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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1912
Page
3
Notice to travelers to consult agents for details on sleeping dining and parlor car service aboard express trains. Service advertised as available daily on weekdays with specifics likely set by the railway company.
Effective November 25, 1912 the Lexington and Eastern Railway Company announces a timetable change for east bound trains. The notice specifies revised departure times and scheduling adjustments for passenger service.
Train schedules note connections at Lexington with L and N to Louisville and at Winchester to Cincinnati. Campton junction shows Mountain Central connection to Campton Ky. Beattyville junction links trains to Beattyville, with O and K Railway to Cannes City and O and KE stations. daily and daily except Sunday entries.
A solid walnut wardrobe described as in good condition is available. Apply at this office as directed in the notice.
The Montgomery County Fiscal Court proposes selling a 20 year nonexclusive electric light franchise by public auction at Mt. Sterling Court House on a date to be fixed. The Sheriff will conduct the sale with a minimum bid equal to the cost of the order and advertisements.
J Edmund Miller of New Haven says his frail daughter improved after three bottles of Vinci. He attributes her recovery to Vinol’s blend of cods liver elements and tonic iron. Lloyd of Mt. Sterling offers money-back guarantee if Vinol fails.
By virtue of Execution No. 151 from Montgomery Circuit Court a sheriff sale is set on a Mt. Sterling lot with mule two coal carts and cart harness. Property owned by Mrs. Carrie Chick subject to $800 Jasper Owens mortgage. debt and costs $258.52. Three month credit bond required. sale witnessed November 20 1912.
The piece links Fortune’s alias to industry and mocks the rainbow chaser’s archaic quest. It notes Hetty Green’s philanthropy ending in monuments and museums, mentions Jawn D. and Andy, and claims Captain Kidd’s treasure was found, spent, and long ago. It ends with a sales-like claim for Dr. Thomas Eclectic Oil and its cures.
Master Commissioner John A. Judy announces the Montgomery Circuit Court sittings in the Antonio Peiri estate. Creditors and heirs must present claims in Mt Sterling, Kentucky, between December 18 1912 and January 15 1913 or be barred.
Attention property owners. For roofs, repairs, plumbing, gas fittings, old stoves, and wallpaper, contact M. R. Harmine at 23 with special paint prices. Also promoting Johnson stains and floor finishes. Burdock Blood Bitters advertised by Jones' Jewelry Store claims to purify blood and aid digestion.
Farm traders advertise a welcoming stance inviting country produce to their business. The notice promotes fair treatment and good service from the firm E Kelly and Co, signaling readiness to handle agricultural goods.
The Hendee Manufacturing Company unveils the 1913 Indian Motorcycle with a novel Cradle Spring Frame. The rear wheel uses two sevenleaf Chrono Vanadium springs connected to bell cranks, allowing the wheel to absorb road shocks without affecting the body. All 1913 Indians are chain driven, finished in Indian red, with broader tires, larger mud guards, updated clutches, and added features across all models.
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