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Newspaper

Winchester News

Location

Winchester, Kentucky, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1910

Page

3

Unclear rate note with short-term payment terms

A fragment describes daily, monthly, and advance payment terms with amounts 3.00 and 1.50 and a 25 tag, lacking context or complete details for full interpretation.

The Gasoline Motor and its Inventor

The article traces B. Shelden’s pursuit of an internal combustion engine using liquid fuels, detailing early experiments with steam and ammonia, a failed kerosene and laughing gas test, and the 1878 successful ignition test. It notes patent grants, costly litigation, and the expectation of royalties shaping Shelden’s wealth.

Shelden Geo Mr. Seldell

Discriminating Lumber Sales Plan Prompts Inquiry

A damaged report quotes a company intent on selling lumber at contrived second class prices and seeking judged quality buyers. The note pledges guilt and outlines a plan to become the town’s popular supplier for discriminating customers, inviting a quality judge to visit.

Hobble parasol and tacit price talk stir town chatter

The piece mocks streetcar coldness and a governess like tone. It notes a small treasury in Powell court and a Clay City Times report of two dollars eighty two cents. It wryly mentions congressmen avoiding votes and ends with a quip on trade and a wary nod to social manners.

Barnes Ad Promotes First Class Grocery Goods

E. J. Barnes advertises at 12-12 end of day offer inviting customers to call 95 and 96 for first class goods of all kinds in the grocery line. Local shop promotes wide selection and value.

E. J. Barnes

Wonderful Remedy claims from Tariting Michi gan

Stephen Waits of Tariting Michigan writes of longstanding stomach distress and headaches. After trying many remedies he credits Mi-O-No-A stomach tablets with rapid relief within five minutes. He praises their digestives and appetite effects and notes a money back guarantee. Sold by Phillips and druggists at 50 cents a box.

Stephen Waits Tariting Michigan Thad Phillips

A Talk to the Boys About Dangers of City Life

A preacher warns boys about straying from home and faith in a tale of two farm youths who drift from study Sunday school and mother’s prayers. The parable contrasts a loving rural upbringing with the temptations of city life, urging virtue, restraint, and manliness.

Aequa Teal

Return of the Wandering Son and Homing Hope

A prodigal son leaves home with his money and pride, descends from city temptations to poverty with no one to aid him. He recalls his mother and father, feels shame, and decides to return home seeking forgiveness as a servant. The scene contrasts family love with the dangers of dissipation and ends with a call to faith and repentance.

ae _L Cireles Sastron

Young Men Wanted for Government Examinations

Classified notice invites young men to apply as mail clerks and department clerks, promising thousands of appointments after examinations. Common school education suffices and both city and country applicants have equal chance. Free information and scholarships offered. write to Central Schools Department A-38 Rochester NY.

Rochester N. Y

Pure Xmas Candies at Mrs Chas R West Confectionery

Pure Christmas treats advertised at Mrs Chas R West’s confectionery with date line 12 7 81.

Chas. R. West

Administrator's Notice in Estate of Mrs Ai Mee Gilkey

Claims against the estate of Mrs Ai Mee Gilkey must be presented by January 1, 1914. All claims require full legal proof as mandated by law. Tuesday

Aimee Gilkey

Notice to pay no charges without my order

Statement by It Talbott asserts refusal to pay any bills charged without an order and directs readers to see Royce & Boone before buying feed. Notes dates 12-13-2 and 12-5 18, 12-5-2, indicating an advertising or notice context in a town.

Talbott Royce & Boone

Iron Mound Social News Highlights

Mrs Manda Sons is on the sick list. Edward Brookshire made a business trip to Lexington last week. J T Stone and wife with two daughters Josie B and Minnie visited Mack Sons' family Sunday. W M Hawkins was in Irvine on business Wednesday. Warden and Elmer Stone visited Shelbyville and Dewey Gains Tuesday night. Mrs Grassie Davis visited Mrs W R Combs Wednesday and Thursday. Nancy and Sadie Sons Bertha Lee and Sherman Palmer Archie and Elmer Sons Shelby Gains and Philip Prichett were guests of Tempie Alice Salle and Warden Stone Thursday night.

Edward Brookshire Lexington J. T. Stone Josie B Minnie Mack W. M. Hawkins Irvine Warden Elmer Stone Shelbyville Dewey Gains Grassie Davis W. R. Combs Nancy Sadie Bertha Lee Sherman Palmer Archie Elmer Shelby Gains Philip Prichett Messrs Tempie Alice, Salle Warden Stone

Generous Shoe Giveaway by McCord and Phillips

McCord and Phillips plans a Monday morning free shoe giveaway from 8 to 10 30. About 75 pairs for children’s sizes 7 1 2 to 2s will be distributed to needy city children accompanied by a parent or guardian while supplies last.

McCord & Phillips

Let Us Find That Leak It

A plumber boasts skill in locating leaks quickly without wasteful searching. With experience and keen inspection, they promise accurate detection without extra charges for expertise, emphasizing efficiency and value in service.

Bankrupt Stock Sold At Auction In Winchester

Bankrupt stock of Frank Hensley was auctioned Tuesday morning by auctioneer R H H Brookshire. The winning bid came from Ollie Young for 915 dollars. A line of pictures and a paint and wall paper firm were also noted in the Winchester area.

Winchester Paint & Wall Paper Company R. HH. Brookshire Frank Hensley Ollie Young Winchester Paint & Wall Fa ‘Iber Company

Heroism of Sheriff's Son in Jail Break

A sheriff’s son, 15, halted escaping prisoners during a jail break after an attack on Sheriff Van Gunten. Prisoners Spencer Stevens, Charles Collins, William Evans and Herman Berger fled. Evans and Berger were recaptured, Collins and Stevens remained at large. Collins charged with burglary and larceny. Stevens sentenced to the penitentiary for shooting with intent to kill. Van Gunten injured. blood transfusion from relatives reportedly aided her recovery. Merchants of Winchester to keep stores open evenings.

van Gunten Stevens Evans Collins Kent Sherlock Mansfield Reformatory

Transfusion of a Quart of Blood at Philadelphia Hospital

A quart of blood was transfused from a son to his mother at Howard Hospital on Saturday in an attempt to speed recovery from severe anemia. Mrs. Ciere Nereaner, mother of six, was admitted a week ago after multiple hemorrhages and extreme weakness.

Philadelphia Des Howard Ciere Nereaner

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