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Newspaper
Richmond Daily Register
Location
Richmond, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1922
Page
1
The storm caused property damage and rail service interruptions in Fayette and adjoining counties. Reports of heavy loss of life in Lexington and Fayette were unconfirmed, with mornings offering no confirmation. Strong rain accompanied the wind, and trees were blown down in places.
At Lane's Landing in Owen county Charles Cortland and wife are dead as a result of a windstorm which swept portions of Owen and Henry counties Sunday night. A partial survey today indicates heavy property loss.
The hurricane that struck the New York metropolitan area yesterday pushed the death toll past 60 with forecasts it could rise. Seventeen bodies were recovered after the tide returned swimmers swept out to sea, and four more were found at Hunter’s Island with two at Travellers Island. Most fatalities are due to drowning and more victims are expected in other boroughs.
In Catlettsburg Kentucky on June 12 the Clayhole election cases carried from Breathitt county were extended to Wednesday to allow the commonwealth to interview witnesses. Officials seek broader probe into the Troublesome Creek incident last November where four men were killed and 17 wounded in an election riot and consider conspiracy to prevent an election and to murder as potential indictments.
Lexington Kentucky June 12 the entire federal prohibition enforcement personnel in Kentucky meet with Prohibition Director Sam Collins to discuss liquor law enforcement behind closed doors Each agent was asked to report conditions in his territory to Collins during the conference
Wilbert Smith of Edenton Kentucky offers a liberal reward for the return of two five dollar bills and several ones lost on the streets Monday afternoon.
Richmond defeated Waco 8 to 4 as sharp hitting and solid infield work carried the locals. Hill of Waco hit a homer after a misplay by Richmond manager McCoy, while both lineups feature multiple players of note in a game with clear outfield and pitching action.
Cincinnati June 12 The open shop unemployment wage reductions recognition of Soviet Russia and court decisions shape the two weeks American Federation of Labor convention opening here. Executive council reports on these key labor issues are presented.
In Chicago June 12 reports say wage cuts threaten 350000 railway workers with a possible $50 million payroll reduction after formal release by the Railroad Labor Board. Rumor says a rail strike may be directed and financed from Canada to avoid the Supreme Court ruling holding unions liable for member damages.
B M Jewell head of the railway employes department of the AFL denies the railway shop crafts union is considering moving its headquarters from Chicago to Canada to escape suits tied to the Supreme Court Coronado ruling.
George WW Goodloe, owner of the Dixie Dry Cleanery on Second Street, cut his forehead when he struck machinery shortly after noon Monday. A small artery bled heavily. he was taken to Dr. Baileys office where two stitches were inserted.
Richmond Golf Club members plan to attend the state tournament in Winchester this week. Winchester Chamber of Commerce telegram offers hotel accommodations and reservations to Proctoria Hotel Manager Brown with free stenographic and office service.
Manager George Fawkes of Kentucky Utilities reports growing demand for the electric ranges the company supplies. He recently delivered two units to James W. Hamilton on the Summit and to Mrs. R. O. Lackey on Third Street.
The Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks will hold its annual Flag Day Service on Wednesday evening June 14 at eight o'clock in the court house yard. Music by the American Legion Band and the public is invited. Exalted Ruler H Bennett Farris announces.
The ladies of the First Baptist church plan their annual bazaar on the first Saturday in December. Proceeds support church programs and community aid. Local volunteers organize crafts, baked goods, and a luncheon for attendees.
Washington June 12 after a conference with President Harding Representative Mondell Republican leader hastily called together the Republican steering committee of the House to discuss probable action on the ship subsidy and Muscle Shoals bills but the meeting got nowhere. The House agriculture committee today ordered a favorable report on the Capper- Todar bill to amend the future trading acts to meet a Supreme Court decision declaring sections inoperative. The measure, reported as introduced, is expected to be taken up in the House Thursday.
San Francisco prepares a tented, Near East styled scene for the Golden Jubilee of the Ancient Arabic Order Nobles of the Mystic Shrine June 13 to 16. The Bay Area becomes a Caliphate with mosques, Bedouin tents, city hall domes lit amber, and a packed schedule of parades, aviation shows, a 130 mile auto race for $25,000, air and sea displays, regattas, and battleships visits.
May sales in Kentucky independent warehouses totaled 4,612,400 pounds with 897,915 from the 1921 crop. The average price was 11.64 per hundred for 1921 crop and 10.93 for 1920 crop. Burley led sales, including 82,955 pounds of 1921 crop sold for 14.48, split among growers, dealers, and resales. 1920 crop sold 3,578,105 pounds at 11.07 average, with segments for growers, dealers, and resales. One-sucker tobacco sold 135,100 pounds, including 35,645 of 1921 crop at 3.65, and 99,455 of 1920 crop at 7.21. Green River 1921 crop totaled 7,090 pounds at 8.05, with dealer and grower portions. Fired dark tobacco totaled 808,610 pounds, 771,625 of 1921 crop at 11.47 and 183,545 at 11.66 for dealers. 1902 crop sales included 1,530 pounds for growers and 44,455 for dealers.
State prohibition officers under F G Fields captured a large moonshine still and whisky to the amount of 50 gallons plus home brew. Five people were arrested in Williamsburg Kentucky. Kirtley Barnes, a retired grocer, is charged with operating the moonshine still and his brother W A Barnes is charged with possessing a barrel of moonshine whisky.
Medina of Chicago will deploy five special trains to serve hotel needs. Telephone connections will be wired to each Pullman car to enable direct communication.
The Danville Advocate urges clemency for Steve McQueen a 17 year old Rockcastle county youth awaiting execution by electric chair on June 26 The editorial notes his hard limited upbringing in a moonshining region and questions sole blame while emphasizing justice tempered with mercy The piece references historic capital cases in Rockcastle county’s past.
In Augusta Kentucky Roy Hamilton hid moonshine in a secret wall compartment traced from across the river. He fled the livery stable while being escorted to the train but was recaptured and taken to Covington.
Jackson Kentucky June 12 Mrs Sam Grigsby Lost Creek is seriously ill from blood poisoning after a splinter from a ham bone pierced her palm while she tried to unjoint the bone.
The forecast calls for pleasant weather with no temperature change tonight through Tuesday. Light winds and steady conditions are expected as dry air remains in place. No significant precipitation is anticipated amid continued mild comfort for outdoor plans.
Monday market notes from Cincinnati and Louisville dated June 12 show cattle steady hogs steady in Cincinnati while Chicago prices fall. Louisville reports cattle 1300 head steady tops 8.50. hogs 1900 head active tops 10.75. sheep 4700 head active at 4.50 with lambs at 13.50.
Western Normal defeated Eastern 5 to 4 and 10 to 6 at Bowling Green in a doubleheader. Stephen son and Lewis fueled the offense with multiple hits, Western hitters collected 12 and 10 in the two games, and Western hit a home run in each game. Davis led Eastern with three hits in the second game, including two doubles.
The fragment lists scoring marks and base hits for teams labeled Eastern and Western. It mentions two base hits by Mainous and Davis, three base hits by Bates and Cartwright, a home run by Cartwright, and includes the word aces, but lacks full context or complete event details.
Robert Layton age 21 of Garrard county was killed when the car he rode in with Frank Simmons and Andrew Moore left a sharp curve near Berea and overturned into a creek. Embalmer Richards cites the car falling on him as the probable cause. funeral planned for Mt. Freedom cemetery Garrard county.
Owen Patrick a young railroad worker from Ravenna died at a local hospital from injuries after his leg was crushed by a train. He was rushed to the hospital on a special Ravenna railcar, surgeons amputated the limb but he did not survive the shock. He leaves a wife four small children and his parents. Remains sent to Hargett Kentucky for burial.
At Johnson Park Berea on June 12 Paint Lick defeated Blue Lick 7 to 2 with two pitchers Beasley and Cornett holding the Hustlers to eight errors. Bowman allowed nine hits while Beasley and Cornett fanned ten. Umpire Jackson presided as 200 spectators watched a steady contest in 1 hour 40 minutes.
Blue Lick defeated the Yannigans 12 to 7 in a chosen up contest after Berea College team was barred from playing Blue Lick as scheduled. Hustlers players Williams Kinnard, Holland, Trimble and Park contributed.
A brief game update shows Cincinnati losing to New York 3 to 9. The note mentions a Fish season and daily varieties with dressed chickens in stock. Contact Neil at 431 for details.
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