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Newspaper

Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Apr 22, 1919

Page

5

A Fine Platform for James D Jones in Bath Rowan

A Rowan county Democrat James D Jones announces candidacy for the Legislature in the Bath Rowen district. He pledges to help repeal the tax law and argues it unfairly distributes the burden. The letter questions the Kentucky Tax Reform Association financing and warns against supporting the Kaiser Tax Commission.

James D. Jones Rowan County Bath-Rowan Jones Jesse James Kaiser Tax Commission Kentucky Tax Reform Association

Tax law administration under fire by defenders

Critics argue the current tax law fails in its administration. The author cites Montgomery County as evidence of poor handling, implying current officials mismanage the system.

Victory Liberty Loan events and speaker schedule

Continued from page one, a returning flyer is hoped to perform an exhibition. The Flying Circus will appear Tuesday April 29 at 4 pm to Wednesday April 30. speakers include Hon Jouett Shouse at 2 pm April 30. County quotas and donation appeals urge early subscriptions. soldiers and veterans urged to attend in uniform during April 23 30 gala week with local organizers Joe Keller and Lieutenants Ratliff Lane and P. Baird.

William Oldham Jouett Shouse Montgomery County Joe Keller Ratliff Lane Ratliff P. Baird Court House Mt. Sterling Grand Army of Democracy

Captain McCoun Arrives Home After War Service

Captain Bullitt McCoun U S Avi ator and son of Mrs Nancy B McCoun returned home last week to a royal welcome. He says he never felt better in his life and expects his discharge within a short time.

Bullitt McCoun U. S Nancy B. McCoun

All New Tire Stock at Ragan Gay Motor Co

Goodyear and United States tire inventory announced by Ragan Gay Motor Co offering new stock and promotions for motorists seeking reliable tires and service.

Goodyear United States Ragan Gay Motor CO

Bright's Disease Fatal for Local Citizen Charley Derickson

Mr. Charles T. Derickson died at Good Samaritan Hospital Lexington after a two year illness from Bright's disease. He was 38, a former Pennsylvanian Railroad purchasing employee, husband to Mary Marshall and father to Elise. Funeral services were held in Lexington with burial at Machpelah. His death prompted mourning messages from family and community alike.

Charles T. Derrickson Good Samaritan Hospital Lexington Bright Derickson Thomas Derickson Stanton Mary Boyd Marshall Robert Marshall Pennsylvania Railroad Company Richmond Indiana Methodist Church Charley Derickson G. C. Eastin Machpelah E. L. Southgate Clyde Darsie Elise Laura Hall Robert Derickson Washington, D. C Henry Hall Winchester Geo. Tomlinson

Tom Grubbs Arrives in United States at Camp Sherman

Lieut. Thomas D. Grubbs, son of Mr and Mrs C D Grubbs, has arrived in the Good Old U S A and reports to Camp Sherman Ohio where he is expected to be discharged soon. He won an excellent army record and has many friends in his hometown awaiting his return.

Thomas D. Grubbs C. D. Grubbs U.S.A Camp Sherman Lieut Grubbs Army

Big Special Aprons at The Fair

The Fair offers a large selection of gingham and percale bungalow aprons at a special price. Regular value one dollar, now just 75 cents this week.

Howell Reese Arrives at Atlantic Port for Discharge

Local friends announce that Howell Reese of the U S Navy has reached an Atlantic port and is likely to be discharged within days. He is expected home this month.

Howell Reese U. S. Navy Atlantic

Program Theatre Schedule Amid Silent Film Week

The Table Theatre presents Eddie Polo in The Lure of the Circus episode two, Emmy Wehlen in Silvia on a Spree, Elsie Ferguson in Under the Greenwood Tree, Pearl White in The Lightning Raider, Vivian Martin in Marinda Smiles, and Fatty Arbuckle Out West. Matinees Wed–Fri 2:30, Sat 2:15 and 3:45, night shows 7:30 and 9. Prices 10 and 15 cents plus tax. Coming May 7 Hearts of the World with matinees 50c 75c 1.00 and nights 50c 75c 1.00 1.50 plus war tax. Symphony orchestra.

Eddie Polo Emmy Wehlen Silvia Elsie Ferguson Pnthe News Pearl White Vivian Martin Bray Fatty Arbuckle Hearts of the World Symphony Orchestra

Aged Lady Beagle Dies After Long Illness

Mrs. Lee Ann Beagle aged 77 wife of James Beagle died at home after a long illness She is survived by several children Burial was in Machpelah cemetery

Lee Ann Beagle James Beagle Machpelah Cemetery

Automobile Hits Buggy on North Sycamore Street

An automobile struck and demolished a buggy on North Sycamore street Friday night. The buggy occupants were thrown to the ground but escaped injury. The driver fled the scene.

North Sycamore Street

Real Motor Car Service Visit at Ragan Gay Motor Co

Real motor car service visit noted at Ragan Gay Motor Co. Local patrons are advised to inspect service options and pricing on site as staff assist with vehicle needs and maintenance inquiries.

Ragan Gay Motor CO

Good Mornin Judge A Jana Office Business

A county court session saw fifteen defendants charged with gaming before Judge Be W Senff. All pleaded guilty and were fined twenty dollars plus costs. The group included ten Black men and five White men. A large craps game was reportedly stopped near the coal road outside city limits after a tip to Sheriff Roberts. Some suspects reportedly escaped.

Jana BE. W. Senff Roberts

For Sale Privately By Rev J E Wilson

One suite Oak Bedroom Furniture and one suite Oak Dining Room set with square table six leather chairs side board and china cabinet. Also a Smith Premier Typewriter in excellent condition a gas stove three heating stoves refrigerator kitchen safe with glass doors rocking chairs rugs mattress and many other items. Showings by appointment.

Smith- Premier J. 8. Wilson

Seed distribution from Congressman Fields limited supply

Two sacks of government garden seeds received for distribution. Due to shortages this year only one or two packages per person may be given while supply lasts. Each package contains several kinds of seed and readers are urged to come early. Fields is known to secure his share for constituents.

W. J. Fields

Car Purchase Brings Pierce-Arrow To Local County

Mr. R. A. Chiles bought a seven passenger Pierce-Arrow through the Mt. Sterling Garage for June delivery. The car is touted as the best American built vehicle and marks the first sale of its kind in the county.

R. A. Chiles Mt. Sterling Pierce-Arrow

Easter Entertainment at Christian Church Draws Large Crowd

The Easter program Sunday night at the Christian Church drew a large audience. Children who participated performed well and organizers Mrs. G. R. Snyder and Mrs. Mary P. Turley earned praise for their leadership.

Christian Church G. R. Snyder Mary P. Turley

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Advocate Publishing Company SHERS Montgomery Menefee Counties Thomas L. Caudel William Burns, George C. Eastin Capt. McCoun Veterans’ Organization Army, Navy and Marine Corps Our City Tom Grubbs The Advocate For Printing Table Vers Wise Pipeless&Pipe Furnace Fayette Millerbros Limestone North Queen Street Jameson Street Dee Smith Mitchell Ave Will Eli Chandler North Harrison Ave W. C. Hedrick Rogers Wm. Cravens
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