Local residents and visitors cited in city gathering notes
Officials and guests listed include C L Payton of Clark county on business, the Barnards from Powell county returning from a visit, Mrs Henry C Prewitt visiting in Shelby county, and Mr and Mrs Robert Armstrong of Miami Florida among others visiting Winchester. Also noted are Mrs Warren T Greene of St Louis and Mrs Virgil McClure of Lexington visiting local families. Conclave hosts include Lonnie Cannon and family from Georgetown, J W Gaines of Lawrenceburg and Leslie Ballard of Richmond staying with Mr and Mrs John W Lockridge. Honduran visitor Mr and Mrs Johnson Young to stay with Maggie Young then Owingsville visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. L. Payton
Clark County
C. Barnard
Powell County
Henry C. Prewitt
Shelby County
Joe 8
Robert Armstrong
Miami, Florida
Warren T. Greene
Warren T., Jr
Margaret Ann
St. Louis
Virgil McClure
Lexington
Elizabeth
Ruth Wyatt
Lonnie Cannon and Children
Georgetown
J. W. Gaines
Lawrenceburg
Leslie Ballard
Richmond
John W. Lockridge
Mrs. Johnson Young
Cayamel
Honduras
Maggie Young
Owingsville
Christian Endeavor Rally at Presbyterian Church May 28
There will be a Christan Endeavor Rally and Social at the Presbyterian church Saturday evening May 28 at 7 30. Mr Lawrence C Little field secretary will deliver an address and the social hour will follow the rally. All young people invited to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Presbyterian Church
Lawrence C. Little
Don’t borrow and you won’t owe a man back
A concise proverb warns against borrowing to avoid repayment. It stresses personal responsibility and financial discipline, implying debt leads to repay without gaining from others' generosity.
Reid Reid and Uriah Holley wed in city ceremony
Clarice Reid of Camargo married Uriah Holley of the Levee neighborhood at Rev Clyde Darsie’s residence on May 11. The bride is daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W H Reid. The groom is son of Mr. and Mrs. W H Holley. The couple won many friends’ best wishes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Clarice Reid
Camargo
Uriah Holley
Levee
Clyde Darsie
Darsie
W. H. Reid
Holley
W. H. Holley
For Sale Privately Oak and mahogany furniture items
One quartered oak china closet and one quartered oak buffet are offered with two quartered oak arm chairs two quartered oak rocking chairs. Also an overstuffed brown leather rocker a large mahogany rocker with leather seat and back and a matching mahogany chair. All in first class condition and priced accordingly. Viewable anytime at the flat over the store. L. M. Redmond.
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L. M. Redmond
Mt Sterling HS baseball team wins Central Kentucky title
Mt. Sterling High School baseball squad, central Kentucky champions, received a silver loving cup from the Chamber of Commerce after eight straight wins. The cup is showcased in the Walsh Company window and drawing much attention from locals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mt. Sterling
Chamber of Commerce
Walsh Company
Young Couple Wed at County Judge Office
A Spencer neighborhood couple, Joe Prewitt Jr and Fannie Fortune, were married at the County Judge's office last Saturday by Judge E W Senff. The groom is the son of Mr and Mrs H B Prewitt and a fine young man, while the bride is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Frank M Fortune.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joe Prewitt, Jr
Fannie Fortune
Spencer
E. W. Senff
H. B. Prewitt
Frank M. Fortune
Suspect Arrested in Salt Lick Robbery and Assault Case
Budge Holly, a Black man, captured in the city by Chief J. C. Tipton after Ray Sexton identified him as one of two assailants who robbed and beat Sexton near Salt Lick. Holly implicated the other suspect and faces trial in Owingsville on May 31. Bath County Sheriff pursues the second man in Hazard. Sexton, released from the hospital, was found after the attack and exposed overnight. Holly may be connected to a recent murder of William Dillon in Lexington.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Budge Holly
Ray Sexton
Salt Lick
J. C. Tipton
Sexton
Holly
Bath County
Hazard
Owingsville
Lexington
William Dillon
Remarkable Bend Hound Traces Moonlit Shine Cache
Richmond Register reports Bend dogsfolk claim a hound alerted hunters to two quarts of moonshine hung over the river. Tracks in sand point to Puncheon Camp. The dog will no longer race but will continue river work locating the liquor near full moons.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richmond Register
Bend
Puncheon Camp
Illnesses Grim for Local Residents Amid Health Concerns
The Sick Mrs Emma Chenault remains quite sick at her High street home while Mrs. C. V. Jones in Lexington hospital plans an operation when ready. Reports on 82 year old John Forman are discouraging as he lies bedridden with blood poisoning and limited hope for recovery.
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Emma Chenault
High Street
John Forman
Crook Sees Games Everywhere in Nods to Cheat
A police report notes a crook believes every game is crooked, hinting at a pattern of perceived cheating. Authorities caution against assuming intent without evidence and urge reporting of specific incidents.
For Sale Special Model Overland Roadster 1918
Inquire at this office or call phone 10 Winchester for a Special Model Overland Roadster 1918. Also an Oakland Roadster 1919. Bargains offered to avoid returning them to Detroit Michigan.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
Oakland
Detroit
Mich
Minnesota road plan launches $100 million system
Minnesota undertakes a $100,000,000 good roads program to link principal towns and the lakes region. State highway commissioner Charles M. Babcock has formed a workforce of over 1,000 with patrols every five miles and special gangs to maintain gravel roads until paving completes a 7,000 mile network. Operations began May 1 with contracts for more hard-surfacing to follow and annual highway spending rising from the current year. Financing comes from a 2 percent vehicle value tax, while state and local levies continue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Minnesota
Charles M. Babcock
Highway Department
Babcock
Road funding urged for rural feeder routes in Minnesota
Minnesota outlines proposed funding for improvement of lateral routes and feeder roads. State highway planners expect the Babcock plan to yield a hard surfaced road to every farm gate within five years, with arterial lines prioritized. Kentucky may face a similar system if expansion continues. State bonds seem unlikely, but higher motor taxes could be possible.
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Minnesota
Babcock
Highway Department
Kentucky
For Rent 40 Acres of Blue Grass Grazing Land
Property notice offering 40 acres of blue grass grazing land for rent. Contact Mrs S D Hall for details and availability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
S. D. Hall
Road Election Promises Cheap, Durable Improvements
A call to vote YES on Saturday for a road program offering hard surfaced roads at a fraction of cost. The message urges voters to secure quality infrastructure with a low-priced bond or funding measure.
Overhaul Canning Outfit Before Peak Season
Home economies specialists from the College of Agriculture urge readiness for fruit and vegetable canning. Overdelays can cause overripe produce with poor flavor and texture. rhubarb asparagus and spinach are suitable for canning now and belong in every pantry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
College of Agriculture
Episcopal church ladies hold exchange at Trimble's Grocery
The ladies of the Episcopal church plan an exchange sale at Trimble's Grocery on Saturday morning May 28. Proceeds aid church activities. Honey available for sale at 64-2 cents per jar. attention drawn to educational intelligence theme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ladies of the Episcopal Church
Trimble’s Grocery
Smooth Living Aids At Your Local Store
Modern household appliances promise ease and comfort. Visit the shop to see how to simplify housekeeping and reduce heat and worry with new devices.
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Society
Mary McClure
Elizabeth Skillman
Ben F. Mark
Mike Slena
George Thomas
Jacob Isaacs
C. E. Rally and Social
Reid
Montgomery County
Tion
J. P. Highland
Good Roads Committee
Strother Motors Co
Owensboro
White Mountain Freezers
Acme Freezers
Chevault & Orear
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