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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1916
Page
1
A brief notice urges registered Democrats to complete voter registration on October 30 31 or November 1 to be eligible for the upcoming election. The item promotes registering and voting for Woodrow Wilson.
Ben Prall Drake, two, died at his grandmother Mrs. Sarah B. Drake’s home after weeks of suffering from lymphatic leukemia. Funeral services were led by Rev. J. S. Wilson and Rev. W. D. Nowlin, with burial in Machpelah Cemetery. The couple and many friends mourn the loss of the young child. Punch, Graves & Co. advertisement note.
Eugene Flowers and Charles Moore of Russellville Kentucky visited this city last week to observe county court day stock sales. They represent the Business Men's Club of Russellville which plans cattle pens and barns to boost the local cattle market. Russellville is noted for its strong commercial effort.
Messrs. S. C. Sharp and C. H. Reese announce a dance at Ringo's Hall next Tuesday night under the Junior Club.
Mrs. Mary E. Guilfoile of the county announces the engagement of her daughter Margaret Gertrude Guilfoile to Ralph Lonnie Barnard of the city. The couple, both Class of 1915 graduates of the County High School, plan a November wedding. Barnard is the eldest son of S. C. Barnard, a prominent local merchant. The Advocate offers prenuptial felicitations.
C P Pierce makes splendid progress on the handsome new brick home for Mr George McAlister on West Main Street and will soon have it under roof. The city’s west side has grown into one of its most beautiful residential sections in recent years.
Augustus Thomas lauds progress in restoring government to the people. He credits weakening plutocracy and curbing special privilege, noting large advances in public governance and accountability.
Mr Hodge Morris is declared the winner of a fine steel rod and reel offered by Bassett Drug Co for catching the largest bass in Montgomery County during the season. He weighed 3 pounds 13 ounces from Slate Creek in early spring. Several nice fish were caught, but none matched his. The prize act as advertising for Bassett Drug Co with its quality reels and rods.
Men are urged to buy sturdy heavy high top shoes from Punch Graves and Company. The ad emphasizes durability and protection for labor and outdoor work.
A Hudson driven by Mr. S. Ralls of Sharpsburg skidded on the pike near the Mose Lewis farm after a land sale on Wednesday afternoon and collided with a fence. One wheel broke and other damage occurred but no injuries were reported. It marks the second similar accident in the county in two weeks.
The Tuesday Club calls for public cooperation in a Table Theatre benefit picture show next Monday October 30 with matinee and evening performances. Proceeds from seat sales before six oclock go to the Health and Welfare League.
In a landmark game in Kentucky, Sewanee faced the heavier Kentucky State University eleven at Lexington and battled to a scoreless tie. State showed marked improvement since its prior clash with Vanderbilt.
Grover C Anderson seeks a good jersey cow for purchase. Contact him at phone 606 R to arrange details and availability.
Executor W P Oldham sold 373 acres at public sale for 137 50 per acre. Buyers included R C Gatewood with 163 acres and Thos Shields Ford Patterson and B Patterson with 210 acres. Personal property ranged from mules to cattle with prices from 40 to 352 50. Wm Cravens conducted the sale.
A local advertisement urges readers to buy shoes from Punch Graves and Co claiming style and comfort along with a trusted merchant reputation.
Mr John F Shubert aged 62 died at his home near Jeffersonville after a months long illness. He is survived by his wife and several children. He was well known and popular in the neighborhood and neighbors extend sympathy. The shoes you want we have.
Deputy County Court Clerk L. R. Douglas issued licenses for several couples this past week. Jesse Calvert to Elizabeth Spence, both of this county. Bruce Reed to Pearl Bailey of Bath county. Clarence Ensor near Camargo this county to Pearl Staton of Bath county. William Strange and Carrie Witt of near Kiddville this county.
Contractor J. W. Langston will soon complete the residence of Mr. E. A. Flynn on the corner of Samuels avenue and High street. The modern bungalow home is nearing completion.
County Chairman John A Judy announces Hon Joe Finnell Assistant US District Attorney will tour Grassy Lick Jeffersonville Levee and High Top next week to address voters in school houses at 7 30 pm aided by local speakers. Finnell highly recommended and campaign urged for turnout. Our ladies black dress shoes remark appears as product copy.
The Montgomery Circuit Court's current term is busy with several notable cases. A jury awarded Jack Holbarn $500 against C and O Railroad for injuries from a July 1914 train incident. Also noted are a forgery conviction for Smith with a two year term, a Pergram murder trial possibly this week, and the Hadden Will case ongoing. For rent a nine room house on Holt Avenue with stable and garden is offered by Greene Heirs.
Dan M Chenault of Richmond died at his Madison County residence on Wednesday after weeks of critical illness. He was about 56, survived by his wife Elizabeth Reid Chenault and a daughter and son. Funeral services were held Friday at two o'clock at the residence with burial in Richmond cemetery. Attendees from here included Mr and Mrs Geo R Snyder and several Reid and Chenault family members.
Next Monday October 30 Tuesday October 31 and Wednesday November 1 are set as special registration days. Voters are urged to register and vote for Woodrow.
Mr. Jesse T. Highland has awarded the contract for his new two story brick home on the Maysville pike to A. E. Lawrence. Architect Ed Stamler of Lexington designed the plans, and upon completion the house will be one of the county’s handsomest and most modern structures.
The dedication services for the consolidated Camar go school will be held Saturday October 28 beginning at 12 30. Attendees are cordially invited to attend.
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