Farm Products and The Need of Agricultural Lime. George T. Yount spoke on Winter Eggs. Phil Hall discussed soil liming and an evening lecture titled Sun Up for the American Farmer closed another day with plans to continue Thursday.

Howard C. F. Hall Perom W. McD. Stone Atwater Portage County Stone George Ti Yount Institute Sesalon Ohio State University Phil Hall

Princeton Keeps Her Record Clear in League Play

Two Wednesday games in the Hoys basketball league at the YMCA saw Michigan defeat Cornell 14 to 6 while Princeton beat Harvard 20 to 3. Princeton remains one of two teams with an undefeated record. In Buckeye City, Jay Ecales suffered a fractured skull from a fall near Millwood. his condition is serious but improving doubt remains. Schools plan Christmas programs and early dismissal for holidays.

Hoys Basketball League Michigan Cornell Princeton Harvard Jay Ecales Buckeye City Millwood

Government to file several suits this month

Civil or criminal actions will be brought against U S Harnesa Co of Raston West Virginia and Bridgeport Crase Co while another suit is prepared against Thomas Roberta Co of Philadelphia for purchase of government surplus canned meat. Special assistants Col Henry T Anderson and C Frank Reavis testified to the House committee detailing imminent government action and a conference next month to settle a war claim.

Tat Associates Washington U. S. Harnesa Co Raston W. Ys Henry T. Anderson Richmond House Medicalry Anderson Bridgeport Crase Co C. Frank Reavis Thomas-Roberta Co Philadelphia

Tax collection plan allows paid checks for taxes

County Treasurer Charles McDonald announced a plan to let property owners send signed blank checks and have the exact tax amount filled in by the treasurer's office. The program, used last year with success, aims to ease payment. yesterday saw a busy day, and a big rush is expected after Christmas.

Charles McDonald McDonald MacDonald

Duffy Turns Down Cabinet Position

Columbus dispatch reports Thomas J. Duffy chairman of the state industrial commission declined the offered director of industrial relations post from Governor-elect Donahhey. He prefers to remain on the commission.

Duffy Associated Paras Columbus Thomas J. Duey State Industrial Commission Donahey

Students Symphony Orchestra Forms at Columbus

Columbus dispatch reports the Students Symphony Orchestra, the country second such group, formed by student musicians and modeled after the Chicago Symphony. After months of rehearsal, they plan a public concert later this month under director Wecker, former music director.

Preast Columbus Chicago Symphony Orchestra Frst Cincignati Wecker

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