18 Nov 1908
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Newspaper
Springfield Sun
Location
Springfield, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1908
Page
1
A meeting of the Executive Committee on November 11 set pricing for 1907 tobacco by November 17 and sale to begin November 24. Growers are urged to send in all types immediately to ensure participation in opening sales. Large orders exist to absorb remaining 1906 crop and much of 1907. Purchasers must take one hogshead of old crop with each hogshead of 1907 crop. Bureau Topacco Society.
The Lebanon Enterprise notes Democratic momentum afterKentucky returns. Johnson, head of the State Campaign Committee, built a strong bid with little funds and is seen as a leading contender for governor. The piece also forecasts a crowded race for the U S Senate with Senator Poynter seeking reelection and several Democrats eyeing the toga.
The passage suggests a betting or race scene where the rider believes he will not be favored and that when the flag falls several of the original starters will be missing.
The Washington County Tobacco Warehouse Company will conduct a sale Saturday with sufficient tobacco gathered by manager Abram Sydnor. If tobacco is in condition buyers will be notified by telegraph and representatives from tobacco companies are expected to attend, signaling strong interest in the event.
Harrodsburg Herald reports workers uncovered a perfectly preserved dog mummy while repairing Col. B. L. Hardin’s front veranda. The animal, dated by context to seventy five to eighty years ago, appears inexplicably sealed inside the structure with no obvious entry point.
Rental notice for a six room residence on East Main street near the school house. Water in kitchen. Monthly price ten dollars. Call J A Bounwark executor or J M Burton for details.
The Democratic County Committee nominated candidates for various offices after a Saturday meeting on November 14. Several positions were set, with only Sheriff, Assessor, and Jailer appearing on the ballot for the coming primary on November 28, while other nominees listed include J. D. Graham for Legislature and B. L. Litsey for County Judge, among others.
In Thorn Hill suburb of Frankfort Kentucky Agnes Leitner killed her two children with a razor then cut her own throat from ear to ear. She threw the razor in the fireplace and collapsed in the room of her boarder. She died minutes later after a desperate plea for help. The family lived in a single room owned by William Long.
Miss Mary Brewer and Miss Hattie Bowles visit Miss Sadie Mayes for a Bethel meeting led by Revs. Brewer and Olmstead. Twenty eight candidates baptized at Russell's pond on Wednesday. Mrs. Maggie Raybourne and daughter Miss Minerva spent the day with Mrs. Woodford Graves. Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Graves visited Mr. and Mrs. James Lowe.
Democrats in Washington county summon voters from twelve precincts to meet at 2 p.m. on Saturday November 21 to elect a precinct committeeman in each precinct. On Monday November 23 the elected committeemen will convene in Springfield Kentucky to elect a chairman and secretary. Roger Gore serves as Democratic County Chairman.
Officials from the American Tobacco Company and the Burley Tobacco Society plan to resume talks in Louisville on Thursday or Friday over purchasing at least 60 percent of the 80 million pounds of Burley leaf in the pool. The American Tobacco Company seeks market price and cash payment, while growers press for their price.
On Wednesday afternoon a buggy with Misses Nellie Robards Ann Bixler Susie Mitchell and Jennie Parish toppled when a front wheel dropped. The horse bolted down Main Street dragging the buggy until Albert Condra of Garden City Kansas halted it. The horse’s hind feet were badly cut and the ladies were uninjured.
The Democrats of Kentucky deserve the greatest commendation for their very gallant work. With no money except that which came out of their own purses, the men who took upon themselves the management of the campaign sacrificed personal funds, fought a great fight, and won a great victory.
William Jennings Bryan issues a formal reply after a decisive election loss. He expresses faith in reforms including popular senatorial elections, trust regulation, labor law, tariff reduction, and bank deposit protection, while pledging continued public service from private life. He notes support from neighbors Lingola Nebraska and a Democratic state government.
Gleaned from a fragmented clipping, the speaker urges the legislature to act as a model for the nation. The text hints at a call for disciplined lawmaking and statesmanship to influence broader policy beyond the state.
The Semi-Annual Meeting of the Washington County Teachers Association will be held in Springfield on Friday November 27. A fine program of speeches addresses and music by teachers and others on educational subjects is planned. The event is open to all citizens interested in education with a special free day for county teachers after Thanksgiving.
J W Buse notes the opening of hunting season and the shift from primal foraging to regulated sport. He reflects on humanity’s drive to hunt, the impact on wildlife, and the evolving view of birds as useful creature and natural beauty as civilization advances. The piece contrasts gun use with the camera as a surrogate tool.
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