Unveiling of Monuments at Machpelah Cemetery by Woodmen
A large crowd attended the Woodmen of the World unveiling at Machpelah cemetery honoring Sovereigns Rufus Dunn and O. M. Willoughby. Gate City Camp No. 414 led the ceremonies with officers including W P Apperson and H F Howell. The event featured a poem read by Keller Greene and a strong solo sermon by Hon C W Nesbitt praising General J C Root and the order’s memorial work.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rufus Dunn
O. M. Willoughby
Machpelah Cemetery
Gate City Camp No. 414
W. P. Apperson
H. F. Howell
M. J. Goodwin
T. H. Wilson
R. H. Turner
Wilmot K. Prewitt
P. K. McKenna
Keller Greene
C. W. Nesbitt
J. C. Root
Woodcraft
Woodmen of the World
DON'T MISS IT Sampson at Table Opera House Tonight
Sampson, touted as the greatest picture show of the age, comes to the Table Opera House tonight under the auspices of the Baptist church ladies. The event promises a popular program and community support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sampson
Ladies of the Baptist Church
Chautauqua Coming to City This July
The Chautauqua season opens in this city July 6 with a Redpath Chautauqua representative to visit later this week or early next week to share programs. Rev. A. H. Hirshman, formerly of here, now works with Redpath and has written friends that this year’s shows are even better than last year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. Hirshman
Redpath
Miss Elizabeth Young to graduate from Nazareth Academy
The Morehead Mountaineer notes Miss Elizabeth Young daughter of Judge William A Young will graduate from Nazareth Academy on June 20. She excels in music piano and violin and is regarded as one of Morehead's favorite daughters in the community.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth
Wm. A. Young
Nazareth Academy
Morehead
McCreary to Appoint Camden to U S Senate Seat
Governor McCreary announced that when law allows he will appoint Hon. Johnson N. Camden of Woodford County to fill the vacancy from the death of Senator William O Bradley. Camden is a prominent farmer and stockman trusted by rural constituents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McCreary
Johnson N. Camden
Woodford County
United States
William O. Bradley
Camden
Dirt Wanted For Sale Buy 25 Wagon Loads of Dirt
Classified notice seeking about 25 wagon loads of dirt. Apply at this office or call for details.
Lynching prevented as Henry Gamley held for assault
County officials acted quickly Friday to avert mob violence after Henry Gamley, a young African American, was accused of assaulting Jennie Lou Kiser, seventeen. He was spirited away by car as mobs moved toward Paris. Gamley was captured later with a pistol and shotgun at Col. E. F. Clay's farm, and taken to jail.
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Henry Gamley
Jennie Lou Kiser
James Kiser
Kisertown
Bourbon County
Gamley
Paris
George Current
Col. E. F. Clay
Georgetown Pike
White Goods Special Sale at The Fair
This week's sale offers white goods at yard prices of 15c and 20c with a large selection. Come early for best picks and bargains on household textiles at The Fair.
Vanarsdell's Launches Fresh Produce Line
Local shop Vanarsdell's announces new beans peas potatoes and tomatoes in stock adding color and flavor to the market. Shoppers can find ripe tomatoes green beans and fresh potatoes alongside peas.
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Vanarsdell’s
Commencement Exercises Planned for Mt Sterling High School
Mt Sterling High School holds its annual commencement at the Auditorium on Friday evening June 5 with President Henry S. Barker of State University delivering the address. The Lexington Opera House Orchestra provides music. Grammar School Commencement follows on Thursday June 4 with a list of graduates and a program including recitations, readings, and an address by Rev. Clyde Darsie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Sterling High School
Henry S. Barker
State University
Barker
Supreme Court of Kentucky
Lexington Opera House
Lexington
Grammar School
High School
Albert Bailey
Hattie Haney
Margaret Stephenson
Nellie Shrout
Elizabeth McNamara
Duke Duty
Claude Killpatrick
Mayme Wilson
Martha Coleman
Marcella Chiles
Jersey Scores 48 21 in Quick Lead
Jersey posted a 48 to 21 win as 72 was noted for a phone contact with Mrs. H. R. Prewitt.
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Jersey
H. R. Prewitt
Breeding standouts at Green Briar Farm eye future champion
At Green Briar Farm in Mt. Sterling Kentucky a four year old mare by McDonald Chief out of Rosie Lee 5701 has begun gaited training. The owner hopes this horse will resemble Edna May in color and manners and foresees another champion from McDonald Chief if fortune favors.
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Green Briar Farm
Mt. Sterling
McDonald Chief
Rosie Lee
Edna May
Kentucky
Farmers Home Journal
Princess Slips This Week Reduced to 69 Cents Each
A local advertisement notes a sale on princess slips offered at 69 cents each, down from the regular price of one dollar. The brief item highlights a limited time promotion in a department store window.
Wrestlers Well Matched at Table Opera House
A fair crowd attended the Table Opera House wrestling show Monday night. Ed Lewis of Lexington could not wrestle due to a knee injury, so Jack Stone of Louisville faced Sebastian Mueller of Chicago. Steen beat his Lexington opponent in two falls, the match noted for clean sportsmanship with about fifteen ladies in attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Table Opera House
Ed. Lewis
Lexington
Sebastian Mueller
Chicago
Lewis
Jack Stone
Lou'sville
Steen
Stone
NICE PRESENTS Monogram Stationery For Commencement
Advocate Publishing Co promotes monogram correspondence cards and writing paper as tasteful commencement gifts. customers are invited to view the new line and choose a preferred set.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Advocate Publishing Co
Mt Sterling Rounders Top Frenchburg 7 5 In Open Game
Mt Sterling Rounders defeated Frenchburg 7 to 5 last Friday. Wood pitched well allowing only one hit until the ninth inning. J C Tipton is manager and hopes for several summer games despite limited practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Sterling
Rounders
Frenchburg
Wood
Anly
Frenchburg Boys
J. C. Tipton
Fine Colt Foaled in Montgomery County by Forest Denmark
Mary Perkins 6402 bred by Forest Denmark 153 produced a bay stud colt by Emerald Ray. The foal stands 42 inches and is viewed by breeders as the classiest colt this year in Montgomery county. Dam is owned by Mrs. Sanford Perkins.
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Mary Perkins
Forest Denmark
Emerald Ray
Montgomery County
Sanford Perkins
Bethel Citizen Dies William Coons
William Coons of Bethel Kentucky died Friday morning at 3 o'clock and was buried in Bethel cemetery Saturday at 3. He was an old and respected neighbor and an uncle of J. T. Coons of this county. He was a brother of John C. Coons of Hallsville Missouri and James F. Coons of Bath county, and longtime Christian church member at Bethel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Coons
Bethel
Bethel Cemetery
J. T. Coons
This County
John C. Coons
Hallsville
James F. Coons
Bath County
Christian Church
For Sale House and Lot on Howard Avenue
For sale a house and lot on Howard Avenue with modern conveniences water gas and bath. Contact R. K. Weedon at 48-41 Phone 532.
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Howard Avenue
R. K. Weedon
Yearling Filly Trains At Lexington In 35% Seconds
Nat Young Jr. owns a Lexington trained yearling filly that has worked a quarter in 35% seconds and is praised by judges as one of the country's best fillies.
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Nat Young, Jr
Lexington
French Car Wins Fourth Annual 500-Mile Indianapolis Race
Rene Thomas, driving a French car, won the fourth annual 500 mile race at Indianapolis. Thomas set a new speed record of 82.47 mph, finishing in 6 hours 45 minutes 45.99 seconds. Arthur Duray took second, Albert Gayot third, Judge Goux fourth, and Barney Oldfield fifth as six competitors were injured but none seriously.
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Rene ‘Thomas
Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Barney Oldfield
Thomas
Winer
Joe Dawson
Arthur Duray
Albert Gayot
Judge Goux
Oldfield
Seriosly
Buried at Old Home for Mr Harry Thomas
The body of Harry Thom as, who died last week in Macon Georgia, was brought to this city and interred in Machpelah cemetery. He lived here in boyhood and later ran a drug business in Macon. He was about thirty five and leaves many friends here.
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Harry Thomas
Macon
Machpelah
Thoaas
Boarders Wanted For Main Street Residence
Several table boarders needed and may apply to Mrs. E. R. Harper at Main St. 44.
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E. R. Harper
Main St
Change of Firm at Mt. Sterling Laundry Co
Mr. A. C. Tipton sold his interest to partner Thos. Kennedy who will add new machines and improve service at Mt. Sterling Laundry Co. Kennedy plans expansions to boost operations and customer offerings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. C. Tipton
Mt. Sterling Laundry Co
Thos. Kennedy
Magazine Agency Seeks Subscriptions In Kentucky
Mrs. Eliza Samuels Ross announces a magazine agency offering all sorts of subscriptions at the lowest rates. Patrons may telephone 468 Mt. Sterling Kentucky or write from Lexington Kentucky via general delivery.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Sterling
Lexington
City to Wash Brick Streets Each Saturday
Mayor Oldham announces city authorities will wash brick streets thoroughly every Saturday. The effort aims to improve sanitation and give the city a neat, clean appearance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oldham
Terrible accident injures Indianapolis car occupants
In Indianapolis on Saturday an automobile driven by Baird G Saltzgaber was struck by Howard Postle of Columbus Ohio. Saltzgaber and Mrs J H Adams were hurt and John Speer suffered a fractured skull with very poor recovery prospects. Walter Edwards and J H Adams were uninjured. Saltzgaber and Speer were noted Indianapolis businesspeople.
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Indianapolis
Ind
Baird G. Saltzgaber
Howard Postle
Columbus
Saltzgaber
J. H. Adams
John Speer
Walter Edwards
Sterling
Bath Towels Sale This Week Only
Regular bath towels priced at 35 cents drop to 20 cents this week. Limited quantities available at participating stores.
Fishing Party Returns After Week on Kentucky River
Messrs. Howard Reis Oliver Howell David Howell and Jil son Whitsitt returned from a week long fishing trip on the Kentucky River reporting only fair luck.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs
Howard Reis
Oliver Howell
David Howell
Jilson Whitsitt
Kentucky
Appointment of Special Agent for Henry Clay Fire Ins Co
Mr G E Coleman is named Special Agent for the Hail Department of Henry Clay Fire Insurance Co. He will operate across the state of Kentucky.
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G. E. Coleman
Hail
The
Henry Clay Fire Insurance Co
Kentucky
Weds Lexington Girl at Lexington Home
Mr. Chester O. Elam of this city and Miss Alma Cravens of Lexington married at the bride's home in Lexington Monday. They returned by the 7 15 train to this city for a reception at the groom's parents on Richmond avenue. The Advocate extends congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chester O. Elam
Alma Cravens
Lexington
O. S. Elam
Richmond Avenue
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America
Vieazie
Mary Jane and
Mary Coons
Albert Bail
Jesse Hainline
Morison
Dyke Duty
A. Bailey
Jas. Pinney
Harold Brooks
Ray McCarty
Marcella Cliles
Chiles van Antwerp
Babe
Clyde Darsie
Attacs
Colt
Brunner
Kant
OLD Home
Magazine Agency
Eliza Samuels Ross
Mr. Sterling
Mt. Sterling National Bank
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