League of Nations plank delays Republican platform draft
Chicago June 9 The League of Nations plank remained undefined as the 13 member subcommittee worked to smooth platform trouble ahead of the National convention. Indiana senator Watson led modifications while Borah and McCormick pressed for changes to pacify irreconcilables, with a warning against delaying to the convention floor.
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Associated Press
Chicago
League of Nations
Watson
Indiana
Borah
Idaho
McCormick
Illinois
London
Johnson
Lodge
Chauncey Depew
Margaret Carter
Kansas
Wood
Lowden
Lodge Chosen as Permanent Chairman at GOP Convention
The Republican National Convention entered its second day with committees drafting the platform and credentials report. Senator Lodge was selected as permanent chairman as the body progressed through its routine business.
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Go Associated Press
Chicago
Senator Lodge
Kentucky Delegation Meeting Sparks Hert Statement
After a Kentucky delegation meeting Col. A. T. Hert issued remarks signaling reaction to developments. The brief report notes Hert’s comment as a key takeaway from the gathering.
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Chicago
Kentucky
Col
A. T. Hert
Johnson May Bolt Chicago June 9
Harding backers claim a movement favors their candidate with three propositions: Johnson is less dangerous, Lowden’s Missouri setback hurts him, and Wood as a military option is unlikely. Conservative leaders push to decapitate Johnson, reject Borah, and fear a Johnson revolt as the 1896 silver plank echoes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Hiram W. Johnson
Lowden
Missouri
Wood
Harding
Frank O. Lowden
Illinois
Alvin T. Hert
Kentucky
Joseph B. Kealing
Indiana
Johnson
de Camp
Senator Borah
Committee On
Theodore Roosevelt
National Committee
Borah
Henry Cabot Lodge
Henry W. Teller
Colorado
St. Louis
Berea College Commencement Draws 10000 Plus Visitors
Thousands attend Berea College commencement led by the retirement of President William Goodell Frost after 28 years. Prof. Warren H. Wilson gives the address as Wm J Hutchins assumes leadership. Frost ceremonially passes the college seal. Collections of Spurgeon sermons and rare vellum books donated.
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Berea College
William Goodell Frost
Tabernacle
Hutchins
Warren H. Wilson
Columbia University
New York City
Frost
Wm. J. Hutchins
Lincoln Hall
England
Spurgeon
Summer Shirt Sale On H C L Items
The outlet promotes a sale of summer shirts in four value tiers at 98 cents each. Prices range from $3 to $6, with a window display available for viewing. Seller listed as E. V. Elder at 1384.
Business leaders weigh second-choice options in presidential race
Delegates warn that big business will back strong candidates regardless of scandal. They favor Lowden and Wood, ready to shift to Sproul, Harding, Hoover if needed, but reject Johnson, Poindexter, and Coolidge. Wood gains new momentum from recognized second-choice strength under pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Frank O. Lowden
Lowden
Augustus E. Willson
London
Wood
Elihu Root
Richard P. Ernst
Covington
United Sates
Gov. Morrow
Nicholas Murray Bukter
Illinois
Wm. C. Sproul
Pennsylvania
Warren G. Harding
Ohio
Herbert Hoover
Johnson
Poindexter
Coolidge
Grass stripper sale ad from Douglas and Simmons
A fragmented advertisement urges buyers to purchase a grass stripper from Douglas and Simmons for 2.25 dollars. The note mentions a vacation in Chicago and a date June 9 with some pre money and a numeric 1372.
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Douglas and Simmons
Chicago
Highlander Band Led by Roy D Smith Promises Classics Encores
Roy D. Smith directs the Royal Highlanders Band noted as a master leader in Europe and America. The group, with Scotch roots and ex army soloists, will perform Wagner to Mascagni and modern popular tunes on request.
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Roy D. Smith
Royal Highlanders Band
Europe
Mr. Smith
Canada
Fred Weldon
Scotch Highlanders
Malcolm McGregor
United States
Royal Scotch Highlanders
Lieut . McGregor
Royal Highland Brigade
Wagner
Chopin
Beethoven
Mendelssohn
Mascagni
Listz
Commencement of Elementary Class In Normal Auditorium
The elementary class commencement was held in the Normal auditorium on Tuesday at 9 30 o clock with Prof J R Robinson in charge. There were 48 graduates receiving certificates that entitle them to teach anywhere in the state for two years without examination. Superintendent John Howard Payne gave the address, delivering a masterful speech suited to the occasion.
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J. R. Robinson
Richmond
John Howard Payne
Summer Shirts for Men and Boys at 98 Cents
Window display by E. V. Elder features summer shirts for men and boys priced at 98 cents. Location noted as 1384 with contact or further details implied.
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E. V. Elder
Eleven Die As Trains Collide Outside Schenectady
Eleven people were killed and 21 others injured when an express train collided with a stationary passenger train near Schenectady New York. The crash occurred as the passenger train halted two miles from the city due to engine trouble. Express engine man Marlin Doyle ignored stop signals.
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Associated Press
Schenectady
N. Y
Marlin Doyle
Bargain Days Set for June at Wagers and Wilson
Every Friday and Saturday in June will feature a Big Reduction Sale at Wagers and Wilson located at 1382 Newby. The notices advertise ongoing bargains with no other events specified.
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Wagers & Wilson
Newby
Two Ohio Men Seek Kentucky Brides in Wedlock Visit
Two young Ohio men traveled to Kentucky to wed local women. Marion Garwood, 21, from Brookville, won a license to marry Gertrude Rice, 21, of Conway. Roscoe Robinson, 21, from Lockland, joined by a Richmond area bride candidate Miss Mary Rhodus, 21, rural route No. 2.
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Buckeye
Kentucky
Blue Grass State
Brookville
Lockland
Marion Garwood
Gertrude Rice
J. M. Bailey
Conway
Roscoe Robinson
Mary Rhodus
John Rhodus
Richmond
All of a Sudden Peggy delights Normal audience
The annual commencement play at Normal, All of a Sudden Peggy by Ernest Denny, drew a full crowd and sold out seats. Miss Lelia Stroker as Peggy and Mr. Earl Combs as Jimmy Keppel led a strong cast with strong performances in most scenes. The production required closing doors at 7:45 due to packed standing room, and many attendees were turned away.
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Peggy
Ernest Denny
Ella M. Hanawalt
Lelia Stroker
O’mara
Miss Stroker
Earl Combs
Jimmy Keppel
Mr. Combs
Gerald Callihan
Archie Phipps
Roy Proctor
Anthony
Lord Crackenthorpe
Geo. .W. Watkins
Lady Crackenthorpe
Mary Joseph Jones
Millicent Keppel
Georgia Moss
Jack Menzes
Cosby Duncan
Sam J. Denny
Solicitors Push for City Road and Bridge Improvements
A Red House area resident reports progress on funds for Otter Creek bridges, a new school, roadwork, and other improvements. County Road Engineer Baxter supports the plan, with L N railway backing, and work to start soon as funds are secured.
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Red House
Otter Creek
Baxter
L. & N. Railway Company
SEE Elder's display of fine summer shirts and coffee
An ad notes Elder's summer shirts at good values around 98 cents and promotes Sore coffee as a reliable choice for meals. It invites readers to buy at D. B. McKinney & Company with promotional energy.
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Elder
D. B. McKinney & Company
Agalinsy L. & N. Suit For 10000 Damages Filed
Mrs. L Holbrook of Sergent sues the L and N railway in circuit court for ten thousand dollars claiming her husband a former L and N section man was killed last winter when struck by a train near Kona station at Whitesburg.
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Strr Agalinsy L. & N
Whitesburg
L. & N. Railway
L. Holbrook
Sergent
Kona
Markets Report Cattle Hogs Steady Amid Active Trade
Cincinnati markets show cattle active and unchanged while hogs rise in Chicago. In Louisville on June 9 cattle run 200 head, hogs 1400 to 3600 head, steady or unchanged as lambs and calves hold steady.
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Cincinnati
Chicago
Louisville
Resolutions by Board of Regents Emphasize Dormitory Aid
The Board of Regents of the Eastern Kentucky State Normal School adopts resolutions thanking Richmond citizens especially women for housing students during busy times. It notes the forthcoming dormitory and ongoing need for rooming, seeking continued community cooperation. A copy will be sent to local papers for publication.
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Board of Regents
The
Eastern Kentucky State Normal
George Colvin
Eastern
Richmond
Madison County War Mother Meeting Urged June 14
A Madison County War Mother meeting is set for 3 oclock Monday June 14 in the Masonic Temple club rooms. All War Mothers are urged to attend and those who have not paid dues are asked to do so at this meeting. Mrs Robert R Burnam County War Mother.
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Madison County
Masonic Temple Club
Robert R. Burnam
Tommie Green Goes Home From Hospital Stint
Tommie Green a 15 year old son of Everett Green has recovered from a ruptured appendix and can return home to the Lancaster Pike He received many flowers from friends while at the infirmary
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Tommie Green
Everett Green
Lancaster Pike
New Boonesboro Boards Boost Beach Play
Nelson Ward announces the completion of three new springboards at Boonesboro bathing beach. The additions will enhance swimmer enjoyment at the popular resort this summer.
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Boonesboro
Nelson Ward
Hes
Richmond Doctors Featured At Kentucky Valley Medical Meet
The 26th annual Kentucky Valley Medical Association meeting will be in Winchester June 17-18 with Elks Club as headquarters. Richmond delegates Dr. R. C. Coomer and Dr. J. G. Bosley will speak on war medical lessons and pneumonia treatment, showcasing new postwar insights and experiences from noted physicians.
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Kentucky Valley Medical Association
Winchester
Elks’ Club
Richmond
R. C. Coomer
J. G. Bosley
Dr. Bosley
Tanlac Restores Health For Louisville Family
Mrs. Mattie Martin of Louisville recalls five years of improved health after taking Tanlac. She describes nervous exhaustion, insomnia, and loss of appetite resolved by six bottles. The family recommends Tanlac and notes its availability from Stockton and Son in Richmond and Ginter Bros in College Hill.
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Mattie Martin
Owen Street
Louisville
Tanlac
Taniac
Richmond
Stockton and Son
College Hill
Ginter Bros
Reverend Byrd to Lead Summer Services in Richmond
Rev. L. A. Byrd of Georgetown and Calvary Baptist Church will spend most of the summer in Richmond. He will preach at the church this Wednesday evening and Thursday and Friday at 7 45 with the topic Wednesday being Prayer. All are invited to attend.
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L. A. Byrd
Georgetown
Calvary Baptist Church
Richmond
Burglars Hit Louisville Homes In Night Raids
Nine burglaries were reported with the Brandeis home in Castlewood suffering the largest loss. Thieves broke a dining room window, entered while the family was away, and ransacked the house taking nearly all valuables.
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Louisville
Robert B. Brandeis
Castlew
Brandeis
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L. and
N. Depot
J. T. Keith
L. & N. Depot
Wm. B. Turley
Fairbanks
Phore
Willoughby Bros
Kentucky Medical Association
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