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Newspaper
Richmond Daily Register
Location
Richmond, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1920
Page
4
Joseph W. Gannon argues newspapers fix daily habit and ad reach in Royal Baking Powder campaigns. Mme. Marie de Victoria, once tied to the Kaiser's spy network, is reported dead at her New York home.
A large turnout is expected at a Richmond tobacco growers meeting called by Sam Amster of Red House. The 10 o clock gathering at the courthouse will discuss crop concerns for next year and delegate selection for Lexington on the 18th. Madison County expects strong participation as speakers address cutting the 1921 crop.
Young Americans through the Junior Red Cross fund and run orphanages and schools across Europe. They have established homes in France and Belgium, sent thousands of children to schools abroad, and funded meals and education for many more, totaling around a million dollars raised.
The American Red Cross has sent six million dollars in food clothing and medical supplies to Balkan states since relief began in Central Europe. The effort built hospitals orphanages and mobile units while delivering farming implements. By year end agencies will withdraw as locals assume self support.
Polish Minister Luhormirsky appeals for American assistance to replenish Poland’s depleted supplies and recruit men among Polish residents and World War I veterans. The request has been referred to Secretary Colby with multiple consultations. If approved, it may set a world war precedent.
An advertisement claims a widow recovered from typhoid related stomach and liver trouble after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for three months. The simple preparation allegedly removes mucus and inflammation in the intestinal tract and is offered with a money back guarantee. Distributed by H. L. Perry & Son and druggists.
Government reports relayed by the Red Cross and Richmond universities describe a large response by ex service men seeking free school privileges. Officials say Eastern Normal College could host at least 100 men if sleeping quarters are found, as Home Red Cross Secretary Stone Norman canvasses to report to Washington.
In Paducah on August 13 a one year old child of E. E. Olds at Mayfield died after drinking kerosene from a soda bottle believed to be soda. The tragedy occurred at the parents home.
A woman physician asserts eugenics as a future factor for the race and notes many American girls are unfit for motherhood. She suggests Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound may restore health to girls transitioning to womanhood, easing related ills.
An advertisement urges mothers to look for the word California on the bottle to ensure their child uses the best and harmless laxative. It touts the fruity taste and full directions on each bottle, stressing the name California as a mark of authenticity.
Russian Soviet forces push toward Warsaw reaching 25 miles from the city as siege is declared by the military governor. Hand to hand fighting reported while Poles fiercely defend positions and reportedly drive Bolsheviks from four southern sections.
Local advertisement touts Rookwood coffee as the best and offers other grades for every purse. Dr. B. McKinney and Company invites customers to buy now at their address 167 tf.
Lexington Kentucky August 13 Dr W B Valleau tobacco expert at the Kentucky experiment station says recent heavy rains across the burley district have enlarged spots on leaves and increased damage to the burley crop. While rains speeded stalk growth they worsen leaf injury, raising fear of further losses as rust and rot linger.
A short note advises that irritability stems from indigestion and constipation. It promotes Chamberlain's Tablets as a remedy to strengthen the stomach and restore natural bowel movements, suggesting better temperament with proper digestion.
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