Madison Men Bid on Bonnie Castle Farm Sale
The Bonnie Castle farm in Lincoln county sold Wednesday at Col Swinebroad’s sale and totaled 109422.50 from 625 acres at 175.29 per acre. Buyers included Hughes McCarty Stanford 235.25 for 203 acres and Lincoln bidders McCormack Logan 145 to 151.27 per acre for various tracts.
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Bonnie Castle
Adam Carpenter
Lincoln County
Col. G. B. Swinebroad
Lancaster
Madison County
Cols
Bolivar Bond
John B. Dinwiddie
George L. Toombs
Hughes & McCarty
Stanford
John McCormack
Lincoln
City taxes in Richmond rise as assessed property tops four million
Richmond’s total taxable property for city purposes is listed at 4 392 990 with the board of supervisors completing equalization in five days. The white property owners amount to 3 893 180 and the colored list to 183 180, reflecting adjustments from owners being away while lists were taken. The total last year stood at 4 049 000, signaling a rise of about 300 000. City Tax Collector J D Dykes prepares receipts for early payment.
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Richmond
City Board of Supervisors
Messrs
Wearen Kennedy
L. O. Powell
John C. Powers
Deatherage
J. D. Dykes
Wilson in Belgium Tours War Damage with King
President Wilson arrived in Brussels after a border trek through devastated districts and began a second day of his Belgium visit by motor tour to Charleroi with the King. The king was expected to show him the city’s reconstruction and damage.
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Wilson
Belgium
Associated Press
Brussels
Charleroi
Se - Charleroi
Local Thunder Showers and Fair Weather Forecast
Scattered thunder showers expected this afternoon and tonight with Friday generally fair conditions. Forecasters note variable skies and brief bursts of rain, with mild temperatures and lighter winds in the evening.
Resignation Sought for Bowling Green Book Commission
Governor urged the Bowling Green Normal School book commission to resign after their appointment and adoption of invalid school books drew public criticism. Alexander defended the commission as young men following law interpretation and refused to resign unless forced.
Raiser at First Presbyterian Banquet Brushes $18000 Milestone
Members of the First Presbyterian Church and friends gathered at Masonic Temple for a banquet lasting the season’s peak. Pastor Dr. R L Telford presided as toastmaster as guests surpassed 150 with toasts from Robert R Burnam T J Coates and Miss Maud Gibson among others. The event featured reflections on church history and community, with music from Miss Dot Terrill and Bobbie Frexmied and a light card game to close.
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First Presbyterian Church
Masonic Temple
R. L. Telford
Robert R. Burnam
Richmond
Madison County
T. J. Coates
Eastern Normal
Maud Gibson
Normal
Lucia Cate Bennett
Homer W
Ex Sienhare
Dot Terrill
Bobbie
Federal Grand Jury Indicts Oil Interests in U S
A federal grand jury investigating oil concerns returned a voluminous indictment involving numerous individuals linked to one company. Names are withheld pending arrests in Louisville Kentucky on June 19.
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Associated Press
Louisville
Federal Grand
United States
Don Wiggins Sues Over Alleged Land Deal Losses
Don Wiggins files suit in Winchester against Great Ve Gedes Coke acres ateens and Seasarer for alleged damages in a land deal with Boske sirks lands. J. Jones and Vanders are named in the county action seeking a monetary amount.
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D. C
Labor Wants Oldham In Kentucky Race
The Journal of Labor warns politicians against a selected ticket and endorses R C Oldham for Lieutenant Governor. It argues Oldham is a proven labor ally who supports Woodrow Wilson era principles and represents over sixty thousand union workers in Kentucky.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bread and Meat
Kentucky
Journal of Labor
Kentucky Federation of Labor
Union Trades and Labor Assembly
Louisville Building Trades Council
Union Railroaders of
Labor
R. C. Oldham
Winchester
Oldham
Woodrow Wilson
United States
Market Report Cattle and Hogs Mixed Across Regions
Louisville cattle 150 head slow and unchanged. hogs 3,000 head 50c lower, top $20. sheep 6,800 head steady. Chicago hogs 40c lower. cattle dull. calves and lambs a half lower.
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Louisville
Chicago
Labor Pushes Immigration Restrictions At Atlantic City
At the AFL annual convention in Atlantic City the body adopted a resolution calling for immigration limits during Reconstruction. Delegates debated two hours with conservatives led by Frank Morrison arguing for protection of American labor. The meeting also condemned judiciary usurpation of legislative and executive powers and urged impeachment of judges who overstep authority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Atlantic City
American Federation of Labor
Frank Morrison
Woodford Land Sells High At Boston Safe Auction
In Woodford county yesterday 12 000 acres of improved land sold for an average 213 50 per acre totaling over 266 000 dollars. Tract 1: 324 acres to P P White at 302. Tract 2: 140 acres to W B Boston at 300. Tract 3: 258 acres to J B Boston at 205. Tract 4: 262 acres to P P White at 165. Tract 5: 91 acres to R B Boston at 137. Tract 6: 125 acres to R B Boston at 174 50.
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Boston
Woodford County
P. P . White
W. B. Boston
J. B. Boston
P. P. White
R. B. Boston
Mrs Muncy Dies at Home in Berea
Mrs. Muncy, widow of H. Muncy and 61, dies at her Berea home after a brief bout with influenza. Survived by two sons in business and four other sons plus two daughters. funeral Thursday at Chestnut street home with Rev. J. N. Culton of Richmond officiating. Interment in Berea cemetery.
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Messrs
John
E. H. Muncy
Muncy Brothers
Berea
New Parking Plan Pleases City in Richmond Kentucky
City adopts a new parking ordinance on Main Street from Second to Irvine with marked areas along Main and First streets. The plan aims to ease access for shoppers and begins the publication date with boundaries and curb distances outlined. Street Commissioner Allman marks white lines defining parking zones on Main Street and First Street in a move supported by local merchants.
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Allman
Richmond
City of
Main _ street
First
Second Streets
First Street
Main
Irvine Streets
Main Street
First Streets
Big Reduction Sale At Richmond Millinery Co
Richmond Millinery Company announces a big reduction sale starting Saturday June 21 for one week only with clearance pricing on ladies hats and accessories.
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Richmond
Richmond Millinery Company
Hogkaday Dunn Buys Miss Ballard Farm Near Richmond
Hockady Dunn purchased the estate of the late Miss Nannie Ballard on the Lancaster pike about six miles from Richmond for 1625 per acre. The 162 acre tract was sold under executor Harry S Morgan who advertised widely and with Col Robert Walker handling the sale for the best price under the conditions. Immediately after the sale the Dunn property and related tracts were divided and sold, with A K Doty buying additional parcels for 400.
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Hockady Dunn
Nannie Ballard
Caleast
Lanicaster Pike
Richmond
Robert Walker
My Dunn
A. K. Doty
July Columbia Records on Sale with Notable Picks
Get yours first as the July list appears unusually strong. Highlights include Chestnut selections from Hong Kong performer Chong, Fox Trot numbers, Saxo Sextet, and a Rosary piece by Barbara Maurell. Limited details remain readable.
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Columbia Records
Chong
Hong Kong
Barbara Maurell
Seer
Parking Rules on Main and First Streets
The ordinance describes parking areas on Main and First streets with curbside, perpendicular, single and double file parking. It specifies vehicle movement to the right, forward exits, and possible backing only when unavoidable. The Street Commissioner will mark these areas with white lines.
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Irvine Streets
First Street
Irvine Street
First
Main
First Streets
Main Street
Germans Move Toward Acceptance of Peace Treaty
Paris reports the German attitude may be shifting toward accepting the revised terms. The American delegation remains optimistic while Von Brockdorff-Rantzau resists. signals from Weimar and Berlin suggest both government and people wish for treaty signing and an end to suspense.
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Associated Press
Paris
Germany
Tewns
von Brockdorff-Rantzau
Weimar
National Assembly
Berlin
Valley View Revival Draws Large Local Audience
A Valley View revival drew a large crowd despite farmers lagging in tobacco and crop work. Evangelist DeGarmo preached on sin and grace with scripture from Isa. 53:6 and Rom. 3. The singing by Singer Elsey and piano by Miss Lelia Wells highlighted the service. Local residents including Rev. Kirby Smith attended. evening services moved to 8:30 and will likely stay there.
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Valley View
Evangelist DeGarmo
Christ
Elsey
Lelia Wells
Forest Hill
W. J. Daugherty
C. J. Sowers
Bayes Pinion Sale Details From Boyle County Auction
The record lists cattle sales including eight yearling males bought by Mrs Brannon of Tennessee from F T Logan for 1000 dollars, seven head for James McGinnis for 728.50, seven head from J Cress for 765, four ace Sorel ties for sepck fone for 427, and five from Giteed Ga Cobb and son for 625.
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Boylee County
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