Not Guilty in Kentucky Circuit Court Murder Case
Commonwealth vs Rod Johnson ended with a not guilty verdict after a two day trial in Circuit Court. One witness linked Johnson to the killing of John Kimberlin at a February negro dance. multiple eye witnesses contested the claim. Reed was convicted for the same killing and appeals advance.
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the Commonwealth
Rod Johnson
John Kimberlin
Kimbertin
Joe Reed
Court of Appeals of
Kentucky
Johnson
Commonwealth
Aili
Mayes
W. F. Grigsby
Joe Palin
Sylvester Russell
The
Erastus Holiday
Thos. Ward
Holliday
Ward
John W. Lewis
Washington Circuit Court
Commonweath
Reed
Mild liquid cures eczema claims by first drop
An advertisement for a mild soothing liquid labeled DD. D. Prescription promises to stop the itch with the first drop and induce sound sleep. It touts acknowledged value and offers a trial bottle at 2c. The notice is signed Haydon and Robertson.
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Haydon & Robertson
Sane Fourth Proposal At Federal Convention
Mrs J W M Stewart addressed the Federal of Women’s Clubs convention at Frankfort on a sane Fourth of July. The extract discusses civic behavior, safety, and orderly celebration, urging restraint and consideration for others during Independence Day festivities.
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Mra. J. W. M. Stewart
Federaof Women's Cluts
Frankfort
England
France
Germany
Ben Johnson in Louisville Gains Governor Nomination Talk
Congressman Ben Johnson of Kentucky's Fourth District arrives in Louisville for an indefinite stay at The Old Inn. He details his gubernatorial bid and reelection plans while meeting state politicians. Also, Miss Mary Leavell and Mr. George Walsh marry at the Seelbach hotel and depart for San Salvador. The Kentucky Court of Appeals decision in Reed v. Commonwealth is noted, along with Central Kentucky Carriage Co. winning a wagonette contract for Grundy Orphan Home in Springfield, about $350.
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Ben Johnson
Kentucky
Lomaville
Washington
Johnson
J. Rogers Gore
Congress
Bardstown
Mary Leavell
George. Walsh
Seelbach
Louisville
Weick
San Salvador
Walsh
Matt Mayes
Mayes
Mr. Walsh
Central Kentucky Carriage Co
Grundy Orphan Home
Springfield
Dantille Messenger
Banks On Sure Thing Now
An advertisement features A Schingeck of 647 Elm St Buffalo NY claiming Dr Kings New Life Pills cured her chronic constipation. The copy markets the product as a safe reliable remedy and urges readers to purchase for ongoing bowel relief.
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Dr. King
A. Schingeck
Elm St
Buffalo, N. Y
Kentucky sheep industry hit by dairy quarantine order
The U S Department of Agriculture issued guidance noting that the federal quarantine on Kentucky sheep due to scabies requires dipping at inspected points, currently Louisville as the only dipping site. Movements interstate must be backed by inspector certificates, forcing shipments to Louisville for dipping and threatening the state’s sheep industry. The report also covers the Alma Keliner case with a found body in St Johns School basement in Louisville and ongoing suspicions surrounding janitor Joseph Wendling, with rewards offered for the killer's arrest.
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Kentucky
Alma Keliner
Louisville
Secretary of Agriculture
Shome
St. John’s School
Joseph Wendling
Louiseville
Local notes cover a bumper mix of farm plans and curiosities
Mercer County items report a chicken brooder explosion near Ebenezer church frying 75 fowls, Mary McDowell Lowndes plans a Boyle county stock farm with top saddle and harness mares, Joe McDowell Jr to manage it. A stone resembling a humble bees nest draws attention. Kennedy mill dam project eyed by eastern capitalists. cost about 1.25 million dollars, 12 000 horsepower, powering central Kentucky towns. Mr and Mrs Tom Chatham host a 40th wedding anniversary at Dry Branch with notable guests. An ad promotes Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets with a money back guarantee.
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Mary McDowell Lowndes
Edna Mae
Boyle County
Joe McDowell, Jr
Kennedy's Mill
Dix River
New York
Kentucky
Kennedy
Tom Chatham
Dry Branch
Herald
Obituary of Katherine Taylor Linton of Washington County
Katherine Taylor Linton, aged, dies Friday following old age infirmities. Born 1830, she lived long in Washington County, was wife of Mr. Linton and mother of ten. Surviving children Edgar, Alice, and Mrs. R L Montgomery. Funeral at Baptist church with Rev W H Williams. Interment Pleasant Grove cemetery. Cousin: Mrs. T P O'Bryan of Springfield hotel.
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Katherine Taylor Linton
Washington County
Linton
Edgar
Alice
R.L. Montgomery
Baptist Church
W. H. Williams
Pleasant Grove Cemetery
T. P. O'Bryan
Springfield Hotel
ZEMO Promised Remedy Exceeds Expectations For Skin
Leo Haydon, a local druggist, asserts ZEMO cures eczema pimples and dandruff. He notes the vegetable liquid draws germ life from the skin surface, leaving clear healthy skin. He emphasizes it does not stain clothes and can be used on infants, offering a home treatment booklet with each purchase.
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ZEMO
Leo Haydon
Boy of Six Saves Brother From Drowning
Monroe Abell, six, from near Lebanon, leaped from a bridge into swollen water to save his three year old brother from drowning. He kept the child’s head above water until their mother reached them, displaying remarkable courage for his age. The Lebanon Falcon praises his act and suggests a Carnegie medal be awarded.
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Andrew Carnegie
Lebanon
Monroe Abell
Lum Abell
Bradfordaville Pike
Mr. Abell
Ten Thousand Visitors Expected for Capitol Dedication
Frankfort Kentucky May 23 reports from dedication organizers say about 3000 people will travel from Louisville and the Louisville and Nashville railroad will run extra cars to move visitors to Frankfort for the June 2 event. A L N passenger agent, cited by State Inspector McKenzie R Todd, projects as many as 10000 visitors, marking one of the capital’s largest ever events.
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Frankfort
Capitol
Louisville
Louisville and Nashville Railroad
Louisville and Nashville
McKenzie R. Todd
Grow Watermelons and Canteloupes for Profit This Summer
Farmers and truck gardeners are urged to plant a large patch of watermelons and cantaloupes this summer. The current fruit crop is short, so a ready sale at good prices should be found, making the venture financially rewarding. Chamberlain's Cough Remedy offers a refund guarantee if not satisfied after two thirds of a bottle per directions. Sold by all druggists.
Unveiling of Boones Statue at Kentucky Tributes Boone
The Kentucky ceremony for Daniel Boone’s restored testimonial statue featured State Regent Mrs. Ben Johnson praising Boone as a hero who led pioneers from the Alleghenies to the Rocky Mountains. She noted his endurance and sacrifice, and highlighted Daughters of the American Revolution Rebecca Boone Chapter efforts. The address lauded Kentucky’s honor to Boone and her privilege to join in the tribute.
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Daniel Boone
Ben Johnson
Mississippi
Rocky Mountains
Kentucky
Missour
Rebecca Bryan Boone
Syour
Danial Boone
Decoration Day Observed Across Counties with Grave Honors
Decoration Day was observed at many locales with fragrant towers on graves. Springflood and Willisburg sent attendees to Antioch and others would have joined but business in Circuit Court intervened. Speakers included Prof. Colvin John Polin Ben E. Simms and Ricketts Boulware. Songs and recitations accompanied the program. attendance at Willisburg was large.
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Springfloht
Antioch
Circuit Court
Prof
Colvin
John Polin
Ben E. Simms
Ricketts Boulware
Willisburg
Freak Radish Grows Odd Plant At Local Kitchen
Mr Ed M Russell sent in a curious radish this week described as a freak of nature. He credits Cliff Green for growing it though not claiming credit for the plant itself. The radish resembles a decapitated person with a short body and uneven arms, yet appears graceful overall. Eating it would seem unjustifiable cannibalism to some.
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Ed M. Russell
Russell
Cliff Green
The Irony of Fate in Eleventh District Politics
The report notes bitter division between Congressmen Edwards and Caleb Powers in the Eleventh district. Charles Finley, a reform fugitive pardoned by Gov Willson along with Powers, spoke for Powers at Somerset on Monday and referenced his escape to Indianapolis while fugitive from justice. He claimed Indiana’s governor Beckham should have honored the requisition for the return of Taylor and himself, suggesting officers would have faced danger. The piece criticizes the state administration as a major mistake harming the governor’s reputation and derides the gang indicted for a predecessor governor’s murder.
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Edwards
Caleb Powers
Charles Finley
Citt
Ends Winter's Troubles with Bucklen's Armies Salve
To many, winter brings frost bite, chapped skin, and cold sores. Bucklen's Armies Salve offers relief with a tested trial showing healing properties. Priced accessibly, it promises relief from winter skin woes.
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Haydon
Kal
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Ignatius Wise
Frank Keene
Wise
Keene
S. A. Russell
McChord and Mayes
Zerland
Sweden
Leavell-Walsh
Banks
U. S. Department of Agriculture
State Department
Mercer County
Ben Vivian
Ebenezer Church
S. T. Elliott
Eczema
Pimples
Dandruff
Sh.ville
Milwaukee
Riverview Park
Boone
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