24 Dec 1931
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Newspaper
Zanesville Signal
Location
Zanesville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1931
Page
1
Old Cincinnati case details a Christmas gathering where holes in the suspect Bischoff alibi surfaced. Investigators cross check accounts with neighbors and the crime scene as prosecutions press the issue amid discrepancies in the victim's movements and actor's statements.
A messy Cleveland murder tale centers on Marian Shand found dead in an Eas Cleveland apartment with her husband Thomas Shand under fierce police scrutiny. He alternately confessed and recanted claiming intoxication and strained marriage amid reports of earlier domestic trouble.
International experts report mediation and completion of a new deal to avert renewed strain over war debts and reparations. Advisory committees of the Young Plan consider capacity limits and actions necessary to stabilize payments and German obligations.
Coast Guard reports from Pleasant Valley describe looters taking distaffs and meat from a general store on Wednesday night. Sheriff Curtis and Deputy Howard investigated Thursday, noting cash and pork were stolen. the Roosevelt tug and Commodore schooner were involved in a relief effort near Puget Sound with log and supply movements amid stormy seas.
Dr Andre of Fairmont West Virginia is acquitted in a seven day Reno trial over the death of Martha Hutchinson in a car crash. The verdict came after the jury viewed the case as Andre embraced his acquittal and planned to stay in Reno as a resident.
A lone bandit entered a post office during a holiday rush and robbed clerks, escaping with about 20 000 dollars. Police and inspectors reported the bandit used a weapon and fled after seizing cash as bystanders watched. The incident occurred around 2200 hours and a search followed.
Despite heavy rain more than 11,200 children gathered for the American Legion sponsored Christmas party aided by the Brown Theatrical company and Boy Scouts. Toys and treats were distributed as dancers and spectators crowded the Liberty theater for the holiday event.
The dead man found on Pennsylvania Railroad tracks near Van Buren street was identified as James Worstall, 50, of Muskingum County. He lived with Harry Bradford and left two sons, a daughter, and a brother. coroner reported multiple injuries from the accident.
Police pursued leads in the slaying of Harry Lapidus a prominent local figure. A Brooklyn artist, questioned about a courtship with Lapidus’s associate Boss Nepomnick, faced scrutiny as investigators weighed possible suspects and motives. No charges were filed.
A prisoner named Watkins from Wheeling was pardoned by Governor Conley after serving about ten years of a sentence for irons and other charges. The pardon comes as Watkins seeks to regain life outside prison and pursue a different path.
Fragmented text reports no strong objection to a proposed ten percent wage reduction across government staff. The item mentions figures like Baty and Berahemi and references a visit to SeeraHIRE, with unclear outcomes and partial details.
A Washington report states Miss Mat RoWeetirt of Mount Helteke College will join the United States delegation to the Gr eva arms conference. The appointment marks official participation in the event, with the broader aim of advancing martial policy discussions and national security.
Washington sends crates of toys and warm clothing for West Virginia miners' children invited to a Christmas party at the White House. Gifts were donated by attendees and shipped to Morgantown after the event. River levels rise with forecasted warm-ups as Muskingum and nearby rivers inch up and temperatures reach near 38 degrees at noon.
A sweeping 275 per cent beer proposal from the American Federation of Labor stirs Congress with support from Rep. Beck and Sen. Bulkley. The measure would redefine nonintoxicating beer and seeks to curb federal prohibition while linking to the Vo lstead Act, prompting discussions on both legalization and broader reform.
Officials described the proposed changes as central to the administration’s plan and urged residents to review the reform details. Community members voiced concern over potential impacts, while developers and business leaders expressed cautious optimism about new rules.
The report states Dr Montgomery is resting well following complications. No further details are provided on his condition or the cause of the health scare.
County tax officials seek new funding for Fostoria as the school board refuses a 2 mill reduction, leaving a $69000 revenue gap and forcing the city to cover losses. Officials consider bond extensions and diverting library and court costs to balance the 1902 budget amid limited municipal funds.
The report details charitable efforts across several cities to clothe and feed 500000 people on Christmas Day. It notes organized efforts in Chicago Philadelphia Cincinnati Indianapolis and wis to provide clothes meals and baskets funded by donors and groups.
Cadiz Ohio December 24 1930s workers at the Monacs Coal Mine faced a dull Christmas as payroll paychecks could not be issued. Ralph Monaca age 23 son of the company head departed with 3500 dollars, reportedly kidnapped or held up. search by county officers continues. Separately Ambassador Dawes is summoned to confer with President Hoover and Secretary of State Sikeson before departing for Europe December 30.
Mabel Lewis of Chillicothe received a Christmas pardon from Governor George White for a state highway department fund misappropriation charge. The pardon affects a resident with ties to a prominent Chillicothe family and follows state superintendent review. Other pardons included inmates serving life and long terms for murder cases, reflecting a broad slate of clemency actions.
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