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Newspaper
Hartford Republican
Location
Hartford, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1918
Page
8
A controversial Stray Streaks column incites heated exchange among readers and editors. The piece mocks critics, touches on race with offensive language, and culminates in a chaotic feud between contributors over popularity, before the dispute allegedly ends.
Sulphur Springs report notes corn planting stalled by wire worms while wheat harvest ends and clover cutting starts. Women workers in fields seen as future helpers, and returning soldiers from France may seek wives who aided the war effort. Editor quips about inability to know all. Mrs. A A Murphy and three children visit from Illinois. Mr. Murphy may relocate if prospects improve. many locals not content away from Ohio county.
A fragmentary column mixes political jabs about war with Turkey and Taft era politics, local gossip, and ads. It notes Pa-in-law nominated for a third term, mentions Hartford residents aged 93 to 101, a neighbor’s house sale, and a bottle-collecting quip about Old Joe Taylor whisky. Also includes an offer for false teeth and jewelry buyback.
Rev Moore filled his appointment here Saturday and Sunday. Families from Graham visited relatives here last week. Local residents and visitors are noted, including deaths and institutional movements. A man from Hopkinsville died by hanging after being sent to the asylum. Sanol advertises a kidney and bladder remedy with claims of quick relief and drugstore availability.
Private Cecil Rhoades of the artillery division at Wentpoint married Miss Jane Farmer by Judge Cook on Monday. They left for Went Point at once where he will be stationed until transfer. Rhoades is one of three sons of Ray and Butler Rhoades who entered military service in the spring.
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