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Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Apr 09, 1913

Page

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Wine Woman and Song at the Table April 14

Producer Mortimer M. Singer presents a high class vaudeville show headed by Violet Pearl with Billy Meenan and Norman Taylor among a cast of thirty. The act features singing dancing and comedy with stars including Ida Howard and Frank Martin. Prices are 85 50 and 1 tic.

Mortimer M. Singer Violet Pearl Fun Makers Pretty Girls Billy Meenan Meehan Pearl Norman Taylor Israel Brushky Hary Lang Herman Fritz David Warfield Frank Martin London Richard Hanlon Ida Howard Frohman Artie Young

Steaks and Roasts Highlight City Dining Scene

S. P. Greenwade spotlights the city's best steaks and roasts in a savory guide. Readers can expect top-cut beef selections, signature preparations, and dining spots noted for flavor and quality.

Oldham Brothers Expand Busy Bee Cash Store Partnership

Mr C K Oldham sold his share of the Busy Bee Cash Store to his brother A B Oldham who will join with his son William. The firm started about 18 years ago and grew into the largest department store in the Kentucky region. C K Oldham will remain a city resident while overseeing Carlisle operations and will base his local activities at Busy Bee Store.

C. K. Oldham Busy Bee A. B. Oldham William Kentucky Oldham Bros Carlisle

C. & O. Resumes New York Schedule After Flood

The C. and O. resumes its schedule to New York with two trains daily in each direction on regular times. C. & QO. service to New York and other Eastern points remains unexcelled and traffic is restored on this popular line after flood damage.

New York

Chosen Secretary of Montgomery County Fair

Mr. W Hoffman Wood elected to succeed W C Hamilton as secretary of the Montgomery County Fair Association after four years of Hamilton’s service. Wood aims to make the 1913 Fair the best yet, courting cooperation from county citizens and saddle and trotting horsemen. Hamilton retires with credit and best wishes from the Board.

W. C. Hamilton Montgomery County Fair Association W. Hoffman Wood Wood Hamilton

Montgomery County High School Baseball Beats Owingsville

Montgomery County High School lost early as Owingsville scored three in the first inning. The home team rallied with two runs in the first and three in the last, finishing with two hits by Cox McClure Skidmore Barnard Ford Bowles and line-up including McGuire Ford McClure Turley Cox Horton Barnard Bowlds. McGuire pitched well and the coach expects several wins this season.

Montgomery County High School Owingsville Cox McClure Skidmore Barnard Ford Bowles McGuire Bowlds Turley Horton

Resignation of City Council Member J Will Clay

Mr J Will Clay resigns from the Second ward seat due to business interests and his candidacy for State Senator. He says time to the office was insufficient and notes his progressive conduct will be missed. J R Miller elected to fill the unexpired term.

J. Will Clay Clay J. R. Miller

James F O Donnell Delights Audiences at Catholic Table

James F O Donnell the famous monologue artist entertained Monday night with The Sign of the Cross as his subject. A large appreciative audience attended the Catholic Church sponsored event, witnessing a masterful performance by the noted entertainer.

James Francis O’donnell

Notice to creditors and debtors in Stofer estate

All persons having claims against the estate of Silas Stofer deceased are notified to present them proven to Attorney John A. Judy. All indebted individuals are asked to settle. Executors are Mrs. Belle D. and John Stofer. 40-31.

Silas Stofer John A. Judy Belle D John Stofer

Butter engagement sought with July ad request

Wanted to make engagement for butter. Apply phone 714. Seed potatoes and garden seeds at Vanarsdell's.

Vanarsdell’s

Manning Denies Slanderous Reports In 1913 Campaign

In a letter to Democratic voters of the 90th district dated April 8, 1913, B. M. Manning defends his integrity against rumors that he is acting under relatives or other influence. He asserts no corporate ties and promises a clean nomination based on merit and voter support.

90Th Legislative B. M. Manning

Filters Arrival Aids Mt Sterling Water Project Completion

Filter supplies have arrived for the Kentucky Utilities Co. project. Crews will rush the filter system to completion within ten days to two weeks, despite prior delays, aiming to provide Mt. Sterling with top quality water.

Kentucky Utilities Co Mt. Sterling

Barn Destroyed by Fire on Winn Street

A tobacco barn owned by Mr. George Owings on Winn street was destroyed by fire Tuesday night last week. The loss is about 1500 dollars with 800 dollars insured. The barn held a brake cart, a survey, a wagon, and around 1500 tobacco sticks from Kirkpatrick and Clay. The origin of the fire is unknown.

Winn Street George Owings Owings Lin Beall Kirkpatrick Clay

Walking Cake Delights Shoppers at Chenault & Crcar’s Majestic Demo

If you missed the walking cake at Chenault & Crcar's special Majestic Range demonstration this week you missed a sight worth traveling for. Read the paper's ad to see how the cake was baked in the Majestic Range and presented to shoppers.

Chenault & Crcar

School Children Give $16.23 for Flood Relief

The Public School children donated 16.23 dollars to the local flood relief fund via the Exchange Bank. The amount was forwarded to Governor McCreary to allocate as he sees fit.

Exchange Bank

Splendid Offering By Presbyterian Church

The Presbyterian Church members last Sunday subscribed $67.72 for flood relief. Laughlin Co. notes continue in tin and plumbing after selling harness department to Dale & Nelson. tf.

Presbyterian Church Dale & Nelson The Laughlin Co

Miss Florence Wyatt to Marry James McChesney Today

The marriage of Miss Florence Gorin Wyatt to Mr. James Curry McChesney will take place today at the bride’s parents’ home on Harrison avenue. Only close family will attend and they will honeymoon in St. Louis before settling there. Wyatt is praised as popular and well connected here. McChesney, of Lexington and St. Louis, is described as a good gentleman with strong business credentials.

Florence Gorin Wyatt James Curry McChesney Lexington St. Louis B. F. Wyatt Harrison Avenue Miss Wyatt Mr. Sterling

Friends Look Ahead to Bright Political Future for W Bridges White

W Bridges White of Mr Sterling Commonwealth's Attorney Twenty first Judicial District and Democratic State Central Committee member is in Louisville today on private business. Known party leader in the Ninth District he is regarded as strong congressional timber with Washington potential. He prosecutes in Circuit Judge Allie W Youne's court and has made a notable record.

W. Bridges White Sterling Commonwealth Twenty-first Judicial District Democratic State Central Committee Louisville White Ninth Washington Allie W. Youne Louisville Times

New Tailoring House To Open In Tyler Apperson Building

The tailoring business led by Mr George A Heath a seasoned practical tailor from Sebring Ohio plans a new shop in this city within weeks in the Tyler Apperson building. Heath is highly recommended as a skilled workman and courteous gentleman and expects liberal patronage from the start. Opening dates to be announced later.

George A. Heath Sebring Tyler- Apperson Heath

Ripe Old Age Claim Ends for Reuben Kemper

Mr. Reuben Kemper died at the Montgomery county Poor House last Wednesday from infirmities of old age at the age of 82. The death notes were filed in local records with no further details of heirs or services.

Reuben Kemper Montgomery County

Judge Young of Morehead Visits Louisville for Relaxation

Judge Allie W. Young, a renowned jurist and Democratic figure, stays in Louisville after a strenuous circuit term. He socializes with local politicians, discussing politics, and cherishes a silver mounted cane gifted by Breathitt County citizens after clearing Jackson’s heavy criminal docket.

Allie W. Young Morehead Louisville Young Breathitt County Jackson Louisville Times

Mares Reserved for Forbes Stallion at Court of Fame

J Malcolm Forbes announces that his stallion will host top mares this season. The list includes Fantasy Extasy Bertha Guy Phoebe Onward Lilworthy Baron Lassie and other noted matrons. Demand from breeders across the country grows as Mainleaf and Majestic Range promotions accompany the sale. Chenault and Orear offer $8 worth of ware with Majestic Range demonstrations starting April 7.

Fantasy Bertha Guy Bertha Forbes Phoebe Onward Lilworthy Frank Perry Baron Lassie Peter Billiken Wanetka Ashleaf Wilkes Mainleaf J. R. Magowan Blue Grass Journal Chenault & Orear

Public Stenographer and Rentals Notice

Public stenographer Ruth Tharp advertises stenographic work at phone 117 and offers a seven room residence on Harrison Avenue for rent with two basements, stable and small garden. Suitable for two families. Dr J. T. Ricketts signs the notice.

Ruth Tharp Harrison Avenue J. T. Ricketts

Elder county Democrat claims record eight decades old

Mr. John Helton of Aaron's Run in this county asserts he is older than Mr. J. G. Trimble Sr. and the oldest Democrat in the county at ninety eight, claiming he has never scratched a Democratic ticket.

John Helton Aaron J. G. Trimble Helton

Also Mentioned on This Page

S. P. Greenwade Oldham Brothers Firm Jess McCormick.Lumber Co MT. Sterling, KY Montgomery County Fair James F.O O’donnell Wyait M’chesney Florence Wyatt J. C. McChesney New Tailoring Judge Young J. Malcolm Forbes Trimble Bryan & Whitehead
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