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The Western news. [volume] (Stevensville, Mont.) 1890-1977, 1910-12-16
MODERN WOODMEN HAVE
ELECTION OF OFFICERS

Hamilton camp, No. 5604, NJ w. A.,
at the last regular meeting elected
the following officers:
Venerable counsel, w. B. Oblinger:
w. A, Robert Brown; banker, w. w.
Seaward; clerk, C. c. Coulter; escort,
George Pettus; trustees, j. c. Sway
re, A. Bovee and ID. r. Baughman; j.
G. Sam Bowman.
The new officers will be installed
Tuesday evening, January 3.
lodge of Hustlers, with a charter
membership of 20, will be organized
shortly
The Western news. [volume] (Stevensville, Mont.) 1890-1977, 1910-12-16
REVIVAL SERVICES.

Tonight (Friday) at the Christian
church, V. E. Ridenour, singing evan
gelist, will sing the Ninety and Nine,"
illustrated with stereopticon. The
views are beautiful. The evangelist's
son, who is also fine singer, will be
present and sing. On Saturday even
ing the beautiful song abide With
Me-" will be sung and on Sunday
evening he will sing and illustrate
"The Holy City" Rev. Mr.. Jones will
preach at all of these meetings. You
are welcome.
The Western news. [volume] (Stevensville, Mont.) 1890-1977, 1910-12-16
SENDS ACKNOWLEDGMENT.

Manager Odea of the chamber of
commerce Wednesday received let
ter from Mark Sullivan of the editor
ial staff of Golfers Weekly. The let
ter indicated that Mr.. Sullivan in
spired the flattering editorial tribute
to the Bitter Root valley that appeared
in recent issue of the magazine. Mr.
Sullivan visited the valley several
years ago and carried away pleasant
memories of the spot. He writes the
Comment on Congress-" carried as a
regular feature in Golfers.
The Western news. [volume] (Stevensville, Mont.) 1890-1977, 1910-12-16

Wood-Twenty-foo strip on bench
east of Stevensville.
James e. BurgOyne and wife to
John F.. Wood-South quarter south
west quarter section 80, township
north, range 19 west.
J. f. Grant and wife to George
Witcombe-LOt 4, block %, Riyerview; !;
quitclaim.
Gordon L. Jameson to William H.
amison-Eighty acres.
Christian Jacky and wife to George
A. Shoemaker-One hundred and
twenty acres east of Florence
The Western news. [volume] (Stevensville, Mont.) 1890-1977, 1910-12-16
JOSHUA SIMPKINS."

Joshua Simpkins," story of farm
life, will be seen at the Lucas Tues
day, December 20. It is said to abound
in novel features, wonderful mechan-
ical effects, excellent singing and
dancing and plenty of refined, whole
some fun. The fine band carried by
the company will make burlesque
parade at noon.
The Western news. [volume] (Stevensville, Mont.) 1890-1977, 1910-12-16
BELL COMPANY STR|NG|NG
NEW CABLE and POLE LINES

The Bell Telephone company on
Tuesday began the erection of new
cable and pole lines, covering Ham
ilton and outlying additions. Exten-
sive improvements are contemplated
to accommodate the rapidly growing
traffic, the estimates calling for = an
expenditure of between $4,000 and
$4,000.
The Western news. [volume] (Stevensville, Mont.) 1890-1977, 1910-12-16
DEATH OF CARLTON KLEINODER.

Carlton Kleinoder, son of Mr.. and
Mrs. John Kleinoder, died Tuesday
afternoon at the home of his parents
on North Eighth street. The funeral
was held yesterday at p. m. Father
Carr conducted the service.
The deceased was % years 8 months
of age. He had been an invalid from
infancy. The parents and three sisters
have the sympathy of many friends.
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20

This market is clean, well.kept and
mas cold storage and other modern
equipment necessary to most modern
and satisfactory service, and all these
advantages and facilities are valuable
assets in building up a vast and prof.
liable business. Orders receive prompt
and careful attention, and no matter
now small or large, will be delivered
on snort notice. Special orders are
attended to with care and precision.
and, no matter how choice the steal,
or roast, Clay's Meat Market. wir5 its
large reserve supply, can please Won.
Inc Advocate is pleased to recog-
ME In its Progressive Edition a new
enterprise which is credit to orr
city, and bespeaks for the Clay Meat
Market a most successful business ca.
reer' II you want anything in their
line call on or phone them and Won
Will be treated well.
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20
r. II. DALE
LEADING DEALER IN HARNESS,
SADDLES AND VEHICLES.
firmly Established and Does a
Large BuSineSS--MakerS and
RepdirerS of Harness and Sad
dies of Quality--knOwn ty-
erywhere For finish and Supe-
riOr Workmanship.

A house known for the high quality
of its products and its honest methods
in business dealings, is found in r.
H. Vale, the progressive and popular
dealer in Harness, Saddles, Buggies
and Surveys. Mr.. Dale is filling a
much needed want in our city, and in
his elegant and commodious quarters
on South Maysville street, the citizens
of Mt. Sterling and Montgomery coun-
ty take special pride
| Mr.. Dale has a well equipped estab-
lishment, modern in its appointments
and ample in space to meet the de-
mands of a growing and prosperous
community like ours. His business has
grown to quite large proportions, all
through close attention to it's every
detail and the high class work turned
out. Mr.. Dale has surrounded himself
with a force of skilled artisans, who
know their business in it's entirety
and, aiming at a high standard Of
quality, nothing but the very best
stock is used in the manufacture of
the celebrated Dale products. Herein
lies the secret of success, which this
concern has achieved, and is the key
note to the splendid reputation borne.
A complete stock OF saddles and har-
ness, manufactured by hand and ma
chine, and sold on honor, is handled
by this firm, and at prices that are
quite reasonable, considering quality.
The Dale product is decidedly popu-
lar with the trade and is a synonym
of quality and durability.
Mt Sterling is certainly a great
trade center for a most fertile and
prosperous farming and stock raising
district. Mr.. Dale chose wisely a To-
cation for such a business, and the
rapid growth of this enterprise be-
speaks excellent judgment upon his
part, both in choosing a location and
conducting his business.
His trade extends throughout a num-
Der of counties in this section, and is
increasing and widening as the years
come and go. 1t is thoroughly repre-
sentative concern and has no superior
in Central Kentucky.
The genial proprietor is a man full
of energy and is inspired with lauda-
BILE ambition to grade upward In mer-
camille endeavor. He is building with
will, determination and skill, that in
future years will crown his efforts
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20
FRANK GIBBONS
The Gentleman Who Knows How
to Cater tC the Drinking Pub
IiC--COnduCtS an Up-tO-Date
Sample Room, Where Gentle
men Can Meet and Enjoy De-
Iightful, Refreshing Drinks.

Mr.. Frank Gibbons, the genial ant
popular proprietor of first class thirs
emporium on South Maysville street, il
making elaborate preparations to TAX
care of multitude of visitors ant
patrons during Fair week and will biz
you welcome with handsome and com
Portable quarters, a large and varied
stock of liquors, wines, beers, ant
cigars, and affable and skilled barten
ders to cater to your wants, no place
in Mt. Sterling presents more inviting
features.
! Here the stranger will find anything
to his liking in the drinking line
served in royal style by expert mixolo
gists, who take pride in their work, al
ways striving to please the most par
ticular.
Nothing but pure and classy goods
find space in Mr.. Gibbons model sam
pie room, consequently he enjoys the
reputation as a dealer of quality and
excellence.
All the leading brands of bonded
WHISTLES are handled, bCtl in bottles
and barrels, and these are served over
the bar or sold in quantity to con-
sumers in and out of the city. By
treating the trade right, indulging in
legitimate methods and maintaining &
high standard of order about the prem
Uses, Mr. Gibbons has built up perhaps
one of the largest trades in Mt.
Sterling.
Out of town trade invariably seek
his headquarters when in the city and
owing to the excellence of his stock
and reasonable prices, large jug and
bottle trade is the consequence. Con-
sumers from adjacent counties know
the reputation of Mr.. Gibbons for hon
esty and upright dealings and quite
naturally give him a large per cent Of
their business. Aside from his fine
business qualifications Mr. Gibbons is
a good fellow and an honored citizen.
He is universally liked and has very
pleasing personality which serves him
we'll in making fast friends.
He is also public spirited and takes a
deep interest in Mt Sterling's advance
ment and progress.
For these reasons The Advocate pre-
sents this sketch, feeling that he is
worthy and entitled to this recognition
at our hands.
When in the city call on Mr.. Glib
bons and you will be treated with the
utmost consideration.
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20

Market, must essentially appeal TO
the consuming public
This market is first class in all its
appointments and is already ENJOYING
a liberal patronage Mr. CLAY. the
promoter of this new enterprise. is a
man of progressive ideas and keen
sense OF honor. He is also thorough.
~ practical in his line and calculated
10 give his patrons a first class SER
vice.
Having all these qualifications and
serving the choicest corn-fed and
home-bred cattle and other stock. the
PUBIC is assured of the very best that
money can procure All meats sold
by this firm are positively the finest
and freshest and are guaranteed to
the trade. Quality is paramount with
MI Clay, and that, coupled with rea.
sonable prices, makes sure largo
volume of business.
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20
D. NJ CONROY
Mt. Sterling's Enterprising Dealer in
Harness and Saddles.
Makes Speciality of g-Grade Handmade Saddles, Famous All
Over the United StateS-POpnIar and Progressive

No concern in Mt Sterling has a
better reputation for character and
honest dealings than has Mr.. J. VI. Con-
roy, the enterprising dealer in harness
and saddles, whose quarters are located
on North Maysville street, in the heart
Of the business district.
Mr.. Conroy came to Mt. Sterling in
1872 from Maysville, Ky, and served
an apprenticeship in a saddle and har-
ness ship. In 1854 he established a
harness and saddle shop. manufactur-
ing high class goods and building up
quite a profitable business. After a
few years he opened up his present
harness and saddlery establishment
and devoted his efforts exclusively to
that enterprise. Being an expert in
the manufacture Of saddles and har-
ness, acquired by practical experience
and several years of persistent effort,
Mr.. Conroy entered a life time work.
to which he was peculiarly fitted and
devoted. Conroys saddles are known
all over the land for their superior
quality, excellent workmanship and
unsurpassed comfort. He attends to
all work in that line and sees to it
that each saddle comes up to the high
standard set.
Hence there is wide spread demand
for the Conroy saddle. confined not
only to Kentucky, but in various states
of the nation.
1t has taken several years of toll and
care to achieve such success. but Mr..
Conroy has never tired nor become dis
couraged in his work He is now en-
joying the fruits of his labor in earlier
years and business is constantly in.
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20

market IN Kentucky at our very doors
makes possible the splendid service
gwen to a host Of satisfied patrons.
Choice fresh, home killed cattle
sheep and hogs. assures the very hest
steaks chops and roasts found any,
where. Presiding over this depart-
ment are an energetic, competent and
courteous force who attend 70 the
wants Of the most particular customer
orders are given the best and most
prompt attention and quick delivery is
decidedly pleasing feature of the
store in all its departments. As a re-
suit OF all these advantages and con-
venlences Van Arnsdell & Co. has he
come the most popular market place
in Mt. Sterling, which comes as a re.
ward for their intense desire to please
and their laudable effort to plant q
high standard of merchandising in
their line.
Their trade is generously distributed
over this city and extends widely into
prosperous community adjacent to
Mt. Sterling.
For the coming annual Fair this
firm is superbly equipped to meet the
heavy demands of customers. It will
be an eventful and busy week and
Mt. Sterlingites will do themselves
proud in entertaining visitors.
For all functions this firm is amply
able to supply every want in the deli
cacy line and will give special atten-
ton to that particular feature of their
business.
The Advocate, recognizing in this
firm leaders Of class and progressive
ness, makes special mention in this
progressive edition, devoted to the
leading interests of our city and will
further add that they are entitled to
liberal support of the people among
all classes.
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20
VANARSDfLL ( co.
An Enterprising Firm which Caters
to High Class Trade.

In this Special Edition, devoted ia
the varied interests of Mt. Sterling
and Montgomery county, mention must
CT necessity be made of Van Arnsdell &.
Co., dealers in groceries, meats etc.
whose spacious and elegant quarters
are located on West Main street in the
center OF the business district
This concern carries a compreben-
sive and classy assortment of groceries,
staple and fancy, vegetable of all
kinds in season and operates in con
nection a high class meat shop which
for character and cleanliness is not
surpassed in Central Kentucky.
Van Arnsdell & Co. are a progressive
concern and are recognized as leaders
in their line. The members of the
firm are business men of more than
ordinary intelligence and judgment and
bear record for honesty and progress
siveness second TO none in this section.
In their large store room one of the
~-N''''NNN tiAb must comprehensive
stocks of staple and fancy groceries
can be found and there's nothing lack
ing in the grocery line that is really
desirable
Imported and domestic canned and
bottle goods, teas, coffees, are always
at your service, while every known
brand of eatables suitable for luncheons
or elaborate functions can be found
here at prices quite reasonable. CON
sidering quality. They are caterers
to prosperous and particular people
and enjoy a tremendous trade. be-
cause the people know that they handle
nothing but reliable goods in their
line.
AS dealers in meats of all kinds no
concern is better able to serve the
trade. Cold storage after the most ap-
proved plans give exceptional facilities
for handling all fresh meats. Added
to this the advantage of the best stock
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20
Guthrie Clothing Co.
An Old Established and Reliable CIOthino and
furnishing EStdbiShment--A Factor in
Mt. SterIing'S Retail Commercial
Advancement.

| A review of the various interests Of
Mt. Sterling would be incomplete in
deed unless special mention was made
of the old reliable clothing concern, the
Guthrie Clothing Co., whose spacious
quarters are located corner Main and
Maysville streets in the heart of the
business district of Mt. Sterling.
Mr.. w. P. Guthrie, head of the firm
is kentuckian and belongs to fam.
lily distinguished for their business abil.
ity and successful mercantile opera
tons.
He established the present firm sew
eral years ago and has ever been a
recognized leader in this line.
Commensurate with the increase of
Mt. Sterling's population, the Guthrie
Clothing Co. has ever advanced in mer-
camille enterprise, and the present ele-
giant quarters stocked with a compre-
hensive assirtment of mems wearing
apparel of class and reliability coupled
with large and substantial trade. en-
ables this firm to cater to the wants of
a vast and prosperous community and
to meet the keenest competition.
The interior Of this store is well
equipped and in it Is handled a choice
stock of mems and boys clothing,
furnishings, hats and shoes.
The windows reveal the character of
the store and are always trimmed ar
tistica!ly with merchandise of class and
exclusiveness, which at once attracts
the prospective customer, who seeks
wearing apparel combining style, class
and quality. Then too the prices are
quite reasonable considering quality.
Such makes as the Hart, Schaffner
& Marx clothes and Hanan shoes are
carried by this firm and in every de-
partment nothing but merchandise of
dependable quality can be found.
So the Guthrie Clothing Co. enjoys
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20
r. K. WELDON
The Popular and Progressive
Dealer in Wines, Liquors, Ci-
CARS, EtC.--COnduCtS a First
class Sample Room on the Main
Business ThOrOughfare and
Numbers His Patrons Among
the Best Class of People.

No business enterprise in Mt
Sterling has attained a wider recogni
ton in its line than has the populal
sample room of R. H. Weldon. whose
handsome and well stocked quarters
are located on North Maysville street
in the heart of the business district in
Mt. Sterling. This popular place was
established several years ago by Mr.
Weldon who is an energetic and en-.
thusiastic worker and a business man
OF more than ordinary ability and in.
tegrity. From its inception Mr.
Weedon's business venture was a sue
cess and his constant attention has in
creased trade from year to year.
The bar room is indeed a model at
tractively and deliberately furnished
with metropolitan fixtures and stocked
with the very best WHISTLES, wines,
cigars, etc.
Presiding at the bar are efficient and
accommodating mixologisls. who have
an ideal conception of how to give the
very best service to classy trade.
The home patron and visitor finds
a hearty welcome, most comfortable
environments and all the modern con-
veniences found in larger city.
Here the best service is given and
perfect order maintained. IT is a
favorite gathering place for mingling
and association OF true gentlemen,
where men may meet and have a quiet
business talk, unmolested, and enjoy
in the meantime the cool breezes from
electric fans and many other modern
conveniences presented the public at
the firms expense
Fair visitors will find Mr. Weedons
place most desirable and you will be
received with a courtesy and welcome
that you will be delighted to say the
least.
No finer or better conducted place
in fact can be found in this section and
certainly Mr.. Weldon, the genial pro-
prietor. is deserving Of your patronage
and influence, because he represents
high ideal in his line, as we'll as being
public spirited and progressive in his
business undertakings.
The Advocate, in its Special Edition,
recommends Mr.. Weldon to its thous-
ands of interested readers and will
further add that your visit at any time
will be welcomed with delight
In fact, you will be treated so well
and so often that you will want to go
back again.
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20

with honorable success far beyon& his
highest ambition.
While Saddles and Harness of quail
ty and reliability are the two special
ties of this concern. considerable at.
tention is given also to Buggies and
Surveys. In that line Mr.. Dale han.
dies first class makes, and can serve
the trade with credit and satisfaction.
Quite volume of business is done in
that particular department, and GUS
toners can depend upon being served
with the most dependable vehicles
when dealing with Mr.. Dale
In fact, all his products are built up
on honor and guaranteed to give per-
feet satisfaction, which is of itself suf-
ficient endorsement to the trade.
Added to this, his years of practical
experience and a splendid record of
honest dealings must indeed inspire
the highest confidence among the peo-
pie of this section.
AS an individual, Mr.. Dale is high
class gentleman, both moral and up
right in his conduct, loyal to his home
and friends, patriotic and public spir-
tied. He stands high as an individual
and as a firm, and has the utmost con-
tidence of the entire trading public.
Looking forward the Montgomery Fair.
which will be held here July 10. con-
suming five days. Mr.. Dale is making
arrangements to welcome
and serve a large host of visitors His
latch key will hang out and you will
be received with a hearty welcome
and treated with that courtesy and
hospitality characteristic of Mt. Ster-
ling's leading business men.
The Advocate, in its progressive edi-
ton, heralding the dawn of a greater
era in Mt. Sterling's history. gladly
pays this voluntary tribute to one Of
Mt. Sterlng's most progressive con-
Germs.
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20

splendid patronage due to all these
Things, essential to the building up OF
a satisfactory trade.
Mr.. Guthrie is a fine gentleman and
has devoted all his time and energy in
building up the interests of his mercan.
tile enterprise.
He has succeeded admirably and
no man in this city enjoys a more sub
stantial reputation than he.
By keeping the details of his busi.
ness well in hand and treating his
patrons with marked courtesy and
honesty the business success of his
hrm has become most pronounced.
At present the firm is enjoying fine
trade and are making active prepare.
tons to meet the heavy demand of
midsummer patrons.
Inc stocks of seasonable wearing APP
parel were never larger nor better as.
sorted and looking forward to the ap-
preaching Fair which begins July 10 to
"a the Guthrie Clothing Co. expects to
meet the wants of a multitude of par
ticular patrons from the various coun.
ties adjacent to Mt Sterling. They
are in good shape to take care of the
visitors and with an active, intelligent
force of salespeople, a bigger, better
and more comprehensive stock than
ever the coming event will have no
terror for the Guthrie Clothing Com.
pany.
All visitors to the Fair are invited
to visit this firm where you will be re-
ceived with a hearty welcome. charac-
teristic of the Guthrie store.
The Advocate, in this progressive
Fair edition, going out to the thousands
of readers, is pleased to pay tribute to
the Guthrie Clothing Co., whom it
can cheerfullly recommend to all it's
readers as honest and reliable in all
their dealings and obligations.
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20

cIeasinS with less effort upon his part,
as his splendid reputation and satisfied
customers inspire confidence in the
people and bring to his shop a great
many unsolicited orders.
In the manufacture of reliable har-
ness no concern gives better work or
greater satisfaction.
Hand made harness. built upon a
high plane from the very best feathers.
has given the Conroy product a pres
tige and popularity second to none in
the commonwealth.
No matter how elaborate the order
Mr.. Conroy can fill it the the utmost
satisfaction Of the most exacting
patron.
All work is guaranteed by Mr. Con-
roy who always says what he means
and means what he says" Every
promise is fulfilled and every specifca-
ton is rigidly carried out, features not
to be overlooked by the trade.
Mr.. COnroy as a citizen is highly
esteemd and is counted among the
useful and valued factors in our city.
He is moral and upright in his con-
duct, industrious and ambitious in bust
ness life and has a wide circle of loyal
friends in the county and city.
For many years he served the city
in the capacity of Councilman and
gave entire satisfaction TO his con-
stituents.
The Advocate in this Special Edi-
ton, takes pleasure in presenting this
tribute to one of our most valued
townsmen, predicting for him many
years Of valued citizenship in the
social and business life of Mt. Sterling.