Heavy sleet causes widespread damage in Montgomery area
The heavy sleet last Wednesday and Thursday caused hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage across Montgomery and surrounding counties. Many trees were uprooted or broken, and orchards and shade trees suffered greatly. Telephone, telegraph and electric services were knocked out, leaving the city in darkness for days. Utilities crews, led by W. H. Blevins, restored power to downtown by Saturday. Officials hoped street lights would return by week’s end and services near normal soon.
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Montgomery
W. H. Blevins
Hatton
Telephone Company
Central Kentucky Fleet Said to Be Worst Disaster in Memory
The crew works to remove fallen limbs and repair damage after a severe storm strike. Patrons receive efforts to restore service as the incident is described as the most disastrous in living memory in the region.
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Kentucky
Bratton Farm Sold in Clark County Auction
Miss Lena Bratton sold her 283 acre Clark county farm near Wade's Mill to W C Gaines and Thomas Reeves for 250 dollars per acre. Possession at March first when Reeves will move to reside. The property is well watered fenced and highly cultivated.
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Lena Bratton
Wade’s Mill
Messrs
W. C. Gaines
Thomas Reeves
Clark County
Splendid 543 Acre Farm Offered in Five Tracts
Advertises the W. D. Thompson farm at Thomson Station. The 543 acre property will be sold in five tracts to the high bidder on Friday January 30 at 10 oclock. A bargain awaits.
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W. D. Thompson
Thomson Station
Auctioneer Cravens Heads to Pikeville for Mule Sale
Auctioneer Wm. Cravens travels to Pikeville to conduct a large mule sale on behalf of C. W. Wright. His services are highly sought after in this region.
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Wm. Cravens
Pikeville
C. W. Wright
Cravens
Big Cut Price Sale on Ladies' R.E. Punch Co
The notice announces a sale event by Ladies' R.E. Punch Co showcasing discounted merchandise. Details cover price reductions and location for customer access.
Aged Citizen R. R. Brown Passes Away at 86
R. R. Brown aged 86 died after eleven months of illness at his daughter Mrs. Sarah Drake’s home on Holt Avenue. Born in Shelby county he moved to the city in 1881 and later farmed before retirement. Survived by two daughters Mrs. Moore and Mrs. Drake and two sons Edward of Louisville and T. P. of Cincinnati. Funeral at Mrs. Drake’s home conducted by Rev. R. C. Goldsmith with burial in Machpelah Cemetery.
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Sarah Drake
Holt Avenue
R. R. Brown
Mr. Brown
Shelby County
The
Baptist Church
Drake
R. C. Goldsmith
Machpelah Cemetery
T. C. Moore
This County
Edward Brown
Louisville
T. P. Brown
Cincinnati
Brown
Barber shop moved to new Mt Sterling location
The barber shop of Rolph and Manley has relocated from under R. E. Punch and Co. to the building adjoining Mt. Sterling Drug Co.
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Rolph & Manley
R. E. Punch & Co
Mt. Sterling Drug Co
History Club Meeting on January 30 for loan chest work
The Woman's History Club holds an all day meeting to complete articles for a loan chest aiding the Community Nurse. Members are asked to contribute 25 cents and bring sewing tools and lunch. At 2 30 the Home Economics Department meets to discuss thrift and the high cost of living.
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Woman’s History Club
Overcoats Sale At R B Punch & Co
Fifty percent off appears in the notice for overcoats at R B Punch and Co with a 25 percent discount highlighted for patrons.
Sanitary Laundry Ad Encourages Sterile Washing
A Mt Sterling Laundry advertisement urges sanitary washing to prevent influenza spread. It contrasts city outbreaks with the protection of professionally laundered clothes, noting a small price difference versus disease risk and inviting readers to call for rates.
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Mt. Sterling
Army Training Bill for Youths Recommended
Senate Military Committee approved provisions for compulsory four month military training for youths aged 18 to 21 by a 9 to 5 vote. The Army Reorganization Bill received a favorable report and now moves forward.
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Senate Military Committee
Mt Sterling Laundry advertisement highlights valuable tips
The Mt Sterling Laundry ad on page seven section two draws attention to practical household guidance. It promises useful information for every housewife and urges readers to read the entire notice for essential laundry tips and efficiency.
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Mt. Sterling
Potted Bulbs Priced At 15 Cents In Home Sale
L. M. Redmond offers rooted and sprouted potted bulbs ready for instant growth in a living room. Tulips nar cissus hyacinths and more offered at 15 cents each or seven for $1.00.
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L. M. Redmond
Local sellers Bridges move into Kirkpatrick home near Judy
Mr and Mrs Marion W Bridges have taken possession of the residence bought from Charles W Kirkpatrick after selling their country place near Judy. Prices on suits are advertised as much lower than you think at the Walsh Co.
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Marion W. Bridges
Judy
Charles W. Kirkpatrick
The
Walsh Co
Public Sale Of R C Murphy Farm Stock
Public sale of stock crop and farming implements on Stockdale farm one mile from Judy next Saturday February 7. Conducted by R C Murphy and associates with purchasers offered items at auction in a rural setting.
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R. C. Murphy
Stockdale Farm
Judy
No Use Dwelling on Dizziness as the World Turns
A reflective line notes resilience amid change urging steady motion with the world. It frames a stoic stance that despite upheaval one keeps moving forward and remains centered.
Court Convenes Here Monday Under New Judge
The Montgomery County Circuit Court opened with Judge H. R. Prewitt presiding for the first time. He urged strict enforcement of prohibition and road laws, noted gambling and pistol carrying, and honored predecessor Judge William A. Young. Grand and petit juries were named. trials scheduled include the Evans murder case set for Wednesday, with a special judge to be appointed, Fitzpatrick postponed to May, and Trimble to be heard on the ninth day of the term.
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Montgomery County Circuit Court
H. R. Prewitt
Montgomery Court
Prewitt
William A. Young
C. E. Duff
Foreman
Walter Cline
Jake Lansdale
D. B. Skidmore
Lester W. Lee
Roy L. Morris
R. C. Baker
A. B. Ratliff
John Swope
W. S. Smathers
Henry Judy
E. W. Heflin
A. G. Prewitt
T. N. Coons
Andrew Webb
W. L. Payne
J. M. Hoffman
W. F. Horton
G. C. Anderson
Norman Horton
A. B. Oldham
John M. McDonald
Jackson Storer
L. G. Howard
J. Shirley Mason
R. R. Thompson
W. C. Cooper
M. K. Tapp
Thomas Kennedy
C. M. Brown
J. M. McCormick
Morton Ramey
J. C. Booth
Frank M. Lockridge
W. T. Hunt
Henry L. Greene
The
Commonwealth
John Evans
John Evans, Jr
Lizzie Evans
S. English Anderson
Fitzpatrick
Trimble
Dies in Owingsville J. R. Brother prominent Bath county citizen
J R Brother a widely known Bath county resident died at his Owingsville home from pneumonia at 7 yesterday morning. Survived by widow Mrs Alice Perry Brother, one son Ene, daughters Mrs Robert Catlett and Elizabeth Brother. Funeral Wednesday at 2:30 from Owingsville, burial in Owingsville Cemetery. Relatives from this city will attend.
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J. R. Brother
Bath County
Owingsville
Alice Perry
Ene
Robert Catlett
Elizabeth Brother
Virginia
Big Trade Emphasizes Home Slaughtered Stock Policy
Wilson Meat Market touts its business model of handling only home slaughtered stock in top condition and seeking a reasonable profit as the reason for a favorable trade stance.
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Wilsom
Jingle contest extended deadline noted by printer
Time limit for filing a contest jingle has been extended to Monday night February 2. Mr Hoffman aims to secure many entries and says the winner and all entrants will be printed in this paper next week.
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Hoffman
Fruits Apples Grapefruit and Oranges at Wilsons Market
Apples grapefruit and oranges featured at Wilsons Meat Market with emphasis on fine quality produce.
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Wilson’s
Black Brown and Gray in Ladies Shoes at Cut Prices
R. E. Punch and Co offers a sale on ladies footwear featuring black brown and gray styles at reduced prices. The advertisement highlights assorted sizes and fashionable options for womens wear.
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R. E. Punch & Co
Lumber contract for Beach and Sugar Tree logs
The Ohio Valley Pulley Works, Inc. of Maysville Kentucky seeks a lumber contract for 300000 to 500000 feet of Beach and Sugar Tree lumber for spring and summer cutting and delivery.
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Ohio Valley Pulley Works, Inc
Maysville, Ky
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Montgomery County
Bratton
R. R Brown
Bavaria
Harry P. Thomson
Duerson Drug Store
Court House
Robt. H. Winn
R. BE. Punch & Co
ARMY
R. E. Puneh & Co
Overcombs, R, Eb, Punch & Co
Wilson Meat Market
Mrs. Greene
Huyler
New York
Mullane
Land & Priest
C. A. Rynearson
Chicago
Illinois
Rynearson
Packard Co
Walter Hall
Ford
Ragan-Gay Motor CO
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