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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1918
Page
4
A War Department letter commends Montgomery County Local Board as one of thirteen Kentucky boards timely with their duties and praises the board members and local office clerks for efficient service.
Strother Motors Co lists four Ford cars on the showroom floor including two Sedans and two Crosders. The notice specifies model variety and availability for potential buyers.
Mr R C Hall died at his Powell County home on Saturday from pneumonia following a bout of Spanish influenza. He was 2 brother of Dock and Ab Hall and is survived by his wife and four children all ill with influenza. The Walsh Company notes prop bets in camp for the holidays.
Mr and Mrs J T McCormick received a card last week saying their son Private George KR McCormick of Battery D 50th Coast Artillery had arrived safely in France. He was among the first to answer his country’s call.
Roger Duff twelve years old died at his home near Spencer from pneumonia after an influenza attack. He is survived by his mother and a sister, following the recent death of his father Sam Duff. Interment was at Machpelah cemetery Monday. The family suffers a second bereavement in a short span. Cooper's white wool union suits advertised by The Walsh Company.
Beginning Sunday November 3 the Mt Sterling Garage will operate on Sundays for business after a period of closure following a ruling by the Fact Administrator.
Joseph Pelosi died Saturday evening from pneumonia after several days of flu. A resident of this city for months he made many friends before his death. He previously lived in Carlisle and Georgetown and was buried there. He is survived by a daughter. The notice ends with a tax payment reminder for Hoffmans Insurance Agency in the Sterling National Bank Building.
The community extends sympathy to Mr and Mrs Gilbert Y Triplett on the death of their four year old son James Gilbert from double pneumonia after Spanish influenza. Funeral services were held Monday afternoon by Rev Clyde Darsie with burial in Machpelah Cemetery. The notice ends with a Christmas shopping prompt.
A local ad lists seven square asphalt shingles and five square roll roofing for sale. Also notices stray horse description and recovery rewards, a room for rent, a car incident report, a gratitude note for illness and death and hat offers, with several personal names and phone numbers.
Mr Issac Rogers Sr learns through the Red Cross that his son Isaac Rogers Jr has arrived in France overseas. The message confirms the family’s news of the military travel during wartime.
Mr. V. A. Reis sold his residence and two acres on Spring Street to Mrs. Will Arnold of Fayette County. Stray mare, sorrel, brindled face, strayed to Grassy Lick Pike. owner urged to call, pay for advertisement and grazing. J. D. Gray.
The Food Administration fixed hog prices for November at 17.75 dollars per cwt for hogs driven, and 16.50 dollars for all other hogs except throwouts. Maintenance of prices will depend on normal marketing.
The sheriffs office will remain open on Saturdays and Sundays starting Saturday night October 26 from 7 to 9 p m until December 1 with extended hours.
A diamond brooch was lost on city streets Saturday with a £25 reward offered for its return to Mrs Marion B French. Also an individual's for sale notice and a khaki linen and silk handkerchiefs aimed at soldiers are listed.
Telegram from Frankfort reports Samuel Henton of Woodford County a Battalion Sergeant in the 326th Field Artillery was killed in action. Sister Miss Darnaby Henton sending the news says he was a prominent young man with many friends in Kentucky. Also includes shop advert and stray calf notice with contact.
An advertisement urges readers to buy J M shoes at Immortal Truth. It quotes a proverb about choosing a good name over riches, noting the ancient wisdom remains relevant today.
A brief aphorism urges readers to start the day with a resolve to spread happiness to others, attributing the thought to Sidney Smith. The message emphasizes kindness as a daily practice and shared goodwill.
County road engineer W F Horton urges motorists to minimize travel on the Maysville pike while repairs are underway. The Fiscal Court asks residents and heavy traffic to use the road as little as possible during the work period.
A lost overcoat was left in a car near Ewington Monday night October 6. Please return it to this office.
Short promotional note cites Burns Shelley and Byron dying young to urge buying a fine over coat from Burns Shelley Byron. It contrasts famed poets with an upscale clothing pitch, implying longevity through prudent fashion choices.
A brief shopper advisory urges readers to purchase Manhattan shirts in time for Christmas. The note emphasizes early selection to ensure gift availability and timely delivery.
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