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Newspaper

Richmond Daily Register

Location

Richmond, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Jun 05, 1920

Page

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Steam roller charges denied by Republican committee

The Associated Press report from Chicago says Senator Moses of New Hampshire accused the RNC of using steam roller methods in contest decisions. Committee session notes harmony, seating one Lowden and one Wood delegate in Georgia. General Wood signals potential contests advancing to the credentials committee.

Associated Press Chicago Moses New Hampshire Republican National Committee Hays Georgia Lowden Wood

Moses Attacks Steam Roller Tactics in Georgia Delegates Row

Senator George H. Moses denounces the Republican National Committee for rejecting Wood delegates in Georgia and hints the party will use a new reversing device to boost Lowden on the first ballot. He recalls 1912 tactics at Minneapolis and warns of high handed moves to seat delegates by preference.

Chicago Republican National Committee Georgia George H. Moses New Hampshire National Committee Wood Lowden Minneapolis

Weather and Political Echoes in Kentucky and Chicago

Weather for Kentucky fair tonight and Sunday with moderate temperatures. The article reflects on political maneuvering over twenty years, comparing past tactics to present actions around party committees and prominent candidates General Wood Senator Johnson and Mr Hoover, noting concerns about open committee influence and unauthorised influence in Coliseum anterooms.

Chicago George W. Perkins General Wood Senator Johnson Mr. Hoover Johnson National Committee

Robbers Take Drastic Measures In Diamond Heist

In New York on June 5 two robbers entered the Schonfield Manufacturing Company jewelry store on Nashau Street, blinded a proprietor with pepper, and fled with a wallet said to contain diamonds worth about 100000 dollars.

Associated Press New York Schonfield Manufacturing Company Nashau Street

Explosion at Paint Lick injures father and daughter

John Coldiron and his 12 year old daughter Martha were badly burned when carbide gas exploded in their Paint Lick barn after a lighted match ignited the gas as they investigated a generator. The blast shattered a window and momentarily threatened the building.

John Coldiron Martha Paint Lick

Alien Bill Passed in House to Deport Threats

Washington June 5 the bill to endanger dangerous aliens passed the House and goes to the President. The measure makes mere membership in groups advocating overthrow or sabotage grounds for deportation or exclusion of aliens.

Associated Press Washington House

If Farmers Should Strike What

Poem by Henry Allen Laine argues farmers are essential to national welfare and defense. It contends a farmer strike would trigger famine and industrial collapse, but asserts farmers are patriotic and deserve fair treatment. The piece urges granting what is due to farmers to prevent crisis.

Henry Allen Laine

Camp Daniel Boone Opens for Boys in June

Richmond’s Camp Daniel Boone operated by the State Y M C A of Kentucky opens June 16 for ten day sessions on the Kentucky river near Valley View. Mrs. E V Donaldson directs with a staff of ministers teachers and local leaders promising supervised swimming tennis fields and outdoor recreation for Blue Grass boys.

Richmond Daniel Boone Kentucky E. V. Donaldson Wisconsin Blue Grass Kentucky River Valley View Fred Davidson J. Howard Payne

Republicans Have Three Sets in Texas

Washington June 5 The Senate campaign investigating committee adjourned after Col Green of Texas son of Hettie Green testified he contributed money to the black and white Texas Republican faction but denied working for Wood or any candidate He said there were three sets of Texas Republican delegates in Chicago and implied more splits would follow if given more time

Associated Press Washington Col. Green Texas Hettie Green Senate Campaign Investigating Committee Green Wood Chicago

President Wilson criticizes Congress over high living costs

In a tele gram to railroad brotherhood officials on June 5, President Wilson assailed Congress for failing to act on the cost of living, peace terms, and domestic legislation. He warned adjournment would not bring constructive measures and said Congress is driven by political expediency rather than public welfare. He noted he accepted some enacted laws due to despair of better options.

Associated Press Washington Railroad Brotherhoods Wilson Congress

Admiral Winterhalter Dies in Washington Pneumonia

Admiral Winterhalter former commander in chief of the Asiatic fleet died of pneumonia at the naval hospital in Washington on June 5. He had served as a senior naval leader and died after a period of illness.

Associated Press Washington Admiral Winterhalter Naval Hospital

Penrose Unable to Attend Chicago Convention

Reports from Philadelphia June 5 say Senator Boise Penrose will not attend the Chicago convention as confirmed by his physician after a conference with Penrose.

Associatea Press Philadelphia Boise Penrose Chicago Penrose

Excavating equipment arrival signals paving start

Machinery from Louisville arrives and will be moved from cars to begin street work. Eastern Normal teachers finish term certificate exams with the process concluding today, closing school activities before commencement week. Frank Hanover seeks U.S. Army service in Lexington after overseas service. Jesse M. Dykes Post plans another membership drive and may set headquarters soon. Fly swatters are in high demand as retailers report selling out of a second batch.

Louisville Lampton and Burks Eastern Normal Frank Hanover Lexington United States Army Jesse M. Dykes American Legion

Kansas Ladies Band To Attend Republican Convention

The Herrington Kansas Ladies Band joins the state delegation to the Republican national convention in Chicago. Director F K Reasoner leads 30 members aged 12 to 40, including 13 high school girls and 15 married. The band, self funded, bought 1500 in new uniforms and pays a 2000 director’s salary.

Associated Press Topeka Kan Kansas Harvey Motter Olathe Chicago National Committee F. K. Reasoner

Friction in Lexington Legion Sparks Immediate Resignations

In Lexington Kentucky an American Legion meeting exposed friction within the Lexington branch. Major Samuel M. Wilson and seven other officers resigned immediately amid heated accusations and denials. Several officers resigned verbally from the floor including Clinton Harbison D C Hunter Alex Spears Frank Ginnochio and John Settlemeyer.

Lexington American Legion Samuel M. Wilson Clinton H. Harbison D. C. Hunter Alex Spears Frank Ginnochio John Settlemeyer

Hand Amputation After Monkey Bite at Circus Incident

Morris Summers of Rowland had his hand amputated after severe infection from a monkey bite at a Stanford circus visit. The accident occurred several weeks ago, and doctors performed the procedure to save his life.

Morris Summers Rowland Stanford

Aged Couple Dead In Train Collision Near Paducah

W L Baldree 69 and his wife were instantly killed when an Illinois Central passenger train struck their farm wagon at a railroad crossing in Paducah Kentucky today.

Associated Press Paducah W. L Baldree Illinois Central

Budget Bill En Route Washington

After amendments to satisfy President Wilson the national budget system bill was repassed by the House on June 5 and sent to the Senate for consideration.

Associated Press Washington Wilson House Senate

Madison High graduates urged by pastor and pageant

Baccalaureate at First Christian Church will be led by Rev. J. V. Logan of Crescent Hill Presbyterian Louisville. Class night at Caldwell Auditorium features a play Stir and a large grades program with cantata and songs praised as artistic and well rehearsed.

Madison High School First Christian Church J. V. Logan Crescent Hill Presbyterian Church Louisville Logan Caldwell Auditorium Gord Duttonhead Elvera O’rafferty Laura Watson Sallie Gentry Sarah Zada Edwards Solomon Steady James Howe Hanah Plunkett Ethel Silver Detectives Joe Reeves Harry Stone Three Bears

Locust Posts Sold by Savage Smith Lumber Co

Locust posts in lengths of 8 and 10 feet sold by Savage Smith Lumber Co a carload shipment to a buyer. The listing notes 3 percent discount for two loads.

Savage-Smith Lumber Co

Muncy Bros Concert Delights with Notable Local Talent

A large audience enjoyed a distinctive program at the Muncy Bros concert. Webster Taylor, a rising pianist from Richmond studying at Cincinnati’s Conservatory of Music, performed, along with vocal solos by Cynthia Davison and Samuel Deatherage. Emma Davison accompanied at the piano as her sister sang. New tune records on the Victrola added to the evening of enjoyable melodies.

Muncy Bros Webster Taylor Richmond Conservatory of Music Cincinnati Cynthia Davison Samuel Deatherage Emma Davison

Grinstead Delivers Commencement Address at Clark County

The Clark County High School commencement was held in the College chapel with a large crowd in attendance. Dr. Wren J. Grinstead of Richmond gave the address, which was described as most enjoyable.

Winchester Sun Clark County High School College Chapel Wren J. Grinstead Richmond

Local Market Sees Wire Fencing Shortage Amid Repairs

Market report notes a shortage of wire fencing as a minus quantity. Vendors say the limited supply pushes costs while sliver repairs must be maintained at all costs.

Demonstration of Electric Washing Machine at Local Hardware

Richmond women are urged to visit Douglas and Simmons hardware store for a two day demonstration of an electric washing machine. The event runs Monday and Tuesday.

Douglas and Simmons Richmond Douglas & Simmons Hardware Store

Market report shows cattle and hogs mixed gains and steady sheep

Cincinnati markets show cattle at 1060 head up with tops at 12.75. Hogs total 1600 down 25 to 50 cents with tops at 14. Sheep around 2000 steady to lower, best sheep at 17.75 while lambs mostly 16.75 to 17 and strictly choice around 17.50.

Cincinnati Chicago Louisville

Miss Ward's Skull May Be Fractured In Accident

Miss Anna Bell Ward, manager of local theatres, was struck on the head by an awning pole in front of a barber shop near the Alhambra theatre. An X ray in Lexington showed a slight skull fracture and a specialist will examine her as headaches persist.

Anna Bell Ward Lexington Saturady Miss Ward Alhambra Goodloe Kenmadrich

Death of Dr. L. A. Shirley Prominent Winchester Physician

Notice of the death at Winchester on Saturday morning of Dr. L. A. Shirley a veteran physician aged about 65. He served on the State Board of Health was president of the State Medical Association and for years surgeon for the L and N railroad in Clark county. Local doctors spoke highly of him and he was widely beloved by colleagues and friends statewide.

Winchester A. Shirley Shirley State Board of Health State Medical Association Clark County

Week's Weather Guess Washington

The forecast for Ohio Valley Fair shows mild temperatures through most of the week with a likely shift to showers toward the end of the period. Weather officials expect light to moderate rain amounts and cooler days as unsettled conditions move in.

Associated Press Washington Ohio Valley

Washing machine demonstration at Douglas and Simmons

A brief notice invites customers to visit the store Monday morning for a washing machine demonstration at Douglas and Simmons.

Scotch Highlanders to Perform in Native Highland Dress

The Royal Scotch Highlanders Band arrives in Richmond next Friday. All members wear native costumes of the Gordon clan. Robbie Brollier, famed Scotch tenor with the band, is noted as a top rival to Harry Lauder in wit and song.

Royal Scotch Highlanders Band Richmond Robbie Brollier Highlanders Band Harry Lauder

Couples Wed in Richmond on June 5

J Elmo Caudill 26 soldier of Columbia South Carolina and Mae McKee 18 daughter of Mr and Mrs J A Bell of Berea were married in Richmond on Saturday June 5. Hugh Sparks 24 clerk of Richmond and Stella Ramsey 18 daughter of Mr and Mrs James Ramsey of Richmond were married in Richmond on Saturday June 5.

J. Elmo Caudill Columbia S. C Mae McKee J. A. Bell Berea Richmond Hugh Sparks Stella Ramsey James Ramsey

Lexington Horsemen Gather for June Court Day Sales

A large group of Lexington horsemen and many horses are expected Monday for the June court day sales. Horses will be brought to be offered to local farmers and buyers with fair weather anticipated.

Lexington

Selecting County School Teachers Board Evaluates County Quota

The Madison County School Board met Saturday at 2 pm to select teachers for county schools for the coming year. About 118 instructors are needed, with many candidates already in the city. Most hires will cover eight to nine months, and several Eastern Normal graduates are expected to receive positions.

Madison County School Board Ben F. Edwards Edwards Eastern Normal

Willoughby Bros Open New Coal Yard on Second Street

Announcement in the advertising columns notes the early opening of Willoughby Bros new coal yard at the old L. and A. depot on Second and Third streets. Plans include a modern yard with new sheds offices buildings scales and a large rail siding for convenient customer service. Both brothers are popular young businessmen.

Willoughby Bros Third Street Old L A. Depot Messrs. Willoughby

Edwin P. Morrow Names Four Highway Appointees

Frankfort Kentucky on June 5 President Edwin P Morrow announced Friday four appointees to the State Highway department. Benjamin Weills of Padge and Monahan of Jefferson are Democrats while Green Garrett of Wincich and H Asher of Pineville are Republicans.

Frankfort Edwin P. Morrow Benjamin Weills Padge S

Judge James P. Lewis Named to State Banking Commission

Frankfort Kentucky June 5 Judge James P Lewis of Whitesburg was appointed to the State Banking Commission by Governor Morrow to replace George G Speer whose term ends July 1. Lewis served as Secretary of State in the last administration as the sole Republican elected four years ago.

Frankfort James P. Lewis Whitesburg Morrow George G. Speer Lewis

McKee Files Candidacy for Ninth District Congress

H. Clay McKee of Mt. Sterling announces his Republican bid for Congress in the Ninth district, filing with the Secretary of State to seek the party nomination.

H. Clay McKee Mt. Sterling Secretary of State

Car for sale and lost items in town

Pa ge seven passenger car advertised with six thousand miles, two tires new, asking price a big bargain through Blue Grass Motor Transport Co. Lost amethyst pin on Main Street found by Neale Bennett at Citizens National Bank. reward at Oldham's Hardware for cameo pin lost Friday night. camera film loaded with Rexo Record Film offered at 25 percent faster speed. hosiery and studio ad at 212 West Main.

Paige Blue Grass Motor Transport Co Oolin Supply Co Main Street Neale Bennett Citizens National Bank Oldham W. Main

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Kansas Ladies’ Band Lex Madison High Caldwell Stocker Dudderar Grinstead Teo Lexington GLARK Douglas & Simmons
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