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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1913
Page
7
A blast against garment sweatshops in New York notes tens of thousands leaving benches for better conditions. It condemns home work as dehumanizing and unsafe, cites 75 percent of finishing work done at home, and urges government regulation beyond contractor disputes. The piece references Roosevelt and declares the era of false justice waning.
Of the 53 trotters on the 2:10 list in 1912, 32 trace direct male lines to George Wilkes. Twenty eight are inbred to him, ten descend from Electioneer, and six are inbred to him. Sixteen of the fast ones descend from the Wilkes Electioneer cross, with all but four representing the Hamilton Hum bletonian family.
An advertisement claims immediate relief for any pain or ache and promises a full refund if relief is not achieved in fifteen minutes. Testimonials from Lexington and Paris Kentucky praise the liniment for various ailments and paralyzed patients. The product costs 50 cents and is sold by Bourbon Remedy Co. in Lexington.
A health article extols walking as a health restoring pleasure. It urges regular brisk walking with arms swinging and deep breaths, noting benefits such as improved oxygen in the blood and skin glow. Early morning walks are favored for pure air and mental calm.
The debate over annual pay for doctors in Britain draws global attention as physicians argue six shillings is too low. The British Medical Association leads with firm resolutions condemning the government plan, with about 120,000 practitioners in the United States and Canada likely in agreement.
They discuss heartbreak as they stroll. She claims it must be terrible for a man to be rejected by a woman and he agrees. She then says she could never have the heart to do it, and they fall into a thoughtful silence.
A young doctor asks if they can operate now while the old surgeon reframes the issue by asking whether the patient can afford the procedure. The exchange focuses on patient welfare versus resource or cost considerations.
A humorous exchange notes how short arms are not a flaw, as the speaker can reach vigorously for a dinner check, preventing others from beating them to it. The quip turns a supposed disadvantage into quick action and witty self awareness.
A prominent major league baseball player is pursuing legal studies while facing possible bench time, signaling readiness for a post baseball career. The player’s name and team are not provided in the fragment, but the trend reflects athletes preparing for life after sports.
A dialogue fragment shows a receiving teller questioning a man identified as Jones about a $10 deposit and a potential car sale. The exchange hints at unusual activity and familiarity between the teller and the subject.
Dialogue fragment shows a classroom exchange where a teacher asks what comes after Thanksgiving, and Tommie blames the doctor. The snippet implies a humorous or moral twist in a school setting.
Belle notes how she rolls her R s and Beulah comments on her expressive eyes. The exchange hints at heightened language play and perception between the two speakers.
Dr. J. J. Tigert officially accepted the position of Director of Athletics at State University, succeeding E. R. Sweetland who resigned. Tigert, currently chair of philosophy, will continue teaching in philosophy while taking on athletic duties after ensuring Sweetland would not be retained.
A reader asks someone to call and finalize a settlement for an account in the name of S P Greenwade. The note requests contact to resolve outstanding balances and settlement terms.
Private sale offered for a residence on North Maysville Street by Henry R. Prewitt. Listing notes the property is for sale without an agent.
A verse laments rising prices across everyday goods and services. It mocks high costs from hats to lobsters and autos, notes expensive tires and shoe shines, then offers a playful remedy to beat inflation by being economical.
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