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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jan 04, 1911
Page
7
Ten years ago Danville had 4285 residents and Richmond 4653. Danville rose to 5240 while Richmond trails by 100. Winchester records the largest rise from 5964 to 7156 among smaller towns, and the Burley Tobacco Society ends up intact after rumored moves.
An Albany case describes a woman near age decline who found strength and energy restored by VINOL, claiming to feel ten years younger. The advertisement urges seniors to try VINOL with a money back guarantee if no benefit is shown.
A Tennessee preacher reportedly shot and killed a would be disturber during worship. The incident raises questions about his use of a concealed weapon and the scriptural justification claimed by the preacher.
The Kentucky Good Roads Association met in Louisville, with Harry A Sommers of Elizabethtown leading as the convention organizer. Charles H Hoyt from the U S Department of Good Roads spoke on federal plans, and George T Wyatt of Logan County was chosen chairman of the Congress while J W Beckmann of Louisville became secretary.
By a City Council resolution, until further notice all persons wishing to tap the newly completed sanitary sewer must first obtain a written permit from the undersigned, under whose supervision all taps will be made. W. A. Samuels, Mayor. A-3t
Government officials warn thousands of dollars are lost annually to coin abuse. A Chicago firm fell victim to a clever advertising gimmick producing a metal dime sized ad with Liberty’s head, deceiving observers at first glance.
The article notes widespread coin fraud and the seizure of nearly two hundred thousand coins. It cites misuse by jewelers altering coins for pins and ornaments, with a prohibition on changing a coin’s appearance. Also mentions confiscation of Panama halfpenny sets and a fully mutilated coin rule citing the Mexican fillig reed dime as example.
Schedule lists county court days in Bath Owingsville Bourbon Paris Clark Winchester Fayette Lexington Fleming Flemingsburg Harrison Cynthiana Madison Richmond Montgomery Mt Sterling Nicholas Carlisle with dates mainly on Mondays. Counties include Bath Bourbon Clark Fayette Fleming Harrison Madison Montgomery Nicholas and Carlisle.
For sale quickly a ten horse power gas engine. Bargain if sold at once. Call at ADVOCATE OFFICE.
The Lexington Herald condemns a congressional push to raise the army to at least 450000 men. It argues the cost would burden taxpayers, wastes enlisted labor, and calls militarism a Roosevelt-era evil. It notes Europe strains under large forces, the navy being adequate, and no imminent war threats.
McKee Sons advertise real estate sales and rentals plus lending and insurance bonds. A. W. Kirby buys M. M. Philipps transfer business and offers baggage delivery and moving services with day and night phone numbers.
For sale includes hornless double standard polled Durham bulls and Shropshire bucks from an imported prize winning sire. Also pure bred Poland China boars and gilts. Contact Thomas J. Bigstaff 13 tf Mt Sterling Ky.
In a July 1818 letter to his brother Tom, John Keats recalls nearing Ayr and viewing Burns country with wonder. He notes the Doon bridge and Burns cottage, the Brigs of Ayr, and Annan Isle mountains, praising the lush green landscape and heaths on a summer evening.
A seaside hotel man warns that separate vacations for husbands and wives are rising to popularity as a supposed cure for stagnation. He notes such trips often lead to separation and gossip, with onlookers asking if the couples are actually married to each other.
The piece notes Indian surnames with meanings like Tilak and Moti and describes a belief that giving children harsh names such as Bhikari or Bhangi can ward off evil spirits. It cites a high caste family that reportedly named their fourth child Bhangi after multiple infant deaths, claiming the name saved him.
The Saturday Review cites aged epitaphs from 1696 Henry Watson of Kyloe declaring him a fool who never wore his own clothes. Isabell Elliner is labeled an old lame woman and Mrs. Longworth lauded as an old virgin belied by time. Lawyer Wright’s burial note adds “Woe unto you, ye lawyers.”
A clerk warns a man that the waterborne buoy remains a dark object of memory. The man plans to leave tomorrow to escape any reminder of his time at the office. His son asks what can remind him, and the clerk points to the buoy as a haunting symbol.
A discussion on smoking among New York women notes rising acceptance in select venues. Cafe Boulevard and Cafe Madrid permit or hint at women smoking. Ritz-Carlton publicizes a tolerant policy. Martha Washington restricts smoking to a private male lounge. Experts say smoking remains rare among respectable women, but a small, impulsive subset grows bolder in public. Train junction notices follow.
A detailed list of assets offered for sale includes corn in various quantities, fodder, hay, oats, two work mules, a mare in foal, a driving team, sheep, hogs of multiple ages, a sow and pigs, a bugy and harness, wagon and plow gear, and other farm equipment. Buyers can feed on the premises under privilege.
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