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Newspaper

Springfield Sun

Location

Springfield, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

May 25, 1910

Page

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Circuit Court Proceedings Opened By Judge Thurman

Circuit Court convened with Judge I H Thurman presiding. Grand jury sworn with foreman G L Haydon and 11 others, instructed on gaming, Sunday closing and liquor in local option areas. Petit jurors listed. second day indictments handled. Ray Justice fined five dollars for hunting on another’s premises and Bob Justice fifty dollars for pointing a deadly weapon. Jim Young acquitted on carrying a concealed weapon. Geo Haydon fined sixty dollars for selling whiskey locally.

Circuit Court I. H. Thurman G. L. Haydon Foreman R. M. Thompson Titus Flougher C. L. Price J. F. Gregory W. T. Anderson Kent Rogers John Harmon Butler Showmaker Bailey Pinkston H. B. Bonta Richard Carey Petit Jury John Tobin Joe Campbell M. A. Mackin B. W. Neixick H. P. Mudd Will Fitzgerald W. 8. Poulter C. Cristie R. L. Brady W. M. Natley J. C. Clements W. L. Graham Isaac Armstrong Ed Foster W. W. Isham A. B. Walker Taylor Masters J. T. Carrico J. Q Goode H. F. Reed T. #. Montgomery John Dennis H. P. McElroy W. C. Mudd

Death of Mr McIntire in Fredercktown after kidney trouble

Mr E G McIntire a well known Fredercktown resident died Monday May 23 1910 after a long kidney illness. Born Sept 30 1835 he would be 75. He married Rosie Fowler May 7 1859 and had four daughters including Mrs Jeff Walker. Survived by his wife two dozen children and others. he once served as magistrate and helped vote 90000 to build the turnpike. Interred at Botland cemetery.

E. G. McIntire Fredercktown Mr. McIntire Rosie Fowler King Jeff Walker McIntire Botland R. C. Dumeis Penick Marion County Ryder Cemetery William Daniels Indianapolis Edna Daniels J. L. Putnam Robert M. Banister

Back to the Farm Spark Hits Montanan Homesteads

The Minneapolis Journal reports a national back to the farm surge with 2,000,000 predicted to desert cities for the countryside this spring. Montana sees 500 new homestead claims weekly as thousands more acres await settlers. Oregon, Washington, Wyoming and the Dakotas join the influx, with up to 8.5 million expected to return to soil before fall 1910.

America Washington Northwest Montana Great Pulse Land Office United States Oregon Wyoming Dakotas Thas Minneapolis Journal

Shall Women Vote If They Did New Life Pills Ad

Advertisement promotes Dr. King's New Life Pills as a cure for women with claims of health benefits. It asserts the pills banish dull feelings, backache, headache, and constipation, promising safety and certainty at Hayslon and Robertson's.

Dr. King Hayslon & Robertoon's

Trial of Henry Davison in Louisville Murder Case

The jury found Henry Davison not guilty after a long trial in Louisville before Judge Gregory. Prosecution by T Scott Mayes and Mix faced defense by W C McChord J W Lewis and W D Claybrooke. Evidence was conflicting with witnesses claiming the shooting followed an address, while others said Davison acted after being assaulted and knocked down.

Henry Davison Prentice Bobjitt Louisville Gregory Criminal Court Messrs T. Scott Mayes Commonwealth Mix W. C. McChord J. W. Lewis W. D. Claybrooke

Correction on Erastus Shields Trial Status

The correction notes a printing error stating Erastus Shields would stand trial for murder this term. it should have named Erastus Holliday. Shields is recovering from a serious past injury, has no charges against him, and is highly regarded in the county.

Erastus Shields Erastus Holliday Shields

Lad Accident Leaves Teen Severely Disabled

Everett Beaver sixteen son of James Beaver suffered a terrible accident Wednesday afternoon while alighting from a freight train near the Lebanon Lumber Company. His left leg was mangled between box cars and later amputated below the knee at Elizabeth Hospital by Dr. McChord. The leg was also fractured near the hip. He withstood the operation and is recovering.

Everett Beaver James Beaver Msten Lebanon Lumber Company Elizabeth Hospital McChord Beavier Lebanon Falcon

Comet Cold Epidemic Reported in New York City

May 21 New York reports a rising number of colds and grip linked to early morning roof parties watching Halley’s comet. Health Commissioner Lederle says no official notice of an epidemic, while a citizen protests newspaper fearmongering.

New York New York City Lederle

Figure 7 Social by Presbyterian Youth Band

The Younger Missionary Band of the Presbyterian church plans a Figure 7 social on the lawn at Mrs. J Y Mayes residence tomorrow evening. The event invites neighbors to join a social gathering hosted by the church group.

The Presbyterian Church J. Y. Mayes

Expert's Opinion On Skin Disease Remedy Zemo

A national skin disease expert notes eczema is hard to conquer yet endorses Zemo as a successful external remedy for eczema itching skin diseases dandruff pimples and blackheads. The liquid treatment is praised as clean and superior to greasy salves and lotions and suitable for infants. Leo Haydon offers free sample bottles and a booklet explaining home cure with Zemo.

Zemo Leo Haydon

Johnson sponsor presses forward in Kentucky governor race

Rep Ben Johnson's special representative Rogers Gore says Johnson is the sole clear gubernatorial candidate in Kentucky. Gore states headquarters are active and Johnson will tour counties after Congress adjourns. Kentucky counties receive varied tax assessments from the State Board of Equalization with multiple rate increases and town lot exemptions noted.

Ben Johnson Al-State Board of Equalization Jnc. Wakefield Cincinnati Enquirer Rogers Gore Kentucky Johnson Gore Commonwealth Congress Mr. Johnson

Rodman Jersey Sale at Shelbyville Ky. Farm Report

The Rodman Jersey cattle sale near Shelbyville Kentucky on Friday May 13 drew steady bidding from multiple regions. Eighty one cataloged head sold plus many calves at 100 to 220 dollars each, averaging about 300 dollars for the main lot, with no sensational prices. Springfield buyers acquired Octavia's Noble Lass, Forfarshire's Golden Queen, Noble's Sweet Benedictine, a calf by Sultan's Pandora, Fox's Majestic Lady, and Fox's Pandora among others, reflecting solid demand for high grade Jerseys and breeder stock.

H. D J. A. Rodman Shelbyville Jersey Farmers” Home Journal Springfield Octavia Noble Oaklands I. H. Thurman Forfarshire Thurman Sultan Pandora Fox Marjesty E. S. Mayes Agatha Flying Fox E. S. Mayes, Jr

Sayes on Iowa Man Life and Electric Bitters

Robert Madsen of West Tharlington Iowa lay in a hospital seven weeks with doctors giving up then found relief using Electric Bitters after eight months of liver trouble jaundice and failed remedies He took five bottles and recovered at Haydon Robertson's selling for 150 cents with a life changing claim and guarantee for stomach and kidney health.

Robert Madsen West Tharlingston Iowa Haydon & Robertson's

Itch Relief Ad Promotes D D D Remedy Offer

An advertisement touts D D D Prescription itch relief with oil of wintergreen thymol and ally cerine in external use. It promises instant relief from itching and offers a special bottle at Ye to new customers in town, from The Leo Haydon Co.

The Leo Haydon Co

Burglary at Millinery Store Stolen Hat Trim Goods

Thieves broke into Mrs. Willie Knots millinery shop last week taking a small quantity of artificial flowers and hat trimmings. Entry was gained by prying open a window and the culprits escaped through a rear door left ajar. No clues to their identity were found.

Willie Knots

Marion County Fire Destroys Bobbitt Hotel in Lebanon

Early Monday morning a woodshed fire behind the Bobbitt hotel near the depot in Marion County, Lebanon, destroyed the hotel and several adjoining buildings. Loss estimated at 6000 dollars with 4000 dollars on the building and 1000 on furnishings. insurance covered.

Falcon and Enterprise Lebanon Bobbitt Bobbntt

Citizens National Life Insurance forms largest southern merger

The Citizens Life and Citizens National Life Insurance Companies merge to form Citizens National Life Insurance Company with a capital of 1.5 million, potentially rising to 5 million. Chartered in Kentucky, it will deposit about 1.8 million with the state to protect 128 policyholders. Directors include W. D. Claybrooke.

South Citizens’ Life Citizens” National Life Insurance Companies Citizens’ National Life Insurance Company Kentucky Springfield W. D. Claybrooke

Manhattan Shrimps Recipe Tease from Woman's Home Companion

Fannie Merritt Palmer offers a kitchen tip for Manhattan Shrimps in Woman's Home Companion. Melt butter and flour, blend, then whisk in cream and tomato with soda, add cheese and canned shrimp, season with salt mustard and cayenne. Cook until cheese melts and serve immediately.

Fannie Merritt Palmer Woman's Home Companion Fortune

Local social notes from Texas and nearby towns

Mrs R L Purdom and daughter visited Springfield hosts. Rev R L Purdom back from Baltimore Baptist convention. Mr B T Spalding and family with Mrs John Peterson. Miss Ella Yankey visiting Aunt Mrs Clem. John Peterson bought a horse for 200 dollars. R L Arnold loses a fine colt. Arnold brothers in Boyle County last week. Mrs Julia Russell visits Mrs T E Wilson. Peterson Rice Co expands two storehouses.

R. L. Purdom H. H. Kimberlin M. Campbell Springfield Baltimore Md T. Spalding Daugh~ter Lebanon John Peterson Golden Peterson Gravel Ella Yankey Penick Clem Charlie Good Debaren Perryville R. L. Arnold Massers R. L A. W. Arnold Boyle County Julia Russell Mackville Mra T. E. Wilson Peterson Rice & Co

Wise and Otherwise Reflects on Effort and Honesty

The piece contends that those who boast of free speech or honesty without action rarely feel the impact of failure. It favors those who try and fail over the uninvolved, notes the value of exertion, and critiques employers who preach clockless work while watching the time.

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