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Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Mar 11, 1920

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John Ricketts Weds Grace Yancey in Owenton Ky

John Ricketts son of Dr and Mrs J T Ricketts married Grace Yancey at the bride's home in Owenton Kentucky on March 3. They plan to reside at the groom's adopted home in Belleview Missouri. The groom, a noted young farmer from the county, studied at the University of Kentucky Agricultural Dept with honors. The bride is a popular, charming young lady from her home city.

John Ricketts J. T. Ricketts Grace Yancey Owenton Belleview Flo Agricultural Department University of Kentucky

Farmers urged to attend Harrison talk at courthouse

E L Harrison of Lexington, president of the Farmers Educational and Co operative Union of America for Kentucky, will address county farmers at the courthouse Saturday at 1 PM. The meeting aims to organize a local farmers union to link with the larger organization and counter tobacco and other trusts.

E. L. Harrison Lexington Farmers Educational and Co-operative Union of America Kentucky Farmers’ Union

Grubbs to Graduate From University of Kentucky Law School

Thomas L. Grubbs son of Hon and Mrs Charles D Grubbs of this city will be graduated from the University of Kentucky law school in June He is a member of Phi Delta Theta Phi Alpha Delta Mystic 13 Henry Clay Law Society and Economics Club He earned athletic K s in baseball in 1915 and 1917 and was a noted varsity pitcher His scholastic standing and active student life make him one of the college’s outstanding and popular students.

Thomas L. Grubbs Charles D. Grubbs Law School University of Kentucky Tom Phi Delta Theta Fraternity Phi Alpha Delta Fraternity Mystic Henry Clay Law Society Economics Club Tom Grubbs

Farmer trades two properties along Lulbegrad and Hinkston pikes

W. S. Hamilton sells about 190 acres on the Lulbegrad pike to W. E. Jones for 250 per acre and buys Jones' 4912 acre on the Hinkston pike for 600 per acre. The exchange was arranged through agent Hoffman Wood.

W. S. Hamilton Lulbegrad Pike W. E. Jones Jones Hinkston Pike W. Hoffman Wood

Tobacco fertilizer ad promotes Carolina Chemical Co brand

Classified ads advertise tobacco fertilizer for bright tobacco from the Carolina Chemical Co. Sold by Mt. Sterling Commission & Storage Co. at Queen and Railroad.

Carolina Chemical Co Mt. Sterling Commission & Storage Co Queen and Railroad

Baptist Revival Announcement From Dr. J. H. Dew

Dr J H Dew of Ridgecrest N C returns to lead a revival at the Lexington First Church after a successful Andalusia meeting. The Andalusia report cites 94 accessions and a raised pastor salary of $600 annually, with strong spiritual impact and unanimous invitation for another meeting.

Baptist Church Pe A. J. Dew Dr. Dew Lexington Winchester Dew Alabama A. J. Preston Andalusia J. H. Dew Ridgecrest N. C Jesus Christ Christ

Mrs Mary C Ayres Shines as Local News Editor

Laurel Mississippi salutes Mrs Mary C Ayres widow of Col Mott Ayres publisher of the Daily Leader. A Mt Sterling Advocate issue names her local news editor and praises eight page paper filled with engaging news. Locals expect a bright future for her in newspapers.

Move To This City By Horace Lane Family

Horace Lane and family of Owingsville moved to their new home on Clay Street after purchasing the residence from C M Ratliff. Mr Ratliff and his daughter Miss Carolyn Ratliff left yesterday for Lexington, where they bought property and will establish their future home.

Horace Lane Owingsville C. M. Ratliff Clay Street Mr. Ratliff Carolyn Ratliff Lexington

Traders National Bank Granted Trust Department in Kentucky

The Federal Reserve Board allows Traders National Bank to act as trustee executor administrator registrar of stocks and bonds guardian of estates receiver committee of estates and other fiduciary roles under federal and state law. The new trust department will expand local banking facilities and likely attract public use.

Federal Reserve Board Traders National Bank Kentucky Federal Reserve Act Trust Department

Many Arrests Made by Policeman Stockdale

Policeman Stockdale has made many arrests for traffic violations in the past ten days. Almost all offenders plead guilty in police court and receive fines. He is praised for enforcing motor vehicle laws.

Stockdale

Farnum Star Turns Up In New Fox Production Heart Strings

William Farnum again appears in a William Fox production Heart Strings coming to the Table Theatre Friday. The drama follows a brother’s sacrifice for his sister with scenes in Quebec’s Laurentian Valley Greenwich Village New York and a Canadian village blending humor and pathos.

William Farnum William Fox Table Theatre Laurentian Quebec New York Greenwich Village

Loyalty Fades Without Genuine Appreciation

The piece conveys that loyalty cannot be bought and persists only with sincere recognition, while it declines when appreciation remains indifferent or scarce.

Hanging Measure Clears House On Murder Bill

The House of Representatives passed by 68 to 16 a bill by Arch Hamilton of Fayette County to hang criminals convicted of criminal assault in the county where the crime occurred. An amendment limits the execution to a county enclosure with attendance capped at 100. The measure heads to the Senate with expectations of support.

House of Representatives Arch Hamilton Fayette County Senate

Lockett Executed At Eddyville Prison

Will Lockett, confessed slayer of Geneva Hardman and four other women, was executed at Eddyville prison at 4 14 in the morning. Two 2100 volt electrical currents were applied for 72 and 76 seconds, the switch by Chief Engineer Collier, and prison physician Hussey declared death at 4 52.

Will Lockett Geneva Hardman Eddyville Prison Collier Hussey

Move to Lexington by Mr and Mrs Chris Leahy

Mr and Mrs Chris Leahy leave this city for Lexington where they have long resided. Mr Leahy will continue his business here and will travel to Lexington daily.

Chris Leahy Lexington Mr. Leahy

Studebaker Touring Car Sold This Week

Swope, agent, sold to Ollie Sanderson a handsome Studebaker touring car this week.

John Swope Ollie Sanderson Studebaker

Foot Specialist in Winchester Opens Offices at Colonial Bldg

Dr. J. W. Weber, a renowned foot expert, has opened offices in Winchester at the Colonial Building. He guarantees removal of corns bunions growing nails and other foot troubles without a knife. Located in Colonial Building Winchester Ky.

Winchester J. W. Weber Colonial Weber

Coal Shortage Acute In Local Area

The coal shortage here is acute with almost no supply on hand. Railcar delays are blamed for the shortage and some coal ordered by local firms is diverted to railroad use. Suffering among the poor has been reported, but the J. P. Taylor Tobacco Co. released a car of coal for public use to alleviate need.

J. P. Taylor Tobacco Co

Property Changes Hands In Town Transfers

John M. Gatewood sold his E High Street home to Rosa Lee Howard and bought the H C Ledford place on North Maysville Street, known as the old Laughlin home. Each transaction reportedly a $10 000 price.

John M. Gatewood E. High Street Rosa Lee Howard H. C. Ledford North Maysville Street Laughlin

Lewis Farm Sells 173 Acres on Owingsville Pike

Noble McDonald sells the 173 acre Lewis Farm on the Owingsville pike to W H Thomas for 400 dollars per acre. Possession will be given this month. McDonald family will move to a Clark county farm they have purchased.

Noble McDonald Owingsville Pike Lewis W. H. Thomas Mr. McDonald Clark County

Half Million Dollar Oil Deal Between Firms

Announcement: Superior Oil Company buys all Lee county holdings of Flesher Petroleum Company for 500000 dollars in cash. The acreage covers about 1400 acres in the Hell Creek area yielding 200 barrels daily. Flesher directors declare a 25 percent dividend to holders of record March 20, aiding Montgomery County stockowners.

Flesher Petroleum Company Superior Oil Company Lee County Hell Creek Montgomery County

Fire sweeps Paris business section causing heavy damage

An undetermined origin fire in Paris damaged multiple buildings yesterday morning. The flames started on the second floor of Corbin's barber shop between Fourth and Fifth streets and spread to Gatewood's confectionery, a residence, the Fair Store, and Mayor January's tin shop. Upper floors suffered heavy smoke and water damage. estimated loss about 26500 dollars.

Paris Corbin Gatewood Kid” Stout E. B. January

Benefit show by Mrs Snyder class for orphan in Louisville

The Sunday School Class of Mrs George Snyder will present a benefit picture show at the Table next Tuesday night featuring Billie Burke in Sadie Love. Special music accompanies the screening and proceeds help support a little girl in Louisville orphanage. Tickets are on sale.

George Snyder Billie Burke Sadie Love

Bargains for Saturday and Court Day

Bargains for Saturday and Court Day advertised by L. M. Redmond include brooms 35 cents each or eight for $1.00, Lenox soap six bars for 25 cents, toilet paper two rolls for 5 cents, and Wieber Gales eo 23 cents, with 10 percent off on children's dresses, boys suits, and rompers for the two days only.

L. M. Redmond

McCormick Buys Winn Street Home From Pierce

Stewart C. McCormick has bought the residence of C. P. Pierce on Winn street for a private consideration and will move to same to reside. This residence is practically new and modern in every particular.

Stewart C. McCormick C. P. Pierce Winn Street

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Will U. OF K. Law Chool Repair Department Tthomas Farnum FOX Lockett W. T. Hunt Swift & Co Hunt Messrs. Swift & Co Sells Lewis Farm Colgate
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