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Newspaper
Richmond Daily Register
Location
Richmond, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jun 17, 1919
Page
1
Paris June 17 The Echo de Paris cites Marcel Hutin reporting most peace conference members think Germany will not sign the peace treaty. Only one delegate believed otherwise, arguing non signing would invite force.
Weimer on June 17 reports that allied terms reached there last night and immediately caused visible depression among German leaders. Officials and foreign office members conveyed strong pessimism and resentment though they spoke only privately.
A cablegram from the American Federation of Labor in Atlantic City indicates the telegraph strike may be presented to President Wilson. Perry Thomas, Deputy International President of the Commercial Telegraphers' Union, states the move is under consideration.
Ten strike leaders were arrested at their homes and deputies seized a Bolshevik themed literature from the Labor Temple used by the strike. Among those seized were R. D. Russell deemed the strike leader a preacher and four Russian agitators.
Robert Peel died at his Edwards avenue home Sunday afternoon after a lingering illness at age 72. He was a Baptist church member, devoted husband and father, survived by his wife and two daughters. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon with burial at Richmond cemetery.
Brest June 1 an American soldier was killed, two are dying and about a hundred injured when a Knights of Columbus hut collapsed during a boxing match at Pontenezen last night.
Miss Mynne B Wagers state labor inspector for this district says no employment certificates for children under 14. She rejects reports that under 14s could work when school is out and notes the law forbids any such employment in street work stores or factories at any time.
Mrs Josephine Cox widow of Dr F C Cox of Newby appointed guardian for her three infant children Freda Anna pay and Louise Gibson Cox with Dr W Moss Gibson as surety near Carlisle Vernon Smart 21 killed and four young girls injured in Sunday night accident when Bate dsste dropped on over Smart ar ee
Washington June 17 The Senate Committee on Privileges and Elections unanimously recommends an investigation of the Michigan senatorial contest in which Henry Ford challenges Senator Truman Newberry a Republican.
President Wilson plans a three week speaking tour after arriving from Paris. He aims to explain the peace treaty and the League of Nations. He will visit major cities across the country with a swing around the circle in July.
In Frankfort on Monday two federal suits seek injunctions against Southwestern Petroleum of West Virginia and Cliff Petroleum of New York. Frank Hudson and George Collins of Lexington and Gravity Oil Co of Delaware claim ownership of land in Lee County and want a ruling that they own the oil and gas and that the companies account for and pay for all oil taken.
Washington June 17 Bulletin reports the House Judiciary Committee voted ten to three to deny Rep Igo of Missouri a motion to recommend repeal of wartime prohibition as it affects light wines and beer.
Misses Elizabeth Adams and Estelle Garrison visit Mr and Mrs J B Adams. Charles F Denman and B B Myers of Nicholasville were here on business. T S Barr, W B Glass and J L Gaugh of Wilmore travel to Richmond for Methodist conference en route to College Hill. Mrs Larue Duerson learns her sister Mrs Thayer Thomas is bound for China to join Naval Paymaster Thomas aboard the U S S Wilmington after Manila service.
The Kentucky automobile department at Frankfort collected 32051.95 in May, up from 21322.25 a year earlier. Since January 1, 73597 licenses have been issued, with 58810 licenses in 1918. Field men report pursuing cases of cars being trucks and some dealers implicated in similar activity.
A quirky line notes Rookwood Coffee’s debut tasting and claims the brand wins over skeptics with bold flavor and marketing. The brief hints at memorable branding and early consumer reactions without detailing specific events.
Washington reports from multiple sources indicate anxiety that Villa's Villistas may retaliate against Americans in the Mexican region controlled by Villa after U S troops routed his band near Juarez. Mexican officials reportedly refuse to discuss the Villa incident while State Department says no protest was made by Mexico over U S troops entering Mexico to disperse Villa.
After three days of heavy fighting near Juarez the border settles back to routine. All American troops are back on the U S side. Villa's column is south of Salalayuca Chihuahua and General Gonzales resumes full control of the Juarez district.
Judge A M J Cochran presides a special federal court session to hear cases not taken at April term with noted Kentucky and Tennessee attorneys present. A major suit involves two coal companies from Tennessee and Kentucky with figures like Judge John Jennings Jr and Elwood Hamilton among attendees. oil case witnesses include Eph Angel and E W Bailey with others from Lexington, Winchester, Beattyville and beyond.
Pryse Arbill of the American E F arrived safely at Newport News on June 11. Rev and Mrs R R Murphy and their son cannot depart for Japan due to Mrs Murphy failing a physical. The Rev Murphy formerly served at Washington Street Presbyterian Church in Winchester. Northbound train 156 from Paris derailed after hitting a wind damaged sugar load. crew and passengers helped rescue a trapped passenger.
Mayor L P Evans outlines six objectives for observing Boy Scout Work June 18 to 22. The drive aims to recognize scouting, engage churches and schools, recruit troops, enroll associate members, and raise funds for first class councils. Madison county’s quota is $500 with committees and volunteers named. kickoff Thursday at 9 a.m. to assign territories.
Jim Spillman of Mercer county has become wealthy through Texas oil interests. About eight years ago he bought 620 acres at 25 dollars per acre near Burke Burnette and Ranger fields. He leased the tract to a syndicate for 16000 dollars for one year to bore for oil, with Spillman earning one eighth of all oil produced plus the lease price if oil is found.
The letter from Mrs Abigail Adams wife of the second president dated June 8 1779 notes extreme wartime prices with corn four dollars a bushel labor eight dollars a day rising to twelve in three weeks linens two hundred a yard calico thirty to forty broadcloth forty pounds per yard molasses twenty dollars a gallon sugar four dollars a pound Bohea tea forty meat six to eight shillings a pound and board sixty dollars a week yet pioneers remained steadfast relying on God and American resilience to justify hopeful abundance in later years.
Auto owners learn the Richmond Vulcanizing Company will soon handle all tire and inner tube repairs with an unconditional guarantee. Trial invited at the L. N. passenger depot location, 169 ip.
F H Gordon advertises for 10000 bushels of blue grass seed seeking the highest cash price. This classified item notes a cash market opportunity and identifies the buyer.
Louisville cattle 200 slow hogs 2800 steady sheep 4400 steady all unchanged Cincinnati hogs steady Chicago lower cattle slow lambs a half lower
Generally fair conditions continue tonight and Wednesday with warmer temperatures. No significant precipitation is expected and overnight lows remain mild.
A small cyclone swept Madison County near Red House late Monday afternoon. The storm caused extensive crop losses including Mr. Sam Todd and Charles Davis. trees blocked roads, Otter Creek flooded, and several animals died from lightning. Dr. D J Williams rescued motorists before his car stalled. Residents urge a bridge over Otter Creek at Red House as reports tally several thousand dollars in damage.
On June 17 the American Federation of Labor adopted a resolution urging Congress to recognize the Irish republic and to give Irish representatives a hearing at the Paris peace conference. It placed American organized labor in favor of Ireland self-determination.
The army casualty list notes Conrad Watt from rural free delivery 69 Hopkinsville Kentucky was killed in action. Watt is listed among the soldiers reported as killed in action in the June 17 roll.
H L Wallace of Paint Lick Kentucky joined many others at Centre College Danville for its centennial celebration. The piece notes Wallace is a 1878 Central University graduate along with five classmates, listing the living Robert Burnam A H Jewell and H L Wallace, and the deceased Robert Breck Inridge A G Woods and EF H Dickey.
A 400 pound red heifer went missing from the Don Algon farm near Ford. A $5 reward is offered for information leading to her recovery. Contact H. F. Marcum at Red House Kentucky.
100 army tents 16 by 16 feet 9 oz duck canvas for sale cheap contact Jas Parke Red House Kentucky AP Stead.
County teachers met Saturday at the call of Superintendent Ben F Edwards and agreed on a year of work including daily devotional exercises special training through Eastern Normal College salary discussions and an Improvement League in each district Speakers included Phillip S Brook and Rev D H Starns with boards and several teachers registered from Berea Richmond Waco and other areas Colored teachers also attended.
In Franklin Circuit Court C C Molloy county attorney of Lyon County sues the State Tax Commission to determine its power to order an equalization of Lyon County assessments after a $150000 increase was imposed to raise valuation to 85 percent of cash value. A citizen protest claimed unequal assessments and a field expert supported the protest. The commission then ordered a uniform reassessment by the Board of Supervisors.
Four people escaped injury when Mrs Mattie drove into a scene Sunday night causing minor bruises to bystanders. They were returned home by police ambulance. Lost items include a purse found near a store and a stolen vehicle report. Boonesboro incident dated May 30 lists a missing item and a suspect sought.
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