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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1913
Page
1
An early Sunday blaze destroyed the residence of Mrs. Eliza D. Marshall two miles from the city on the Spencer pike. The 6 o'clock fire totaled the house as coal from a grate started a flames. Mr. and Mrs. Derickson escaped as the roof began to collapse leaving the Marshalls with heavy loss.
The local high school beat Lexington High 4 to 3 on Saturday afternoon in a splendid exhibition. Wood earned the win with a five-hit pitching effort while Kelly supported on defense. The visitors were powered by pitchers O'Reilly and Colson.
Vanarsdell's advertises a full line of bulk and package garden seeds. Local shoppers can choose varieties for planting seasons and garden projects.
Nat Young Jr purchased from J M Donnell of Carlisle the brood mare Annie Howe by Director General sire of Mainsheet out of a Wilkes mare. Described as an exceptionally fine individual. Price private but said to be good. Young will send her to the court of stallion J Malcolm Forbes 4 2:08.
Variety Store on Bank Street advertises garden seed in bulk and in packages as the best on the market. The brief note highlights the store's offerings and location with a focus on seed quality.
President Wilson appoints Ben Marshall as Collector of Internal Revenue for the Lexington District on Wednesday. The appointment follows a bitter contest with Desha Breckenridge, aided by Senator Ollie M. James. The article notes Marshall’s endorsement secured the win.
The Good Roads Committee led by Judge A N Crooks Thomas Slattery and W B White returned from Washington where they discussed building a 50 mile model highway from the city to Maysville. Counties have pledged their shares and Congressman W J Fields promised to push the project with authorities and send an engineer to review the route.
Local market listing notes fresh produce arriving at Vanarsdell's including new beans lettuce radishes and onions for shoppers seeking garden picks and kitchen staples.
Mr T P Hayes of Fayette county saddled Donerail the 39th Kentucky Derby winner. The long shot paid 184.90 for each 2 bet while Ten Point and Foundation led betting. Gowell ran third and Foundation fourth as 35 000 spectators watched a new track record 2 04.4 for the mile and a quarter.
Mr R Z Wharton resigns as editor of the Winchester Sun and will be succeeded by Joseph A Jackson a promising young newspaper man of Winchester.
Mr. R. T. Judy sold three 2-year-old Shorthorn heifers to O. M. Healy of Iowa for 125 dollars per head.
A special Louisville Business Men's Club train with six sleepers two diners and a combined car arrives in the city at 2 15 pm today. About 150 representatives from Louisville business houses will stay two hours, escorted by a brass band and several speakers, for an entertaining and profitable visit.
Mt Sterling National Bank will move on Wednesday May 21 to the Williams Building at Main and Bank streets opposite the Government Building to conduct business during remodeling. The new site features a large fire proof vault and work is overseen by contractor A Dietz who built the Government building.
Mr Edwin R. Smith eldest son of Mr and Mrs Geo C Smith of this city wed Miss Lillian Scill of Cincinnati Ohio at the Presbyterian Church in Covington on Saturday May 10th. Old home friends learn of the marriage with interest. nei Oh you spring lamb tender and juicy at Greenwades
Kentucky Utilities completes the mammoth Mt Sterling filter system after months of work. City officials and business leaders will inspect the plant with a company expert explaining the machinery. A lunch will be served as the day proceeds.
Sidney Turner of Millersburg dies of typhoid fever in a Lexington hospital Monday night. He formerly lived here and worked in the horse business at Millersburg. Survived by wife mother and two sisters. Burial Wednesday morning at Sharpsburg.
Col. John T. Hughes of Lexington visited the city Friday to see Peter Montgomery owned by Bean Bros. He was so impressed with the horse and his offspring that he booked five mares to him.
Mr and Mrs J B Cecil living on the Maysville pike two miles from the city lost their residence and barn to fire Tuesday afternoon A four year old grandson reportedly set the barn fire destroying one horse three buggies and much feed The blaze spread to other outbuildings and the house Mrs P B Turner suffered burns but rests well The loss is described as heavy with no insurance and many friends express sympathy
A report notes fires and a tornado have destroyed property in Montgomery County since March 25, totaling over 35000 in damage. The item references Fire and Tornado Insurance and mentions TALK W:TH HOFFMAN.
Messrs Kirkpatrick and Clay acquire a three year lease to operate the Winchester redrying tobacco plant. With 60 000 pounds daily capacity, it will run through the season, boosting Winchester and Mt Sterling loose leaf markets and providing many jobs. The firm plans to buy tobacco on both brakes next season and represents Leggett and Myers factory.
A heavy frost Sunday night caused extensive damage to fruit and early vegetables in the area. Farmers report significant losses as crops stay vulnerable to cold snaps.
Montgomery County residents are invited to a Progressive Party meeting at the courthouse at 2 00 p m on May 19 The event promises strong speakers who will explain the meaning of the Progressive Movement James O Connell is chairman and Hanley William secretary in Mt Sterling Ky
Graduating classes at both schools prepare for Commencement with baccalaureate by Rev H D Clark on June 1 at the Christian Church. Grammar School exercises at the Auditorium Tuesday night with Class Day Wednesday at 10, musical program by Lexington Opera House orchestra. High School graduation address by Lt Gov E J McDermott Wednesday evening. diplomas awarded with a large class including Aileen Beall Ray Botts Mary Guilfoile Christina Heinrich Mildred Robinson Bess Sewell Emerald Judy Nancy Owings. Also an offer for Willow or French Pearl Ostrich Plume from Mrs H C Greenwade on Saturday.
Partially paralyzed Tuesday morning William Clark custodian of the Public School buildings is in serious condition. Known as Uncle Billy he is a well regarded city figure with many friends hoping for a speedy recovery.
An early summer notice from F. G. Morris urges customers to place orders for creams and ices during hot months, highlighting the service as timely and seasonal.
Mr M M Willoughby withdraws from the jailer race in Montgomery County due to poor health. He entered the race after urgent demand of friends and regrets his withdrawal, thanking supporters and leaving the field with warm regards.
Removal notice stating that starting Thursday May 22 the office will operate with Dr. W. R. Thompson during remodeling of Mt Sterling National Bank building at 4520 Dr C W Compton Dentist.
Mrs W A Dellaven sold three settings of Rhode Island Reds eggs and all three hatched 45 chicks. The three hens were owned by one lady, a result believed to be a record.
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