Local social notes from Springfield and surrounding area
Miss Emma Adams and Miss Edna Smith visit relatives in Springfield. Edna Smith stays with aunt Mrs. Myrtle Smith. Otha Martin guests of Tom Bowles. Several couples and families visit or host gatherings at the Ridge and Bear Wallow areas. Farmers report delays due to rain and logging activity continues. J. M. Smith and Will Bohannon plan Texas trip for two months.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edna Smith
Springfield
Myrtle Smith
Otha Martin
Tom Bowles
Mary Lena
Lula Clay Epperson
Hattie Bowles
Reta Barker
Edgar
Sadye Fenwick
Lloyd Fenwick
the Ridge
Sadie Mayes
Pearl Martin
Dick Showmaker
Walde
James Anderson
Lena Cissell
Bear Wallow
Dolph Barracks
J.N. Bowles
Lon Barker
Thursby
Alvie Perkins
Mary McIlroy
Nannie Fenwick
Louise
Mackville
R. E. Case
W. PF. Logsdon
A. L. Litsey
Walter McLaughlin
T. J. Miller
Willisburg
Mackville Social Note Roundup with Region Visitors
Edwin Parks of Danville and several locals were seen around Mackville on Wednesday and Sunday visits. Numerous residents traveled to Perryville, Harrodsburg, Springfield, and Louisville for social engagements, family visits, business, and church events. Notables include May Haydon’s Louisville trip, and the Beaumont commencement attendance in Harrodsburg.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edwin Parks
Danville
Less Bottoms
John Raney
Perryville
Edd Britton
John Shewmaker
Harrodsburg
T. J. Miller
Willisburg
Lizzie Adams
Joe Wycoff
Helbert Hatchett
Springfield
May Haydon
Louisville
Indianapolis
George Keightley
W. B. Hatchett
Chas. Dickerson
Rufus Foster
W. P. Hatchett
James Isham
Beaumont
Wm. Lear
Walter Thompson
Zara Lear
Lula Wycoff
Minerva Raybourne
Pleasant Grove
Jappa Barnett
Chaplin
W. T. Barnett
Dgar Wilson
Harvey Leachman
C. W. Oder
Wm. Raybourne
Margaret Steele
W. R. Thompson
Lebanon
Joe Campbell
Maggie Mae Hiatt
Business University
Bowling Green
B. D. Lake
J. S. McElroy
Henry Graves
Nannie McMillan
Hyatt
D. S. Yancey
Georgie
Herbert Debaum
Cornishville
J. B. Peter
J. M. Smith
G. County
Arcenth Peter
J. G. Howell
May Rose
Walker
Hebron
Wool Wanted Notice
Wool owners urged to contact the undersigned before disposing their wool. Seeks to purchase wool and invites interested parties to communicate with the advertiser.
Lost Hog Stock Hopes Drenched by Bourbon Cholera
Ky. man L. G. Botkin from Pars reports no hope of saving hogs as bourbon hog cholera devastates his herd. Several animals were too ill to eat, and the entire sale of remedies is promoted by druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. G. Botkin
Pars
Real Hardship Reflections on Life and Folly
A reflective quote from R Li Stevenson on enduring hardship and the danger of dull, mismanaged living. It stresses self-awareness and prudent life choices in plain, earnest language.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R Li Stevenson
Enlarging Your Business Through Measured Advertising
If you own a business, study how to profit from advertising. Set a yearly ad budget and track its impact on sales growth of 10 to 30 percent. The paper offers an annual contract for inches and guidance to maximize local reach and profits.
The Dollar and the Peso in Mexican Finance
Mexican finance authorities have defined dollar as the American gold dollar and peso as the silver Mexican dollar. A Tampico resident’s check paying in word values led to a dispute resolved in favor of the dollar standard. The ruling applies to all documents notes drafts and related instruments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico
Department of Finance
Tampico
Hanging Pictures Dangerous Risks Highlighted
An insurance man notes that public belief overstresses railroad accidents. He cites statistics showing higher home and premises injury losses than railway incidents, claiming many claims arise from hanging pictures or disassembling stoves rather than from head-on collisions.
One on the Goose Hen crosses road banter
A humorous moment unfolds as a goose quips about why a hen crosses the turnpike. The exchange suggests a light rural scene with farm birds in a roadside setting.
Nest at the bottom of the well prompts advice
The hen retorts about a nest at the well bottom and the reason for it. The smart goose flaps away after the exchange, leaving the hen to ponder the strange suggestion.
Darwin Jubilee in 1909 Celebrations Planned
A movement forms to mark the fiftieth anniversary of Darwinian theory. The Linnean Society will oversee initial steps with a committee of officers and Profs Poulten and Oliver. London scientific circles show strong interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Linnean Society
Darwin
Society
Poulten
Oliver
London
London Standard
Battleship Roars At Critics Over Belt Position
In a vivid nautical scene the battleship vents fury at critics who accuse its belt line of being too low. A collier replies with dry humor noting the turret remains aligned, leaving the dispute unresolved.
Accident Claim Versus Chauffeur Questioned In Court
A defendant’s claim in court questions why the chauffeur would reverse the auto after allegedly striking the plaintiff. The exchange unfolds as the witness contends the driver acted purposely and then backed toward him, prompting cross examination about motive.
Can Go Long Without Food The Eagle’s 28 Day Taat
The report notes an eagle can endure a 28 day fast referred to as a Taat. Researchers observe this bird surviving without nourishment while conserving energy. The finding highlights remarkable avian resilience and metabolic adaptation.
Farewell sermon at New Hope and local notices
Bro. Benight preached his farewell at New Hope to a large crowd. A vast list of local residents and visitors are mentioned attending events and sales in Wilfisburg, Maud, Springfield and surrounding areas. Numerous farm listings from Willisburg and Lebanon detail calves, cattle, eggs and poultry for sale with contact points and route numbers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bro. Benight
New Hope
Edd Bobbitt
Royal B
Joe Bishop
Springfield
Maud
A. Shehan
Edd Riley
Stringtown
Love Settle
Wilfisburg
Bob Payne
Chicago
Willie Houston
Owensboro
Daviess County
Lillie Pile
Cathie Settle
Ham Pile
Mooresville
Ed Pile
J. L. Settle
How to Cure Your Piles
A physician argues relief comes from simple home remedies and Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. Testimonials from patients across the country claim constipation and piles improve with the laxative, avoiding surgery. The ad promotes the product as a mild, natural aid and offers samples through local druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sayp
Ali Ee
Dr. Caldwell
H. N. John
Minneapolis
Kan
Pepsin Syrup Co
Bidg
Monticello
Red Cross
Stora
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Washington County
B.D. Lake
Springfield, Ky
Fenwick
Emma Adams
the Farmers of Washington
W. 5. Gibbs
McClure & Mayes
the Sun and Courier-Journal
Booker
Messrs
George and
Louis Kirsch
Edd Pile
Emmet Settle
E. E. Wakefield
Price
Arthur Mudd
Eveline Louise
Mr. Mudd
T. C. Mudd
Fairy Lyddane
Ollie Eddleman
Otis Settle
Boblitt
Alvin Riley
Nelson County
B M. Pile
Dr. Shehan
Catherine
George Kirsch
Nannie Ellis
Woodlawn
T. Hardin
Ham Shehan
Kate Shewmaker
Emma Riley
Ham Shewmaker
Nelsons County
Snider
Howard Tatum
Joe Goatley
Robert
Mt. Zion
Roy Riley
Effie
Irvin Mann
Lloyd and
Russell Yates
Mattie Yates
Ophelia Settle
Sallie Wilkinson
Valley Hill
B.M. Pile
Harvey Riley
Theo. Boblitt
Mrt
Leachman, Jr
C. L. Brady
A. L. Perkins
Rt. 3
J. W. Shirley
W. T. Payne
Lizzie
McLaughlin
S. G. Tucker
Rhode Island
R. B. Creger
Lizzie Bosley
Lee
de Cceas
T. K. Smith
L. N. Reed
C. B. Leghorn
C. N. Willett
Rt. 2
S. S. Hamberg
John S. McElroy
G. T. Clements
H. D. Stiles
L. W. Campbell
E. Call
Campbell’s
E. Showmaker
Albert Hines
Ier
David Cutsinger
L. E. Ross
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Ticsapiece
B. L. Litsey
S. B. Thompson, Jr
Pt. 3
J. S. Martin
Rt. 1
Palmer Goatley
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