State Aid Road Improvements Planned for Camargo Owingsville Pikes
State-aid work on the Camargo and Owingsville pikes will finish within the month with no further state projects this year. The Paris pike, deemed crucial, was not reached this year but will receive state aid early next year along with the Levee pike. The paper asks for potential new turnpikes and urges macadamizing the Levee to Powell county line and Pratt Hill to Menefee county line as key Mt. Sterling feeders.
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Voters urged to register by October 3 for Wilson election
All city residents must register by Tuesday October 3 to vote for Woodrow Wilson. The only valid excuses are absence from the city during 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. or illness. Register early to avoid forgetting.
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Candidates for county offices announce in many counties
Despite the August 1917 primary and the presidential year, numerous candidates within the state announce for county offices across several counties.
Wilsons Progressivism in Law and Appointments
The piece argues President Wilson's progressive program gained law and favors merit over politics. It cites Brandeis to the Supreme Court and Rublee to the Federal Trade Commission as examples, noting Senate obstacles from the Republican Old Guard and potential hurdles for future Progressive candidates under Hughes.
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Think Again Mr. Johnson
Mr. Jackson Johnson of St. Louis argues that a railroad strike would cost his factory $200,000 a month yet cannot accept explanations of President Wilson's policy. He asks if in a fire would the fire department argue building laws or extinguish the blaze. He compares to a surgeon called to perform life saving operation.
Public Welfare as Supreme Law in Emergency Action
The passage argues that in emergencies the President and Congress followed the maxim public welfare is the supreme law. It contends a decisive action, like cutting a dike to prevent flood damage, may be preferable to lengthy debate, preventing immense losses from a prolonged railroad strike and allowing future compensation by law.
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United States
It's a big job and the president's record stands
The message argues that no president since Lincoln faced similar issues and credits Wilson with keeping the nation out of war stopping a railroad strike and enacting financial agricultural and labor laws. It urges voters to let him finish his work.
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Kentucky Division U. D. C. Convention in Lexington
The Kentucky Division United Daughters of the Confederacy will meet in Lexington on Wednesday and Thursday for its annual convention. About two hundred delegates are expected and a varied program has been arranged.
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Kentucky
Lexington
For Rent Four Rooms at Holt Avenue Residence
Four rooms available in Mrs. R. F. Greene's Holt Avenue home. Furnished or unfurnished options offered. Contact Mrs. R. F. Greene for details and terms.
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Holt Avenue
R. F. Greene
Ordinance on Blowing Horns in Mt. Sterling Deserves Action
Letter to the editor requests enforcement of a city ordinance banning automobilists from blowing horns after nine o clock at night. The writer cites late night disturbances in front of garages, nuisance to invalids and sleeping children, and compares to Winchester where offenders would be arrested.
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Mt. Sterling
Winchester
Old Guard Shown Inaction in Senate on Emergency Revenue
The piece argues Republican inaction in the Senate on the Emergency Revenue bill. It notes that nearly all Republicans opposed six provisions including a non-partisan tariff commission, tariff readjustment on dye-stuffs, anti-dumping protections, higher taxes on war profits, inheritance taxes, and modest income surtax increases. It ties these stances to Hughes’s supporters and future power.
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Senate
Fresh Fish and Oysters at Sanitary Meat Co
Fresh fish and oysters available this Wednesday and Saturday at Sanitary Meat Co offering seafood staples for local shoppers.
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Sanitary Meat Co
Law repeal ends revenue stamp requirement on proprietary articles
Law repealing the revenue stamp requirement on proprietary articles and documents took effect Friday at midnight. The step ends a long standing rule affecting compliance for businesses and individuals handling such items.
For Sale High Class Buggy Mare
Dr C B Duerson offers a high class buggy mare for sale appearing in the notice dated December 31. The short ad notes the animal is suitable for carriage and highlights quality and value for potential buyers.
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Dr. C. B. Duerson
Methods Not Deeds The Wilson Presidency Sparks Attacks
The piece argues Republicans denounce President Wilson for his method in keeping the nation out of war and resolving labor strikes. Editors shift from words to deeds criticism, admitting flaws whether his action or method is praised or blamed, revealing a chorus of misgiving under his administration.
Peerless Exchange Moves Office Location
The Peerless Exchange has moved over the Advocate office, shifting its operations to a nearby location. The change updates readers on where to access services and contact details.
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Peerless Exchange
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