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Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1913

Page

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Prominent Woman Mrs Mary R Meguiar Dies at Home

Mary R Meguiar aged 82 a prominent Montgomery county resident died at her home Wednesday from infirmities of old age hastened by a fall that caused a broken hip. Born October 27 1831 she lived in the county all her life. She married John W White in 1857 had three children Eugene who died in 1862 John W White and Mrs Robert M Trimble survive. In 1876 she married Presley Meguiar a Louisville businessman who died in 1904. A longtime Methodist, she was active in church life and regarded as a kind gentle figure. Funeral 2:30 Friday at her residence, Rev B C Horton and Rev E L Southgate officiating, burial Machpelah Cemetery.

Mary R. Meguiar Mary E. Ray Montgomery County John W. White Eugene Robert M. Trimble Meguiar Presley Meguiar

Panorama of Columbus Flood View Displayed

A panoramic view of the Columbus flood by D Harold Johnson of Columbus Ohio, formerly of this city, is on display in the window and has attracted considerable attention.

D. Harold Johnson Columbus Ohio

Jury Unable to Reach Verdict in Winchester Murder Case

After twenty four hours of deliberation the Montgomery county jury at Winchester reported a hung jury in the Pettit murder case. Ten jurors favored death for two defendants, two favored life for all, and Judge Pendleton discharged the panel. Trial set for June 30 with Judge Benton unavailable due to his mother’s death. Jurors listed: Joe Crouch, F. E. Dean, W. N. Hiler, John Cecil, A. M. Bourne, J. F. Richardson, J. T. Cravens, Geo. M. Roberts, T. Walter Anderson, W. E. Farris, E. B. Ensor, E. B. Quisenberry.

Montgomery County Smothers Clay City Frank Williams Marshall Pettit Winchester Pendleton Benton Joe Crouch F. E. Dean W. N. Hiler John Cecil A. M. Bourne J. F. Richardson J.T. Cravens Geo. M. Roberts T. Walter Anderson W. E. Farris E. B. Ensor E. B. Quisenberry

Beautiful Life Ends

Mrs. Stanley Behenna formerly Miss Fannie McLaughlin died at her Newport home Thursday night after years of tuberculosis. A niece of W. B. Greene and Henry L. Greene, she was a beloved figure who had visited here often. Burial was held in Covington Saturday.

Stanley Behenna Fannie McLaughlin Newport

For Sale Shetland Pony Bay Spots Four Years Old

Bay Shetland pony four years old for sale well broke is available at this office contact for details at this office.

Hung Jury in Breathitt County Murder Case

Dexter and John Howard faced murder charges in the Jackson Christmas case for Frank Osborne. The case, moved to Montgomery Circuit Court, was tried last week and ended with a hung jury. Judge Young ordered a Breathitt County retry.

Dexter John Howard Frank Osborne Jackson Montgomery Young Breathitt

Henry Green Wade The Automobile Trip Figure

Henry Green Wade is mentioned in a brief line about an automobile trip. The fragment provides no clear event date location or outcome to expand into a full news item.

Henry Greenwade

Card of Thanks for Overton M. Jones

The bereaved family thanks relatives friends and neighbors for kindness and sympathy during the illness and death of husband and father Overton M. Jones and for the many floral offerings.

Overton M. Jones

Death of Infant Thelma Ford Interred at Machapelah Cemetery

Thelma Ann Ford infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Marion Ford died April 21 and was buried April 22 at Machapelah Cemetery.

Thelma Ann Marion Ford Machapelah

Miss Rebecca Calk to Wed Pineville Man

Miss Rebecca Calk to marry Mr. P. T. Cairis of Pineville Kentucky in June. Cairis is a mine owner and prominent Bell county business man from a leading family. Lost scarf pin with emerald setting and a few chipped diamonds offered for reward at this office.

Rebecca Calk Pineville Price Calk Rebecca P. T. Cairis Miss Calk Cairis Bell County

Convicted of Horse Stealing in Circuit Court

Wm Walters and Ernest Smith were found guilty of horse stealing from Mr Robert Bridgforth. Smith received five years in the penitentiary and Walters, though young, was sent to the reform school for the same term. They escaped custody en route to the court but were recaptured in the East end and returned.

Wm. Walters Ernest Smith Robert Bridgforth Smith Walters Reform School Wilson Court House East End

Garden Seed Variety Store Advertisement

A brisk notice from a local Variety Store on Bank Street promotes garden seed in bulk and packaged forms as the best on the market. The item hints at affordable options with a focus on breadth of choice for gardeners.

Bank Street

Parole Application Filed for Floyd Willoughby 1913

Notice is given that an application will be made to the Board of Prison Commission of Kentucky for the parole of Floyd Willoughby convicted in Montgomery Circuit Court of voluntary manslaughter at the January 1909 term. Objections must be filed with the Board. The hearing date is May 6 1913, Henrietta Anderson.

Board of Prison Commission of Kentucky Floyd Willoughby Montgomery Henrietta Anderson

Mothers Bread Sold by Whiteside Buyers Co

Bread sold by E. T. Hon & Co. baked by the Whiteside Buyers Co. Includes a note urging consumption labeled as Mothers Bread.

Whiteside Buyers Co E. T. Hon & Co

Montgomery County High School Wins Big Over Sharpsburg

Montgomery County High School defeated Sharpsburg High School Friday afternoon April 25 by a lopsided 16 to 1 score. McGuire hit a grand slam into the race track for three runners aboard during a tied seventh inning. Montgomery County's batteries were Barnard Dunavent Fizer. Sharpsburg's were Atkinson Allen and the Professor.

Montgomery County High School Sharpsburg High School McGuire Barnard Dunavent Fizer Sharpsburg Atkinson Allen

Greenwade's Slogan Brings Spring Lamb to Table

A note from Greenwade's highlights spring lamb as tender and juicy, inviting customers to sample the seasonal specialty.

Greenwade’s

Order Directing Return of Postal Cards

Postmaster General Burleson orders return of unpaid misdirected unmailable and unclaimed postal cards and postcards for local delivery to senders when card addresses appear. Twelve million cards annually are expected to be returned under the order.

Burleson

Commission Plan of Government Recommended by Grand Jury

The grand jury urges voters to adopt the commission plan of government for county affairs. It criticizes the current Fiscal Court method as extravagant and unbusinesslike and promotes a modern, economical system for handling public business and turnpike repairs.

Grand Jury Commission

Governor backs Model Road from city to Maysville

Gov McCreary assures support for a Model Road linking the city to Maysville. He favors the project and will try to persuade the Government to aid. He says Mason Fleming Bath and Montgomery counties must raise the required funds to secure an appropriation.

Public Sale of Houses on Locust Street Lots

Public sale is set for Saturday May 3 at 9 oclock p m on the premises to offer the houses on the Gibbons and Cline lots located on Locust street Farmers Tobacco Warehouse Co directs the auction.

Gibbons and Cline Locust Street Farmers’ Tobacco Warehouse Co

Mrs Stofer Buys Residence on Maysville Street

Mrs Albert Stofer has purchased the handsome residence of Henry R Prewitt on Maysville street at private price and will move in about May 15. Prewitt plans to move to his farm on the Maysville pike formerly owned by the late Thomas H Gaubbs.

Albert Stofer Henry R. Prewitt Maysville Street Maysville Pike Thos. H. Gaubbs

John Robinson Moves Jewelry Store to New Broadway Building

John Robinson the jeweler will relocate his shop to the former Lindsey & Rodman premises on Broadway this week. He will continue to operate a high class jewelry and repair shop and invites customers to visit. Mr. H. B. Pinney has retired from the firm.

John Robinson Lindsey & Rodman Robinson Pinney

Nomination Petitions Guidance For County Candidates

County Attorney Earl W. Senff will provide free legal blanks for nomination petitions. Petitions may be circulated starting next Monday under the new State Primary Law. Each county candidate must gather 3 to 10 percent of party voters from the last presidential electors, signatures grouped by precincts across fifteen sheets.

Earl W. Senff

Henry Judy Can Save You Money on Rooting

Henry Judy offers cost cutting on rooting services under the 42 31 pricing plan. Local customers report steady savings and reliable workmanship through their service window.

Henry Judy

Hoffman to oversee Chicago assignment for mutual and stock insurers

Mr. H. G. Hoffman of this city, general agent for the State Mutual Life Assurance Co., departs this week for Chicago to assist in placing the Kentucky Live Stock Insurance Co. agency in Illinois. The appointment is described as a notable compliment. Strawberries fresh every day at Vanarsdell's.

H. G. Hoffman State Mutual Life Assurance Co Chicago Kentucky Live Stock Insurance Co Illinois

Reception for Rev Geo Kennard and wife at Griggs home

An informal reception honoring Rev Geo S Kennard and his wife will be held at the home of Mr and Mrs L E Griggs on Holt Avenue Thursday evening at 7 30. An invitation is extended to all.

Geo. S. Kennard L. E. Griggs Holt Avenue

Prominent Young People to Marry Today

The Advocatr reports two prominent young people will wed today, Wednesday, with no names given. The groom is from an old, well connected family and is a prosperous farmer. the bride is a daughter of Mr. Sterling, praised for character and disposition.

Sterling

Eggs for Sale by Mrs. W. A. DeHaven

Pure Rhode Island Beds eggs for sale. Extra fine quality. Price 50 cents per setting of 15. Contact Mrs. W. A. DeHaven at phone 734.

Rhode Island W. A. DeHaven

Christian Endeavor Meeting This Week at Christian Church

About 150 delegates will attend a three day Christian Endeavor gathering at the Christian church this Friday through Sunday. An interesting and instructive program has been arranged for the attendees.

Christian Endeavor Christian Church

The Fair Ad Offers Curtain Stretchers and Screen Goods

Curtain stretchers for sale, screen wire at 9c per yard and up, screen doors from 80c and up, brass washboards priced at 25c. Local ad lists household hardware items and low prices.

Elope Attempt Ends in Bath County Shooting

Blake Alexander, 21, was shot in the thigh by the Day brothers while attempting to elope with Miss Bessie Day in Bath County. He is in serious condition at Good Samaritan Hospital in Lexington. The Day brothers fled the scene at Midland amid fierce opposition to the marriage.

Blake Alexander Bessie Day Bath County Good Samaritan Hospital Lexington Alexander Midland

Administrator's Notice to Settlers of Raburn Estate

All parties indebted to Geo. W. Raburn, deceased, are notified to call and settle at once. All parties having claims against the estate will present them, properly proven, to the undersigned for payment. Seed potatoes and garden seeds available at Vanarsdell's.

Geo. W. Raburn

Sutton-Eastin Co acquires Lindsey & Rodman undertaking

The Sutton Eastin Company has purchased the Lindsey and Rodman undertaking business and moved some operations to their establishment at the corner of Main and Bank streets.

Sutton-Eastin Co Lindsey & Rodman Bank Streets

Special pricing on stoneware jars and churns through May

A local dealer advertises a shipment of fine jars and churns with a price drop to 50 gallon until May 10. The offer invites customers to stock up while quantities last.

Teachers Head to Louisville For Educational Association

The City Graded School faculty led by Prof. W. O. Hopper and county teachers under Supt. Mug Goodwin travel to Louisville for a three day Kentucky Educational Association session. The city school will be dismissed for the rest of the week.

W. O. Hopper Mug Goodwin Louisville Kentucky Educational Association

Cabbage and Imato Plants at Corbett's Greenhouse

Readable notes show cabbage and Imato plants advertised at Corbett's Greenhouse, with items listed under 4l-tf. This brief item highlights a local horticulture display and sale at a hometown greenhouse.

Corbett

House and lot on North Sycamore Street sale notice

J. W. Jones advertises a house and lot on North Sycamore Street for sale. The notice specifies ownership and location, with details readable as a local public sale item.

Sycamore Street J. W. Jones

Garden Seed Our time devoted to tin and plumbing business

The Laughlin Co states its time will be spent exclusively on the tin and plumbing trade, indicating a shift in focus from garden seed distribution.

Mt Sterling Standout Nets Overtime Glory

Mt Sterling game report notes April 23, 1913 with overtime drama as a key player delivers decisive points in a tense final period. Team standings and local reaction are highlighted within the brief item.

Mt. Sterling, Ky

Also Mentioned on This Page

Methodist Church B. C. Horton E. L. Southgate Machpelah Cemetery Gov. McCreary Vanarsdell’s the Laughlin Co Rufus Hadden
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