Personal visits fill Sharpsburg scene with travelers
A flurry of guests and visitors arrive in Sharpsburg including Mr. Ben Wright of Sharpsburg and relatives from Cincinnati Lexington Ashland Versailles Nashville and Indianapolis. Notables and families like the Hortons Coopes Frenchs and Shields welcome kin and friends visiting for the week and fair season.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ben Wright
Sharpsburg
City
S. Macon Cowles, Jr
Nashville
Tenn
Clinton Hawkins
Versailles
Katherine Ostler
Frankfort
Ind
J. A. Shirley
Ethel and Maude Cope
Jackson
Lockhart
James French
Lexington
H. R. French
Wood Owens
Maysville
Locals Visit Lexington and Frankfort Figures at the Fair
Visitors from Fayette County Missouri travel to the city Monday to stay with Dr. and Mrs. S F E Spratt for the fair. Judges Haezlrigg Kirkpatrick Turner and Coleman spent days at G L Kilpatrick camp on Slate Creek. Miss Emilee Howe returns from Bloomfield Kentucky with cousin Miss Lida Trimble Hughes. Miss Hughes to be Howe’s guest during the fair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexi Louisville
J. M. Robb
Carroll Robb
Nancy Robb
Fayette County
S. FE. Spratt
J. H. Haezlrigg
Frankfort
G. J. Kirkpatrick
A. A. . Haerlrigg
C. Turner
Prolonged Revival Moves to Junction City
Rev. R. M. Reynolds opens a similar protracted meeting at Junction City after a Stanford gathering yielded twenty additions. Epworth League hosts ice cream supper on High street for League work. Union services in Court House yard drew a large crowd and the Christian church to lead Sunday evening services. all are invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. M. Reynolds
Stanford
Junction City
Epworth, League of the Methodist Church
Court House Yard
Christian Church
Illnesses Strike Several Locally With Varied Ailments
The sick include Mr V V Sewell with inflammatory rheumatism and Miss Mamie Porter recovering from a week of illness with typhoid fears. Rev J S Wilson left his room to attend church. Charles Simons at the National Hotel has improved after a week of critical illness. Lester Tharp and two sisters fell ill Friday morning from suspected ptomaine poisoning. all recovered except Martha who faced a near miss. Doctors cannot determine the cause.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mamie Porter
J. S. Wilson
Chas. Simons
National Hotel
Lester Tharp
Martha
Sterling Dancing Club Fair Dance at Trimble Hall
The Sterling Dancing Club hosts a Fair Dance at Trimble Hall in this city on Thursday evening July 23. Seibert's Orchestra of Louisville will provide music for the occasion. A large number of visitors are expected and a most enjoyable time is anticipated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sterling Dancing Club
Trimble Hall
Seibert
Louisville
Dress the Child Simply
An Exchange column argues that tasteful parental restraint in children's dress reflects true refinement. Simple, natural fabrics with minimal embellishment suit all classes, while even wealthy families avoid display. recommendations include linen frocks with embroidered cuffs and belts, inspired by Troy walls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Troy
Exchange
Change of Bill Days in Stock Company
Dialogue notes a rotating bill cycle within a stock company. First Actor asks about the pace of bill changes, and Second Actor confirms a daily renewal starting Monday with the landlady’s bill and ending Saturday with the laundry bill. The terse exchange outlines a rapid, routine billing rhythm for weekly theater operations.
Economical Ladies in Zion City Dress Restrictions
Zion City enacts strict dress rules for women barring slit skirts open-work blouses and lace stockings. Rev P H Anderson defends measure noting Paris fashions show decollete bodices and skirts cut away, with a doctor amused at the idea ladies aim to "make both ends meet."
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zion City
P. H. Anderson
Paris
Doctor Anderson
Government sanctions cutbacks on railway passes discussed
A stockholder and railway manager debate whether government orders justify eliminating passes. The manager confirms the cuts were required by the government and the stockholder questions if the government should also force stopping dividend payments.
Edith Jack Boxleigh And Edna Debate His Ways And Means
Edith Jack Boxleigh looks good but his ways bother me. Edna counters that his means matter more than his manner.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edith
Jack Boxleigh
Edna
Pierce Welcomes Son Chester Barnes Pierce
Mr and Mrs W O Pierce announce the birth of a son named Chester Barnes Pierce born Saturday July 18. The family celebrates the new arrival at home.
Thirteen Children Move In With New Neighbors
A lighthearted note describes new neighbors with a large clan, including a mother-in-law and two poor relations, totaling thirteen children, sparking curiosity about family life next door.
For Sale By W T Fitzpatrick Sewing Machines and Shoes
Short classified notice from W T Fitzpatrick offering two new sewing machines for sale under cost and 300 pairs of shoes for sale to a merchant at a cheap price. No location or contact details provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. T. Fitzpatrick
Palmistry Memory Lapse Sparks Witty Exchange
A light exchange hints at forgotten palmistry knowledge and a playful reply about keeping such insight on hand. The dialogue underscores memory surprises in a humorous tone.
Long Range Remonstrance With General Villa
Report of a bold protest by telegraph directed at General Villa. The exchange is cited as an instance of diplomatic tension during the crisis, illustrating assertive stance by the interlocutor.
Lewis and Stone to Meet Friday
Promoter J M Walls brings Ed Lewis the Kentucky strangler and Jack Stone the Swedish whirlwind to Table Opera House for a no holds barred match Friday night. Urbanite crowds expected as locals await a “contest of the century” with Willoughby and Botts in preliminary action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Sterling
Mater J. M. Walls
Ed Lewis
Kentucky Strangler
Jack Stone
Table Opera House
Lewis
Stone
Strangler
Promoter Walls
Mt. Sterling
Lewis and Stone
Dr. Roller
Chas. Cutler
Harvey Willoughby
Albert Botts
For Sale Eight Room Two Story New House
For sale a two story eight room house with modern conveniences in a desirable neighborhood. Apply at this office.
DIES AT KIDDVILLE IN CLARK COUNTY AT 76
Mrs Martha Pace died Friday afternoon at her son Mil ton Pace home near Kiddville aged 76. A Clark county native she lived in the area all her life. Survived by sons Nelson Milton Clifton and daughter Mrs Joe Palmer. twin sister of Joe Sewell. Funeral at Kiddville church conducted by Elder J W Harding. Interment followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martha Pace
Milton Pace
Kiddville
Clark County
Robert Pace
John Garrett
Illinois
Nelson Pace
Allensville
Clifton Pace
Joe Palmer
Indian Fields
Pace
Joe Sewell
Winchester
Mat Sewell
J. W. Harding
Kiddville Church
Local moves announced for area residents
Mr and Mrs L C McCormick depart for Lexington. Dr C W Compton and family will relocate to Samuels Avenue today. Mr and Mrs Marvin Gay plan to move to Sycamore Street next week, former Dr C W Compton residence. Mrs Holman Rice bought a lot on Samuels Avenue from McCormick, who will build a two story house for her at once.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. C. McCormick
Lexington
C. W. Compton
Samuels Avenue
Marvin Gay
Condition Serious For Jack Hollarn After Train Collision
The condition of Jack Hollarn, injured when C. and O. train No. 22 struck a Kentucky Utilities ice wagon last Sunday, is listed as very serious as pneumonia developed. Initial hopes of recovery have faded with the pneumonia, reducing chances for recovery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Hollarn
Kentucky Utilities Co
Hollarn
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