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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1913
Page
1
City leaders plan a July Fourth celebration with C and O and K and S A special rates, brass bands, horse races, and a grand night display at the Fairgrounds run by safety experts. Littlejohn's Carnival Co. will offer free attractions. The notice urges safe, supervised festivities for children and invites all to attend.
Bryan and Whitehead and John Robinson consolidate their interests forming Bryan and Robinson. Mr Whitehead retires from the former firm and plans future work. The new firm operates from the Bryan and Whitehead building and aims to take effect around July 1.
Joe Heinrich eldest son of Thos. and Mrs. Heinrich, married Miss Nancye Sample of Morgan County in Hazel Green last week. The couple, viewed with warm wishes by friends, begin their life together after a local engagement noted with small ads for Vanarsdell’s raspberries and the Variety Store.
Mt Sterling hosts Redpaths Chautauquas this week featuring renowned preachers, speakers, singers and musicians. Citizens are urged to buy season tickets now as the event promises value and lasting impact.
The Children’s Day program at St Gilead was a great success reflecting credit on Miss Ida McKee and assistants Mrs Ernest Gillaspie and Mrs Chas Hainline. Pastor Hirshman drilled the chorus and the event featured a notable orchestra with Miss McKee at the organ, Clay Fogg on cello, and Mrs Hirshman and Mrs Fogg on violin. Recitations were strong, especially Miss Hamilton and the young Theresa Hainline who captivated the audience. Over 300 people attended.
G E Coons announces withdrawal as a Democratic candidate for Mt. Sterling mayor before the August 2 state primary. He thanks supporters and pledges to aid community development regardless of party.
A Mt Sterling resident proposes to subscribe as one of ten investors to fund a first class turnpike from Mt Sterling to Maysville. Each of the ten must pledge at least 100 dollars, with the work overseen by a United States Engineer. The proposal was presented to Dr. W R Thompson, president of the Business Men’s Club, who will summon the investors if accepted.
Mr. B. F. Buckner who has led the local telephone company as manager for years will soon move to Atlanta Ga in the engineering department. A. J. Miller will take over Buckner’s duties at Winchester as manager of the Cumberland Telephone Co merger. Citizens express regret at Buckner’s departure acknowledging his efficiency and popularity while noting a successor has not yet been chosen. Matting Rugs 10 and 25 cents Straw Matting per yard 10c Plush Foot Stools 40c each The Fair.
Local plea urges residents to spend in town to keep money circulating locally. It explains that every dollar kept at home increases local prosperity and attracts more business, while sending dollars away reduces community wealth. Patronizing home industries is encouraged to boost the town’s economy.
Mr and Mrs Ben F Perry announce the engagement of their daughter Elizabeth Jean Perry to Kenney N DeHaven son of Mr and Mrs W A De Haven He is with the post office department in this city The couple are socially prominent and the engagement is widely welcomed by relatives and friends
The Mt. Sterling judge Robert H. Winn, a former Court of Appeals member, is linked with the Republican nomination for U S Senate next year. Supporters say his straight Republican stance and lack of faction ties would broaden appeal and boost strength if he enters the race, per the Louisville Times.
Dr. W B Robinson Assistant Veterinarian was sent to Fleming county by state authorities to investigate catarrhal fever in stock. He treated cases left medicine and instructions to farmers. The disease has caused many deaths but with proper care it may be controlled.
Mrs. Clay Parsons Trimble died suddenly last Tuesday after a stroke of paralysis in Camargo district. Wife of Esq. John Trimble, she was mourned by family and friends. Funeral at Camargo Christian church and burial at Machpelah cemetery. Survived by father, husband, three brothers Charles Parsons John Parsons R. D. Parsons and three sisters Andy McIntyre Emma Butler Ike Rogers and an adopted daughter.
Porter Huls twelve year old son of Mr and Mrs William Huls of Oil Springs Hotel suffered a month of jaw pain after a tooth was pulled. The extracted tooth carried an abscess at the roots and an X ray showed the jaw bone broken in two. He was taken to Lexington hospital Monday and an operation performed Tuesday.
The report notes horses performing well with Lucille Brooks and Ethel Grant posting mile times around 2:17 and Albert O. clocking 2:16 for the year. Chas. and Poyntz Bean and Pete Hensley stables are cited, with anticipation of sensational workouts in coming weeks.
Geo E Coleman is directed by the companies represented by Kirkpatrick Coleman Insurance Agency to adjust hail loss claims for their customers. The directive assigns Geo E Coleman to assess and settle the reported hail damage.
The writer from Wibaux Montana thanks the Sterling Advocate and asks to receive one weekly copy instead of two, noting one was sent to a neighbor who has moved away. Dated June 17, 1918.
Mr. Asa Samuels accepts a temporary position with H. G. Hoffman during Nell Tipton’s thirty day health related vacation. The notice notes Tipton’s health leave and Samuels stepping in for the period. Also mentions Vanarsdell's fresh vegetables available.
The Sterling Dancing Club hosts a June dance at the mam moth Farmers' Tobacco Warehouse on Locust Street this Wednesday evening. Saxton Trost orchestra of Lexington provides music. many visitors from Kentucky towns are noted among attendees.
Fire crews were called to the residence of W. F. Henry on Winn street Tuesday morning to extinguish a small blaze that started from ironing rags catching fire. Only minor damage resulted.
A reader asks if the store Greenwade's sells export silage red beef. The inquiry appears to probe product availability and potential specialty meat offerings.
The Table showcases standout cinema images from a renowned collection, highlighting iconic frames and masterful stills. Attendees are invited to view historic visuals that reflect exceptional photographic and storytelling craft.
Joe Thomas son of John Thomas dies at his home in this city after a lengthy invalid period following a serious work injury with the Old Kentucky Telephone Co. He was a devout Baptist and well regarded in the community with many friends grieving his death.
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