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Newspaper

Mount Sterling Advocate

Location

Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Sep 12, 1916

Page

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Big Barbecue Draws Crowd in Winchester Event

A Saturday barbecue in Winchester drew an estimated crowd of about twelve thousand. Speakers included President Marshall and delegates from Texas and Alabama praising Wilson era gains, with Heflin entertaining the audience and Garner praised for smooth event management.

Winchester Wilson Marshall Candy Texas Old Montgomery Indiana Hughes Senate Heflin Alabama Congress John E. Garner Clark County

Off to College as Local Students Head for Colleges

Mt Sterling sends a group to Lexington for State University and many others to Danville Randolph Macon Woman's College Lynchburg Richmond Nashville Vanderbilt Ward Belmont Georgetown Princeton Tallahassee Transylvania University. The community celebrates so many youths pursuing higher education and better prepared for life.

Mt. Sterling Lexington State University Mary Ricketts Vivian Alfrey Mary Beall Alegine Bigstaff Ta See Tom Grubbs Dillard Turner John Ricketts Thompson Guthrie Henry Sullivan Harry Reis Ashley Blevins James Bigstaff Martha Frances Reed John McClure Margaret Hadden Elizabeth Little Danville Kentucky Female College Julia Rodman Margueritte Newmeyer Lynchburg Randolph-Macon Woman’s College Cynthia Thompson Richmond West Hampton College Malcom Thompson Nashville Tenn Vanderbilt University Elizabeth McCaun Ward- Belmont Stella Stephens Georgetown Jack Winn Princeton University Kathryn Howell David Howell Tallahassee Florida State College For Women J. Breckinridge Horton Mary Emma Coons Transylvania University

Bankers to Meet at Kentucky Association Convention

Invitations have been received for the annual convention of the Kentucky Bankers Association to be held October 10 and 11 in Paducah. Mr. John G. Winn of Montgomery National Bank will respond to the address of welcome, with several local bankers attending.

Kentucky Bankers’ Association Paducah John G. Winn Montgomery National Bank

Pony and Buggy for Sale in Good Condition

Small black pony with phaeton buggy and harness offered for sale. Used briefly. pony described as good and outfit as good as new. Listing credits Henry W. Senieur and notes item reference (11-31).

Henry W. Senieur

Welcoming Visitors From All Parts of the State

The text notes that cordial greetings were extended to all visitors who arrived from every region of the state, highlighting broad state-wide attendance and hospitality.

Advertising turns dull months into busy sales in furniture and clothing

July and August once the dullest months in furniture trade are now the busiest thanks to advertising turning inactivity into activity. January, once a slow period for men’s clothing stores, now sees record sales through advertising.

Is Called to Heaven by Youthful Death on Antwerp Avenue

Bruce Blevins eldest son of Mr and Mrs William Blevins died at his home on Antwerp avenue this morning at two o'clock after months of kidney trouble. Funeral services will be conducted at the residence tomorrow afternoon at 2 30 by Rev B W Trimble. Burial in Machpelah cemetery. He is survived by his parents and several brothers and sisters.

Bruce Blevins William Blevins Antwerp Avenue B. W. Trimble Machpelah Cemetery

Reward Offered for Strayed Black Hog Near City Edge

John C. Trimble offers a reward for information leading to the recovery of a 125 pound black hog that strayed from his property on the edge of the city limits on August 29. Contact details provided.

John C. Trimble

Winchester councilman T. L. Nunan dies after illness

T. L. Nunan longtime Winchester city council member dies after months of illness. He was a well known Clark county figure, survived by his wife, a son and a daughter who died previously. Body shipped to Lexington for interment.

T. L. Nunan Winchester Nunan Clark County Lexington

Hand Injured Worker at Moore & Scott Bakery

Mr. Roy C. Scott suffered a painful hand injury in the Moore and Scott bakery on Bank Street when his right hand was caught in a machine. Doctors fear he may lose the first joint of his second finger.

Roy C. Scott Moore & Scott Bank Street Scott

Skirts Bargain at The Fair Next Saturday

Ladies' Outing Cloth Skirts offered at 25 cents each next Saturday, September 16, reduced from 50 cents. Limit of two per person, at The Fair.

House Warming at Greenwade Home Near Country Place

About forty relatives and friends gathered Sunday at the new country home of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Greenwade. The occasion was a warm welcome with best wishes for long life happiness and prosperity from their hosts and guests.

Peter Greenwade

Brunner Shoe Co to Liquidate Inventory After Stockholders’ Agreement

Brunner Shoe Co plans to place its entire stock on the market and close out after an inventory, under the supervision of Attorney R. A. Chiles. The move follows a stockholders agreement and affects the company’s local operations.

Brunner Shoe Co R. A. Chiles

Prospects For Trots Meet Boosted By Public Backing

Prospects for the trots this fall are very good and organizers say strong public and business support will assure success. They claim the event will draw large crowds and prove a lucrative business for local merchants.

Local Man to Open Meat Store in Chenault Building

Mr W T Adams of Lexington announces a new meat store opening soon in the Chenault and Crear building on Maysville Street. His advertisement in this paper notes the projected venture and signals upcoming business presence in town.

W.T. Adams Lexington Chenault & Crear Maysville St Adams

Auto Crash After Barbecue Ends With Pole Damage

While returning from a Winchester barbecue Saturday afternoon, a car driven by Will Scabee was struck by another vehicle that fled the scene. Scabee’s car hit a telephone pole, splitting it in two, and the wreck left the car beyond local repair. Passengers Rufus Hadden suffered a leg injury while Thomas Fitzpatrick and John W. Lockridge were badly shaken and bruised. they were later taken to town by other cars.

Winchester Will Scabee Scobee Rufus Hadden Thos. Fitzpatrick John W. Lockridge

Rooms for Rent Two Centrally Located

Two rooms for rent in a central location with on site office application. Contact the office for details and availability.

Moss Resigns as Lexington A B Manager

Announcement states T Sears Moss resigns after four years as Lexington branch manager of the Kentucky Actuarial Bureau. He has nine years with the firm and plans unknown. He is a former local resident and will be temporarily replaced by Richard B Apperson, also from the city, who has been an assistant in the office.

T. Sears Moss Lexington Kentucky Actuarial Bureau Moss Richard B. Apperson

Insurance for Con voy Safety Saddles and Harness

Rates offer lower life insurance costs for users of Con voy Safety Saddles and Harness claiming quality and low prices. Product emphasizes safety and affordability for riders.

Ill at Richmond Dan Chenault Taken Seriously Ill

Dan Chenault of Richmond is dangerously ill at his home and physicians have been summoned. He married Elizabeth Reid and is well connected in the county. Mr and Mrs George Snyder of the county are by his bedside.

Dan Chenault Richmond Chenault Elizabeth Reid George Snyder

Bicycle for Sale In Good Condition

Advertises a bicycle for sale in good condition with a contact to apply at the advocate office or by calling 603.

Popular couple are married in Louisville ceremony

Miss Emily Tipton daughter of Lexington residents married Rus sell DeHaven of this city in a 4 pm Seelbach Hotel ceremony performed by Rev. E L Powell. They left for a Chicago wedding trip and will room with Dr and Mrs B F Thomson upon return.

Emily Tipton Alban C. Tipton Lexington Russell DeHaven Louisville E L. Powell Seelbach Hotel Lewis Killpatrick Mattie Judy Botts Chicago B. F. Thomson Miss Tipton Kentucky DeHaven Exchange Bank of Kentucky

Narrow Escape Ends Quietly After Steering Failure

Doctor W. R. Thompson narrowly escaped injury when his car's steering wheel failed and veered into a fence on a call. He and Mrs. Sarah Drake were unharmed despite a scare, as the vehicle was moving slowly and stopped before serious damage occurred.

W. R. Thompson Sarah Drake

Court Day at Lenox Soap Fair Next Monday

Lenox hosts a soap fair on September 18 offering Lenox soap for 25e per item with a limit of 25 cents per person. The event is announced by The Advocate for printing.

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H. Clay McKee McDonald Bros Mt. Sterling, Ky The Advocate For Printing Bicycle For Sale Mr. Russell DeHaven the Advocate For Printing Coats Gage Rogers Co
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