17 Dec 1923
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Newspaper
Zanesville Signal
Location
Zanesville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1923
Page
1
The article reports Gen Romulo Figueroa’s revolutionary forces defeating a loyalist column near Acapulco after a 12 hour engagement. Rebels seized 796 horses and funds while federal troops retreat or join counterforces. A new Guererro governor is to be appointed.
Dec 17 York reports an ecclesiastical storm centered on Rev. Lee W. Heaton of Trinity Episcopal Church Worth Texas a former Omaha resident and Jesuit university graduate. He faces bishops over modernist accusations while Dr. Parks and Dr. Tyson defend him amid charges of heresy.
A fragmentary note describes an anxious mood around a merger and local business activity in town. It references a December timeframe and unclear events near a corner shop. The text hints at early momentum that soon became uncertain as talks progressed.
Miss Doris Grossman aged 25, a patient at a Cleveland hospital, fell three stories from a hospital window to her death. The tragedy occurred Sunday morning as she was found on the ground beneath the window wearing a gown.
Dayton marks the twentieth anniversary of the Wright brothers' first flight with a gala program. Washington guests led by Major General Mason Patrick attend tours of McCook and Wright fields, a luncheon at the Wright home, and a dazzling air display. Lieutenant MacReady aims to reach 50,000 feet in a dramatic altitude flight, while a presidential message and bronze tablet honor the aviation milestone.
Fragmented text references General Angel and condl ident with Huertista support among old aristocratic elements. Mentions Mexico City and a delay of a few days in confirmation. Lacking clear events or dates.
In Zaneshire, Marshal Fos sought damages after a North River property loss tied to new waterworks. Judge Eastman upheld the jury ruling that the city bore no liability. Attorney A A Porter hailed the victory as several similar suits are pending.
Day- ton reports a wave of machine seizures amid a clash over slot machines. A grand jury probes the matter as police push to curb gambling, with multiple charges and counterclaims surfacing. Casualties and accidents intersect local unrest as investigations unfold.
A Sunday morning blaze destroyed the Darner residence on the Frazersburg road. Violet 5 and Mariel 10 died, while Lawrence 7 and the parents escaped. Arthur Walker alerted the family, and Frank Worstall transported Violet to Good Samaritan hospital. The fire origin remains unknown. damages estimated at 5040. A double funeral is planned for Violet and Mariel.
San Antonio dispatch reports Obregon officials denying that cadets at Jacinto were executed. Travelers claim Mexico City papers carried execution counts of about thirteen to fifteen. Other reports say many cadets were exerted in.
Norfolk Va December 17 A Coast Guard bulletin says at least sixteen men perished when the Norwegian steamer Runa sank near Frying Pan Shoals off the North Carolina coast Saturday Five survivors were picked up in a lifeboat by the tanker W W Mills and were being taken to Sabine Tex
Local graduates of Muskingum College pledge support to W. M. Bateman chairing the campaign to raise funds for a building on the Muskingum campus. Prominent community figures from finance law and religion back the drive, urging timely contributions. In a separate note, a Mexican revolutionary incident reports a Reuters-style execution in Fort Hidalgo after a commander shouted Viva de la revolucción.
In Columbus a prisoner, David J. Scott, 38, previously linked to Youngstown, receives a pardon amid ongoing legal actions. In Cincinnati a man faces a decade in prison for an arson related death. A Dayton case recounts a prison death following burns from hot water in a faulty washing setup.
Washington on December 17 enters its third week with little hope for major legislation before adjournment. insurgent progressives push for a compromise for the interstate commerce committee while Republicans cling to Cummins. Democrats back Smith as a possible alternative, with party unity uncertain and a Senate vote looming.
Dr. M. O'Neal ordered 27 Muskingum College students to stay in New Concord or be vaccinated after a smallpox case was reported by Fred Minnica of Igratiot. The action aims to halt spread to Zanesville county and beyond during the Christmas break.
A heavy laden lumber schooner struck submerged rocks near the harbor in morning fog. Coast Guard rescues saved seven crewmen including Captain Stromberg as eight others are doomed. A wireless operator and two others perished when the wreck broke apart in ice and surf.
The article discusses selecting a successor to Mrs Ludy for a two year term. It notes confusion over party affiliation and possible candidates, with speculation that the successor should be a Republican. The piece mentions Abs Cudy being rated as a Republican and the question of who will be chosen remains unresolved.
R 2 Zimmerman announces that the roal power plant at the Y' bridge is now in position to supply all electric power for Zanesville. L B Smith of Philadelphia oversees installation of new machinery with power from Ohio Power Co. and Mosaic sub station connections.
A Wisconsin court ordered Kele Bis wife sent to an asylum following a first degree indictment. The case involved a car court ruling and issued warnings about further actions.
Rev. Father T McNalty, longtime chaplain at St. Anne's hospital, died suddenly on a Sunday night in Columbus. He served about nine years in Canada before moving to the United States where his survivors live in Youngstown. The notice notes colder temperatures in the northeast overnight.
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