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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1917
Page
4
Mr Earl B Quisenberry announces his candidacy for County Court Clerk in the county Democratic primary on August 4 1917 He would be deputy by Garnett R Chenault Both men come from longstanding families and pledge efficiency and courtesy if elected urging Democrats to consider their ticket.
A senator described the bill to tax coal at one cent a ton as killed after waiting for the hog to fatten, but the article notes it was the state farmers who were knifed by the move. The remark underscores political blame for agricultural communities.
The Elizabethtown News urges locals to raise as much food as possible and consume what they can. Anything left over should be preserved by canning for future use. The piece emphasizes frugality and self sufficiency in hard times.
A Mt Sterling Kentucky couple deny rumors of their marriage after a gossip spread from a casual visit to the home of Mr Callis. They state no engagement or wedding occurred and seek to end speculation publicly.
Earl B. Quisenberry announces his bid for the Democratic nomination for Montgomery County Clerk. He pledges high standards, county familiarity, and party support, naming Garnett R. Chenault as his chief deputy if nominated. He asks for voters and party guidance based on merit and County ties.
The State troops gather at the new Lexington mobilization camp. Two companies are mobilized with eleven more to join soon. The Lansing farm is now government property and the camp is a source of pride for Central Kentucky.
The first American offering of war securities, totaling $200,000,000, has been heavily oversubscribed, officials report. The bonds bear 3 percent interest and the formal offering lasted only three days before the country.
Legendary French actress Sarah Bernhardt lies gravely ill in a New York hospital. The world famed performer, long celebrated on stage, is reported near death as her condition deteriorates.
Lexington considers adopting the Daylight Saving Plan with broad support from merchants and business leaders. The mayor and city commissioners, plus the traction company, are asked to back the initiative which would begin May 1st by advancing clocks one hour, promising extra daylight for workers and recreation.
More than forty thousand United States flags wave in Paris as the Eiffel Tower hosts a United States Day ceremony. Twenty one guns salute the crowd, marking the opening of a day of tribute with a large and enthusiastic turnout.
Advertising copy for O Connell's Shoe Laboratory on Maysville street opposite Lloyd's Cafe, touting improved shoe machinery for making and repairing. Describes the proprietor as not a cobbler but capable of rebuilding shoes.
About thirty percent of University of Kentucky students have left the institution due to the back to the farm movement or enlistment for national defense. More are expected to join. Pull credits will be allowed for students doing patriotic work as outlined by President Wilson.
Pure Buff Plymouth Rock eggs for hatching offered by Mrs. W. E. Jones in Mt. Sterling Kentucky. Price one dollar for fifteen eggs. Contact R. D. No.2, phone 403 W-1.
The fragment questions whether visitors can be brought along. It appears to be part of a casual or informal inquiry about bringing guests to a location or event.
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