Gov Black Faces Call for Early Key Appointments and Cleanhouse
The letter argues that upon July 1 Governor Black will implement agreements from the last Legislature on forthcoming appointments. It warns that bold early actions are needed to secure Democratic renomination and avoid losing support from friends. It urges reappointing or reshaping the State Tax Commission and trimming perceived abuses, demanding a statewide housecleaning and reform.
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Thos. B. Cromwell
The
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Ringo
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Greene
Hank Hines
Kentucky
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Stamping Out Illiteracy in the Draft Age
The draft shows 24.6 percent illiterate among those 24 and under, about one in four. In France, about 210000 in the army schools include 130000 in elementary classes with 50000 in higher levels. Secretary Lane proposed compulsory English and civics for under 24, but the bill stalled. public demand may revive it.
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France
Lane
Lanes
Congress
Remark on Women and Humor Sparks Discussion
A short commentary notes that women often lack humor yet enjoy being the subject of jokes. The remark reflects social stereotypes and prompts debate on gender and wit.
Howard's Mill Community Notes
Rev J W Black of Morehead filled the Baptist pulpit on Sunday in large services. One baptism and church addition planned for next Sunday evening May 25. Ed Brambler of Lexington visited Prosui. Writer sold cow and calf for 150 dollars to Mrs Pierce Stevenson of Winchester. Col George Steel suffered a finger injury at the pumping station last week. Mary Caudill of Morehead visiting relatives. Wm Triplett preached at Salt Lick. Mrs L M Kash of Salt Lick visiting here.
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Ike Manley
J. W. Black
Morehead
Baptist Church
Ed. Brambler
Lexington
Pierce Stevenson
Winchester
Frank Thomas
Sideview
John Caustigan
George Steel
Mary Caudill
Wm. Triplett
Salt Lick
L. M. Kash
Presbyterians Consider Women Ministers Equality Move
Over tions to grant women full equality in church affairs including rights to become ministers and elders were presented to the 131st General Assembly in St Louis Missouri. The report also urges all Presbyterian churches to use paid newspaper advertising to advance the cause of Christ globally.
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One Hundred and Thirty-First General Assembly of the
Presbyterian Church
United States of America
St. Louis
Department of Information
Young Couple Wed in Saturday Ceremony
Mr Allie Brooks Payne and Miss Lida Belle Skidmore united in marriage Saturday. The couple are prominent young residents with wide circles of friends across the county.
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Allie Brooks Payne
Lida Belle Skidmore
Local Building activity noted in Bigstaff and Johnson additions
Builders N H Trimble Elizabeth Wyatt and B J McDonald have begun two story and bungalow projects respectively in Bigstaff and North Sycamore and West High areas. W T Fitzpatrick remodels a recent purchase. L & Howard and W W Ginn obtain permits for Johnson addition homes. Mt Sterling Green house addition started. Hospital addition planned. Jackson D Storer begins farm home on Camargo pike. G C Anderson and wife plan a handsome farm home on Fogg pike.
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Bigstaff
New City Hospital
Elizabeth Wyatt
North
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B. J. McDonald
West High Street
W. T. Fitzpatrick
H. B. Turner
L. & Howard
W W. Ginn
Johnson Addition
Mt. Sterling
Hospital
Jackson D.storer
Camargo Pike
G. C. Anderson
Fogg Pike
Wilson Declines Run for Kentucky Governor Nomination
Colonel Samuel M. Wilson announced to the Democratic Club of the University of Kentucky that he will not seek the Democratic nomination for governor. His decision followed prior boom talks and a late meeting with supporters, surprising many in state Democratic circles.
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Democratic Club
University of Kentucky
Colonel Wilson
France
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Colored notes on pledges for training school fund
Mrs. G W Adams joined fifteen pledgees to raise 100 dollars for a County Training School for colored people. Names include John Wilkes Lewis Kelly and K Morton Kelly, with 50 10 and 5 dollar gifts. Funds turned to Miss Georgie V Sledd, the first hundred dollars reported. Citizens urged to raise two thousand dollars apportioned to colored people.
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Sa John Wilkes
Lewis Kelly
K. Morton Kelly
Georgie V. Sledd
Adams
Show horse prospect Mr Tom 8S Wren sales half interest
Mr Tom 8S Wren sells a half interest in the five year old gelding by Old Bourbon Chief to Mr Henry 8 Gaywood of North Middletown. The horse is a big handsome sorrel with a fine head and tail and should develop into an extra fine show horse under proper handling. Price paid for the half interest was private but described as good.
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Tom
Wren
Henry
Gaywood
North Middletown
Woman Refuses Down Town Plan After Going Upstairs
A humorous note observes a woman choosing to go upstairs to prepare herself rather than venture into town, playfully reversing expected steps and highlighting vanity in daily routines.
Womanless Wedding staged by Mississippi entertainer
Miss Clementine Miller of Mississippi visited last week to arrange her production of The Womanless Wedding with a city club. Local talent will perform in what is described as a laughable little play. New tomatoes, potatoes and cucumbers are available at Vanarsdell's.
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Vanarsdell’s
Storm Causes Widespread Electrical Damage
An electric storm Monday night burnt out many transformer fuses and damaged numerous street lamps. Manager Blevins ordered workers to repair the damage early this morning.
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Blevins
Preaching at Somerset by Rev Archie Bedford
Reverend Archie Bedford of Lexington preached at Somerset church replacing regular pastor Dr Fortune who led services at the Ben Ali theater in Lexington. Advocate for printing.
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Archie Bedford
Lexington
Somerset Church
Fortune
Ben Ali Theater
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