This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 15 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Richmond Daily Register
Location
Richmond, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1922
Page
2
The Richmond Daily Register notes the murder case in Kentucky, arguing there was no extenuating circumstance and calling the crime cold-blooded. The piece suggests that severe penalties may deter criminals and restore public safety.
Madison county readers reject sentimentality for clemency in the case of McQueen who has been convicted of the cold blood murder of Uncle Ike near Big Hill just over the Rockcastle county line. The Danville Advocate runs a lengthy plea for mercy while reliable sources say McQueen and an accomplice sat with the victim's remains before burial.
Senator J Thomas Hefflin of Alabama blasts the Republican tariff bill for taxes from birth to death. He cites taxes on millstones used to grind bread and other duties as examples of unjust taxation in the measure. Hefflin recalls votes against increased levies and warns the public of widespread fiscal impact.
A speaker attacks the Republican tax policy describing higher levies on medicines potash and cement while accusing the party of deflationary hardship for the South and West. He cites cement use for graves and roads, salt taxes and the Salt Trust, calling the policy a burden on farmers merchants and laborers.
The central Kentucky Chambers of Commerce district meeting will be held in Owingsville on June 20 with the Lexington Chamber booster trip also meeting in Bath county capital. The Woman's Club hosts lunch for delegates. Hon. Joseph Boggs will speak on the Midland Trail and Bath county's role in the highway project.
The revival at Mt Pleasant Christian Church began Sunday June 11 and runs through Sunday June 24. Rev Cieo Purvis of Ravenna preaches in his usual manner. The public is invited to attend.
A collage of satirical quips about global politics and American figures. The piece notes Mexico returning to normality, Russia lacking a man, the Genoa conference avoiding disturbances, and mentions of Tom Watson, Henry Ford, and Mr Pinchot with a political funding angle.
A stage quip features a millionaire telling students his success comes from pluck. Students ask who to target for luck, prompting a witty exchange about finding the right people to pluck and the nature of opportunity.
Public sale set for Saturday June 17 at 2 p m at the seller's Estill Avenue home. Items include household and kitchen furniture, carpenters tools, and a 450 foot 11 4 inch cable. Harry Hopper Long Tom Chenault Auctioneer 137 5poc.
We express our sincere appreciation for the many kindnesses flowers and other attentions at the time of our deep bereavement. C C Frazier and family Ip.
Sr H H Butler states he uses REAT-SNAP around his hospitals every three months to stop rats. He claims AT-SNAP catches all rats he sees and urges immediate use at first sign. Available in three sizes 35c 65c and 1.25, sold and guaranteed by Douglas & Simmons and Stockton and Son. June.
Citizens in Kansas honored their editor with a bouquet and a church quartet singalong. A minister spoke as six strong men carried the editor to a vintage sedan and the town formed a parade behind his car before returning home in quiet reflection.
A reader recounts finding a setter dead and notes using RAT SNAP to kill rats. The ad promotes three sizes 35c 65c and 1.25 and lists Douglas Simmons Stock ton and Son as sellers with a June date.
One year ago today Admiral William S Sims denied making derogatory statements about the Irish and said he was miscast. In Leitchfield Aaron Scott and Ruey Becke were fatally wounded in a pistol fight. George Taylor was killed by Henry Lawler in another Leitchfield shooting. In Louisville Ralph Morgan wounded his wife during a rent dispute. In Washington President Harding said he would consult the Shipping Board about withdrawing the United States from ship operation. Mrs Benjamin Hedges in Cincinnati offered to trade four children for four days, noting landlords prefer dogs to children.
A playful classroom exchange features Clarice refusing a hug while the teacher asks for a decline. The dialogue centers on social boundaries and polite boundaries within a school setting.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.