Mt Sterling to host Frankfort at Fair Grounds Friday
The Mt Sterling High School hosts Frankfort High School next Friday April 28 at 3 15 PM at Fair Grounds Park. Wellington beat Frankfort 16 to 5 last week while Frankfort edged Mt Sterling 4 to 2 in a Monday road game, giving a closely matched preview for the upcoming contest.
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Frankfort High School
Mt. Sterling
Fair Grounds
Wellington
Frankfort
Fair Grounds Park
McCombs to Step Down as DNC Chairman After Convention
President Wilson accepts the notice with regret as William F. McCombs informs he cannot continue as DNC chairman after the St. Louis convention and cannot direct the re election campaign. Fred B. Lynch of Minnesota is expected to succeed him and lead the campaign while McCombs retires to focus on private business matters.
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William F. McCombs
Wilson
St. Louis
McCombs
Fred B. Lynch
Minnesota
Winchester man takes ticket agent post at Lexington
Walter Clinkenbeard of Winchester, formerly a resident here, has accepted a ticket agent position with the C. and O. Railway at Lexington. He has been with the C. and O. Railroad for some time and is expected to perform well in the new role.
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Walter Clinkenbeard
Winchester
C. & O. Railway Co
Lexington
Clinkenbeard
Improvements at Depot Expand Freight Office Quarters
The freight office of the C. & O. depot has been enlarged and many improvements made. The old quarters were small and inadequate but since the changes have been made the quarters are most commodious.
Central Kentucky Natural Gas replaces meters this week
The Central Kentucky Natural Gas Co. reports ongoing meter replacements to keep equipment up to date. The effort spans the past week as crews replace several meters to maintain up-to-date infrastructure.
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Central Kentucky Natural Gas Co
Christmas Bazaar and Court Day Dinner at Baptist Church
The Ladies Aid Society of the Baptist church announces a Christmas Bazaar on December 15 and 16 with Court Day dinner on December 18. Proceeds support church missions and local community aid.
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Ladies Aid Society of the Baptist Church
Officials to discuss protocol as Pershing moves in Mexico
General Hugh S. Scott and General Alvaro Obregon to meet near El Paso to review terms under which armed forces may enter Mexico. Pershing’s forces concentrate along the southern terminus line while Villa is reported west of Parral wounded but not incapacitated. Funston notes no pursing force yet due to troop requirements.
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Hugh 1. Scott
United States Army
Alviro Obregon
Carranza
el Paso
Mexico
General Pershing
Scott
Funston
Namiquipa
Colonia Dublan
Pershing
Franciseco Villa
Parral
Chihuahua
Noncava
Satevo
Villa
Carranza Sends Large Army North to Pursue Villa
Unofficial reports say General Carranza has moved a substantial army into northern territory and much of it is in position to pursue Villa and his scattered organization, threatening pursuit by American forces.
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Carranza
North
Villa
Auto Hits Pedestrian At Main And Maysville Intersection
Monroe driver R L Coleman struck pedestrian Pergram at Main and Maysville Monday afternoon but stopped the car before injury occurred. Coleman, a State Mutual Insurance Co. special agent, faced accusations from friends that he tried to write an insurance policy for the man after the crash.
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Main
Maysville Street
R. L. Coleman
Monroe
Pergram
Coleman
State Mutual Assurance Co
Business Men's Dinner Conference Draws Large Attendees
About one hundred men attended the Business Men's Dinner Conference at Ringo's Hall on Monday night. The gathering discussed improving the work of the Young Men's Christian Association with notable speakers including Dr. W. P. Ganfield of Centre College, P. L. Corbin, Stanley Harris, John G. Winn, and Dr. W. R. Thompson delivering addresses.
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Ringo’s Hall
Young Men’s Christian Association
W. P. Ganfield
Centre College
P. L. Corbin
Stanley Harris
John G. Winn
W. R. Thompson
Woman Breaks Leg In Aaron's Run Incident
Mrs. Annis Anderson, 87, fell near her home at Aaron's Run Sunday afternoon and suffered a fracture of the right leg. Her age makes her condition serious. She is the mother of prominent farmer Matt Ford and sister of Uncle Johnnie Helton, who recently marked his 100th birthday and shares the same home.
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Aaron’s Run
Annis Anderson
Matt Ford
Johnnie” Helton
Narrow Escape From Crash Involving Mrs Dunavent
A pony driven buggy overturned Monday afternoon injuring none seriously. Mrs Claude Dunavent and her young son were thrown clear along with Mrs Wm Eubank Jr and another child. All were shaken but escaped with only bruises and minor injuries.
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Claude Dunavent
Brought Here for Burial of Mrs Mary E Hackett
The body of Mrs Mary E Hackett who died at her home in Norton Virginia was brought to this city Friday for interment in Machpelah cemetery. She was related to several people in this and surrounding counties.
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Mary E. Hackett
Norton
Machpelah
Correction on Albert Jones plans to move to St. Louis
Local papers reported that Albert Jones would relocate to St. Louis with his family. Jones clarifies he will not make St. Louis his home and expects to return to Mt. Sterling within a few months.
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Albert Jones
St. Louis
Mr. Jones
Mt. Sterling
County Road Work Nears Start With Hor ton In Charge
Road construction in the county is set to begin soon and be pushed to complete as much as possible during the summer months. Mr W F Horton will supervise the project.
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W. F. Horton
Col Maus Talks of Travels Through Mexico at Court House
Attend Friday April 28 at 7 30 p m at the Court House for Col Maus travel talk. Admission free.
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Col. Maus
Mexico
Court House
Mrs Annie Flynn of Winchester Dies After Long Illness
Mrs Annie Flynn wife of J B Flynn died at her Winchester home Sunday at ten after a three year illness. She was born Annie Rupard and daughter of Samuel Rupard killed in a railroad accident. She had two sons C C Flynn Lexington and C M Flynn Somerset and survived by James S Flynn her second husband and many stepchildren. Funeral at Saints church Winchester at 2 30 this afternoon with burial in Winchester cemetery.
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Annie Flynn
Somerset
James S. Flynn
Corn Long
Winchester
J. D. Moulton
Haile
Annie Mack
Kansas City
Ewing Flynn
This City
Deward
Virgil
William Flynn
Lexington
Walter Rupard
W. W. Ecton
Samuel Flynn
Nebraska
Harvey Flynn
Missouri
M. Byrd
Winchester Cemetery
Will Streets Be Improved by Brick or Asphalt
City Council considers paving major streets with brick or asphalt as petitions circulate for private macadamizing. Supporters say improved streets benefit the public. opponents warn brick paving could bankrupt residents. The next council meeting is expected to decide on the measure.
Races This Week at Lexington Highlight Strong Field
Races start Thursday in Lexington with more good horses and larger purses than ever. The Kentucky Derby at Louisville next month is worth 15000 dollars and a large field is expected to run.
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Lexington
Louisville
Runaway Wagon Causes Townwide Scene In McCormick News
A horse belonging to the McCormick Lumber Co. ran away Tuesday afternoon, colliding with a buggy and a Ford auto while pulling a large delivery wagon. Lumber scattered the streets. the wagon was demolished but no injuries were reported.
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McCormick Lumber Co
German concessions eyed to ease U.S. demands on submarine war
Confidential dispatches from Ambassador Gerard suggest Berlin faces pressure from socialists and labor leaders to avoid moves risking diplomatic break with the United States. Berlin aims to preserve friendly ties while weighing broad concessions on submarine warfare. Officials await Gerard reports after talks with Von Bethmann Hollweg and the Emperor.
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Berlin
United States
State Department
Gerard
Germany
von Jagow
Keep to the Right signs installed in city intersections
City Council erects large Keep to the Right signs at several intersections and directs police to enforce traffic laws. Authorities say the move is a step toward safety as wheels turn on the wrong side could have caused a fatal crash. Citizens are urged to adopt Safety First principles.
Jury sides with law in Greene will dispute
Nine jurors determine the will of Miss Sallie W. Greene is invalid and the estate will be distributed under descent and distribution laws. Mrs. Catherine Greene inherits the entire estate. Appeal status not announced.
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Sallie W. Greene
Catherine Greene
Court of Appeals
Lost Brindle Steer Missing After Court Day Evening
Brindle steer about 550 pounds reported lost from stock pens during Court Day evening. Reward offered for information leading to recovery. Contact L. E. Griggs.
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L. E. Griggs
Pergram case continued to October term
Two key witnesses for the Commonwealth, an eye witness and the dead man’s daughter, are ill and cannot attend. The case of the Commonwealth v Pergram, removed on change of venue from Bath county, is continued to the October term of the Montgomery Circuit Court.
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Commonwealth
Pergram
Bath County
Montgomery
Damage suit settled against two utilities
The $25,000 damage suit of Mrs. Bessie T. Pendleton against Cumberland Telephone & Telegraph Co. and Kentucky Utilities Co. has been compromised. The exact payment was not disclosed but is understood to be well below the amount sued for.
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Bessie T. Pendleton
Cumberland Telephone & Telegraph Co
Kentucky Utilities Co
Road to success twists on a blind trail
An aphorism notes that many paths to achievement begin with promise but end in uncertainty as travelers pursue goals amid detours and unforeseen obstacles. The line reflects on ambition and perseverance under ambiguous outcomes.
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San Antonio
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Brussels
J. H. Keller
Sally Walker
Flynn
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