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Newspaper

Zanesville Signal

Location

Zanesville, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1928

Page

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Prisoner Addicts Smuggled Narcotics To Inmates

Ruth Jorsdal, 19, was arrested after confessing to smuggling aspirin disguised tablets into a county jail. Officials say several prisoners admitted to using narcotics, with a clique outside the facility suspected of coordinating the operation. The case highlights a deeper narcotics issue as authorities investigate links to outside handlers and the jail’s security lapses.

Ruth Jorsdal Roll Peel Vith Sherif Forlonl Sat McFarland Aga Te Sal

Mafia death case witness testimony in downtown hotel

State witness in kidnaping and murder case testified in a downtown hotel today regarding an alleged prediction by Pettitt that Divito would be the next to die. Prosecutors described a murder ring connected to Pasquale Capotisto and others, while defense argued habeas corpus hearings continued.

Bec Michael Divito Pettitt Theorini Divito Eo Scully Crist Wits

Push Bill Faces Senate Battle Over Treaty

The administration plans firm action to move the bill before Congress as opposition voices clash over the war treaty. Lawmakers weigh party lines and the timetable, with key figures signaling intently debated provisions and potential votes.

Coolidge at Ithier's Bedside in Hampton Mass

A fragmentary report notes Coolidge visiting Mrs. feminine Goede at a hospital in Hampton. The condition is described as declining with a weakened state and a nurse attending during the fri end.

Coolidge Ither Hampton Mass Fixlay Coolie Geodline Coatlian Wellsetts

Wife’s Death Story Tied to Lorain Murder Case

Maude Pastorine Heldman, living as Maude Heldman, was taken into custody by Deputy Sheriff Harvey Schwartz for questioning in the Fearn murder case. Wilbur O Heldman asserts his wife Margaret confessed to killing Vernard Fearn and then killed herself, with investigators pursuing further inquiries in Lorain and Canton.

Maude Heldman Harvey Schwartz Canton Thatchy Fearn-Meldman Wilbur O Heldman Margaret Horner Heldman Margaret Vernard Fearn Radcliffe Heidman Akron Maude Pastorine Wilbur O Heidman Vernard Slater Cincinnati Loran Heldmans Coun James Aungstaml George Thom Lorain Fearn Hellman Ahe

Contract set for improvement of county road section

The contract to improve sections O and P of the Zanesville to Caldwell road was awarded to Ray Stanser of Columbus for 174 160 82. The project covers 50 miles with grading, drainage, structures, paving and four bridges. Construction could start soon and be finished by next summer, funded jointly by the state and counties.

Zanesvillee Hgts Next Ummer Innl Unul Caldwell Cnandio Big County

Lone Woman Pilot Sets Endurance Flight Plan

Misa Viola Gentra, a transport pilot, departs from Reevevelt Field to attempt a new endurance record for women. She carries 110 gallons of gasoline and plans to stay near the flight area, weather permitting, to maximize flight time.

Reevevelt Field Misa Viola Gentra Iernsr Ina

Martins Ferry Gun Battle Kills Man and Wounds Officers

In Martins Ferry Ohio on December 20 a gun battle left Honi Smith 98 dead from a heart wound after refusing to surrender to officers at his garage. Patrolman Pye ter Reddy was hospitalized likely mortally wounded, and Officer George Cusick transported Reddy to the hospital. The man sought had fled with a warrant. Alma Lott told police they had been living together and that he had beaten her.

Martins Ferry Honi Smith Pyeter Reddy George Cusick Reddy Smith Cty Criers Bath Harare Cusie Abe Alma Lott

Christmas Is Bleak for These Children

Twelve students at the Ohio school for the kind and ten deaf pupils will remain at the institution over Christmas due to parents unable to afford train fare home. John Harper, director of public welfare, plans activities to make the holidays enjoyable for the pupils. The annual Christmas program was held last night.

Columbus Ohio School For John Harper

Berkeley Heiress Flees by Train in California Pursuit

Miss Roth McConnel heiress to New York, aged 26, reportedly fled from Berkeley after a dramatic pursuit involving an airplane. Francis D Bowdon and Dr. D Meeker were said to be attempting to catch her as Kenneth E Coulter, treasurer of the Caroling Southern railway, watched from New York.

Berkeley Cal Bec Roth McConnel Seareold New York Francis D Bowdon Or . D Meeker Rochester Kenneth E Coulter Caroling Southern Railway Macy

West's Opponents Test Senate Confirmation

Opponents faced a tough obstacle to swing West's confirmation as Senate debates continued. Key figures from Montana New York North Dakota voiced resistance citing past associations with meal and water interests while West pressed to clear the favorable committee report ahead of Christmas.

West Nothingon Des Therier Roy O APTA Christman Adantiottas Welsey Montana Wagner New York Nye

Chinese factions resume fighting on Yangtse River

A Geneva style dispatch reports severe fighting between Chinese factions at Chungkang on the Yangtse. Field artillery and machine guns are in use as residents prepare to evacuate. The British gunboat Tern kag teen is ordered to scene to protect properties. Washington says the U S will attend the next Armament Commission meeting when invited by Nottons ft.

London Dee Chunktang King Yangtse Kong Washington I Cyeween Nottons Ft

Pacific solution of border dispute advances toward arbitration treaty

The Pan American conference coolly moves toward a Pacific border arbitration treaty for Bolivia and Paraguay. Reporters Maurtan and Olaya craft a draft while a plenary arbitration panel weighs exceptions to submit to the full committee. Delegates debate whether to bar pecuniary claims until domestic courts decide.

Washington Victor M. Maurtan Pru Enrique Olaya Colombia Consilation Committee Mexico United States

Voting Question On Presiding Judge Party Affiliation

Assistant Secretary of State Biird reports a query from Charles St Mullen of Meigg county about which party will name the presiding judge for the November election in Pomeroy ward. He notes Cooper and Davey each had 308 votes in the gubernatorial election and that a Democrat presided in the last election, leaving the issue to the regular election board to decide between Republican and Democrat.

Columbus O Joseph Biird Charles St Mullen Pomeroy Meigg Molvin Vor Piret Pomes Mullen Cooper Davey Inhae Ward Denaney Ora Y Cooper Elent Baird Myles

Explosions Rage in London as Gas Mains Burst

London shaken by two rounds of gas main explosions in Holborn injuring 12 seriously and gutting two six story buildings. Police evacuated residents, halted traffic, and warned of further blasts as flames, debris, and collapsed roads disrupted the city center.

Tondon Holborn London Stresta

Financial Ledger Entries From New York Agency

The ledger shows credits and balances across multiple accounts including QO Cocareng Nose ATereny Exchants and ONG Saskncer. Balances include 1 372 000 and 163 06000 figures, with references to Teserie bank credit balance and S127 entries. The document outlines asset and credit movements within the NY unit.

New York Ferterad Teserie Bank Fos

Ancient Sparta flapper worries echoed in history

In Los Angeles on December 20 Dr Paul Shorey of the University of Chicago spoke to teachers about Fashion and morals in ancient Sparta and Greece. He cited cynicisms about feminine modesty and warned that gold diggers and domestic discord existed in Greek times. The talk contrasted with modern concerns over virtue and budget debates in Washington about tax refunds and deficits.

Los Angeles Cal Paul Shorey University of Chicago Los Angeleachers Institute Sparta Greece Dr. Shorey Shorey Washington Housem Appropriations Committee Tetog Hoover Administration Treasury The House John N. Garner Teas Mellon Barme R Coolidge Congress Garner New York Rivers and Harbors Committee Warbors Hill

Hoover Plans Prolonged Miami Beach Stay After South American Cruise

President-elect Herbert Hoover will spend Christmas aboard ship en route back from a South American cruise and will use a Palm Beach residence offered by J C Penney for offices. Mrs Hoover joins, shopping across nine countries, as plans for New Year’s on board unfold while discussions on regional policy continue.

Washington Herbert Hoover Miami Beach Fla Hoover J.C Penney Belle Isle Joseph Adams Anvil Man N Secard Utah Arlington United States Key West Florida Rio de Dmetro Ttah Evers Looser United States Navy Ise Montevideo Santa Claus Land Hooter Rio de Janeiro Irigesen Argentina Hadser Kaser Wea Aste Senate Foreign Relations Committee

King George Continues To Show Improvement

An official bulletin at 11 this morning said the King passed a good night and continues to show slow progress. The message was read by Lord Dawson of Penn and signed by Str Mixh Rigby and Hewes.

Bandon Ronnie Flan King George Pal- Velin Xtantes Hewes Mixh Rigby Lord Dawson Penn

Whalen Orders Clean-Up of Bootleg Joints

New York news reports Grover Whalen the citys police commissioner orders a crackdown on bootleg speakeasies and professional gamblers. He instructs officers to use force against the underworld while treating peaceful citizens with courtesy. An immediate boost to discipline follows with demotions and transfers across the ranks.

New York Grover Whalen

Bar backs move to raise salaries and extend municipal court

Muskingum County Bar Association backs legislation to broaden municipal court jurisdiction across the county, raise salaries from 1800 to 33600, and allow civil and criminal actions across townships. If passed in January, the change would align the municipal court with the common pleas and probate courts, while not increasing a current judge’s salary during their term.

Muskingam County Bar Association Legislative Committee of the Bar Municipal Court Zanasville General Assembly Zanesville Corporation Fimith Common Press Fogatte Teroign Common Press Court Probate Court of Muskingum Justices of the Peace C. A. Maxwell Muskroxum County Bar Association Clarence Graham Graham C. 0. Croesal Marty Pugh

Zanesville Men Named Trustees At Good Roads Board

At the Olio Good Roads Federation meeting in Columbus two Zanesville citizens were elected to one year terms on the federation board of trustees. W Littick and James R Alexander were chosen, with D W Armstrong re elected for one year.

Olio Good Roads Federation Columbus Zanesville Federation Board of Trustees W. Littick James R. Alexander W Armstrong Thetees

Attempt To Free Woman Held Under Fourth Prohibition Offense

In Lansing Michigan a mother of ten, Eth Melee, faces a life sentence for a fourth prohibition offense. She stood mute at arraignment on a technical information, triggering a not guilty plea and a jury trial set for December 32. Defense counsel plans to argue prior valid convictions and lack of counsel in two cases.

Lansing Mien Eth Meiuf Barnard Pearce Seymour HB Perse Mislee

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