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Newspaper

Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Apr 17, 1912

Page

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Roosevelt Gains Big Lead in Pennsylvania Delegates

Incomplete returns from Pennsylvania show Theodore Roosevelt securing about 65 of 76 Republican delegates. Wilson dominates Democratic votes with 74 of 76. Illinois GOP favors Roosevelt, and Taft trails. Champ Clark defeats Wilson for the Democratic nomination in the same primary.

Taft Pennsylvania Illinois Roosevelt Woodrow Wilson Baltimore Champ Clark

Fresh and Cured Meats Ad by S. E. Kelly Co

An advertisement for S. E. Kelly & Co offering fresh and cured meats. Includes contact line via phone and location at 121f.

S. E. Kelly & Co

Pension Act for Confederate Soldiers and Widows Advise

County Attorney Earl W. Senff offers free guidance on provisions of the recent Legislature Act granting pensions to Confederate Soldiers and widows. He invites interested parties to seek information at his office.

Earl W. Senff

Bowen man buys splendid jack for 1912 season

Dr A T Knox of Bowen Kentucky has purchased the jack named Mike from J L Faulkner of the county. Knox will use the animal at Bowen for the 1912 season. Powell county farmers are urged to breed mares to this excellent sire.

A. T. Knox Bowen Jack Mike J. L. Faulkner Powell County

Jury summoned for federal court in Richmond April 22

Four local men John W. Jones Geo R Snyder R L Tipton and Overton Jones have been summoned as jurors of the federal court to convene in Richmond on April 22.

Messrs John W. Jones Geo. R. Snyder R. L. Tipton Overton Jones Richmond

Grand jury backs tearing down Court House wall and upgrades

The grand jury urged removing the old stone wall around the Court House and terracing the lawn to street level. Judge Young ordered the work, plus awnings for the jury room, wood refinishing, and jail plastering, with hopes the Fiscal Court will act promptly.

Grand Jury Young Court House

Sister of Local Man Dies in Cincinnati Hospital

Mrs. Sallie I. Bolinger sister of Mr. W L Killpatrick of this city died last Thursday at a Cincinnati hospital during a serious operation. The funeral was in Lewisburb. She was well known and loved here and Mr. Killpatrick has many friends offering sympathy.

Cincinnati Sallie I. Bolinger W. L. Killpatrick Lewisburg

Plate Glass Breaks After Fall at Ringo's Cafe

Sunday evening Mr. Rigs Sullivan slipped from a stool at Ringo's cafe and fell into a large plate glass, breaking it. The incident may cost Sullivan 30 to 40 dollars in repairs.

Ringo

Spring styles in Extra Good Suits for boys

Extra Good Suits showcases spring styles for boys from Punch and Graves featuring smart tailoring, lightweight fabrics, and popular colorways. Pricing and availability highlighted with shop location and brand emphasis.

Punch & Graves

Splendid Horse Show at Fair Grounds Features Notable Stock

The regular April horse show at the county Fair Grounds attracted many spectators. Notable entries included Star Emerald owned by Co B Dale, Black McDonald and McDonald's Choice from Alvin Myers, King Emerald of J L Faulkner, Vermont Morgan of W W Eubank, Red Bourbon of R B Young, Estill Chief of A R Turley, Emered Ray owned by Ray Moss, Peter the Great offspring from Maple Hill Stock Farm, Sterling Chief and Half Star from Woodford Stock Farm, Silent Brook of E R Little, Percheron Tom Tucker of J W Cecil, and other horses such as Prince of India and Pana amid rain masking further names. Several attendees came from Paris, Little Rock, North Middletown and other counties with notable saddle horses.

Star Emerald Co. B. Dale Worf&ty Emerald Chief Alvin Myers McDonald McDonald Chief J. L. Faulkner W. W. Eubank Vermont Morgan R. B. Young A. R. Turley Estill Chief Tom Tucker J. W. Cecil Prince of India Pana W. A. Bacon Paris Peter Billiken Houston Crouch Little Rock Black Henry J. L. Gregory North Middletown Young Bros Richelieu King Bourbon King Reynolds Letton J. Waller Rice Royalty King

Spring Blues Shine at Stetson and Vanenan U S U

Punch and Graves lead a brisk scene as spring blues color Stetson and Vanenan University Center. Fans cluster around the campus gatherings while bands and ensembles entertain attendees with lively tunes and dances.

Large County Market Day Yields High Prices for Cattle and Mules

A big town crowd watched about 1200 cattle trade briskly with prices near peak. Buyers paid 5 to 6.25 dollars per hundredweight for steers, cows and heifers bringing substantial per-head sums. Notable sales included 1200-lb steers at 5.25 to 6.25 and 600-lb heifers at 30 per head. mule sales also featured strong prices, with 16-hand pair mules selling for 515 to 525 per pair.

Mike Wilson D. C. Cleveland Cynthiana Chas. Duff G. B. Allen & Son John Meguiar Sam Laythram Stafford Bros Cleveland Henry Lemastre Garrett & Woodard Bourbon County J. H. Smith Fleming County J. F Daniel Palmer Bath County Chas. Rose W. L. Byrd Clark County Geo. Halsey Joe H. Downing Fayette County J. F. Nichols W. J. Bryant Greenwade & Co Harlan Hardwood Co Hamilton, C Hazard Harvey Rogers

Circuit Court Adjourns After Light Docket

The circuit court finished sessions on Saturday after a week of hearings. The docket was light with few notable cases. The sole major case involved Mike Gibbons accused of killing the Allen brothers. the jury returned a verdict of not guilty.

Mike Gibbons Allen Brothers

Highest rent?ta for butter and eggs at ell's

Readable OCR fragment notes prices for butter and eggs at a local ell's shop. The item hints at high costs and a comparison to other goods in a brief market snapshot. No clear dates or full names present.

Titanic Sinks After Collision With Iceberg

Report states the Titanic struck an iceberg on Sunday and has sunk with about 1314 missing while 886 of the 2200 aboard are saved. Noted passengers include John Jacob Astor Alfred Vanderbilt Major Archie Butt and Benjamin Guggenheim among others. Official details remain incomplete as reports vary.

John Jacob Astor Alfred G. Vanderbilt Archie Butt Benj. Guggenheim

Large Nominator James R Magowan Figures in Futurity Entries

Mr. James R. Magowan of this city is among the leading nominators for the 1912 Kentucky Futurity for foals. He entered 21 foals, part of 29 foals in the stake from his stallion J. Malcolm Forbes. Kentucky leads with 453 entries, New York has 157, and 1250 mares contribute to the overall pool.

James R. Magowan Kentucky J. Malcolm Forbes New York

Local Shop Access Amid Bricked Locust Street

A Notice states entrance to the RED CROSS shop at 411f J. H. Brunner will be from Bank Street while Locust Street is bricked. The message is signed by H. W. Seniour and advertises best models in footwear.

Locust Street Bank Street H. W. Seniour RED Cross J. H. Brunner

Miss Elizabeth Johnson Hosts Cards For Miss Day Bailey

Miss Elizabeth Johnson entertained a group of friends with a card party Saturday evening at her country home in honor of her guest Miss Day Bailey of Shelbyville.

Elizabeth Johnson Gano Johnson Miss Day Bailey Shelbyville

Eggs for Sale by Mt. Sterling Poultry Gardener

White Wyandotte and Barred Plymouth Rock eggs offered at 1.50 per setting. Phone 615-a. Mrs. M. A. Prewitt of Mt. Sterling Kentucky Route 1, RR 1. Readied for buyers with contact information.

M. A. Prewitt Mt. Sterling R. R. No

Samuel Vansant Dies in Terre Haute Burial in Fleming

Mr. Samuel Vansant died at his Terre Haute home last Friday and was buried in Flemingburg Kentucky Monday. He is survived by his wife two sons a daughter and two brothers including Dr J A Vansant of this city.

Samuel Vansant Terre Haute Ind Flemingsburg J. A. Vansant

Ralston's Oxfords Offer Right Style and Fit

J H Brunner The Shoe Man promotes Ralston's Oxfords for men noting correct style quality and fit. The message emphasizes reliable footwear choice for customers seeking comfort and durability.

Ralston Oxfords J. H. Brunner

Faulkner Buys Stallion King Emerald from Fuller

Mr. J. L. Faulkner of Levee buys stallion King Emerald from E. H. Fuller of Stanton. King Emerald, by Emerald Chief, will stand at Faulkner’s farm this season. See ad in this paper.

J. L. Faulkner Levee E. H. Fuller Stanton King Emerald Emerald Chief

When you begin to get a dollar and ten cents worth

A pointed quip notes inflation era humor about wasting value as the currency loses buying power. The saying warns readers to notice diminishing returns in money and time.

Mrs Mary Baumstark Dies In City At old age

Mrs Mary Baumstark died at her daughter Mrs C K Oldhams home in this city on Tuesday morning April 16 after years of Christian service with the Methodist Church. She leaves five daughters and two sons. the funeral was to be held in Madison County Waco.

Mary Baumstark C. K. Oldham London Edward Bybee Thomas Oldham Richmond Annie Singleton Millersburg Messrs John Baumstark William Baumstark Georgetown

RALSTON Shoes Blend Style and Shape at Low Prices

The RALSTON brand offers shoes that are more stylish than typical $4 and $5 options and claim to hold their shape, appealing to budget buyers seeking durability and fashion in a bargain footwear line.

Ralston J. H. Brunner

Tipton Accepts Prescription Clerk Post at Kennedy Store

Mr A C Tipton has accepted a position with Mr Thomas Kennedy as head prescription clerk and will begin May 1. He follows Mr Gilbert Satterwhite who held the post with capable service. Tipton previously ran a leading city drug store and is known for wide acquaintance and popularity. Satterwhite has yet to decide his next venture but is regarded as a young man of strong business qualities and likely to succeed.

A.C. Tipton Thos. Kennedy Gilbert Satterwhite Tipton Mr. Satterwhite

Miss Lillie Cravens Weds Allen Prewitt in Winchester

Sunday in Winchester Miss Lillie Cravens and Mr. Allen Prewitt were united in marriage. Miss Cravens is daughter of wagoner Wm Cravens of this city and well known locally. Mr. Prewitt is son of Arch Prewitt of the Somerset neighborhood and a diligent young farmer.

Winchester Lillie Cravens Allen Prewitt Miss Cravens Wm. Cravens Mr. Prewitt Arch Prewitt Somerset

New Tobacco Plant To Rise In City Near Farmers' Warehouse

Messrs. Kirkpatrick and Clay will soon erect a large tobacco warehouse adjoining the Farmers' Tobacco Warehouse Co and install machinery for modern prizing and handling of tobacco. This will be their second plant of this kind in the city.

Messrs. Kirkpatrick

Wanted Gelding for Lady Rider or Driver

Auction ad seeking a 4 to 7 year old combined gelding safe for a lady to ride or drive. Looks matter with a preference for a chestnut coat. Contact 41-26 Asa Bean for details.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Wilson Clark Ilinois Vanarsdell’s Mr. Killpatrick J. D Stetson Wvanenan U S.uumiru Mr. Samuel Vansant Mrs Mr. Allen Prewitt
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