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Newspaper

Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Dec 21, 1920

Page

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Pangburn Post Elects Officers for 1921

The Pangburn Post of the American Legion elected M. Stanley Brown as commander Clarence L. William as vice commander Donald B. Quisenberry as adjutant Ratliff H. Lane as finance officer Ratliff P. Baird as chaplain Bert M. Trimble as historian Dr H Bush as service officer Car C Chenault Jr as athletic officer Sidney J Calk as sergeant at arms and named an executive trio of Brown Bush Henry Keller and Lockridge. The post voted to renew member dues and to place a wreath on the courthouse soldiers monument. Beginning January 1 1921 the post will be known as the Montgomery Post. Cranberries celery and oysters at Vanarsdell’s.

M. Stanley Brown Clarence L. William Donald B. Quisenberry Ratliff H. Lane Ratliff P. Baird Bert M. Trimble Dr. H. Bush Car C. Chenault, Jr Sidney J. Calk David H. Bush Oliver P. Henry Joseph H. Keller Harry W. Lockridge Pangbury American Legion Montgomery

Almanacs Delayed Due to Christmas Rush

The Hon Meat Co announces 1921 almanacs will be mailed next week after high Christmas demand. The booklet promises attractive pages with useful information and a limited set of local ads. They invite orders for crown and rolled roasts for company dinners.

Hon Meat Co

McCormick Lumber Expands Covered Lumber Storage

The McCormick Lumber Company adds to its covered space for rough lumber. When finished it will measure 655 lineal feet by 20 feet wide and 10 feet deep and will hold a full stock to supply builders with dry lumber at all times.

McCormick Lumber Company

Lost hound reward and apple sale notice

Lost Black and tan hound with bobbed tail. reward offered by J. B. Kerns of Mt. Sterling Ky. Also sale notice: 500 bushels of Black Twig Apples to be sold this week by I. Wilson.

Kerns Mt. Sterling Ky. Pa Wilson’s

Quarterly Meeting at Cam on 11 Sunday

The Advocate announces a quarterly meeting at Cam on the eleventh Sunday at 11 A.M. Dr. G B ay of Lexington will preach the sermon. The notice runs twice weekly.

Cam G. B.ay Lexington

Mt Sterling Teams Sweep Stanton Linchpin Victory

Mt. Sterling high school girls and boys posted decisive wins over Stanton Friday night. Girls edged to a 4 to 4 halftime tie before dominating the second half to win 8 to 4. Boys trounced Stanton 23 to 4 with strong defense and standout play from Stamper Benton Coons Davis and Back. The pair of wins extend an undefeated season run with a Clark County matchup upcoming.

Stanton Mt. Sterling Stamper Benton Coons Davis Jones Back Clark County

Card of Thanks for Mrs. Hannah Mallory

The Mallory family extends gratitude to friends and neighbors for support during Mrs. Hannah Mallorys illness and death. Sincere appreciation is expressed by Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Mallory and Mr. and Mrs. James Mallory for the kindness shown.

Hannah Mallory Lawrence W. Mallory James M. Mallory

Hedden Family Moves Into New West High Street Home

Mr and Mrs J W Hedden Jr and Miss Emily Hedden move into their completed West High Street home. The Kellers lease the Smathers bungalow on Main after the Hedden family vacates. Local ad suggests buying meats at Hon Meat Market for value and quality.

J. W. Hedden, Jr Emily Hedden West High Street Joseph H. Keller John Keller Smathers Main Hedden

Turkeys for the Christmas Market Buy Your Birds Now

Bring your turkeys to the Christmas Market and sell at top prices. E. T. Reis will purchase them. phone 645.

E. T. Reis

For Sale Pure White Holland Turkeys Toms and hens

Classified notice for sale of pure white Holland turkeys including males and females. Contact Mrs. Frank Boyd at box 16 619.1-2. Box 16. 10-61-e.0.i.

Frank Boyd

Meat Company Offers Lower Prices Trial Sale

The Hon Meat Co promotes a trial sale promising lower prices to customers who shop now. Officials advertise savings on select cuts and urge patrons to compare value against competitors.

Santa Claus Headquarters at Van Arsdell's

A Santa Claus themed shop at Van Arsdell's offers fruits oranges and nuts as holiday treats. The setup presents a seasonal center for gift shopping with seasonal selections and festive displays.

Santa Claus Vanarsdell’s

Untimely Demise of Hannah W Mallory

Hannah Williams Mallory 92 died at her son Lawrence Mallory's home in Howards Mill after declining health on December 15. She was born April 13, 1828 in Mason County Kentucky, married to Stewart Mallory, and leaves three sons William James and Lawrence plus a daughter who died earlier. Funeral held at Howard's Mill Baptist Church with burial in Machpelah Cemetery.

Hannah W. Mallory Lawrence W. Mallory Howard’s Mill Stewart Mallory Fleming County Mallory Hannah Heavenly Earth

Year's Subscription As a Xmas Gift

Give a friend a year's subscription to The Advocate for $2, available through January 1, 1922. A gift that will be appreciated 104 times in the year, ideal for someone away from home. Also note Silcoin Steak at Hon's, tender and juicy, 25 cents per pound.

the Advocate Hon’s

Exclusive Distributor for Miss Holliday's Candies Ad

An ad notes Miss Holliday's candies available through R C Lloyd's store. It also promotes country hams from Powls and dressed meats from the Hon Meat Company, presented as a local goods listing.

Miss Holliday’s R. C. Lloyd’s Powls Hon Meat Company R. C. Lloyd's

Court of Appeals Ends Session for This Year

The Court of Appeals adjourned until the first Monday in January. Judge John J. Carroll retires. Judge W. Rogers Clay will succeed him in January. Judge Rollin Hurt becomes chief. An injunction motion in Imperial Elkhorn Coal Co v Webb was overruled. Webb leased mineral rights and later sold land. court allowed store erection. A ten year penitentiary term for Peter Lewis of Whitley County for improper relations with a girl under sixteen was affirmed.

Court of Appeals John J. Carroll W. Rogers Clay Lexington Rollin Hurt Imperial Elkhorn Coal Company W. B. Webb Letcher Webb Oe Franklin Peter Lewis Whitley County

Green Garrett Named to Highway Officials Committee

H Green Garrett of Winchester was selected as one of five members on a legislative committee to urge continued Federal aid after current funds run out. The group may seek a $100,000,000 appropriation to cover the 1922 fiscal year and beyond, with Kentucky's share about $6,000,000. Best cannel and block coal offered by Mt. Sterling Commission & Storage Co.

H. Green Garrett Winchester American Association of State Highway Officials Garrett Kentucky Mt. Sterling Commission & Storage Co

Death of J. Haden Wyatt Veteran of Spanish War

J Haden Wyatt died several weeks ago at Battle Mountains Sanitarium Missouri. He was about sixty, born and raised here, remembered by many friends. A Spanish War veteran, he contracted a disease in that conflict that left him invalid. The body rests with military honors in the National Military cemetery Leavenworth Kas.

J. Haden Wyatt Battle Mountains Sanitarium Missouri Mr. Wyatt National Military Cemetery Leavenworth Kas

Twig Apples and Wagons Auctioned This Week

Twig apples must be sold this week. Wilson's and 21-21 Boys' Wagons, good ones, are offered at Prewitt and Howell's.

Prewitt & Howell’s

James H. Jones Dies in Louisville

James H. Jones formerly of this city died Friday morning in Louisville from a hemorrhage after a tonsil and adenoid operation. Surviving are his wife and infant son, his mother Mrs. Mary Dee Jones of Richmond, a sister in Richmond, and a brother in Huntington West Virginia. Funeral services were held in Louisville and the remains sent to Richmond for burial.

Jim Jones Louisville Mr. Jones Henry L. Jones Mary D. Jones Mary Dee Jones Richmond Margaret Arnold John Jones Huntington W. Va

Christmas Dinner Provisions Sold by Richardson Bros. & Cornwell

Richardson Bros. & Cornwell offer a full Christmas dinner supply with cornfed beef, tender lamb, veal, pork, turkeys, geese, ducks, guineas, chickens, plus confections, fruits, figs, raisins, and dates. Fresh candies and best makes advertised.

Reduced Prices on Wall Paper and Paints on Main Street

M R Hain Line on Main Street across from the post office offers entire stock of wall paper paints window shades window glass and all items at greatly reduced prices. Call to examine stock and save.

M. R. Hainline Main Street Post Office

Mount Sterling National Bank to Hold Annual Stockholders Meeting

Notice states the Mount Sterling National Bank will hold its regular annual meeting of stockholders at the banking office in Mount Sterling Kentucky on Tuesday January 11 1921 at 10 oclock A M W L Killpatrick cashier urges attendance in official notice.

Mount Sterling National Bank Mount Sterling W. L. Killpatrick

Warning to secure 1921 automobile licenses now

Police chief J C Tipton orders immediate license procurement for 1921 motor vehicles. Some licenses are already at the County Clerk's office and officials will accept the "No License Applied For" signs.

J. C. Tipton

Furnished upstairs apartment for rent to family

For rent to a family without children a furnished upstairs apartment available until March 1. Three rooms with bath, hot and cold water, and all conveniences. Close to business section. Phone 428.

Aid Planned for Frenchburg Road Project

Montgomery county eyes federal aid for Mt Sterling to Frenchburg and West Liberty routes linking Mayo Trail at Paintsville. County to lend 25 percent of project cost to Menifee line, reimbursed after completion, pending Court of Appeals Hopkins county decision. The Advocate urges prompt action to improve regional trade and road access.

R. G. Kerns Green Garrett State Highway Commission Washington Mt. Sterling Frenchburg West Liberty Paintsville Garret Montgomery County Federa Court of Appeals Hopkins County Menefee County Advocate State Highway Department Clark County

Oranges Bananas and Apples for Christmas at Vanarsdell

Christmas fruit sale at Vanarsdell’s features oranges bananas and apples for shoppers seeking seasonal produce. Local customers are expected to visit the store to purchase gift fruit baskets and fresh fruit for holiday celebrations.

Vanarsdell’s

Stores Open Late for Christmas Shopping in City

Beginning Monday night almost all city stores will stay open at night through Christmas to allow shoppers who cannot visit during the day to shop after supper. The stores offer a wide array of Christmas goods, with favorable prices and well stocke d inventories.

Fruits at correct prices offered by McGuire Bros

Frutis of all kinds including oranges bananas grapes figs dates raisins offered by McGuire Bros at correct prices. (Note: OCR fragment lacked full context but conveys a fruit sale notice)

McGuire Bros

Hunt Place Sold At Public Auction On Winn Street

The S. P. Hunt residence and six acres on Winn Street sold at the court house door to W. C. Bach for 7723 dollars. Possession will be given January 1.

S. P. Hunt Winn Street Court House W. C. Bach Prics

Richmond burial gathers Judy Jones and relatives

Mrs. A. H. Judy Lewis Judy Dr. J. F. Jones J. R. Magowan and George Eastin attended the burial of James H. Jones in Richmond yesterday. Henry L. Jones of Fulton joined Mrs. Jones for a holiday visit with Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Jones.

A. H. Judy Lewis Judy J. F. Jones J. R. Magowan George Eastin Richmond James H. Jones Henry L. Jones Fulton Jones J. W. Jones

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Pangburn American Legion Club Teing Prewitt Howell's Hon Haden Wyatt Land & Priest Druggists Richardson Bros. & Cornwell Hunt Place Men — Hombs & Heibel
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