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Newspaper
Mount Vernon Signal
Location
Mount Vernon, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1913
Page
3
timetable entry listing routes and times with agency details. Includes numbers 4.59 pm 3:53 11:38 aD 12:19 am and contact info for Jas. Lanorum, agent. Noted as second class mail matter at Mt Vernon Kentucky post office.
Mt Vernon hosts a bustling fair with thousands in attendance on day two. The Signal reports positive mood, strong concession receipts, and booster support from J. M. Robinson and Norton & Co. Band preparations and a forthcoming Brodhead fair are noted. A light gun accident occurs during county election coverage. Marriage news includes Floyd Miller and Daisy Fish uniting at a private ceremony.
Mrs. W. G. McBee hosts Bud Perkins of Crab Orchard with Mrs. Perkins. Brock spends part of the week with daughter Mrs. E. S. Albright. Mr. and Mrs. Willie Martin of Lynchburg Va visit Mr. and Mrs. S. H. Martin. Cherliz Thompson of Crab Orchard visits relatives and attends the fair. Mrs. A. W. Stewart and daughter Miss Mary visit from Madison. Mr. and Mrs. Myers arrive from Williamsburg to visit relatives and attend the week’s events.
Official Saturday results in Rockcastle show GOP dominance with clear leads in multiple districts. Democratic nominees include Judge W H Lowder and Sheriff D M Cress Jr. Jailer Tom Rowe won by 5 votes over W A Todd, 95 to 90, amid light opposition besides the Jailer race. Ballard thanks voters while pledging clean office and service to the people.
An early 20th century health push promotes Kickapoo Worm Killer for children with worm symptoms. It advertises free worm treatment and a Dr. Lock led campaign against tuberculosis and worm diseases, offering free examinations, sanitary toilet demonstrations, and temporary dispensaries at county fairs.
A breach cut Floral Hall more than three fourths of the expected exhibit. Authorities assess damage and prepare repairs as organizers review losses and next steps.
The Signalman plans to greet all his friends at the Brodhead fair next week and asks readers to consider bringing along a past due subscription. He needs it and would like to have it.
Wanted ten or more casks of sassafras roots delivered after September 1 1913 to Brodhead Kentucky. For particulars write KNops Essential Oil Co Brodhead KY July 4 4t.
After the Mt Vernon Fair concludes, plans point to a busier season with improvements expected. Officials signal broader summer displays and enhanced activities in the year ahead.
The Lodge notes the death of W. N. Roberts a worthy Mason and citizen and expresses sympathy for his widow and neighbors. It reflects on his years of life and service and urges members to live righteously to meet him again in the Celestial Lodge above. Committee members B. S. Albight E. B. Cox and A. B. Furnish signed.
Sedentary habits lack of outdoor exercise and insufficient mastication contribute to stomach trouble. Constipation a torpid liver worry and anxiety overeating and unsuitable foods worsen symptoms. Correct habits and take Chamberlains Tablets and you will soon be well again. For sale by all dealers.
Constipation is cited as the cause of many ailments. Take Chamberlain's Tablets to keep bones regular and avoid diseases. For sale by Chas. C. Davis.
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