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Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Dec 28, 1922

Page

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James N. Anderson Passes To Final Rest

James N. Anderson died after a lingering illness at his sister Mrs. John W. Lockridge’s home in the county on Christmas morning. He was 57 and remembered for kindness. Surviving relatives include his father George W. Anderson, two half-sisters, two half-brothers, a step-mother, and Mrs. Lockridge. Funeral held Tuesday at 2 pm at Mrs. Lockridge’s home, Dr. C. B. Clark officiating, burial Machpelah cemetery. Also listed: for sale building lot, phone 494.

James N. Anderson John W. Lockridge Mr. Anderson George W. Anderson William Moore W. H. Knox George W. Anderson, Jr Grover C. Anderson Lockridge

Unusual Nuptials Unite Miss Lelia Hon And Lewis Blackwell

Miss Lelia Hon and Lewis Blackwell wed at Rev. T C Beton’s Lexington home on Thursday afternoon. The bride, daughter of Mr and Mrs James W Hon of the city, wore a dark blue suit and matching hat. Witnesses were Della Ward May, Efrkin Mughes of Winchester, and Homer Hon. The groom, son of Mr and Mrs M A Blackwell of Clark County, is a prosperous farmer. After a short bridal tour they will live near Winchester. Five percent money to loan on long time. Henry Watson, Attorney.

Lelia Hon Lewis Blackwell Clark County T. C. Béton Lexington Della Ward May Efrkin Mughes Winchester Homer Hon the Croom M. A. Blackwell

Prize contest rewards Pa cific Mutual Life cashier

In September and October Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Company of California ran a prize contest for reinstatement business. Miss Flo Shirley has been named a prize winner and receives a black seal grain suitcase. She is a highly regarded cashier among the company's many policyholders and offices nationwide.

Pacific Mutual Life Insurance Company California United States Flo Shirley Shirley Plessure

Christmas Season Appreciation From Parsonage Residents

The occupants of the Methodist parsonage express gratitude for the press privilege and extend thanks for wishes words and gifts received during the Christmas season signed J. W. Crates.

J. W. Crates

Christmas Trade Sets Record In Mt Sterling Merchants

Mt Sterling merchants report the largest Christmas patronage in years with Saturday described as a record day. Local shopkeepers, some long in business, say 1923 may prove one of the best years since before the war as tobacco and farm products hold strong prices, signaling prosperity for Montgomery county.

Mt. Sterling Montgomery County

Lost tortoise shell glasses with gold frame

Pair of tortoise shell and gold frame glasses found. Owner may claim by paying for this ad and a reasonable reward. Apply at this office.

A. B. Oldham & Son Store Adds Second Floor Sales Rooms

A. B. Oldham & Son unveil a redesigned second floor with women s ready to wear and floor coverings. They plan 1923 improvements including a basement makeover, a ten cent department, and possible future additions such as a four story building with elevator, potentially housing furniture, millinery, and more.

A. B. Oldham & Son Maysville Street Q Oldham

Double Wedding at Howard's Mill Christmas Night

Hubert Shrout and Bethel Clark wed at Rev. William Triplett's home in Howard's Mill with Ewell Wright and Roxie Myers joining in marriage. Both couples hail from Salt Lick in Bath County. The notice also advertises hay and corn prices from Monarch Milling Company.

Hubert Shrout Bethel Clark William Triplett Howard's Mill Ewell Wright Roxie Myers Salt Lick Bath County

January Court Bids Mules Marketed by George Maze

Indiana buyer George Maze plans to market several carloads of mules on January court day. The story notes his purchases and intent to sell at auction or market, reflecting regional trade in livestock.

George Maze Indiana

Major J. M. Brother Dies In Owingsville City

Major J. M. Brother aged 86 died at his daughter Mrs Pinney’s Holt Avenue home yesterday morning after a long invalid period. A former Confederate soldier in General John Hunt Morgan’s command he was a Bath county native longtime Owingsville resident and civic figure. He leaves two sons Eugene Brother of Owingsville and Charles Brother of Hazard. burial is in Owingsville. He was a Christian at peace with his life and service.

J. M. Brother Pinney Holt Avenue Brother John Hunt Morgan Bath County Owingsville

Ben Johnston Marries Blanche Miller in Flint Wedding

At the home of Mr and Mrs Harry E Johnston Ben Johnston and Miss Blanche Miller both of Flint Michigan were married last Saturday afternoon Rev Olaf Hamilton performed the ceremony The couple will live in Flint where Johnston has a position with the Chevrolet Motor Company Also a for sale notice for a Hupmobile appears with Harold C Greene as contact.

Harry E. Johnston Ben Johnston Blanche Miller Flint Mich Olaf Hamilton Young Johnston Johnston Chevrolet Motor Company

Montgomery Post to Stage Home Talent Minstrel

Montgomery Post No. 22 of the American Legion will present a home talent minstrel on January 15. A J Owens returns to lead the show with plans for improved scentry costumes and electrical effects to be used in Mt. Sterling. FOR RENT Modern cottage on Clay street. Phone 632.

Montgomery Post American Legion A. J. Owens Legion Mt. Sterling Clay Street

Miss Simrall Weds New England Man

Dr and Mrs William Thomas Simrall announce the marriage of their daughter Sarah Anderson to Mr Russell Charles Lane on December 21 1922 in Ellicott City Maryland. The ceremony will occur at the bride’s sister Mrs W R Dye’s home with two immediate families present. After January 15 the couple will reside in Takoma Park Washington. Lost collection book on Hin kston or Maysville pike call 876 or return to Kentucky Central Insurance office for reward.

Russell Charles Lane Ellicott City Maryland W. R. Dye Baltimore W. T. Simrall Washington Lane New England Mrs. Lane Takoma Park Hinkston Maysville Pike Kentucky Central Insurance Office

Refrigerating Plant to be Installed in Local Stores

The Jersey Milk Company contracted a Cincinnati firm to install an electric refrigerating plant on March 15. It is practical, freezes without ice, and holds a set temperature automatically. This and another plant for William Hon in the Baumont Hotel building are the first in the area.

Jersey Milk Company Cincinnati William Hon Baumont

Open for business on Bank Street offers refinishing and upholstering

M. R. Hainline announces readiness to take furniture refinishing and upholstery orders at a new Bank Street location. The note urges customers to act now before the busy season to save money.

Bank Street M. R. Hainline

Nunnelley Heads to St Augustine as Hotel Manager

Mrs. Mattie R. Nunnelley, formerly of this city, will spend the winter in St Augustine Florida where she has accepted a position as manager of the Spear Mansion Hotel.

Mattie R. Nunnelley St. Augustine, Fla Spear Mansion Hotel

Daugherty Dies at Ashland Express Agent at 55

W T Daugherty express agent at Ashland and son of W H Daugherty of Owingsville died this morning at age 55 from heart trouble. Funeral Saturday at 10 at the Owingsville grave with Rev Paul Powell. Survived by wife five children and three sisters Mrs Claude Paxton Ashland Miss May Daugherty Owingsville and Mrs W L Killpatrick of this city. Also notice of walnut dining room suite for sale after five months use appears.

W. T. Daugherty Ashland W. H. Daugherty Owingsville Paul Powell Claude Paxton May Daugherty W. L

Doctor Prewitt Stricken With Appendicitis In Lexington

Dr. James W. Prewitt prominent osteopathic physician fell ill last Friday and was rushed to a Lexington hospital where he underwent immediate surgery. His friends report he handled the operation well and is greatly improved. For sale fat hogs about 200 pounds Haydon Reynolds route 6.

James W. Prewitt Lexington Haydon Reynolds Route 6

Strossman Accepts Post With Henry Clay Fire Insurance

William H. Strossman has accepted a position with Henry Clay Fire Insurance Company. The firm is based in Louisville and he will relocate with his family to live there at the start of the yearly term.

William H. Strossman Henry Clay Fire Insurance Company Louisville

Bowling Alley Draws Crowd at Trimble Building

Hod Eller operates the Trimble building bowling alley where many fans enjoy a healthful, interesting sport as good play draws crowds.

Trimble Hod Eller

James Sledd Dies in Robertson County at 66

James Sledd of Robertson County and former resident of this county died at his home last Thursday from pneumonia. He was 66 years old and survived by his brother William Sledd of this city.

James Sledd Robertson County William Sledd

Warmest Christmas Weather on Record

The Christmas day broke records with unseasonably warm temperatures. Residents relaxed on porches in mild weather, marking a historic winter climate note.

Sherburne and Middleton residents admitted to Mary Chiles Hospital

W. T. Young of Sherburne admitted Tuesday and Mrs. Stearns of North Middleton along with John Green Wade admitted Wednesday.

Mary Chiles Hospital W. T. Young Sherburne Mrs. Stearns North Middleton John Greenwade

A GOOD ORDER FOR 5000 PLANTS FROM ONARGA ILLINOIS

A. J. Humphrey receives an order from Onarga Illinois for 5000 plants of a single plant variety.

A. J. Humphrey Onarga, Ill

Restful World Without Limelight Reveals Old Cars

A reflective line suggests glamour fades when spotlight fades, and that even aging vehicles appear brisk beside a modern or dramatic world. The piece muses on perception and time, contrasting simplicity with fame.

Claude Paxton Dies At Ashland At 70

Claude Paxton aged 70 died December 23 at his Ashland home after a long illness. Born in Oxford Scott County in 1852 he married Addie Daugherty of Owingsville in 1882. He worked for the C and O railroad for years then in lumber with N H Trimble before returning to the C and O in Ashland. Funeral services were held at his home by Dr Paul Powell and burial followed in Owingsville with Revs J M Fugate and C L Bolton officiating. He is survived by his wife and son C B Paxton route agent for the American Express in Ashland.

Claude Paxton Ashhland Mr. Paxton Oxford Scott County Addie Daugherty Owingsville C. & O. Railroad N. H. Trimble Ashland Methodist Church Paul Powell J. M. Fugate C. L. Bolton Maysville

Monarch Milling Co Offers Cotton Seed Meal and Feeds

Monarch Milling Co has just received a car of Cotton Seed Meal and a car of Sugarine Dairy Feed and Sugarine Horse and Mule Feed. They invite orders and claim prices are right with quality considered.

Monarch Milling Co

Skating Rink Opens Monday in Trimble Building

The roller skating rink in the Trimble building on East Main Street opens Monday night January 1. W. T. Turpin of Richmond will conduct the rink and promises best possible service for the public with good music and quality skates on a quality floor.

Trimble Building East Main Street W. T. Turpin Richmond

Committee to Elect Executive Red Cross Board

Montgomery County Chapter of the American Red Cross calls all members to meet in the Rest Room at 3 o clock next Monday afternoon January 1 to elect the executive committee for 1922. Lewis Killpatrick, chairman.

Montgomery County American Red Cross

Marry Here at Bath County Baptist Parsonage

On Wednesday Mrs Lucy Goodpaster and Woodson Powers both of Bath County were married at the Baptist parsonage with Rev Olus Hamilton officiating.

Lucy Goodpaster Woodson Powers Bath County Baptist Olus Hamilton

Wanted two carloads of good quality feeders

Two carloads of good quality feeders are requested by Chas Keller of Mechanicsburg Ohio for sale. State price and contact details provided.

Chas. Keller Mechanicsburg Ohio

Also Mentioned on This Page

James N. Anderson Hon—Blackwell Henry Watson Floshirley Monarch Milling Company Harold C. Greene American Legion Minstrel Miss Simrall William Thomas Simrall Their Daughter Sarah Anderson ST. Augustine DR. Prewitt III James Sleddd Gatewood & Homes Nettletons
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