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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1921
Page
4
Local paper prints notice that cash must accompany orders for announcements and advertising. Readers are informed no insertion will occur until payment is received, with J W Hedden Sr and Jr listed as editors and Mrs Mary C Ayres as local news editor.
Rates listed for political announcements by precinct city county and state offices with per line and per inch pricing for public notices and obituaries. Includes $7.50 for precinct and city announcements $20.00 for county state and district notices and $15.00 per line for cards.
Authorized list of Democratic candidates for the State Primary on August 6 1921 includes Henry S Caywood for Senator S B Lane for Representative H R Prewitt for Circuit Judge W C Hamilton for Commonwealths Atty Miss Anie Hunt for Circuit Court Clerk E W Seuff for County Judge W A Samuels Henry Watson for County Attorney R G Kern A S Hart Dan Welsh for County Commissioner Sidney J Calk Chas E Duff for Sheriff Lindsay R Douglas W H Wright for County Clerk T M Greene L B Mason for Tax Commissioner James M Greer Charles B James Will S Mccormick D D Salyer Wm F Stewart Curtis Hollon for Jailor Ben R Turner R F Mastin C W Nesbitt for Councilman J C Shoemaker Thomas H Turley
The Advocate and Mr. W. C. Potts closed a prize campaign with the largest circulation of any semi weekly paper in Kentucky. About 95 percent of new subscribers are in Mt Sterling trading territory and advertisers gain a broad local reach. The paper thanks contestants for their earnest work and notes the campaign’s straightforward management.
A local editorial frames the Democratic primary as a family affair inviting voters to choose preferred candidates for each office. It argues the paper should decide by fitness, aiming for a friendly, binding process and stressing unity over division.
A statement praises the county and city for competent personnel and asserts few mistakes in the choice of workers to provide services. The text emphasizes trust in local authorities and the reliability of the workforce.
A reader reviews Elizabeth T. Binford’s The Little Boy of Good Children's Street. Rand McNally & Co. publishes the 31 page tale dedicated to parents worldwide. The book narrates a virtuous boy’s life ending in a death scene at his bed. The prose is in refined English and considered inspiring.
A taxpayer letter is ready for publication but held for signing at the office. Publishers do not print unsigned communications and will publish once the author signs.
Friday near-miss injuries when a harness part failed and a horse bolted. Lexing ton visitor T. C. Quisenberry Jr. visited Kirk Wyatt. Thomas Greenwade injured cranking a truck. Mrs. Dollie Chase returned from Asheville. Pro tracted church meeting began Tuesday night. Trotting horse racing thrives with Great Britton 2:03 1/4 and Mainlick 2:06 1/4 among local stock. Scott funeral attended in Winchester. J Sebastian travels with horses to sell.
The Sunday School Convention at Antioch church last Thursday drew representation from six churches and an audience over 280. A fine program and noon dinner were served on the grounds. Delegates include Sterling and families, Duff, Clay, Duff, Coons, Greenwade, Quisenberry, and Blevins among others.
Miss Charlina Ball aged 23, daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles S Ball, died Monday at her parents home in Paris. She was active in social circles in Pourbon county and had worked for Redross. Funeral services will be Wednesday at 2 oclock from the Ball home with burial in the local cemetery. many friends are named in attendance.
The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville has bought a 35 acre tract on Cherokee Drive and plans a $2,000,000 building to meet rising demand. The project will expand facilities as enrollment grows.
Six room cottage for rent on Antwerp Avenue. For information call John W. Wilson at B42.
Ard of thanks from Kentucky Utilities expresses gratitude to Mt. Sterling citizens for their kindness and support during a period of need. The company credits patrons for cooperation in conserving water and meeting demand.
Marry in Lexington Friday morning young Miss Bertha Elam of this city and C. T. Miller of Louisville were united in marriage at Rev. Gordon Crawford's home. Bride wore brown taffeta with lace. Radiance roses and valley lilies adorned. After visiting here, the couple will settle in Louisville.
Charles D. Highland reported his Buick touring car stolen from in front of the Table Theatre Friday night while he and Mrs. Highland watched a picture show. Police conducted an all night search. by dawn the car was found on North Sycamore Street abandoned and badly damaged after a collision.
Mrs. Prewitt of Richmond avenue was badly injured when flooring collapsed sending her into the cellar. She is believed internall y injured and in a serious condition.
Candidates and residents are invited to a community ice cream supper at Grassy Lick on Thursday night August 4. The event aims to raise proceeds for the church through the social gathering and support from attendees.
A Lexington Lark Sport Car, recently purchased by W C Clay, was delivered last week. Owned by Mr Sterling, the car is the first of its kind seen in the area and highly admired.
Dr C M Thompson longtime Baptist figure resigns as pastor of First Baptist Church in Winchester to become secretary of the Baptist State Mission Board based in Louisville.
Colleen T. Poster Rogers advertises long time loans to farmers at six percent. Real estate, loans, and insurance services are offered.
A community sermon contrasts choosing church life with eternal punishment, noting a desire for spiritual guidance without fear of damnation. Local leaders urge reflection on faith, morals, and personal responsibility.
Review shows a slight drop in butter production amid light storage gains and growing current use demand pushing advanced prices. Poultry arrivals are liberal with lower prices in Eastern markets. Fresh egg stocks are clearing steadily with higher but uneven prices and improved farm handling could boost returns.
Water from the heavy Friday night rain rose four feet in the reservoir by Saturday noon. Runoff from Little Slate over five miles back feeds the system, causing a gradual water rise and signaling an abundant supply in the coming days.
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