Governor Morrow Attends Flag Raising at University
Gov Edwin P Morrow joined the flag raising ceremony at the University building as the convocation of State School Teachers entered its second day. The program highlighted classroom inspections and talks on rural schools, with Dr Ernest Burnham of Kalamazoo and a quartet from Kentucky and Indiana delivering notable performances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ernor Edwin P. Morrow
Michigan
Ernest Burnham
Kalamazoo
J. W. Treland
Frankfort
C. B. Fallis
Danville
Morrow
Richmond
Myers
C. N. McAllister
Normal
Berea College
Dr. Burham
George Colvin
John Noland
Board of Education
T. J. Coates
C. A. Keith
Eastern
Teachers’ Institute
E. C. McDougle
H. H. Cherry
Western Kentucky State Normal School
Madison Democrats Return From State Convention in High Spirits
Madison county delegates report strong prospects for victory in presidential and state races. Laura Clay wins a national convention at large slot, James B. Parks named alternate from the 8th district, with W H Shanks and M M Shields as regular delegates. Judge Shackelford could be a 1923 governor candidate, while other figures like Eugene Moynahan and George T. Davis push for and against various party positions. Col J R Dunbar attends, a veteran presence at gatherings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Madison County
Madison
Cox
Camden
Laura Clay
James B. Parks
W. H. Shanks
Lincoln County
T. E. Baldwin
M. M. Shields
Spencer County
Parks
W. R. Shackelford
Permanent Organization
Judge Shackelford
Heavy school tax may be asked by city officials
Richmond officials discuss a proposed school tax levy likely to rise from the current 50 cents to as much as 80 cents per $100 of property. The City Board of Education plans to present the levy tonight at the City Council meeting. Total need cited around 49,890 dollars, with debate over urgency of funds to raise teacher salaries versus repairs at the Madison Institute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond
City Board of Education
J. Howard Payne
Madison Institute
Markets Report Cattle Steady Hogs Active In Cincinnati
Cincinnati markets show cattle steady with hogs down 250 in quiet trading. Chicago demand strong as Louisville reports cattle 200 steady hogs 2500 active sheep 250 steady and overall prices unchanged.
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Cincinnati
Chicago
Louisville
Convocation Schedule for University Buildings
Supt. George Colvin presides over convocation events at Roark Hall University Hall Rural School Power Plant and Sullivan Hall. Inspection of the new training school building planned for 8:30 a.m. Friday morning at University Hall and 7:30 a.m. sessions in Roark Hall.
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Roark Hall
University Hall
Sullivan Hall
George Colvin
Irvine Police Nab Notorious Suspect Perry
Irvine police claim to have arrested Perry and Dick Howell who was indicted by the Canton Ohio grand jury for the murder of Anthony Shotnickey, a Canton city detective. Canton officers seek Howell, believed captured in Irvine after a lengthy pursuit across Ohio and West Virginia. A $1500 reward had been offered for Perry and Irvine City Marshal Philpot’s trusted team earned praise for the catch.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irvine
Perry
Dick Howell
Canton
Ohio
Anthony Shotnickey
Howell
West Virginia
Philpot
Flour Takes A Jump In Minneapolis Market
Flour rose sharply to a new high in Minneapolis today as quotes gained 50 cents per barrel. The price climbed to 16 dollars, reflecting strong buying and market momentum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Minneapolis, Minn
McCall Nominated to Tariff Commission
Samuel McCall former governor of Washington was nominated today by the President to serve as a member of the Tariff Commission. The nomination adds a noted state leader to the federal tariff review body.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Samuel
Sy Associated T’ress) McCall
Tariff Commission
Democrats Back Light Wine The Volstead Pact
New Haven May 6 Democrats at the state convention adopted a platform calling for revision of the Volstead enforcement act to permit sale of light wines and beer. They condemned Republicans for delaying peace treaty ratification and voiced sympathy for the Irish people seeking self government. The convention rejected a motion for the state delegation to the San Francisco convention to vote as a unit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
New Haven
Conn
Wilson
San Francisco
Tobacco and fertilizer prompt shipment ad in Waco Ky
The notice advertises tobacco and corn fertilizer availability with prompt shipment. Contact C. M. Embry at phone 31-2 in Waco Kentucky for orders.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. M. Embry
Waco
New Regent for EKU Normal Named
From Frankfort comes word that Chas. P. Weaver of Ashland has been appointed to the Board of Regents of Eastern Kentucky State Normal School by Gov. Morrow. Weaver replaces W. A. Price of Corbin and is described as prominent in Big Sandy business and education circles. He has served on his hometown board of education and was recommended by T. A. Fields, former internal revenue collector for the 7th district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frankfort
Chas. P. Weaver
Ashland
Regents
Eastern Kentucky State Normal School
Girl Uses Forged Checks and Flees to Train Depot
A expelled State Normal student, lacking funds, forged checks drawn mostly on local banks and one on Hazard KY. She cashed money from several merchants, fled to the depot, bought a ticket west, and was apprehended before boarding the train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Normal
Hazard
Revolution grows as Mexican revolts widen control
Advices say Carranza garrisons at Torcon revolted and rebels seized the city. No trains left Mexico City as the revolution expands, with government reports noting a rapid weakening of Carranza's grip and rising revolutionary activity across the country.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Nay
Advicss
Carranza
Torcon
Mexico City
Mexico
Potter Nominated to Interstate Commerce Commission
Mark W. Potter of New York, president of the Carolina, Clinchfield and Ohio railway, is nominated to the Interstate Commerce Commission. He has 15 years of interest in Kentucky mountain development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Mark W. Potter
New York
Carolina, Clinchfield and Ohio Railway
Interstate Commerce Commission
Kentucky
Reverend Goforth to Preach at Kavanaugh Church
Rev Lewis Goforth of Wilmore will preach at Kavanaugh church Sunday evening May 9 at 7 30. Mercer county fair dates moved to July 28 to 30 inclusive replacing August schedule.
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Lewis Goforth
Wilmore
Kavanaugh Church
Gibson family given prison sentences for Deputy Sheriff murder
David Gibson and his son Marion received an 18 year term, while George Gibson received a two year sentence in state prison at Albany for the murder of Deputy Sheriff Simmons Danville.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Gibson
Marion
Geo. Gibson
Albany
Simmons
Grand and Petit Jurors Selected for May Term
Judge W. R. Shackelford of the Madison Circuit Court opened the May term and selected grand and petit juries. He warned jurors of a heavy docket and asked those with farming duties to serve if possible. The foreman of the grand jury and the list of jurors are named, with a plan to inspect county institutions and report findings to expedite the docket. The judge also noted jail safety concerns and the need for a furnace and infirmary inspections, proposing a committee to tour sites.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Shackelford
Madison Circuit Court
Shackenford
Shackelford
T. J. Kellums
E. C. Lane
Millard Winkler
Ed Broaddus
C. B. Arnett
P. W. Tipton
Jack Wagers
G. A. Ballard
B. M. Igo
Judge Shackelford
The American Clearing Company land clearing venture
The American Clearing Company outlines a plan to buy southern land, clear stumps with a steam pulling machine, and sell 100 to 500 acre farms. They project profits from stump turpentine, resin, pine oil, and lath production, with bonds and taxes financing clearing on 14,600 acres in Florida.
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American Clearing Company
South
Alabama
Florida
Ohio
Bermuda
Leader of Firemen Levels Labor Propaganda Charge
Washington May 6 President Timothy Healy head of the Brotherhood of Stationary Firemen accuses a high government official of spreading despicable propaganda against labor Healy says wage workers are depicted as enemies of the government in remarks tied to the Justice Department May Day threat of demonstration and violence Healy does not name the official.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Washington
Timothy Healy
Brotherhood of Stationary Firemen
Railroad Labor Board
Healy
Department of Justice
Judge earns laughs with sober plea during prohibition era
A judge lightens the jury room by noting men were intoxicated recently during National Prohibition. He asks for expediency, then wryly comments on drinking in the era. An elderly spectator praises the judge for giving a square deal. For sale Ford truck, calls 465.
Union College Wins Second Baseball Game in Series
Union College defeats Normal 4 to 1 to even the two game set after a first game setback. Eastern Gray led the scoring with a 3 run first inning, while Union answered with four runs in the first and a final tally in the seventh. Pitchers Rice and Tye split the mound work for Eastern and Union respectively as the series leans to balanced competition.
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Union College
Gray
Rice
Pope
Combs
Bourne
Reid
Mainons
Webb
Goodman
Union
Overly
Burnette
Barker
Tye
J. Howard
Faulkner
Franklin
Blair
Dunbar
RHE
Ikastern
Mainous
Callihan
Coleman
Gregory
Howard
Shelton
Clodfieider
Madison County Track Meet Program Released
The program for Friday’s track meet at State Normal School includes events for Madison County schools with Intercollegiate Union teams and Sue Bennett Memorial and Normal. Students from local and public schools compete in sprints relays hurdles jumps throws and distance runs across all grades with teams from H S colleges and unions listed.
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State Normal School
Madison County
Union
Sue Bennett Memorial
Normal School
H. S
H. S. Boys College
College
IH. S
Hh. S
mile—College
Intercollegiate Union College
Sue Bennett
Normal
Benson says he warned Sims against British influence
Admiral William D. Benson testified before the Senate committee that he warned Rear Admiral William Sims both before and during World War II not to let his friendship with the British affect decisions. He said a misinterpretation surrounded his remark about choosing sides between Britain and Germany.
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Washington
Wim. Benson
Naval Operations
Senate Investigating Committee
Sims
Benson
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Governor Morrow
James B. Parker
Fisco
Pee Eugene Moynahan
Mr. Moynahan
George T. Davis
Casey County
Col. Ripy
Judge Gilbert
Davis
Gilbert
Col
J. R. Dunbar
Percinct
Col. Dunbar
Old Madison
Man Runneth
Irvine Police
McCall On
E. K. Normal
Potter
W. F- Higgins
Circle Girls of
First Christain Church
Circuit Court
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