Fancy dried fruits and peaches price list
A price listing for Fancy Prunes at 12 1 2 to 15 cents and 20 cents per pound, Fancy Muir Peaches at 15 and 20 cents per pound, and Extra Fancy Apricots at 20 cents per 10 units.
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Newspaper
Winchester News
Location
Winchester, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Oct 22, 1908
Page
8
Forest fires damage Bath County property in Kentucky
Owingsville reports widespread fires in Bath County with dry brush fueling blazes for days. A Salt Lick brush pile sparked a large fire. crews plowed a great square of land to check it, but flames still destroyed fencing and timber across the area.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Owingsvile
Salt Lick
Cie
House Burns in Harrodsburg Negro Town
A house in Harrodsburg in the negro section occupied by Tom Wright and his family was totally destroyed by fire with no insurance. The house belonged to Mr. Tom Shront.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harrodsburg
Tom Wright
Tom Shront
Deeds and Transfers Recorded This Week
The County Clerk reports real estate transfers: Mrs Lee Jones and husband to J T Johnson 48 acres on Howards creek for 1800. James H Dawson and wife to Mary Robbins 55 acres on Howards creek for 1400. Douglass Young and wife to Geo W Vermillion 68 acres near Ford for 2600.45. Mary E Williams and husband to Eli Nixon a small tract and Tool house on the Jackson Ferry pike for 360. J D Jones and wife to E H Mann a lot in exjta addition for 250.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lee Jones
J. T. Johnson
Howards’ Creek
James H. Dawson
Mary Robbins
Douglass Young
Geo. W. Vermillion
Ford
Mary E. Williams
Eli Nixon
Jackson Ferry Pike
J. D. Jones
E. H. Mann
Exjta
D A R Conference Opens in Lexington Central Christian Church
The D A R state meeting convened at 2 38 this afternoon in the Central Christian Church on Warnant street with Mrs D Chenault state regent presiding. Officers and delegates arrived by morning trains. Three sessions planned this afternoon and tomorrow with a banquet at the Country Club tonight hosting delegates and alternates. Regents Miss Anna Chandler Goff and Mrs Shelby T Harbison head Lexington and Bryan Station chapters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexington
Wet
Daughters of the America Revolution
Warnant Street
Country Club
Hepters
Lexington and
Bryan Station
Anna Chanler Goff
Shelby T. Harbison
Auction Sale At John M Wheeler Farm Draws Crowd
A large crowd attended a hog and chicken sale at John M Wheeler’s yesterday. Auctioneer Jonas R Bush reported prices that reflected weaker demand. About 30 brood sows sold 15 to 35 dollars, yearling sows 4.50 to 15, forty aged boars 4.50 to 15, plus individual sow and pig lots. Chickens including Plymouth Rock White Leghorn and Rhode Island Reds sold 40 to 1 cent each. Several barrels of corn sold at 3.14 dollars per barrel for delivery to the field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John M. Wheeler
Jonas R. Bush
Plymouth Rock
Rhode Island Reds
Livestock Prices and Movements at Cincinnati Yard
Cincinnati Union Stockyards reports today’s receipts and shipments across cattle hogs sheep and lambs. Cattle prices range steady to high with extra 5.60 5.65 for steers and calves steady at 7.50 for extra. Hogs show weakness early then steady. best packers and butcher hogs 5.60 5.70, sows 3.50 4.85, pigs 3.25 4.25. Sheep and lambs steady with e xtra 3.65 3.75 for sheep and 5.50 5.40 for lambs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
CincInnati Union
Chicago Markets Cattle and Hogs Report Mixed Prices
Chicago markets show cattle receipts around 22 000 with steady to light losses, hogs about 30 000 trending higher, and sheep receipts near 24 000 with a steady tone. Prices range across cattle from 1 50 to 8 50, hogs from 3 00 to 5 90, and sheep from 2 40 to 5 80, with various classes and weights listed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Reeves
Wester
Wheat Again Strong on Damage Reports
A fragment from a 19th century note describes a visit by boisterous western cousins and a children's discussion of heaven. Little Margaret asks about death and responds with sympathy, saying Poor Dad as part of the life reflection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Margaret
Heaven
Henry
Bob
Dad
Shark Cowardice and Group Bathing Practices
A Home Notes reflection notes that sharks avoid noisy splashing and that South Sea islanders swim in groups of about six to create a loud commotion in the water, reducing risk. It emphasizes the perceived bravery of humans versus sharks and the social behavior of islanders while bathing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Sea Islands
Not Good When Fresh Quote by Holmes
A Holmes quote warns that knowledge and timber should not be used until seasoned. The saying emphasizes patience and maturity in use of resources and ideas.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holmes
What One Town Did In Billerica Massachusetts
Billerica transformed from a typical woolen mill village after Governor Talbot family built a memorial hall and grounds. Frederic S. Clark funded houses for tenants and a brick school facing the Talbot mills oval. The Talbot mills aided library, dining hall and pension plan. Warren H Manning led a village improvement campaign starting in 1900, creating an active improvement society that spurred plantings, belt lilacs, and competitive prizes for citizens and workers. By 1908 the Talbot oval gardens were enhanced with shrubs, herbs and vines trained on utility poles.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Billerica
Mass
Thomas Talbot
Frederic S. Clark
Talbot Mills
Warren H. Manning
American Civic Association
Manning
Boston
Billerica Improvement Society
Talbot Oval
Poster Advertising as Public Nuisance Control
The author argues for ordinances to regulate outdoor posters in towns, limiting placements on store fronts and dwellings and requiring removal before becoming eyesores. Cites St Louis practice of boarded ads and urges clubs and property holders to curb use by patent medicine, whisky, and circus displays, stressing gradual, simple reforms for lasting impact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Louis
Spirit of Unity in New England Towns
At a New England improvement societies meeting a delegate described how the spirit of unity transformed a town. With 200 to 500 dollars annually they funded hitching posts street trees street care library sprinkling carts and shrubbery projects. They fostered gardening by selling seeds for a cent and awarding prizes each fall, culminating in a thriving get together movement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New England
Planned approach guides town improvement efforts
The text urges establishing a definite plan before any improvement work, whether building, cleaning, or renovating. It notes new towns have uniform street trees and older areas must be brought to this standard to avoid disadvantage, emphasizing systematic planning for rejuvenation.
Organization For Improvement and Cooperative Effort
The piece stresses broad civic involvement for meaningful progress. It urges engaging all residents of the village or ward and forming a single zealous worker from those who can be persuaded or compelled. It notes that cooperation among multiple groups and leaders is essential for success.
The Man About Towns Odd County Tales
A jumbled local column notes Mr A widower seeks Mrs B through Mr C with a ritual about parlor smoke signaling a visit. A stranger jokes about coffee, tea and biblical belief, while townsfolk quip on politics, milliner lawsuits, fishing tips, and bathing habits.
Advertising in The Winchester News Pays
Mr James F Winn lost keys days ago and received them Thursday after a classified ad ran in The News. The notice notes the paper's wide readership and suggests readers consider advertising there.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester
James F. Winn
Fincer
Winn
Murder Mystery May Be Solved in Danville Case
Lexington, Oct 22. After nearly four years, a clue emerged in the Roger Rucker murder mystery linked to the Danville depot shooting of William B. Rucker. The case drew a vigilant mob, a black suspected killer killed at Somerset, and widespread detentions along the Cincinnati Southern line. Local officials pursue the new lead as disclosures mount.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lexington
Rucker
Roger Rucker
Danville
William B. Rucker
Somerset
Cincinnati Southern
A Reliable Contractor Strother's Winchester Work
A. S. Strether, a brick plastering and tile contractor from Huntington WV, arrived last spring and handles major projects in Winchester including Christian Church Fraternity building and a North Main street block, employing 35 to 40 men. He will complete the exterior of Dr Browne's Washington street apartment house in stucco, showcasing Winchester's support for skilled contractors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. S. Strether
Thicsty
Huntington
West Virginia
Christian Church
Fraternity
North Main Street
Sale of Mann's Bi'llard Hall and Café Monday Bid
Notice of sale set for Monday at 2 o'clock for Mann's Bi'llard Hall and Café with bidding at your own prices. Property to be sold without reserve or by bid. Dated 10-21-31.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mann's Bi'llard
Public Auction Offered for Mann's Paris Confectionery
Being unable to attend to the business here and his Confectionery at Paris Mr Mann has authorized sale of the above named business at public auction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
Mann
Girl Resents Deportation From King Edward Court
Miss Ray Bucey an English girl said to have been presented to King Edward’s court last season was sent back to England on the Mauretania after arriving in New York with ample money and jewelry. Immigration detained L H Alport awaiting government decision. Bucey condemned the treatment as outrageous. Berlin reports Duchess Alexandra Victoria of Schleswig-Holstein to wed Prince August William of Prussia. ceremony planned amid grand processions and imperial welcome.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Ray Bucey
Edward
England
Mauretania
Miss Bucey
L H. Alport
Alport
Prince August William
Berlin
Alexandra Victoria
Schleswig-Holstein
Prussia
William
Greek Catholic church parishioners threaten pastor over reforms
Cleveland residents loyal to the old church rites sent an unsigned letter to Rev. Emil Burich threatening severe action unless old forms are revived. The note, claiming a whip was being prepared, also threatened Bishop Ortinsky who lives in Philadelphia. Burich turned the letter over to police.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cleveland, O
Emil Burich
Ortinsky
Philadelphia
Burich
Electrification of Illinois Central Tracks in Chicago Authorized
The Illinois Central stockholders authorized converting all Chicago tracks from steam to electricity with a stipulation to proceed with reasonable dispatch. The vote occurred at the railway's annual meeting in Chicago on October 22.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Illinois Central Railroad Company
City of
Winchester Roller Mills Flour Ad in County Ledger
An old county advertisement touts Winchester Roller Mills as the oldest and best local institution. It urges using home flour brands Kerr's Perfection and White Pearl, claiming they have no equal. Dated 10-12-11.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Winchester Roller Mills
Kerr
Fine Venison From Gilbert and Botto
Gilbert and Botto announce fresh venison supply after slaughtering Angora goats. Date note 10 20 21.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gilbert & Botto
Train Schedule from Winchester and connectons
Passenger trains leave Winchester on several lines with daily and Sunday schedules. East bound trains include OC and C&O departures around 8:42 am and 11:57 am, while west bound services on C&O and L&N run at 5:38 pm and 11:09 pm, with additional morning and afternoon departures.
Daily railroad connections to Campton and Cannes City Ky
J.B. Barr, General Manager, and Has. Scott, G. P. A. announce daily rail connections with several lines. Trains from Sunnaye L and E Junction, Campton Junction, Beattyville Junction, and O and X Junction link to Mountain Central Ry, L. A. Railway, and O. K. Railway for passengers to Campton Ky, Cannes City Ky, and way stations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunnae L. & E
Campton Junction
Mountain Central Ry
Campton
Beattyville Junction
L. & A. Railway
Beatyville
O &X
O.& K. Railway
Cannes City
J.B. Barr
Has. Scott
Professional cards for J M Ste Cison at 60 S Main St
A brief note lists professional cards for J M Ste Cison located at 60 South Main Street. The entry provides the address and name, indicating a business card or professional listing in the local paper. No other details are given.
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Chase & Sanborn
Price
Red Cross
Huyler
Bell
Bath County
Hare
Billerica, Mass
Man
Mrs. B
Mr. C
Mr. A
Sqn
Wash Miller
John Woods
John Conway
Dr. Wash Miller
C. P
Mann’s
B. F. Adcock
O. East Bounp
C. & O. West Bounp
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Thal
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Bdowsav Bieedingtn
L & E. East Bounp
Cescdesvcasnss
Lexington & Eastern
R’y Go
Evens Ly
Ester
le Junction
Seceseccesesrsees
K. K. Janttion
Beattyville
Cease
Natural Bridge
Stanton
Jouett
Attorneys At Law
J. M. Ste Cison
Attorney At Law
S. Main St
Beckner
Pendleton, Buch & Bush
Wincheser, Ky
W. C. Worthington
N. Main St
Winchester, Ky
Louisville
Eagle Casting Co
F. G. Cornell
Gen’l
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