Hartford Republican Editorial Address Note
The Hartford Republican header indicates the editor and business manager Tinsley, directing readers to address all communications to the newspaper.
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Newspaper
Hartford Republican
Location
Hartford, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1917
Page
4
The Hartford Republican header indicates the editor and business manager Tinsley, directing readers to address all communications to the newspaper.
A reader argues candidates must file nomination papers by July 4, the next Wednesday, or face disqualification for the upcoming Primary. The piece criticizes unwise campaign tactics and asserts patriotic duty to the United States, urging fair criticism without unmilitary slander.
London June 26 The detailed daily expenditures from October to December last reach a daily average of 6,616,000 for the nine weeks. For April 1 to May 5 1917 the average was 2,971,000 and for May 6 to June 9 it was 7,532,000. Over ten weeks from April 1 to June 9 the average is 7,752,000 with identified war costs including army service, war advances and temporary curbs amid forecast excess.
The statement notes the government remained capable in early year to fulfill commitments made before America entered the war. It adds that benefits of America's entry are now being felt, highlighting the shifted wartime role and impact.
London June 26 reporting in the House of Commons Jo seph King asked if American soldiers on the western front are under French Haig or American command. Henry William Forster answered the American government will announce their force disposal when opportune and declined to say further.
Washington reports that American loans to the Allies topped one billion dollars as the Treasury added 15 million to Britain and 10 million to France. Total Allied credits now stand at 1,068,000,000 with Britain receiving 550,000,000 and France 210,000,000.
Copenhagen reports Germany is pressuring Bulgaria to sever relations with the United States. Bulgarian official and public opinion oppose a rupture. a U.S. troop appearance in Saloniki could shift sentiment in favor of breaking ties.
On June 29 friends neighbors and relatives gathered at Mr. and Mrs. G W Leach home for his 70th birthday. Many named attendees joined in the surprise event and the note wishes Mr Leach many happy returns of the day. One present
Peter T. Parks aged seven years six months died at his son W. Q Parks home in Be da Teesday at noon. Funeral was held at the residence with Rev. W Napier and Rev. R. D. Bennett officiating. Interment followed at Beulah Church burial grounds. Parks was noted for a herbal remedy formula for tubercular troubles and was respected as a leading resident. He is survived by three sons W. Q Joseph and Albert Parke and other relatives.
The United States cruiser Olympia Admiral Dewey’s flagship at Manila ran aground in foggy Block Island Sound. One crewman died from a falling hatch. Resting in shoal water with no immediate danger, the ship was being assisted as the Navy reports indicate the vessel struck south of Cerberus shoal during target practice.
Report of the condition of Beaver Dam Deposit Bank at Beaver Dam Kentucky for the close of business June 20 1917. Resources include Loans and Discounts 295827.43 Overs drafts 105.65 Stocks and bonds 36175.00 Due from banks 4750.00 Cash on hand 18500.63 Banking house furniture and fixtures 1400.00 Total resources 4095?6.31 Liabilities include Capital stock 25000 Surplus fund 92000 Undivided profits etc 2127.46 Deposits subject to check 106440.50 Time deposits 172007.35 Total liabilities 409096.34
A Kentucky document shows P. Barnard and M. O. Barnes signing and swearing to a bank statement on June 28 1917 with notary Frank Barnes noting the commission expiration January 18 1920. The entry also mentions Centertown and a social scene as Belle Condit visits Harve Ashby. Local obituary notes the death of Mr Henderson Ashby.
Washington reports that a forthcoming regulation will draft the 10,000,000 registrants by numbered sequence. The government will handle drafting in Washington with numbers sent to home districts for telegraphic updates. Exemptions will shift in order, and about 625,000 will be assembled initially with more called as need grows, aiming to train by September.
Latest markets show best hogs at 15.15 and roughs at 14.05 and down. Best lambs at 18 with lowest at 13.00. Fat sheep at 9.25, cattle ranges include prime heavies 10.00 to 11.00, meris 8.00 to 9.00, heifers 7.00 to 16.75, fat cows 7.50 to 2.00, bulls 6.00 to 8.75. Poultry prices list hens 18.44 cents, young chickens 26 to 30, old roosters 12, turkeys 16, ducks 17, egg count 25 cents, candles 28 cents. Above are Louisville quotations.
Havre claims Belgians in German occupied districts fear forced removal to Rumania soon based on devices received by the Belgian Government. Officials say Germans merely cavill and misuse words about deportations to Germany having ceased, while deportations to Northern France for road, railroad, and fortification work continue.
A small U S flying corps contingent reached London wearing civilian clothes and blue silk armbands with white letters UB Flying as they arrived in England yesterday.
An old style health ad touts Dr Bell's Pine Tar Honey for children's coughs. It claims soothing pine balm loosens phlegm dries irritation and speeds relief with druggist purchase suggested for immediate treatment.
Dispatches report Greece moving toward joining the Allies. Venizelos expected to form a cabinet by Wednesday and present parliamentary plans to enter the conflict, with a three month timeline to mobilize forces. Athens unrest noted as reactionary elements clash in the capital.
A New York Daily News Record item argues that World War I reduces foreign imports, shifting production to the United States. It notes cotton goods and German Austrian imports now made in America, including crockery, ware, and toys, boosting American employment and protecting domestic labor and industry.
The Loan Committee will begin the next appraisal of farms for loans through the Hartford National Farm Loan Association on Monday, July 16. Farmers wishing to be appraised must have their applications properly filled out sworn to and filed with the Secretary-Treasurer by then. Application blanks are available free from Secretary-Treasurer Me Dowell A. Fogle.
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