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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1920
Page
1
The Advocate reports newsprint is in short supply since January. Readers are urged to mail checks if not receiving the paper and to stay paid up to ensure delivery. The Semi-Weekly Advocate annual price is now 1.50 dollars.
The Standard Paint and Lead Works of Cleveland announces Walker Turpin of Mt. Sterling Kentucky is appointed agent for Montgomery Bath Bourbon and Harrison counties succeeding H. D. King and Howell Hunt. Turpin sells house paints including white Navy-grade at 3.25 per gallon with freight allowed and three month terms.
Philo sophian Literary Society presents Thackeray's The Wolves and the Lamb at the University of Kentucky Thursday and Friday nights. Ruth Kelly of this city plays Lady Kicklebury in the cast. She is a senior class member from Mt. Sterling High School with notable acting talent. Freshman yeast advertised at Vanarsdell's.
The Hazelrigg Men’s Bible Class of Mt. Sterling Kentucky visited Lexington’s Broadway Christian church as special guests. Rev. Clyde Darsie and W. H. Strossman escorted the group. They attended morning services led by Rev. Mark Collis, dined in the banquet hall, and were thanked by Dr. Collis with a token rose.
Congressman W. J. Fields of Kentucky's Ninth District secured a House victory on his amendment to the Army Appropriation bill. He sought to bar money from salaries of officers who issued orders restricting officer enlisted social contact. The amendment failed on a point of order, but Fields moved to recommit with instructions to include it, and the motion passed 161 to 105. J Campbell Cantrill has introduced a bill to pay officers serving in wartime at the higher rank’s pay after ten days.
Sugar has risen steadily in this city to 3 cents per pound with a two pound limit per customer. Many stores are out of stock and experts predict prices may reach 40 to 50 cents in a few weeks. Wholesale sugar was 33 cents in Cincinnati yesterday. Beef pork lamb and veal at Van Arsdell's.
The Advocate notes Mt Sterling welcomes the Electric Shop at Bank and Locust, under proprietor Mr Keadle. The shop offers electrical items and estimates, aiming to meet public needs and complete the city’s business network.
The movement for Overall Clubs gains popularity across the country with hundreds of local groups forming to promote laborers’ uniforms and help curb high clothing costs. Notable names appear among supporters and organizers, signaling broad interest in the fashion reform.
Lucien Jenkins, a Black man, alleged attacker of seven year old Willie Trimble of Danville, was moved to Fayette county jail in Lexington for safety. Amid a mob of more than 300, he was spirited from Danville courthouse rear exit to an awaiting car. Jenkins pleads innocence. Keith Phillips, a white boy with mental disability, is also implicated.
Lexington merchants will join a two leg Blue Grass boosting trip starting May 11 and May 17 to foster good roads resource development and fellowship. It covers northern eastern paths from Winchester to Maysville and western southern routes to Danville Versailles and Nicholasville with no trade solicitation, aiming to unite Blue Grass business interests.
Carroll Kelly formerly of this city married Elizabeth McAvoy Thursday at the bride’s Akron home. They will visit Mt Sterling before heading to California where Mr Kelly works for Goodyear. Kelly, a native son, is praised for sobriety industry and steadiness. his bride described as beautiful and charming.
"Uncle Bill" Schooler writes from Somerset Commonwealth praising both Henry Prewitt and John Winn for the Democratic nomination in Montgomery County Circuit Judge race. He expresses a personal preference for Winn, recalling boyhood ties and support for his integrity and fitness to sit on the bench, while noting both candidates are worthy.
The Ragan-Gay Motor Co reports recent sales and deliveries including a Hudson Super Six 7 passenger touring car to Mrs. Reid Rogers and Essex Touring Car to R. G. Gern and Robert Stoner. Nash Sport Model went to R. R. Crouch and Nash 5 passenger touring cars were delivered to A. B. Pieratt R. L. Coleman and H. C. Ragan.
The Women's History Club offers its rooms for entertainments lectures and social functions including special occasions. Decoration and special arrangement can be provided and kitchen facilities are available if needed.
H. A. Caywood states he plans to run for State Senator from the district and asks friends not to pledge to any candidate yet at the proper time. The notice signals his intent and seeks early support.
Mr and Mrs Charles Hainline and their interesting children who stayed in town during winter opened their country place near the Levee last week.
The Advocate urges readers to keep current on subscriptions due to soaring paper costs. If papers arrive late or missing, check the yellow label and send a check immediately to avoid disruption.
A traveling salesman W. S. Turner became seriously ill at a hotel in Oklahoma City and was moved to St. Anthony's Hospital. His wife and family were notified and others were greatly alarmed. Later reports say he is much improved and out of danger.
A hail storm swept the county yesterday for about thirty minutes causing extensive damage. Many windows shattered and fruit trees stripped of blooms by large hailstones.
W. E. Bean offers for sale baby Silver Wyandotte chicks at $1.00 each and a $3.00 buyback for pullets at six months old.
A brief note outlines a grass driven effort aimed at public benefit. It frames the plant as part of a broader communal project encouraging civic-minded growth and shared welfare through greener spaces and collective action.
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