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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Mar 20, 1912
Page
4
Farmers and business people plan a loose leaf warehouse, saying the project was overdue but should now succeed. Saturday's meeting raised funds and unity between farmers and city residents, with expectations of strong dividends for investors and broad county benefit.
Citizens denounce courtroom misconduct in Hillsville Virginia and condemn leaders who attack courts. The message warns that eroding respect for legal institutions endangers society and calls for unity against attempts to sow discord.
Residents express gratitude for St Patrick's Day weather bringing the first pleasant day in about five months. The note highlights sunshine and mild temperatures cheerfully welcomed by the community.
The Morehead Mountaineer reports strong party support for Will A. Young of this city to run for Congress in Kentucky's Ninth District. Young, famed criminal lawyer with prior government roles, enjoys broad GOP backing and is described as shrewd, eloquent, and highly capable. The piece urges Democrats to back his candidacy.
Two tobacco sales occurred at Barley Loose Leaf warehouse last week with generally poor quality but some good prices. A basket on Saturday reached 42 cents per pound, the top price of the season, as prices ranged from 2 cents to 42 cents. R. J. Reynolds Co led buyers in quantity, with several brokers also active.
Mrs K C Clarke announces a spring millinery opening on Wednesday March 20 and Thursday and Friday March 21 and 22. The event showcases new hats and accessories for the season at her shop.
A reader, Pansy Peevish, mispronounces a simple word but identifies Papa as the answer to a riddle. The piece concludes by praising Hazelrigg & Son for selling distinctly recognizable merchandise that looks better and wears longer than rivals.
Local butcher shop S E Kelly and Co advertises fresh and cured meats available at 121f. The notice emphasizes prompt service and quality selections for everyday and holiday meals.
Mr. Emmett W. Frateman and Miss Fredrica Raine of Morehead eloped to Arlington Ohio on Monday and were married. Frateman is well known here and the bride is regarded as a very attractive young woman. They have the best wishes of many friends.
Mrs. K. O. Clarke announces a three day millinery opening on Wednesday to Friday March 20 21 and 22 inviting ladies to view new hats and accessories at the shop.
The Novelty Store touts Phoenix Silk Hose with a three month guarantee on four pairs for 3 dollars.
Carriage from depot staffed by Lloyd’s stable. Phone 281 for pickup and return. Fare 25 cents each way plus baggage handling. Prompt and first class service. Address or depot details not provided. 36-6
Master Commissioner John A Judy announces sittings in Mt Sterling Kentucky from March 21 to April 6 1912 for the estate of William H Cord deceased. Creditors must present proven claims within the period to the master commissioner at his office.
Deeds and transfers filed by County Clerk Kellar Greene include W L Wilson to J D Walter for 55 acres on Town Branch at 750 dollars, Richard D Wilson to Emma Wilson to Allen G Prewitt for a frame cottage on Clay street at 2700 dollars, and several other land transfers with sums ranging from 500 to 3400 dollars. The week also notes the marriage of Steve Manley of Bath county to Miss Alice Littleton of Montgomery county in the city.
The Jersey Bull Shake is offered with a $2.00 service fee. Cash due at service with return privilege. Phone 476 for details. Delivery after your cows. 821f. Harry Hunt Winn Street ae.
Judge H R French, former Assistant Auditor of Kentucky at Frankfort, returns to Mount Sterling after four years and opens a law office in the Mt Sterling National Bank building. He also secures agency for several established fire insurance companies and will promote them in the area. His friends welcome him back home.
Montgomery farmers can save with Celebrated Woods Stubs Seeds from Louisville offered at 2 papers for 5c. Flower seeds, onion sets, and bulk garden seeds including seed potatoes advertised. Hats on sale as Walsh Bros promotes promotions at Knox and Stetson.
Mr and Mrs Mason celebrated their Golden Wedding at their Grassy area home on Wednesday 13 1912 with the presence of most of their 12 children and numerous daughters in law and grandchildren. The couple hosted a generous noon meal in honor of the occasion and friends wish them many more anniversaries. Mr Mason is noted as founder of the Sterling Advocate and a man of high character.
Prices reduced on five passenger touring cars and runabuts and roadsters with price points of 690 dollars each Delis Wayons listed at 700 dollars F B I A tile noted Fresu fish dressed to order 36 21 E T HON CO.
Three men and one white man escaped from Winchester jail last Saturday night and have not been captured. Also noted are local ads for spring suits for boys, fresh lettuce deliveries, political campaign manager S. W. Hager for Woodrow Wilson in Kentucky, and sanitary wash suits for children from Walsh Bros.
Join the Montgomery County Fish Club to help protect fish in ponds and streams. The notice mentions merchants Stacey Adams Co Walk Over Shoes and Oxfords Punch Graves in a period style promotion.
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