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Newspaper

Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1920

Page

4

Winn Announces Democratic Candidacy for Circuit Judge

The Advocate publishes the official announcement of Hon. John G. Winn seeking the Democratic nomination for Circuit Court Judge in the Rowan Bath Menefee Montgomery district. Born and raised in Montgomery County, Winn is praised for character, education, and qualifications. He embodies a resourceful mind and a solid Southland education aligning with voter expectations.

John G. Winn Rowan Bath Menefee Montgomery Advocate Winn South

Notable Legal Candidate Winn for District Judge

The piece praises Mr Winn as a well qualified candidate for a district judgeship. It highlights his preparation in law, graduation from a renowned college, and superior professional and oratorical abilities. Voters are urged to consider his merits and view him as an upright moral citizen.

Winn Mr. Winn

Votes Sought for Judge Henry R. Prewitt in Short Term

An advertisement urges voters in the district to support Judge Henry R. Prewitt for the remaining term after the death of Judge William A. Young. Prewitt, appointed by Gov. Black, currently serves as Circuit Judge and is described as a native from a prominent local family with prior service as Insurance Commissioner under the Beckham administration.

Henry R. Prewitt William A. Young Prewitt Black Beckham

McAdoo Emerging as Democratic Nominee Prospect

The text notes Democrats evaluating candidates for the presidency with McAdoo as a likely choice. It suggests no third party will arise and messengers will select the nominee. It hints McAdoo may secure the first ballot nomination.

Democratic Party McAdoo United States

Births: Daughter for Vernon and Martha Conley in Louisa

Announcement says Mr and Mrs Vernon Conley welcomed a daughter at their Louisa home. The Conleys formerly lived in Mt Sterling. Also, Clay Sutherland of Swift Co welcomed a daughter Jane Clay at his Paris home Thursday morning. Mrs Sutherland was formerly Martha Frances Strode of Winchester with many county relatives.

Vernon Conley Louisa Mrs. Conley Mt. Ster Clay Sutherland Swift & Co Paris Jane Clay

Bourbon County Citizens Fund Road and Bridge Bonds

Bourbon County citizens pledged 60000 at a Saturday meeting by Road Commissioners Catesby Spears and John T. Collins to the first issue of road and bridge bonds. A $500,000 bond issue for road and bridge work had been approved by voters.

Catesby Spears John T. Collins Bourbon Circuit Court Court of Appeals Bourbon County

Local Health Bulletin Reports Improvement Across Several Patients

Mrs. W. M. Riessenger has shown improvement after illness. Robert Smith of Asheville Ohio is greatly improved after a serious illness. Mrs. Alice R. Turner, previously very ill in recent days, is regarded as somewhat improved.

Robert Smith Asheville Ohio Alice R. Turner

Injunction Filed Against Bourbon County Board

Citizens of Millersburg seek a court order to stop the Bourbon County educational board from purchasing the Millersburg Military Institute property owned by Col. C. M. Best. They claim spending $40,000 exceeds legal authority and income limits. Hearing set before Circuit Judge Robert L. Stout in Frankfort today.

Citizens of Millersburg Educational Board of Bourbon County Col. C. M. Best Millersburg Military Institute Robert L. Stout Frankfort

Menefee Court Adjourns Until July Second

The Menefee Circuit Court adjourned on Thursday and will resume Friday July 2. The action ends temporary sessions and schedules forthcoming hearings.

Menefee

Boy injured by toy pistol in Columbia

Duncan McKee seven year old son of Judge H McKee of Columbia was injured Friday June 18 by a toy pistol loaded with a blank cartridge. His right hand was X rayed and though painful no serious injury is expected.

Duncan McKee Columbia H. McKee

Apple butter offered in pints quarts and gallons

Advertisement for pure apple butter made with granulated sugar lists pricing in pints quarts and gallons. Includes contact phone number 431 and reference to a period code (74-2t).

S. P. Dem

Marry Here Hicks Wells and Leona Conn Wed at Home

Hicks Wells and Leona Conn both 19 were married Friday by Rev. Clyde Darsie at his residence in this city. The couple is well known locally and will reside here after the ceremony.

Hicks Wells Leona Conn Clyde Darsie

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J. W. Hedden, SR J. W. Hedden, JR Mary C. Ayres Mt. Sterling Montgomery County Twenty-first District Kentucky R. E. Punch & Co R. E R. G. Kern R. E.punch Ling United Clothing Stores Bourbon Board Menefee Court Olympian Springs Emile Pragoff Louisville, Ky Central Owingsville Smith A. P. Brown Mgr Olympia MT. Sterling, Kentucky Democratic 21St Judicial District
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