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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1914
Page
1
Farmers report a strong Montgomery county crop despite some house damage and war price fears. They note most tobacco goes to American manufacturers with Imperial Tobacco buying modest amounts, and warn that discussing low prices only encourages producers to accept cuts.
A. E. Willson Republican Senate candidate spoke at the Court House Saturday night to a fair sized audience and denounced the Democratic administration at state and national levels.
Monday night marked the season’s first freezing point with ice on kettles and water tubs about half an inch thick. A clear night brought the first heavy frost observed early Tuesday morning.
On November first Charles Eskridge the C&O ticket agent will move to Logan West Virginia and James Porter formerly with the Q&C at Lexington will take his place at the local depot.
The death of W. J. Fell, about 70, was reported as occurring at his Salt Lick home. A Pennsylvania native, he moved to Kentucky two decades ago, aided the Licking Valley railroad, and represented Standard Oil in Ragland oil fields while active in local business.
Advocate Publishing Co. offers a window display item a box of correspondence paper priced at 25 cents.
At the 114th annual Grand Lodge of Kentucky Masons in Louisville last week, S. S. Pinney of this city was named Grand Captain of the Host. James F. Winn of Winchester became Grand Royal Arch Captain, Judge W. R. Shackeford of Richmond is new Grand High Priest, and George B. Winslow of Carrollton was elected Grand Master of F and A M.
Sutton's announces a special Saturday sale featuring O-Cedar mops with promotional pricing aimed at households seeking cleaning supplies. Limited stock expected, shoppers advised to arrive early for best selection.
Fox hunters from Clark and adjoining counties will meet at Oil Springs this week. John M. Hodkin of Winchester will present a fine horn to the owner of the best dog. Races start Wednesday and run several days. All invited. Winner must be a Clark County resident.
A box supper and minstrel event at Camargo school Saturday night to support a good cause. Organizers invite the community to attend and assist.
The Young Women's Missionary Society of the Christian Church announces an annual Xmas Bazaar to be held in December with details to be announced.
A local shop advertises a special sale on correspondence paper available in plain and initial styles. Customers may choose display options for their window presentation during a quarter offered by the store.
A broadside from Ballard & Ballard urges Southern commercial bodies to shift to cotton bags and packing to raise U S cotton consumption from 40 to 60 percent. The letter claims daily cotton sack use totals $1,225 and promises economic benefits if mills operate 24 hours and retailers demand cotton goods. It urges newspapers to publish the appeal.
Miss Nelle Tipton has accepted a temporary stenographer position with the Rowan County Freestone Co at Farmers Kentucky. She begins immediately and will assist in clerical duties while a permanent replacement is sought.
The long running Farce A Pair of Sixes by Edward Peple comes to Table Opera House on November 4. George B Nettleton and T Boggs John partners in a pill firm trap each other with a poker contract forcing the loser to act as butler for a year. The plan leads to comic entanglements with lovestruck heiress and an eccentric English maid.
Fire found in W. C. Moore's grocery Monday night around eleven. It was extinguished before significant damage. L. R. Douglas, who lives above the store, sounded the alarm in time to prevent a serious blaze.
Rental notice for a five room cottage on Locust Street near Bank Street. Contact V A Reis at the listed address to inquire about the 1721 property listing.
After nineteen months of continuous work Congress adjourned last Saturday with fewer than a quorum in the Senate and fewer than fifty House members present. A concurrent resolution ended the session at four, with clocks moved ahead to show 3:22 in the House and 3:27 in the Senate. It was described as the longest and most laborious session ever.
Vanarsdell's showcases a selection of home killed meats with emphasis on quality and value. Shoppers can expect fresh cuts and local sourcing highlighted in weekly specials.
Miss Anna Montjoy is now in charge of the Greenbriar school while Miss Trimble has resigned due to ill health after guiding the work for a period.
A farm purchaser puts up for sale a lot on West High street 60 feet wide 250 feet deep adjacent to G. B. Senff. Interested buyers may apply to Grover C. Anderson at 16-31.
The jury in the Florence Carman case over Louise Bailey’s death was discharged after disagreeing, and it is unlikely the defendant will face trial again.
Sir Edward Grey informs the United States that Britain will not hinder American cotton shipments deemed contraband of war. The pledge aims to maintain free flow of cotton despite wartime tensions between Britain and Germany.
Pocketbook lost with three dollars and several receipts. Finder urged to return to this office for reward and safe handling of items.
Secretary McAdoo announced that the twelve Federal Reserve banks of the new banking system will begin business on November 16, marking the start of the nationwide monetary reform.
A new Kentucky Rural Credit Association headquartered in Lexington seeks cheaper money for farmers with an amortization plan that pays back a portion of the principal each year. Gov. James B. McCreary serves as president as the group aims to be the nation’s first such organization, with prior presidents Roosevelt Taft and Wilson noted for supporting similar efforts.
The Mission Band of the Christian church holds an exchange at Hazelrigg’s store on the upcoming Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Items to eat and share will be available. Attendance and participation encouraged at the Hazelrigg location.
Mr. A. C. Bogie bought 100 head of feeding cattle weighing 1050 pounds from Mr. Maury Weil of Fayette County. The lot is described as one of the best cattle shipments from Fayette County this year.
In light of the European war, few toys will be available this Christmas. The store reports its early purchase of a full, complete toy assortment and notes Santa Claus will have his headquarters there, urging shoppers to buy early.
The Advocate for Printing solicits loans: 3000 on farm property for 3 years, 1700 on city or farm property for 3 years, 1000 on city or farm property, 750 on city or farm property. Will furnish money on six hours notice. Mt. Sterling National Bank Building.
The Presbyterian church society will hold a Christmas bazaar on Saturday December 5. Location to be announced later.
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