15 Jun 1930
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Newspaper
Zanesville Signal
Location
Zanesville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1930
Page
1
The mayor issued a mandate stopping lawn sprinkler use to conserve water as a drought reduces supply. A well field is slowing, and daily water use nears seven million gallons over the last two weeks, two million above prior limits, prompting residents to heed the order.
The mayor urges all consumers to conserve water as drought tightens supply. Wells yield limited amounts daily and authorities may enforce restrictions to protect household needs and fire safety.
Sigfred Webster appeals to residents to stop using sprinklers to conserve water amid waning supply. Major Webster warns of police enforcement if orders are ignored as water works staff report rising demand and failing pumps. Governor Myers urged to deploy Ohio National Guard to Toledo to restore order and curb gambling districts amid the crisis.
A Dayton judge finally earned his law degree after a 32 year pursuit. The ceremony, held at Nippers Stadium, saw 39 other graduates in the largest senior class the Union area has produced this year.
Francis Gaiteni aged 53 sustained severe facial head injuries and possible brain concussion when his car left a road near Grant Park and struck a tree. He was trapped in the windshield and transported to Grad Semechtan Hospital by the Heck ambulance. The accident occurred on the Lickings road near Grant Park after a curve, with the driver of the other vehicle taken to hospital with minor injuries.
A compact note reports on personnel changes in the CG team with Wie 34 assuming a new social secretary role. The brief outlines timeline shifts and associated duties within the organization’s communications staff.
Democratic candidates in the U S Senate race focus on Prohibition and economic issues. Truax and Medweeney are named as leading contenders with strong support for anti drink policies. The report notes expected debate on government influence and party strategies ahead of the primary.
A Massillon man faces Judge Lemert in the upcoming appeal court contest. The article mentions Democratic and Republican figures tied to the race, with references to local political figures and prior court service. It notes campaign dynamics and positions on reform, including liquor licensing debates, and lists prior public roles of involved candidates.
Fragments indicate a youth named Wilson, son of two garage owners, left a note referring to friends as good. The director was not present and the boy reportedly took a poison dose. Police have not confirmed identities or official cause of death.
Ohio endured a blistering day as nine people drowned in separate incidents. Reports describe a dangerous swim near Mill Creek and other locations as heat drove crowds to water. Rescue attempts involved boats and lifeboats, with several survivors saved from the river. Weather records show heat indexes and a temporary drop expected tomorrow.
In a week of arrests totaling over 1,200, police and officials confront a wave linked to gang activity downtown. Aldermen and civic leaders push for reforms while debates rage on crime, policing, and public safety. Authorities vow tougher measures as a concerted effort seeks to curb violence and restore order.
The fragment notes a person named Dad Lyons expressing happiness about returning to school after receiving a large check. The readable text is limited and lacks further context or dates.
Report shows Foy Zanessille and Muskingum County boys among 30 sent from the area to the Ft Harrison training camp. The Muskegum group includes Zanessville Roseville Hass Pulonsach and Durten Fails as part of a county quota effort to fill the camp roster.
A Portsmouth report describes a robbery foiled by a woman who used a phone to alert police. The quick call prompted officers to respond, preventing the crime and leading to further investigation.
TEVELAND June 1 May Party five mirsees after De Lorenze Boehler director of the Vienna Accrents hospital Astria started today to send fracture dislocation of the ankle under total anaesthetic. Patients could walk across the room and up and down three Segers of Tao Gemorns. The surgical cpeetion was mace and ount Sins Resp. Here as 2 ieevare climbed. In the parents hea been treated by the ususe methods of employing a zenere anarserie he would ray here been abl e to walk within three months. Morocaine argents set tas bones and a plaster cast and then walked away.
Ohio woman Cee Suneie of Bassett Park injured in a head on collision with an east bound vehicle. Viola Mandoz, 30, burned to death as her dress ignited after the crash near Cincinnati on June 11.
Ohio Power announces a new generating unit set to enter service shortly. The article notes testing completed, connections made to the distribution network, and expansion of substations within the city to support uninterrupted electrical service.
A road extending from Sandusky south through Wilen Johnston in Licking County was named in honor of a local figure after consent was granted. The ceremony occurred today, acknowledging the tribute amid public attention.
Five people drowned and two others are reported missing after a disaster. The article mentions victims including Oscar Tidwell and his wife, with ages and names partially garbled in the OCR. It notes recovery of some bodies and ongoing search efforts.
An assorted page lists sections and features including the dance of tears and a trance, a short Count-tac tale, new fiction, and ongoing columns. it mentions a new typewriter for the blind and sections on theater, music, and daily life with various feature notes and page references.
The House approved the tariff bill by 69 votes amid debate on its complex provisions. President to sign next week after review by officials. leaders expect a White House signing soon.
Fragmented notice reports a 33 year old soldier, Harriman, died while imprisoned locally. The article contains garbled lines but references his overseas service and a fatal incident in custody. Local authorities are identified with unclear affiliations and an address in Newark.
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