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Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Dec 08, 1915

Page

5

Local social visitors thread through Louisville and surrounding cities

A crowded list of visitors and residents appears from Louisville Cincinnati Winchester Lexington and nearby towns. Names include John Keller Hunt Priest Olive Wood Chas Arnett R L Vanarsdell Emilee Reid Martha Pieratt J M Chinn H G Hoffman Flo Shirley Esther Dean Jane Young Lee Crear M G Satterwhite Martha Ferguson Q W Compton Oliver Vanarsdell Nannie Stafford Mary George Lacey Clay Woodford J L McCormick Annie Sousley Wall Booton Turner Snapp Idell Hall Edyth Bentley and others with travels to Cincinnati Lexington Mississippi Florida and Alabama for visits business or winter stays.

Hunt Priest Cincinnati Olive Catherine Wood Louisville Chas. D. Arnett West Liberty City R. L. Vanarsdeil Emilee H. Reid Winchester Martha Pieratt Winches J. W. Scott New York Bryan Lée Orear Robert Yan Lee Crear Lexington M. G. Satterwhite Jane Young Ruth Tharp William Woodford Lucy Clay Paris Martha Ferguson Lacey Clay Woodford Q. W. Compton Oliver Robert Vanarsdell Nannie Stafford Wylam Ala Mary George Kavanaugh Mannix

Miss Cora Little Visits Miss Edith Foley in Jellico Tenn

Miss Cora Little returns from a two week visit to Miss Edith Foley in Jellico Tennessee. Miss Foley plans a Holiday visit to Miss Little.

Cora Little Edith Foley Jellico Tenn Miss Foley Miss Little

Local sick list shows mixed recovery progress across town

The community reports several residents improving while others remain in critical condition. Ewing Flynn is nearing release, Mrs. Ann Byrd remains critical with the illness expected any hour, and Mr. Otho Kimbrough of Lexington is in extremely critical condition with poor chances of recovery.

Ewing Flynn Lou Hampton Mary W. Lockridge Ann Byrd Benjamin Cockrell S. B. Carrington Mack Carrington Nelle Tipton Traers’ National Bank Susan Lane Chas Ragan Lexington Yesterdy Otho Kimbrough Lexigton Mr. Kimbro Martha Lee Gay

Births and Society Notes Span Local Folks News

Saturday morning a son was born to Mrs Perry Flora of Till dine Mt Sterling Garage. Germany reports a daughter born to Baron Barchfeld in Berlin, formerly Miss Elizabeth Reid Rogers. Mr and Mrs L G Cannon of Scott county welcome a baby boy born December 1. Grandparents are Mr and Mrs John W Lockridge. Mrs Cannon was Miss Mary Andrew Lockridge before marriage. The Fair advertises candy at 10c a piece.

Perry Flora Filo Mt. Sterling Germany Baron Barchfeld Berlin Missabeth Reid Rogers Prince Christian of Hess L. G. Cannon Scott County John W. Lockridge

Into a Strange Country by Laura Porter

Laura Spencer Porter continues her series on world nations noting that travelers must set aside bias to truly know a country. She argues immersion reveals a nation's distinctive personality through its cities, villages, landscapes, and daily life.

Laura Spencer Porter Miss Porter

Poet Robert Service Relays War Poem From France

Service reports a war poem found on a fallen English soldier at the Marne. He calls it the best war poem seen, noting its lines reflect war’s horror yet glimpses of heaven. The verses were said to be written by Doctor Alexander, late lord primate of Ireland, published in The Times years ago.

Robert Service France Paris Service Marne Hell Alexander Ieland Manchester

Left in the Dark Seagotery Reflections of a Lost Light

A fragmented reminiscence portrays a woman once seen as the light of my life. The speaker laments a failed marriage and a brighter path chosen by another suitor who had more money, leaving him in darkness.

Four Ag Women Branded as Bogus Entry Attempt

A fragment reports four agricultural women turning red amid a dubious entry attempt described as a regular case of four ing. The wording suggests a cautionary note on deception.

Peace Speaker Questioned Over Price and Rates

A quoted exchange shows an orator insisting on peace at any price while another voice rejects the idea of fixed substantial rates. The fragment hints at debate over costs and commitment in negotiations without clear context.

Universal Theory Gossip Haunts Courtroom

A cryptic aside questions Jinks s conduct while speculation hints at a woman involved. Readers sense intrigue as clues mingle with watchful glances in the courtroom discourse.

Illness Concern Noted As Father Remains Bedbound

A reader reports his father’s illness is serious and asks if operation is advised. The note mentions the patient has been in bed for several days and a doctor has suggested an operation.

Quote on Adam and Eve sparks playful rib joke

A witty historic remark comparing Adam and Eve prompts a joke about spare ribs. The playful line imagines Eve as desirable from the start, reflecting timeless humor about creation.

Letter from R G Salyer Praises Missouri Prosperity

The letter from R G Salyer, living in lle, Missouri, notes he is over seventy yet active in business and expresses optimism about Missouri with stock and grain high and Democrats happy. He wishes a happy future and signs kindly.

Lle Mr. Salyer Missouri R. G. Salyer

Special Attraction at The Table Begins Thursday Night

The Table Theatre presents a ventriloquist act by D Esta in addition to the regular picture program. Not a moving picture, the show features life size figures and is part of the D Esta Rhodes style entertainment. A change of program is set for Friday and Saturday with a matinee Saturday afternoon. The Fair offers toys for Christmas at the right price.

Table Theatre America D’esta D’esta-Rhodes

Seton Resigns as Chief Scout Over Nature Study Shift

Ernest Thompson Seton resigns as chief scout of the Boy Scouts of America citing a shift from nature study to military style wigwagging drills and other activities.

Ernest Thompson Seton Boy Scouts of America

Stockholders Meeting Notice for Montgomery National Bank

The regular annual meeting of the stockholders of the Montgomery National Bank of Mt Sterling Kentucky will be held at the bank office in Mt Sterling on Tuesday January 11 1916 at ten oclock a.m for the election of a Board of Directors and for other lawful business. Pierce Winn Cashier. Predh Gysters every day at Van 8.

Montgomery National Bank of Mt. Sterling Kentucky Pierce Winn

Henry Saxton Dead Central Kentucky Music Figure Dies

Mr Henry Saxton of Lexington a prominent musician dies at home Sunday at about seventy years old He led Saxton Trost s band for many years and was well known to many local residents who mourn his passing.

Henry Saxton Lexington Kentucky Saxton Saxton & Trost

Large selection of china ware and glass at the fair

Shoppers browse a vast array of china ware glassware and vases on offer at the fair. Exhibitors display delicate sets ornate glass pieces and colorful vases while vendors highlight prices and specialties to attract buyers.

Eastin and Harris Form Partnership Announcement

Public notice announces the formation of a partnership between Dr. C. W. Harris and the author under the firm name Eastin & Harris. The signer pledges full-time devotion to the business and expresses gratitude for past kindness and continued goodwill from friends.

C. W. Harris Eastin & Harris

Traders National Bank Opens Another Savings Club Ad

Money released Friday will mail checks to over nine hundred members of the Landis Christmas Savings Club. More than sixteen thousand dollars will be distributed, compared with about eight thousand last year. Read the ad in this issue about opening another club by the Traders National Bank.

Traders National Bank Landis Christmas Savings Club

Money to Loan on Farms with Low Interest

Low interest long term farm loans with prepayment privileges. For information contact R. G. Kern, Attorney, Traders National Bank Building. Northwestern Mutual Life Ins. Co. (23-tf)

R. G. Kern Traders National Bank Northwestern Mutual Life Ins. Co

Lewis Wins as Board Denies Hamlett Challenge

Judge Stout dissolves the restraining order preventing the Election Commissioners from canvassing returns. The board counts and certifies Lewis winning by 115 votes. If Hamlett contests, Lewis may hold the office pending settlement. Teddy bears advertised from 25 cents up with a two headed variant.

Will Probated for D C George in County Court

The will of the late D C George was probated last week in the County Court. The estate all goes to his widow while she remains a widow. if she remarries the property passes to Joel Oldham, and if he dies without heirs it is divided among his legal heirs. Mr Wm H Wyatt qualified as administrator.

D. C

Pie Supper and Bazaar at Peeled Oak School House

A pie supper and church bazaar are set for Saturday night at Peeled Oak school house. December 11 is the date and all are invited to attend.

Peeled Oak School House

Beckham Honored as First New Senator to Take Oath

Hon. J. C. W. Beckham was sworn in Monday as United States Senator by Senator Martin the acting president pro tem. He was honored as the first of the new Senators to receive the oath of office.

J. C. W. Beckham United States Beckham Martin Senator Beckham

Successful Tea Supports Red Cross Fund Drive

The Red Cross Tea held last week drew strong attendance and raised a neat fund total for the Red Cross. Volunteers organized the event efficiently and report a gratifying response from attendees.

Red Cross Bose

Also Mentioned on This Page

Omme Duerson’s Drug Store Court Street John Keller J. M. Chinn Frankfort H. G. Hoffman Flo Shirley Esther Dean South Bend Bassett Drug Co Kerr’s Perfection Flour Mr. Tabb Brown the Universal Theory Jinks Adam Eve Seton Stockholders’ Meeting Predh ‘Gysters R. J. White & CO Styr Rexall MR. Henry Saxton MONEY Lewis the Fair MT. Sterling, KY
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