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Newspaper
Hartford Republican
Location
Hartford, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1919
Page
4
Entered according to law at the Postoffice Hartford Ky is mail waiter of the second class Subscribers must give old address when requesting a change Notices list rates for business locals obituaries resolutions and cards of thanks church notices are free ads priced per line for other notices payments in advance avoided by anonymous communications receive attention
We are authorized to announce Mason for Representative of Ohio county subject to the Republican primary on August 2, 1919. George Baker of Muhlenburg seeks State Senator in the 7th District comprising Muhlenburg Butler and Ohio counties. Dr T G Turner of Muhlenburg also seeks State Senate in the 7th District subject to the August primary.
On the final grace day, Thursday of last week, Germany offered peace terms to the Allies, prompting questions about the Allies’ next moves and potential responses under the tense wartime diplomacy.
The Hartford Herald denounces the Republican party for including an anti-lynching plank in its platform, noting the party’s past defense of lynching just months earlier and framing the stance as inconsistent with constitutional rights.
Continued rains prompt farmers to consider starting short season crops to speed the growing cycle. The writer notes not as an expert but suggests acting on the planting of quick growing varieties irrespective of ongoing rainfall.
A June 2 wave of hazardous device incidents across multiple cities prompts calls for firm action. Authorities urge a heavy, rapid response to identify and prosecute the perpetrators and restore public safety.
The Supreme Court upholds the Postmaster General Burleson's raise of intrastate telegraph and telephone rates. The decision ends a long standing doctrine that the state regulates its internal affairs and asserts the federal government must respect this shift in authority.
The district notes Marion county as the latest addition to the twenty cent road tax column while Ohio county's run progresses. Road agitation prompts many voters who opposed the tax before to reconsider, with numerous requests to extend the question. The August primary looms as figures debate governor plans and financial support for road projects.
The Pre Service Company of New York engages in inquiries related to UALR. The report mentions individuals Dankers and bucowe in connection with the matter, but details are fragmentary and the context remains unclear.
The piece critiques a Goebel statue at the Franklin Capitol, arguing it memorializes a dark period in Kentucky history. It notes public sentiment on government railroads and quotes Mr McAdoo and presidential approval while calling the statue a reminder of 1899.
A pretone era turn: after two thirds of states ratify the federal suffrage amendment, women will vote, marching with men at polling booths. The piece argues delivering from bondage will save the country and reflects on biblical history and primitive ages.
Six months after the armistice the Allies gave Germany a definite peace acceptance date. Germany sought extensions, offered counter proposals, and delays continued to June 25. The piece argues peace must be just and enduring, urging responsible negotiators to insist on fair terms and timely acceptance.
A historical cash price list offers scarce details on low delivery plans. Items include 48 pounds best flour for 3.10 dollars, 24 pounds flour 1.55, 1 bushel meal 2.20, 10 pounds best sugar 1.10, 5 cans best corn 1.60, 6 cane good corn 1.00, galvanized tubs 0.95 to 1.50, five to broom 0.80, rolled oats 1.40, syrups 0.90 and 0.41, matches 0.04, roofing 3.00, collar paté unknown. All other goods at similar low prices.
A rambling column blends humorous complaints about garden pests and weeds with social commentary on dress and manners. It recalls community tempers, a tale of a man at a meeting, and a joke about ginger ale from Hartford, ending with a sharp jab at a local figure.
For sale a large chestnut sorrel mare seven years old sixteen hands high excellent for buggy driving gentle for children to drive. Will work anywhere and is a good brood mare in prime condition. Contact E. B. Mason Huferd Ky.
Two good farms of 70 acres each feature solid dwellings barns and necessary structures. Each property has orchards and reliable water on a rural sale route. For details write to 4116 Hartford Republican.
Officials from Louisville to Henderson and parallel groups for Bowling Green to Owensboro Federal aid road plan meetings are slated for June 11 in Owensboro. The outcome may decide which counties gain improved highways and how routes are funded, with Hancock and Ohio counties vying for favorable placements.
A scanned fragment describes a Sunday school event with various names and dates. It references a school run by a superintendent, mentions a pumpkin event, and lists individuals including Arthur Davin and Alva Kirk with a Wednesday Hartford gathering. The legible items are scattered and appear to be community notices and program notes.
Beginning June 1 the business will operate strictly cash and discontinue delivery to reduce costs. This change aims to offer better prices. Located at the old A. D. White stand. Call on The Republican for Pine Job Printing.
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