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Newspaper
Springfield Sun
Location
Springfield, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1906
Page
4
The Sun faced a tough week as the Electric Light and Water plant shut for repairs and a gasoline engine powered the presses. After long hours of coaxing, wrenches and sheer effort, the crew prevailed, though worn and battle scarred, still in the fight.
A note requests immediate correction of the paper label. It warns that delays could cause friends to withhold payment and send arrears plus an extra year in advance, affecting Christmas and New Year prospects. It stresses urgency and asks to attend to the matter now.
The Sun urges shoppers to notice the heavy advertising content this week as competitive business requires strong ads. It notes that the era of conducting business without advertising has passed and that buyers are highly alert.
The A S of E met at the opera house with a strong crowd and new members enrolled. Preacher Benight from the Seminary was invited for next year. Residents report road work toward Mooresville, market talks, and multiple family visits around town. The Mt Zion protracted meeting continues as tobacco farmers bulk and strip, corn harvest ends, and holidays approach.
A writer from Oswald New York touts Buckléns Arnica as a cure for a severe neck sore. The ad claims it treats cuts wounds burns and many ailments and promotes sale at C J Haydon's drug store for 25 cents.
Locust Grove residents report guests from Mooresville Harrodsburg and Danville visits over Thanksgiving including Hugh Leachman Misa Edgerton Jennie Leachman and Frances Litney. Edgerton and Litley families host and travel, with several relatives visiting and church attendance noted.
An alarming situation arising from neglect of dogs and livestock is discussed in a local report. Details mention veterinary concerns, potential cross contamination, and warnings to owners to improve care and sanitation to prevent further harm.
High school notes outline holiday plans and student activities before Christmas break. Students anticipate leisure, debates, concerts, and various gatherings, with exams set for next Wednesday and Thursday to determine promotion and end-of-year work. A debate and a school Christmas tree event close the term, resuming January 2.
Advertisement states Chamberlain's Cough Remedy contains no opium or harmful drug and has a 30 year reputation as a successful cold croup and whooping cough medicine. It asserts safety for children and claims it always cures.
Real estate broker W T Ewing of Harrodsburg Kentucky invites inquiries for listed farms and other properties for sale. He claims to have options to suit buyers and invites contact for a list.
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