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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1912
Page
1
The Blue Grass League season ends in Mt Sterling with a Wednesday game against Paris followed by Field Day events. Prizes for fastest baserunning longest batted ball and other feats draw out-of-town players and likely a record crowd. The Mt Sterling team has shown strong form and fielding a competitive 1913 squad is expected.
A watch fob engraved with the initials C. C. B was found and turned in. The finder is asked to bring the item to the office for identification and return.
The Postoffice team defeated the Banker Printer group in two games. In the Wednesday game the score was 15 to 12 with Douglas on the mound for the Postoffice and Brown and Wyatt pitching for the bankers. The Monday game ended 8 to 6 for the Postoffice, with Douglas again pitching and J Hedden taking the mound for the opposition.
Notice from Sheriff W. F. Crooks of Montgomery County states taxes are due and unpaid properties will be advertised for sale to protect bondsmen. Taxpayers urged to settle promptly to avoid sale. Our Oatmeal in cans located at Vanars- (text ends).
The Mt Sterling Public Graded School began sessions with over 400 attendees, about 50 to 75 more than on opening day previously. The new building nears completion and should be ready by mid month. until then the Vice property is used. Prof C R Walker will lead the High School, with tuition from country pupils.
Advertisement from Mrs. John W. White offering day boarding at the Games property on West Main street with special lunches on short notice and a phone contact 457. The notice also mentions urgent printing services by the ApvocaTE.
Miss Mary Andrew Lockridge hosted a dinner party at Maple Ridge in honor of Miss Hattie Neal of McIntosh Florida. The suburban home setting framed a pleasant occasion from last week’s calendar.
Mrs. Peter Evans and her daughters will relocate to Little Rock Bourbon County late this week to establish their new home. Evans is elected matron of the graded school there and daughters Marguerite and Martha will teach in the same school. The note closes with a local business pitch for furniture, carpets and rugs from W. A. Sutton and Son.
Watson Lodge No. 32 I O O F elected Mr. A. M. Cline Captain W W Carr and Fred W Bassett as delegates to the Grand Lodge meeting in Somerset the first week in October. Capt Carr a popular C O conductor on this division is tipped for Grand Master of Kentucky. Best Home Killed roasts and steaks at Vanarsdell's.
Having purchased a large line of laces and embroideries direct from the manufactory, The Fair Store offers yardage at five cents. This week’s sale promises surprising value for fall use. Phone S. E. Kelly & Co. for fresh and cured meats at 121f.
In the first week of October a three day trotting horse meeting will be staged at the Fairgrounds. Promoters, led by W Hoffman Wood, promise $2500 in purses and seek Grellas band from Lexington for music.
The Kentucky State Board raises franchise assessments from 25 percent to 300 percent. Led by Auditor Henry M. Bosworth, Dr. C. T. Crecelius, Secretary of State, and Thomas Shea, the board boosts values, with the C. and O. Railroad seeing the largest jump, nine times last year. It is unclear if the railroad will contest the assessment in court.
The snippet touts low prices on furniture cars pets and rugs with a call to see more deals at a local retailer. It emphasizes affordability and a broad product range to attract shoppers.
Frank Stephenson eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Stephenson of Mt. Sterling has been appointed captain and placed in charge of the permanent recruiting station in Philadelphia after five years as an officer on board the Minnesota.
Rental notice for a cottage on Harrison Avenue listed by Percy D. Bryan. Details unclear in text. Potential rental inquiry or advertisement.
Peter McCormick the four year old stallion from Ricketts and McCormick of this city continues to win as a consistent racer. He added two wins at Crawfordsville Indiana after nine starts since leaving Mt. Sterling, with five victories and four second places. New line of groceries at S. E. Kelly and Co.
Supt. Barksdale Hamlett names the opening day Kentucky State Fair committee. Prof. W. O. Hopper of the city is named as a member.
Cecil Talbot Clifton inherits the title after the death of his brother Baron Grey De Ruthyn and will remain living on a ranch in Montana.
The Court of Appeals dissolved the injunction against Mt Sterling to stop the city from accepting brick streets built by L W Hancock Co of Louisville. The ruling means citizens who argued misconstruction must pay for the work. W C Hamilton and H R Prewitt argued for the city. John A Judy for the injunctions’ holders.
Geo W Anderson offers prompt hauling to and from trains and provides a phone contact 321. The Novelty Store advertises 941 coupons for phonographs valid until October 1st.
Ed Hon, a leading local businessman, fell on fat meat while descending steps at his workplace last Saturday night. He sustained facial cuts and two broken ribs. Dr. W. R. Thompson attends him and reports he is progressing, though in significant pain. My restaurant now open at 921 H. M. Ringo with updated, clean facilities.
Ed C Kissinger of Winchester wed Miss Mabel Hawkins in Richmond on Saturday. The groom is well known locally for his work in amateur entertainments and many friends here will take interest in the marriage.
A solid walnut wardrobe in good condition is available. Apply at this office to inquire about details and arranging pickup.
Circuit Court opened with Hon. Allie W. Young presiding. Juries assembled, but due to busy season adjourned until September 23 to avoid crop disruption. Grand Jury listed with foreman James OConnell and 28 others. four more to be appointed.
The Fair advertises a big sale of laces at five cents per yard continuing through the week. Local shoppers are invited to visit, with selections spanning several patterns and widths.
Postmaster General Hitchcock raises rural carriers salaries from 1000 to 1100 dollars yearly affecting about 30000 men with smaller route adjustments. Effective September 30, twelve months service earns fifteen days paid leave. Net annual increase exceeds 4 million dollars. Home killed meats at Vanarcdell's.
The Fiscal Court awarded a contract to Central Construction Company of Lexington to tear down the old courthouse wall terrace the lawn and perform the concrete work. Work to begin immediately with early completion anticipated. A notable city improvement expected to enhance Mt. Sterling’s appearance. Lost blue serge coats on Spencer Pike. Liberal reward for return to Howell Hunt.
In the final tally published after Saturday night’s close, Earl King Senff was declared the winner with 144 935 votes while John Samuels received 108 150. The result crowned Senff on the pony contest’s final count at Ringo.
Black jacket with grey lining missing in Mt Sterling area or between the city and Mrs Caswell Prewitt residence. Return to Aprocare office to receive reward.
Mrs. Harry Webber wife of a C. and O. engineer died on the train near Stepstone while being moved from Ashland to Lexington for an operation. Her body was brought to this city and sent on the noon train back to Ashland. Get your lunch goods for picnics and outings at Vanarsdell's.
Harry Kunkle, manager of the Maysville Base Ball Club, resigns and returns to Cincinnati. He was known as a hard working manager who fought hard for his club.
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