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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1913
Page
4
The editorial urges the Mayor City Council or committee in charge to protest contractor delays on the Maysville street improvement. It notes hundreds are inconvenienced as the main city approach remains blocked, fears winter idle work, and calls for urgent full speed ahead to finish the project.
The speaker appeals to the Legislature to reduce a two million dollar deficit rather than fund lavish celebrations, arguing taxpayers would celebrate meaningful savings instead.
The passage of the tariff law is described as the fulfillment of the chief pledge by the Democratic party to the nation. The measure is framed as delivering economic change and national policy progress.
In Lexington an estimated 800 people gathered as the cornerstone of the new $100,000 First Baptist Church was laid Sunday afternoon. Rev. E. J. Cowell of Porter Memorial Baptist Church delivered the principal address, which was described as eloquent and deeply appreciated.
A large fire in Williamstown Kentucky leveled an entire block of stores and offices on Sunday. Estimated losses reach 75000 with 30000 covered by insurance. The blaze damaged multiple businesses and displaced several occupants.
The note suggests women live longer than men yet do not attain the same age, a curious claim in correspondence about aging beliefs. It reflects gendered longevity ideas in informal writing.
David Prewitt, Clark County figure, was jailed and fined 30 for refusal to answer on vote buying. In court he admitted hearing rumors and said information came in confidence. He later stated he had permission to talk and was dismissed the following morning.
Sheriff W. F. Crooks announces the 1913 tax books are open for collection. Taxes unpaid by December 1, 1913 will be advertised and sold on December 29, 1913. Final settlement must occur by January 1, 1914 as his term ends.
Notice for a safe sale of a house and lot on North Sycamore Street by J. W. Jones. Details unclear in readable text.
The Montgomery County Court orders a November 4 1913 poll on whether the county fiscal court shall have three commissioners elected at large and the County Judge. Sheriff W F Crooks to publish notices and arrange ballots, with voting at all precincts from 6 am to 4 pm.
For sale one pair young work mules five and six years old, plus one wagon and set of double leather harness. Also for sale small improved farm three miles from Mt Sterling. Phone 659-B. Kint Oscar Moss, R. R. No. 6.
The Clark Circuit Court orders a commissioner sale by CHENAULT executor for Amanda Anderson et al. of multiple Clark Powell and Montgomery county tracts, totaling several hundred acres including the Verden and Donahue parcels, to satisfy a $9,000 judgment. Sale at Winchester Court House on Monday October 27, 1913 at 2 PM, on credit 6 and 12 months, with parcels auctioned in specified lots and combinations to maximize proceeds.
Advertisers invite readers to purchase the brand of records with a limited time deal. The message emphasizes taking advantage of the promotional offer to boost demand for their products.
Legal notice describes land boundary by compass lines totaling 160 acres plus up to 160.5 acres, sale under J. T. Stokely Master Commissioner with Bond and surety required, purchasers to provide prompt payment terms, attorneys Jovett & Jouett listed.
A lighthearted note on fashion in flux describes how women's clothing, once puzzling, becomes easier to understand as trends clarify. The piece hints at evolving styles and public interest in wardrobe choices.
A municipal committee named WM, Cravens, Avuchonger and others as supporters for W. T. Fitzpatrick outlines campaign efforts. The terse list appears in a public notice fragment with no clear dates or actions provided.
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