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Newspaper
Mount Vernon Signal
Location
Mount Vernon, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1914
Page
2
A town message urges mothers to buy locally to support public schools funded by local taxes. It argues mail order shopping diverts funds from town schools and worsens local education, calling mothers to boost the town by supporting local merchants.
The piece argues Powers should be recalled by citing past actions and alliances, contrasting him with Bosworth and stressing party loyalty. It notes Bosworth is a Democrat, lists his long Republican service, and portrays Powers’ campaign as repetitive, urging voters to consider national leadership over local squabbles.
The piece argues Powers is faulted for reformist success while Bosworth is praised for temperance work and shifting district concerns. It accuses Powers of duplicity and highlights calls for a progressive successor who can deliver tangible gains in Washington and Kentucky courts.
The Pinnacle News weighs the contest between Powers and Bosworth for Congress in the Eleventh District. It notes Powers’ decline since his first victory and questions his record while praising Bosworth’s Senate achievements and enacted laws.
Advertises the Texas Wonder tonic by Dr. E. W. Hall of St. Louis for kidney and bladder issues in men women and children. Claims a two month treatment per bottle with a 1.00 price and mail order if not sold locally. Provides testimonials and druggist endorsement.
United States Treasurer John Burke warned at Banter’s association event about widespread carelessness with money storage. He cited about 2,000 yearly cases of burned fragments found in stoves or ovens as fires approach, tracing trust from Canada to the Gulf.
A morning dosage described as ensuring you are in fine shape for the day’s work. The text promotes HER BINE as the remedy to purify strengthen and regulate the bowels. Price is not specified and the seller is John Robins of Brodhead Kentucky.
Mullins and wife visited son Ben Mullins over the weekend while Rev. Cornelius covered Red Hill services. A new daughter Ida May was born to the wife of Melvin Barnett. Farmers report varied planting progress and widespread potato bugs. Herbert Anderson is in Bourbon County. J H Mullins saved a bee tree but bees left. Weather regarded as hottest for the season in years. Miss Pearl Anderson and Miss Lillie Mullins visited Miss Ollie Roberts. Cave Ridge Sunday School held. School to begin July 13 with Miss Clara Debord as teacher. Geo Roberts and sister Sara B visited Laurel relatives and returned with cousin Susie Money. Misses Hailie and Martha Durham attended Berea commencement.
All persons holding claims against the estate of W. L. Seweer are notified to present proof by June 2 1914. A hearing will proceed daily until finished. The Rockcastle County offers 100 reward for arrest and conviction of the killer of an unknown man on Town Hill. May 22 1914. G M B Lard, J.R.C.C. Gov Mercreary urged to offer reward for equal amount.
A local notice describes a personal outing to Mammoth Cave with a round trip fare $4.35 from Mt. Vernon and a Cave Hotel package for $9.50 plus board. A special 3:53 a.m. train coach is noted and L. N. agent contact provided. Mrs. Francis Birdes and Jitle sn visit from near Brookhead, staying with Mr. and Mrs. W. G. McKee.
In a celebratory mood after her husband’s death, Mrs Margaret Schneider declares she is drunk to gain discharge in Police Court. The item notes babies suffer in hot weather during teething and promotes McGEE'S BABY ELIXIR as a remedy with prices 25¢ and 50¢ per bottle offered by John Robins in Brod.
The ad promotes Electric Bitters as a tonic for nervousness fatigue and weak digestion. It cites a testimonial from Mrs James Duncan of Haynesville Me claiming it cured her after doctors gave up and notes price five0 cents to one dollar at druggists. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve is also advertised for cuts.
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