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Richmond Daily Register

Location

Richmond, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Aug 17, 1920

Page

4

Diamond Dyes Mentioned for Proper Dyeing Instructions

The notice urges using Diamond Dyes and following directions in every package. It emphasizes not streaking or damaging fabric and insists on the exact brand name Diamond Dyes for proper results.

Lemon Bleach Recipe for Clear Skin Promoted

An old beauty advertisement touts a lemon juice lotion mixed with Orchard White to whiten skin and remove freckles sunburn and tan. It claims stage stars use the lemon treatment for a rosy white complexion and urges daily massaging of face neck arms and hands for visible results.

Genuine Case of Flu Reverted by Physician

County school superintendent B F Edwards contracted a genuine case of influenza in summer, first in the city, according to the attending physician. Edwards had been indisposed, mistaking his illness for a slight injury from a hurried step from his automobile before a doctor was summoned.

B. F. Edwards Edwards

Harrodsburg Businessman James Gilliam Dies by Self-Inflicted Gunshot

James W. Gilliam, 47, a Harrodsburg businessman, died by self-inflicted gunshot to the head. Authorities reported suicide as the cause of death in the incident.

James W. Gilliam Harrodsburg

Coon Dog Contests Stir Kentucky Rivers Edge

Graham Springs proprietor B Casey Allin boasts the region’s best coon dog while ex Sheriff John Morgan counters with a rival, as hunters anticipate the October season opening. Heavily tracked by Morgan and Allin, deep interest grows for major contests along Salt and Chaplin rivers and Deep Creek.

B. Casey Allin Graham Springs Central Kentucky Reynard John Morgan Mr. Allin Salt Chaplin Deep Creek Messrs. Morgan Allin

Lexington and Frankfort businessmen buy Haranza houseboat

A party of Lexington and Frankfort business men including Rex G. Carpenter R. E. Shatford Frank Justice Robert Estill and George Patrick Calhoun with Jr Harvey Myers and wife of Covington purchase the Luxuriously appointed houseboat The Haranza on the Kentucky river near Tyrone. They plan to convert it into a club house for recreation and pleasure of themselves and friends.

Lexington Frankfort Rex G. Carpenter R. E. Shatford Frank Justice Robert Estill George Patrick Calhoun Jr. Harvey Myers Covington Haranza Kentucky River Tyrone

Mount Pursival Recovery After Shootout Near Alcorn Home

Mount Pursival, gravely wounded in a gun battle with Thomas Alcorn near Alcorn's home, has improved enough to leave hospital soon. Alcorn remains free on $500 bond after claiming self defense as Pursival arrived and reportedly drew a pistol. Extraordinary surgeries at Berea hospital are believed to have saved Pursival's life.

Purcival Thomas Alcorn Berea Alcorn Bond

Leg damages sought in rail accident suit

Henderson Kentucky August 17 Lake S Raikes former L N brake man sues the Director General of Railroads for 56000 damages after losing both legs when struck by an Illinois Central freight train at Union Station in February This is the largest damages claim ever filed in the circuit court here.

Henderson Lake S. Raikes Director General of Railroads Illinois Central Union Station

County Clerks to Meet in Paducah Next Week

McCracken county officials finalize plans for the annual state convention of county and circuit court clerks to be held in Paducah. It is expected that 100 or more clerks will attend.

McCracken Paducah

Richard P Hobson Dies at 50 Today

Richard P Hobson, Spanish American War veteran and former Alabama congressman, died at age 50 today. He served as a public official in Alabama and was active in veteran affairs.

Richard P. Hobson Alabama

Evangelist DeGarmo Opens City Revival at Calvary Baptist

Evangelist DeGarmo from Blue Mountain Miss and singer Elsey from Lexington arrived in Richmond and began daily services at Calvary Baptist Church. The 7:30 p m meetings drew good attendance with Miss Hall on organ. DeGarmo preached on revival of true religion and grace with emphasis on prayer and home life. Elsey plans two choirs and invites city singers to join.

Evangelist DeGarmo Blue Mountain Mr. Elsey Lexington Richmond Calvary Baptist Church Miss Hall Elsey DeGarmo

Swift's Produce Review for Week Sees Chicken Supply Push Decline

Weekly market notes show more young chickens coming to market but overall fowl supply remains ample, driving lower live prices. Fresh egg receipts run about normal while good eggs command slightly higher prices. Butter production stays above a year ago with sizable storage stocks and no major price shifts.

Middlesboro Sees 10.1 Percent Population Rise

Washington reports Middlesboro Kentucky has 8041 residents in the latest census, up from 7035 in 1910, a gain of 10.1 percent.

Middlesboro Washington

Five Die in Belfast Clash Over Airplane Possession

Five men were killed in Belfast Ireland in a dispute over control of an airplane. Police reported the deaths as a violent confrontation tied to property and aircraft ownership.

Belfast Ireland

Newby Farmers Win Hail Insurance Settlement

E C and J Q Million of Newby receive 11.12 per acre from a hail insurance payout after a light hail event. R M Newland, an adjuster from Stanford, visited and deemed the settlement satisfactory. He notes Madison County tobacco growers fared better than others in the burley areas, while Kern brothers in Perryville suffered 103.56 per acre on 10 acres. Newland reports heavy losses across corn and tobacco in Garrard County’s northern section and dined with Mr and Mrs John Arnold in Richmond.

E. C J. Q Newby Insurance Company R. M. Newland Stanford Daily Register Madison County Burley Perryville Boyle County Messrs. Wm Rufus Kern Newland Garrard County

Roosters' Crowing Disturbs Covington Resident

A Covington woman on Washington Street telephoned Captain Ed Reimeyer at police headquarters and complained she cannot sleep due to 25 roosters crowing through the night. One rooster reportedly cries like a baby, alarming residents in the area.

Covington, Ky Covington Ed Reimeyer Washington Street

Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy Praised by Dupuyer Hotel Man

Four years ago I used Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy with such wonderful results that I have since recommend it. In my experience the remedy acts quickly, relieves cramps, and restores comfort, making it a trusted household medicine.

Chamberlain F. H. Dear Dupuyer, Mont

Mrs Shaw's East Side Eatery Offers Classic Ham Sandwiches

Local restaurant on the east side near the L. and N. depot serves good hom sandwiches and first class meals. The note mentions 172 EOD 101 as part of the listing or address cue.

Explosions Decrease At County Rock Quarry

Explosions at the county rock quarry have lessened and residents near the site are glad. Charles Thompson, who handles the dynamite, says there has been no major damage despite several complaints. The quarry is not to be used as a public highway.

Charles Thompson

Madison County Peach Crop Grows Strong Across County

Reports from across Madison County indicate a bumper peach crop this season. The favored fruit variety is thriving and progressing to a wonderful degree with many trees bearing heavily enough to require branch supports.

Madison County

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Harrodsburg Herald Mount Pursival Danville, Ky L. H. Brown Danville Lebanon Pike M. T. Minor Kentucky H. A. Hudson James Bean Brown Danville, Kentucky Silvertown Goodrich Richmond Motor Company Swift’s Produce Review John A. Keller CO Phoenix Hotel H. L. Perry & Son J. W. Crooke Citizens National Bank Richmond, Kentucky
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