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Newspaper
Mount Sterling Advocate
Location
Mount Sterling, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1912
Page
8
Oliver Wayne Stewart argues that government protection of saloons harms church and state and urges churchmen to lead against licensing. He urges total abstinence and a prohibition policy, calling for education, moral leadership, and votes against the liquor traffic. The piece closes with a call to action from the Montgomery County Local Option League in Chicago.
Ben F McCormick formerly of French and Montgomery resident died in Lexington after a two day illness. He was about seventy, was president of the B F McCormick Lumber Co of Winchester, survived by wife Maggie Perry and four children, two brothers and an uncle of County Judge G A McCormick. Interment at Machpelah Cemetery.
Voters are reminded to register by October 1 to participate in the upcoming presidential election. The notice stresses timely registration to ensure eligibility and avoid disqualification at the polls.
A Lexington crowd gathers on the greensward to celebrate Democratic unity. The piece notes widespread support across counties and factions, praising faith in Democratic principles and anticipated national victory. The item also mentions Oatmeal in cans for 15 cents at Vanarsdell's.
The Mt. Sterling Public School trustees elected Mr. G. Egbert Coons as Truant Officer for the city to ensure every child of legal school age attends school. Under the new compulsory law parents may face fines for nonattendance unless a valid reason is provided. Coons previously held the position with credit and ability.
Courteous treatment and prompt delivery noted by S. E. Kelly & Co. as Heinz Pickling Vinegar is used in all Greenwade's goods, highlighting trade appreciation and reliable service.
A curbstone debate cites the bachelor as a social nuisance and tax burden while urging reform. Women’s votes in six sovereign states are noted, and Bachelor Maids face scrutiny alongside Bachelor Men. The piece ends with rural humor and a street-level rant on reform.
The fragment portrays a lively country dance scene with lines about the happy harvest, old-time music, fathers call, white sand on cabin floor, and partners dancing in a joyful Dixie setting.
Douglas Harbison of Shelbyville, after starring in the Southern League with Atlanta, has been drafted by the New York American League team. Local fans recall his earlier standout play alongside notable players and will closely watch his major league career.
County court days are set for multiple counties and towns including Mt. Sterling Bath Owingsville Clark Winchester Fayette Lexington Fleming Flemingburg Harrison Cynthiana Madison Richmond Montgomery Carlisle and Nicholas Each area lists the 4th Monday 1st Monday 3rd Monday or 2nd Monday as its court day for sessions in various towns and counties.
Secretary of the Treasury McVeigh will issue an order within weeks reducing the size of paper money and national bank notes by one third and introducing a new design.
For sale a spring wagon in good condition. Apply to M. R. Hainline at 11tf for details and purchase inquiry.
Readers note requests for Heinz pickling vinegar and a new supply of cereals at Greenwade’s and Varnsdell’s, with local shoppers seeking available stock and prices.
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