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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1917
Page
4
County Attorney W A Samuels County Court Clerk Keller Greene Commissioner First District Roy G Kern City Assessor T B Rodman Councilmen First Ward A R Robertson Jo B Frazer officials named in local government roster for election reporting.
In the past year the United States wasted about 2.5 billion dollars on alcoholic beverages. The piece critiques government measures to keep the "can" out of cantons and components.
The piece argues the new Kentucky tax law will soon double taxes on land and farmers. It cites a Tax Commission push to raise valuations and predicts higher levies unless lawmakers repeal the measure. It contrasts land taxes with bank deposits and criticizes legislators and city papers.
A Friday list of Marine Corps candidates for Second Lieutenants includes Walter S. Hallenberg Lenox Kentucky Nathaniel H. Massie Lexington Kentucky and Robert I Nelson Sterling Kentucky. Lieutenant Nelson has been home visiting his parents Mr and Mrs E Y Nelson.
The Agricultural Show scheduled for the last week in October in this city has been called off by promoters due to insufficient public interest in the movement.
Greenwade's advert promotes Pure Apple Vinegar as a safer preservative for canning, arguing it prevents spoilage and loss compared to acid vinegar and inviting readers to buy locally.
Pleasant cottage for rent on Holt avenue with possession set for September 1. Application via O W McCormick.
A large group recalls a "delicious and splendid dinner" for the Prewitt family. The attendee list includes Allen A Prewitt Chas Duerson Prewitt Elizabeth Prewitt Ruth Chandler McCord Laura Gill Hoffman Josephine Chenault Mary Prewitt Turley and dozens more, highlighting extensive family ties across many households and surnames.
Lost complete automobile tire size 34x4 between Owingsville Mt Sterling and North Middletown on July 29. Will pay expenses. Contact Phone 39 North Middletown or address T J Judy North Middletown.
Mr. Dyke Duty has accepted a position with the Traders National Bank and began his duties last week. He is cited as one of Mr. Sterling's brightest young men and is expected to be a valuable employee.
A lifelong farmer and land owner declares his qualifications for the county assessor race. He pledges fair valuation under the state tax law, impartial duties, and nonpolitical candidacy, vowing not to spend on corruption or whisky. He asks for support. MATTFORD 16-31 pd (Advertisement)
Mr. Ben P. Drake has accepted a position with the R. H. White & Co. drug store and invites friends to call and share patronage. He will be an obliging and competent clerk.
The Winchester Courier quotes the view that the new Kentucky tax law will likely raise less revenue than the current system. The change is urged to be aimed at creating jobs for local politicians of the Stanley persuasion.
For sale tow truck in running condition with powerful engine. Also lot of barn or shed posts and rafters available. Pinney Griggs Co. 7-41 Levee area Ky. R. R. No. 1. F A Hackett.
Peter the Great, famed light harness sire owned by Staughton A. Fletcher, has been shipped from Kentucky to Laurel Hall Farm near Indianapolis, Ind. The horse’s departure is described as a distinct loss to Kentucky breeders after years of service in the state.
For rent a small well improved place 2 miles from Mt Sterling until March 1 1919. Also for sale 5 acres good tobacco 10 acres corn and other crops now growing. Possession given at once. Apply at this office 10-42.
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