08 Dec 1927
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Newspaper
Kentucky Lexington Advertiser
Location
Lexington, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1927
Page
1
A 1927 Durant notice describes a prized calf from Folly Farm, bred by J. B. Ellsworth and Tom Humphries Stock Farm. The calf’s pedigree blends Jersey and Proven Sire lines, with praised show ring potential and high milking daughters.
Thompson plans to launch a new line in Kosciusko by establishing a wholesale and retail operation for General Tires serving Attala Holmes Leake Neshoba and Choctaw counties. The Thompson-Ozier Wholesale and Retail Store was recently incorporated to act as distributor while the Superior Service Station remains a branch under Frank Eakin.
A formal notice announces a December 18 hospital benefit cantata at the Episcopal church. City choir representatives will perform the Christmas story in a reverent program. The Community Hospital asks for generous support, highlighting needs for equipment and improved facilities.
Holmes County School Board expresses deep appreciation for G H Love after eight years as Superintendent of Education In a formal resolution the board notes his tireless efforts widening educational opportunities and bringing high school within reach A copy is to be sent to Love and published in the Lexington Advertiser.
School music pupils present the operetta Land of Dolls on December 16 under the music department. The story follows two girls punished then guided to a land of dolls by the Fairy Queen, featuring dolls, fairies, and appearances by historical figures. A twelve woman symphony orchestra and primary glee club songs are included. Admission is 25 and 60 cents to aid in buying a new school piano.
Dr. Raper selects Eternal Values as his sermon subject at the 11 o clock service. A cordial invitation is extended to all in the community and visitors in the city are welcomed at the Methodist church.
Cantata practice at The Episcopal Church is set for Saturday at 8 o'clock with organist duties to be announced. Week of December 11 includes Monday 7 PM and Wednesday 3 PM plus Thursday 7 PM. dates may shift. The note mentions fostering Jersey cattle breeding in Holmes County.
The Lexington High School student paper urges voters to approve $60,000 in bonds for new facilities as enrollment climbs. Editors describe school needs and publish student articles, with eighth grade essays on the subject. A December 9 revival event at the high school auditorium in the music department is announced.
Announcement that the detour over the old bridge near Pickens will end December 10 as the new road and bridge are completed. Sub contractor Ige R. Strowd says the bridge is finished except painting with only minor gravel work left. The new route will restore a standard highway across the Big Black river, replacing the old detour.
Minnie Landrum Circle presents a devotional program featuring Hymn Joy to the World Bible Reading Psalm 100 and sessions on Christ and Confessions Mrs Derrick Personal Service for Christ Mrs Hall Buddhism As’ T Know It Mrs Weeks Nothing But the Blood of Jesus Mrs Gibson Hymn Nothing But the Blood of Trans.
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