Recollections of Winchester editors and early papers
Ex-editor T G Stuart praises Winchester journalism history and lists former editors and publishers. He recalls the National Union, the Clark County Democrat, the Sun and Sun Sentinel line, plus key figures like George M. Jackson and J. M. Parris, framing independence and local press heritage. He urges bold, truthful, independent reporting and reflects on Civil War era loyalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee Hathaway
Montgomery
Chronicle
Clark County
Democrat
James M. Parris
Winchester
Thomas M. Parris
Clark
Parris
Thornton Wills
Jessamine Journal
Nicholasville
Daily News
Zimm
Kentucky
Fairhover
Lisle and Nichols
Marcus Lisle
Rodney Haggard
J. M. Benton
D. C. Lisle
Judge Flanagan
J. W. Harding
T. G. Stuart
Independent
National Union
Lincoln
Breckinridge
Bell
Douglass
Fort Sumpter
Daily paper needed for city growth and civic life
Lucien Beckner argues for a daily Sun-Sentinel style paper to serve merchants and readers, noting the Lexington Herald column as a model and urging a nonpartisan, high quality daily champion for the community. The piece cites past efforts and the role of a daily press in boosting local commerce and public discourse.
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Sun-Sentinel
Reading
Winchester
Lexington Herald
Bro. Perry
Lucien Beckner
Woes of the Editor in Winchester new daily
J. M. Rash reflects on past struggles of the Sun weekly and welcomes a new big daily in Winchester with dispatch service. He hopes it will be patronized and serve uplift, growth, and the Gate Way City’s development.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Sun
Mary Smith
Susie Jones
Greater
Gate Way City
J. M. Rash
The Younger Set serial begins in The News by Robert W Chambers
The News presents the first installment of The Younger Set by Robert W Chambers, touted as one of his best works. The New York World praises the author’s rise and urges readers to follow the tale to maintain continuity, promising further premier literature if popularity continues.
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Robert
W. Chambers
New York World
Man's Dull Attire Reflects Diminished Morale in Britain
A quote from Chambers' Journal notes that British people grow duller and more morose in clothing choices. It comments on carelessness turning to affectation and suggests fashion mirrors mood in society.
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Chambers’ Journal
Ambitious Woman Seeks Society Leadership in Chicago News
A Chicago News opinion notes a woman eager to lead society starts by steering her husband, a colorful remark on social ambition and influence within high society.
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Chicago News
First King’s Daughters Tag Day a Great Success
The King’s Daughters charity drive on Saturday raised $253.01 as volunteers wore red tags to collect donations citywide. Members led by Mrs. James S. Winn helped needy residents, with stories of generosity from North End cafe patrons and a conductor at C&O depot.
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King’s Daughters
Chilesburg
Heaven
North End
The
James S. Winn
Annie B. Croxton
Earnest Bean
Mattie Gay
Rand Baldwin
Mat Bean
John Bean
Lucien Beckner
Mary Bush
Eliza Bush
Ed. Clark
Annie Croxton
Leila
Nancie Jett
Bert Leveland
M. B. Milles
John Mille
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Mrt
Winchester News
Winchester Newspapers
Win
Chester, Ky
George M. Jackson
Piggott
Ark
B. F. Turner
Danville
A. C. Quisenberry
Hyattsville
Maryland
John E. Garner
Walter Quisenberry
W. M. Beckner
G. B. Nelson
Sam M. Boone
Somerset
G. Stuart
John H. Stuart
Frankfort
Bourbon Co
W. B. Nichols
Lexington
D. Grubbs
John L. Bosley
J. D. Mitchell
Pos Valley
Oklaho
R. R. Perry
Gibson Taylor
Tucson
Arizona
Clinketteard
Portsmouth
Ohio
R. H. Rutledge
Grayson
Webb Banks
Drummer
King’s Daughters Organization
Hagan Gas Engine Co
Ticket
Manhattan
Knox
Stetson
McCord, Smith & Phillips
Brown - Proctoria Hotel
Woodson Moss
T. Morrow
Maurice Miller
C. H. Rees
B. A. Tracy
Lizzie Tracy
Sam Willis
T. W. L. van Meter
William Worten
J. S. Winn
Cora Baldwin
Cornelia Renick
Rebecca Eckley
Pearl Haggard
Florence Sympson
Lizzie Gilberts
Hagan
Hagan Gas Engine & FE
Postal Telegraph and Cable Co
L. M. Butsch
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