29 Apr 1919
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Newspaper
Richmond Daily Register
Location
Richmond, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1919
Page
1
Washington officials say a proposal to hold the League of Nations first meeting in Washington this year could lead to President Wilson being asked to become its first president.
The League of Nations covenant was adopted at the peace talks with President Wilson leading the move. Germany’s plenipotentiaries are expected at Versailles to join the existing delegation as Italy plans to present Fiume and Dalmatian claims before its parliament. The executive council will include Belgium, Brazil, Greece, Spain, and the five great powers, per Wilson.
Washington April 29 Senator Lodge floor leader and Senator Curtis republican whip sent telegrams to all Republican Senators asking that public expression on the League of Nations covenant be withheld until Republicans decide on their attitude. A conference is expected but no date is fixed.
President Wilson hosted Baron Makino and Viscount Chinda at the Council of Three meeting in Paris. The talks lasted about an hour and likely covered the Kiao Chau question while a Belgian cabinet committee addressed indemnities.
Federal Judge A M J Cochran admitted bail for three wire tap suspects convicted of attempting to fleece a man out of 25000 at Covington opening federal court. Defendants William Silva Fred Grant and William Connell had bonds totaling 35000. They faced five year sentences and 2000 fines earlier. Bail granted on arrest of judgment and appeal to Cincinnati circuit court. Jury panels filled as grand and petit juries convened. cases against Link Lakes and Col Bracket underway. N C Moss and Smyth case argued.
Tremendous price movement hit the Chicago Board of Trade as provisions holders rushed to unload in a declining market. July corn fell 13 cents from yesterday's quotes while pork dropped about 1.30 dollars per barrel in trading on April 29.
The War Department will issue bronze and silver service buttons to honorably discharged officers and enlisted personnel who were wounded. The Lexington Kentucky army recruiting station at 139 East Main Street will mail the buttons to eligible ex members upon receiving a properly attested discharge certificate or true copy. If no discharge exists for officers, a true copy ordered and attested should be sent. post cards for mailing forms are available.
The Stanford Interior Journal lauds a Easter program at the Christain church led by Miss Cynthia Faris Davison of Richmond who heads Stanford schools music. The choir’s Gloria Path to the Doxology was well rendered and Davison’s solo Christ Is Risen Today impressed listeners amid a beautified church and a congregation joining the church by profession or letter.
Mrs C H Mainhart mourns the death of her mother in Adamstown Maryland after a brief illness a stroke. The deceased was active in the Episcopal church and is survived by her husband three sons and two daughters.
The Madison Auction Sales Company held a successful sale at East End Stock Yards on Saturday the 26th. Items included multiple sows pigs to E J Powers John W Parrish Lee Congleton and others with prices ranging from 19 to 91.50 per head. A second sale is planned for Saturday May 10 with advertisements forthcoming in the Daily Register.
In Linton Indiana martial law was declared after trouble tied to a telephone operators strike. State troops patrol streets with no violence reported since a mob formed after a mass meeting in support of about ten strikers. Governor Goodrich ordered names of involved individuals handed to federal officials.
President Wilson signs off on General Burleson’s recommendation to return telegraph and telephone systems to their owners once a required law is enacted and orders immediate restoration of American cable lines. Burleson aims for cable return by May 10.
Cattle ran 250 head, slow and unchanged, hogs 2000 with a quarter drop, tops at 20.25, sheep 100 steady. Market activity described as active with limited demand and firm undertone across livestock categories.
Thirty churches from Central and Eastern Kentucky gathered at the First Methodist Church South in Lexington on Friday to receive instructions for a campaign to raise 25,000,000 for missions. Rev. W. W. Ball of Maysville presided.
Frankfort April 29 The State Text Book case was appealed today. Circuit Judge Stout had upheld the recent adoption as valid. The docket was advanced for argument on May 25.
London reports former Premier Asquith will likely succeed the Earl of Reading as Ambassador to the United Kingdom according to the Evening Courier. The note mentions a pantry item, Rookwood coffee, and its popularity in Richmond homes sold by D. B. McKinney & Co. A Berea department store sold a Dodge car to Col. W. J. Sparks of Mount Vernon.
A large number of notable lawyers arrived in Richmond for Federal Court proceedings. Among them are Mayor Galvin of Cincinnati Attorney Sam Yates and A B Thomas of Lexington Judge Cochran of Covington B R Jouett of Lexington Thos Slatvery U S District Attorney and Guy Coffman Assistant U S District Attorney.
Publicity Chairman E. W. Glass announced a veteran whip ped tank from the war will arrive in Richmond Wednesday night the 30th. It will spend the night, showcase Friday morning, and travel overland to Irvine. The display promotes the Victory Loan with a large Thursday crowd anticipated. Mrs. Margaret Davis and daughter Alice Katherine Davis visited friends in Richmond.
Washington reports that the Paris peace conference incorporated in the treaty provisions for an eight hour workday a weekly rest day abolition of child labor equal pay for men and women and women's right of association for all lawful purposes.
Dr J W Weber renowned foot specialist with a record in Richmond announces new patient openings for a limited time only. Patients are urged to attend on Thursday May 15 1919 to seek treatment for their feet before slots fill.
S B Rowlett and family express sincere thanks to all for kindness during illness and death of wife and mother and to Dr O Olin Green for comforting words. Also note Maer Realty Company listing 50 000 acres alfalfa and stock farms and ColumboraheMiatoaw dispatch building information.
A terse classified note offers top cash for the right hind or hind parts of fowls, promising the highest price per pound. The terse message targets sellers with fat hens and assures prompt payment on sale.
Classified item seeks a sound safe pony suitable for children. Buyer requests a medium sized pony in good health for riding. Contact details not provided.
Dr O Olin Green chairman of Madison county Jewish Relief drive received a congratulatory letter from State Director Chas W Morris praising the campaign as the most successful in the state. The letter urges collection of pledges in Richmond and sending funds with checks payable to Fred Levy State Chairman.
A community wide appeal urges all residents to attend Sunday School next Sunday May 4 1919. The drive invites every man woman and child to participate with special programs in all schools and emphasizes collective effort to reach a high participation goal.
Madison lodge No. 14 S O O F celebrated the orders centennial with a banquet in Odd Fellows Hall. Judge Charles Hardin of Harrodsburg gave the history talk. S A D Jones served as toastmaster. C C Wallace gave the welcome as about 100 guests and their spouses attended.
The first evening meeting of the Conference for Education will be held tonight at 8 o'clock in the auditorium of the Eastern Kentucky Normal School. Dr. M. B. Adams of Georgetown College and Superintendent W. O. Gilbert will speak on church college democracy and extension education for rural schools. Miss Miriam Noland and Supt. J. W. Ire land will sing at the opening. public invited.
By order of the County Board of Education sealed bids are invited until noon May 10 1919 for a one room schoolhouse at Log Cabin. Bond with bid required. Right to accept or reject bids reserved. Plans available at the Superintendent's office in the courthouse. Bids also sought for a two room school building at Speedwell and two extra rooms for the Newby high school with plans at the county superintendent's office.
The Vaughan land part of Col. S. Owens farm near McKinney in Lincoln County offered by Col. G. B. Swinebroad was withdrawn at $131.25 per acre.
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