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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1914
Page
1
The Baptist church bought from George McAlister a brick residence on High street for the new minister. J. S. Wilson will move there this month after Mr. McAlister relocates to Howard avenue. The sale price was not disclosed but described as favorable.
Mr. Walter Wright purchases the interest of partner John McCormick in the Variety Store and will continue the business under the same name. He assures friends the store will maintain the same courteous treatment and fair dealing in the future as in the past.
Master Richard Stevens won first prize for best represented character at the skating rink last week. Joe Bogie took second. In the girls contest Miss Catherine Conroy earned first and Elizabeth Barnes placed second.
On Saturday March 7 at 2 oclock the two story residence of J M Hutsel, a prominent central Kentucky property, will be sold at auction on Hirl avenue. Prospective buyers urged to attend and bid.
Mr. J. M. McCormick bought the trotter Jack Daw from Lexington sale. Jack Daw ran 2 28 and 2 14 in trials and stands 16 hands high weighing 1200 pounds. McCormick plans a season at the Fair Grounds and invites friends to see the horse’s pedigree before booking mares.
Cravens and McCormick report the sale of Cook and Allen as well attended. Farm tools and household goods brought extra good prices. Stock sold at good prices. Large crowd present and bidding spirited.
A two story frame house on Halt Avenue with hardwood finish bath gas furnace and cellars plus poultry runs and fruit trees will be sold at auction next Saturday March 7 at 2 o'clock.
A brief notice invites patrons to see Senator Clay perform at the Table Opera House in town. The event is described as a movie screening with admission listed at 10 cents.
Auctioneer Allie W. McCormick reports a well attended sale of Jno W. Cockrell on Wednesday with livestock and farm implements selling at good prices.
Senator Ollie M. James and Congressman Wm. J. Fields back two candidates for Postmaster as H. W. Lockridge nears term end. The decision rests with the Postmaster General and the President, with both camps active and the outcome uncertain. Lockridge will continue to run the office with his staff through the transition.
Paul Strother of Bank Street Garage announces a carload of Ford automobiles arriving this week. He says Ford is better this year and can be purchased for less. He invites the public to inspect before buying.
The Sanitary Meat Market installed a new electric meat chopper and grinder and invites the public to inspect this modern machine. It is described as the latest model on the market.
Adams Hough and Howard present a lush musical fantasy The Prince of Tonight at the Table Opera House on March 26. Set pieces include Palm Beach Florida and the Delftwood in the land of the moon, promising a lavish stage experience.
Advertises top market prices for eggs and poultry. Contacts H. J. Porter manager, phone 840, residence 510, opposite Post Office.
Trade notice states our agency for Celebrated Blue Ribbon Garden Seeds is turned over to The Fair. Mr. Heflin will continue selling the seeds at 2 papers for 5 cents on spot cash through Spot Cash Grocery Co.
Plans and specifications for rebuilding the Maysville pike from this city to Sharpsburg in Bath county have arrived. The bid advertisement may be seen on another page. The highway will greatly benefit merchants in both cities.
A local skating rink offers a $5 prize for best represented characters and a week of free skating as second prize. The event is Tuesday night March 6 between 8:30 and 9:00 pm with Brown's Saxophone Trio performing at 8:30 and no skating during the concert. Only contestants on the floor. children under 15 barred from the floor.
Mr W Caldwell Clay sold his seven passenger White automobile at a good figure and bought a new White 30 from H Clay McKee Sons Co. The car is touted as a top model for demonstration use in this section, with Hupmobile also offered by the firm.
A note from Mrs. J. W. Hedden requests butter be furnished at her residence on Winn Street in a proposed yearly engagement. The message reflects a personal arrangement rather than a formal contract.
A public sale will be held for the Hutsel residence on Holt Avenue this Saturday afternoon March 7 at 2 o'clock. The home is described as ideal with all modern improvements.
Local shop promotes high quality home killed meats with emphasis on cleanliness and trust. The market markets choice cuts and suggests customers will receive top grade products aligned with their standards and values.
The Fair promotes a large spring wallpaper line for home decorating. Shoppers are invited to preview patterns before purchasing, with emphasis on new designs and affordable options.
Bradley delivered a notable address before the Young Democracy banquet at Frankfort, leaving a favorable impression for its clarity and influence.
Adams Hough and Howard present The Prince of Tonight at Table Opera House on March 26. The show features a clever plot about a blooming century plant with opportunities for transformations and group stage pictures, produced by George Marion the famed stage producer.
John M. McCormick who sold his interest in the Variety Store has bought the bankrupt stock of the Racket Store on Maysville Street and added a fine new line. He will continue the business as McCormick's Racket Store and invites friends to call for goods in his line.
Auction notice states stock unsuitable for March sale and will be postponed. If enough stock becomes saleable by late April a sale will be held then.
Greasy Creek Cannel and Millers Creek are cited as the best coals mined and promoted by McDonald Bros for buyers to seek out their stone coal offerings.
Daily consignments of fresh fish arrive at the Sanitary Meat Market, offering locals a steady supply of seafood. The notice emphasizes fresh deliveries and ongoing availability for customers.
Mrs. Elizabeth Berry aged 76 died at her Levee precinct residence Saturday. She was a highly respected woman and her remains were sent to Paris cemetery for interment.
Mr. L. C. McCormick relocated this week to his new residence on Samuels avenue. The previous house was bought and will be occupied by Mr. and Mrs. P. D. Bryan.
For sale seed corn Boone county white ig2 crop in good condition. Extra good ears ready for harvest. Contact Snyder at phone 60 for details. Geo location: Snyder area. 35-4
Classified advert cites Vanarsdell & Co seeking a settled white woman for cooking and housework Mrs R M Allen Lexington Kentucky. Also lists cheap suits and hats with prices across a bankruptcy sale.
An old Brunner's ad markets Ralston Health Shoes in tan and black and highlights a claim that the store carries the finest line of groceries and vegetables in the city.
We lead, others try to follow as our new Electric Chopper grinds meats with faster efficiency.
The report notes 10 and 12 percent chose and socks, limited to a pair at Weckesser's bankruptcy sale, indicating small item purchases amid discount buying.
The Black and Old Gold Literary Society at M. C. H. S. held a program on Feb. 27 with Sophomore News by Gertrude Guilfoile and numerous student acts. The chapel was crowded and visitors were welcome to attend.
Beginning Wednesday the store will offer daily Stones' Famous Silver Slice Cakes priced at ten cents each. The item appears as a regular bake sale feature with limited daily availability.
The store offers 4 lb head rice for 25 cents and 3 lb Rio coffee for 50 cents as part of a closing out sale.
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