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Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Jul 10, 1912

Page

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Prominent Citizen James Dillard Hazelrigg Dies at Home

James Dillard Hazelrigg a longtime dry goods merchant and elder of the Christian Church died at his home after months of illness from liver cancer. Born November 30 1832 in Clark County he lived in this city most of his life and is survived by his wife Emma Mason Hazelrigg three sons and two daughters. Funeral services were at the Christian Church with burial at Machpelah Cemetery.

James Dillard Hazelrigg Mr. Sterling Hazelrigg Clark County St. Louis Christian Church Emma Mason Hazelrigg A. A. Hazelrigg Charles T J. Dillard, Jr OC. D. Grubbs C. C. Turner

Oil Springs Church Picnic Draws Large Crowds

The Baptist Church picnic for local children at Oil Springs last week drew large crowds. Mr and Mrs W Z Eubank, in charge, oversaw improvements that have made Oil Springs a pleasant summer resort. W A Sutton & Son contributed Carpets Furniture and Rugs.

W. A. Sutton & Son

Fire Department to Schedule Monthly Practice Runs

The council grants the Fire Company permission to conduct practice runs at least once a month with the department making a run on the last Thursday night of each month. Members missing practice will be fined.

Reward for Return of Parrot in Appersons Woods

A $5 reward is offered for the return of a parrot last seen in Appersons woods. The notice is signed L. G. Howard and includes an advertisement for Sutton & Son promising better home furnishings at lower prices than elsewhere.

Apperson’s L. G. Howard

Mt Sterling Baseball Club Fights to Break Hoodoo

Richmond here today as Mt Sterling baseball gains players but struggles to convert hits into runs. Two losses to Paris 5 4 and 3 2 by last inning drama. first shutout 2 0 against Paris. Friedly limelight for splendid pitching and watch fob prize. Next games vs Richmond today and Maysville later in week. Team shows improvement and hopes for a winning stretch soon.

Paris Friedly Odell Mt. Sterling Robinson & Co Richmond Maysville

Be Sure to Read Act of Spot Cash Grocery Doings

A brief look at Spot Cash grocery news highlights a series of notable actions. Shoppers are urged to note upcoming promotions and price changes affecting local customers.

London postmaster fired by president over Taft attack

London Kentucky postmaster Lee B. McHargue, also manager of Mountains Echo, was discharged after publishing attacks on President Taft. McHargue lauded Roosevelt and claimed Taft won the nomination via illegal delegates. Ad insert notes slippers from Laird, Schober & Co. marked low prices.

Taft Mountains Echo London Lee B. McHargue Col. Roosevelt

Montgomery County Mammoth Cave Trip Announcement

Mammoth Cave trip planned by Montgomery County for July 30. Ground trip from Winchester costs 5.65 dollars. Total three days at cave and hotel 12.15 dollars including board and cave routes. Tickets limited to 10 days. Write or phone L. and N. agent.

Montgomery County Mammoth Cave Winchester Cave and Hotel Cave Hotel Cave

Apvocarte Urges Quick Job Printing Services

If you have any job printing you want done in a hurry, let the Apvocarte do it.

Apvocarte

Camp Departure For Fin and Feather Trip

The group of six young men will depart Thursday for a week's Fin and Feather Camp. Participants include W. Caldwell Clay Wm Oldham Greg Russell H Benton Kin solving Tom Grubbs of this city and Harold Oldham of Richmond.

W. Caldwell Clay Wm. Oldham Greg Russell H. Benton Kinsolving Tom Grubbs Harold Oldham Richmond

Sunday Shooting at Science Ridge Meeting House

William Lee shot Floyd White at the Science Ridge meeting house near Jeffersonville. White is alive but not expected to recover. Lee claims intoxication and amnesia, while eyewitnesses call it a deliberate murder attempt. Deputy Sheriff Wm. Sledd arrested White and jailed him.

William Lee Floyd White Science Ridge Jeffersonville White Lee Wm. Sledd

W. A. Sutton & Son Furniture Car Pets Rugs Ad

The Best is always the cheapest. If you need furniture cars pets or rugs visit W. A. Sutton & Son for bargains and wide selection.

W. A. Sutton & Son

Baseball Benefit Thursday Night Entertainment

Local youths who recently produced a minstrel will repeat the act Thursday to benefit the Baseball Club. Funds go toward erecting the grand stand and other expenses. A couple of films will be shown. Admission is 35 and 50 cents. Citizens urged to attend and support the team.

Gun Metal Oxford Special Price Mid-Notice

Special price on a $2.50 gun metal oxford now $1.98 at 51-31 Brunner's. Limited time offer on men’s footwear with discount applies today.

Oxford Brunner’s

Commissioner M C Clay to Attend NIC Meeting in Portland

State Insurance Commissioner M C Clay will depart early next week for Portland Oregon to participate in the National Association of Insurance Commissioners convening July 18 and plans to be away about two weeks. Old country hams available at Vanarsdell's.

M. C. Clay Portland Oregon National Association of Insurance Commissioners Mr. Clay

Leaves For Virginia

Dr J L McClung and family residents of our city for several years depart to return to St Albans Virginia. They made many friends here who regret their leaving. Punch & Graves.

J. L. McClung City St. Albans

Winchester Arms Co Display Promises Champion Shots

A free exhibition of fancy shooting will be held Tuesday July 16 by a Winchester Arms Co representative. This event offers a rare chance to see the world’s champion shooters in action.

Winchester Arms Co

Post Office Notice Amends Subscription Mailing Rules

Mount Sterling Kentucky July 1 1912 notice from James J Britt Third Assistant Postmaster General clarifies amended paragraph 3 Section 436 of the Postal Laws and Regulations. It details continued second class mail eligibility for expired subscriptions for one year and prepaid transient rates if not renewed. The notice urges publishers to report circulation data and warns subscribers to renew or be stricken from lists.

Montgomery County Fair Opens July 23 at Mt Sterling

The fourth annual Montgomery County Fair runs July 23 through the week at Mt. Sterling grounds. Trots and paces feature top Kentucky horses incl Indian Cloud and Lord Black Stone. A Shetland pony prize awaits Saturday. bands and carnival shows, night concerts, and fair foods abound.

Montgomery County Fair Mt. Sterling Kentucky Lord Blackstone Princess V Major Dare Hazel Dawn Carita Meteor Chief J. J. Coffman Star Emerald Paris Peacock Wingo Chief King Edward Maria Louise Golden Girl Indian Cloud

Four rooms for rent on West Main Street

Fer rent for four rooms with water and gas on West Main Street. Apply to B. F. Mark. Phone 635-y. Pets or rugs not allowed.

West Main Street B. F

Silo-Silo Seeks Feed Prep to Cut Costs

John D. Greenwade promotes a service to cut feed costs by preparing and portioning silos. The pitch promises money savings and efficiency for silo operations.

John D. Greenwade

Tax Books Ready As City Collects Higher Valuation

Mr B J McDonald city tax collector holds the city tax books ready to receive taxes due. City assessed value this year reaches 2 294 184 up from 2 230 124 last year with a net city tax increase of 633 37 due to improved assessment. Polls rise from 697 to 802. New Home Grown corn at Vane arsdell's today. 5 00 Panama Hats cut to 3 75 Punch Graves

B. J. McDonald Taylor Fitzpatrick

Wanted 25 Acres Meadow to Cut for Rent

Advertiser seeks 25 acres of meadow to cut and offers cash rent. Contact 611 W. H. Wyatt.

W. H. Wyatt

Business Houses Inspected By Fire Marshall

Mr. J. J. Peal of the Fire Marshall's office in Lexington is inspecting business houses this week. He reports Lexington in first class condition with few exceptions. He also investigated fires that occurred after January 1.

J. J. Peal Fire Marshall’s Lexington Peal

SPECIAL PRICE ON RED CROSS SHOES AT BRUMNER'S

Special price on Red Cross and other makes of shoes Oxfords and pumps offered at 51-31 Brummner's with discount driven sale.

RED Cross

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Vanarsdell’s Fire Department Sutton & Son Laird, Schober & Co Punch & Graves Science Ridge Meeting House Virginia Publishers of Advocate Mount Sterling, Kentucky Washington Fide James J. Britt Best Home Vanearsdell’s
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