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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1921
Page
1
A brisk but downbeat stockyards sale featured slow cattle and draggy Jersey yearlings with top cattle at 61 2 cents and average lots around 4 to 5 cents. Draft horses and young mules sold for 40 to 60 dollars per head while local farmers finish tobacco and crops look favorable for July profits.
The Table Theatre announces starting June 27 the theatre will close Tuesday and Thursday nights until further notice due to poor attendance. Management says the move preserves the theatre’s prestige by avoiding cheap attractions.
T Foster Rogers sold for Mrs. David Howell property on East side of North Sycamore Street to Dr. H L Clark of Paris Ky. He will move in around July 16 with his family to reside and practice medicine.
Captain C. H. Petry of this city was re-elected president of the Central Kentucky Millers Association at its Lexington meeting last week. Petry also serves as president of the Monarch Milling Co. in town and is viewed as an aggressive local citizen.
Mt. Sterling Baseball Club adds two victories over Louisville Brick Co from Grahn Ky winning 7 to 4 and 7 to 3. Wallandingham pitched both days with Thoss in defense and Daniels adding two hits Sunday. Next Sunday the Wiedemans visit as the lineup strengthens for a likely record crowd.
Walter H. Wright declares in a public notice he runs for County Court Clerk on his own merits and will announce his deputy, a lady, if elected. He denies backing by politicians or any political clique and asks voters to rely on his individual qualifications.
Burglars entered the Grassy Lick Pike residence of C. B. Stephens Thursday night seizing a gold watch belonging to his deceased father and taking a $29 bill and loose change. The theft was confined to the room and valuables elsewhere untouched. No suspects have been identified and residents are urged to be vigilant amid a U S Mail thief reward notice.
The $35,000 Montgomery County loan to Kentucky for the Winchester pike was accepted by the State Highway Department in Frankfort. A survey is to be conducted within weeks with bids to be advertised and construction to start soon.
The Advocate promotes a live wives themed prize campaign offering about $1500 in prizes. Candidates are urged to work hard, recruit via mail and phone, and take advantage of vote offers and club subscriptions before the July 14th and July 30th deadlines. Strong emphasis on perseverance and active campaigning.
Local merchants offer votes with purchases for The Advocate Prize Campaign. Shoppers can obtain votes at checkout from Kellers-Dry Goods Land & Priest-Drugs Bryan & Robinson W A Sutton & Son L M Redmond Novelty Store The Delicious Cafe Hombs & Co Vanarsdell & Co Groceries The Tabb Theatre.
The State Highway Commission met in Frankfort and recommended a representative from each of Kentucky’s eleven Congressional districts to help finance road building. A county appointee will assist. Capt. C. H. Perry of this city is named for the Ninth District. The plan goes to the next legislature for approval. Citizens of Montgomery County expect careful advocacy with Capt. Petry on the commission.
John A. Fallis, who had been hiding since last Wednesday night after shooting seven men in Frankfort including four policemen, surrendered yesterday afternoon to his cousin Will Farris and is jailed in Jefferson county. He was transported to Louisville by his cousin T. KE. Keny, a special officer, and Orville Harrod.
The Walsh Company showcases a premium line of travel trunks designed for hard wear and long journeys, emphasizing durability and reliable construction.
A brick wall at the old Climax Mill on Mill Row loosened and fell Sunday night. An elderly Black man said to be sleeping in the building is missing, and authorities fear he was killed and buried under the wreckage.
Catalogues for the Montgomery County Fair are printed and can be obtained by calling at the office of W. Hoffman Wood.
Hartman Wardrobe Trunks advertised as a low price option at The Walsh Company. The ad emphasizes substantial savings versus large city stores and promotes the trunks as a value choice for buyers.
The Salvation Army Home Service Campaign opened with a Tag Day and house to house canvas. About 150 dollars were collected, with a local donation of 100 dollars. total near 250 dollars. A prominent woman praised the Army for welfare work and wartime service. The campaign aims a 2,400 dollar city county quota, with emphasis on maternity care and an advisory board with the American Legion.
The two week revival at the Methodist and Presbyterian churches ended Sunday night with a packed house and about 105 additions to town churches. Dr Thacker and the Harbison singers will be remembered by Mt. Sterling residents.
Ben Branham aged 17 son of Mrs Anna Branham was severely injured on the Matt Oldham farm near Levee when a team of mules he drove became frightened and rushed the wagon crushing his head. He is reported in a serious condition.
Mt Sterling hosts a full day of attractions on June 25 featuring an automobile race with top drivers from the Indianapolis circuit and Indiana fans. The event includes auto polo in the forenoon, a balloon ascension, airplane flight, balloon and stage shows, high diving exhibitions, and free music by a Lexington military band plus a jazz ensemble.
G. D. Sullivan & Co. announce a 60 day closure from July 1 for repairs and remodeling. The establishment will reopen September 1 and resume buying poultry and hides at top market prices.
J R Carrington of Carlisle died of tuberculosis after a lingering illness at his home last Thursday. He was a brother in law of Mrs Tom Scott of this city and was well known and widely related. The funeral was held at Bethel on Friday and attended by Mr and Mrs Tom Scott of this city.
For sale one upright piano and one organ with 80 music rolls. The organ can play the piano or both together or separately. See Geo. W. Hodge at the corner of Bank and Locust Street. Furniture repaired. Library tables made and sold.
The article notes a chart in the Ladies Specialty Shoppe listing Chamber of Commerce members by attendance and percentage, urging careful study to boost regular attendance and interest in city and county growth.
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