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Newspaper
Mount Vernon Signal
Location
Mount Vernon, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1912
Page
2
Hookworm Campaign Reveals Widespread Kentucky Spread
An E bookworm campaign in Kentucky reports presence in 162 counties with 18 more likely affected. In Jefferson county Louisville districts tests show about 20 percent of the population infected while statewide rates exceed that, though in at least one county the figure rises above half. Public health urgency is urged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Jefferson County
Louisville
Harvey Helm Pledges Fair Post Master Posts in District
Congressman Harvey Helm asserts his ability to appoint suitable post masters in every town, promising fair treatment for friends and supporters. As the region’s only Democratic congressman in the southeastern state, his endorsements will aid office seekers, and he remains competent to manage the effort with tact and diplomacy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harvey Helm
Berlin Doctor Claims Turtle Serum Cures Consumption
Dr. Friedman of Berlin introduces a serum culture from turtles as a cure for consumption. He reports hundreds of successes over two years with a single injection often enough to cure. Announcement delayed to prove results, with expected arrival in America within sixty days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Friedman
Berlin
Germany
America
Dem recipe to lower living costs via post office cuts
A Republican paper quotes a Democratic proposal to reduce living costs by restoring or cutting post office services, presenting it as a key policy point. The item critiques the approach as political rhetoric in the broader debate over government spending.
Vermont campaigns face doubt over funding of premises
The Burlington Free Press notes Vermont remains doubtful as to whether either political party can afford to denounce or abandon its campaign premises. Fortunate Vermont, intelligent Vermonters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burlington Free Press
Vermont
Roosevelt costs and campaigns in post office tolls
Roosevelt says it costs him about 5000 dollars a year in postage and telegraph tolls to the ex president. He adds the country pays more to keep him in the public eye. Col Roosevelt also suspects that President-elect Wilson rides a bicycle to strengthen his leg muscles for the next race.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Wilson
Pie distribution narrows as Mr. Bryan faces many mentions
The piece notes that if Mr. Bryan accepts all the mentioned places, future administrations will have few pie slices to share. It contrasts that many people seek quarrels, while relatively few seek fights.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Bryan
Rooster Phrase Sparks Curious Spectator Quip
A quirky line likening A &ROOSTER to a man in the spectator stands out as a colorful remark about his constant crowing. The comment hints at theater or crowd dynamics and playful banter surrounding a public figure or performer.
Waton urged as Lexington postmaster candidate
The Interior Journal former editor Con W. B. Waton is named as a prospective Lexington postmaster. Supporters say no better choice exists among Democrats and that he has long worked for the party without seeking reward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Con. W. B. Waton
The
Interior Journal
Lexington
Kentucky Voter Turnout Highlighted In Presidential Result
The Kentucky presidential tally reached 456,695 votes while 603,454 males over twenty one were eligible. The figures imply about 150,000 eligible men did not vote.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kentucky
Taft Ousts Roosevelt Allies in Cold Political Change
Taft moves to oust Roosevelt allies as a political purge unfolds. The ousted figures face a bleak future as power shifts and supporters watch the President depart into a cold political climate.
Beckham Chosen as Kentucky's Senate Candidate to Succeed Bradley
Kentucky selects Beckham to run for the U S Senate seat currently held by Bradley. The move positions Beckham as the party nominee to compete in the upcoming election for the statewide district.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beckham
Kentucky
Bradley
Mt. Vernon Graded School Month Update
The third month ends November 22 at Mt. Vernon Graded School. Enrollment stands at 279 with a goal of 325. Notable items include Monday chapel talks by Kinocer, 28 punctual pupils, 150 in sewing class, and honor roll members Martha French and Stella Baker.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grace Gritin
William Wallen
Hat i Thompson
Dave Ramsey
William Taylor
Iane Smith
Herbert Waller
Homer Wallen
Milton Miller
Hazel Miller
Floyd Ramsey
Kinocer
Kincer
Martha French
Stella Baker
Local Notes Include Visits and Family News Across Town
Prof James Ping ill last week wife ran school in his absence. Isaacs family visited Woodstock relatives. Kate Price taught White Oak away with mother. Edd Brown stayed with sister at Bee Lick. Grant Thompson bought cow and calf from brother J L Thompson Mt Vernon. Social visits and small town happenings across Mt Vernon Walnut Grove Mullins Waynesburg and Plato with shopping and Thanksgiving dinners noted. Died: J F Hammh former tuberculous patient buried Mt Pleasant. Prof Hiatt Mink teaching Buffalo school with home visit. Various visits from J B Brown family Miss Lottie Denney and others social gatherings at Mullins Station.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
James Ping
H. H. Isaacs
Woodstock
Kate Price
White Oak
Edd Brown
Eugene McWilliams
Bee Lick
Grant Thompson
Mt. Vernon
J. L. Thompson
P. H. Shutts
M. E. Price
John and
Marion Fields
O. J. Mullins
Plato
Martha Johns
Lou Thompson
Walnut Grove
Maude
Jala
Eli Sayler
Waynesburg
Dahlia Shell
J. J. Brown
Relma
W.H. Brown
Ora
G. B. Lawrence
J. F. Hammh
Mt. Pleasant
Fraf. Hiatt Mink
Buffalo
Level Green News Notes and Local Movements
C F Mullins, traveling salesman, and his family were visited by Dr Joyner on Monday as illness lingers for ten days. Level Green residents Otto and Charley Brown came for a visit, and George Allen moved his family to J H Mullins farm. The hog crop remains scarce with cholera affecting some, while J H Mullins spurs profitable spokes trade.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Joyner
C. F. Mullins
Still
Lillie
J H. Mullins
Kate Price
Level Green
Victor Price
Emmett Anderson
Mt. Vernon
Pear Anderson
Mary
Eliga Mullins
Lafayette Lewis
Berea
J. H
E. Mullins
Hunting license list from Mt Vernon names local residents
A docket of individuals granted hunting licenses in Mt Vernon is listed, featuring numerous surnames and given names across multiple towns including Burr Ky Conway Ky Spiro Ky and Ottawa Ky. The long roster covers residents such as Joe Arenner J L Rash W T Davis and many others, reflecting a broad applicant pool.
Quite a surprise to energetic lovers in Corbin and Lebanon Jct
A tangled plot unfolds as two Corbin youths plan to meet two Lebanon Junction youths and respective young women at a Martburg area arrival. The scheme aimed to pair couples by precise train timing and departure, with the plan allegedly failing when one pair arrived early in Brodhead on Saturday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Corbin
Maretburg
Lebanon
Competitive chase to Maresburg excites local visit
A group stayed at a local inn to race ahead of train No 23 to Maresburg. They reached first, were thrilled, and enjoyed a day with the Lebanon Jet rumor. The report notes fatigue after returning to Brodhead, and mentions a scare from a reporter. Also promotes King’s New Discovery cough remedy with a testimonial from Mrs. Place and an insurance offer from THE I LU Covington Ky.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A .Ig
Maresburg
Lebanon
Corbin
Brodhead
George W Place
Rawseville
Chas C. Davis
Covington
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Promises Clear Skin
Famous stage beauties fear skin eruptions disappear with Bucklen’s Arnica Salve. It claims to vanish eczema salt rheum and sores, heal chaps burns and bruises, soothe piles, and beautify the face. Available for 25 cents at Chas. C Davis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chas
Davis
Ward off cold with Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy advice
When feet are wet and body chilled from exposure, a big dose of Chamberlain's Cough Remedy and hot foot baths before bed are urged to ward off a severe cold. For sale by Chas. C. Davis.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chamberlain
Chas. C. Davis
Also Mentioned on This Page
Edgar S. Albright
Kentucky Press Association
A &Rooster
Taft
Aanual
C. J. Brice
G. E. Price R, H. Brown S. Thompson , Henry Sodd
Joe Arenner
J. L. Rash W. T. Davis
R. B. Mullins
C. H. Mullins
S. F. Bowman
S. B. McKenzie
J. J. Lawrence
Kles
Austine Chasteen
J. W. Renner
C. A. Davis
Will Langtora
Acy Pitman
Cloud Smith
W. A. McKenzie
A. D. Ramsey
F. S. Mvers Lewis Miller
F. L. Thompson
W. H. Miller
Geo Tinsley Bryan Perkins
G. S. Watson
O.H Crawford J. Clontz
F. Bradley Miss Ella Francis
C. C. Davis
J. E. Thompson
H. J. Cox
J. W. Gaskins
G. Jones Ed Deathe
W. H. Fish
G. W. Proctor
Sam Bradley Rage
J. S. Irvine
Malen Kirby
Burr Ky
Jeff Roberts
Conway
J. W. Bradley
Bless
L. R. Cummins
Edgar Brown
W. H Sexton
Spiro
Grnder Barnett
Ottawa
Sam Lambert
Boone
J. W. Lee
Johnetta
Jones Anglin
Leaelgreen
J, S. Todd
Wildie
W. H. Branaman
L. T. Stewart
J. H. Branaman
R E. Phillips
John French Wo
Phillips
T. S. Branaman
W. S. Branaman
Richard Branaman
Pine Hill
H. Cope
W. F. Foster
F. McFerron
L. Dean
Alex Ruthford
J. A. McFerron
Hansford
Jessie Fish
Hiatt
Jas. Anderson
Withers
Ed Owens
Burr, KY
Geo. Seals
W. L. Overbay
G.C. Johnson Dooley Childress
Geo . Childress
B. B. Taylor
Livingston
L. H. Davis
J. Newcom
J. Whitaker
W. H. Joiner
Colgate
MT. Vernon, KY
J. C. Moore
Optician
Cox Bros
Everybody’s Magazine
Buttterick Publishing Company
Jel U Ling
Fletcher
Astoria
Birdsell
Wayund F
Ame
Hu Hu
North Main Street
the Peoples Bank
A.G. Baker
J.P.E. Drummond
F.L. Thompson, Jr
Cashier
Claude C Cox, Ass
T. Casy
Granville Ownes
Undertaker
Hess
Alex
Nevius
Modesta
Ill
Kansas State College
M.D
D.V.S
United States
Br. Hess
Jonas McKenzie
Otter
Mt.vernon
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