Wedding of Mary Van Sant Tabb and J Miller Hoffman
Mary Van Sant Tabb and J Miller Hoffman were married at noon at Mark Collis Christian Church parsonage with a bridal party prominent in the community. After a Phoenix Hotel dinner the couple left for a short wedding trip, celebrated by friends in Lexington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary van Sant Tabb
Ira Frank
J. Miller Hoffman
Alice Young
Hazel Grubbs
R. E
Hunt Priest
Mark Collis
The
Christian Church
Phoenix
Destiey
Tubb
Wko
Albert Hoffman
W R Cockrell Dies In Fayette County
W R Cockrell aged 58 prominent local businessman and father of Mrs Richard Storer Jr of Thomson Station died at his home in Fayette County after four months illness. Funeral services were held in Lexington and he was buried at Machpelah cemetery in this city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Cockrell
Richard Storer, Jr
Thomson Station
Fayette Cap
Cockrell
Lexington
Machpelah
J Scott Renick Dies in Havana Cuba
J Scott Renick, brother of Hon Abram Renick and a leading Clark county figure, died in Havana Cuba last week. He was the father of a son who married Laura Bruce Duty of this city and had many friends here grieved by the loss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Scott Renick
Abram Renick
Clark County
Havana
Cuba
Renick
Laura Bruce Duty
P. Bruce Duty
Dodge Runabout Sells To Local Tobacco Dealer
McKee and Robertson sold a Dodge Runabout last week to Mr. J M Venable a local tobacco dealer. The agency expects a carload shipment of additional cars soon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKee & Robertson
J. M. Venable
Rest Room Welcome by Country Woman's Club
The Country Woman's Club thanks Mt. Sterling and Montgomery County donors for establishing and maintaining the Ladies' Rest Room. They invite the public and their spouses to attend a house-warming reception this Saturday, with a social hour and light menu, urging business folk to come at noon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Sterling
Montgomery County
Country Woman’s Club
Country Club
Maysville Avenue
General Funston Dead at San Antonio 51
Maj. Gen. Frederick Funston commander of the Southern Department died in San Antonio Texas after collapsing in a hotel following dinner. Physicians cited acute indigestion as the cause. He had led troops on the Mexican border and gained fame for capturing Aguinaldo in the Philippines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frederick Funston
Southern Department
San Antonio
Tex
Funston
United States Army
Aguinaldo
Philippines
Death of Mrs. Kenny P. Wright in Washington
News comes that Mrs. Kenny P. Wright died in Washington D C after a prolonged illness. She was born and raised in the county and leaves husband Kenny P. Wright and siblings Walter Harry and William Wright.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kenny P. Wright
Washington, D. C
Wright
Jane Wright
Walter Wright
Harry Wright
William Wright
National Pay Up Week Opens Nationwide
The piece notes Monday as the start of National Pay-Up Week with merchants joining the movement under the slogan Pass Prosperity Around. It recalls last year’s participation and predicts many accounts will be paid, reducing long-standing open balances across numerous U.S. locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Old Papers Unearthed Reveal Historic Land Deed and Tax Marks
Mr J P Sullivan found ancient papers and Mr W W Wilson brought older documents including a 1827 deed for 87 acres still in the family now part of Wilson’s farm. Additional items include 1849 and 1833 tax receipts, a March 10 1846 muster notice, and meeting place notes for Capt S M Stevinson with spots at Gatewood White and McCarty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. P. Sullivan
W. W. Wilson
Sullivan
S. M. Stevinson
R. H. Gatewood
Col
Wm. F. White
Daniel McCarty
Sale of Fine Hogs by McKee Bros at Versailles Farm
McKee Bros. offer a sale of high bred hogs at their Versailles area farm. The firm, renowned nationwide for quality stock, invites farmers to attend the February 28 sale to purchase superior hogs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKee Bros
Versailles
Ships and horses to Geers in trotting circuit
Mr James R Magowan shipped two two year old colts by J Malcolm Forbes to Mr E F Geens the trotting veteran for races. Magowan refused 5000 for Jay Lee as a yearling. The other colt Anna Davidson is also highly regarded by her owner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James R. Magowan
E. F. Geens
J. Malcolm Forbes
Old Citizen John Holmes Dies at 78
John Holmes known as Uncle Johnnie died at James Thompson's home on the Kiddville pike Thursday. A longtime Christian church member, he was well known in the area. Funeral services led by Rev. Darsie were held and he was buried at Machpelah Saturday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Holmes
Johnnie
James Thompson
Kiddville Pike
The
Christian Church
Darsie
Machpelah
Byrd Moves From Winn Street to Harrison Avenue
W F Byrd moved his residence from Winn Street to Harrison Avenue in a quiet relocation noted by local records. No additional details on date or witnesses were provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Byrd
Winn Street
Harrison Avenue
Market Gains Lift Local Tobacco Sales Across Houses
Market reports from Robertson house Whitehall and Farmers house show improved sales Monday with 77,920 pounds at 17.81 dollars and 133,370 pounds at 17.61 dollars respectively, bringing total sales across the three houses to over 5 million pounds with Farmers promising a larger floor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robertson House
Whitehall
Farmers House
Largest dance in city to be held at Trimble's Hall
Wednesday night at Trimble's Hall will feature Handy's ten piece orchestra led by L. R. Judy E. Sharp and Howell Reese. The event expects visitors from all sections of the state and promises a highly enjoyable evening for the young people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Trimble’s Hall
Messrs
L. R. Judy
8. E. Sharp
Howell Reese
Handy
Spring Tailoring Opening With Expert Cutter In Attendance
The Walsh Company announces a spring opening of fine tailoring with an expert cutter on site. Customers who order now receive special attention and prompt delivery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Walsh Company
Fine five gaited mare sold to Winchester buyer
Clarence White sold a high quality five gaited mare last week to William Shropshire of Winchester. Ben F. Herriott trained and educated the mare calling her among the finest he ever handled. Shropshire plans to show her at fairs this summer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarence White
William Shropshire
Winchester
Ben F. Herriott
Shropshire
Mt Sterling Church Scholarship Fund Established
A Presbyterian church canvass of its congregation on Sunday secured one thousand dollars for a scholarship at the Louisville Theological Seminary. The fund creates the Mt. Sterling Church Scholarship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Theological Seminary
Louisville
Mt. Sterling
Overland Automobiles Arrive at Pinney-Griggs Co Garage
The Pinney-Griggs Co has received a carload of Overland automobiles and has placed some in their new garage on Maysville street. In a few days they will be ready for business in their new quarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pinney-Griggs Co
Overland
Maysville Street
Land fails to sell at court sale bid drops to 126
The Johnson lands offered for sale at the Court House door on Monday did not sell. Bids reached 126 dollars and were withdrawn, the property having been priced higher in private negotiations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Johnson
Court House
Delightful German Dance at Ringo's Hall
A German evening at Ringo's Hall Wednesday drew twenty six couples for a refined dance event. Mr. Robt H. Turner and Miss Arris led with grace as the crowd enjoyed a delightful program.
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Ringo’s Hall
Mr. Robt
H. Turner
Arris
Commercial Club Meeting Promises Kentucky Resources Talk
The Bi-State Mid land Trail Association meets at Elk's Home in Ashland on Washington's Birthday the 22nd. Judge H. Clay McKee will present for Mr. Sterling, discussing Kentucky's resources, tobacco markets, cattle trade, churches and schools, with Judge William A. Young speaking on The Trail Through the Mountains and highlighting regional prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midland Trail Association
Elk
Ashland
Washington
West Virginia
Indiana
Commonwealth
Sterling
Kentucky
H. Clay McKee
Judge McKee
Wm. A. Young
Minstrel Show Shines at Table Theatre
John W. Vogels Minstrel drew a splendid crowd Monday at the Table Theatre. The 8 R O sign hung early. Arthur Deming led with archaic melodies and original jokes, delivering a bright, quick performance that kept the house in uproar. Deming is praised as one of the citys best minstrel men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John W. Vogel
Table Theatre
Arthur Deming
Mr. Deming
Lost Velvet Hand Bag On Locust Street
Pocketbook with small leather pocket books and $5.53 lost on Locust Street. Reward offered for return to this office.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Locust Street
Wood Sells 75 Acre Henry County Farm for $97 Per Acre
Real estate agent W Hoffm Wood sold a 75 acre tract in Henry county to Chiles C Ellis of Eminence for 97 dollars per acre. The buyer was Mrs C B Hainline of the county, the sale occurred last week and the land was partially improved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Hoffman Wood
C. B. Hainline
Henry County
Chiles C. Ellis
Stoner Byrd Takes Over Stafford Grocery Store
Stoner Byrd has purchased the grocery store of C. J. Stafford and has taken possession. The transfer marks a new chapter for the business and local shoppers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stoner Byrd
C. J. Stafford
February Court Day Sales Show Strong Prices Despite Rain
A rainy February court day drew a large crowd to Kentucky cattle sales with about 1500 head on the market. Prices remained high with top 800 pound steers at 7.75 and yearlings near 8.14 cents per pound. Buyers from Central Kentucky plus Shelby and Bourbon counties participated, and mule trade stayed brisk for good stock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Shelby County
Hugh & Co
Mr. Bond
Frankfor
Jas. H. Arnett
Frank Clark
Henry Lemaster
J. T. Denton
Fayette County
Mr. Denton
Wm. Treadway
Jas. Wilson
Will McKenney
Stafford
Mr. Buckner
Bourbon County
Geo. Halsey
Clark & Wilson
Ben Allen
Allie Kerns
Carlisle
Mr. Kerns
Greenwade & Co
Caywood & McClintock
Paris
McClintock & Meyers
Millersburg
Vanarsdell Sells Log Cabin Syrups and Cakes
Vanarsdell offers Log Cabin syrups and cakes as a fine breakfast option. Order now for convenient delivery and a sweet start to the day.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vanarsdell
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DODGE
McDonald Brothers
McDonald Bros
MT. Sterling, KY
Schick
Sevrich
Geers
J. H. Brunner
Price
the Whitehall
Robertson’s
Best
Vanarsdell’s
the Advocate For Printing
Commercial Club
Wood Sells Farm
Keller
J. H. Keller
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