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Newspaper
Winchester News
Location
Winchester, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Mar 06, 1909
Page
3
The Winchester News weekly edition prints as an independent Kentucky paper published by The Winchester News Co. It operates from South Main Street Winchester and is entered as second class matter with postal records dating back to 1879 and 1908.
The notice lists subscription prices for carrier delivery. One year costs 4 dollars by mail, 5.20 dollars total, payable at office or collected weekly. Monthly payments are 3 dollars in advance and 1.50 dollars per smaller period.
Advertising rates listed per inch and per time period with options for daily weekly and monthly insertion. Discounts offered for extended terms include three months six months and annual reductions. Reading notices priced per line in body type with headings in news style.
A 1909 Washington weather note analyzes March 4 inaugurations versus April 30, tracing history of inauguration dates. It cites Jefferson, Monroe, Lincoln, Cleveland, McKinley with varied first and second term weather, Madison and Grant contrasts, and Roosevelt weather outcomes. It explains March 4 as accidental, tied to electoral dates and legal timing.
Theodore Roosevelt, former U S president, is listed as contributing editor in this issue. On March 5 he signs his first editorial for the Outlook titled Why I Believe in the Kind of Journalism for Which the Outlook Stands. He argues that each conscientious newspaper leader is a real asset to the public.
A critique of media ownership and editorial influence contrasts responsible papers with those driven by wealth and mendacity. The author warns against newspapers that stifle honest opinion and praises editors who uphold sound morality, noting Abbott and associates avoid corrupt pitfalls.
Clay City social rounds list visits from Vaughn Wilson of Morehead to his sister Mrs. E. B. McGlone, Maude Moore of Sardis Mississippi, Patsy Bush in Winchester, J. A. Wallace of Irvine, and others. Reports of relatives in Rosslyn, J. C. Allen’s return from Kansas and Colorado, Dr. J. W. Williams in Stanton, Ollie Young of Winchester, and Ed C. O Rea of Frankfort at Hazelrigg’s bedside after a fall. Flora Wilson’s Richmond wedding to Jessie Peerse, Henry Watson of Mt. Sterling, D. M. Henry of Louisville visiting his ill father A. Henry, and Cuba lecture by H. K. Taylor with readings by Geo. S. Dalgety and a K. W. quartet. Mrs. Thomas Adams in Lexington.
Col Alexander T Forsyth a famed Kentucky auctioneer and longtime Paris resident died at 2 15 am at his Mt Airy Ave home of heart failure He was a Bourb on native veteran Confederate soldier and former Paris police chief He belonged to Company C Ninth Kentucky Cavalry Orphan Brigade and was a close friend of Col W C P Breckinridge Funeral set for Sunday at 1 30 pm at his Mt Airy home with Rev M T Chandler and Elder Carey presiding
In Mt Sterling Kentucky on March 6 a fire horse driven by Stanley Brown bolted between a tree and a fence on East Main Street. Barrett Paxton riding with Brown suffered multiple injuries including a broken ankle and toe dislocation. Brown escaped with minor injuries as the horse remained uninjured and was stopped. The horse had previously run off two or three times. Also reported is the marriage of John T Williams and Sadie Jordan in the city the same day and an update on J W Hedden recovering from a blood poisoning injury and expected to resume duties soon.
London Kentucky March 5 a sensational development occurred when Rachel Sparks widow of the late Attorney James Sparks withdrew her claim and asked dismissal in the $30000 damages suit against Robert Boyd Jr for the shooting and killing of her husband in the Laurel Circuit Court premises in November 1907 The settlement was made without the knowledge or consent of her lawyers who contend they had earned their fees and object to the step
The magnetic needle rests north-south as if Earth is a giant magnet. A compass aligns with a bar magnet beneath it just as it does under Earth’s influence. The north pole and the north star have no effect on the compass needle.
A quotation by Benjamin Franklin on vanity and boldness marks a reflection on human beliefs. It cautions that no doctrine is universally true and no rejection universal false, highlighting humility and caution in certainty.
A Kansas City Times reader recounts a remarkable meteor shower, exclaiming it as the greatest night for astronomers and noting the extraordinary number of meteors seen, while a seated friend shares the astonishment.
A witty exchange features Mrs Henpeck asking why bachelors are crabbed and cross, with Mr Henpeck replying that bachelors fearlessly speak their minds. The joke reflects marital stereotype and newspaper humor from the Newark Star.
In New York City wealthy residents receive about 35,000 begging letters daily. Writers seek funds but philanthropists grant aid only after careful plans and investigations, limiting charitable disbursement despite generosity.
A visitor tries to be kind to a small maiden by offering to peel her pear. The child answers in a polite regional accent that it is already small enough, ending the interaction with a charming retort. The exchange preserves a quaint, backward-glow tone.
Washington March 6 Vice President Sherman, still excited from inauguration day, will attend a dinner tonight hosted by Representative J Hampton Moore of Philadelphia. Invited guests include Pennsylvania delegation members in Congress Gridiron club members Five oClock club Philadelphia and other high government officials.
Scott MacReynolds of Brooklyn New York sues Gov Charles N Haskell Orville T Smith law secretary sheriff John Mahoney and Robert L Lunsford for 10000 in Guthrie Oklahoma March 6 alleging seizure of his papers connected with the governors 600000 suit against William R Hearst MacReynolds was Hearsts representative
Warren Pa March 6 Caleb C Thompson former speaker of the Pennsylvania legislature and a noted Mason collapsed and died on a street in Warren. The tragedy leaves a leadership gap in Masonic circles and state politics.
Pittsburg March 6 Attorney John Marron representing Council man John F Klein twice found guilty in the graft scandal says the bribery act of 1874, under which the cases have been tried, has been repealed and never reenacted. If true the graft prosecutions may be illegal.
In Flushing Queens County Judge Garretson postponed indefinitely the date for Captain Peter C. Hains Jr trial for the murder of William E Annis. He noted two other inmates in Queens jail awaiting first degree murder trials for over a year. In Chicago Joe Rogers lost a handicap wrestling match to Charles Olsen after attempting a deliberate throw.
Austin March 6 The Texas House unanimously passed a resolution inviting President Taft to visit Texas signaling strong state support for a presidential visit and highlighting legislative unity on the invite.
Chicago markets show steers at 500 25, cows 3 60 5 50, heifers 3 25 6 00, bulls 2 40 5 25, stockers 3 30 5 30, calves 3 50 8 75. East Buffalo and Cleveland report varied cattle, calves, sheep, lambs, hogs. Pittsburgh and Cincinnati add price ranges.
In Jackson Kentucky on March 6 Judge S S Taulbee files a $25000 damage suit against Sam J Roberts editor of the Lexington Leader over a New York Herald Syndicate written article that ridiculed Taulbee and his court manner. The piece by Miss Richardson was distributed nationwide. Also on trial is the Breathitt murder case of Drew Bush as Yellercat Jeff Davis and Cal Miller face charges. Marion Adkins, from Elliott county, is linked to a separate fatal shooting at Camp Christy two years ago.
Lexington report from March 6 states after Judge John K Richards death in Cincinnati Kentuckians urge Judge A M J Cochran to be promoted. Friends of John T Shelby push for his appointment as United States District Judge and are widely seen as eminently fitted for the post with bar support.
Immense haciendas in the Mexican state of Durango cover a million acres or more, illustrating vast landholdings that dominate regional land use. The finding highlights the scale of estates owned by a few individuals and organizations.
Local column notes J R Hathaway and R L Heck erda joining the Rose and Company tailoring agency in Chicago, with samples to be shown at 56 Ny Maple Street. Trial of Steve Taylor for murder of his brother Thomas in Cincinnati ends with a second degree verdict. sentence pending. Community updates on ill health and a Mu Mu Social Club inaugural ball with 38 couples attending. Church services outline sermons and programs throughout the day.
A brief reflective line notes love as an alchemist and a man in love who regards a found coal as a diamond, presenting a poetic view on perception and value in affection.
A brief Chicago News quote reflects on famed pavements made of good intention, noting few are interested since they do not expect to visit them.
A Kansas City Journal quote laments a husband’s anger at his wife roaming all day and returning home with no scandal worth hearing, reflecting a dated domestic morale tone and social expectations.
A witty remark on actresses and marriage from a bygone era, noting that many women would join the stage if beauty matched appearances in photos. The line satirizes the idea of stage life as a barrier to traditional marriage norms.
New York City's total real estate, if divided equally among all residents, would amount to 1,520 dollars per person in land value based on current assessed valuation.
A brief wartime era tribute song praising a youth named David and his campaign hat. The piece celebrates truth and steadfast leadership as a rallying symbol, recalling shared struggles and loyalty with a nostalgic tone. It attributes authorship to THOS. H. MULVEY.
CAS P. BEDFORD, ager, for Continental Fire Insurance Company offers safe protection for property. Includes schedule references 1-27-4 wks and weekly Wednesdays and Saturdays.
The article discusses British Guiana as possibly the most mixed population, noting admixture of French Dutch Spanish British and Indian blood. It also mentions the difficulties for men marrying daughters whose upbringing aims to produce princesses.
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