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Newspaper
Richmond Daily Register
Location
Richmond, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1920
Page
1
The Tennessee Senate ratified the woman suffrage amendment by a 25 to 4 vote after two hours of debate. The decision, led by Senator Haston, faced questions of constitutional authority and prompted a tumultuous roll call before adjournment. House action is expected Monday.
Governor Bickett spoke in Raleigh urging NC lawmakers to ratify the Susan B Anthony amendment while voicing personal opposition to suffrage he expressed sympathy with 63 legislators who urged Tennessee to block ratification He argued women should decide on the League of Nations covenant as mothers of soldiers and urged acceptance of the situation with grace.
Hughes McCarty of Stanford sold the A. C. Moore farm near Stanford on Goshen pike in three tracts. The 69 acre home place went to R. B. Reynolds of Knox county at 330 per acre. The 98 acre Hamilton place sold to Dan Taylor of Lincoln county at 230 per acre. The 63 acre unimproved tract went to Tom Wilder of Boyle county at 150 per acre. It was one of Lincoln county’s largest sales.
Elizabethtown Kentucky August 14 1915 publisher F L Woodring cites higher cost of print paper and materials and lack of support as reasons for suspending the Vine Grove Sentinel a weekly newspaper in Vine Grove.
Clarke and Young delivered 110 head of 1440 pound cattle to H. S. Caywood at 15 12 cents. Walter Winans, American jockey, died in his saddle as his horse crossed the finish line, securing the win.
Partly cloudy conditions persist across Kentucky with mild temperatures. The extreme western counties will see slightly cooler readings tonight than the rest of the state, and similar trends continue into Sunday.
Hogs 25c higher in Cincinnati and Chicago with steady lambs. Jersey steady and cattle steady. Louisville cattle 100 head slow and unchanged, hogs about 25c higher topping at 15.75, sheep and lambs steady with lambs at 12.00.
Chicago August 14 Ty Cobb Detroit star cracked out 12 hits in six games and raised his AL average to .341 from .322 a week earlier. Babe Ruth leads in runs scored with 120 and in total bases with 295, while Jackson and Sisler top the batting leaders with averages of .392 and .404 respectively. Ruth had 41 home runs through Wednesday's games.
Washington reports the provisional government under President Adolfo de la Huerta vows drastic resistance to any attempt to extradite Francisco Villa over the Columbus raid murder charge. If extradition is sought, Mexico would demand the United States extradite General John J. Pershing.
Mrs Jennie Julian Chinn wife of Dr Geo W Chinn and sister of W A Julian Cincinnati was found dead in her bed in Frankfort Ky She had been seriously ill for weeks Her husband an invalid and her son Julian Chinn survive Her brothers Clarence Julian of Frankfort and Henry Julian of Kansas City also survive and W A Julian is cited.
County School Superintendent B F Edwards is incapacitated for two days after a country schools visit. He suspects a fractured rib but was able to leave bed Saturday and expects to resume work Monday morning.
Boggs school house closed a meeting Wednesday night. Miss Elizabeth Eades teaches 35 students and presided at the organ during revival. She has made many friends in the community. Miss Minnie Shearer entertained friends Saturday evening. John Lewis Coyle is severely ill with spinal meningitis. Henry Jordan of Corbin visited friends here Saturday and Sunday.
The U S Bureau of Crop Estimates released a Kentucky monthly report noting higher corn 96,941,000 bushels, oats 11,615,000, and potatoes 6,355,000 than July 1 estimates. Wheat and tobacco rise or hold steady, with tobacco still subject to weather. Rye and barley fall slightly. fruit and other crops remain strong amid favorable conditions.
Revival services at Speedwell church start Sunday the 15th at 11 o clock led by Dr. EF Mc Dougle. Everyone is cordially invited.
Rev E L Mitchell of Burgin preached to Baptists at Mt Tab or last Sunday. Misses Cawood Carter and Ward returned after a pleasant visit with Misses Marie and Beulah Ledford. Sadie Ralston visits brother James H Ralston in Logan West Virginia. Harry Lee Jr born to Mr and Mrs H L Francis. Estridge family visits London relatives. Mrs T J Underwood and Edna at Williamsburg. Lucy Frances returns from Chautauqua New York. Gladys McWharton of Lexington visiting here. Elder Baugh to assist Christian church in meeting starting August 23.
Two hundred army rifles were unloaded at the federal building in Louisville Kentucky. Internal Revenue officials warned the public that this action could lead to broader fears. The rifles were distributed to guards at distillery warehouses.
C. D. Mullins was arrested on a charge of operating a moonshine still after a Prohibition raid by agent C. L. Winfrey at Crooked Creek near Withers. A complete distillery was destroyed including a 60 gallon still, copper worm, fermenters, beer, and tools. Mullins pleaded guilty and was held to the federal grand jury in London on a $500 bond.
In Laurel county two shooting affrays left one man dead and another critically wounded. Steve Jones allegedly shot William Riley three times at Jones' home. Riley, a 70 year old Civil War veteran, died not yet confirmed. Frank Hale shot his son Tilman Hale during a family quarrel. Hale senior surrendered and awaits bond while Tilman lies in Pennington hospital with poor prospects.
George White, Democratic National Chairman, hailed Tennessee Senate action ratifying the federal suffrage amendment as a victory for the Democratic platform. He called Tennessee the volunteer state and expressed hope the other chamber would enact the pledge to enfranchise women nationwide.
Prosecution witnesses for Constable Andy Poff in the examining trial for the murder of Jasper Kirby at the Berea fair are summoned for Tuesday before County Judge W. K. Price. Poff seeks witnesses for his defense as bond eligibility is debated.
In Flemingsburg Kentucky on August 14 Purnell Hurst was shot through the head with the bullet exiting the left eye Roy Claypool was lightly wounded by a pistol shot and Mrs Newt Hurst was badly battered in a general melee near the Hurst and Claypool homes.
The Richmond Browns travel to Winchester Sunday to face the Hustlers in the first meeting of the season between the two colored teams. A rare showdown draws much local interest as both squads seek a win.
William Felton of Asbury Park New Jersey was arrested and fined ten dollars for playing golf in a bathing suit deemed not large enough for a canary bird by the judge.
Richmond figures prominently in Berea fair awards with best baby girl under eighteen months and numerous premium wins across pies breads jellies cakes and farm stock. The list names Mrs. Clinton Allen J. L. Green and other local names along with Danville Bradshaw Bros. and E. T. Doty for top prizes across three days of judging.
At the East End carnival grounds a confrontation occurred when a white youth named Frank Riddle collided with Minsky Cobb as she sat on a step. Riddle admitted trying to strike her. she armed herself with a stone before witnesses, both sides claimed, and charges were dismissed. City Judge Smith urged stronger police presence on carnival grounds after ongoing disorder.
Farmers report an unusual rabbit population as grain is removed from fields. Doves are set to come under new law, likely boosting hunting license sales. W H Grider oversees game and fish law violations statewide, with many inquiries but no current violations.
The Methodist Church holds its quarterly meeting Sunday at 10 45 with a sermon by Presiding Elder J P Strother followed by communion A union service occurs at 7 45 with Dr Strother preaching the sermon.
Whitesburg Ky August 14 Floyd Wilson and Leonard Sturgill indicted by Letcher county grand jury for the murder of Robert Hubbard at the Cumberland river headwaters near the Virginia border. Wilson jailed. Sturgill at large.
Governor Cox assails Republican leadership as using trickery and a smoke screen against the League of Nations and taps campaign money as he denounces Senate oligarchy. He portrays Democrats as champions of peace, progress, and economic relief, pledging two billion dollars in annual government savings.
Gov. Cox leaves Columbus for first broadside of presidential campaign. He will address the Democratic state convention in Wheeling and a public meeting, denouncing the League of Nations and other main issues.
Boston August 14 Charles Ponzi, jailed on $25,000 bail, faces a rough day as three officers from the rival Old Colony Foreign Exchange Company also remain jailed on $60,000 bonds each. Depositors from both firms swarm the State House, pressing District Attorney for recovery of their funds amid threats.
The August sale at Muncy Bros extends to the next court day due to strong sales. Three big prizes will be drawn Saturday at four o'clock, followed by more announced. Winners announced include Mrs Burgess aluminum teakettle and Mrs Giles Harris canner.
Washington reports Japan sent a lengthy reply to the protest against American occupation of Shanaken Island. The note, received today at the State Department, reportedly covers the entire issue and reflects the Japanese side, while the United States has not yet made its policy known.
The Women Association met with Mrs. R. Keene Arnold at her Versailles home on Thursday to organize a Federated Woman's Club and coordinate local club activities.
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