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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1914
Page
1
The residence and surrounding acreage of Mrs. M. Bigstaff sold to Mr. C. K. Oldham of Lexington who plans street building and sale of about 44 graded building lots in Mt. Sterling. The deal centers in the city’s best section with an estimated price near $20,000 and promises substantial local development.
Special Police Officer S. M. Turpin was killed by Ridley Reed in the Lyleville area of Paris. Reed was then fatally wounded by Chief of Police Fred Link after a confrontation Monday afternoon at about 2:30.
The body of David Barrow Jr aged nineteen son of Dr David Barrow was drowned in Lake Michigan July 14. It left Ludington Michigan Monday at noon and arrived in Lexington Tuesday. The body was found Sunday morning by a beach patrol after 13 days in the water. Funeral services will be held at his parents residence Wednesday afternoon.
For sale a new eight-room two story house with modern conveniences in a desirable neighborhood. Apply at this office. 3-tf.
In Shelbyville the county court heard a petition from 295 voters seeking a local option election on September 28 in three Shelbyville precincts. Judge Gilbert ordered the countywide vote and a special registration for September 15, over the objection of the dry side. The wets failed to secure a delay or appeal, and the county is expected to go dry with the upcoming vote.
The Montgomery County Fair ended after a record week with full stalls and wide representation from major Kentucky stables. Tuesday’s male day featured top premiums, Seibert's Band provided top music, and a carnival plus Hippodrome races attracted large crowds. Floral Hall, led by superintendent Miss Georgia Sledd, showcased its largest displays. a list of horse and mule winners, premiums, and placings followed.
Gray Russell, 25, son of Mrs. Lucy Russell, was dangerously stabbed at the Fair Grounds by Jasper Smith after being confronted by three attacking negroes John Allen Tom Davis and Jasper Smith. Russell survived with a chest wound and lung injury while Allen and Davis were jailed on bond and Smith fled toward Cincinnati. Police pursue Smith as lynching fears rise amid the assault report.
Persistent rainfall over several days drenched the area with Sunday afternoon downpours. Flooded creeks wrecked fields and uprooted trees while hail and strong winds damaged tobacco, corn, and other property across the county.
A dance will be held at Oil Springs Friday night July 31 with music by a Lexington orchestra. The resort, under Mr and Mrs William Hull, has grown popular this summer as crowds flock to the area.
Louisville leader Judge Matt O Doherty argues that Kentucky Democrats must nominate Gov Beckham to condemn past fraud and restore party honor. He cites Beckham’s leadership during a chaotic period and asserts Beckham will win decisively in Louisville and statewide.
Card from the Baptist church ladies thanking Monarch Milling Co Crown Flour Wool folk Coffee Co Heekin Spice Co Deer Head tea Elephant corn from Power Grocery Co Prewitt Howell H G Enoch and local grocers for donations and dish loans.
The Cincinnati Enquirer predicts J C W Beckham will win the full term and Camden the unexpired term in Kentucky Democratic primary. It cites a postcard canvass and quotes Beckham on uniting the party for November. District by district, Beckham leads in most, with Stanley carrying only his home district.
Three comfortable rooms available on the first floor of a residence on Harrison Avenue. Application preferred to Mrs. John English.
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