30 Apr 1925
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Newspaper
Zanesville Signal
Location
Zanesville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1925
Page
1
Ohio Governor Donahey vetoed a bill requiring compulsory Bible reading in public schools, homes, and churches arguing it violates separation of church and state. He cited federal and state constitutions guaranteeing religious freedom and an enduring civil liberal framework as the basis for the veto.
The Ohio governor vetoed a measure mandating Bible teaching in schools, arguing it would force religious worship and clash with constitutional rights. He defended the founders and urged the legislature to refrain from abridging religious liberty. The dispute highlights tensions between education policy and church-state separation.
April 30 at Granville Wisconsin reports military cadets from Norwich University aiding in a large search for Earl Woodward ex convict and abductor of Lucile Chatterton. Contingents scoured Cram Mountain and RoXler woods, aiming to capture or kill Woodward as more police and volunteers join a nationwide manhunt.
A terse item notes Tay Tanner departs to Florida ending a service term. Details are sparse and the notice provides minimal context about the move or its impact.
Forrest Sack Norman and Mason Ben Meson stand charged with robbing I ne Griffin a recluse near Drasdex. Trial began Thursday morning, recessed at noon, to resume later. Griffin testified the money was taken after an assault on April 22. Griffin pleaded not guilty. Mason and Norman face additional liquor possession charges.
Article reports a murder of Heweard Schier linked to a bootleg quarrel. It notes a rise in car shipments and sales by Hamilton and vicinity. A. R. Esk, president of Aman corporation, provides unclear statements. Police investigate whether the murder stems from the earlier dispute.
Prison guards move three inmates Farina Joseph and Diamond brothers to death cells amid attempts to disrupt the planned execution. Farina shows agitation with two oranges bound by toothbrush pieces, while authorities report the governor declined clemency and preparations proceed at Sing Sing for the November 14, 1923 murder case.
A report notes a woman was recovered and a man later died in a suspected incident. Authorities are investigating the sequence of events and potential connections between the two cases.
Officials warned motorists with poorly lit motorcycles face strict enforcement. The campaign targets night riding without proper lighting on state roads. Police report several near misses and urge compliance to reduce danger to drivers and pedestrians.
In Cleveland Court three defendants pleaded guilty to charges tied to a plot involving the O O Rdoch case. Judge D C CT presided as the guilty pleas were entered in this developing legal matter.
Report says M Gohan identified as a likely purchaser of the Brooklyn Dodgers amid early talks. Details on price and bidders remain uncertain as discussions continue in New York circles.
Columbus April 30 Attorney General Crabbe rules $25.6u appropriation to buy a Roseville brick plant not operative before end of current fiscal year. The state will own the plant and welfare department plans to develop capacity while awaiting court ruling on payment timing. The move faced opposition from brick trust and critics who warn of taxpayer exposure.
The juvenile court investigated alleged immoral conduct by students at a local high school. Ten schoolgirls were questioned about their behavior while Judge Graham said no officials or pupils would be held responsible. the community stirred by reports of impropriety.
April 30. F. 3. Taylor, secretary of the Beverly Board of Trade, filed protest with the state utilities commission against granting a permit for a bus line between Zanesville and Marietta. The Beverly group says adequate service is already provided by the Baltimore & Ohio.
A confused report details jurors reporting for a April term petit jury in Muskigam County. Deputy Clerk of Courts notes juror service tied to the case of Jonathan Joseph Hildebrandt and a related dispute on the right to trial by jury.
Fragmentary weather report notes a breezy day with fluctuating temperatures around the five degree mark. Forecaster expects the pattern to continue as the season shifts, suggesting potential sunshine later while noting possible rapid changes in conditions.
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