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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1921
Page
4
The notice lists J W Hedden Sr and J W Hedden Jr in editorial and business roles with Mrs Mary Ayres named as Local News Editor. It details associate editor and business manager positions within the staff.
Authorized list of candidates includes H. B. Caywood for Senator H. R. Prewitt for Circuit Judge W. C. Hamilton for Commonwealth's Attorney T. M. Greene for Tax Commissioner R. M. Montjoy for Sheriff Ben H. Scott Warren W. Stoner for City Judge Ben R. Turner confirms local races and nominees.
Announcement notes Judge Henry R. Prewitt as a Democratic candidate for Circuit Judge in the 21st Judicial District covering Bath Montgomery Menefee and Rowan counties. He has served since Judge Young's death, was appointed, then elected to fill the term, and now seeks the long term while donating half his earnings to Judge Young’s widow. His district-wide prominence and public trust record are cited as backing his candidacy.
The nation marks Thrift Week in memory of Benjamin Franklin as a reminder to save. Authors urge Americans to curb lavish spending and prepare for adversity, arguing that daily small savings could secure a stronger future.
A optimistic exhortation on how advertising stabilizes business by restoring public confidence and increasing demand. It argues courage, confidence, and vision are needed, with sustained advertising keeping production and sales active.
The note asks subscribers to inspect paper labels and call the office to adjust labeling to advance the date by one year from its current stamp. It emphasizes ease for readers to update their subscriptions.
In a letter to voters of the Twenty-First Judicial District the candidate explains he ran twice to fill the late Judge William A. Young’s term, plans to seek the Democratic nomination again, and hopes Republicans refrain from opposition. He notes he donated half of the salary to the widow and children and worked without pay to serve the court. He urges party unity and promises impartial justice if reappointed.
Mrs. Mary H. Capps, 75, died yesterday at her daughter’s home on West Main street after a period of ill health. She is survived by three daughters Mrs. Will Thomas Mrs. Blanche Vice and Mrs. Samuel Moran and two sons Tom and Arnold Capps. Funeral services will be at 1:30 Friday afternoon at Mrs. Thomas’ residence with Rev Clyde Dardie officiating and burial in Machpelah Cemetery.
WANTED good second hand farm wagon. Phone 645. FOR RENT parlor, bedroom and bath sunny and modern. No restrictions. Can be seen at Table Theatre Tuesday.
An unusual gadget article describes a foot rest built from a strap hinge. One half of the hinge is fixed to the floor while the other rests on the accelerator and is activated by slight pressure on the free half.
Over two hundred reaping machines have been patented. The first model appeared in the eighteenth century but failed due to complexities. Rev. Patrick Bell is credited with originating the first practical machine of this class in 1826, used in 1827, laying the groundwork for modern designs.
The brief discusses advertising by merchants who believe in their goods and encourages patronage of up to date items. It notes safe, shop worn warnings and the value of trusting advertised merchandise in the paper.
A Mt. Sterling Advocate excerpt argues the end of political struggle is morality as the basis of all legislation. It asserts government should ensure crime does not pay and maximize liberty compatible with others, reflecting Emersonian thought.
Chinese leather novelties are spotlighted with Chap-Chap oo in China producing premium items. Leather from lizard, shark, dolphin, and snake skins is praised for strength and durability. snake skin serves for canes pipes purses and pocketbooks among other articles.
A reflection on human nature shows people fish not to eat but to provoke and trouble fish, suggesting a natural aversion to contentment in creatures and a penchant for mischief in the act of fishing.
A concise aphorism highlighting how sustained hustling turns labor into capital with compounding effect for persistent earners. The idea implies diligence leads to wealth as money earns income over time.
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