Davis Campaign Backs Light Wine and Beer for Congress
Danville Kentucky May 18 George T Davis of Liberty Casey county announced he would stump the Eighth district on foot for the Democratic nomination for Congress on a platform favoring light wines and beer. His opponents include Frank I Ripy of Lawrenceburg a former army Colonel and Ralph Gilbert of Shelbyville a former County Judge.
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Associated Press
Danville
George T. Davis
Liberty
Casey County
Congress
Davis
Lawrenceburg
Ralph Gilbert
Shelbyville
Deadlock on Army Reorganization Bill
Washington May 18 Senate and House conferees reached a deadlock over the army reorganiztion bill. Senate provisions would reorganize the force and a House vote was anticipated. The dispute persisted despite a Senate offer to strike the voluntary training provision for youths aged 18 to 21.
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Associated Press
Washington
Senate
House
Plot discovered but strike failed in Paris
Paris authorities say they obtained documents proving Soviet rule would have started in France if the May 1 strikes had succeeded. Diamonds sapphires and rubles abroad linked two leaders of the extremist movement and police claim Paris and six other cities were ready to back leadership if the strikes had succeeded.
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Paris
France
Moscow
Copenhagen
REPUB. LEADERS IN CONFERENCE IN WASHINGTON
Washington May 18 conferences may shape the Republican platform as National Chairman Hayes and Ogden L Mills lead the policy committee. Digest data guide the discussions with subcommittees reporting on domestic issues. Work on Versailles treaty and Mexico planks progresses for the Chicago convention.
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Associated Press
Washington
Hayes
Ogden L. Mills
Executive Committee
Mexico
Chicago
McCombs Backs Cox For Democratic Nomination
William J. McCombs former Democratic National Committee chairman returned from French Lick Springs and said he will campaign for Governor James E. Cox of Ohio for the Democratic presidential nomination. He noted Cox is strategically best positioned among contenders.
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New York
William JF. McCombs
Democratic National Committee
French Lick Springs
James E. Cox
Ohio
McCombs
Wilson
Cox
Settlement Near for Anthracite Miners Wage Dispute
Washington officials expect a settlement today or tomorrow on the anthracite miners wage demands. Secretary Wilson secured concessions from both miners and operators, paving the way for a peaceful settlement.
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Washington
Department of Labor
Wilson
Another Mex State Joins in Revolt
Washington May 18 The State Department was advised that Yucatan had joined the Mexican revolutionists and the Carranza military governor is fleeing likely to Cuba. Revolutionary agents call this progress as the last major port held by Carranza fell to the provisional government. Carranza moved south from near Vera Cruz into Puebla according to Mexico City papers.
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Associated Press
Washington
State Department
Yucatan
Carranza
Cuba
Vera Cruz
Puebla
Mexico City
Race horse breeders protest bill limiting betting data
Washington may 18 horse breeders told the House Interstate Commerce Committee that a bill banning interstate transmission of race betting information would end racing as a sport and ruin investments. A J Carroll for the Kentucky Jockey Club and A B Hancock of Paris Kentucky for the Kentucky Thoroughbred Breeders Association warned the legislation would halt high class horse breeding.
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Associated Press
Washington
House Interstate Commerce Committee
A. J. Carroll
Kentucky Jockey Club
A. B. Hancock
Paris
Kentucky Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association
Auto Prices Cut in Omaha as Stores Cut 20 to 30 Percent
Eight smaller Omaha stores join five larger dealers in price reductions of 20 to 30 percent on cars. A major dealer announces cuts of 250 dollars on open models and 100 dollars on closed cars.
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Associated Press
Omaha
Neb
London Bank Receiver Dismissed in Bezzling Case
Washington May 18 The Supreme Court on government motion dismissed appeals by Fred W Weitzel receiver of the First National Bank at London Ky from conviction on embezzling the bank's funds Heitzel was sentenced to three years imprisonment.
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London
U. S. Pen
Washington
Supreme Court
Fred W. Weitzel
First National Bank
Weitzel
Doctor fined in draft case sentenced to jail
Dr Fayette Owsley of Burkeville was fined $1000 and ordered to serve one hour in jail after pleading guilty to obstructing the draft law in World War II era. He completed his jail term at night in Bowling Green Kentucky.
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Bowling Green
Fayette Owsley
Burkeville
Owsley
Call for district convention to unite on a candidate
G F McMurchy from Harrodsburg Ky urges publishing a suggestion to hold a district convention to unite behind a single congressional candidate in November. He argues any announced candidate can win if the party stands together and that candidates should support the convention’s platform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Daily Register
Congress
United Party
G. F.mcmurchy
Harrodsburg
Rainy Day Call Off Forces Pittsburg Cincinnati Game
The Pittsburg Cincinnati game scheduled for today was postponed due to rain, canceling play and leaving teams awaiting rescheduled action.
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Pittsburg-Cincinnati
Rookwood Coffee Earns Quiet Endorsement in Ad Copy
An advertising blurb from D. B. McKinney & Co extols Rookwood coffee with a restful, appetizing appeal, noting no law requires drinking it while praising its flavor over opposition.
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D. B. McKinney & Co
Distribution job offered by E Economy Non-Alcoholic Flavoring
Advertises a permanent position paying three dollars and fifty cents per day to a woman in each town to distribute free circulars for E Economy Non-Alcoholic Flavoring. Company listed as E. Barr Co., Chicago.
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E. Barr Co
Chicago
Weather outlook: partly cloudy tonight with possible showers
The forecast calls for partly cloudy skies tonight with a chance of showers in the southeast portion. Wednesday should be fair and warmer across the region.
Beloved Woman Dies in New Mexico
Mrs. J. W. Zaring died in Santa Fe New Mexico after a brief illness of pneumonia. She moved to Richmond thirty years ago from Shelbyville and touched many with her cheerful spirit. Surviving are daughter Mrs Tippett Oklahoma City and sons Allen I Zaring Richmond and Lewis Zaring Chicago. Remains to be buried with husband in Shelbyville.
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J. W. Zaring
Santa Fe
New Mexico
Allen Zaring
Lewis Zaring
Chicago
Shelbyville
Whisky seizure in Delaware near Columbus Ohio
Federal officers seized about 1000 cases of whisky valued at $125,000 at Delaware near Columbus. Drivers displayed papers claiming shipment from Frankfort to Summit Hill Pennsylvania. Investigation of the papers will be conducted in Columbus.
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Columbus
Delaware
Frankfort
Summit Hill
Penn
Whisky Shipment From Taylor Distillery Aids Pennsylvania Sale
Regular reports from Frankfort Kentucky on May 18 state whisky held in Ohio was purchased from the Taylor distillery. E H Taylor, president, said John Zeber Summit Hill Pennsylvania bought it for medicinal use under a permit approved by W W Hindman Philadelphia prohibition director. Seven trucks carried the shipment after freight issues and noted permits were obtained. Covington transfer company supplied the trucks.
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Taylor
Traylor
Covington Transfer Company
Rock Asphalt Contract Won for London Streets
Frankfort dispatch reports E. A. Chilton & Company awarded the contract by Joe Boggs, Public Roads Commissioner, to build 1.1 miles of rock asphalt streets in London. Project funded as federal aid under the Dixie Highway, total cost $63,459.
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London
Frankfort
E. A. Chilton & Company
Joe Boggs
Dixie Highway
Shriner Class Initiated as Kosair Temple Visits Corbin
Fred Evans and a group of Shriners from here joined Kosair Temple of Louisville to initiate a class of over 200 into Shriner dom in Corbin on Saturday. Streets crowded traffic nearly halted in the business district. Fire of enthusiasm woke the city as residents awoke to packed streets and visiting fanmakers from across Kentucky and neighboring states.
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Corbin
Fred Evans
Kosair Temple
Louisville
Shrinerdom
May Festival Intermission Candy Pickup News
A box of Miss Holliday's candy will be ready for intermission at the May Festival on May 20 and 21. Joe has just received a fresh lot, ensuring attendants have a sweet treat during the event.
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Miss Holliday
Joe
Farm Listings and Real Estate Wanted in Kentucky and Minnesota
Kerr and Beyer Real Estate advertises farms for sale from 20 to 200 acres with possession available now or January first. Also seeking a Lady or Gentleman agent at Ottenheim in Waynesburg Kentucky for Richmond city route. Watkins Products noted as source, listings vary in size and location across 119 4w Co. 52 Winona Minnesota.
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Kerr & Beyer
Ottenheim
Waynesburg
Richmond
Seil
Watkins
4W Co
Winona
Minn
Circuit Court Busy as Madison Term Nears Close
Judge Shackelford handles a busy Madison circuit court week with cases from divorce to damages and tobacco disputes. Pending hearings include Elias Richardson vs Guy Duresen on appeal and Morans v Rodgers for damages, while John Arthur seeks damages from John Prewitt for alleged shooting during canvass removal.
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Madison Circuit Court
J. J. Mockwa
Shackelford
Elias, Richardson
Guy Duresen
Cal White
I. H. Woolsey
Lafayette Moran
Wilson Rodgers
Moran
John Arthur
John Prewitt
Arthur
Prewitt
Camping Trip Suggestion Buy Chamberlains Remedy
Suggests buying Chamberlains Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy before departure for camping. It cannot be obtained while on hunting, fishing, or prospecting trips, or aboard cars or steamships. Having it on hand is advised for safety.
Richmond Greenhouse Plans Cut Flowers for May Festival
The Richmond Greenhouse will specialize in cut flowers for the May Festival week and invites customers to place orders promptly.
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Richmond
German indemnity worth thirty billions signals early saving push
The article notes a thirty billion German indemnity as a sizeable sum to begin savings in current times.
Used Cars Bargains at Lick Garage Kentucky
Several used cars including a 1918 Buick touring with rebuilt body and new paint, a 1919 Chevrolet touring with new top, a 1918 Ford touring rebuilt, a 1917 Ford touring with new top and good tires, a Ford-Smith 1 ton truck, and a 1 ton truck with slight use. All in first class mechanical condition offered at great savings in Paint Lick, Kentucky.
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Buick
Chévrolet
Ford
Ford-Smith
On Lick Garage
Paint Lick
Markets Report Steady Cattle and Lower Hog Prices
Cincinnati markets show cattle steady and choice calves at 15.50 while hogs slip 25 cents to a top of 14.00. Louisville May 18 cattle 300 steady. hogs 1,500 down 25. tops 14. sheep 100 active and unchanged.
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Cincinnati
Louisville
Normal Regents Plan Enlargements at Eastern Kentucky State Normal
Regent actions include teacher salary increases, dormitory expansion for 300 girls reduced to 190 this year, year length extended to 48 weeks with four terms plus a summer term. Extension work expanded, expressions and physical education split, and a boy’s Memorial Hall enlarged. Financial moves include paying off a note and reallocating funds, while a historic land dispute over a public city free school is resolved in favor of continued use for education.
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Eastern Kentucky State Normal School
Ruce Miller
Franklin
Memorial
Richmond
Walter’s Institute
Madison High School
Robert Caldwell
Kentucky
Caldwell
Scott
Purt of Appeals
Court of Appeals
Old
Madison Female Institute
City Board of Education
May Festival Promises Spectacular Two Night Concerts
Readiness for the May Festival at the Normal Auditorium with tickets sold and three rehearsals ahead. Director Prof. S S Myers leads a 150 voice chorus and top national artists are booked for both evenings, promising one of the era’s finest concerts.
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S. S. Myers
First Meeting of Prayer Circle Promotes Global Outreach
The Prayer Circle formed after a service at the Episcopal church with Dr. Telford chosen as leader for three months and Mrs. Kellogg directing. Attendance urged weekly Fridays at 9 30 for those seeking prayers for illnesses, with confidential submissions to the secretary.
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Wm. Hickson
Episcopal Church
M. C. Kellogg
Telford
W. H. Grider
E. T. Burnam
Mr C
Kellogg
D.H. Breck
Tom “McCown
Imer Deatherage
Nick Harber
James Smith
John Shaw
Migs Merritt Jones
Pole Surplus Brings Cane Fishing Poles to Richmond
Two boys brought a supply of cane fishing poles into Richmond at a quarter per pole. They sold over 100 quickly and had about one third of their stock left upon arrival. The youths said they obtained the poles several miles away and trimmed them in two hours. Local spots with many poles remain known to few.
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Richmond
Here
Coal dealer to install Howe Automobile scales
W. W. Broaddus & Company, dealers in coal, feeds and building material, will replace old wagon and stock scales with new Howe Automobile scales. The first in the area, the platform weighs up to ten tons from any corner or center, recording weight accurately. The upgrade signals progress and prosperity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. W. Broaddus & Company
Howe
Races Listed for Today Set Pairings in One Mile Classes
Today’s races include the one mile events featuring Dazie Madge F Lady Luxury and other entries. The card highlights a trio of female runners in mid distance contests and outlines expected competition.
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Dazie
Madge F
Lady Luxury
About Rheumatism and External Treatment
People learn medicines taken internally for chronic rheumatism are wastes of time and money. About ninety nine of a hundred cases respond to external application of Chamberlains Linctus? freely. Try it. It costs 35 cents per bottle, large size 69 cents.
Mrs Wiggins and Family Visit Mrs Reid in Lexington
Mrs E T Wiggins visits with her children and mother Mrs Gabney for the week at Mrs S C Reid's home in Lexington.
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E. T. Wiggins
Gabney
S. C. Reid
Lexington
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Leaders IN Conference
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Bill
The
Knights Templar
Clave of Knights Templar of
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Tucky
Masonic Order
Madison County
J. G. Bosley
Jack Wagers
R. C. Stockton
E. C. Stockton
D. B. Shackelford
R. C. Boggs
Phoenix Hotel
Richmond Commandery No. 19
Versailles Commandery No. 3
Mary Louise
Stoll Field
A. A. Renshaw
Covington
Fayette Tobacco Company
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