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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1920
Page
4
John G. Winn of Montgomery County announces candidacy for Circuit Judge in Kentucky's Twenty first District. He seeks Democratic primary support on August 7 1920.
The notice indicates the upcoming Republican Primary election scheduled for August 7, 1920, outlining the electoral action to be taken and identifying the voting process to be followed.
The Illiteracy Commission led by Mrs. Cora Wilson Stewart reports to Governor Morrow a favorable four year tally: 40 635 people taught to read and write across 85 counties and 600 in our county under Miss Georgia Sledd. Forty first mile letters from learners highlight progress. The piece also notes Montgomery Fair grounds should be purchased and modernized to attract crowds.
A serious condition arises from a lack of railroad cars to ship live stock. Buyers have withdrawn as stock sits ready for market. The Chamber of Commerce has urged C. and O. officials to secure relief, with ICC appeal possible if immediate action is not taken.
Col EF Clay born December 1841 on the Clay homestead near Paris joined the Civil War with the First Kentucky Mounted Riflemen rising to colonel. He was prisoner on Johnson's Island nine months and lost an eye in battle. After war he bred Shorthorn cattle and later thoroughbred horses and remained active in that field.
The notice urges shoppers to visit McGuire Bros for groceries and a wide range of goods including tin ware glass-ware and queens-ware at the variety store. It mentions Bank 3t as part of the message.
An ice cream supper will be held at the Salem school building on Saturday August 7. The event invites the public to attend.
Camp Zachary Taylor must be abandoned and disposed of by June 30 under Congress orders to curtail upkeep. First Division moves to Camp Dix around September 1, with artillery school sent to Camp Knox. Built in 1917 for 7.5 million, the camp spans 2300 acres with 2500 buildings and 125000 trained recruits, now housing 7000 personnel. Major General Summerall said moving personnel could occur on 24 hours notice, but $25 million in supplies would take four months to remove. No orders yet.
Professor Jesse L. Bean, formerly of this city, has been re elected for the third time to the superintendency of Versailles Colored High School. He is highly regarded by patrons and by county and state superintendents.
A proposed push for extended vacation time may attract more voters by appealing to workers and families. The idea focuses on paid time off and flexibility, aiming to shape campaign messaging around work life balance.
Grassy Lick hosts several visitors led by Miss Lula Ecton and Nancy Ecton from Morefield. Miss Lena Cornish of Lexington visits, recently returning from Richmond summer school. She plans to stay with former roommate Miss Ida Stelle at Mt Sterling. Florence Finnell of Lexington also visits with Mrs. R. J. Tilton who is improving after illness.
Experts explain hair loss is not linked to hair color. Genetic factors, hormones, and aging drive baldness, with red hair showing no inherent protection or increased risk compared to other shades.
A. 8. Johnson of this city, formerly with State Mutual Life, has joined the Pacific Mutual General Agency at Mt. Sterling. The firm notes three years of rising strength and welcomes Johnson as a sign of continued growth among its agents.
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