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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1916
Page
4
A Chamber of Commerce address in Columbus Ohio on December 10 1915 extols the average man as the backbone of the country calling for respect for the worker and his tools as the lifeblood of the nation.
The piece argues for re electing President Wilson over Hughes attracting support for his proven leadership. It portrays Wilson as incorruptible and capable while warning that replacing him would bring unrest, policy shifts, and risk, citing Senator Beckham's praise and urging voters to maintain the existing course.
The Mayfield Messenger reports Democrats tout Wilson gains in Graves County while Republicans step back. It notes J W Dawson of Charleston withdraws as Republican elector and warns a Hughes vote equals backing the “old guard.” It cites David Starr Jordan on war casualties to frame the debate.
The Advocate notes that women have opened a Democratic Headquarters at the Seelbach Hotel in Louisville and seek to form a Woodrow Wilson Women’s League in the county. They urge rapid submission of names and welcome letters and visitors to promote peace and prosperity.
The leading Republican paper in Central Kentucky condemns Hughes for courting disloyal voters. It cites his silence as implied consent to hyphenates and Kaiser‑leaning support, urging Wilson voters to condemn disloyalty and demand explicit repudiation.
Mr Watterson states Hughes is out of the question and hopeless. He argues the people prefer Wilson seeking re election to avoid peril to international and other interests. The public believes Wilson will succeed himself and will not swap horses in the middle of the stream.
Ladies can choose snap and stylish shoes priced at 3.50 and 4.00 dollars from Punch Graves & Co. The offer highlights fashionable designs and affordable options for women seeking durable footwear.
The article criticizes Mr. Hughes for a second visit, noting costly spending by party interests and loud demos in Louisville. It claims the spectacle did not sway voters and questions the value of the expenditure, predicting little gain for the Republicans and little harm to Democrats.
The advertisement announces a new line of all gray ladies shoes available at Punch Graves & Co. The listing emphasizes style and comfort, inviting shoppers to visit the store for fittings and selection.
The Republicans aim to buy or steal support in Kentucky with speeches but will gain nothing. Watchful Democrats guard the state and will pursue any dirty scheme, with offenders facing the penitentiary.
The message states continued service under a lease through March 1 1917 with terms cash and emphasis on maintaining first class repair standards while inviting customers.
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