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Newspaper

Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Jul 04, 1916

Page

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Chautauquadelight: Redpath Opens Week of Films and Lectures

Chautauqua opened in the city Monday afternoon for a week's program at the High School. The Killar Girls impressed with merit and Miss Dunning led a lively Children's Hour. Kil larney Girls returned for an entertaining evening. William Rainey Bennett spoke on The Man who Can, delivering a forceful, sincere lecture. Large crowds expected for each event.

Redpath Chautaqua Killar Dunning Killarney William Rainey Bennett

Peanut Butter Jar Compared to Eggs at Greenwade

A small jar of peanut butter is valued as twelve eggs in food value. Fresh made at Greenwade's.

Greenwade's

Death of Mrs. Frank Prewitt Near Flat Creek

Mrs. Frank Prewitt died at her home near Flat Creek from heart disease after years of poor health. She was a daughter of Mrs. Lillie Dimmitt of Bath county and is survived by her husband and an eighteen month old daughter. Funeral services were at the Christian church in Sharpsburg Friday at 3 pm, burial in Sharpsburg cemetery.

Frank Prewitt Flat Creek Christian Church Sharpsburg

Fresh Homegrown Produce At T. K. Barnes & Sons

New tomatoes cucumbers green peppers and celery plus freestone peaches and pineapples offered by T. K. Barnes and Sons in a local produce sale.

T. K. Barnes & Sons

Fair Maiden Wins Gaited Classes at Springfield Show

Fair Maiden a six year old chestnut mare by McDonald Chief bred by Ray Moss Mt Sterling Ky sold to Churchman Davis Charleston WV won first prize in gaited classes and took overall championship at the Springfield Horse Show. She may appear at Kentucky shows this summer.

McDonald Chief Ray Moss Mt. Sterling Churchman & Davis Charleston W. Va Springfield Kentucky Farmers Home Journal

For Rent Nice Modern Cottage on Holt Avenue

Modern cottage for rent on Holt Avenue near the sea. Apply to Marion Word in Mt. Sterling Kentucky for details. Contact in Ky. 52 31.

Sea Holt Avenue Marion Word Mt. Sterling

Presbyterian Church Purchases Judge McKee Property

The Presbyterian church buys Judge H. Clay McKee’s rear property and adjoining residence for 5500 dollars. One frame building will become a Sunday school room while the other is to be torn down. Rev. and Mrs. M. V. P. Yeaman have moved to the property.

The Presbyterian Church H.clay McKee M. V. P. Yeaman

Local Auto Trade Expands In County

Local buyers snap up new touring cars from major brands. W G Henry purchases an Overland touring car after S Pinney sold last week. W N Seabee buys a handsome Oakland. Ollie McClure gains Stutz agency and sells a racing Stutz to George Hamilton. Lois Thompson buys a Mitchell from Montgomery Motor Car Co. W R McKee takes Hudson Super Six agency and sells one to G L Kirkpatrick.

S. Pinney W.G. Henry Ollie McClure Stutz Motor Car Co George Hamilton W. Lois Thompson Montgomery Motor Car Co W. R. McKee G. L. Kirkpatrick

Welton Watson Takes Post With Cumberland Telephone in Shelbyville

Welton Watson left last week for Shelbyville to head a construction crew for the Cumberland Telephone Company. He has long been connected with Cumberland interests and is regarded as a competent young man in the field.

Welton Watson Shelbyville Cumberland Telephone Company Mr. Watson Cumberland People

Hetty Green Dies at 80. Wealthy Financier Passes Away

Hetty Green heiress and noted financier died at her New York home aged 80. She was a familiar figure in the financial district and as the world’s richest woman, her death ends a long era in American finance.

Hetty Green New York

Popular Couple weds in Paris ceremony

A prominent city couple, Mr. Thomas M. Greene and Miss Emma West, married last Tuesday in Paris with Rev. W. O. Sadler officiating. They left for Cincinnati then returned to establish housekeeping at the Greene home on Winchester pike. The bride, daughter of Rev. J. L. West, is noted for social charm. the groom, son of the late W. B. Greene, is a leading livestock buyer. The union is welcomed by many friends across the Blue Grass region.

Thomas M. Greene Emma West Paris W. O. Sadler Mr. Greene Cincinnati Greene Winchester Pike Blue Grass J. L. West Grassy Lick Camargo W. B. Greene Sterling

Virginia troops not to pass here today

Pass through Mt. Sterling by Virginia troops en route to the border has been postponed indefinitely and the train will not pass today as previously announced. Officials received word yesterday with no reason given. the trip had been moved from last Friday to Sunday and again to Tuesday. A separate notice offers $5 in gold for the best Lady Baltimore cake at the Montgomery County Fair.

Virginia Mt. Sterling Chesapeake & Ohio Montgomery County T. K. Barnes & Sons

Lost locket pin with monogram L B H on streets of Mt Sterling

Lost old fashioned locket pin with monogram L. B. H. on or near the streets of Mt. Sterling or on the Grassy Lick pike between Grassy Lick and Mt. Sterling. Finder return to Advocate office for reward or call Mrs. Will Mason at phone 641 W-2. Too much Carranza too much Mexico down with them both.

Mt. Sterling Grassy Lick Pike Grassy Lick Advocate Office Will Mason

Appointed Lieutenant Returns From Washington

Robert L. Nelson son of E. Nelson was commissioned as Second Lieutenant in the United States Army. He joins the 30th Infantry with reporting due in the latter part of August. Home made peanut butter is prepared daily at Greenwade.

Robert L. Nelson E. *. Nelson Washington United States Army 30Th Infantry

City Warns of Strict Weed-Cutting Enforcement

Mayor C. K. Oldham announces with city ordinance that owners must cut weeds on premises and in street gutters, and that enforcement will be strict.

C. K. Oldham

Mission Belle Rocky Ford Canta Loupes and Watermelons on Ice

The fragment notes Mission Belle in Rocky Ford and mentions canta loupes and watermelons on ice. No clear event or outcome is documented.

Mission Belle T. K. Barnes & Sons

Metropolitan Shows at Montgomery County Fair

The Metropolitan Shows, a major carnival company, performs daily at the Montgomery County Fair, attracting crowds with rides and midway attractions.

Montgomery County

Germans Lose Ground as Allied Offense Grows

The French and British forces advance with trenches breached for miles while German units suffer heavy losses yet fight on with continued resolve. Carranza has not answered U S demands and preparations surge on the Mexican border with about 150000 troops mobilized, raising war risk.

Carranza United States Uncle Sam

For Rent Brick Bungalow on Holt Avenue

Brick bungalow for rent on Holt Avenue with immediate possession and garden ready for use. Apply to L. E. Griggs.

Holt Avenue L. E. Griggs

Floral Hall Exhibit Entries Close July 18 at 6 PM

Special notice urges exhibitors preparing to enter Floral Hall to submit entries by 6 p.m. on Tuesday July 18. Exhibits received only before that hour. Call the office for entry tags to save time. Fair Board hopes women, children, and soil products producers showcase strong displays. Get a catalog and enter. W Hoffman Wood Secretary of the Fair. The Brunner Shoe Co offers pumps and oxfords cut to 3.45.

Floral Hall Fair Board W. Hoffman Wood

Eye Clinic Leader Addresses Kentucky Valley Medical Association

Dr. J. F. Reynolds of this city attended the Kentucky Valley Medical Association meeting in Richmond. He addressed the group and led a discussion on diseases of the eye nose and throat. Reserve boxes and buy season tickets for the Montgomery County Fair to support the institution that brings thousands of dollars to the city annually.

J. F. Reynolds Richmond Kentucky Valley Medical Association Reynolds Montgomery County Kentucky

Loan offer for city or farm property near Mt Sterling

A. Hoffman & Son advertise a loan of 800 dollars for three years on city or farm property in one lump sum or two 400 dollar installments. A.R. Hoffman & Son. A Buick casing and rim lost between Winchester and Mt Sterling on Sunday reported by W. A. Sutton.

A. Hoffman & Son Winchester Mt. Sterling W. A. Sutton

Baptist church ready for dedication amid completed walk

The concrete walk around the new Baptist church is finished and contractor A E Lawrence completed the work. Once piping arrives and is installed, dedication services will be announced. The adjacent parsonage will be painted soon, enhancing the area’s appearance.

A. E. Lawrence

All Treadeasy Oxfords Cut to Two Ninety Five

Discount shoe item noting Treadeasy Oxfords reduced to $2.95 from $3.50. Brunner Shoe Co. offers this sale via its outlet.

Brunner Shoe Co

Home Coming Invitations From Secretary Wood

Secretary Wood issues home coming invitations and calls on readers to send them to relatives to help build a large crowd for Fair Week. The appeal emphasizes community turnout and family participation to boost the event.

Sign on Barnes Store Advertises Clean Easy Soap

A large electric sign on the side of the T. K. Barnes & Sons grocery store proclaims the well known Clean Easy soap. It is visible from a considerable distance and is said to help save labor.

T. K. Barnes & Sons

Brunner Shoe Co Promotes Men’s Accessories Exhibit

The Brunner Shoe Co advertises a full line of men’s sex suspenders and handkerchiefs at their 51-11 location. The notice also mentions fast trotting pacing and running races daily at Montgomery venues.

Brunner Shoe Co Montgomery County Fair

Receiver Appointed for Sanitary Meat Market

Mr. W. A. Samuels has been appointed receiver for the Sanitary Meat Market and will oversee the business until its affairs are straightened out.

W. A. Samuels Sanitary Meat Market

Savings Bank Pass Books For Interest Credits

Customers please present their pass books in the Savings Depart ment to have interest credited. B. Frank Perry, Cashier Exchange Bank.

B. Frank Perry Cashier Exchange Bank

Summer plunge question stirs casual debate

Readers weigh whether the season calls for a mild dip or a full splash in a playful regional exchange. Local chatter highlights preference for relaxation and outdoor recreation as temperatures rise.

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