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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1920
Page
6
The House approved the Joney Emergency Tariff Bill by 196 to 85 after eight hours of debate. Supporters claim it protects about twenty farm products for ten months, while opponents say it raises living costs and favors a class interest. Representative Rainey led attacks from the minority with Republicans split in opposition.
A tribute to the steady subscriber who pays in advance each year and brings cheer to the office. The piece praises those who never balk at renewing, saying their funds support the paper and are warmly welcomed by staff and readers alike.
Santa Claus Headquarters at Van Arsdell's showcases fruits, oranges and nuts for the holiday season. Local shoppers visit the store seeking seasonal treats and gift selections.
Henry P. Reid, ill for two weeks at his Winchester pike home, was moved by ambulance to Lexington yesterday for treatment and possibly an operation at Good Samaritan Hospital. Mrs. Reid will stay several days. Vanarsdell's offers all kinds of nuts and fruits.
The sale of the Bigstaff addition led Mr. R. A. Chiles to start a fund in his mother’s name for a hospital. Initial $2,500 grew to $7,500 with 50 subscriptions. the property cost $7,100 and more gifts followed. Notable donors include Mr. Robert H. Stockton and the local Red Cross chapter. The project features a self-governing eight-member board and modern facilities across eight new bedrooms, a maternity room, steam heating, and upgraded operating rooms.
Amy Scott of color died on December 17 after a 40 year 9 month life as a devoted Christian. She served Hon. B. J. Peters Chief Justice of the Court of Appeals for 16 years and later Bean family for 24 years. Known for hospitality and piano skill, she was respected by both white and black communities.
Oakland SensiMe Six Touring Car 1919 model. Overhauled and just out of the paint shop. Priced at less than half. a light-weight car. First check for 600 dollars takes it. Ragan-Gay Motor Company phone 115.
A small red hornless cow that strayed from a house on December 20 is described as yielding about 4 gallons of milk daily. The notice asks to report to R. IT. Judy and mentions Mt. Sterling Commission & Storage Co as a seller of coal and cannel.
Burley Tobacco Growers Association proposes a plan to dispose of low grade leaf at the Lexington market starting January 3. The program, developed with bankers and warehousemen, creates the Burley Tobacco Marketing Company to store redried tobacco and issue negotiable receipts, with control in the hands of growers.
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