21 Mar 1925
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Newspaper
Zanesville Signal
Location
Zanesville, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1925
Page
1
Zanesville launches a massive roundup of stray dogs as Sheriff Bradford and deputies confiscate and cage unlicensed canines. By afternoon 20 to 30 dogs were captured with more to come, while owners face possible charges for roaming dogs.
Reported in Zanesville on Tarrace and other districts dogs terrorize residents tearing yards and beds. Sheriff Bradford vows enforcement, cites fines for untagged canines and owner liability as dog packs roam the city.
A mob of about 3000 took James Gordon after he was accused of assaulting a young white woman. Gordon was lynched, his body shot and burned after jail was raided. Authorities warned of prosecutions for many prominent locals. The incident marked Virginia's first lynching in four years. Governor Trinkle reportedly urged restraint.
Trial records reveal hospital attendants linked to an asylum inmate abuse case. Thomas, 55, and other staff faced charges as prosecutors describe repeated mistreatment amid alleged refusals to aid and resulting injuries.
The text notes a prominent Arkansas senator visiting Mrs. E Sturges and family at Woodlawn Avenue in Washington. It mentions the senator traveling from his home in Washington and being hosted by Mrs. Sturges and her family, with other attendees including Mrs. Joseph P L Rios and the senator’s party.
Grfis Indiana sees a deadly tornado in Griffis area with 98 dead and about 500 injured as a southern Indiana region reports widespread destruction. About 1000 homes are wrecked and 5000 left homeless. casualties by locale include Posey Owensville and nearby towns.
Ohio lawmakers seek constitutional amendments to require four year terms for state and county officers while allowing the legislature to set terms for other offices. Other proposals include pay as you go limits, abolition of state primary, and property tax reform. The river flood risk and refuse dumping on grounds near Licking River also draw notice with enforcement actions pending.
Murphysboro March 21 Physicians and nurses rush to curb a tetanus outbreak in the wake of a terrible tornado. Dr. Eyes of the Northern School medical unit in Chicago fears the infection may spread despite inoculations against diphtheria and tetanus. The town scrambles to secure the water system and halt the crisis.
Grim reports from Gorham near Murfreesboro recount a deadly tornado that wiped out a town of under a thousand, killing 96 and injuring many. Survivors describe winds ripping homes apart, lifting children, and forcing parents to shield their babies amid the debris.
Four paving jobs in Canton Ohio were bid with Putnam avenue to receive sheet asphalt from General Asphalt Paving Company of Canton at 922,507.95 dollars. Lexington avenue and Dryden road will get sheet asphalt from Breuter X Sprewer Sons of Chillicothe for 27,508.60 and 8,234.17 dollars. Marble alley will be reinforced concrete laid by Dunzweiler Construction Co. at 32,297.35 dollars. Start work is planned for early April to finish by summer with bids approved by Service Director Tanner and City Engineer Spencer.
Across Illinois Indiana Missouri Kentucky and Tennessee authorities cope with a blowing toll. By Wednesday 650 killed in Illinois 98 in Indiana 24 in Tennessee 25 in Missouri and 22 in Kentucky. Families begin the long task of burial as reconstruction starts and some towns face permanent ruin.
Report from Murphstero March 11 states two alleged looters were jailed after a clash with guards. One was shot in the leg while attempting to steal, sparking community anger and security measures in county jail.
Rescue teams at Bethlehem Mines Corporation Mine Mouth of Mine Number 41 Bar racksville West Virginia report nine bodies recovered this morning from the entombed thirty four workers. The operation continues as authorities tally fatalities and search for remaining victims.
Columbus records a fair but colder night with a colder Sunday ahead in the northeast, as weather officials warn of a chill settling in.
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