Dividends Show Tobacco Firms Prosper Amid Prices Debate
John W. Newman of the Burley Tobacco Growers’ Association says recent stock dividends by major tobacco firms indicate manufacturers can pay 1920 crop prices that yield cost plus profit. Growers threaten to curtail 1921 acreage if prices fail to cover production costs. market opens January 3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John W. Newman
Burley
Newman
Green River
Hardin County
Daviees County
H. I.’. Bryant
Charleston
W. Va
United States
Kentucky
West Virginia
R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company
American Tobacco Company
Burley Tobacco Growers’ Association
Samson
Acreage Devoted to This Crop in 1921 Examined
A historical note calls for determining the acreage devoted to a specified crop during 1921. The source fragment mentions land use figures tied to farming practices and crop expansion in that year, inviting precise acreage calculations from archival data.
Kentucky Weather Outlook for Weekend
Fair tonight in Kentucky with increasing cloudiness by Sunday. Temperatures show little change as the weekend continues.
Week's Weather Forecast for Ohio Valley
The Associated Press reports a generally fair and cold week for the Ohio Valley with possible snow or rain on Tuesday and Wednesday.
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Washington
Ohio Valley
Taking New Genius of Kentucky Weed
The monthly Kentucky crop report is delayed due to a re census of the tobacco crop. Officials plan to mail the revised report early next week after the census initiated by growers complaints that the November estimate overstated the crop size. Federal and state agricultural officials have conducted the count in recent days.
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Associated Tress
Frankfort
Kentucky
Office of
Commissioner of Agriculture, Labor and Statistics
W. C. Hanna
State Board of Agriculture
H. C. Bryant
Charleston
W. Va
Local Visitors and Family News from Cattonburg
Cattonburg social notes list guests and visits including Pearl Rhodus Mary Williams Sylvia Campbell Myrtl e Taylor and others. Household delegations feature Berry Tudor Ed Tudor and families Burdette Daily John Coffey Green Parsons Moberly Rob inson and Daily households with illnesses births and upcoming church events at Gilead.
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Pearl Rhodus
Mary Williams
Bert Whitaker
Sylvia
Margaret Campbell
Myrtle
Willie Taylor
Hubert Hamm
Burdette
Berry Tudor
Ed Tudor
John Coffey
Clara
Iva Lee Parrish
Josephine
Ova J. Taylor
Burton Sanders
Wm. Taylor
B. H. Campbell
Boss Robinson
Green Parsons
P. C. Moberly
Richmond
Thelma Robinson
Letcher Rogers
Hubble
Elbert Murphy
Bessie Prewitt
White Hall
Arrival of a beautiful son Luther H Sowers rejoiced
Valley View notes the birth of Luther H Sowers to Mr. and Mrs Charles H Sowers. Other items mention Mrs Herman Howard traveling to Silver Creek for her mother’s illness, visits by Noland Griffith of Fayette to the Roberts home, and several local families hosting or visiting. Christmas program attractions at Miller school and illnesses of Mrs James A Lowery are listed along with others visiting relatives and a Ford car order by Mr George Aines.
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Bar
Prd Mirs
Charles H. Sowers
Luther H
Herman Howard
Silver Creek
Noland Griffith
Fayette
Jake Roberts
Ada
Edna
Nelson
Grace
Blanche
Mary
Beulah Garnett
Willie Howard
James Howard
George Aines
Miller School
James A. Lowery
Fayette County
George A. Cook
Richmond
Rockwood Coffee Promotion At Local Stores
Advertising fragment notes H. H. Brock & Sons selling Toys Candies Fruits and Nuts for Christmas. A local homeside line reads Give me another cup of Rockwood please and touts Rockwood as a better coffee. Mentions D. B. McKINEY & CO. 292-Gr.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. H. Brock & Sons
Rockwood
D. B. McKiney & CO
Big Xmas Treat Planned for Caldwell School Children
More than 700 children will receive a holiday treat at Caldwell school next week. An old fashioned Christmas tree and gifts for all are planned, with candy and fruit to ensure a festive event. Organizers expect record attendance and wide reach into the city’s younger students.
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Caldwell
St. Nicholas
PLEA FOR HELP FOR STARVING EUROPEAN BABIES
Kentucky church services will present the Central Europe child hunger crisis with a statewide fund drive following. The European Relief Council led by Herbert Hoover, including major relief groups, coordinates efforts to raise thirty three million dollars for starving children.
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Associated Press
Louisville
Kentucky
Europe
European Relief Council
Herbert Hoover
American Relief Administration
American Red Cross
Re - Knights of Columbus
Danville Follows Richmond Lead on Street Financing
Danville plans new paved streets funded similarly to Richmond after an earlier project saved about $20,000. Lampton & Burks holds the contract and financing was arranged after an investigation into Richmond’s successful approach. Attorney J J Greenleaf praised the State Bank and Trust Company for its proactive support to Danville.
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Danville
Ricmond
Lampton & Burks Company
Richmond
J. J. Greenleaf
State Bank and Trust Company
Grime Wave in Gotham Hits Jewelry Messengers
New York December 18 police announce two reorganization steps to curb crime. A pair of bandits held up two jewelry messengers on Broadway stealing gems worth 10000 and a payroll of 2000. A 50-strong flying squadron in high powered cars relays patrol citywide. Stores display firearms in view of customers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Broadway
Louisville Alerts Doubling Patrols Amid Crime Wave Fear
Louisville officials announce doubled patrols in central areas and expanded detective presence after a surge in crime in other cities. Bank watchmen to hold a joint briefing with police to coordinate rapid alerts and responses for holdups and robberies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Ouisville
Paul Burlingame
Board of Public Safety
Local Church Pulpits Change and Holidays Observed
A. W. Crawford preached at Paint Lick Presbyterian where he once led the church. Rev. J. B. Skaggs preached at Mt. Tabor as new pastor. Christmas tree planned. school breaks for holidays with resumption January 3. Community notes mention a mill sale, minstrel attendance in Richmond, and several illness updates.
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Ter. A. W. Crawford
North Carolina
Presbyterian Church
J. B. Skaggs
the Fork Church
Mt. Tabo
Zulaalico
Martha Garrett
Jewell Wallace
Blane Estridge
Richmond
Ollie Boain
W. O. Anderson
Tom Todd
Tom Logsdon and Company
Paint Lick
Ray Gilbert
Lexington
George Todd
Ethel Patrick
E. L Wood
Mary Reid
Crab Orchard
Christian Church
H. L. Wallace
Ways and Means Committee Backs Emergency Tariff Plan
The Ways and Means Committee tentatively agreed to place high import duties on wheat corn wool and wool clothing beans potatoes onions sheep and cattle as the first step toward an emergency tariff.
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Associated Press
Washington
Thuse Ways and Means Committee
Coercion Allegations Target Southern Negro Vote
Washington December 18 charges that many negroes in southern states were not allowed to vote will be aired by the house census committee as it considers the reapportionment bill. Chairman Siegel said many organizations and individuals asked to present evidence that in many localities negroes are coerced.
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Imasociated Press
Washington
Dec
House Census Committee
Siegel
Food Price Drop in November Shows Decline Across Cities
The bureau of statistics reports a 2.5 percent average fall in retail food prices in November versus October. Memphis records a five percent drop, while Louisville declines three percent.
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Asociated Press
Washington
Bureau of Statistics
Department of Labor
Memphis
Louisville
Buckner Bankrupt as Western Tobacco President Liabilities Hit 1.5 Million
James M. Buckner, president of the Western Tobacco Company, was adjudged a bankrupt in Federal Court here. His liabilities total 1,500,000 while assets are listed at 1,000,000.
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Associated Press
Louisville
James M. Buckner
Western Tobacco Company
Power Off Notice From Kentucky Utilities Co Inc
Notice to patrons that electricity will be suspended Sunday December 19 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Kentucky Utilities Co Inc.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky Utilities Co., Inc
Bryan Declares Faith in Harding in Ohio Visit
In Marion Ohio former Secretary of State William Jennings Bryan praised Senator Warren G Harding and expressed confidence in his ability to handle incoming duties. Bryan avoided commenting on specific issues like the League of Nations while reiterating his nonpartisan stance and support for ratification with reservations if needed.
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Marion, O
William Jennings Bryan
Marion
Marion Presbytery
Warren G. Harding
Harding
Mr. Bryan
League of Nations
Bryan
Roof ing prices listed by Richmond Welch Co at $7.25 per square
All lengths of galvanized roofing at Richmond Welch Co are priced at 7.25 dollars per square, reflecting bulk metal material cost for contractors and homeowners.
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Richmond Welch Co
Edenton Social Notes Mention Local Visits And Farm Trade
Edenton residents hosted guests during the weekend with visits among families. Elisha Warren sold five hogs for 11 cents a pound and Joe Davis bought a Ford car.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Ray
Lancaster
Robert Teater
Otis Teater
Colonel Burton
Lexington
Flossie Warren
Maude Collins
Della Barnes
Edward Oak
Theformer
Ali Williams
Elisha Warren
Alex Warren
Wilbert Smith
Joe Davis
Six teens drowned as skiff overturns on Kanawha River
Charleston West Virginia December 18 six teen men were reported drowned when the skiff crossing the Kanawha river at Spring Hull overturned.
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Charleston
W. Va
Kanawha River
Spring Hull
Here
Fresh Candled Eggs Sold At Richmond Welch Co
A local offer invites customers to pick their own eggs at Richmond Welch Co with fresh candled eggs advertised. The notice notes 21 Mails generally of the United States are in standard weight and quantity for this season.
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Richmond Welch Co
U.S
Toy and Candy Sale at H. H. Brock and Sons
Community shoppers attend a Toy and Candy Sale hosted by H. H. Brock and Sons at their store located at 302. The event invites families to browse discounted toys and sweets. Proceeds support local youth programs.
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H. H. Brock and Sons
Marriage Licenses Recorded in Various Cities
M. L. Stathis, 31 Winchester, and Ida Whitlock, 18, Richmond. Henry Muncy, 28, Berea, and Zeela Dovis, 28, Berea. John Andrew Short, 21, Edenton, and Ollie May Lowry, Newby. Arthur Parker, 25, and Coolie Belle Harrison, 14, Berea.
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M. L. Stathis
Winchester
Ida Whitlock
Richmond
Henry Muncy
Berea
Zeela Dovis
John Andrew Short
Edenton
Ollie May Lowry
Newby
Arthur Parker
Coolie Belle Harrison
Markets Report From Louisville Hogs and Lambs Steady
Louisville market notes for December 18 show Cattie 100 hogs at 1500 and sheep at 50, with all items steady and unchanged.
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Louisville
Governor Morrow Attends Cornerstone Laying at Eastern Normal
Governor Edwin P. Morrow and party arrived Saturday for the cornerstone laying of the woman's dormitory at Eastern Kentucky State Normal School. They dined at the Hotel Glyndon with school officials and toured the campus where Morrow delivered an education focused address before a large assemblage.
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Edwin P. Morrow
Eastern Kentucky State Normal School
Hotel Glyndon
T. J. Coates
Paul Burnam
J. A. Sulivan
W.C. Mays
Morrn
George Colvin
J. W. Carr
May Concentrate Liquor of Nation
Washington reports W W Williams commissioner of internal revenue discusses with Kentucky officials a plan to centralize all nation whisky in a single housing point in Kentucky. He says that Kentucky would retain its existing whisky, avoiding movement out of the state. The aim is to cut government costs in guarding and regulating whisky transport.
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Washington
W W. Williams
Internal Revenue
Kentucky
Interna Revenue
Pastor Resigns Over Card Playing and Dancing Beliefs
Rev. Frank E. Miller of First Baptist Church in Chicago resigns citing changing views on church ban on cards, theater going and dancing. Effective January 30 after his last sermon, he criticizes evangelism methods and says church standards are too restrictive for ministers. He led service members’ work at Camp Grant and questions mission fulfillment.
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Chicago
Frank E. Miller
First Baptist Church
Camp Grant
Curch
We have a full line of dressed poultry
Neff's on 431 offers a full line of dressed poultry and invites customers to place orders. This brief notice highlights ready-to-buy poultry items and a contact point for placing orders.
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Neff’s
Madison High Triumphs In Varied Contests With Versailles
Madison High School hosted Versailles in boys and girls basketball. The Madison boys dominated 33 to 3 behind strong guard play from Hurst and Clouse and center Kunkel with multiple substitutions. Girls action ended 14 to 10 as Madison guards Terrill and Yates throttled Versailles height advantage with sharp passing and effort from Shearard and Jones.
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Richmond
Madison High School
Versailles
Madison High Court
Madison Lassies
Mabel Shearard
Versailles Skyscrapers
Madison
Dorothy Terrill
Josephine Yates
Cente
Sara Shearard
Robbie Jones
Madison Girls
Madison High
Harry Stone
Harry
Sam
Reed
Clarence Kunkel
Marshall Hurst
Shirley Clouse
Blevin
Kunkel
Talton Stone
Lafon Wilson
F. C. Gentry
Normal School
Stone
Normal
Versailles Furs Geeee
Guaard
Edagr
Harvey Stone
Bell Kunkle McClure Pehle
Boston Clouse
D Stone
Reid
Blevins
Kunkle
Wilson
Hall
Tobacco Barn Burns Near Duckers Station
The tobacco barn of H. C. Arnold near Duckers Station in Woodford county burned today causing about $10,000 in loss. Investigators believe the fire was incendiary in origin.
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Lexington
H. C. Arnold
Duckers Station
Woodford County
Fresh lights and fishing gear and holiday baking items
A shopper notes new shipments of lights bass and catfish and suggests a baking fish for Sunday dinner. The ad mentions Best Patent flour at Richmond Welch Co for 1.40 per bag and promotes Xmas shopping at Richmond Co with a call to get the habit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Neff’s
Richmond Welch Co
Richmond Co
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Yassie Hurt
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Garrard
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Thompson Shearard
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