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Newspaper

Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1914

Page

4

Tongues in Trees and Books in Brooks

The piece defends ethical journalism avoiding muckraking and slander while acknowledging room for error. The author rejects impugning motives without proof and expresses optimism that good exists in people and things, citing a line about songs in nature as a positive note.

Warning on Maysville street quality in hot weather

For months residents opposed accepting Maysville street until test under hot conditions. They point readers to observe the front of the livery barn once occupied by G C Anderson where a wagon stood unloaded briefly, arguing the street may prove defective and urging authorities to consider taxpayers’ interests.

Maysville Street G. C. Anderson Behalt

Senator Smith Withdraws From Democratic Nomination Bid

Hon. D H Smith withdraws as a candidate for the Democratic nomination for Senator L353. The article notes two other individuals who could follow his lead and withdraw.

D. H. Smith

Local Postmaster Seeks Volunteers For War Service

Some men serving as local postmasters may join the war effort by answering a call for volunteers to serve Uncle Sam.

Uncle Sam

Clark County backs Beckham for Senate

A Winchester man visiting Mt. Sterling predicts former Gov Beckham will win Clark county by a safe majority in the Senatorial race. He says local Democrats feel Beckham was poorly treated when Bradley was elected and will deliver him a just victory.

Winchester Mt. Sterling Beckham Clark County Bradley

Woman Pleads for Peerless Washer Purchase

A woman clings to her husband begging him to buy a Peerless Steam Washer from W. A. Sutton & Son. The ad notes the firm will supply your wants and lists the address 43-41.

W. A. Sutton & Son

Beckham leads in crowded campaign rally at Wilmore

The West Liberty Courier reports Beckham drew about 1200 attendees in Wilmore Jessamine county for a United States Senate bid. The crowd was large enough to require an outdoor speech as Beckham trounces opponent Stanley in early polling signals.

United States Beckham Stanley Wilmore Jessamine County Mr. Beckham West Liberty Courier

Vanarsdell's offers maple syrup and buckwheat

The Lexington Herald notes the public appetite for Vanarsdell's pure maple syrup and old fashioned buckwheat. It mentions how few were impressed by the Mexican War's seriousness until President Wilson declined an opening day pitching invitation due to border tensions.

Vanarsdell’s Wilson Lexington Herald

King Passes Pharmacist Examination

Mr. A. M. King passed the pharmacist examination last week. He is connected with the Mr. Sterling Drug Co. and was one of nineteen who passed from fifty seven examinants.

A. M. King Mr. King Mr. Sterling Drug Co

Ad Admonishes Mexico City Movements Over Flag Incident

The Lexington Herald quotes an admonitory note from Geiger's Pharmacy urging restraint after Mexicans trampled the U S flag. The piece frames the event as a dangerous and uncertain outdoor sport and mocks the perpetrators as yelping hyenas.

The Rose and Snow Refrain by Maude Reeder Lyons

A lyric poem in which the speaker traces loss and rediscovery through images of a rose, snow, sunbeams, stars, birds, and tears. The speaker shifts from wondering to understanding that love breathes color and warmth back into life, ending with a wreath of smiles as hope returns.

Love Fairy Bower Maude Reeder Lyons

Insurance settlement talks break down in Kentucky

State officials and major fire insurance firms failed to reach an accord after negotiations ended in Louisville. A five member committee said the last State proposal was unsatisfactory and no further talks would occur. State officials maintained they would not concede from their position.

Kentucky McCreary Bosworth Garnett State Insurance Board Louisville

Mexico's Demographics and Economy in 1910

The article states Mexico's population surpasses 15 million with under 3 million whites, about 6 million pure Indians, and another 6 million mixed with whites. Property values are 15 percent of Ohio taxable property, yet federal revenues exceed Ohio's threefold. Mexico City's population is under 500,000, and Guadalajara in 1910 had 118,799 residents.

Mexico Ohio Guadalajara

Brunner Brings Latest Rall Ston Oxfords for Men

Brunner debuts new Rall Ston Oxford line for men highlighting refined silhouette and durable leather. Available in brown and black with sleek toe shape and comfortable insole for daily wear.

Brunner Rallston Oxfords

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