January Cattle Market Reports Strong Prices Amid Cold
About 1 800 cattle at the market with mixed quality. Trade was good and prices firm as steers around 5 1 2 to 5 1 2 cents, yearlings 44 to 5 0 cents, fat heifers up to 4 60. Buyers from surrounding counties attended. several named sales and prices noted, with mules few in number and cold weather dampening trade. Start the year at Vanarsdell's for meats and groceries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Wheeler
Dave Fox
John Baker
Lem Tipton
Ed Dean
Clark
Carl Trimble
Ed Young
J. M. Rose
E. D. Bell
Paris
McDonald
Geo. Wireman
J. H. Patrick
Douglas Day
Fitzpatrick
Hughes and Murphy
A. S. Hunt
Odd Fellows Banquet at Masonic Temple Receives Address
Independent Order of Odd Fellows lodge held its annual banquet at the Masonic Temple last Wednesday. Hon. W. J. Hobbs of Lexington delivered the address. Missionary Society of the Methodist church provided luncheon. Toasts were given by Dr. W. R. Thompson W. H. Strossman Jr Prof. M. J. Goodwin and Rev. Kennard.
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Lodge of Independent Order of Odd Fellows
Masonic Temple
W. J. Hobbs
Lexington
the Missionary Society of the Methodist Church
W. R. Thompson
W. H. Strossman, Jr
M. J. Goodwin
Kennard
Washington's Birthday and Valentine Postal Cards Fair
A display of postal cards featuring Washington’s birthday and Valentine designs at The Fair showcases seasonal greetings and decorative collectible issues. Local attendees view varied motifs and commemorate the holiday with themed card selections.
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Washington
the Fair
Allen Prewitt Buys Rich Wilson Property on Clay Street
Mr. Allen Prewitt purchased the Rich Wilson residence on Clay Street through real estate agents Hadden and Son. The deal was private with figures not disclosed.
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Allen Prewitt
Hadden & Son
Rich Wilson
Clay Street
Mt Sterling Leads State Mutual Agency in December 1911
Mt Sterling via H G Hoffman of the State Mutual Life Assurance Co. tops the company general agencies in December 1911 with 299 percent of the month’s allotted business. R L Coleman, special agent, ranks fifth nationwide for 1911 and first in Kentucky.
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Mt. Sterling
Kentucky
H. G. Hoffman
State Mutual Life Assurance Co
Massachusetts
R. L. Coleman
United States
New York
Chicago
Cleveland
Blue Grass
Cut Price Sale at W. H. Berry and Company
W. H. Berry & Co announces a cut price sale on merchandise in its store. The event highlights discounted goods across departments with special offers for shoppers.
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W. H. Berry & Co
Emerald Chief Stock Farm Sells Two Pure Bred Horses
Mr Arrington Johnson of the Emerald Chief Stock Farm left Saturday for Los Angeles to deliver two valuable pure bred horses to Mr R C Gills who bought them at Emerald Chief Farm recently The pair includes Peter Rabbitt a three year old by Golden King out of a Bourbon Chief mare and a fine filly by Golden King dam by Red Cloud The horses were shipped by express Mr Gills tried to buy Young Bill the sensational harness stallion Johnson will be away in California about one month.
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Arrington Johnson
Emerald Chief Stock Farm
Los Angeles
Cal
R. C. Gills
Emerald Chief Farm
Peter Rabbitt
Golden King
Bourbon
Chief
Red Cloud
Express
Gills
Young Bill
Peculiar Accident Injures Local Resident
One night last week in slippery conditions, Forrest Lockridge slipped in his yard and his mouth struck a clothes line. The impact split his lip where two wires joined, requiring a doctor and several stitches. He is recovering and improving.
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Forrest Lockridge
Lockridge
Extreme Cold Wave Grips Region Amid Snow and Livestock Losses
A week of frigid conditions kept temperatures around zero with a Tuesday dawn reading 1 34 below in the Government thermometer. Snow reached eight inches on Thursday, aiding sleigh traffic while livestock suffered with numerous lambs and hundreds of pigs and fowls frozen. Market activity in tobacco was slow as buyers awaited milder weather and a new loose leaf warehouse delay.
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A. R. Robertson
Kirkpatrick & Clay
Greenwade's Meats Opens New Year Deals
Start the new year by shopping at Greenwade's for fresh cuts and special prices on beef pork and poultry. Visit the market for daily selections and in store specials to kickoff the season.
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Greenwade’s
Mrs Reid's Delsarte entertainment set for Jan 30 at Tabb's Opera House
Lexington leaders praise Mrs Reid's Delsarte show as among the best on a Lexington stage with enthusiasm in Winchester and Bowling Green reports. Sterling leads a program of drills by a large group of talented youths at Trimble's Hall with schedules starting 2:30 for children and 3:00 for girls 13 to 16 and 3:30 for older girls.
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Bowling Green
Wyatt resigns from Chenault and O'Rear's to join Mt. Sterling Bank
Frank Wyatt resigns his post at Chenault and O'Rear's to take effect after a successor is found. He will become the Mt. Sterling National Bank bookkeeper replacing George W. Anderson Jr. Wyatt is described as a splendid young business man fully capable of the job.
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Frank Wyatt
Chenault & O’rear’s
Wyatt
Mt. Sterling National Bank
George W. Anderson, Jr
Nose Frost Bite for Local Official on Cold Morning
Mr. R. G. Kern, traveling from his North Maysville street home to the office, suffered a nose frost bite Tuesday morning due to severe cold. The incident notes the harsh weather impact on residents.
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North Maysville Street
R. G. Kern
Circuit Court Convenes Under Dewey Death Rush
Circuit Court met Monday with Judge Benton of Winchester presiding after the death of Judge Young's son. The grand jury was appointed and adjourned to Wednesday as heavy snow and cold hinder witnesses. Foreman Capt. C. H. Petry led the grand jury, with members J. M. Adamson Ray Moss R. C. Lloyd Morton Ramey Jas Wilson C. C. Chenault Jas Elam Ed Clay Jas Davis John Peggs E. W. Heflin. Petit jury not yet formed by the Sheriff.
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J. M. Benton
Winchester
Young
Messrs
J. M. Adamson
Ray Moss
R. C. Lloyd
Morton Ramey
Jas. Wilson
C. C. Chenault
Jas. Elam
Ed Clay
Jas. Davis
John Peggs
E. W. Heflin
C. H. Petry
Montgom ery County Fair Association to elect officers
At the meeting of the Montgom ery County Fair Association it is rumored that C. G. Thompson will be elected President and W. C Hamilton Secretary. J. R. Magowan resigns as President and W. C Hamilton will again serve as Secretary. Vice Presidents named include R. D. Barnes W. R. Thompson J. S. Frazer J. G. Winn W. S. Lloyd J. O. Greene and KK. B. Young. The July fair runs five days from Tuesday July 16 with plans to be the largest yet. Country spare ribs at Vanarsdell's today.
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Montgomery County Fair Association
C. G. Thompson
W. C Hamilton
J. R. Magowan
Magowan
Thompson
W. C. Hamilton
Messrs
R. D. Barnes
W. R. Thompson
J.S. Frazer
J. G. Winn
Judge Youngs Son Dies After Brief Illness
William Young, five year old son of Judge Allie W. Young and his wife, died at home in Morehead Sunday night after pneumonia. Burial was held Tuesday morning. The child was bright for his age and friends extend deepest sympathy to the grieving parents.
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William
Allie W. Young
Morehead
For Sale Cheap Items Including Mahogany Piano and Furnishings
An item listing offers a mahogany piano in good condition, dining room furniture set, a refrigerator, carpets, chairs, and many other items for sale. Also note a lost buggy reported from Trimble's East Main street lot with a liberal reward for return to Joseph Hart.
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H. P. Reid
Trimble
East Main Street
Jesse R. Hainline Dies After Brief Illness at 49
Jesse R. Hainline a prominent saloonist of South Maysville street died in his room after a short rheumatism illness. He was 49 and lifelong resident. He is survived by his mother, brother M. R. Hainline, sister Mrs. J. P. Sullivan, and a son Jesse Hainline, all of this city.
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Jesse R. Hainline
Maysville Street
Hainline
M. R. Hainline
J. P. Sullivan
Jesse Hainline
Kentucky Breeders Eye Grand Circuit Expansion and Futurity Plan
The Kentucky Trotting Horse Breeders Association is expected to join the Grand Circuit with a meeting this year under its auspices. The Kentucky Futurity may move to three divisions with around 30000 dollars in aggregate, and a two-in-three plan for three-year-olds. Dates are October 8 to 19 with William Williams named secretary. New line of 10c enamel ware at The Fair.
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Kentucky Trotting Horse Breeders Association
William Williams
Beatty Named Advertising Manager at Lexington Herald
W. A. Beatty, former editor of the Winchester News, chosen as advertising manager of the Lexington Herald to succeed G. H. Pearsall. Beatty is a seasoned newspaper man and returns to the Herald, expected to be a valuable asset to the paper.
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W. A. Beatty
Winchester News
Lexington Herald
G. H. Pearsall
Beatty
The
Herald
Obituary: Miss Lucy Benton Found Dead at Home
Found dead Sunday morning at her home. The deceased had battled tuberculosis for years and was a prominent church worker. She was a cultured young woman, niece of Norval T. Benton formerly of this city, now in Winchester.
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Lucy Benton
Norval T. Benton
Winchester
Fire-setter man jailed after dog incident near barn
A young man named August Hadrick poured coal oil on a dog and set it afire. The dog fled to the tobacco barn of Kirkpatrick and Clay near the C. and O. railroad and was spotted quickly. He was arrested, tried, and fined twenty dollars plus costs.
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August Hadrick
Kirkpatrick & Clay
Governor McCreary approves West Virginia requisition for John Adams
West Virginia authorities sought John Adams of this county on a false pretenses charge. Adams won habeas corpus but pressed to block the requisition. Governor Willson did not act before leaving office. Governor McCreary heard the parties last Friday and honored the requisition. A warrant was issued, but Adams had not yet been arrested as of press time. Buckwheat flour and pure maple syrup at Vanarsdell's.
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West Virginia
John Adams
Adams
Willson
McCreary
Judge Russell Mann Dies at 72 in Paris
Judge Russell Mann aged 72 of Paris died last week at home after a year of declining health. A Confederate veteran and commander of the Paris veterans camp, he served in the Ninth Kentucky Cavalry under Morgan, and many engagements proved his bravery. He attended the John Morgan statue unveiling in Lexington, declining a carriage ride to walk with the boys.
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Judge Russell Mann
Paris
Judge Mann
John Morgan
Lexington
Ninth
Kentucky Cavalry
Morgan
W. C. P. Breckinridge
Lawrence Jones
Ed Taylor
Cheapest place in town for can dies nuts oranges and apples
Greenwade's advertises low cash prices for canned goods nuts oranges and apples. The notice emphasizes affordability for shoppers seeking budget produce and pantry staples.
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Greenwade’s
Friendship Tested by Poverty Strains in Life
Poverty tests friendships revealing the gap between nominal ties and real support as hardship exposes true loyalty and the limits of companionship.
Hog market note at Greenwade's sets pork cash at 124 cents
With an oversupply of hogs, Greenwade's quotes cash pork at 124 cents per pound as buyers seek relief. Local dealers monitor demand and pricing to optimize sales in a tight market.
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Greenwade’s
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Grand Jury
Judge Young
Joseph Hart
Grand Circuit
James B. McCreary
Clay
Howard Avenue
Harrison Avenue
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M. Bryan
Percy D. Bryan
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