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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Mar 18, 1914
Page
1
George M Huff of Carlisle, long time piano dealer visitor to Mt Sterling, died Friday at 3 a.m. after a cerebral hemorrhage. He was 45 and survived by his wife. Funeral services were held Sunday at the Carlisle Methodist Church with burial in Carlisle Cemetery.
Mr and Mrs Stockwell Sam wels sold last week their cottage on Holt avenue to Mr John Peggs of this county who will get possession April 1. The price paid was $3 250 cash.
Mr John M Quisenberry aged years died at his home near Ewington last Wednesday after a long illness. A longtime county figure he leaves seven children Mrs Wm Squires of Missouri Miss Lutie Emma and Leora Quisenberry A C and E B Quisenberry and Audley Quisenberry all of the county burial followed at Machpelah with Rev J S Wilson conducting services
Mr. Fred Mutchler of State University will address rural teachers at the County High School on March 23 and 24 on Agriculture in Rural Schools. He also invites boys to join corn and potato clubs and girls to join canning and poultry clubs at the same time and place. All rural residents should attend.
The Novelty Store highlights new muslin underwear designs aligned with current fashion trends. Emphasizing stylish cuts and affordable pricing, the ad promotes updated styles and competitive rates.
A newly passed insurance rating law signed by Gov. Jas B. McCreary triggers anxiety across Kentucky. Citizens and loan holders fear tighter money conditions as many agencies lose companies due to the law. A 300-strong Louisville delegation pressed for a special session to repeal it while clubs file protests in Frankfort.
Mr. R. W. Chambers of Means Kentucky wed Mrs. Sarah J. French of this county Monday afternoon at Greene Spencer’s residence. Chambers is a prominent businessman and his bride is a popular young woman. The Advocate extends best wishes for a long and happy married life.
Everyone is urged to attend the forthcoming combination sale with strong emphasis on broad public turnout and participation.
Governor McCreary appoints Judge William Young to preside over the Estill Circuit Court for trying contest cases arising from the 1913 election in Estill County.
Mrs K O Clarke to hold spring millinery opening on March 18 and 19 next Wednesday and Thursday at her shop. The event marks the season’s newest hats and accessories.
Court of Appeals upholds nullification of the September 30 1912 local option election in Montgomery County declaring the dry victory void. The ruling centers on petition signatures and amendments. Judge Hannah dissented.
In Lexington Rev. Mark Collis and Rev. E. A. Osborne led a revival that ended Sunday night. The event drew 98 new professions of faith and 87 by letter or other means, totaling 185 additions to the church.
County Attorney E W Senff’s office sees several contractors bid on the Maysville pike project from Mt. Sterling to Sharpsburg. Montgomery county plans seven miles resurfacing with waterbound macadam. Bath county three and a half miles graded drained and surfaced. All work under government supervision must be finished by November 1. Sealed bids due by 2 PM today.
About 1,000 cattle were on the market in March with buyers from Kentucky and beyond. Prices stayed sky high despite slower trade, with yearlings at 8.50, heifers 7.00 to 7.25, cows 6.00 to 6.90, and rough cattle 4.50 to 5.00. Notable sales included Dan Welch paying 6 cents for 1000 lb cows and Sam Laythram buying 7 cent heifers, while mules and horses also drew strong interest and price changes.
Paul Strother, agent for Ford, reports sales of touring cars for spring delivery to Oscar Moss, M. P. Skidmore, and Wm. Wyatt. The Ford company is praised for its agency with such a hustler as Strother.
The will of Miss Sallie Greene was probated Monday morning by County Judge W O Chenault. Her estate is divided among relatives with several special bequests to friends and gifts of 500 dollars to the Baptist church of this city and 500 dollars to a Baptist school at Oneida Kentucky.
Sunday morning services draw large crowds with 533 in attendance setting a record. All area Sunday Schools report strong turnout and lively participation across the morning sessions.
Miss Alta Evans invites readers to her millinery opening after selecting the latest patterns in large cities. The event spans Wednesday and Thursday and promises a convincing showcase of newest hats.
Carlisle cattle and stock man Newton Rankin was suddenly taken ill with acute indigestion on a city street Monday. Drs. Chnson and Bush treated him for some time before he was pronounced out of danger.
A slate of six racing entries is scheduled for Thursday night at the rink with plans to turn loose six guinea hens in a novelty event as part of the program.
Miss Margaret French daughter of Col and Mrs B F French elopes with Eli Cornet Jr traveling salesman for a tobacco firm. They wed at the home of Marion B French in Mt Sterling, Rev T W Watts officiating. Groom based in Winchester. unclear if they will reside there.
Mrs. Mary T D Kendall announces the engagement of her daughter Miss Rebecca Burdette to S Macon Cowles Jr of Nashville Tenn. The wedding will occur on Wednesday April. Cowles is an association secretary and civil engineer from a prominent Tennessee family.
M R Hainline announces a new wall material Beaver Board in Mt Sterling, replacing lath and plaster in any new or remodeled buildings. Samples available and special wallpaper prices offered.
The market advertises a steady stock including lamb pork beef veal brains liver ribs sausage and dressed fowls available at all times for customers seeking fresh meat selections.
Woodstown reports indicate a competitive state wide primary with multiple potential candidates. B S Wilson of Morehead announces for Commonwealths Attorney in the Twenty first Judicial District, including Montgomery Bath Menefee and Rowan, while W C Hamilton of the local bar weighs the same post.
Six guinea pigs will be turned loose on the rink floor Thursday night. Any person catching them may win their selling price in cash. The pig race was fun but this event promises more. Children are asked not to skate that night.
Shoppers flock to the much anticipated combination sale drawing wide participation from residents at multiple venues. Vendors report brisk early interest and expect strong discounts on a range of goods.
Manager Wilkerson selected the name from many submissions and awarded Mrs. James H Stamper ten dollars in tickets.
The Farmers warehouse sold 6,002,160 pounds for $716,985.23 at an average under 12 cents per pound while the Burley house moved 661,200 pounds for $71,565.45 at about 1 cent per pound. A new loose leaf house by Kirkpatrick and Clay next year will boost Mt Sterling’s rank among state markets.
The city hosts a display of pattern hats at a millinery shop inviting the public to inspect the collection and choose styles. Patrons are encouraged to visit and view the latest selections on offer.
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