League of Nations plank unsettled before GOP convention
Chicago June 9 The League of Nations plank remains undefined as the Republican subcommittee works to smooth platform troubles. Indiana's Watson says modifications will win broad support while Borah and McCormick demand changes to pacify irreconcilables. Debate shifts to Mexican declaration and industrial relations as delegates arrive and Lodge presides at the opening.
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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 Republican Convention
The Republican National Convention enters its second day with committee work advancing on the platform and credentials. Senator Lodge is selected as permanent chairman as the event proceeds through sessions and reports.
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Go Associated Press
Chicago
Senator Lodge
Kentucky Delegation Meeting Cites Hert Statement
After a Kentucky delegation meeting, Col. A. T. Hert commented on the discussion. The remarks reflect the ongoing dialogue surrounding Kentucky’s alignment and regional considerations.
Harding backers claim shift in race as balloting starts
Reports from insiders say Johnson, Lowden, and Wood woes shape early convention dynamics. Backers of Lowden vow a decisive push after votes begin, while conservatives aim to block Johnson and Borah. Some Johnson loyalists warn of a budding revolt as platforms and past fights color the fight.
Berea College Commencement Attended by Thousands
Berea College’s commencement drew more than 10 000 visitors amid a busy season for farmers. The day honored 28 year president William Goodell Frost with the transition to successor Professor William J Hutchins. Diplomas were awarded and a library collection from the Frosts was moved to the campus.
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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 at Low Prices
E. V. Elder advertises sale of summer shirts in multiple price points from 3 to 6 dollars at 98 cents each. Window display promotes the offer. Listing indicates 1384 as address or reference.
Business leaders weigh second-choice options in presidential race
The text describes big business representatives prepared to back Wood if Illinois candidates falter, or pivot to Sproul Harding or Hoover, while rejecting Johnson Poindexter Coolidge and others not seen as fire-tested. It notes Wood gains strength from known second-choice support and the potential impact of primary election scandals.
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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 by Douglas and Simmons promotion
An advertisment urges buyers to invest in a grass stripper from Douglas and Simmons for 2.25 dollars and promises financial returns with a vacation in Chicago. The note mentions June 9 and pre money terms.
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Douglas and Simmons
Chicago
Highlander Band Led By American Conductor Roy D Smith
Roy D Smith leads the Royal Highlanders Band noted as a modern music master and cornet soloist. He trained under Fred Weldon and previously led the Scotch Highlanders Band. The Royal Scotch Highlanders formed after the Boer War features ex army soloists and veteran players. The program includes Wagner Chopin Beethoven Mendelssohn Mascagni Liszt and encores of popular tunes.
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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 Graduates 48 at Normal Auditorium
The elementary class held commencement in the Normal auditorium Tuesday at 9 30 am with Prof J R Robinson in charge. There were 48 graduates. Certificates entitle them to teach anywhere in the state for two years without examination. Superintendent John Howard Payne delivered the address and praised the class for their future roles in state schools.
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J. R. Robinson
Richmond
John Howard Payne
Summer shirts for men and boys at 98c
Window display notice by E. V. Elder at 1384 promoting summer shirts for men and boys priced at 98 cents each. Limited details on size range or selection.
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E. V. Elder
Eleven Die as Train Collision Near Schenectady
Eleven people were killed and 21 injured when an express train crashed into a standing passenger train two miles from Schenectady New York. The express engine crew led by engineer Marlin Doyle reportedly disregarded stop signals as both trains collided while passengers slept in Pullman cars.
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Associated Press
Schenectady
N. Y
Marlin Doyle
Bargain Days Set for June at Wagers & Wilson
Every Friday and Saturday in June the store Wagers and Wilson in Newby will host a Big Reduction Sale with special bargains announced for Bargain Days.
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Wagers & Wilson
Newby
Two Ohio Men Seek Kentucky Brides in Double Wedlock
Two young Ohio men traveled to Kentucky to wed local women. Marion Garwood 21 from Brookville obtained a license to wed Gertrude Rice 21 of Conway. Roscoe Robinson 21 from Lockland sought Mary Rhodus 21 of Richmond rural route 2 as his bride.
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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 shines in Normal auditorium
The annual commencement play All of a Sudden Peggy a three act comedy by Ernest Denny delighted a full Normal auditorium. Star performances by Lelia Stroker as Peggy and Earl Combs as the Hon Jimmy Keppel drew praise while Gerald Callihan Roy Proctor and others delivered strong support. The crowd overflowed as doors closed early with hundreds 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 Improvements and New Bridges
Local residents report progress on fundraising for Otter Creek bridges, a new schoolhouse, and road works in Red House. County Road Engineer Baxter backs the plan, and L N railway support boosts prospects. Work is expected to begin soon as funds are likely to be secured shortly.
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Red House
Otter Creek
Baxter
L. & N. Railway Company
SEE Elder's Display of Fine Summer Shirts
Local shop advertises summer shirts at 98 cents with bold display. D. B. McKinney & Company promotes reliable Sore coffee and meal happiness, urging customers to buy today.
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Elder
D. B. McKinney & Company
Woman sues L. and N. for 10000 damages in circuit court
Mrs L Holbrook files suit in circuit court against the Louisville and Nashville railway for 10000 damages related to the death of her husband a former Sergent section man killed last winter when struck by a train near Kona station Whitesburg district.
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Strr Agalinsy L. & N
Whitesburg
L. & N. Railway
L. Holbrook
Sergent
Kona
Market Report at Louisville Cattle Hogs Steady
Cincinnati hogs steady Chicago higher cattle active and strong lambs and calves steady Louisville June 9 cattle 200 active and unchanged hogs 1400 3600 steady unchanged
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Cincinnati
Chicago
Louisville
Resolutions by Board of Regents at Eastern Kentucky State Normal
The Board of Regents of the Eastern Kentucky State Normal School adopts resolutions praising Richmond citizens for helping house students during difficult times. It notes future dormitory needs due to rising enrollment, requests continued local cooperation to provide rooming, and directs copies of the resolutions to be published in local papers.
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Board of Regents
The
Eastern Kentucky State Normal
George Colvin
Eastern
Richmond
Madison County War Mothers Meeting Notice
A meeting of the Madison County War Mothers is set for 3 o'clock on 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 the meeting. Mrs Robert R Burnam County War Mother.
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Madison County
Masonic Temple Club
Robert R. Burnam
Tommie Green Leaves Hospital After Recovery
Tommie Green, 15, son of Everett Green, has recovered from a ruptured appendix and can return home to his Lancaster Pike residence. He received many flowers from friends during his hospital stay.
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Tommie Green
Everett Green
Lancaster Pike
New Boonesboro Boards Boost Beach Pleasure
Nelson Ward announces completion of three new springboards at Boonesboro bathing beach. The additions promise extra recreation for swimmers at the popular resort this summer.
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Nelson Ward
Hes
Boonesboro
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 doctors R C Coomer and J G Bosley will present on Some Medical Lessons From the War and Treatment of Pneumonia, highlighting new wartime insights to be shared with members.
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Kentucky Valley Medical Association
Winchester
Elks’ Club
Richmond
R. C. Coomer
J. G. Bosley
Dr. Bosley
Tanlac credited with restoring health in Louisville woman
Mrs. Mattie Martin of 1710 Owen Street Louisville says Tanlac cured years of nervous weakness and poor appetite. She notes six bottles rebuilt strength enabling her to perform chores and care for four children and praises Tanlac as a grand family medicine sold in Richmond and College Hill by local dealers Stockton and Son and Ginter Bros.
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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 will spend most of summer in Richmond. He will conduct services at the church this Wednesday evening and Thursday and Friday at 7 45, with the Wednesday topic Prayer. All are invited.
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L. A. Byrd
Georgetown
Calvary Baptist Church
Richmond
Burglaries Reported Across Louisville Area
Nine robberies were logged at headquarters, with the Brandeis home in Castlewood suffering the largest theft. While the Brandeis family was away, thieves broke a dining room window and ransacked the house taking nearly all valuables.
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Louisville
Robert B. Brandeis
Castlew
Brandeis
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Hiram W. Johnson
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Theodore Roosevelt
National Committee
Henry Cabot Lodge
Henry W. Teller
Colorado
St. Louis
Highlander
Eastern Normal
Gordon
Hill and Mattingly
Rsows
H. Widel
Chenault
Hotel Glyndon
Hill
May Collins
L. and
N. Depot
J. T. Keith
L. & N. Depot
Wm. B. Turley
Fairbanks
Phore
Willoughby Bros
Kentucky Medical Association
Ant
Louvisville
Richmond Water and Light Co
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