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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1921
Page
5
The Mt Sterling newspaper lists W. Hedden Jr as Editor J W Hedden Jr as Associate Editor and Business Manager Mrs Mary C Ayres as Local News Editor It notes postoffice mailing as second class and requires cash with subscription two dollars per year and payment before insertion
The ticket lists candidates for multiple county and state offices including Henry S Caywood S B Lane W C Hamilton Anise Hunt E W Seuff W A Samuels Henry Watson R G Kern A Hart Dan Welsh Sidney J Calk Chas E Duff W H Wright Stanley Brown T M Greene R M Montjoy L B Mason James M Greer Charlies B James Will S McCormick D D Salyer Wm F Stewart Ben R Turner R F Mastin C W Nesbitt with August 6 1921 primary date emphasized.
The Red Cross is praised as a global helper with strong local impact. During wartime its mission extended across seas and into homes, mountains, valleys, and plains, delivering aid and cheer to those in need.
After the war, devoted families remain ready to assist. The piece honors the God-loving volunteers who help at the Mary Chiles hospital and pledge continued support as an enduring service group.
The Montgomery county Democratic force held a Saturday precincts meeting with a strong majority rule. Hon. R. A. Chiles will lead a capable committee, described as a tower of strength for Democratic principles and expected to secure unusual majorities.
The piece lauds Menefee County for passing a road bond issue with overwhelming support. It envisions economic growth, year round labor, and cultural advancement for Frenchburg and surrounding regions, predicting closer ties from Kentucky mountains to Mississippi Valley.
Citizens objecting to paying interest on unused bond funds are invited to hear Garrett of Winchester and Boggs of Frankfort explain road bond construction. The speakers will describe selling only the needed portion of the 250000 bond issue and paying interest on bonds used.
A negro boy, a youth, who robbed the Electric Shop cash drawer of $1.60, was released from custody due to his age. Officials withhold his name hoping this first offense will be his last.
Specials list multiple small household items with prices: aluminum double boilers 98c, aluminum percolators 98c, glass tumblers 25c for 6, matches 25c boxes, Lenox soap 25c for 8 bars, P and G soap 4 bars, Ivory soap 25c, mardionéa 5c, crash for towels 15c, ladies union suits 29c. Includes store name THE FAIR.
The Mont. Post Accept The Montgomery Post of the American Legion has accepted an invitation to meet with the Den'el Boone Post in Owingsville on the evening of May 19. A number of state officials will be guests of honor.
Some rear bargains for Saturday and Courtday include 25¢ items such as coffee, red matches, washing powder, soap, and 75¢ army coats and pants. Each 25¢ purchase comes with a coupon for Rogers' Silverware free. The ad also lists 92 acres of pasture for cattle near Levee Pike and provides contact details for L. Taylor.
The phonograph star Ada Jones visits The Table on Friday for a performance by her company of first class artists. She sings comic songs, heart songs, and performs dialects and sketches solo or with a quartet.
A correction notes Henry Botts did not have an above the knee amputation as previously reported. The limb was amputated below the knee. He is improving rapidly and plans to return home within a week or two.
Mr and Mrs A J Amburgey received word of the sudden death of their daughter Mrs Cassie Bellamy at her Cooperville Ohio home. The remains were moved to this city then to Chambers Station for 3 pm funeral and burial. She leaves a husband seven children two sisters and two brothers among others.
Community notice seeking grazing space for 25 to 30 cattle with contact number 335 W 1. Appears in a local classifieds section with a 60 61 timestamp style.
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