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Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Oct 29, 1913

Page

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Mourning for Fred G Morris and Allene Wayman Drowning

A drowning accident near Howards Mill in Slate Creek claims Fred G Morris 21 and leaves Allene Wayman of New Albany, Ind., critically injured. Robert Stone and Florence Dawson swam to safety. Morris funeral held at Machpelah Cemetery. Wayman taken to New Albany for burial preparations begin. Morris cafe proprietor praised as courteous and beloved by many. community shares condolences and recalls his bright, genial nature.

Fred G. Morris Allene Wayman New Albany Ind Howards’ Mill Slate Creek Robert Stone Mt. Sterling Garage Florence Dawson Ce Albany Mr. Stone Mr. Morris Missouri Louisville Louise Roy L. Morris Fred Morris Morris

Huyler's Chocolate Featured at Geiger's Pharmacy Fountain

Geiger's Pharmacy promotes Huyler's Chocolate at its fountain. The ad notes a selection of chocolates for customers seeking a treat.

Fountain of Geiger’s Pharmacy

Former Pastor Dedicates New Morganfield Church

Rev George S Kennard formerly pastor of the Baptist Church of this city conducted dedication services of the new twelve thousand dollar church just finished at Morganfield Kentucky. He has been pastor there less than a year and is doing a great work with many friends in this city wishing him continued success.

George S. Kennard The Baptist Church Morganfield Kennard

Hog Killing Time

An advertisement urges readers to obtain a scalding tub from Mc Cormick Lumber Co as the hog killing season approaches.

McCormick Lumber Co

Distinguished Visitor Addresses Ohio Valley Association in Lexington

Professor Archibald Henderson of Chapel Hill North Carolina visited the family of Mr. Price Calk last week. He addressed the Ohio Valley Association at their Lexington meeting in the early part of the week.

Archibald Henderson Chapel Hill N. C Price Calk Henderson Ohio Valley Association Lexington

Oysters and celery fresh daily at The Sanitary Meat Market

Daily supply of oysters and celery advertised by The Sanitary Meat Market ensuring fresh produce for customers. The notice emphasizes regular availability and market reliability.

Sanitary

Independent candidates blocked from ballot in county races

J A Williams filed to run as an Independent for Magistrate in Aaron's Run district and J M Adams sought the same for Jeffersonville against Democratic nominees. After withdrawals left nineteen petitioners, the County Clerk sought Attorney General guidance and declined to place either name on the ballot, leaving Democrats unopposed in those districts.

J. A. Williams Aaron’s Run Keller Greene Col. W. D. Henry John M. Adams Jeffersonville Esq T. C. Quisenberry Williams Frankfort

Wanted Fat Turkeys for Thanksgiving Market Begin Nov 12

G D Sullivan and Co advertises for fat turkeys for Thanksgiving as market activity starts November 12. The notice notes firm involvement in supply and sale details for producers and buyers.

G. D. Sullivan & Co

Scott County Grand Jury Calls for Abolition of Court

The Scott County grand jury at Georgetown last week urged abolishing the Fiscal Court and pushing a full reform of the fiscal system. The court members supported the recommendation, and another county is expected to adopt the commission form of government.

Scott County Grand Jury Georgetown Commission

Complete line of paper and correspondence cards now available

Advocate Publishing Co Inc advertises a complete stock of paper and correspondence cards. Call now while inventory remains full.

Advocate Publishing Co., Inc

Remains of W. C. Fox Laid to Rest Here Thursday

William C. Fox aged 41 son of Mr and Mrs G T Fox of this county died in a Lexington hospital at 8 o clock Wednesday after long illness. The body arrived by noon train Thursday and the interment followed graveside services led by Rev H D Clark at Machpelah cemetery. Oysters celery and cranberries at Vanarsdell's.

William C. Fox G. T. Fox Lexington Machpelah Cemetery H. D. Clark

Walter Mackie Returns to City After Typhoid Illness

A correction states Walter Mackie did not purchase an interest at Winchester with his brother George. Walter only assisted in running the business while George was ill, and Walter has returned to the city to resume his post at W. B. Whites.

Walter Mackie Winchester George W. B. White

Killed in Illinois

Telegram reports Grover C. Richardson killed in an elevator accident in Danville Illinois. He was thirty, survived by wife and two children, parents John F. and wife, two brothers, three sisters. John F Richardson left to fetch the body for interment. funeral plans not yet set.

Grover C. Richardson Danville Ill Richardson John F. Richardson Danville, Ill Arthur C Adlai Will Turley Nettie Montgomery County Virgil Browning Clark County

Jones and Robertson Bride and Groom Wed at Parsonage

Mr Richard M Jones and Miss Fannie Miller Robertson were married Tuesday at the Methodist parsonage by Rev T W Watts. They will reside at the groom’s home near Ewington. The bride is the Robertson daughter and the groom a noted farmer with many friends offering best wishes.

Methodist Fannie Miller Robertson Richard M. Jones T. W. Watts Ewington E. F. Robertson Sterling W. E. Jones

Hugh Miller Sold to E R Little for Next Racing Season

Hugh Miller a two year old trotter by Baron More was sold privately to E R Little of the county. The colt will be wintered here and prepared for three year old trotting races next season. Little plans to campaign Hugh Miller in the half mile rings.

John M. McCormick Hugh Miller Baronmore E. R. Little Mr. Little

Kemper Farm Sold at Mil ler's Station Nicholas County

The Kemper farm of Mrs M B Kemper and children at Miller's Station Nicholas county comprising 227 acres with fine improvements sold Saturday via W Hoffman Wood of this city. Sale price about 120 dollars per acre.

M. B. Kemper Miller’s Station Nicholas County W. Hoffman Wood

Gaitskill and Robinsons Quietly Wed at Home

Mr J C Gaitskill Jr and Miss Mildred Robinson united in marriage at the bride’s parents’ home on Sycamore street. Rev T W Watts performed the ceremony at five this Wednesday morning. The couple then traveled to Winchester and Cincinnati before returning to live on the Maysville pike.

J. C. Gaitskill, Jr Mildred Robinson R. C. Robinson Sycamore Street T. W. Watts Winchester Cincinnati Maysville Pike Mt. Sterling High School John C. Gaitskill Sterling

McCormick Sells Samuels Avenue Residence

Saturday afternoon Leslie McCormick sold his two story frame house on Samuels Avenue to Percy D. Bryan for private consideration. Possession is set for April 1 1914 and the Bryans will occupy the home. McCormick plans a new residence just across the street and will begin digging immediately.

Leslie McCormick Percy D. Bryan Samuels Avenue McCormick

Robbers Break Safe at Winchester Roller Mills

Thieves struck the Winchester Roller Mills Co office Friday night breaking in from the rear after visiting Burke's blacksmith shop on Washington street. They used a sledge to knock off the safe knob and punch the lock, then stole about $113.04 belonging to the Milling Company and roughly $15 for the Christian church.

Winchester Roller Mills Co Burke Washington Street

Notice to creditors in Morris estate administratrix action

All persons having claims against Fred G. Morris deceased must prove and file them with Louise Morris Administratrix for payment. 1731 Pure pork sausage at Vanars dell's.

Fred G. Morris Louise Morris Vanarsdell’s

Double wedding ties in Winchester pairings in Kentucky

Miss Emerald Judy of this city wed Mr Joseph Brown Jr of Winchester in Phoenix Hotel parlors alongside Miss Margaret Brown and Mr Bronston McCord of Winchester. Rev Spencer officiated and couples left for Louisville. Judy, Mt Sterling High School 1913 graduate, is famed local society figure. Brown family connections noted. McCord runs a Winchester garage.

Emerald Judy Joseph Brown, Jr Winchester Phoenix Hotel Margaret Brown Bronston McCord Miss Judy Spencer Louisville Judy Henry Judy Mt. Sterling High School Mc Sterling Kentucky Mr. Brown Ellen Brown Clark County Joseph Brown Brown-Proctoria McCord

Ball Used in the World Series Passed to Local Boy

Master Dyke Duty of this city owns a ball used in the world series sent by his aunt Mrs. W. G. Fralick of New York. He keeps it locked away nightly as if guarding gold, an evident fan’s pride. Green vegetables featured at Greenwade's.

Dyke Duty W. G. Fralick New York

Also Mentioned on This Page

State Creek Fred Mr. Sterling Huyler Rogers W. C. Fox Vanarslell’s Illinois R. M. Jones Fannie M. Robertson Little Kemper Farm Mr. Gaitskill Miss Robinson Miss Emerald Joe Brown the Phoenix Greenwade’s Chicago Mattie Blount
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