29 Dec 1928
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Newspaper
Zanesville Signal
Location
Zanesville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1928
Page
1
Fragmented ad style copy touts a Bulga product as a home remedy said to treat cold symptoms. It mixes medical terms with dubious claims and suggests use twice weekly, promising relief and savings without clear dosage or ingredients.
A Zanesville man is ordered released after questioning by police as the Legislative Committee on Economy asks for an additional 4.5 million dollars. The incident centers on state budget concerns and ongoing inquiries.
Columbus December report to aid legislative finance committees estimates saving about 2.0 million over the next two years and proposes amending the constitution to remove director posts from constitutional offices and place all executive functions under the governor for better coordination and efficiency.
The old and new leaders of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, meeting in New York, are pictured. Dr Arthur A. Noyes of Caltech, retiring president, stands left beside Prof. Henry Fairfield Osborn of the American Museum of Natural History, who succeeds Noyes.
Columbus Ohio on January 2 1980 Governor Vic Donahey reappoints Orchard T Wisde Democrat as state rector of public works for a term. Wisde will serve nearly a year joining Governor Fleet My gers cabinet. Cooper Republican will take office January 11 with other cabinet members turning Republican upon inauguration.
New York police and federal agents raided the White Night district affecting the rear Forties and Greenwich Village areas. Eighteen proprietors and wait staff were arrested as liquor valued at about 200000 dollars was seized. Prisoners were to be arraigned on charges of possessing and selling liquor.
Columbus reports on Hoover travel plans to reach Washington Sunday night aboard train after leaving Old Point Comfort. Hoover aims for a discreet arrival with no public reception and to keep a low profile during inauguration week. The item notes uncertainty about where his headquarters will be in D C and mentions staff movements and party plans.
Muskingum county Democrats plan a Monday evening gathering at 427 4 Mall Street with a New Years watch party. The event features a progressive card game and distribution of membership cards by J. E Robinson, chairman. Luncheon will follow the program. all members are invited.
Reported historic first in flight refueling done in absolute darkness between the Question Mark and its nurse ship over Roswell New Mexico during a New Year’s Eve rehearsal. The two aircraft connected by hose at 2500 feet for three minutes, then returned safely.
Wilbur J Cole received a twenty four year sentence in Ohio Penitentiary after pleading guilty in common pleas court to robbing the Camargo bank at Medeira, a few months earlier. He is wanted by Porinss fvamta authorities on larceny charges and by Montgomery county officials who allege he jumped bond. Trivial Mab suyner
The Pfealts Office shuts down amid a broad influenza and cold outbreak in the city. Office staff report fever and respiratory symptoms. city hall operations reduced, with sanitation and medical supervision in place. Many cases treated at home, quarantine advised, and some workers hospitalized or under medical care.
Columbus officials dispute state responsibility for fed eral prisoners' subsistence in county jails. Attorney General Edyard Tuts yer rules no authority to detain suspects longer than 24 hours without a federal writ. The piece also notes a separate Chicago homicide involving Mary Zahra dnik and a step-son, with details of a gas kitchen death and marital quarrels.
State aid for public schools in sparsely funded counties fell short this year due to a weak treasury. The department of education announced the special appropriation helped many schools finish the year. Muskingum County received 14,223 with New Concords schools most benefited at 44,000. Affected districts list includes Frazersburg 2,300 South Baneville 3,000 Monroe rural 2,000 Roseville village 1,267 Rich Hill 860 Hopewell 712 Highland 403 Meigs 392.50 Pleasant Grove 868.
Chicago report states Judge Edgar A Jonas ordered Herman Matten to pay his wife $10 a week after he admitted marrying her last April following her wooing. Matten argued leap year husbands should not have to work to support their spouses, but the court rejected the claim and upheld support.
Marion December 29. Justice William RB Marin ran through fifty eight tasic trial titions in six minutes a local court record. One defendant, a woman, pleaded not guilty.
Cleveland police launched a roundup ordered by Police Chief Jacob Graut, arresting 88 by nightfall and 251 overall as raids targeted speakeasies gambling resorts and illegal hideouts in the Roaring Third and Thirty Fifth precints. The operation aims to curb recent robberies and murders, with courts to arraign those seized.
City council 1929 budget allocates 6000 for a motor vehicle and related fuel upkeep for use in the fire department. Officials note the decision to fund automotive equipment despite a desire for gasolineless travel and caution that funds cannot be diverted from other accounts.
Harriet Hocto of New York is praised as America's premiere ballet dancer after receiving a coveted trophy from a dance directors organization. The award honors her as the leading figure in ballet, with public acclaim mirrored in the accompanying photo.
Columbus Ohio December 29 Governor Vic Donsahey plans to confer with state prohibition commissioner B F McDonald next week to decide action on affidavits charging Prosecuting Attorney Leroy W Hunt Toledo with failing to cooperate with state dry officials in enforcing prohibition in Lucas County. The governor will review McDonald’s analysis and propose remedies for parole policy while Hunt claims county officials cooperated with him in issuing pardons. Washington December 22 Congressional battle over national defense looms as the cruiser bill nears the Senate and a public inquiry into pacifist groups is sought by Representative Melvin J Mans. A conference of pacifist critics and observers will gather under the Council of International Relations with Bishop Francis J McDonnell among opponents.
Glasgow reports a proposal to abolish Hogmanay the Scottish New Year festival replacing Christmas. The plan stirs debate as officials consider cultural and social impacts across Scotland.
County Health Board announces Miss Nadean Pace as assistant to the newly chosen commissioner. The board, led by John B Rector, aims to enforce stricter health standards and curb moral and public behavior concerns across the county. The appointment, tied to reform efforts, follows recent scandal and calls for a registered nurse to support Dr James M. O Neal. Hogmanay and related festivities are referenced in the context of public morality.
The report notes rumors that blood transfusion might be used in the treatment of King George. The British Red Cross secretary says no outside donors are needed or likely to be involved, as Buckingham Palace receives many unsolicited offers and court circles remain the only potential recipients.
Authorities in Cleveland report a local woman, Mrs. May Hutchinson, found dead in a cedar chest in her apartment. Her husband Everett Hutchinson was released after questioning as police renew the investigation into possible suicide and underlying causes.
Ohio teachers left Columbus after a three day Ohio State Teachers association session. Officers elected: John J. Richeson of Youngstown president. H. F. Wallahoee Columbus. U. L. Light Barberton. K. W. Whinenery Sandusky. Maude Caldwell allied. J. W. McMillan Oxford. Will Durant New Fats delivered closing address on progress with witty remarks.
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