Red Cross Seals Drive Sees Slow Start Across Kentucky
The first six days of the Red Cross Christmas Seals campaign fall short of the promoters’ goals. State agencies including the State Board of Health, the Kentucky Tuberculosis Association, the Red Cross, and local health groups coordinate efforts. Northern Kentucky reports strong selling led by W. C. Ryerson as chairman, while Western and Central Kentucky trail. Lexington schoolchildren meet quotas with prizes of 100 dollars for top fundraisers. The drive aims for a statewide quota of 130 660 dollars and may continue into the week if needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
Kentucky
State Board of Health
Kentucky Tuberculosis Association
The
Public Health Nursing
W. C. Ryerson
Live Wire
Lexington
Ernest B. Ellis
J. A. Goodson
Bridges Buy Mansion on North Maysville Street
Mr and Mrs Marion W Bridges purchased the modern brick residence of Charles W Kirkpatrick on North Maysville Street for 11000 The home is described as one of the most complete in the city The Kirkpatricks plan to build in the spring with Mr Bridges quoted as buyer from The Man Who Sells the Earth context
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Marion W. Bridges
Charles W. Kirkpatrick
Maysville Street
Kirkpatrick
Ralls Couple Buy City Residence for $10000
Mr and Mrs 8S S Ralls of Bath county have purchased a brick residence on Court streets from Minerva Thompson for ten thousand dollars. They plan to make the new house their home.
Boone Sells Farm on Kiddville Pike for Over $200 An Acre
RD Boone of the local post of Force sells his 48 acre farm on the Kiddville pike to Harry Hadden. The price is not disclosed but reported to exceed two hundred dollars per acre. Mufflers at Walsh's.
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Boone
Force
Kiddville Pike
Harry Hadden
Evangelistic Meetings at the Christian Church
The revival services at the Christian church opened last Sunday with large crowds and high spirits. The choir directed by Mrs Lor ing Turley led strong congregational singing, with Mrs Turley performing a solo each service. Pastor Mr Darsie delivered plain practical sermons and ten additions have been noted by Monday night. The meetings run one week ending next Sunday night at 7 o clock with public invitation.
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The
Christian Church
Loring Turley
Sterling
Turley
Darsie
Walsh Co Presents Red Top Rubber Boots for Boys
The Walsh Company offers red top rubber boots for boys as a Christmas item. Durable rain footwear in bright color targeted at young children.
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The
Walsh Co
Former Telephone Manager to Wed Richmond Socialite
Announcement of the engagement of Benjamin F. Buckner of Winchester to Elizabeth M. Blanton of Richmond. The wedding is set for Wednesday at five at the bride’s father William Edgar Blanton’s home in Richmond. Buckner, former Blue Grass telephone company manager, will live at Xalapa Simms place in Bourbon county with his bride.
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Benjamin F. Buckner
Winchester
Elizabeth M. Blanton
Richmond
William Edgar Blanton
Buckner
Xalapa
Simms Place
Bourbon County
Blanton
Blue Grass Society
Mrs Greene's Famous Home made Candy on Sale
Mrs Greene offers her famous homemade candy at Land and Priest's store. Local shoppers can find assorted sweets advertised for a limited time.
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Mrs. Greene
Marriage Licenses Issued by County Clerk Greene
County Clerk Keller R. Greene issued licenses for John M. Foley 25 to Jennie B. Hinson 20 Arthur Frodge 23 to Ethel H. Shrout 19 and Ben Watkins 22 to Ellen M. Powell 16 all residents of the county.
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John M. Foley
Jennie B. Hinson
Arthur Frodge
Ethel H. Shrout
Ben Watkins
Ellen M. Powell
Bethel Merchant Buys Home Here
W H Pieratt a Bethel merchant purchased yesterday Mrs George Moore’s two story West High street residence at private price. Pieratt and his family will move to the place March 1. The Walsh Co the store ahead.
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W. HL Pieratt
Bethel
George Moore
West High Street
Mr. Pieratt
Morrow and Ballard Inaugurated Kentucky Governors
Edwin P. Morrow of Somerset is sworn in as Governor of Kentucky with S Thruston Ballard as lieutenant governor. The ceremony includes a noon gun salute, a lengthy parade, musical interludes, and remarks by Governor-elect Morrow about staff appointments. The event features participation from American Legion members, a valedictory by outgoing Governor James D Black, and a notable parade of bands, autos, and military units.
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America
Capitol
Messrs
Morrow
Ballard
John D. Carroll
State Capitol
E. C. O’rear
James D. Black
O’rear
Kentucky
Charles Summerall
Kentucky State Guard
Franklin County Legion
Injured Peter Greenwade Recovers At Work
Peter Greenwade suffered injuries when caught in a wire fence several days ago. He is now very much improved and able to resume his usual activities.
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Peter Greenwade
Serving Trays Display at Prewitt and Howell
Come in and see our variety of serving trays. They are beautiful not at attractive prices. Prewitt & Howell.
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Prewitt & Howell
Box supper for Louisville Orphans Home at Grassy Lick schoolhouse
A box supper will be held at the Grassy Lick schoolhouse to aid the Louisville Orphan's Home. The event is on Thursday night December 11 1919 and the public is invited. Fancy Queensware is advertised as suitable Christmas presents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grassy Lick
Louisville
Prewitt & Howell’s
Baptists Go Over the Top in Campaign Pledge
The local Baptist church surpassed its $20,000 goal in the 75 million campaign, pledging over $21,000. The pastor announced the total after Sunday service as members sang and celebrated. New member Mr. Guy Sandifer, Miss Mary Sandifer, and Mrs. George Styles joined, and a sense of revived life and fellowship spread through the congregation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guy Sandifer
Mary Sandifer
George Styles
Roller Skates Delight Boy At Christmas Time
A short note mentions Prewitt and Howell and a gift of roller skates pleasing a boy during Christmas time.
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Prewitt & Howell
Farm Offered in Shelby County on Easy Terms
A 103 acre Shelby county farm is advertised with easy terms. The tobacco crop value this year reflects the land quality and potential profits.
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Shelby County
Browning Couple Relocates Within Clark County
Mr and Mrs Virgil Browning move from Clark county to the Mrs John F Richardson property on Winn street reflecting a local residential change in this community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Virgil Browning
Clark County
John F. Richardson
Winn Street
Velocipede Sale for Boys and Girls at Local Store
Come in now and get a velocipede for the boy or girl. Prewitt and Howell advertise. The Walsh Co offers robes and slippers to match.
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Prewitt & Howell
Walsh Co
War Time Restrictions On The Use Of Coal
Fuel Administrator Garfield orders nationwide return to most 1917 18 coal shortage lighting rules enforced by the Railroad Administration. Exemptions apply to anthracite coal gas and other fuels. Limits include no ornamental or unnecessary lighting, 7 AM to 11 PM for nightlife venues, six hours daily for stores other than food sellers, and four PM cutoffs for general offices with essential exceptions.
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Garfield
Railroad Administration
Also Mentioned on This Page
M. W. Bridges
RD Boone Sells
Walsh’s
WED
Keller R. Greene
Bethel Merchant
Edwin P. Morrow
Somerset
S. Thruston Ballard
Smith
Band of
Cincinnati
Tine
John G. South
Alvin T. Hert
Charles R. Moriarity
Covington
William McKinley
W. C. Bradley
American Legion
Jackson Morris
Willson
C. W. Longmire
T. W. Woodyard
Automobile Department
Henry Talbot
Red.Boland
City
Willie Sandlin
Leslie County
BOX Supper
Baptists
R. L. Coleman
Eastman Kodaks
Watcrnes and Holland Fountainens
Crane’s Linen
A. M. Davis
Land & Priest
Mt. Sterling, Ky
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