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Newspaper

Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1912

Page

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Mrs Annie Maher Dies After Long Illness

Mrs Annie Maher wife of Henry Maher died March 13 1912 after a lingering stomach cancer. She was 54 and a devout Catholic. Funeral held at St Patrick’s church March 15 with Rev Father Edward B Rohrer officiating and interment at St Thomas cemetery. Survived by husband and seven children William John Micheal James Margaret B J McDonald and Richard. Community extends sympathy.

Annie Maher Henry Maher St. Thomas William John Micheal James Margaret B. J. McDonald Richard Maher

Trainer VanEvera Opens Public Stable at County Fair Track

Mr H B VanEvera, renowned horse trainer, starts a public stable at the Montgomery County Fair Association track. He promises personal attention, skilled grooms, and careful care for every horse. His past work includes handling Mainleaf before its sale to J R Magowan. Walsh Bros announces wash suits and styles.

H. B. VanEvera Montgomery County Fair Association VanEvera Mainleaf J. R. Magowan

Armstrong Bride United In Huntington Ceremony

Miss Mary Lewis Armstrong, formerly of this city, marries Mr. R. L. Carter of this county in Huntington West Virginia at nine this morning. The bride, well remembered locally, is praised for her refinement and many friends. The groom is a respected Flat Creek farmer. They will reside at his home and the community extends best wishes.

Mary Lewis Armstrong R. L. Carter Huntington W. Va Miss Armstrong Mr. Carter Flat Creek

Business Men's Club seeks Mt Sterling tobacco warehouse site

A Frankfort committee comprising John S. Frazer W A Samuels and A B Oldham met with G B Wall assistant to the president of the Chesapeake and Ohio Railway in Frankfort to secure a lot for a loose leaf tobacco warehouse in Mt Sterling. Wall will present the matter to railroad officials and the committee expects a response in a few days.

Business Men’s Club John S. Frazer W. A. Samuels A. B. Oldham Frankfort G. B. Wall Chesapeake & Ohio Railway Company Mt. Sterling

Millinery Opening Invites Public for March 20 21 22

Mrs. K. O. Clarke invites the public to a millinery opening on Wednesday Thursday and Friday March 20 21 and 22. All are cordially invited.

K. O. Clarke

Business Men and Farmers Back Loose Leaf Tobacco Warehouse Plan

A court house meeting of city businessmen and county growers set up a loose leaf tobacco warehouse scheme. W R Thompson chaired, D J Burchett led as chairman, J G Roberts as secretary, J G Winn outlined the project. Signers pledged about fifteen thousand dollars on the spot with five thousand more afterward, and committees were formed to recruit stock and select a site, with a March 29 report planned.

W. R. Thompson Business Men’s Club D. J. Burchett J. G. Roberts J. G. Winn Montgomery National Bank Lexington Carlisle

Notice to stock solicitors for daily subscription updates

The notice requests all stock solicitors to telephone the subscriber name and address and the number of shares each night to G. B. Senff who will maintain a tabulated report for the committee. It urges timely reporting to show progress and save time.

Senff

Will Probated for Mrs Elva Hart Shrout

A choreographic will left by Mrs Elva Hart Shrout at Exchange Bank was admitted to probate last week. The estate, estimated near 2000 dollars, wills all to her husband J Will Shrout.

Elva Hart Shrout Exchange Bank J. Will Shrout

Farm on wheels visits Mt. Sterling Wednesday

The farm on wheels stops at Mt. Sterling today for two hours from 9 to 11 am. Ten coaches will be on view and local clubs prepare to welcome the traveling exhibit. A good crowd is urged to attend and see the various displays and entertainments. Vanarsdell's offers buckwheat flour and pure maple syrup.

Mt. Sterling Vanarsdell’s

Spring styles in Ladies' Shoes and Oxfords debut

The Punch and Graves department store introduces spring fashion with new ladies shoes and oxford styles pairings. Featuring updated silhouettes and versatile fits for seasonal wardrobes.

Carriage Service Offered by Lloyd's Stable

Stable advertises carriage to and from depot at 25 cents each way with baggage handling. Prompt and first class service available. Contact Lloyd's Stable by phone 281.

Lloyd’s Stable

Mrs. Swaffield Dies After Long Illness in Louisville

News of the death of Mrs. R. H. Swaffield reached from a Louisville hospital after a lengthy illness. She was wife of Col. R. H. Swaffield, Cincinnati based representative of Globe Tailoring Co., who keeps headquarters at Punch & Graves when in the city. The death followed an intense period of suffering and friends extend sympathy to Col. Swaffield.

R. H. Swaffield Louisville

Spring styles in Extra Good Suits for Boys

Spring styles in Extra Good Suits for boys offered by Punch and Graves feature durable fabrics and smart cuts. The lineup emphasizes comfortable fits and easy-care materials suitable for school and weekend wear.

Punch & Graves

Sheep claim payouts available at county clerk's office

Those with 1911 sheep claims may receive payment by visiting the office of County Court Clerk Keller Greene, who has just received the vouchers for distribution.

Keller Greene

Jersey Cow for Sale in County

Jersey cow offered by C. B. Siemens at Advocate Office. Described as one of the best in the county and expected to freshen in a few days. Registration possible.

C. B. Siemens Advocate Office

Rug Sale Advertisers Prove Results in Kentucky

Mt Sterling Kentucky March 18 1912 J D Hazelrine Son report eighteen rugs sold from a single newspaper ad and only two 9x12 Brussels rugs remain Their letter says they were not advocates of advertising but have been shown it pays to advertise with Hedden & Senff Advocate Pub Co This notice endorses advertising effectiveness in local business.

Mt. Sterling, Ky Messrs J.D. Hazelrine & Son J. D. Hazelrigg & Son

Fresh fashion and fish themes in spring sales

Fresh caught fish dressed to order. Spring styles from E. T HON & CO. Stacey Adams Walk-Over Shoes and Oxfords. Punch & Graves showcase spring menswear. Wash suits for boys on sale at Walsh Bros. The ad mentions a 36-26 figure likely a price or size reference.

Stacey, Adams & Co Punch & Graves

Clay named Kentucky Insurance Commissioner

Mr. M. C. Clay of this city has been chosen as the next Insurance Commissioner of Kentucky to succeed Prof. Chas W. Bell. The appointment will be made by Auditor Henry M. Bosworth this week, with duties to begin immediately and a salary of 3600 dollars a year. Embroidered flouncings and laces are advertised as the best line in town.

M. C. Clay Kentucky Chas. W. Bell Clay Henry M. Bosworth

Geiger’s Drug Store Opens at Court and Maysville

Geiger's new drug store at Court and Maysville is now open with an attractive up-to-date shop. Mr. Geiger invites the public to visit and notes a new soda fountain to be in operation within days. Spring styles in E. & W. and Arrow Shirts Punch and Graves.

Geiger Corner Court Maysville Arrow Punch & Graves

Sale Of Chorn Residence and Lots Set For March 21 1912

The sale of the Chorn residence and lots is scheduled for two o clock Thursday March 21 1912 on the premises. Despite bad or rainy weather the house will be warmed by a fire and sale will proceed inside if weather permits.

Card of Thanks for Annie Maher Family

We extend sincere thanks to relatives and friends for sympathy during the illness and death of our beloved wife and mother Mrs. Annie Maher. We gratefully acknowledge beautiful flowers and other tokens of love. their kindness will long be remembered.

Annie Maher

Suit on Peace Bond In Montgomery Circuit Court

At the September term 1911 Montgomery Circuit Court F Marion Brown was ordered to give a 250 bond to keep the peace for one year with J E Henry C H Chambers and Ben Bellamy as sureties after prior liquor law trouble at Jeffersonville He pleaded guilty to drunkenness and disorderly conduct and was fined ten dollars and costs and was fined thirty dollars and jailed twenty days for carrying a concealed deadly weapon Commonwealth's Attorney filed a penal action against Brown and his sureties for violation of the peace bond terms

Montgomery F. Marion Brown Jeffersonville A. W. Young Commonwealth J. E. Henry Montgomery County C. H. Chambers Ben Bellamy Menefee County Brown E. W. Smith Ben R. Turner W. B. White

Isola Dinelli Marries Juanita Armond in Winchester

Isola Dinelli of Winchester reportedly married Juanita D Armond daughter of Col Robert D Armond a wealthy cotton broker of Johnson City Tennessee on February 20. Dinelli is a nephew of J M Isola of this city and formerly lived here where friends will be glad to hear of his marriage.

Isola Dinelli Winchester Juanita D. Armond Robert D. Armond Johnson City Tenn Dinelli J. M. Isola

Residence Sale Near North Sycamore Street

Mrs. Charles O'Rear formerly Lucile Wilson sold a two story frame house on North Sycamore Street now occupied by Henry Judy to T. F. Triplett with possession to be given April 1.

Charles O’rear Lucile Wilson Sycamore Street Henry Judy T. F. Triplett

Also Mentioned on This Page

Annie Matier Walsh Bros Carter Armstrong NEW Loose Leaf Tobacco Warehouse G. B. Senff Geiger’s Che Yow Drug Store Reynolds Mt, Sterling, KY Mrs. Swaffield Jersey E. T Hon & CO Youman F. M. Brown Sells J. D
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