06 Dec 1929
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Newspaper
Zanesville Signal
Location
Zanesville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1929
Page
1
Fragmentary report describes a tax amendment enforcement dispute in Junction with a gunpoint robbery at a grocer and an escape with money. The text also references a road widening near Zanesville Dresden and mentions legal action and state constitutional sections amid unclear details.
The article details allegations of ballot fraud and corruption linked to Senator Vare and supporters. It covers witnesses, committee actions, and party responses as the Senate considers potential seating challenges and political ramifications.
The article details a legal challenge to a new Ohio constitution amendment. It notes objections by Secretary of State Clarence Brown and others, a temporary injunction, and the governor’s proclamation on the revoted amendment. It cites vote totals showing 710,038 for and 310,573 against.
A wide discussion on transportation funding and road improvements surfaces in a Weaver meeting. Officials discuss state aid, town contributions, and project timing with figures around $225000 and $50,000, aiming to speed up highway work and culvert maintenance.
An item reports a female student and a presenter from a Wisconsin campus involved in a drink driving incident. It mentions an unfriendly move and a bootlegger arrested for selling goods. The write up includes garbled details about university studies and prior charges.
In Middletown three injured passengers and two dead after a car crash near the Dice Way crossing. The driver Donson, 20, denied the crash, claiming to “give your...,” as the auto struck an interurban car, sending shock through local streets.
An aviator named Thomas P. Nelson jumped in a chute from a near fatal crash but landed safely after his parachute opened and partially absorbed the fall. The report notes Nelson survived the fall from a high altitude with injuries not described, and authorities are reviewing the incident amid heightened air activity and pilot safety concerns.
A Friday afternoon crash on Greenwica avenue near Underwood street involved a street car and a machine. Walter Smc2, 21, suffered injuries including a possible head wound and facial lacerations. his condition was not critical. Passenger Besier Humphrey, 18, and another unnamed woman sustained broken ankles and other bruises and were taken to Bethesda hospital for treatment.
A Wooster student is listed among the nation’s top ten singers in a Wartingham event story. The piece cites the competition format and notes several prominent nominees from across the country.
A chaotic Chicago disturbance left sixteen injured and significant property ruin. Officials say a dynamite explosion disrupted the Lowh Side area, damaging buildings and displacing residents. Authorities investigate motive as casualties and financial losses mount in the wake of the blast.
Pittsburgh university announced today that Vanersi will represent California in the upcoming Pasadena Bowl east-next game in Pasadena. The news confirms a major college athletics event set for December 193.
Fragmentary passage discusses interference and obligations under a pact, mentions acting commissar of foreign affairs, and references Iranjenuria and Levies. Dated tone suggests remarks to the United States government, with remarks on detainment and war context.
Lawmakers wrestle over an income tax slash as Democratic and Republican leaders clash with House passage of a relief measure. The proposal faces opposition in the Senate with progressives weighing block tactics and Treasury funding concerns. Debates stretch hours into a new session as leaders maneuver to advance or derail the plan.
Rebels clash with government forces as Chinese troops fight insurgents across several provinces. Reports describe looting and harassment by rebel units, with garrisons blown and towns evacuated as forces maneuver near Nanking and Shanghai.
Washington Det G Senator Scie reports Blease ignores a subpoena to appear before the grand jury amid a murder case inquiry. The district supreme court weighs whether proceedings should be placed against him as witnesses. The term lasts several days with limited breaks, focusing on confidentiality and police conduct tied to the Scrivener murder investigation.
Bridgeport police arrest four men in a bold bank robbery case. Names linked to the caper include Jo Sercena and Wy arrests feaden as police unveil a Canadian mall train clue and a western lead. Investigations continue for details and charges.
Beijing to restore pre 1926 treaty status while negotiating technical questions on peace, with Chang Hsueh-liar opposing one Soviet provision. Moscow and Chinese delegates push toward resolution of the Rosin C H E controversy, and a December meeting is planned in Shebarish for technical talks. Nationalist rebel activity and Canton defense tensions rise as mutinies and clashes unfold. The U S consulate guards increase after protests in Wanse, with officials corresponding on foreign affairs.
The forecast calls for cloudy skies with changing to snow by Saturday night. Strong cold air follows with colder conditions in the west and northeast, bringing lighter gusts and icy patches as the weekend continues.
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