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Newspaper

Richmond Daily Register

Location

Richmond, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

May 13, 1920

Page

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Masonic Master Mason Degree Conferment at Union City

J. D. Hamilton Lodge No. 78 F and A M Union City conferred the Master Mason degree on L. W. Dunbar of Richmond and Gordon Rupard of Union City. A village banquet followed with speeches by John D. Hamilton and others. Visitors from Wichita and Tucumcari praised the exemplary degree work and lodge growth continues across several states.

J. D. Hamilton Lodge Union City L. W. Dunbar Richmond Gordon Rupard D .Hamilton John D Hamilton J. G. Bosley C. C. Gentry Otto Jett Wichita Kansas Charles B. Hamilton Tucumcari N. M J. D. Hamilton Lodge Joseph West W. D. Hamilton J. A. Kunkel J. R. Dunbar R. C. Boggs R. M. Phelps Rodger Eades J. M. Risk Reynolds Denny S. M. Hamilton Joseph Hamilton J. W. Hamilton W. R. Harris A. C. Berry C. B. Hamilton Jacob Shearer W. J. Wagers Elvada Tudor B. Benton R. L. Potts

Strikers Return To Work At Pittsburg and Lake Erie

Six hundred shopmen yardmen and trainmen of the Pittsburg and Lake Erie railroad returned to work at Dickerson Run marking the most important break in the strike since it began a month ago.

Associated Press Pittsburg Pittsburg and Lake Erie Railroad Dickerson Run

Underwood and Heflin Lead in Alabama Senate Primary

Returns from most Alabama counties show Underwood with about nine thousand votes ahead and Heflin at roughly thirteen thousand more than his nearest rival, strengthening their nomination claims after Tuesday's primary despite some precincts and counties missing.

Associated Press Montgomery Ala Alabama Underwood Heflin United States

All of a Sudden Peggy stars Jack Mulhall in new film

Marguerite Clark features Jack Mulhall as the chief male lead in All of a Sudden Peggy. Mulhall, a New York City native, rose from juvenile screen parts to leading man status after stage and vaudeville work. The film, showing tonight at local theatres, follows an Irish girl whose wit upends an English lord household and wins a husband amid comic misadventures.

Marguerite Clark Peggy Jack Mulhall New York City Orpheum James K. Hatchett

Kentucky Weather Outlook Cloudy and Cool Parts Tonight

A weather forecast for Kentucky warns of cloudy skies and continued cool conditions tonight with cooler temperatures continuing into Friday especially in the southern portion. The north may see slight relief but overall, residents should expect brisk and chilly conditions.

Adolibia John Seeks to Bring Family from Palestine

Adolibia John, longtime resident south of Richmond, near his 75th birthday, plans to sponsor his family from Palestine to the United States. He, baptized in the River Jordan, recounts experiences from his homeland and aims to provide funds for their journey to Madison County seeking a tranquil life away from war’s toll.

Adolibia John Richmond United States Palestine John Jordan Madison County

Madison students win honors at Kentucky Commencement

Four Madison youths are listed among Kentucky University graduates. Jim Park earns high distinction as a Law senior. Smith Park receives distinction in Engineering. Lucille Rice earns Honorable Mention in Arts and Sciences as a sophomore and Zerelda Noland a senior.

Old Madison University of Kentucky College of Law Jim Park College of Engineering Smith Park College of Arts and Sciences Lucille Rice Zerelda Noland

Lexington Folk to Attend Festival

Lexington will have a strong turnout at the May Music Festival with many from the city expected Friday. The large chorus rehearsals under Dr. S. S. Myers promise a chorus of unusual quality and quantity for the program.

Lexington

Eastern Normal School Baseball Hits London Swing

The Eastern Normal School team returns from London after two losses to Sue Bennett College, 7 to 5 in the final game. Sue Bennett will visit next Tuesday and Wednesday for rematch, then the squad travels to Stanford for an afternoon clash.

Eastern Normal School London Sue Bennett College Sue Bennett Stanford

Cuba-bound horses bought by Dr Honore F Lainie

Dr Honore F Lainie of Cuba visited Boyle and purchased four walking horses from Mack Hughes for 1135 dollars and a five year old stallion from Henry Baughman via J K Baughman of Houstonville.

Honore F. Lainie Cuba Island Boyle Mack Hughes J. K. Baughman Hustonville Henry Baughma

Governor Proclaims American Legion Week in Kentucky

Governor Edwin P. Morrow issues a proclamation from Frankfort declaring May 17 to 22 as American Legion Week. The document urges enlistment and public support, calling on citizens to promote the Legion among veterans of the war.

American Legion Merrow Frankfort Commonwealth of Kentucky Cneey Edwin P. Morrow

Path of Rounds Brings Big Price in Hound Sale

Alex Parrish, renowned fox hound producer, reports the sale of top stock on Thursday. Roamer and Sal, prizewinning dogs, sold to Mr. J C Uunt of Oklahoma for $500. The dogs won at the Central Kentucky trials and national trials last fall, regarded among the state’s best. Previously, multiple consignments have gone to Oklahoma from this county, yielding notable records since last year.

Alex Parrish Sal J.C. Uunt Oklahoma Central Kentucky

Destruction of Police Barracks Across Ireland

Widespread attacks last night wiped out at least 19 police barracks in various parts of Ireland. Five income tax and customs offices were raided and the papers destroyed. Insurgent bands carried out the assaults in multiple locations.

Dublin Ireland

Wanted two or more rooms for housekeeping

Mrs George Blanton seeks housekeeping space and offers contact by phone 616 for 115 Ip location details and availability.

George Blanton

Louisville Races Finish With Notable Inquiries

Lady Luxury and Dancing Spray led the field with an inquiry following the race. Tom Norris and Will o the Wisp trailed, while merchants Sam McMeekin and Dr. Rea also featured in the results.

Lady Luxury Dancing Spray Inquiry Tom Norris Will O’ the Wisp Philandere Merchant Sam McMeekin Dr. Rea

Tiny Nations Seek League of Nations Admission

Applications from Iceland Georgia San Marino and Luxembourg for admission to the League of Nations are to be considered by the League's Council meeting soon in Rome Italy. The move has sparked interest in these lands and their peoples.

Associated Press New York Iceland Republic of Georgia San Marino Luxemburg League of Nations Council of the League Rome Italy

Disorders in Ireland Rise as Attacks Ring City Barracks

Reports from Ireland describe a surge in armed masked activity across regions. Police barracks were attacked and destroyed in Belfast area while income tax offices faced major damage and document loss, signaling widespread disorder.

Associated Press London Ireland Belfast

Baptists Call for Strict Prohibition in Party Platforms

At Washington on May 13 the Southern Baptist convention adopted resolutions urging both parties to commit to enforcing the prohibition amendment and to avoid nominating any president candidate not pledged to that policy. The measures accuse brewers and paid agents of trying to weaken the law by pushing wine and beer as a wedge to restore the saloon.

Associated Press Washington Southern Baptist Convention

Socialists Nominate Debs for President at Convention

Eugene Debs federal convict number 2253 serving a ten year sentence in Atlanta Ga for violating the espionage act was nominated by acclamation for President of the United States by the Socialist party convention in New York. Cheers greeted the naming of the Socialist leader.

Associated Dpress New York Eugene Debs Atlanta United States Socialist Party

Navy Chief Claims Forgery In Cablegram Case

Secretary Daniels told the Senate Naval committee that a cablegram criticizing the convoy system bore a forged signature. He said he found a version not signed by him and urged Admiral Sims to identify the person who altered the signature.

Associated Press Washington Secretary of the Navy Daniels Senate Naval Investigating Committee Admiral Sims Navy Sims

Hoosier Republicans Back Wilson Resistance at State Convention

The resolutions committee of the Republican state convention in Indianapolis accuses President Wilson of delaying ratification of the peace treaty and reaffirms opposition to the League covenant as submitted. It also endorses Senate Republicans’ stance. United States Senators Watson and New, Gov. Goodrich, and former Senator Beveridge win delegates-at-large to the national convention. two men and two women are named as alternates.

Associated Press Indianapolis Ind Resolutions Committee Wilson Senate Republicans United States Watson Goodrich Beveridge

Whitlock Twins Boost Work Force as Family Grows

Richard Whitlock of near Peyton-town says he faces no labor shortage with twin sons Robert and James joining the family. He and the mother are reported well, with Sheriff Whitlock among relatives in the city.

Richard Whitlock Peytontown Richmond Robert James Sheriff Whitlock

Robbery at Louisville Federal Building Stolen Whisky

Thieves forced entry to a government storage room on the third floor of a Louisville federal building by climbing a transom and carried off four cases of bottled in bond whisky seized by prohibition officers. The raid occurred near the office of Internal Revenue Collector Hamilton.

Federal Louisville Internal Revenue Hamilton

Have You This Paper Daily Register Seeking 1900s copies

The Daily Register offers ten cents per copy of its Thursday January 1 1920 issue. It requests three copies from any readers with access to the paper and promises payment upon delivery.

Daily Register

Disciples Drive Gets a Good Start

The World Movement of the Disciples of Christ shows strong early momentum. Lexington reports include Central church with $11,000 and Old Union Fayette county with $1,139, plus Shelleyville and Newtown in Scott county meeting quotas. Transylvania College and associated colleges pledge $13,250. Large gifts come from Bloomington Illinois $100,008 and Kansas City $150,600.

World Movement The Disciples of Christ J. W. Hagin Lexington Central Church of Union Fayette County Shelleyville Newtown Scott County Mayslick Mason County Transylvania College College of the Bible and Hamilton College University of Nankin Hospital China Kentucky Bloomiington Ill Kansas City Washington, D Cleveland

James Reynolds Dies in San Antonio

The death of James Reynolds occurred early this week in San Antonio Texas. Mrs Bettie Reynolds extends sympathy as family sorrow follows the loss. The interment will be Friday at Maple Grove cemetery in Nicholas beside his father Rev Toy Reynolds.

Bettie Reynolds John Reynolds San Antonio Texas

April Delineators Advertised at Caliat McKee’s Store

The April Delineators issue is on display at Caliat McKee’s store, inviting readers to view new patterns and designs. The item list appears briefly with a storefront note.

Caliat MckKee’s

Everything on wheels going at L and N in Richmond

The L and N railroad is using stock cars to haul merchandise through Richmond with all rolling stock at command. Reports say seven things on wheels are moving, and the company plans to expand facilities soon. Increased coal movement in this state and others adds activity and improves conditions locally.

L. & N. Railroad Richmond

May Clearance Sale Opens Saturday at Muncy Bros Furniture

The Big Mid Month May Clearance Sale begins Saturday morning at Muncy Bros Furniture Store. Local shoppers can expect discount furniture and home goods with special weekend hours and early bird offers.

Muncy Bros

Markets Review: Cattle Hogs Mixed in Louisville Report

May 13 market notes show Cincinnati hogs 75 cents lower, Chicago slow, cattle steady, calves 13.50 lower. Louisville cattle 100 head steady, hogs 25 cents lower tops 14.50, sheep 200 higher, lambs 18 dollars.

Cincinnati Chicago Louisville Cattel

Reds Lose to Giants in Cincinnati Shutdown

The Cincinnati Reds were blanked 0 to 6 by the New York Giants in a game held today. Giants pitching and timely hitting limited the Reds to zero runs as New York pulled away with six runs.

REDS Giants Cincinnati New York

Court of Appeals to Hear Madison County Case

Madison County battles Clay's Ferry Bridge Co will go to the Court of Appeals after Judge Shackelford sustained a demurrer to the petition. Thomas Prather awarded 200 against Zeigier and Lear for a fall from defective tobacco tier supports. Jones Brothers win 75 from L N railroad over a cow death. Monyahan and Forbes v Richmond Buick Co set for Thursday. term ends with a cleared docket before May 17 start.

Madison County Clay’s Ferry Bridge Company Court of Appeals Shackelford Madison Circuit Court Thomas Prather Zeigier Lear

Prohibition Confusion Roils Kentucky Enforcement

The Associated Press reports Kentucky prohibition officials in chaos after the mysterious visit of Prohibition Inspector R. S. Knight from Richmond Virginia. Knight says he came to issue directions while Scott Isbel, western district chief, says his only instruction was to remain silent as officers operate at scattered points.

Associated Press Louisville The Times Today Prohibition Kentucky R. S. Knight Richmond Knight Scott Isbel Western District

Return of Dead to Begin Sept 15

Major Stone Norman of the Red Cross says the War Department will start returning deceased soldiers after September 15, 1920. Next of kin can learn details at the Red Cross office in the Oldham building. About 77,000 American burials have been registered with 71,000 in France.

Stone Norman Home Service Section Red Cross War Department Oldham United States Russia France

For Sale Milk Cow Ready for Sale at Any Time

Local dairy listing by Gc I Baldwin Richmond offers a well kept milk cow for sale. Cow is fresh and available now with contact via phone 225-xX star route Richmond. 101 4t itw p

I. Baldwin Richmond

Big Mid Month May Clearance Sale Highlight Majestic Range

The sale promotes a demonstration of the Majestic Range on Saturday during the big mid month clearance. Limited details provided but emphasizes the Majestic Range feature and weekend event.

County Diploma Examinations Here

County diploma examinations will be held in the courthouse starting Friday for eighth graders advancing to high school. The two day test covers six subjects each day with a larger listing than prior years. For the first time white and colored students will be tested together under a new law aimed at expediting examinations. County Superintendent Edwards expects most examinees will pass based on teachers reports.

Knights Templar of Kentucky Lexington Stoll Field A. A. Kenshaw Covington Oleika Mystic Shrine Knights Templar Phoenix Hotel Oleika Patrol Fayette Tobacco Company Mill Bolivar Lexington Patrol Court House Edwards

Fortune inquiry into Bluebeard victim Delaney case

Arthur Jackson of Hodgenville Kentucky and Nina Delaney relatives pursue about 20000 dollars they claim the victim’s fortune. Funeral in Hodgenville drew many locals as relatives report letters from Mexico misattributed handwriting. an attorney will travel west for full inquiry.

Arthur Jackson Hodgenville Nina Lee Delaney Bluebeard California

Big Mid Month May Clearance Sale Opens Saturday

Store invites all shoppers to the Big Mid Month May Clearance Sale starting Saturday morning and promises a present to every visitor.

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