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Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1919

Page

16

Mt Sterling Prepares for Big Victory Loan Drive

Mt. Sterling gears up for the national Victory Loan Drive starting April 21. Events include the Trophy Train on April 26 with a 30 piece naval band, Tank Day May 1 at the Fair Grounds, and possible aeroplane visits. John G. Winn leads the local effort aiming to raise 279 100 dollars. prizes include helmets from German officers for top bond sellers.

United States Mt. Sterling Fair Grounds John G. Winn Helmest Montgomery

Body of Covington man buried after train arrival

The body of William Carroll son of George Carroll of Covington Kentucky arrived for burial after dying Saturday night. Funeral services led by Father Kolb at St Patrick's Church were held at St Thomas Cemetery following the 11 55 o clock train arrival. Pallbearers included Ed Ward Leonard McNamara Howard Cannan John McDonald R F E Punch and Frank Shaeffer. Carroll was uncle to Mrs Patsy McNamara and Ed and John Gibbons and related to the McDonald family.

William Carroll George Carroll Covington Father Kolb St. Patrick’s Church St. Thomas Cemetery Ed Ward Leonard McNamara Howard Cannan John McDonald R. F E. Punch Frank Shaeffer Carroll Patsy McNamara John Gibbons McDonald

Local Lieutenant Honored for London University Course

Lieut. Thos. H. Vansant son of Dr. and Mrs. J. A. Vansant, of this city, will take a three month course at the University of London after the armistice. Several European universities offered scholarships to American army personnel abroad. Vansant’s enviable record and praise from superiors are noted as his parents and friends express pride.

Thos. H. Vansant J. A. Vansant University of London England France Lt. Vansant

Popular Couple Weds in Lexington Ceremony

Miss Clemma Clark and Rollie Jacobs united in marriage in Lexington with close friends present. After a brief bridal trip to Cincinnati they plan to reside on the groom’s farm. Clark was a popular county resident and prize winner in last year’s automobile contest. Jacobs is described as a capable young businessman.

Clemma Clark Frank Clark Rollie Jacobs Arthur Jacobs Lexington Cincinnati Miss Clark Jacobs

Buy McCall's patterns at half price at THE FAIR

A local fair advertises McCall's sewing patterns at a 50 percent discount. The notice promotes shopping during event hours, highlighting bargains on fashion patterns for home sewing.

McCall’s

New Herald Agent Named for Lexington

Laura Graves Rooney appointed agent for the Lexington Herald to succeed Emily Robinson who resigned. Papers will continue to be on sale at Duerson's Drug Store. Rooney described as energetic and competent and expected to make the Herald a splendid representative.

Laura Graves Rooney Lexington Herald Emily Robinson Duerson Rooney The Herald

Fresh green vegetables at Vanarsdell's market

Local ad notes fresh green vegetables of all kinds available at Vanarsdell's, inviting shoppers to browse the colorful display and stock up on produce lovers' staples.

Vanarsdell’s

Seining Debate Over Slate Creek Stocking

Slate Creek has recently been seined many times at great expense and trouble. The stream was stocked in hope of making it a fine fishing stream and anyone who seines it should be given the limit under the law. The next grand jury will likely be asked to investigate the subject. The Advocate for printing.

Slate Creek

Delightful Dance at Trimble Hall Features Notable Guests

A Friday night dance at Trimble Hall organized by a Woman's History Club committee offered one of the season's most enjoyable events. Guests included Misses Angie Young Jackson Ida B. Brother Lucille Vice Virgiline Byron Grace Crooks of Owingsville Anna Louise White of Paris Martha Mc Ginnis of Winchester and Joan Mount of Stanford.

Trimble Hall Woman’s History Club Angie Young Jackson Ida B. Brother Lucille Vice Virgiline Byron Grace Crooks Owingsville Anna Louise White Paris Martha McGinnis Winchester Joan Mount Stanford

Farmers Tobacco Warehouse declares 20 percent annual dividend

The Farmers' Tobacco Warehouse Company of this city announces a 20 percent annual dividend. The firm enjoyed a very satisfactory season and anticipates larger patronage next year under manager John Crockett of Sharpsburg with Park Donaldson as secretary.

Farmers’ Tobacco Warehouse Company Farmers John Crockett Sharpsburg Park Donaldson

Harrodsburg Insurance Man Announces Governor Candidacy

Mr. P. J. Noel a prominent Harrodsburg insurance man announces his candidacy for the Democratic nomination for Governor subject to the August primary. Noel is described as a high class gentleman well known and popular across the state.

P. J. Noel Harrodsburg Noel

Homes Sale Off as Tenants Block Viewings

The sale of two houses on Lo cust street tied to the G. L. Kirkpatrick estate was halted Saturday after tenants refused to permit prospective buyers to inspect the properties.

Locust Street G. L. Kirkpatrick

Will Fight the Tax Law

Representatives from Fayette Mason Kenton Bourbon Scott and Montgomery meet Judge F A Bullock in Lexington this afternoon to discuss action against the State Tax Commission over property valuations. Attending are Judge E W Senff Henry R Prewitt Commissioner R G Kern and R R Whitsitt. A test suit in state or federal court may test the Jesse James Tax Law. If needed a repeal or amendment could follow.

Fayette Mason Kenton Bourbon Scott Montgomery F. A. Bullock Lexington State Tax Commission E. W. Senff Henry R. Prewitt R. G. Kern R. R United States

Mt Sterling to Be Shown in Pictures Souvenir

The Transylvania Printing Company plans an illustrated 64 page Mt Sterling souvenir book. It will feature half tone views of streets churches schools residences and industries with no advertisements. The project aims to showcase the city’s growth and attractions to a worldwide audience.

Transylvania Printing Company of Lexington Mt. Sterling Sterling Transylvania Printing Company

Specials At The Fair Page Highlight Sale Prices

Saturday specials promote Giaghams at 22¢ per yard from 25¢, ladies underwear discounts, Lenox Soap six cakes for 25c, six boxes of matches for 25c, brooms at 75c, screen wire, doors and hinges. The Fair features double breasted suits for young men from R E Punch & Co.

R. E. Punch & Co

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