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Newspaper
Springfield Sun
Location
Springfield, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1908
Page
1
A historic editorial condemns the creation of a town founded on violence and dishonesty, arguing such foundations corrupt governance and society. It warns that a city built through oppression cannot endure lawful progress or moral authority, urging reform and accountability.
Four county Democratic mass convention will be held in Springfield next Saturday afternoon to elect delegates to the state convention in Lexington on June 11. Rural Democrats are urged to attend and participate to aid in nominating Mr. Bryan for President.
The Muskogee Oklahoma Sun reports on a Southwestern Development News editorial that mocks Bryan and questions how Democrats could vote for the Republican ticket. It critiques logic about voting patterns, election manipulation claims, and the idea of “mongrel bait” to win over Democrats, arguing such reasoning lacks logic and ethics.
Louisville Evening Post columnist Mr Knott urges Democratic factions to split the Lexington convention. He opposes recognizing McCreary and The Courier-Journal and favors punishing rivals. The piece denounces his bitter aim as useless amid hopes for a harmonious convention.
The Hartford Herald notes near universal Republican sentiment in Ohio county that if county officers were to be chosen again Democrats would win by a wide margin. It urges unifying sentiment to carry the county for Bryan and repeat the Democratic success next year. Ohio county averages 500 to 800 Republicans.
The piece notes appropriations totaling over one million dollars and praises Hon. Ben Johnson for securing legislation to extend car lines to Union Station. It highlights Johnson as a District Committee member who made a concise speech that won quick approval and remarks on the Johnson family, including three daughters, his Knox touring car, and Mrs. Johnson's Kentucky hospitality during their Washington debut season.
An editorial urges Kentucky Democrats to unite ahead of the June primaries and desist from factionalism that could jeopardize the presidential vote. It cautions against self serving rivals, calls for loyalty to Mr. Bryan and the Courier-Journal, and warns of enemies seeking to split the party at Lexington. The piece stresses unification, pressure to vote June 6 and June 11, and safeguarding Democratic power nationally.
Andy DeSpain of Green county was jailed twenty days to satisfy a fine from Judge Howell after disturbing public worship at Pleasant Ridge church. He and others caused a disturbance during Sunday School and DeSpain reportedly drew a pistol and fired. Rev. R. L. Warren escorted him to Hodgenville. attempts to rescue were thwarted. Warrants may be issued against DeSpain’s friends for interference.
Elizabethtown reports wheat headed out well with long heavy heads, no fly or rust, promising a record crop if seasonable until harvest. Grass hay looks excellent, and corn planting should finish after this week, with warm weather aiding emergence. Farmers optimistic that abundant yields will dispel talk of hard times.
Charles Conn a 27 year old traveling salesman for the American Law Book Company died at Deaconess Hospital after being bitten three times by a rattlesnake on display in a Mary Anderson Theater cigar store. Witnesses described his desperate struggle, his demand for amputation, and his final collapse despite medical efforts.
In Lexington, June, the American Tobacco Company and Burley Tobacco Society agreed to purchase 4,000,000 pounds of pooled tobacco from the 1906 crop at the society’s fixed price. The deal excludes the higher grade above $14 and allows independents to bid on cheaper grades before 1907 and 1908 crops are sold. Rumors say the A T C aims to buy the remaining 1906 pool and then the 1907 crop, consolidating holdings.
The Lexington Leader reports early speculator activity in Central Kentucky with buyers offering $2.50 a barrel for 1908 corn to be delivered at fall gathering, equated to about $3.50 in era terms. Several contracts have been signed, including a 500 barrel deal, while much old corn remains in county at $3.75 to $4.00 per barrel, higher than recent years.
Valentine Nebraska May 31 Thomas F Ryan allegedly gave twenty thousand dollars to the Nebraska campaign fund four years ago. Bryan told the Associated Press he will read the charge and refund the money if Ryan contributed to the fund directly or indirectly.
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