02 Dec 1908
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Newspaper
Springfield Sun
Location
Springfield, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1908
Page
1
A Washington health official urges strict enforcement of health laws to protect children from contagious diseases. He warns violators face arrest and prosecution, calling neglect a crime as dire as theft or murder and urging public duty to report violations and follow physician instructions.
A brief excerpt relays Cardinal Gibbons urging respect for civil authorities regardless of nationality or religion. He argues obedience to national laws is essential to government by the people and emphasizes honoring leaders from President to pope. The passage aims to impress schoolboys with civic duty and lawful obedience.
Prof Dickey of the Southern Normal School in Bowling Green spoke at the Presbyterian church urging Kentucky education reform. The Marion county primary resulted in multiple nominations for local offices. A marriage in Washington county linked Miss Myrtle Catlett and Mr G M Coffey was celebrated in the Baptist church. The report notes malaria and stomach ailments, praising Electric Bitters as a remedy with a money back guarantee.
In last Saturday’s Democratic primary S J Anderson won the Sheriff race, W T Mitchell the Assessor, and G D Catlett the Jailer. Anderson led Kimball by 282, Mitchell over Willett by 197, Catlett over Riley by 822. total votes 1506, 1515, and 1420 respectively. The party plans a strong ticket for November and urges unity among Democrats to support the nominees.
Book er notes attendance at a candy polling night at Mr John Riley s home in Nelson county. Mr Ernest Pile and sister visit. Sunday gatherings with related families. Mrs Mayme Goatley and others visit kin. reports of births and illness. death of Riley Sr at Willisburg. updates on local residents including Lil ie Pike visiting.
S J Smock reports a three foot high air tank and pump disappeared from his shoulder while walking home in Springfield in broad day. He recalls being last seen with the belongings on the road near the time of a tragedy and offers a reward for information.
The editor extols unity among tobacco growers praising the Society of Equity for fair prices and shared burdens. It condemns Independents who exploit price gains without contributing, arguing collective action strengthens farmers and benefits the state.
A fragment describes an appendectomy as a dangerous operation by a surgeon. The text mocks or questions Dr. King’s New Life Pills and mentions Rabereo’s organ store in a garbled, period-voice style. The piece appears as a sensational or cautionary note about health remedies and medical procedures.
Public health memorandum explains Scarlet Fever is a single infectious disease and outlines strict isolation, quarantine, and disinfection measures for households with cases. It stresses separating sick children, covering and burning contaminated materials, thorough room sanitation, and reporting requirements to local health authorities.
The Washington County Tobacco Warehouse Company held a large auction last Saturday in the town. Farmers from surrounding counties attended as 35,000 pounds of loose leaf tobacco sold at 9 to 23 cents per pound. Buyers included representatives from American Tobacco Company Patterson of St Louis and J. Rela Company. Auctioneer Mr. Al and manager Sydnor called the spirited bidding, realizing strong prices and a successful sale.
Dr Gibbs aged eighty eight died of heart disease at his home near Glensbord in Anderson County. He was father of Me W S Gibbs and a leading citizen, among the county's wealthiest landowners and highly honored by local residents.
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