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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1911
Page
4
The newspaper defends its report on W. Scott Jones as Republican nominee for City Assessor. It cites the stub book in county records showing Jones voted in ballot No. 165 in the Democratic primary, though he later claimed to support Fitzpatrick. The piece condemns the conduct as reprehensible while noting its respect for Jones personally.
A cynical note warns the public to reject campaign lies and vote straight Democratic ticket. It urges Democrats to go to the polls Tuesday, praising Craig and James for U S Senate while questioning Ledford's candidacy.
A Democratic letter from Demand Kentucky dated Oct 27 1911 criticizes Governor Willson’s administration and taxation while praising James B. McCreary as the savior of the people. It denounces Judge O'Rear and urges voters to choose McCreary.
Two large business houses on East Main street owned by Janes M. Bigestaff were sold to Mike Holland of this city. Price was private. Possession is immediate and improvements are planned by Harland for the centrally located block deemed highly desirable.
Pocketed report notes Witch Eck hunting shoes showcased by Punch and Graves in a local shop. Brief mention of sole events and product display, with no further details.
Mr. Edgar C. Fowler of the Home Office approved the General Agency of State Mutual Life Assurance Co. in Mt Sterling for high business volume and sound methods. He toured the office with General Agent H G Hoffman, enjoyed an informative evening, and October 1911 topped the agency’s prior records. Hoffman expands into new territory as premiums reach 50 000 to 60 000 annually.
The concept of centralized civic spaces gains traction in U S cities Springfield and New Haven move toward a civic center plan. New Haven will cluster a post office library court house and city hall on one site creating a striking civic complex though it requires relocating the Second National Bank building.
A witty exchange mocks social graces with Mrs Wiggs asking if Mrs De Bluff has social qualifications and Mrs Digs replying she excels at staging elegant garden parties in others' gardens.
A distraught wife searches for her husband who left three hours earlier with a cat a bag two bricks and a clothesline intending to drown the cat at the river. The cat reappears about an hour later, easing her fears as neighbors offer a grim joke about cats taking long to drown.
Ambassador Jusserand commented that diplomacy is a way out of difficult situations. A royalist duke in Cannes was courted by a millionaire’s daughter, and when leaving the Riviera the hostess warned him that rumors spread of an engagement. He replied that Claire refused him.
A humorous Yonkers Statesman quip features a boss and Sam arguing over love and chickens. Sam insists he gets them, referencing the old saying Love will find the way, in a playful exchange about affection and poultry.
A town discussion finds plans for a frugal escape abandoned as residents opt to stay home while a local elevator remains out of order. The exchange captures a lighthearted, practical mood amid travel talk.
Sealed proposals to buy all or part of 15000 in bonds to be issued by the Mt Sterling Kentucky Graded Common School District will be received until 4 noon November 24 1911. Bonds dated January 1 1912 500 each 6 percent semiannual coupons maturing 1000 yearly beginning year after issue. Proceeds to build new school. 2 percent certified check with each bid returnable if not accepted. Right reserved to reject any bids. For details contact Duartes D Grasps Mt Sterling Ky. 17 31.
A 1909 Montgomery Circuit Court man slaughter convict seeks parole under the 1900 parole act. He began imprisonment February 3 1909 and states no prior penitentiary terms. He consents to parole and promises to behave as a peaceful citizen. Attest: Rep sr Chenault YT.
A historical note claims Texas will allocate 25 million dollars for roads next year due to a single Senate vote that joined Texas to the Union. It traces the chain to Indiana and Madison Marsh, whose one vote helped elect a legislator, and hints a county could be named for the anonymous man if found.
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