Montgomery County Fair Dates Set for July 25 1911
The Montgomery County Fair Association board has fixed July 25 26 27 28 29 1911 for this year’s fair and plans a large premium list. They will offer big purses for trotters pacers saddle and harness stock. Secretary Hamilton says the fair will be the best county fair in the state. No trotting meeting at the local track was decided. Prospects are bright for a splendid event that could eclipse other Kentucky fairs.
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Montgomery County Fair Association
Hamilton
Montgomery County
Kentucky
Mt. Sterling
Will of George W Barry Overturned By Jury
McCormick sustained. E B Quisenberry named Executor after appeal from County Judge McCormick probate denial. Circuit Court jury rejected the will after hearing all evidence. Barry left wife 1500 dollars and a monument provision for the estate worth about 8000 dollars. Property to descend to wife and heirs at law. Contestants represented by Prewitt and Seniff of this city.
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E. B. Quisenberry
G. A. McCormick
George W Barry
Barry
Prewitt & Seniff
Supervisors Increase Valuation of Property
The Montgomery County Board of Supervisors adjourned after hearing over 150 people show cause for property assessment raises. The total increase exceeds $100,000 versus the assessor Cra vens report, with further state board raises anticipated. County Clerk Hazelrigg works on the books to complete this week showing an increase over last year.
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Montgomery County Board of Supervisors
Cravens
State
Hazelrigg
Influence of trusted men in Hoffman’s circle
A persuasive argument extols the weight of reputably conservative policy holders in Hoffmans group and The State Mutual of Massachusetts. It claims strong influence from established men guides honest behavior and policy imitation in life insurance matters.
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Hoffman
State Mutual of
Massachusetts
Tobacco Growers Split Over 1911 Montgomery County Cut Out
A Mt Sterling meeting drew a large crowd as tobacco growers debated a proposed 1911 crop cut out. Supporters urged ceasing tobacco to boost landowners tenants and merchants, while opponents pressed for continued growing. A countywide acreage tally was proposed but dismissed amid heated arguments and a looming adjournment.
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Montgomery County
English Anderson
J. S. Bogie
J. R. Hobbs
George McCormick
Court House
Kentucky
J. M. Pieratt
James
Bogie
Nick Hadden
Burley Union
G. L. Kirkpatrick
Hadden
Kirkpatrick
Death of Mrs Hattie Smith Jones
Mrs Hattie Smith Jones, wife of W Scott Jones, died after a lengthy illness at age 23. A Methodist church member with noted Christian character, she was the daughter of Dee Smith of this city. Burial took place in Machpelah cemetery. the family expressed deep sympathy.
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W. Scott Jones
Hattie Smith Jones
Methodist Church
Dee Smith
Machpelah Cemetery
Census shows Montgomery County gain amid six deaths
Fred Bassett cites census data indicating a 34 person population rise over ten years in Montgomery County and notes six fatalities reducing the net increase to 28. The observation appears in the Cynthiana Democrat.
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Fred Bassett
Montgomery County
Cynthiana
Owingsville Gains New Fire Engine Fleet Expansion
Owingsville adds a new fire engine and now operates two engines in total, enhancing readiness to fight fires and protect the town.
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Owingsville
Wanted Cottage Five or Six Rooms by April First
Help wanted notice seeking a cottage with five or six rooms by April 1. For particulars apply at this office.
New C&O Depot Rising at Preston in Bath County
The Chesapeake and Ohio Railroad company is constructing a handsome new depot at Preston, Bath County, signaling modernization of rail facilities in the region. The project aims to improve passenger and freight service with a modern main building and platform.
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The
Preston
Bath County
Amusements at Table Opera House feature two plays
The rural comedy Sis Perkins is praised for its wholesome humor and pathos with matinee and night shows on Saturday February 4 priced 10c to 50c. The Thief a dramatic piece starring Ferdinand La Gardes plays one night February 7 with intense acts and a twist ending, followed by Harry Woodruff in the Genius on February 13.
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Sis Perkins
Table Opera House
Lyceum Theatre
New York
Richard Voysin
Raymond la Gardes
Madame la Gardas
Ferdinand la Gardes
Madame Voysin
Madame la Gardes
Ferdinand
Wilkerson
Harry Woodruff
Best line of canned goods at Va narsdell's
A local shopper notes the selection at Va narsdell's, highlighting the best line of canned goods and value for pantry staples.
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Vanarsdell’s
Chiles Sells West High Street Residence to Mc Cormick
Mr R A Chiles sold his brick residence on West High Street to Ollie Mc Cormick for a private price. Possession will be given within a few months. Chiles will begin erecting a modern home on his recently purchased lots on Maysville Street in the Johnson Addition.
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R. A. Chiles
West High Street
Ollie McCormick
Chiles
Maysville Street
Johnson Addition
Sexton McCarty Sprains Back After Barn Loft Fall
While descending from a barn loft last Saturday, Machpelah Cemetery sexton T. H. McCarty fell and sprained his back. The injury, though painful, is not serious and he is expected to resume duties soon.
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T. H. McCarty
Machpelah Cemetery
McCarty
Greenwade's Tops in Meat and Grocery Deals
Greenwade's offers the best in meat and grocery lines with fresh selections and value prices. The local store markets quality cuts and everyday essentials to attract shoppers seeking dependable product and service.
Montgomery County Transfers Highlight Big Real Estate Deals
County Clerk Albert A. Hazelrige records show active deeds including Simpson McIntosh to William Woosley for 9 acres on Kiddville pike at 1015 dollars, Henry Watson and wife to Nick Hadden and Dr. J. T. Ricketts for a frame residence on Harrison Avenue, and additional transfers such as 33 acres to M B French for 6600, 150 acres near Jeffersonville for 2000, 75 perches on Lulbegrud Creek for 250, 184 acres in Howard’s Mill for 11750.78, and a brick residence on Queen Street for 1650. four marriage licenses issued with several county pairings.
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Albert A. Hazelrige
Simpson McIntosh
William Woosley
Kiddville Pike
Henry Watson
Nick Hadden
J. T. Ricketts
Harrison Avenue
Charles M. Brown
Frank Amburgey
Jeffersonville
Dillard
Edna Baker
John Crear
Lulbegrud Creek
Emma Graves
John R. Thomas
Howard's Mill
Elizabeth Gering
J. R. Miller
Queen Street
C. S. Locknane
Viola Langston
Riley Jones
Emma Couchman
Bath County
Vergil Karrick
Maude Fugate
Wash Ragland
Ethel Huffaker
Poolers Receive Money From 1909 Mont gomery Fund
The first distribution of funds from the Montgomery county pooled tobacco sale for 1909 was paid last week to local growers. County Chairman Asa Bean and Secretary Blount administered the payout totaling about $16,000, a relief for recipients and a boost for local business.
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Montgomery County
Asa Bean
Blount
Brother Kills Small Sister in North Middletown Accident
A sad accident occurred in North Middletown Saturday morning when Flournoy Hagan, 16, cleaning a shotgun, accidentally discharged it. The blast killed his sister Nellie, five, who was home with him while their mother was away across the street.
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North
Middletown
Flournoy
W. K. Hagan
Nellie
Reward Offered for Arrest of Jim West in Detention Case
Shelby County Judge Ralph Gilbert posts 200 dollar reward for the arrest of Jim West the man charged with unlawfully detaining a woman who escaped a mob. Gilbert criticizes Governor Willson for not issuing a reward.
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Ralph Gilbert
Shelby
Jim West
Gilbert
Gov. Willson
Greenwade Slaughterhouse Offered as Sanitary Leader
A claim is made that the Greenwade facility is the most sanitary slaughterhouse in the state section, inviting customers seeking the best to visit.
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Greenwade
If Democrats pick McCreary the Republicans will not pick ORear
Lexington Herald notes a conditional political forecast: if Democrats nominate McCreary, Republicans will not nominate ORear. It asserts Judge ORear is too shrewd to face a buzz-saw candidate in the governor race.
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Winchester News
McCrearys
O’rear
McCreary
O'Rear
Lexington Herald
Mrs Lizzie Clark Is Critically Ill At Home
Mrs Lizzie Clark aged 91 is critically ill at the home of Mr G P Sullivan eight miles west of the city. She is widow of Lawson Clark a pioneer tobacco farmer in the county. Many friends in this and Mason county regret her serious illness.
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Lizzie Clark
G. P. Sullivan
Lawson Clark
Mason County
Public sale of eight shares of bank stock Kentucky
Mary Tipps Clark announces a public sale at Mt. Sterling Court House door on Saturday February 11 at 12 o clock noon. Eight shares of the capital stock of the Exchange Bank of Kentucky will be offered to the highest bidder. Attorney E W Sexrr signed the notice.
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Court House
Mt. Sterling
Exchange Bank of Kentucky
Mary Tipps Clark
E. W. Sexrr
Evans Improving During Winter in Texas
Card from C. T. Evans reports he and his family are wintering in San Antonio Texas. He says his health is good and he is enjoying the Texas stay immensely.
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C. T. Evans
San Antonio
Texas
Circuit Court Session Quiet With Few Civil Trials
In the circuit court only a handful of civil cases have been tried this past week and the court may extend through the balance of the week. The grand jury is scheduled to reconvene on Friday.
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Circuit Court
How Can She Corset Coats and Tight Trousers
A fashion note from the Wexington Herald quotes Dame Fashion declaring corset coats and tight trousers for men this spring. It questions whether young women can still view men in the traditional way while dressed in these styles.
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Wexington Herald
Man Who Owns Broadway Delights Mt. Sterling Audience
About 150 residents from Mt. Sterling attended a performance titled The Man Who Owns Broadway at the Lexington Opera House last Monday night and all called it a rare treat.
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Mt. Sterling
Lexington Opera House
Residence Sell on Queen Street to Joe Miller
Mrs. E Geering sold her Queen street residence to Joe Miller. Possession set for February 20 and price listed as private.
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E. Geering
Queen Street
Joe Miller
Fruit sale at Var arsdell's attracts assorted produce
Local notice highlights bananas oranges grapes and Malaga grapes available at Var arsdell's. Shoppers are invited to browse a selection described as fresh and varied with emphasis on value offerings.
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Malaga
Vararsdell
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Hi. G. Hoffman
General Agt
Tobacco Meeting
Sells Fine Residence
Sextonturt
Greenwade’s
Sam and
Ida Turley
M. B. French
McCreary and O
Sells
H. R. Prewitt
B. Frank Perry
Bank of Kentucky
Sno, S. Frazer
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