Daughters of Confederacy hold Kentucky convention at Louisville
The Kentucky division annual convention opened at the Galt House in Louisville with welcome by Mrs. L. E. Williams and a response by Mrs. William G. Talbot. Reports on monument work dominated the session including progress toward a Arlington monument with Kentucky contributing a fair portion of over 20 000 raised nationally.
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Louisville
Kentucky
United ‘of the Confederacy
Galt House
L. E. Williams
Albert Sidney Johnston
William G. Talbot
J. G. Minnigerode
FP. Prieble
Lancaster
Miss Froman
Arlington
Naional
Virginia
West Virginia
Robert E. Lee
Camp Beauregard
Camp Inn
Mayfield
State Division of Chapters
Roy McKinney
Daughters of the Confederacy
Tennessee
Shiloh
Kentucky Clock Defies Winding Six Weeks Hidden Mystery
A McRoberts stores clock in several months has run six weeks without winding. The eight day clock began striking 120 strokes before a pencil jam stopped it. after that the clock resumed running yet it no longer chimes the hours. Crowds visit hoping to explain the perpetual motion-like marvel.
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Stanford
H. J. McRoberts
Mill and Grain Burned at Greenville Milling Works
Greenville milling company suffered the worst fire in its history destroying a flouring mill a grain elevator and 35000 bushels of wheat. The blaze began on private railroad tracks and the Illinois Central cars were burned as well. Loss estimated at 60900 dollars with about half insured.
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Greinville
Greenville
Greenville Milling Company
Illinois Central Railroad
Woman breaks neck at funeral near Newville
At Bethlehem church west of Newville Mrs Nora Best wife of John Best fainted while attending the funeral of her brother in law George Best. Her head struck a pew and her neck was broken producing instant death. She was 30. George Best died from consumption and was 28. The deceased were well known in the area.
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Newville
George Best
Bethlehem Church
Here
Nora Best
John Best
Odd Fellows plan Kentucky lodge meeting in 1911
The grand lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows voted to hold its annual meeting in Louisville during the second week of October 1911. The body also invited the sovereign grand lodge to meet in Kentucky in 1913. Lynn T. Gruber of Shelbyville was elected grand master, with Lt. Williams of Louisville honored after installation. Officers named include Otto A. Breith Newport deputy grand master and W. A. Carr Ashland grand warden. The Louisville gathering was among the largest ever, with about 765 to 775 attendees including past grand masters and other officers.
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Lexington
Grand Lodge of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows
Louisville
Sovereign
Grand Lodge of the World
Kentucky
Indianapolia
Lynn T. Gruber
Shelbyville
Lt. Williams
Gruber
Williams
W. Ff. Holt
Otto A. Breith
Newport
W. A. Carr
Ashland
R. C. Elliott
Whit Potter
Bowling Green
B. J. Durham
Danville
H. H. Roberts
J. N. Sehwickert
George T. Smith
Grand Guardian
J. Abraham
Grand Herald
R. H. Williams
Sanders
E. B. Duncan
Frankfort
Grand Lodge
Odd Fellows
Elliott
Fortune of 16 000 000 heirs plan to claim Ham burg fortune
Frankfort and Bath county heirs of John Hedrick plot to send John Hedrick III to Hamburg to claim a rumored 976 million left by John Hedrick. The original 4 million grew over 25 years in Hamburg banks, with direct heirs listed as Ambrose Hedrick family members including John Hedrick III and his relatives, plus several Hall descendants.
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Frankfort
John Hedrick
Bath County
Ham- Germany
John Hedrick J
Hamburg
Lewis Ambros Hedrick
Ambrose Hedrick
Edd Hedrick
Frank Hedrick
Cassing Hall
Kate Hall
Texas
Kentucky News Briefs From Paducah to Beattyville
Paducah reports a settlement ending a strike with concessions and many workers returning. Quincy Wallace to remain car department foreman until union charges are proven. Lexington observes Columbia Day as a holiday with Knights of Columbus ceremonies marking Columbus’s 418th anniversary. Catlettsburg sees cornerstone laid for new Federal building with 5,000 attendees and Masonry leaders. Ford narrates a near collision in King's Tunnel as a southbound train derails after a late run, engineer Lane praised. Beattyville bank closes due to inability to pay large checks.
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Paducah
Arres Ted
Quincy Wallace
Car Department
Lexington
Columbia
Knights of Columbus
Christopher Columbus
America
Catlettsburg
Masons
J. FE. Pollock
Greenup
Col
J. B. Sanford
John F. Hager
Ashland
Ford
King's Tunnel
Here
Lane
Trace
Beattyville
National Bank of
In Session at Danville Synod Debates Evangelist Aid
The Ken tucky Synod met in Danville in fine weather with plans to employ a special evangelist to work in state schools. Delegates favored nonordained teachers who can win student friends and embody Christ spirit. Central university president urged the plan. Bowling Green won the next meeting over Springfield by 29 to 34, to begin October 1911.
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Danville
Synod of Kentucky
Commonwealth
Kentucky State University
Eastern and Western Normal Schools
F. W. Hinttt
Central University
Reunion Ends for Orphan Brigade in Louisville Meet
The Orphan Brigade’s 26th reunion closes as veterans scatter homeward. In Louisville the second Tuesday and Wednesday in October 1911 mark the farewell events after speeches, stories, music, and feasting. Lawrence E. Finn gave the welcome, answered by Gen. W. B. Haldeman.
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Franklin
Orphan Brigade
Louisville
Kentucky
Simpson County
Lawrence E. Finn
W. B. Haldeman
Suit Against Berea College Over Back Taxes
Richmond J T Perrill as agent for Medeuif files suit against Berea College seeking five years back taxes on 105000 dollars. Plea claims college ran a laundry water works electric light hotel mill and other facilities for public use, exempt from tax, while actually serving Berea citizens and not competing, asks tax as a normal corporation.
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Richmond
J. T. Perrilt
Audftor
Medeuif
Berea College
Berea
Storm Causes Panic at County Fair Races
A violent thunderstorm swept Daviess County during a county fair last week as about 12,000 spectators endured rain and chaos. Side shows closed and streetcars struggled. many spectators were soaked while the crowd fled for safety. In other notes, Byron Andrews, a Covington newspaper man closely tied to Washington journalism, died at 55, remembered as a brilliant writer.
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Owensboro
Daviess County
Covington
Byron Andrews
Washington, D.C
John F. Fisk
Kentucky
Indaw
Charles Fisk
Litely Wietor
National Tribune
Washington
New York
Chicago
Dairy cattle: Holstein Shorthorn or Ayrshire for dairymen
A practical guide for milk farmers weighing Holstein Shorthorn and Ayrshire. It compares calf value and growth, advises against Jersey bulls, and favors breeding strategies to maximize milk output and profitability. It notes fat grade Shorthorns sold for about 55 per head and discusses selective retention of female calves from top cows.
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Baltimore
Ohio
West Virginia
Ness
Ayrshire and Guernsey cows for best dairy returns
An old dairy guide favors Ayrshire cattle for milk quantity and cold hardiness, with crossbreeds promising high returns for cheese and cream. Guernsey and Milking Polls are noted for rich, colored milk suitable for butter and flavoring, while Shorthorns and Holsteins are preferred for urban milk supplies.
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Guernsey
Jersey
Baltimore American
Seeds Injured by Moisture In Blue Grass and Corn
Seed moisture harms germination with blue grass seed heating and spoiling if not thoroughly dried. Corn, high in starch, is especially vulnerable to dampness, with moisture expanding during freezing and destroying germ life. Proper drying before storage prevents hidden seed failures at planting.
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Chase
Weatherson
American hogs praised for suited American conditions
The article credits five distinct hog breeds to American skill and asserts each is better adapted to American conditions than foreign breeds, with Berkshire noted as a versatile hog suitable almost anywhere.
Fleas and Mites Cure Mentioned for Barnyard Use
A crude carbolic acid remedy is touted to kill fleas and mites in barns and henhouses. Dissolve 15 cents' worth of carbolic acid in boiling water and spray the mixture around the coop for pest control.
Proper Depth For Plowing Proper Depth For Plowing
By C. M Miller a neighbor plows shallowly with a 14 inch plow pulled by two ponies. He runs shallow and leaves soil dormant. advice suggests using a 10 inch plow and deepening gradually to bring nutrients to the surface for better crops.
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C. M Miller
Tama
Dynamite Threat Prompts Quick Exit From Office
A man visits a business office and demands $25 or he will drop dynamite. The businessman remains calm and asks what’s inside. The would be extortionist says dynamite and warns it will blow him up if dropped. He then flees when no explosion occurs.
Uncertain Times Shape New York Wedding Rings
A jeweler notes life in New York shows in wedding rings with many inscribed dates being added after purchase. Two Englishmen in Stratforduponavon study a printed image claiming the house where Shakespeare was born, sharing skeptical wonder at the inscription.
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New York
Red Home
Stratfordam Aven
Shakespeare
Sones
Plumper Says Daily Buttermilk Makes Life Feel Longer
A quirky remark suggests that daily buttermilk could extend life by giving a sense of greater duration. The line reflects lighthearted commentary on everyday routines.
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Daughters of Confederacy
S. Geo. Best
T. Gruber
Hedrick
Springfield
Owensboro Fair
Carlisle
Woman's Foreign and Home Missionary Society
the Methodist Episcopal Church, South
Haysville
Unis City
Ayrshire
Geta Ag
Bior Couen
Dynamiter
Post
Pontum Ceres Company
Lat
Bavie Crees
Mich
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