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