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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1917
Page
4
Rev 8 A Amburgey declares as Democratic candidate for Montgomery county assessor in August primary. He is a 48 year old Baptist preacher from Jeffersonville precinct with ten children and a mountain farm, noted for honesty, industry, and local ties.
Dan Welch, Camargo Jeffersonville magistrate, seeks the Montgomery county District No 2 seat west of the Maysville and Camargo turnpikes excluding Sterling. A proven Fiscal Court member, he highlights prudent spending, party loyalty, and deep knowledge of county needs.
Mr R F Moore seeks the Democratic nomination for Commissioner in District 1 Mt Sterling at the August 4 primary. He has served two years as a Magistrate, praised for duty, frugality and service with little pay. The editorial urges voters to scrutinize his record and elect him if satisfactory.
Nat B Young Jr a city horseman with a history of selling high priced colts and yearlings shows promise this year with a two year old filly in Ed Willis's Lexington stable. The filly clocked an easy mile in 2 30 after a spring breaking and could become a top performer when races begin.
President Wilson said he would not utilize the act to form volunteer divisions at the current stage of World War I. He cited interference with creating an effective army and the immediate German-front war effort as a reason. The discussion of Roosevelt’s possible involvement remained unconfirmed by officials.
The Lexington High School baseball team defeated Mt. Sterling High School 13 to 6 on Friday afternoon. Both teams showed little class in the contest.
Poem by David A. Curtis praising living memory of those who died for the nation. It urges honoring heroes with flowers at graves, yet rejects tears, affirming honor as the enduring tribute to steadfast sacrifice.
For sale a good combined mare that rides well and is a fast road mare not afraid of autos. Owner Asa Bean. Amidst pressing matters, note the flyer advises swatting and kicking.
A domestic scene shows praise transforming a wife and household mood. A husband’s affectionate words move her to cheerful chores, inspiring a neighbor and a village with a shared song. The simple act of praise ripples outward, uplifting others and spurring small acts of kindness.
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