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Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1914

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Miss Sallie Greene Dies After Long Illness at 48

Sallie Williams Greene, eldest daughter of James and Catherine Greene, died Thursday night after a long illness. Survived by mother, sister Mrs J Arch Mason, and brothers H K Greene J O Greene Roy S Greene of Montgomery County. Funeral in Baptist church with Rev W J Bolin and Rev J S Wilson. burial at Machpelah Cemetery. A Georgetown College graduate and noted teacher, she was a devout Baptist, known for charity and scholarship. Floral tributes reflected her character and deeds of love. Her life reflected faith and service to others.

Sallie Williams Greene James Greene Catherine Oldham Greene J. Arch Mason H. K. Greene J. O. Greene Roy S. Greene Montgomery County Baptist

Kryl's Concert Delayed to 8:30 PM at Table Opera House

Bohumir Kryl and his two daughters will perform at Table Opera House this evening, but the concert will start at 8:30 due to a protracted meeting at the Christian church. The delay accommodates attendees of both events.

Table Opera House Bohumir Kryl Christian Church

Seed Sale Prompt at The Fair

A one year note offers new garden seeds with a deal at The Fair booth. Buy here two papers for 5 cents and receive seeds.

Smallpox Breaks Out in City Quarantine Enforced

The first city smallpox case was reported Friday and the afflicted family was quarantined. Rumors of four cases circulated, but verification was unclear. The patient’s house stands far from others and guards are posted while authorities take all precautions to contain the disease.

Horsemen urged to order cards and folders

Stockbreeders and horsemen are urged to place orders for horse cards and folders at local facilities. The note promises unmatched service and guaranteed satisfaction, predicting a big year ahead for the stockbreeders.

New Officers Elected for Mt Sterling Lodge 723

Mt Sterling Lodge No. 723 B P O Elks elected officers for the coming year led by John A. Judy Exalted Ruler with W F Crooks Leading Knight and W L Killpatrick Lecturing Knight E W Senff Secretary J O Greene Treasurer C W Kirkpatrick Tiler C B Patterson Trustee and Board of Governors members W S Lloyd W B White and R G Kern Judy named Representative to the Grand Lodge in Denver with Kern as alternate Senff enters tenth consecutive term as Secretary.

Mt. Sterling B. P. O. Ellis John A. Judy W. F. Crooks W. L. Killpatrick E. W. Senff J. O. Greene C. W. Kirkpatrick C. B. Patterson W. S. Lloyd W. B

Flour Sale Ad In Eldean Auction March 14

A locality notice announces a flour sale in Eldean on Saturday March 14. The prize taker is listed as $2.55 per cwt with contact W P Weckesser phone 552A Ewington Kentucky.

Eldean W. P. Weckesser Ewington

Rents Warehouse From Burley Tobacco Firm

Messrs Kirkpatrick and Clay rent the Burley Tobacco Company warehouse on the Levee turnpike for the next year. The house was rented at public outcry at the Court House door.

Messrs. Kirkpatrick & Clay Burley ‘Tobacco Company Levee Turnpike Court House

Flour Sale at Ewington This Saturday

The Advocate for Printing notes a flour sale at Ewington scheduled for Saturday, March 14, 1914, inviting locals to attend and purchase flour.

Ewington

Editorial on Presidential Patronage in Kentucky and Senator James

The Lexington Herald critiques Senator James and President Wilson over federal patronage in Kentucky. It argues patronage builds a whiskey-aligned machine, questions James's independence, and warns of consequences for the Post Office and wider party power if patronage is used to favor opponents.

Lexington Herald Montgomgomery County Mt. Sterling James Montgomery County Washington Squire Turner Chiles Bryan Goebel Mr. Bryan Gov. Goebel Wilson Kentucky Senator James Taft Bradley Democratic Party Senate

Insurance agents shielded by Glenn bill fallout

Local insurers halt new policies due to the Glenn bill passed by the legislature and signed by the Governor. In force policies remain, but agents fear out-of-state firms will withdraw and many mortgage-backed businesses will face higher insurance costs.

Glenn

Embroideries 2,500 Yards Cut to 5 Cents a Yard

The Fair offers 2,500 yards of embroidery at a reduced price of five cents per yard for this week only. Customers urged to visit THE FAIR for the sale.

Judy bill moves Montgomery County to commission plan

The House and Senate pass the Judy bill with unanimous votes to adopt a countywide commission plan. Three county commissioners will be elected in 1915 and take office in 1916, with the county divided into three districts for representation. The non-partisan provision is omitted but hoped to be added next session. Citizens thank Senator J Will Clay, Rep John A Judy, and Lt. Gov Edward J McDermott for support.

Advocate House Montgomery County Senate James B .McCreary J. Will Clay John A. Judy Edward J. McDermott

Lot For Sale On Sycamore Street Near Clay

Property listing on Sycamore Street near Clay available for sale. Contact Miss Sue Evans at phone 445 for details and appointment.

Sycamore Street Clay Sue Evans

Do You Go to Church or Attend Your Church

The reader asks about personal religious practice and church attendance, seeking guidance or clarification on whether one attends a church regularly. The question implies curiosity about devotion and routine in faith life.

Splendid Meeting At Local Christian Church

Crowded nightly for a week as Rev. Mark Collis of Lexington leads a protracted meeting at the Christian church assisted by Rev. E A Osborne of Rome GA. About 120 members have joined the church and organizers claim this is one of the best meetings the city has seen.

The Christian Church Mark Collis Lexington E. A. Osborne Rome

Artistic Treat to Show Sixty Hand colored Paintings

The Woman's Club brings sixty hand colored films of contemporary American paintings to Mount Sterling on March twelve at the Table Opera House. Courtesy of Mr. Wilkerson the films will run with the regular picture show at no extra charge. They are prepared for the National Federation of Women’s Clubs and are described as the most beautiful yet released.

Woman's Club Mount Sterling Wilkerson Table Opera House National Federation of Women’s Clubs

Small Blaze At Cafe Noted In Rear Of Mirris Cafe

A small fire was found Sunday night about midnight at the rear of Mirris Cafe beside The Walsh Co. and S. P. Greenwade. The fire department arrived quickly and extinguished the flames. Damage to the cafe was slight and covered by insurance.

Mirris Walsh Co S. P. Greenwade

New City Firm Formed for Contracting and Repair Work

Messrs Wesley Ginn and L G Howard of this city form a partnership to do general contracting and repair work. Ginn will supervise all operations while Howard handles the business side. Both are described as excellent gentlemen and expected to succeed.

Messrs Wesley Ginn L. G. Howard Ginn Howard

For Sale Large Gas or Coal Heating Stove Spot Cash

A large heating stove suitable for gas or coal is offered for sale at Spot Cash Grocery. Two small heating stoves are also available at the same location.

Spot Cash Grocery

Closing Out Sale At Spot Cash Grocery

Four pound bag of head rice priced at 25 cents and three pound bag of Rio coffee for 50 cents offered at Spot Cash Grocery as part of a closing out sale.

Spot Cash Grocery

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