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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1916
Page
4
Editorial urges community help to sustain a county fair as a permanent institution. It notes unsold stock in the Association totaling 2112 50 dollars, or eighty four and a half shares at 25 dollars each, must be subscribed to provide ready funds. Readers are asked to subscribe, even for a single share, and to telephone local newspapers with their commitment.
The Advocate reports a strong Dollar Day among progressive merchants, noting the event was a pronounced success and will improve as readers understand it. It reminds customers that with a small sum they receive a year of local news first-hand from the Advocate office.
Even Bainbridge Colby a major New York Progressive who placed Roosevelt at the party's national convention refuses to be bamboozled into backing the Kaiser ticket. The Willingness to support Wilson suggests a twist on the old saying you can lead a moose to water but you can't make him drink.
Fayette County moves to join Montgomery County by adopting a county commission form of governance. Advocates predict a nationwide trend with more than a dozen Kentucky counties switching in ten years, citing success where tested and fair trial.
The Republican Campaign Committee says T. R. will be kept in the mountains to avoid offending Kaiserites. The piece notes Kentuckians are known for enduring punishment without complaint.
An excerpt attacks candidate Hughes as lacking force and originality. It portrays him as focused on attacking Wilson and rivals, offering no policy, and misstatements that worsen the offense. The piece argues the public will reject his tirades and teach him a lasting lesson in manners.
The Blue Grass Federation of Labor plans a September 2 Labor Day celebration in Lexington with Hon. W. B. Wilson Secretary of Labor delivering the main address at 7 30 p m. A general invitation is extended to the public and all labor organizations.
For sale 400 Mountain Black Face ewes at good ages. Contact John D. Greenwade or Jas F Wilson or Mr. Sterling in Kentucky. The Advocate for printing.
Editorial invites residents to propose fresh, harmless amusements for the season. It urges prominent locals to organize novel activities, starting with a free winter concert series for all, especially the financially constrained, and stresses moving beyond the old rut before winter ends.
An advertisement lists five shares of the capitol stock of the Citizens' Bank of Sharpsburg. Other items include Roslyn Maryland Palm Beach clothing and Kool Cloth fabrics. Suits priced up to ten dollars, now five dollars, window display on Main Street. Punch Graves Co. Also notes on 22 caliber bullets and a humorous line about patriotism and financiers.
Announcement notes Vanarsdell’s selling watermelons on ice daily and lists Rooms for Rent with Mrs. W. P. Guthrie. The brief appears in column G on page four.
Mr. B. G. Land has purchased a building lot from Prof. M. J. Goodwin on North Sycamore street and has begun constructing a modern two story brick residence in the city.
Horse for sale described as safe for women and children. Will stand anywhere without being hitched. Apply to RB IL Settle. Phone numbers 93 or 22.
Elizabeth Hoffman 88 a native of Montgomery county died last Wednesday at her North Middletown home after a long illness. Survived by three nieces Lou Fannie and Cornie Benthall who lived with her. Born in Montgomery county she moved to North Middletown as a young woman. Funeral was Thursday at her residence with Rev John W Christopherson officiating. Burial followed in North Middletown cemetery.
Full line women’s hose offered at Brunner Shoe Co with prices ranging from 15 cents to 1.50. Readily available in right kind of stock for customers seeking value.
Cattle near 1500 pounds sold to Eastern buyers with prices around $9.25 per head and $8.25 per hundred for others. Purchases include 70 head by Monte Fox, 40 head from Dunlap Gay, 50 head from John Hardwick. Lambs sold by contract to handlers. milch cows brought $55 to $70. Trade seen as improving, with many fat steers still unsold in the county.
A reflection on how people discuss deceased individuals, noting that many tales arise after death while the truth may lie buried with them. The piece contrasts silent bodies with the chatter that follows, suggesting caution in repeating stories about the departed.
The U S Civil Service Commission announces a rural carrier examination for Bath County to hire at Bethel with vacancies on routes from other post offices. Open to male citizens domiciled in Bath County meeting Form No 1977 requirements. Obtain forms from local offices or Washington and apply early.
Sli Brunner Shoe Co slashes price on Treadeasy Oxfords from $3.50 to $2.95, offering a limited time discount on select footwear.
Miss Ruth Amyx of this city and Robert Draper Jennings of Caldwell county wed at the home of Rev. B W Trimble Thursday evening in a brief ceremony witnessed by a few friends and relatives. The bride is the daughter of Mrs William Amyx and the groom works for the Old Kentucky Telephone and Telegraph Co.
Local notice invites inquiries about Hurst home insurance with J. T. Coons as contact. Provides phone extension 5-41 and office at 456 W-1.
Leo Schlegel of this city accepts a position with the Berry Varnish Company in Detroit Michigan and will depart this week to begin work. He is the son of Mrs Mary Clark Schlegel and a Mt Sterling High School graduate regarded as an excellent and deserving young man.
For Rent. Seven room house on North Sycamore Street recently remodeled. Contact Elizabeth Wyatt at phone 12446.
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