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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1919
Page
5
A woman describes severe nervous weakness and exhaustion and credits Cardus Ward with rapid improvement after taking two bottles. She notes previous helplessness and inability to perform housework and care for six children before treatment.
Mr and Mrs Alfred J Humphries express gratitude to the neighborhood and friends for support during their daughter's illness and the sad hours that followed.
A boy asks for an empty medicine bottle and, after being told it cannot be given without content, he cheerfully offers to be supplied with two corks. The exchange turns on red tape as a humorous misunderstanding.
Lexington business scene notes the creation of the Southern Engraving Company with capital set at $25,000. The new entity, named in reference to local industry, signals expansion in engraving services and local commerce. The report emphasizes capitalization and corporate naming.
The article urges citizens to control rising costs by buying only value-for-money goods and supporting merchants with legitimate profits. It promotes Registered Savings Certificates, War Savings Stamps and Thrift Stamps as government guaranteed investments that help fight the high cost of living while earning interest. Savings tied to government securities can be withdrawn on ten days notice.
Dr. J. W. Porter pastor of the First Baptist church in Lexington was elected managing editor of the Western Recorder official organ of Kentucky Baptists. A well known preacher and theologian, he has conducted revival meetings and previously led a pastorate. His selection signals a prominent writing voice in the denomination.
A death notice from Harrisonville Missouri reports John J Warner former Bath County resident dies in Missouri. He will be remembered by older citizens in the area.
National City Bank of New York notes that heavy credit demand, a large crop to finance, and rising prices require real cash capital. It urges thrift and investment in War Savings Stamps and Treasury Savings Certificates to support government financing of the cotton crop and export trade.
Former resident Kress Eskridge has been appointed to represent American Express in Ashland and has begun his duties. Local friends here celebrate his advancement and look forward to his success in this new post.
M. O. Cockrell buys the Candy Kitchen and soft drink shop from Peter Zervas and takes possession. Gerald and Howard Cockrell will manage the business and plan to expand stock to attract top trade.
Dr. O P Henry, recently released from service, locates offices in the Traders Bank Building and intends to begin practice in this city soon.
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