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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1915
Page
8
In Maysville, crowds gather at A. T. Bassett Drug Store on South Maysville Street to learn National and American League results posted daily. Bassett covers both leagues by telegraph at his own expense, providing afternoon updates between 5 and 6 o'clock for the public.
Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Moore will conduct Oil Springs Hotel this year with the season starting June 1. The historic summer resort has been put in first class repair and, under their management, promises to be a delightful place to spend the summer in the state.
Pure Boone County White seed corn offered for sale by 42-41. Contact T. J. Bigstaff of Mt Sterling Kentucky for price and delivery details.
Baccalaureate sermon by Rev Clyde Darsie at the Methodist church Sunday evening May 16. Class exercises and dedication of the class tree on the High School campus Tuesday morning May 18 at 10. Commencement Tuesday evening at the Christian church with Rev Mark Collis of Lexington delivering the address.
Miss Margaret Alice Hanahan became the bride of Joseph Bernard McNamara at Immaculate Conception church Tuesday morning. Rev. Father Nolan officiated with family and friends from Nashville, Memphis, and Ky. The couple will travel north and return to Memphis after June 1.
Corn is strong but cut worms injury crops. Clover fields thrive while timothy grows slowly. Farmers face hard work plowing late ground. Social items note visits by Mrs Hood Thompson and baby from Salt Lick, and others from Winchester Little Rock and Lexington. Springfield church marks third year under Rev W A Hopkins with vibrant Sabbath School and community prospects.
McCormick Lumber Co. touts their durable window screens as effective defense against swatting insects. The slogan promises reliable screens to keep pests out.
Mrs. E. E. Tharp purchased from Mrs. Martin 8. Brown a building lot on High street and plans to build a handsome home in early fall. The transaction involves the High street parcel and announces the upcoming construction.
Gladys Richardson reports Camargo rejoices after steady rain while noting scarlet fever illness in Ethel Trimble. Visitors Stella Stafford and Bettie Congleton are mentioned, and John McCormick dies aged 62, survived by Anna McCormick and two nieces. Four Sunday Schools operate. board plans a special meeting to elect officers.
Clarence T. Barnes and Lou W. Hockaday were united in marriage at Winchester Monday with Rev. J. H. MacNeil performing the ceremony. The couple is well liked and will begin married life together.
Fly Time announces immediate screen production services offering quick customization for displays and windows. The company promotes fast turnaround and ready-made or bespoke screen options for clients seeking rapid deployment.
On Levee Pike a Burley warehouse with 5 acres is for sale. Contact Asa Bean at phone 622. Also notice advertising Greenwade's for Spring Lamb and Country Ham. The Advocate for printing.
Miss Caroline, a well known city figure, was seriously injured when her car slipped a rim near Versailles and pinned her between the seat and a telegraph pole. She was rushed to a Versailles hospital where an operation was performed. her condition remains serious but a possible recovery is anticipated.
A readable catalog lists fresh vegetables and herbs including green beans cucumbers peas lettuce onions asparagus tomatoes parsley salsify carrots beets cauliflower peppers and pie plant, indicating a diverse urban market offering.
Call Van Arsdell for a nice steak roast or ham and other meat products. Local ad urges customers to contact Van Arsdell for quality cuts and ready availability.
Local shop Greenwade's advertises a premier selection of meats, highlighting quality cuts and a broad range for customers seeking premium products.
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