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Newspaper

Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1911

Page

4

Sixth Annul State Farmers Institute Held In Our City

Judson Harmon of Ohio advocated presidential science in agriculture at the Sixth Annul State Farmers Institute held here last week. The event drew large attendance and strong educational value, yet local interest seemed tepid as attendees derided "book farming." The piece urges adoption of scientific farming as key to success like the western and northern states.

Farmers’ Institute Great West Northwest

Remove the Brush From Streets Wreaking Havoc

Citizens demand action after a storm left large branches and fallen trees across streets. Officers cannot clear the mess without public cooperation and civic pride, urging residents to remove debris and support Mr Sterling’s efforts.

Sterling

Illustrated Lecture by Dr. T. B. Ray in Richmond

Dr. T. B. Ray of Richmond Va will give an illustrated address at the First Baptist Church Tuesday evening March 7. The presentation uses stereopticon views. Admission is free and no collection will be taken. All are invited.

T. B. Ray Richmond First Baptist Church

Vanarsdell & Co Market Offerings Review

A brief note surveys the range of goods and services available from Vanarsdell & Co, highlighting market offerings and potential purchases for customers this season.

Vanarsdell & Co

Telephone repairs after storm in city county

Mr. B. F. Buckner manager of the Old Kentucky Telephone and Telegraph Co says a large force is repairing damage from the recent storm and all phones in this city and county will be in first class order within a week or ten days while Clark county will take at least three weeks.

B. F. Buckner Old Kentucky Telephone and Telegraph Compa Clark County

Walsh Bros Offers J and M Shoes for Purchase

Walsh Bros advertises J and M shoes for sale with pricing and purchase details. Includes location and contact for buyers.

Walsh Bros

Mrs Effie Carmichael Dies of Tuberculosis

Mrs Effie Carmichael wife of John Carmichael died at her home Friday February 24 after a long illness of tuberculosis. Funeral services were at the residence conducted by Rev H D Clark and burial followed in Machpelah. She was about 34 and left five children.

Effie Carmichael John Carmichael H. D. Clark Machpelah

Peril of Volcanic Waves Across Calm Seas

The article explains rare but feared waves caused by underwater volcanic activity. It notes volcanoes occur at sea near coasts and that seabed disturbances can generate surface tsunamis. It cites past instances where ships faced such waves and reflects on the vast, largely unseen underwater world.

Pacific Ocean San Francisco Asia

For Sale Good Sound Wagon Team

For sale a good sound wagon team 34 feet trailing frame J W Jewell is the seller.

Good, Sound Wagon Team J. W. Jewell

Army Recruiting Notice Seeks Eligible Men in Kentucky

Wanted for U. S. Army. Able bodied unmarried men between ages 18 and 35 who are U.S. citizens of good character and temperate habits. Must be able to speak read and write English. For information apply to Recruiting Officer Lexington Somerset London Jackson and Mount Sterling Ky. 32-tf.

United States Lexington Somerset London Jackson Mt. Sterling

Ben Goldberg Hat Repairman Visit at National Hotel

Ben Goldberg the hatter of Cynthiana will be in this city Thursday March 2 at the National Hotel. Bring an old hat for repair. he offers reasonable prices and expert Panama work. Six inch nappies priced at 2.25 at Jones' store.

Ben Goldberg Cynthiana National Hotel

Mayor Establishes Office in New Quarters

Mayor W. A. Samuels has established an office in the room recently occupied by City Tax Collector B. J. McDonald, marking a new arrangement for city administration.

W. A. Samuels B. J. McDonald

Alarm clocks priced at 55 cents each

Local shop Jo es offers alarm clocks at 55 cents per unit, a low price point likely aimed at budget shoppers and schoolrooms. The ad highlights bulk purchase potential and immediate availability at the store.

Winchester Monument Works Ad

Winchester Kentucky advertisement offers monuments with best work and lowest prices. The seller invites inquiries and pledges to visit customers to discuss orders and save money.

Winchester

Engraved calling cards at Advocate Pub Co

Engraved calling cards available at the Advocate Pub Co Inc The ad also notes cut glass pitchers priced at four dollars at Jones's store

The Advocate Pub. Co., Inc Jones

Concrete Blocks and Pavement Estimates Offered

Local contractor advertises concrete blocks for building purposes in any size or length. It touts unmatched concrete walls and cost savings, promising capabilities with notable comparison to Sean.

Sean

Brown Y Willis Elected President of Lumber Dealers

Brown Y Willis of Nicholasville was elected president of the Retail Lumber Dealers Association at its Seelbach session to succeed John F Frey of Louisville. Frey surrendered the gavel and Willis urged member cooperation in continuing the work. Willis is brother to Dr W T Willis of the city.

Brown Y. Willis Nicholasville Retail Lumber Dealers’ Association Seelbach Auditorium John F. Frey Louisville Willis Frey W. T. Willis

Fire at Wilmore Destroys Stable Property Worth 160000

A Sunday afternoon blaze gutted a livery stable in Wilmore, spreading rapidly and destroying property valued at 160000 or more. No injuries are reported, and the cause is under investigation.

Wilmore

Locust fence posts advertised by J B Spratt

For locust fence posts both large and small see J B Spratt call 746 or box 207.

J. B. Spratt

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Judson Harmon Ohio the Institute Letterle Boone County Johnson County Commissioner of Agriculture and State Agriculture Col Jege Harrods Creek, KY Cz Son C. W. Harris Mt. Sterling National Bank Chere C. B. Patterson Ollie M. James U. S. Army Mayor’s New Quarters F. H. Jackson Prop E, C. Hainline & CO Graser & Humphreys Kentucky Manhattan Eclipse Barcus van and Rogers CO. Inc Joe M. Conroy
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