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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1921
Page
4
Mount Sterling newspaper note lists weekly publication on Tuesday and Thursday. It names J W Hedden Sr and Jr as editors and managers with Mrs Mary C Ayres as local news editor. subscription two dollars per year. payment required before insertion.
The Advocate notes debate over a new hotel versus a three story rooming house with light housekeeping. Proponents urge growth and a location plan, arguing the project will elevate Mt Sterling and place it on the map.
The article notes a two show engagement in Cincinnati last week that drew strong crowds and cash registers ringing. It emphasizes resilience and optimism amid talk of hard times, urging readers to keep faith and hope for brighter days ahead.
The issue features a portrait of Richard Bean former resident and son of R T Bean and Pauline Bean. It praises his rapid attainments within his young years and broad business experience, noting he has not yet reached his zenith and promising more to come.
Miss Carrie Napier and Shade Epperson wed last week in Cain Creek and North Fork. The community hears from Bowen visitors Lyda Baker and a host of friends share dinners, birthdays, and gatherings. Attendees traveled to Stanton for a court matter at Spencer school house and to attend a Sunday school convention and dinner on the grounds. Local names include M. F. Benningfield, Maude Benningfield, Fannie Morton, G M Derickson, Lula Derickson, Daisy Ewen, and others.
Salt Lick news mentions J F Thompson buying two heifers for 23.50 and one from Bad Dorrell for 10. FE. Kimbrell, who left town recently, has moved back. Watermelon supplies abundant from the Licking river. Mrs Chas McClure and children of Covington visited here last week. A Bryan property sale is set for next Saturday at Samuels avenue and Clay street at 2 PM.
Plum Lick and nearby Carlisle and Midway communities report visits and family gatherings. Laughlin relatives travel, guests stay, and local farm activity includes rains improving crops. Calves and heifers sell locally, while seniors and students pursue studies and attend gatherings.
The Bryan Properties presents a public auction next Saturday afternoon offering homes and building lots for sale. Potential buyers are invited to attend and bid on available residences and lots.
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