Thomas McCarty Dies After Heart Disease Struggle
Relatives mourn the sudden death of Thomas McCarty at his Maysville Street residence near 11 15 am Sunday from heart disease after months of illness. A longtime county figure, he served twenty five years at Machpelah Cemetery and lived in the area about thirty years. Survived by wife and son Robert, his body was sent to Tabor Fleming county for burial. The Advocate extends sympathy. Rooms for Rent Mrs W W Guthrie.
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Thomas Me
Maysville Street
McCarty
Machpelah
Mason
Fleming
Watson Lodge
Robert McCarty
Tabor
Fleming County
Hazel O Rea r to Wed in September
Judge and Mrs Edward Clay O Re ar announce the marriage of their daughter Hazel to Mr William Edward Bradley on Saturday evening September 16 at Glen Ary the O Re ar country home In Frankfort Ky the couple will reside at Springworth after November 1
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Judge
Edward Clay O’rear
Hazel
William Edward Bradley
Fire destroys barn and home on Horton farm
A fire of unknown origin destroyed the five room house on W. Frank Horton’s Camargo area farm. Occupant John Gulley lost all furniture and clothing. estimated loss about 1500 dollars with no insurance on dwelling or contents.
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W. Frank Horton
Camargo
John Gulley
New Insurance Firm Formed By Perry and Wyatt
Mr B Frank Perry and Miss Elizabeth Wyatt consolidate fire insurance businesses effective September 1 creating B Frank Perry & Co with offices on Main street over Vanarsdell & Company. Each owner previously represented two top companies and with four first class firms the new outfit will handle any line of business and aims for a lucrative future.
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B. Frank Perry
Elizabeth Wyatt
B. Frank Perry & Co
Main Street
Vanarsdell & Company
Lost Copies of Dramatist Found at Post Office Desk
Copies of the Dramatist magazine were left on a writing desk in the post office. A reward offered will be returned to this office.
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Dramatist” Magazine
Roberts selects Greene as second deputy for sheriff ticket
Mr John G Roberts, seeking the Democratic nomination for sheriff, announces James Greene of Grassy Lick as second deputy, with William Cravens as first deputy. Greene is described as a young man of sterling worth, widely known and prominently connected, expected to strengthen the ticket.
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John G. Roberts
James Greene
Harvey K. Greene
Grassy Lick
Wm. Cravens
Mr. Greene
Roberts
Brunner Shoe Co Slashes Kid Colonials to 4 95
All six dollar washable Kid Colonials cut to four ninety five at Brunner Shoe Co. Limited offer aims to clear stock and attract shoppers with value pricing on children's footwear.
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The
Brunner Shoe Co
Form Partnership Eubank and Chenault Take Hardware Firm
Mr Garnett Chenault has purchased from Mr W W Eubank Jr the interest in the hardware store formerly owned by Mr E Y Nelson and the new firm name is Eubank and Chenault. These two young gentlemen are widely connected with a host of friends and are possessed of splendid business ability. Their success seems assured.
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Garnett Chenault
W. W. Eubank, Jr
E. Y. Nelson
Eubank & Chenault
Tobacco Sticks for Sale by McCormick Lumber Co
McCormick Lumber Co offers tobacco sticks for sale in a labeled ad. The notice lists the item and seller, indicating a ready supply and sale location.
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McCormick Lumber Co
Dr Hortop Declares Recovery From Typhoid Fortifying Vet Practice
Dr G M Hortop announces recovery from a recent typhoid fever attack and says he is now able to resume his veterinary practice.
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G. M. Hortop
New autos bought by Harvey and Ed Prewitt arrive in Louisville
Harvey and Ed Prewitt each purchased a new Hupmobile and received the cars in Louisville last week before driving them to this city. Judge Lewis Apperson owns a Cadillac with eight cylinders. The Advocate remarks on the printing.
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Messrs
Harvey
Ed Prewitt
Louisville
Judge Lewis Apperson
The Steady Subscriber Poem
A verse praises the loyal reader who pays in advance for yearly subscriptions. The poem depicts how such support brings cheer to the office and elevates the staff's spirits as the timely payment arrives.
Belt Line County School Opens September Fourth
Miss Georgie Sledd announces Belt Line County School will open fall term on September 4. A cottage near the County High School will serve as the Belt Line School with children reporting to the high school on opening day. Miss Margaret Tipton, Georgetown College graduate, joins the instructor corps with enhanced facilities.
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Georgie Sledd
Belt Line
Margaret Tipton
Georgetown College
Boy Missing in Kentucky Warrants Help From Public
Sheriff Harry F. Howell reports a missing 14 year old boy named Stewart Joseph from Louisville. The lad weighs 116 pounds, stands 4 feet 10 inches, has blue eyes and brown hair, and was last seen in Lexington wearing a plaid cap and brown knee pants. A reward is offered for information leading to his recovery.
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Harry F. Howell
Alice Joseph
Louisville
Mon
Stewart Joseph
Lexington
Bargain on Pumps and Oxfords Discounted to 2.45
A brief notice advertises price cuts on pumps and oxford shoes from 3.00 to 2.45. The fragmentary ad mentions Mr. Fj babe but lacks additional details or context.
Roumania Enters War as Allies War Declarations Clash
Roumania declares war on Austria Hungary and Germany responds to a state of war. It is the fourteenth nation to enter the conflict with a population around 6.8 million and an army of about 580000 men regarded by some as the best in Europe and by others as inefficient.
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Roumania
Austria-Hungary
Europe
Big Dramatic Show By N B Nyes Company Monday
Lovers of first class amusement will be treated next Monday night as N B Nyes dramatic and vaudeville company presents the well known book play St Elmo. They bring a fine band and orchestra and charge 15 and 25 cents at corner Bank and Locust streets.
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N. B. Nyes
St. Elmo
For Rent Large tobacco barn and blacksmith shop
For Rent large tobacco barn and blacksmith shop on Main Street. Apply to Trimble Bros.
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Trimble Bros
Harrison engaged to McDowell of Louisville
Mr and Mrs Oscar Henry Harrison announce the engagement of their daughter Miss Margaret Prather Harrison to Mr Samuel Raymond McDowell of Louisville. The wedding will be solemnized in the fall. Harrison has been a familiar visitor in this city and is popular here.
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Oscar Henry Harrison
Louisville
Margaret Prather Harrison
Samuel Raymond McDowell
Miss Harrison
Dove law expires Friday impacts daily dove limits
The state dove law ends Friday September 1, after which licensed hunters may kill up to fifteen doves per day. The rule applies only to those possessing a hunting license.
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DOVE
President to address Congress on railroad strike crisis
President Wilson aims to go to Congress in person to push a legislative plan to avert or halt the threatened nationwide railroad strike. He worked late on a message detailing negotiations and a new settlement proposal after White House talks with railroad presidents and brotherhood leaders. The proposed plan calls for a three to four month federal investigation with no action, after which employers could arbitrate or strike. Brotherhood leaders signaled likely rejection, and reports say a strike may begin Monday at six.
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Wilson
Congress
Senate
House
White House
Four Brotherhood
Capitol
Bicycle for Sale in Good Condition
Bicycle offered for sale in good condition. Apply at Advocate office or call 603 for details.
Wedding Surprise Seals Ramey Clarke Union
Mr. Martin Ramey of this city and Mrs. Emma Clarke of Sharpsburg wed quietly in Owingsville on Thursday then returned home via Cincinnati for a brief stay. They plan to reside on the bride’s farm near Sharpsburg and are warmly wished happiness and prosperity.
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Martin Ramey
Emma Clarke
Sharpsburg
Owingsville
Cincinnati
Advocate
Guardsmen Deployed to Mexican Border
Kentucky and Vermont National Guard units have been ordered to the Mexican border. The Kentucky contingent, based at Fort Thomas, will depart tonight following the Monday order.
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Kentucky
Vermont
Who Are They Married This Month in Sterling
A leading local businessman and a beloved local girl are slated to wed in the coming month. The community is invited to learn the couple and details as the plans unfold.
Ham Lunch Prepared at Vanarsdell's Pantry
Cooked and minced ham prepared for a cold lunch at Vanarsdell's, suggesting a simple deli style serving.
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Vanarsdell’s
Wedding of Miss Mary Barrett Smith and William Ratliff Quiet
The marriage occurred Thursday at the Phelps home near White Hall with Rev. Preston Blake officiating. The bride, daughter of the late John Speed Smith, wore voile and a white hat, and an elaborate luncheon followed before the couple left for a extended trip and future home in Sharpsburg.
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Mary Barrett Smith
William Ray Ratliff
and Mirs
George Phelps
White Hall
Preston Blake
Birmingham
Ala
Miss Smith
Kentucky
John Speed Smith
Madison Institute
Kentucky University
Lexington
Ratliff
Bath County
Omar Ratliff
Sharpsburg
Walter Crooks
Mt. Sterling
Residence for Sale on Richmond Avenue
For sale is a residence on Richmond Avenue featuring a large garden and grounds. Listed by H. J. Porter.
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Richmond Avenue
H. J. Porter
Big Delegation Planned for National Campaign Opening
Campaign Chairman Jno R Judy organizes a large delegation to attend the national campaign opening in Winchester on September 9. Dozens of representative Democrats will go including automobile parties and Montgomery county is assured strong representation.
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Jno. R. Judy
Winchester
Montgomery County
Bring your job work to the Advocate office
A notice urges residents to bring job work to the Advocate office for processing. The message emphasizes timely submission and directs readers to the office location for assistance and filings.
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Advocate Office
Lose Little Baby Died Shortly After Birth
Mr and Mrs Robert Payne mourn the loss of their infant who died Sunday evening after living only a few hours. Many friends express sympathy.
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Robert Payne
Street Work Is Started On Main Street Soon On Sycamore
The Carey-Reed Co. of Lexington, awarded the contract for city street improvements, sent a crew Monday to dig curb and gutter. Work will begin on East Main Street first, then move to Sycamore Street after sewer taps, aiming to finish before bad weather. The company has completed prior contracts here satisfactorily.
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Carey-Reed Co
Lexington
East Main Street
Sycamore Street
All 3.50 Treadeasy Oxfords Cut to 2.95
Shoe sale note states Treadeasy Oxfords originally priced at 3.50 are reduced to 2.95. Brunner Shoe Co. is the seller behind the offer.
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Brunner Shoe Co
DROWNED AT HIGH BRIDGE BOY DROWNS IN RIVER ACCIDENT
A motorboat struck a rowboat near High Bridge in the Kentucky river Sunday afternoon. Seven boys rode the rowboat and five were cast into the water with Ralph VanDivier, 16, of Harrodsburg drowned. His body was recovered 35 minutes later. The other four boys saved themselves by grabbing the boat.
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Kentucky
High Bridge
Ralph VanDivier
Harrodsburg
Footwear Sale Cuts Prices On Pumps And Oxfords
A local retailer slices prices on pumps and oxford shoes from four dollars to three dollars and forty five cents, signaling a limited time offer. The discount targets a range of styles and sizes in stock, inviting shoppers to take advantage before supplies run out.
Mrs. Burke Injured in Winchester Home Accident
Mrs. Ann Burke mother of Mrs. R. E. Punch fractured her hip after a fall while going up stairs at her Winchester home Saturday night. Her popularity in the area is noted as friends express regret. Mr. and Mrs. Punch rushed to Winchester upon learning of the accident.
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Ann Burke
R. E. Punch
Winchester
Select School of Mrs. J W Prewitt Opens Sept 11
The Select School of Mrs. J. W. Prewitt on North Sycamore street will commence Monday September 11 with a large attendance expected.
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J. W.prewitt
Sycamore Street
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Richmond News
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