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Newspaper

Hartford Republican

Location

Hartford, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1917

Page

4

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.

Hartford Republican

Primary Nomination Papers Due Before July Fourth

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.

Expenditure Figures Show UK War Costs Rising

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.

London Andrew Bonar-Law House of Commons Waulont

Opening weeks show government able to meet wartime pledges

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.

America

Americans Military Command Questioned in Commons

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.

London Joseph King North Somerset House of Commons Western Front Haig Henry William Forster King Mr. Forster

Loans to Allies Cross Billion Dollar Mark

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.

Washington Treasury Great Britain France

Kaiser Urges Bulgaria to Break With United States

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.

Copenhagen Germany Bulgaria United States Saloniki

Surprise Birthday Dinner for Mr. Leach

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

G. W. Leach Leach Nelson Jarnagin John Brackin Abe Frizzell Slade Taylor Loyd Hocker Jackson Mefford Jim Burgess Grover Burgess Walter George McMillan Curtis Raley Edward Joe W. H. Barnes Ruth Daniel Dewey Liter John Cooper Gusta Dudley Plummer Andrew Mefford Latney Audra P. A. Swain Perla Gentry Mary Ellen Taylor Ollie Taylor Liza Swain Anise Casebier Mae Marion June William Maurice Royt Swain Roy’ Morton Wendel Moore Argle Leach George Shepherd Vambray W Robert Burgess Orlie Jarnigan Byron Taylor Eva Zoey Mattie Nanney Clifford Doll Arbuckle Hoover Freddie Erna Johnson Wilbur Laura Leach Lena French Onlee Brackin

Death of Peter T. Parks Ends Era of Local Pioneer

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.

Peter T. Parks W. Q Parks Beda Teesday Mr. Parks W. Napier R. D. Bennett Beulah Church Parks Waele Peter Three Sone W. Q. Joseph Albert Parke

Olympia Grounded In Blustery Block Island Passage

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.

Block Island R. 1 United States Olympia Dewey Manila William M. Babb Second Naval District Babb Jeer Babb Reading Washington Navy Department Cerberus Shoal Block Island Sound

Beaver Dam Deposit Bank Report June 20 1917

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

Beaver Dam Ohio Kentucky

Bank officials attest to state statement in 1917 Kentucky record

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.

County of Ohio P. Barnard John H. Barnes MO. H. Barnes Frank Barnes Centertown Belle Condit Harve Henderson Ashby

Draft by number to govern national conscription

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.

Washington Wilson Irene

Market Prices for Hogs Lambs and Cattle in Louisville

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.

Louisville

Germans threaten deportation of Belgians to Rumania

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.

Havre Mona Rumania Germany France

United States Flying Corps Arrives in England in Civil Attire

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.

U. 8 London United States Fying Corps England

Dr Bells Pine Tar Honey Cough Syrup Notice

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.

Greece to Aid Allies in War Effort Amid Cabinet Formations

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.

Entente Greece Ventzelon Athens Alexander Hav Grenee M. Veniaelos Mapathes Amvlst London the Times M. Venizelos Reuter

War as An Antidote To Free Trade

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.

Weolworth Germany Austria America New York Daily News Record

Appraisal trip for farms via Hartford National Farm Loan Assoc

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.

Actice Hartford National Farm Loan Association Sec Trvas Dowell A. Fogle

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