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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1918
Page
10
Official county returns show A. O. Stanley with 184 385 votes and Ben L. Bruner with 178 797, giving Stanley a 5 588 vote lead. Congressman Langley is re elected in the Tenth District by a 6 773 majority.
M Newmeyer offers the best grade of dark outing cloth at 29 cents per yard. The ad highlights value and product choice for shoppers seeking affordable fabric options from the retailer.
The Xmas Savings Club at Traders National Bank will close next Saturday night with about $20,000 paid to members by mail around December 10. A new Club will start around December 20.
War Department orders received last week authorize the demobilization of 6,000 soldiers at the Field Artillery Replacement Depot.
Tom G Coyle writes from the front in 1918 describing trench life, fishing with grenades, near misses from Fritz and shells, fleas, a makeshift mustache, and plans to return to Kentucky. He jokes about recovery of bad habits, hopes to see friends in Sharpsburg, and asks for letters despite war conditions. He signs with love to all.
One lot of Ladies' House Dresses the celebrated Electric Brand valued up to $3.50 selling for $1.49. S. M. NEWMEYER.
The State Council of Defense calls on Kentuckians to display the Union Jack December 7 in recognition of Britain's role in bringing the war to a victorious close.
Robert McClain of Little Mount Spencer county died on Thanksgiving morning when his lifelong friend J W Milligan accidentally shot the rabbit with a shotgun. The incident occurred during a hunting outing and resulted in McClain's death.
Mrs. J. C. McDonald of 118 Queen Street Mt. Sterling reports back pain dizziness and nervous spells eased by Dean's Kidney Pills obtained at Land & Priest's Drug Store. The ad notes kidney trouble symptoms and advises asking for Dean's Kidney Pills priced 60 cents at all dealers. Foster Milburn Co Buffalo New York is listed as the manufacturer.
One saddle horse, two work horses and two work mules offered for application to O. B. Clark, phone 68 W-3. 1-tf.
Treasury plans a new large war loan campaign likely in late April with short term bonds around five billion dollars. Seecre tary McAdoo told bankers of biweekly issues from December to fund government operations until the fifth loan begins repayments. The first issue of 600 million to 750 million may run from December 5 to 10, maturing May 6 at about 4 percent.
A World War I letter dated October 21, 1918, from Tom Robinson of Co. E 126th Infantry in A. P. O. 734, A. E. F., writes home to his mother and sister about improving health, hopes to be home soon, and anticipation of settling with Jerry. He sends love and regards to family.
Emily Robinson. 99.9 esct at Duerson's Drug Store. The note suggests choosing a holiday reading gift from major magazines like Ladies Home Journal or Saturday Evening Post, highlighting a selection and availability at a local drug store.
To close out Odds and Ends of high class Ladies Shoes broken sizes valued to eight dollars selling at two dollars forty eight cents per pair Dorothy Dodd and Gold Medal brands 8 M Newmeyer.
The British king expresses welcome and best wishes to American soldiers sailing to join Allied forces in the Old World. He hopes their presence will lift Allied spirits and speed the mission for human freedom.
A catalog item notes best grade Dressinghams priced at 28 cents per yard. The listing highlights textile quality and bargain pricing for shoppers seeking durable fabric.
London Daily Mail reports a large majority of returning soldiers remain loyal to the ex Kaiser, indicating continued strong support among the German ranks. The claim frames enduring loyalty amid postwar upheaval and national sentiment.
Mr Howard Conner died at his home last Tuesday from double pneumonia after influenza. He was 27, son of Mr and Mrs Zach Conner of Clark county, born and raised here. Burial was in Winchester today beside his family. He is survived by his widow and three young daughters. Neighbors remember him as honest and industrious and well regarded by all who knew him.
Pure Mammoth Bronze and Hugo King stock turkeys offered by Mrs. James Cravens. Large weight birds including hens and gobblers. Twenty five years in business. best lot raised. Come early for choice. Phone 660 W1.
Bargain offer features 100 pairs of ladies high top shoes including dark grey boots in brown and black finishes priced at 3.98 dollars per pair from the sale.
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