McCreary Reappointed Governor of Kentucky in Inaugural
James B. McCreary was sworn in for a second term as Kentucky governor after a clear victory over Judge Ed C. O'Rear. The day featured a noon oath, a parade with the McCreary Guards of 1875, and an inaugural ball, with Democratic leaders and city attendees marking the event. The Novelty Store advertises linen handkerchiefs priced 50 cents to 2.50 and a five cent assortment for Christmas gifts.
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James B. McCreary
Kentucky
Commonwealth
Ed C. O’rear
Court of Appeals
McCreary
McCreary Guards
Mischievous Wire Trolls Target Richmond Avenue
Residents report boys stretching wire across Richmond avenue after dark causing passes to stumble. Police are watching for offenders and will enforce the full extent of the law when caught.
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Richmond Avenue
Spot Cash Grocery Candy Sale Beat Prices
See our great assortment of candies from 5 to 10c per pound cheaper than elsewhere. Over 56 varieties to select from. Spot Cash Grocery.
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Spot Cash Grocery
Christmas Bargains at The Fair for Candy Oranges and Nuts
The item advertises low prices for Xmas candies oranges and nuts at Greenwade's during The Fair. It targets shoppers seeking gifts for all ages and highlights cash discounts on seasonal treats.
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Greenwade’s
O'Rear Resigns from Court of Appeals in Kentucky
Judge Edward C. O'Rear resigns from the Kentucky Court of Appeals to return to private practice in Frankfort. Governor appoints R. H. Winn, former associate of O'Rear, to succeed him with strong Republican backing. Also notes available Sterling silver toilet cases at Robinson's, and local sales listings for pure bred Wyandott chickens and seeds at Vanarsdell's.
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Edward C. O’rear
Court of Appeals
O’rear
Frankfort
R. H. Winn
Robinson’s
For Sale Advertisements from Sterling Area
An assortment of items advertised for sale includes extra bronze turkeys from Robt. Marshall and Candies and fruit, with contact numbers 625 and 2. Robinson's jewelry store offers Sterling silver ware cut glass and plated silver. J. W. Jones the Jeweler promotes rings and monogram stationery at the Advocate Pub. Co. Inc.
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Robt
Marshall
Mr. Sterling
Robinson’s Jewelry Store
Advocate Pub. Co., Inc
Change of Firm Name In Mt Sterling
On January 1 the firm E. W. Stockton & Co. will rename to the Electric Dry Cleaning Co. The business is one of Mt Sterling’s oldest established concerns. Also featuring Vanarsdell’s nuts and fruits for cakes and candies and Robinson’s jewelry store with vanity boxes and shower sticks.
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E. W. Stockton & Co
Electric Dry Cleaning Co
Mt. Sterling
Robinson’s
Burley Tobacco Sale Promises Higher Farm Income
The Lexington sale of 10,000,000 pounds of the 1909 Burley crop is reported to net pool members about fifteen cents per pound. The news brings relief and expected cash to farmers in the region when funds are most needed.
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Lexington
Cattle and Hogs for Sale Reach 90 to 130 Lbs
30 head of cattle and hogs offered for sale weighing 90 to 130 pounds. For details call 611 23 21 to reach W H Wyatt.
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W.H. Wyatt
Fire Works at The Fair Prices
Local fair offers small fire crackers at 3 packs for 10 cents and small Roman candles at 2 for 1 cent. Vendors advertise affordable pyrotechnics for visitors.
Beautiful Windows at Chenault and Carcar Store
Chenault and Crcar have added two elegant display windows to their hardware store showcasing holiday suggestions. A store visit is advised to aid Xmas purchases. Windows installed by McCormick Lumber Co.
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Chenault & Crcar
McCormick Lumber Co
Executor's Sale at Mt. Sterling Ky Households
Executor R. G. Kern announces a public sale of Mary W. Chern estate at her Mt. Sterling residence on Wednesday December 20 1911 at 10 00 am. Sale includes household effects and related items. The notice also mentions watch dealer Robinsons clocks walnuts pecans almonds and toy and grocery shops in town.
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Mary W. Chern
Maysville Street
Mt. Sterling
Tobacco Barn Destroyed Near Sewells Shop
A large barn owned by Mrs. Bettie Knox near Sewells' Shop burned to the ground with farm implements and ten thousand pounds of tobacco lost. The fire’s origin is undetermined and much of the loss is reportedly insured. Also mention of gifts and fruit ads accompany the item.
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Bettie Knox
Sewells
New Paper The Advertiser Starts In This City
Mr. Clay Miller launches The Advertiser to serve the advertising public during holidays and add revenue for the publisher. The first issue offers short news paragraphs and editorials on public improvements, with a lively Arkansas Thomas Cat influence. Readers are urged to support Miller and local merchants.
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Clay Miller
the Advertiser
Arkansas
New Bridge for Rogers' Mill Crossing
At the Fiscal Court meeting a joint committee with Bath county was formed to arrange purchase of a bridge at Rogers Mill crossing. The dangerous site on the county line requires each county to pay its share, and officials urge immediate coordination to set a contract for the project. All groceries cheap for cash offers evaporated and dried fruits at Vanarsdell's.
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E. W. Sents
Messrs
Robt. E. Tipton
Robt
T. Judy
W. W. Quicksall
Bath County
Rogers Mill Crossing
Johnson Perry Wedding at Country Home
Miss Susette Johnson and Mr. B Frank Perry were married last Wednesday at the country home of A Sidney Johnson. Rev H D Clark officiated. The couple left on the 3 47 train for a brief bridal trip. The bride is a popular Mt Sterling social figure and Mr Perry is an Exchange Bank assistant cashier. The Advocate offers best wishes. Also the Grassy Lick Methodist church bazaar is set for December 22 at Roberts and Mastin's featuring new cut glass selections from Robinson the Jeweler.
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A. Sidney Johnson
Susette Johnson
Thomas Johnson
B. Frank Perry
H. D. Clark
Christian Church
Mt. Sterling
Perry
Exchange Bank
Beauty Parlor Ad Promises Marinello System Manicures
An old classified notice promotes a beauty parlor using the Marinello system with prepaid manicures offered this month. A segment notes Miss Young, aged 29 to 45, as part of the advertisement.
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Marinello
Miss Young
Temperance Lecture by Rev J B Harris in December 1911
Rev J B Harris returns from Sharpsburg to speak on temperance at the Methodist church on December 18 1911 at 7 pm Admission is free with a hat offering for the speaker Saloon opposition invited and saloonkeepers welcome The notice also promotes Spot Cash Grocery Co and candy pricing 10c per pound.
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J. B. Harris
Sharpsburg
Methodist Church
Harris
Sterling
Mrs Mary H Jordan Dies in Kansas City
Mrs Mary H Jordan formerly of this city died at her Kansas City home after weeks of illness. She lived in Kansas City ten years and was known for tender Christian acts. Widow of Shell Jordan she is survived by brothers Albert Hoffman and John W Hoffman. Funeral was held with service at the grave led by Rev H D Clark and interment at Machpelah.
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Mary H. Jordan
Kansas City
Mrs Thomas Dies After Two Week Pneumonia Illness
Mrs Maggie Brent Thomas wife of Senator Claude M Thomas died at her Bourbon County home Monday afternoon about 5 o clock after a two week illness with pneumonia She was daughter of Judge J H Brent and leaves many relatives and friends in the county who mourn her loss.
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Maggie Brent Thomas
Claude M. Thomas
Bourbon County
Thomas
J. H. Brent
Lavaliere Neckline Hint and John Robinsons Stock Ad
A reader is advised to inspect John Robinsons line at his Maysville and Court streets store where stock is complete. Greenwades offers shelled nuts for black cake as part of a local shopping note.
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John Robinson
Maysville
Court Streets
Greenwade’s
John E Madden Sold to Madden Bros
James R Magowan sold the sensational yearling trotter John E Madden to Madden Bros of Lexington. Magowan had rejected 2500 dollars for the horse earlier in the fall and while the sale price was not disclosed it was considered a good deal.
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James R. Magowan
John E. Madden
Madden Bros
Lexington
Thieves Busy Basements and Porch Chairs Stolen
Thieves have been active with many porch chairs taken. Police hold multiple suspects under surveillance. Greenwade's Xmas offers oranges at 20 30 40 and 50 cents per dozen.
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Greenwade
Also Mentioned on This Page
R. Hi. Winn
Lewis M. Sledd
Vanarsdell’s
E. Kelly & Co
J. W. Jones
Royal
Burley Tobacco
R. G. Kern
Robinson
S. E. Kelly & Co
Peres
Harris & Johnson
Karnak Brass
Rogers’ Mill Crossing
Johnson-Perry
Mr. B. Frank Perry
Grassy Lick Methodist Church
Roberts & Mastin
B. C. Horton
Spot Cash Grocery Co
Mt, Sterling
the Jeweler
M. Hl. Jordan
Albert Hoffman
Jome
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