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Newspaper
Hartford Republican
Location
Hartford, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1920
Page
2
W.'s TENELAY editor and business manager notice of paper mailing details in Hartford Kentucky. Readers are instructed to address communications to The Hartford Republican, with address change requirements. Rates: business locals 100 per line, 8¢ per extra insertion. Obituaries resolutions and cards of thanks billed by word, 6¢ per headline and signature, money in advance. Church notices free. anonymous submissions not accepted.
The piece questions the Back to the Farm plan and political moves while urging a Republican vote if Cabinet selection stalls. It endorses Chicago authorities vacancies for cops and praises a ten cent coal price as a cost cut, warning of an impending crash if margins stay high.
An article advocates individual conscience over strict Old Blue Law enforcement, arguing no law can force religious observance. It emphasizes Sabbath remembrance and love for neighbors while criticizing compulsory outward displays and punitive measures for noncompliance.
A historical text argues that enforcing a single religious observance through law would violate personal freedom. It emphasizes that individuals should worship or abstain by conscience, and rejects coercive legislation to bridge divides. The piece defends free speech and actions as long as no harm comes to others.
Miss Elizabeth Moore will entertain her Sunday School Class of the Methodist Church at her Union Street home tonight from 8 to 12. The class comprises fourteen members described as large boys or young men, each bringing a guest for a hoped attendance of 28, with about half expected to be young ladies.
The Beaver Dam High School seniors presented The Rescue of Prince Hal last Friday evening to a large audience. Each performer suited to their part and did splendidly. Erwin Casebier as Prince Hal drew praise for his performance. The popularity contest awarded a diamond ring to Miss Rose Austin.
Mrs E Calvert closed her fourth straight Stony Point school last Friday as patrons gathered with baskets for a general spread of food. Pupils and community enjoyed recitations declamations and speeches. Mrs Calvert received many valued presents in a warm sendoff.
An old advertisement promises relief for indigestion by eating in moderation and chewing food well. It urges five hour gaps between meals and taking Chamberlain's Tablets after supper to make meals a real pleasure.
Hartford resolves to run the Graded and High school for the full nine months despite a reduced treasury from a court decision. Patrons and friends met at the Courthouse last Tuesday and the Board of Education acted to ensure the original nine month term proceeds.
A one pound baby with a sturdy health indication is named Me and Mee Wy B Prattt of Abilene. The child is kept wrapped in cotton and nourished regularly, evidence of robust vitality for the size.
A column fragment blends humorous local banter about Ed Barres and Len lights, a grapevine tip from Tom Stevens, a late office misadventure with a possum dinner, and a sales pitch for Ballard's Horehound Syrup plus a chest plaster from Ohio County Drug Co.
Judge F D Simpson of the Kentucky Court of Appeals arranges for every school room in Kentucky to receive a life size Roosevelt portrait free. The portrait bears Roosevelt's last message on Americanism. Schools must arrange framing and ceremonies, with teachers and parents involved. The American Defense Society provides the pictures at no cost, with county superintendents coordinating the order.
Local floor hosts a string of high school games with Beaver Dam players Bender, K Barnes, Ray, Robertson and Crowe leading wins. Hartford loses to Hawesville and Greenville Legioners, while Hartford Kittens push Caneyville hard. article notes future Western Kentucky matchups and aging facilities. A testimonial for Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is included.
Bowling Green residents Troy Profit and Ray Cornell visited relatives in Masonville while Zelpha Whobroy from Rock Port visited friends nearby. Alma Baughn and Kronos visitor Thomas Smith also appear in the notes. An advertisement touts HERLINE as a quick remedy for heartburn and indigestion, promised to ease pain and restore vigor, priced at 60 cents through Ohio County Drug Co.
Legions departments draft bills on uniforms and emblem use while proposing a $15 monthly veteran service bonus and boxing legalization. States push bounties for discharges, Armistice Day holiday, and memorial use of the Arkansas capitol. Posts total near 10,000 with new units added weekly. World War activity volumes arrive from American Legion Weekly forming a war library at National Headquarters.
Last day to obtain dog and automobile licenses as required by law. Renewals must be completed by January 1 to avoid penalties.
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