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Newspaper
Springfield Sun
Location
Springfield, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1906
Page
2
Poem urging perseverance against oppression, praising workers and urging steadfast resolve. It contrasts false acclaim with justice and endurance, reminding laborers that victory comes only when questions are settled correctly despite strong opposition. The rhythm emphasizes hope after night, urging continued effort.
Cold Spring Kentucky recalls a dramatic incident when Miss Daisy Eckert fell into a 15 foot hole that opened into a cavern over 200 feet long. Neighbors rescued her and exploration plans are under way as the landowners had long tried to fill the shaft. News also reports Richmond awaiting word on the Bronston will and possible heirs with an estate around 150000 dollars.
Mr and Mrs Augustus E Hone were in a survey along Fourth Avenue when a coal wagon struck their carriage at Fourth Avenue and Market Street. Mrs Hone was knocked to the granite sidewalk but recovered quickly, aided by pedestrians, and later went to her father's home with her husband.
Gen John B Castleman hosted Mr and Mrs Hone after her marriage to Mr Hone. Mrs Hone formerly Miss Alice Castleman, famed as Kentucky beauty. The coal wagon driver avoided arrest and was cleared of fault. Mrs Hone showed notable presence of mind and agility likely preventing serious injury.
Neighbors give aid as onlookers gaze at a mother and son who remain outside a county home, choosing their dry goods box over entry. The scene reflects charity dynamics and the couple’s preference for independence despite hardship.
Reliable news from Beaver Creek reports the Hall and Martin factions clashed again with about 50 shots exchanged. John Vance, brother of Dick Vance, was fatally wounded and belonged to the Hall faction. Hall members suffered a thigh and arm wound. no reported Martin injuries.
A legislative measure now in effect prohibits any buyer or seller of wheat from using nonstandard weights or fractional parts of the half bushel to determine weight grade milling or market value. Violators face fines from ten to one hundred dollars and up to six months in county jail. The law requires the United States standard bushel and a straight square-edged stick for leveling the wheat in the half bushel.
In Lexington a romance between Fowler Givens, a street car conductor, and Miss Mary Railey of Versailles ends in marriage officiated by Justice Ben D. Bell. Miss Railey, daughter of the late William Railey, wealthy Woodford horseman, is linked to prominent county families and suitors.
Farmers in Tatham Springs work to harvest tobacco while Rev. Lowen conducts meetings at Fairview Christian Church. A protracted meeting is planned for the late month. Attendees joined the Rockbridge Association. Gordon and Crouch thresh wheat, hotel stays draw crowds, and neighbors report quiet evenings as a guest preacher comes from Harrodsburg for weekend services.
Blood stained stick found wrapped in a quilt in room No 36 at New Richmond house was turned over to police. Claude Bass was found murdered on North Sixth Street with a crushed skull. Police Chief Collins holds evidence for grand jury. suspects linked to room No 36.
In Glasgow Kentucky a pine dry goods box serves as a shelter for Polly Ann Stinnett and her son Riley in Elizabeth town. Lacking housing and funds they begged the box from a merchant and moved to the east end of town where they now live.
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