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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1915
Page
3
A reflective note urges making Sunday a day for the spiritual and humane. It calls for churches and ministers to reach out with gentleness to the indifferent, tempering harsh language with humanity to boost attendance and good. A closing jab says not all fools are dead yet.
Relatives report letters from Galveston recounting the Rice family flood ordeal in Texas. A wagon ride to safety with soldiers, horses swimming part of the way, and total ruin of the residence left Mrs Ratliff and Mrs Rice’s elderly grandmother shaken and fearful for recovery. Mr and Mrs Rice had previously lived nearby and remain connected to local relatives.
C P Pierce offers tinning and roofing services with prompt, satisfactory work at reasonable prices. Mount Sterling resident George Washington Robbins, 72, a Menefeecounty farmer, marries Mrs Mary E Manning in a ceremony performed by Rev R M Reynolds, the bride aged sixty. A rumor claims the President will seek 500 million dollars for national defense, viewed as insufficient for comment.
The article urges parents to ensure boys receive at least high school education rather than entering the workforce early. It argues education prevents doomed paths and lifelong low wages, noting girls often receive more educational support. It concludes that investing in a boy’s schooling yields a more useful life.
Dr and Mrs John Langdon Weber of Memphis Tennessee announce the marriage of their daughter Anna Conway to Mr Elbridge W Bartley on Saturday August 29 1915 at Rest a White Cottage Monteagle Tennessee The bride lived here with her parents during Dr Weber’s pastorate and is described as charming and accomplished Friends extend best wishes.
A Danville Messenger note recalls a man shot who survived because the bullet hit a silver dollar in his pocket. The story emphasizes quick presence of mind and a reminder about paying subscriptions.
The piece urges residents to act for community prosperity and to boost local industries and wealth. It calls for concerted efforts to build up town and countryside and not drift with the tide. It notes a moral about guarding one’s own resources. It also reports the marriage of Walter Alfrey and Bessie Marvin Shrout in the city.
Miss Virgie McClure leaves to teach Latin and German at Cynthiana High School. She is the daughter of J Ed McClure of this county and regarded as one of the state’s best language teachers.
An ad notes photo cabinet sets at $1.40 per dozen and Swell 20th century at $1.98 per dozen, with post cards 90 cents per dozen. Also lists 25 Ping Pong at 35 cents. Prices limited for a short time. 49-tf. date as
At last Tuesday’s meeting the Fiscal Court allowed claims totaling about 1500 dollars. The Sideview bridge was accepted and a new bridge on the Plum Lick Pike was approved. They debated completing pavement around the Courthouse and postponed final action to the next meeting.
Farm of 122 acres located 6 miles from Mt. Sterling on Howard's Mill turnpike features a six room residence a tobacco barn and other improvements. For particulars contact J. L. Barry Mt. Sterling Ky R. R. 4. 8-41.
Mrs. Grace Ogg Coons of this city accepted a position in a Dallas Texas college and has gone there to assume duties. She will teach mathematics after training to specialize in the subject and is regarded as one of the Souths best mathematics teachers.
An advertisement invites readers to bring their job work to the Advocate office. It promotes local service handling and claims convenient submission for processing and printing.
A town remembered a man who spoke highly of neighbors friends church society and business and farming before his passing marking a heartfelt send off and community reflection on his role among locals.
The piece satirizes fashion shows where skirts are shortened to half an inch revealing ankles as models hurry by. It notes exhibitors blundering and the parade of various peg like props and fairy shapes, with brisk crowds collecting by the hundred.
A. Hoffman & Son advertise multiple loan options on farm property with different amounts and readiness dates. They offer 5000, 3000, 2500, and 1000 dollar loans for farm or city property with funds available immediately or by November 1. The ad runs in a 8 tf format.
The county mourns Mr. Chris Copher who died last Monday after a long illness from tuberculosis. About 60 years old, he lived with his brother John near Levee and was buried Wednesday afternoon. He is survived by his mother two brothers and two sisters in Salt Lick Bath county.
A reader suggests a simple method to deter rats by piling thin chips, shingles or tin, covering with molasses, and sprinkling dry lye in every rat hole. The method aims to repel rats by making areas unappealing and driving them away.
The Delicious Cafe serves fresh oysters daily marking the season start. A witty line notes the punch line of the day’s mood, acknowledging the lighter side of dining.
Advertising benefits both buyer and advertiser with enhanced sales for the dealer and better trade options for the buyer. It encourages linking with merchants who advertise and promotes mutual growth.
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