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Newspaper
Springfield Sun
Location
Springfield, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1908
Page
1
Editorial urges Democratic unity in Kentucky urging party members to back Bryan and avoid county or state convention quarrels to secure a large victory. It condemns self seeking leaders and calls for cooperation to build a strong party majority.
The LaRue County Herald editorializes against social equality moves and intermarriage, citing a New York dinner promoting race mixing and urging Kentuckians to resist. It notes Democratic and Republican lines on separate coach laws, laments rising interracial integration in the East, and fears for Kentucky’s social order amid national tensions.
The Sun editor praises Henry Watterson for swinging Courier Journal to Bryan and pledging ardent support. He mocks Republican shifts, urges reconciliation with Democratic roots, and envisions Kentucky backing Bryan with strong showings while the press roars at GOP meanness.
A Kentucky statement says the soldiers who guarded Taylor and disturbed Goebel in his dying hours will be paid with $12,000 of state funds. Most money comes from Democratic taxpayers, prompting calls for Democrats to vote and oppose a Republican handling of state affairs.
Harry Thaw fights to prove his sanity as his mother’s funds support legal maneuvering. If her money lasts, jurors may be swayed to see him as sane and even brilliant, amid a Kentucky newspaper flood of robberies and crime reports.
In a warning about rising crime levels, the article urges towns to employ night policemen or watchmen to deter safe blowers highwaymen and petit thieves until the wave subsides. Readable segments emphasize vigilant local security and preventative measures.
The Breckenridge Democrat claims John P. Haswell praised his own record in a Breckenridge county Republican meeting, citing support for repealing the separate coach law and noting a vote for a negro. The Sun questions these alleged “good” deeds as Haswell eyes possible candidacy in the region.
Lebanon Enterprise reports Judge Thurman addressing the grand jury in clear legal terms. He emphasizes duty, the sacred oath, and strict enforcement, covering topics from Night Riders to unlawful letters and various offenses. The judge notes investigations can deter disorder and outlines laws on gambling, contraband liquor, Sunday work, highway shooting, concealed weapons, and licensed sale in local option territory.
Frankfort Kentucky May 4 The Democratic State Central and Executive Committees received letters asking if nominations can be made now for county officers to be voted for next year Judge Lewis McQuown quotes the party law from the June 1904 state conventions stating that no primary or convention shall be called for nominating Democratic candidates for offices to be filled by popular vote prior to November 1 of the year before the election.
Mr. Walter Hume's Mackville school closed last Friday after one of its most successful terms. He is praised by friends and patrons for his conscientious, painstaking, and enthusiastic teaching. Helpers Elma Hume and Walter J. Mattingly are also credited for the school's unusual success.
Mr Hughes, a Mt. Washington resident in Anderson County, lost two fine work horses while crossing swollen Glens Creek near Tatham Springs yesterday. One horse slipped, dragging the other into the current. despite cutting loose the harness, both animals could not gain footing on the slippery rocks. In the effort, Hughes dropped his knife and his $30 purse into the stream.
Soldiers who guarded Gov. Taylor and other Republicans during the 1900 terror era in Kentucky will finally be paid. An order substituted Adjt. Gen. P. P. Johnston for Percy Haly in the petition, per the Court of Appeals mandate, and money will be distributed after Johnston inspects the payrolls. The amount is about $12,000.
Mr C T Cunningham, visiting with his parents en route to Lexington, will represent the University of South Carolina in the Inter-collegiate oratorical contest. He won the Southern preliminary in Columbia with the subject America’s Problem, delivering in a broad, finely spoken manner. Judges praised the high standard, and the audience, largest yet, showed strong approval as the contest moves to Lexington, Kentucky in May.
The passage notes a crowded chapel at a recent gathering. Mr Cunningham is praised as a finished orator and a man of high attainments. Friends in Springfield believe he has a strong chance to win the medal at Lexington tomorrow night amid national talent.
Wilson Skeet Canter was arrested by City Marshal Grace on a charge of robbing Charles Moore of about $40. Allegedly he entered Moore’s home Sunday, found a box containing the money, used an axe to break it, and offered Moore’s son $2.50 to stay silent. He waived a trial and was bound over in $200.
A large tobacco bed was totally destroyed last Saturday afternoon in Fenwick. Witnesses saw culprits dressed in white and gave no identification. Officials have not moved to arrest anyone. it is suggested someone may suffer consequences before Christmas. A flock of sheep is reported as the bed’s culprit.
Congressman Ben Johnson secured pensions for William H. Gordon Tatham Springs Pres ton Dawson Springfield Edward Batsel Springfield and Samuel Lewis Wilksburg. Bowling Green saloon ban took effect and seventeen saloons closed. City officials urge public help to enforce laws amid a snowstorm that damaged crops slightly and tree branches. Dallas and Felix Winn of Calloway county were re arrested over alleged night riding with threatening letters in the case.
A thief or thieves entered Robertson-Claybrooke Co. dry goods store by breaking a side door on a weekend night. A small sum was taken from a money drawer. owners suspect some stock may have been stolen. The blaze, discovered by W. H. McElroy Sunday morning, burned beneath the stairs and smoke filled the room. Firefighters and Walton Hotel occupants helped extinguish the fire. A hole the size of a barrel head burned through the floor. it is believed the arson aimed to conceal the theft.
The nineteenth annual Christian Bible School Convention of the First District of Kentucky meets in Springfield at 2:30 pm with Jefferson Bullitt Spencer Nelson Washington Taylor and Marion counties represented. Attendees praise the program with many talks and addresses and anticipate adjournment after tonight’s services.
Mr. B. D. Lake tells The Sun that spring and summer show an active real estate market with many inquiries from farm buyers. He expects several sales in coming weeks, signaling a easing panic in the area. Washington county money matters also appear more settled and less tight than a few weeks ago.
An old advertisement urges poultry raisers to use Réll-44 for cholera roup gapes and limberneck. It prescribes 3 to 5 drops per dose for sick fowls three times daily and a preventive weekly feed. Turkeys require a smaller dose. Price 60 cents. Guaranteed by Haydon & Roberton, Druggists.
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