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Newspaper

Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Jun 27, 1916

Page

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Chautauqua Opens Next Week at Mt Sterling High School

The Redpath Chautauqua arrives Monday at Mt Sterling KY high school venue. Tickets are selling fast with prices rising to 3.00 after a early sellout. The program features lectures by William Rainey Bennett W E Wenner Ng Poon Chew and Francis Dunning plus concerts by Weatherwax and White Hussars with noted performers Julia Claussen and Pierre Henrottee in Chicago roots.

Redpath Chautauqua Mt. Sterling High School A. Sena Penry MT. Sterling Henry N. Barbee W. €. Wenner Frane Dunning Children’s Worker

Advertising Sparks Attention With Compelling Appeal

A concise note highlights how strong advertising captures notice. It stresses that effective ads draw focus through clear messaging and visual impact, urging marketers to craft persuasive campaigns.

Death of Mrs. Margaret Roberts Prompts Community Rites

Mrs. Margaret Roberts, 69, died Friday morning after a stroke last Christmas. A Christian church member known for charity, she is survived by two children Scott Roberts and Mrs. Matthew Guy, plus two sisters and two stepchildren. Funeral was held Saturday at her home with Revs. Clyde Darsie and B W Trimble. burial in Machpelah cemetery. T. K. Barnes & Sons advertises fruits.

Margaret Roberts Christian Church

Married Sunday at Howard's Mill in Camargo

The quiet wedding of F D Richardson and Mrs J L Brown took place Sunday afternoon at Howard's Mill. Rev. Chappel officiated. The bride, widow of Dr Brown of North Middletown, long led the local telephone exchange and is beloved there. The groom, a Camargo merchant and extensive farmer, is well regarded. They visited Olympian Springs before settling at Camargo.

Howard’s Mill F. D. Richardson J. L. Brown Chappel Dr Brown North Middletown Camargo Olympian Springs

Husband and wife die within four weeks

Mrs. J. M. McGuire received a telegram announcing the death of her mother Mrs. M. H. Powers of Middletown Ohio. Powers 65, described as an excellent Christian woman. Four weeks earlier her husband had died. Notice ends with an advertisement urging readers to buy flour at J B White's.

J. M. McGuire M. H. Powers Middletown

J Y Rogers and Miss Davis Wed in Louisville

James Y Rogers of this city and Miss Mary Pratt Davis of Louisville wed at Fourth Avenue Baptist Church in Louisville last Thursday evening. The ceremony drew a large gathering. Ed Davis gave the bride in marriage. The couple, after visiting relatives in Leitchfield, will make their home here and reside with Mrs Ida Reis on Clay Street.

James Y. Rogers Mary Pratt Davis Louisville Fourth Avenue Baptist Church Ed. Davis Wilbur Maguffin Leitchfield J. W. Davis Falls City The Rogers Co Sterling Mrs. Rogers Ida Reis Clay Street

Finest Mayon naise Dressing at Greenwade's

Greenwade's offers the finest Mayon naise dressing. Shoppers can enjoy a rich creamy flavor designed to elevate sandwiches and salads. The store promotes quality ingredients and a classic condiment favored by families.

Greenwade’s

Peerless Exchange Sold to Miss Lucy Randall

Miss Marion Groves sold her Peerless Exchange business to Miss Lucy Randall. Possession to be given immediately. price not disclosed. Groves plans a July 1 departure with sister Minnie Groves for Ohio and other northern states then Florida to make her future home.

Marion Groves Lucy Randall Miss Groves Minnie Groves Ohio Florida

Pineapples and Cantaloupes Sold by T. K. Barnes & Sons

Florida pineapples and Mission Belle cantaloupes along with watermelons are listed as offerings from T. K. Barnes & Sons. The note highlights fresh produce provided by the vendor.

Florida Mission Belle T. K. Barnes & Sons

Train Derails on C. and O. Line at Hurricane W Va

Train No. 3 derailed on the main line at Hurricane West Virginia with engine and eight cars leaving the tracks. No injuries reported and the train, due at 4 15, was delayed until 10 o’clock Monday night.

Hurricane W. Va

Haldeman Falls Short to Federals at Riddell’s Park

The Haldeman baseball team was defeated by the Federals 4 to 3 at Riddell's park Sunday afternoon in the best played game of the season. A large crowd attended. The local team travels to Cynthiana for a game Sunday.

Haldeman Federals Riddell’s Park Cynthiana

Floyd Clay Married Rachel Ware Bush in Clark County

Miss Rachel Ware Bush of Clark County and Floyd G. Clay of this city wed Wednesday at the bride’s parents home. Rev. C. C. Carroll officiated. The couple left for Lexington and an Eastern honeymoon. The bride wore a navy suit with citron hat. Clay is nephew of Judge John Hardwick and a leading Montgomery farmer.

Rachel Ware Bush Clark County Floyd G. Clay Leeland T. Bush C. C. Carroll Lexington John Hardwick Winchester Montgomery

Merchants Urged to Prepare Six Months Accounts Now

The Advocate offers quick service for statements billheads and printed matter as July begins. Merchants are advised to check stock and call Phone 74 for prompt production of account papers and related materials.

The Advocate

Benton Kinsolving Elected Captain of Company H

The friends of H. Benton Kinsolving celebrate his selection as Captain of Company H First Regiment Kentucky National Guard. A Mt. Sterling native now in Louisville and Virginia Military Institute graduate, he brings leadership and bearing. The role pays 2400 dollars annually in service and 40 dollars monthly in peace.

H. Benton Kinsolving Kentucky National Guard Mr. Kinsolving Mt. Sterling Louisville Virginia Military Institute Kinsolving

Sunbeam Mayonnaise Dressing Endorsed as Best Choice

P Greenwade proclaims Sunbeam Mayonnaise Dressing the best and only option. The endorsement highlights quality and flavor for everyday use.

P. Greenwade

Methodist Church Plans Summer Improvements

The Methodist church will repair its house of worship this summer and undertake several improvements including furnace repair and auditorium frescoing. After completion the church is expected to be one of the citys most attractive. Ball Brand Mason jars Star tin cans sealing wax paraffine wax honey jars.

Methodist Church Ball T. K. Barnes & Sons

Overland Popularity Grows Near Sideview

Mr Allie Clay Peed of near Sideview purchased a new Overland touring car through local agent Se 8 Pinney. The Overland is already popular in America and gaining local prestige. Pull line women hosiery offered from 15 cents to 1 50 at Brunner Shoe Co.

Allie Clay Peed Sideview Se 8 Pinney America

Immiment Mobilization for Mexican Border Readiness

Secretary Lansing telegraphed Mexico City demanding an early statement of Carranza aims after the Carrizal clash. The note notes orders from Carranza to Trevino and Pershing. About 15,000 troops nationwide prepare to move to the border with Kentucky militia beginning mobilization at Fort Thomas.

Carrizal United States Carranza Mexico City Lansing State Department Carranaza Trevino Pershing

Montgomery County Teachers Institute at County High School

The Montgomery County Teachers Institute will be held at the County High School building starting July 10. Sessions begin promptly at 8:30 a.m.

Montgomery County Teachers’ Institute

Spring Lamb Line Proves Popular at Greenwade Market

A full line of home-killed meats including spring lamb was offered at Greenwade Market, drawing steady customer interest and signaling strong demand for local produce from local butchers.

Mr. John T. Caywood Dies at 66 Near Grassy Lick

Mr John T Caywood aged 66 died at his home near Grassy Lick in this county on Sunday morning June 25 at 1030 of Brights disease Funeral services were held at the Christian church Monday at 3 pm conducted by Rev Clyde Darsie and the interment was in Machpelah cemetery under Watson Lodge No 32 I C O F He is survived by his wife and three sons William Akron O Gano Greencastle Ind Oscar Lexington The Advocate extends sympathy in this bereavement He was a kind hearted man who will be missed by many friends Home made peanut butter fresh every day Greenwade

John T. Caywood Grassy Lick This County Bright Christian Church This City Clyde Darsie Machpelah Cemetery Watson Lodge No. 32

Burglars Hit Two Homes on Friday Night

Burglars entered the homes of Wm Eubank Sr and Anderson Bogie on Maysville street Friday night. They took a small amount of change from a visitor's purse at Eubank's and seized Bogie's watch and keys, tying them to the door knob, then cut his pants into threads. No one was awakened and police continue the investigation.

Wm. Eubank Anderson Bogie Maysville Street Mr. Eubank Mr. Bogie

Roquefort Philadelphia Cream and Sandwich Cheese Ad

T. K. Barnes and Sons advertise Roquefort Philadelphia Cream and Sandwich Cheese.

Roquefort Philadelphia T. K. Barnes, & Sons

Undertaker A Lewis Mitchell Resigns for Hazard Post

A Lewis Mitchell of Paris and recently with W A Sutton & Son resigns and moves with his wife to Hazard Perry county on July first to head the undertaking department of the Hazard Hardware Company. He is noted as a fine young man and thorough undertaker and they are active church workers.

A. Lewis Mitchell Paris W. A. Sutton & Son Hazard Perry County Hazard Hardware Company Mitchell Blue Grass Sterling

Hazelrigg Podersai to Wed This Evening

Miss Julia Lee Hazelrigg daughter of Mr and Mrs Charlie T Hazelrigg and Mr Victor M Podersai an insurance representative will be united in marriage this evening at the bride’s parents home on the Camargo pike. Hazelrigg, a Mt Sterling High School graduate, is praised as attractive and popular while Podersai has made many friends in the city. The Advocate offers congratulations.

Julia Lee Hazelrigg Charlie T. Hazelrigg Victor M. Podersai Camargo Pike Hazelrigg Mt. Sterling High School Podersai Advocate

Brunner Shoe Co Slices Prices on Pumps and Oxfords

The Brunner Shoe Co reduces prices on pumps and oxfords from 3.00 to 2.45. This cuts costs for customers seeking formal footwear, reflecting a retailer’s response to market conditions.

Brunner Shoe Co

Strother Motors Sells More Ford Cars

The Strother Motors Co. reports last week sales of Ford cars to W. A. Wells and E. Anderson of the county. With ample stock on hand the firm can deliver immediately.

Strother Motors Co Ford W. A. Wells 8. E. Anderson

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Chautauqua Killarney Ildren’s Ty Land Franc’ Dunning Man Who William Rainey Bennett Frank Dunning Weatherwax Brothers Call of the New Day Charles Stelzle Miss France Dunning W. E. Wenner New Orient Ng Poon Chew Franc ’ Sitios Schumann Quintet Allen D. Albert Franc Dunning White Hussars Peg O Gay Zenda MacLaren Ernest Harold Baynes E. T. Hagerman Julia Claussen Chicago Grand Opera Co Pierre Henrottee Marcel Charlier Mrs. Roberts J. B. White’s J. B. White's J. Y. Rogers Miss Davis Floyd Clay Benton Kinsolving Company H the Brunner Shoe Co Lewis Morey Maj Jenkins Eleventh Cavalry Mexico Department of the East Virginia First Signal Corps Maryland New Hampshire Maine District of Columbia Pennsylvania Signal Corps Delaware Kentucky Fort Thomas Teachers’ Institute Greenwade Richard
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