13 May 1908
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Newspaper
Springfield Sun
Location
Springfield, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1908
Page
1
A Springfield Sun editorial condemns rapid urban growth built on injustice and calls for a just, stable city development approach. It argues for ethical planning and accountability to prevent harm to residents and communities.
The Democratic Committee of the Fourth district met and named Don Johnson for re election to Congress. Johnson, serving his first term, is described as a Democrat of the strictest school with high character and liberal views. He brings business training, loyalty, and a broad knowledge of public service needs.
The Law prints the affidavit of Wathen Mueller & Robert of Marion County seeking to force Judge I H Thurman off the bench during the trial of distillers indicted for violating the local option law. Thurman’s answer and counter affidavits are published with the filing.
A Kentucky mood upholds violent retaliation for insults but a Bryan Commoner excerpt argues moral courage surpasses physical force. Eleanor Talbot Kinkead’s book Courage burns explores self restraint and civilizational value in choosing restraint over striking back.
Democratic committee for Kentucky’s Fourth District met in Louisville and canceled the May 16 primary. They nominated incumbent Hon. Ben Johnson for Congress. Reported strong farmer and worker support across Hart and surrounding counties signals a likely large victory next fall.
The passage endorses reform efforts and praises a book named Black burn Blair, though the author admits not having read it. Citing Mr. Bryan’s recommendation, readers in Kentucky are urged to study the work, especially to temper bold talk from pistol taters who imagine bravery but are cowards.
The president's latest message to Congress was met with unprecedented discourtesy. In the Senate a motion to adjourn interrupted the reading, while in the House the message was pigeon-holed for twenty-four hours. The incident marked the first deliberate insult to the chief executive from within his own party.
Delegates cheered when word spread that Caleb Powers and Jim Howard had been pardoned. Funds were raised to bring them to the convention, where supporters pressed to shake their bloodstained hands and celebrate. The piece urges a Law and Order League to prosecute Goebel and Hedges assassins. The Marion County Leader debuts in Lebanon with Republican ties and a full-news issue.
The Winston County News, printed at Haleyville Alabama by Harry Hansbrough formerly with The Sun, receives The Sun's notice for being well printed and edited with an unusually prosperous appearance.
At the Republican state gathering the crowd erupted with laughter when a speaker shouted a grapevine claim that Governor Willson pardoned Powers and Howard. The moment reflected the lively mood of the convention and the rumor spread through the floor.
Dr. David W. Gaddie of Hodgenville has been chosen as the Republican nominee for Congress in this district. He secures party backing to contest the upcoming election.
Henry C. Gillespie receives a $15 monthly pension and Mrs. Mary J. Newton widow of Alfred Newton gets $12 monthly plus $2 for a minor heir, both through Congressman Johnson's efforts. L. G. Botkins of Paris Kentucky touts Bourbon visie Cure as the best turkey remedy sold by druggists.
A narrator recalls a walk near a forest edge where a young woman teaches fern types and garden beauty. The piece blends nature observations with reflections on love, family roles, and moral truths, and notes historic spring weather in the region along with church notices and local farming chatter.
Leachman and Campbell relocate their pool tables from the depot area to a newly remodeled room in their furniture building. The renovated space and new fixtures make the pool room one of the handsomest outside the large cities.
Mr Charley Noe owned a clever calf named Little Spot famed for unusual feats. The animal dug post holes weeded a garden and moved tomato plants with its mouth though it looted hen roasts and egg nests and ate old brass kettles. Noe sold the calf after these misdeeds.
The Springfield Graded High School term ends this week with commencement at the Opera House on Tuesday evening May 19. The Sun praises the school as a top preparatory institution in Washington County, noting Prof Colgin and teachers for their conscientious work and teaching clarity.
Mr Gwin Marks and Mr A Green narrowly avoided a serious crash Monday afternoon near Campbellsville when the steering failed. Marks steered to jump the bank, landing the touring car upright in the creek bed. Green was thrown clear and sprained an ankle while Marks remained uninjured. The car suffered only minor damage and was driven home that night.
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