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The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20
Bath County's Guardian OF
Prisoners and a Highly
Efficient Oficial-A Popu-
lar Official and Citizen and
a Loyal Democrat With a
Splendid Political Record.
Achieved a Glorious Victory
BY Clean Methods and
Honorable Record.

Bath county seems to occupy a most
select position among the counties
OF the State, and especially does she
stand upon a high emiEence in her
administrative affairs. No county In
Eastern Kentucky has, in fact, more
substantial, energetic roster of public
servants. 1t is Democratic from top
to bottom, and is composed in the
main Of native countians who have
grown up under the most favorable
environments; moved and acted in the
county's forward movements. lending
a helping hand in promoting ner inter.
ests and establishing a name for them.
selves that finally resulted in their
choice as officials of a great and pros.
porous county.
Mr.. Duff was chosen upon his meri,
to serve at the head of the penal in.
stitution of his county. His nomina.
ton and election came net without;
effort, for he had to contest every
inch OF the way the splendid victory
won. But Mr.. Duff was not faint.
hearted, nor did he shirk the least re-
sponsibility of that aggressive cam.
paign. With clean hands. a splendid
record, and measuring fully up to the
pubic standard of requirements. he
fought and won by handsome maiori.
ty, the results of which showed con.
clusively the confidence and esteem in
which he is held and his wide popu.
larity among the sovereigns of a pros.
porous and populous county.
Mr.. Duff was indicted into oeioa
January l, 1910, and began a four
years term under most favorable ans.
pieces All this time his service has
been marked by devotion to duty and
remarkable success. While the Office
OF Jaiier calls for man of good NOR.
ais and a high code of honor, and be-
ing subjected to criticism oft;mes
from the nature of the duties perform.
ed' Mr.. Duff has so regulated his Office
that he has the hearty endorsement
OF the public and is proclaimed mod.
ell official.
1t seems that Mr.: Duff is peculiarly
htted for the duties assumed because
ne has marked strength of character
and 10 possessed Of kindly. sympa.
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20
A. N. CROOKS
county.

Continued from page T. Section
pacitr, and is noted for an exception
ally clean docket. AS a matter OF
fact, he allows no business to accu-
mulate that can be properly and speed.
lily dispatched; and this has resulted in
benefit to all parties interested.
Judge Crooks in politics is a consist.
ent Democrat, sound and clean in his
political life and inspired with high
motives in public action, as becomes
man of his station and position.
In presenting this sketch of an es.
teemed and high official of our sister
county we have no other end in, view
than that of paying tribute to man
who is in every sense a worthy son
and able representative of Bath coun.
tvs best interestA
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20
Established in 1898 ~- Caplta'
Stock $4,000, Deposits over
100000 - Does a General
Barking Business.
Factor in the Growth and Prosperity of OwnsSve ana ba'0
COunty--oice-ed by Men Of Ability and High staoa"9'

has made a success in business pur
suits and ranks amsng the leading
fnanciers in this section
T. H. Brown, cashier, is progress
sive type of business man, and is alb.
solute master Of his work. His has
been a career of usefulness and up
rightness, and, being Of a courteous
turn. enthusiastic in his work, accom-
modating to patrons, has given the
institution greater popularity among
Bath countians, who lend liberal sup
rort as a mark Of appreciation as well
as of confidence.
]. w. Shanklin, Treasurer of Bath
county. is bookkeeper and the bank
is the county depository. Under his
able supervision this bank has pros
Dered and its interests are constantly
on the upward move.
We append the following statement,
recently published, which reveals in
magic figures the true condition Of
this popular financial enterprise:
Statement Of condition December 81 =,
1909:
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20
". S. GUDGFLL
PfUmiHert Men!bcT of 0wia1S~
Vile Bar and an influential
F1CtOr in Bath COguty--liaS a
Substantial Practice IN al the
Courts, and is Popular With
the Masses.

A history Of this section Of the
state and the factors who have con-
tributei 70 it's Advancement would be
incomplete without mention Of W S.
iGudaell a firmly established attorney,
who has added a sreat dea to the
GOOD name Of OwingsvilIe, as the seat
Of hig1 order o. citizenship and legal
talent.
Attorney Cedgell is numbered
among t1s aDlsgt and most substantial
lawyers at the Owingsville Jar, and
enjoys "a large clientele. In earlie
years he applied himself assiduousiy
10 The study 81 the legal profession,
and mastered his work graduating
with high horcrs at nm Arbor, Mich,
rand shortly after entering the pro
l1ession. since Ehlch time Tor u period
OF % years at least lie has Kept per-
tsistently ar it, the results sf which
show an extensive practice and a
/ Statewide reputation as d lawyer
, During all THIS time he mas devo.ed
all his energy and effort to that pro
ifession which in carry life he chose
wisely md las wola success by de
yotion to his fife wo1k, by Che ability
and eloquence Of his pleadings.
AS an Interpreter Of law, Mr.. Gud
. geil is hnished, as his record bears
evidence OF excellent skill and Judg
ment i'll handling al cases entrusted
10 his care
Having comprehensive store q
legal knowledge, the most intricate
problems are solved with practica
, ease, and no question involved seem:
too complex for his SOLUTION.
Attorney w. S. GudgeM has an ex
tensive civil practice in all tho lowe
, and higher courts of the State, and b,
reason OF his natural ability and vas
experience in the arts and intrica
cies Of the profession, mis- services il
cases of import are mach sought an,
valufsi!
Among his legal associates he il
held in high esteem, and is an orna
!. merit to the Owingsville bar. Wit
!. laudable enterprise and zeal, he 1
G ever alert to- the welfare of his eli
Z ems, and gives hts best ability an,
attention to. every case handled. H
U is noted for fairness and high stand
a ard of ethics in legal bouts, bearin
v himself conrageousfy. In battling TO
n a client Attorney Gudgell pursues dill
@ gently his interests, keeping, however
the eternal principles of justice wei
o in view, A prominent figure in MAJ
l. tiers of public interest, and having a
g abiding faith in his home city an
!. section, Attorney w. S. Gudgell is vi
, firing in his efforts to place his cit
r. on a higher plane, and with an ey
/. single to the general welfare an
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20
SETH Bolts
Bath County's Efficient Sheriff,
Who is Now SERVING a Second
Term With Credit to Himself
and Caanty--s LOya' DemoCi al
-.
ard a Popular Citizen.

| those VINO nelp u
In the choice Of =. rondar off
enforce the laws and :. +ha stat
.ial service as laid down l.. - COR
utes, Bath county has reason I, %,
graduate herself over the select.
of Sheriff Seth Bolts, of OwingsvilIe,
Ky. Certainly the electorate of Bath,
our sister county, was careful in Sc
lecting man for Sheriff, and they
chose wisely for a second term man
best qualified for the position, as
present results serve TO show.
Up TO this time MIR. Botts has exc
cuted the functions of Office with a
view to the interests of the whole
people, and his services are held in
high favor by alf. regardless of poll
tics or class. Mr.. Bolts is native of
Bourbon county, but has resided in
Bath county since 1877, and is In the
full vigor of his manhood. In politics
he clings to the faith of Jefferson, and
has a deep solicitude for that partys
welfare, as well as his fellow men, IT.
respective of party affilfation. AS the
offc of Sheriff of a such moral, law
noted, requires a Sheriff 81 good NOR
ais and a devotion to duty Mr.. Bolts
was naturally chosen to succeed him
self at the last November election.
Ire has all the requisite qualities,
and, together with an abundant force
Of character and Intelligence he COM
hines them all in tie exercise of his
duties, making a most creditaDle rec
ord in that Official capacity All his
duties as Sheriff arg attended Us in a
nainstaiins manner, and, together
with wise. energetic force OF depu-
ties, the c0unty's morals and large
Interests are quite ably protected.
Mr.. Potts IS a genial, courteous gem
tlemaH. and halls from a substantial
family. noted for their" energy and sue
cess ia the various pursuits of life,
lie has many warm personal friend.
chips, and no man is esteemed more
Eishly III his nome county. His record
is clean as az oGlciaf and a citizen,
and judging from a wen known senti-
rent We doubt not That still greater
honors await Lin, rs a reward for his
loyal devotion to public duty. Much
more might be said of his personal rec
orr and splendid qualities, but to those
who know him best it would be a use
less task. We are free to say, how
ever. that Sheriff Bolts is an ideal pub
lie servant and is in every way deserv-
ing of this mention in our progressive
edition, and we are quite glad, for
that reason, to present this tribute 60
the able and efficient Sheriff of our
sister county of Bath, wishing him
abundant success in all his future po-
litical undertakings.
Mr.. Bolts is ably assisted in con-
Quoting che Sherif's office by Cole
Barnes and Mason II. Bolts. Mr..
Barnes comes from distinguished
family Of Bath county and is popular
among all classes Of citizenship. Young
Mr.. Borrs is a son of the Sheriff, and
his friends are legion throughout the
county
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20
LESLIE SHROUT
Clerk of Bath County Court, and
a Sterling Democrat, Loyal to
The Interests of Bath County
and OwlngsviIle--Making a Fine
Record AS a Public Servant.

Mr.. Leslie Shrout, Clerk of Bath
county, has played an active part Ill
the affairs of that progressive and
populous community, and is now serV-
ing with distinction in the capacity OF
County Clerk, a position he is emil
nently qualified to fill. Having been a
loyal Democrat all his life, anG coming
from a family whose unfalterlng ialIh
in that party has never been ques'
toned, and being duly qualified FOR the
position, he was logically chosen by
the Democrats as eligible timber for
that particular position and was elect
ed at the last November election.
The satisfactory manner with which
he has discharged the duties OF MS
Office has been largely due to his Close
attention to business and his splen
did qualifications. The county is to DC
congratulated over its choice and has
reason to extend the glad hand OF ap
probation to those who made possible
this choosing. Certainly no more ell
hcient officer ever graeed the roste
of Bath county, and while the duties
carry with them many varied and dihl
cult details, Mr.. Shrout seems to han
die them with an admirable skill AM
ner.ect ease.
He has so far demonstrated his mas
of the clerical duties devolve
terry ~. displaying also special a.
pom HI. >ssary to the successful
tributes nee 'Ion, thereby provin
hlling OF his pos choice. Popula
himself an excellent SeTiRg man
WIN all classes and nun ~alks O
warm personal friends in all n
life, polite and accommodating
has proven beyond dispute an ideal
public servant and no doubt will have
a long and useful public career should
he conclude to sacrifice personal inter-
ests FOR his partys welfare.
In private life he is moral, upright
and honorable and stands high in
Owingsvllle and the county. We are
glad to pay tribute in this edition of
The Advocate to a loysl and patriotic
son of our" sister county who Justly
recognition at our hands.
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20

Under Mr.. Classify, marked improve
ment has been made in attendance
and generals efficiency. Results are
truly gratifying to parents and tax
navers. Great interest is shown by
the people in rural districts, and senti-
ment universally favors educational
advancement. realizing that education
al and commercial progress marcn
hand in hand. SO they urge 1T with
much enthusiasm, all of which bodies
we'll for Superintendent Cassitys pres
cent term
Fortunate indeed for the school In
terests of Bath that Mr.. Classify wa:
chosen for he is essentially an able
and enthusiastic worker, and there
fore his is a labor of love. The Super
intendent is expected to visit schools
IN have careful supervision over theil
progress. and is. in the very nature
nj things, critic, adviser, mediator
,a Tor the School Board, pay
i %mp e e salaries Nd conducting eN
ine ",so m 49,. =, eiyes untir
an valll
ing energy and devotion, lending
able service and adding prestige to
the fair name of Bath county as
rrogresdye educational center.
In politics Mr.. Classify is true
democrat, and firmly believes in the
teachings and traditions of the party
founded by Jefferson. He is no parti
san. however, and therefore he is de-
cidedly popular wish the masses, If.
respective of party affiliations. We
desire to lay special emphasis upon
the excellent morals and splendid con-
duet OF Mr. Classify, WHO is noted for
his exemplary habits and wide inhu-
ence for good among the people of all
81 sses
The Advocate, in it's big progressive
edition, dealing with the varied inter
ests Of Mt. Sterling and Eastern Ken
lucky, is pleased TO present to its
thousands of readers this tribute Of a
gentleman and an official who richly
deserves recognition at our hands.
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20

prosperity of Owingsville and this
section. he has contributed his share
to the cause.
That he has established a fine rec
ord in the legal world is attested by
his prolonged success, as no attorney
in this locality enjoys more lucra-
tive practice. Occupying well equip
ped Office, centrally located and pro-
vided with large library, enables him
to keep thoroughly abreast of the
times in the legal procession. His
legal practice keeps him actively en-
gagged and his legal pursuits, while
onerous, are none too taxing for sucf
vigorous type of man. The Advocate
is much pleased to prevent in this
Special Edition a sketch of Attorne!
Nv. S. Gudgeil, whom we consider
brilliant attorney and high ideal II
the legal profession.
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20

tanned serve 10 show that the sovr.
oigns Of a wealthy and cultured coun-
~ made no mistake in his choosing
Bath county is distinguish for Ler
high ideals, her wealth and cultured
and intelligent citizenship. Her peo-
pie take a great interest in education,
and 10 preside over her public scheol
affairs is an honor not be sneered at.
AS a matter of fact, the Office of Su-
! perintendent calls for a man Of more
than ordinary ability and aggressive
ness.
Bath county has in Superintendent
Classify Just such man, whom she
recognizes as highly efficient and an
ideal representative of her large inter.
ests along education lines AS an edu
Gator, Mr.. Classify needs no intreduc.
ton, for his work speaks more forci
bly, than facile pen or silver tongue
But, with reference TO his record as
School Superintendent, we must &C
knowledge that under his personal gu
perintendency a high standard has
been set in training the large army o.
school children In our sister county
Results speak forcibly and tell story
of his true worth. A most effective
system has been brought about b!
Mr.. Cassidy, and many reforms il
Al Ii.
personal effort, aided by a competen
, and harmonious county board, VIII,
have also labored earnestly and faith
fully for the best interests of thu
schools. corps of competent teach
ers, graduates mostly of home insti
tutions, aid materially In the cause
: and lend helping hand In every par
+ ticular to their loyal superintendent
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20
Bath County's Progressive
School Superintendent -
Has Brought That Office
to a High Plane of Eff
cheney.
A Life Time of Devotion to
Educational Advancement.
A Sterling Democat of
tie Old School.

In a review of Bath county's prog
ress in the various fields Of endeavori
The Advocate takes pleasure in this
special edition in referring to SO
prominent figure In educational lines
as Leonard Classify, Bath county's eff
ficient Superintendent of Public
Schools, who was chosen by the cleo
torate last November to serve his
county in that capacity for term OF
four years.
His election was reward for his
past performances in public school
work, and met the appreciation of the
whole people. Mr.. Classify has given
a life's devotion to educational inter
ests, and has kept pace along the
march of educational progress, conse
quently the public schools of BATH
county chose an able and loyal Su
perintendent, and results already oh
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20

thetic nature. He Is, also, a student
of human nature, which gives him fur
Their advantage in the task of bringing
about wholesome administration Incl
dent to his office. A recent visit to the
county Jail at Owingsville revealed a
most commendable state of affairs.
We found in Mr. Duff an ideal custo-
dian of prisoners. and the county Jail
presented conditions most satisfactory
indeed. It's sanitary features were OF
a high class, showing that he spares
no pains to improve in every manner
possible the health of occupants and
general efficiency of the institution.
Mr.. Duff is certainly man of hon.
or and integrity, for he has the conf
dence and esteem of the whole people.
No doubt, basing our statement on
his wide popularity and his splendid
nublic record, he will be given still
higher honors in public life, for his
political future looks quite bright to
his host of admiring friends.
| The Advocate, in its big Progress
sive Edition, exploiting Mt Sterling
and Eastern Kentucky, is pleased to
present this voluntary notice of our
sister county's deserving official, who
is entitled to the confidence and sup
port of his people in any undertaking,
public or private.
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20

A few years ago the doors OF the
ONingsville Banking Company, a
strong financial institution located in
that progressive city, were thrown
open to the public, accompanied with
a hearty invitation for business. This
bank opened under favorable condi'
lions and its prospects for long and
successful career loomed up exceed.
ingly bright in the financial horizon.
Its advent marked another epoch in
commercial and industrial enterprise
and prosperity of that fertile and pro-
gressive locality. 1t came as a natural
consequence to supply long-felt want,
to contribute it's share in the work
of building up a vast and prosperous
community.
For years Owinesvlle was limited 20
but one bank, which OF fact was suf-
ticient To meet the demands, but IS
her population increased and her va
ried interests assumed more extensive
PROPORTIONS, it was seen that her bank
ing facilities were inadequate to meet
the heavier demands. So the OwIngs.
willie Banking COMPANY hecqme a nos
sibility; was organized on a Sold
basis, and began a life of usefulness,
which from its inception proved a de-
serving success
With ample capital, o-cered by !
Videawake and substantial officials /.
and active directorate, It has filed a
niche in The commercial and industrial
historr Of Owingsyille and Bath coun-
~ "''fh handsome quarters, centrally
l.7f the very hest facilities are
r'.-- 'rr a general banking business,
Sr. g its advent This enterprise has
a very important part in the
'' development of Path county.
I.s headquarters and equipments are
modern, swing ample protection
against fire, burglary. and additional
immunity from loss is given I'm absc-
Lutte Iaith and surety TO dorositors.
The Ouiresviue Part has q carital
OF $4,000. deoosits Of over 100000.
with a good surplus on hand. Nr. J.
NJ. richardson president. is one o. T..
fath rountr's wealthy and inGueldal
is identified with many large
interests i'm Owinasville and the Gown.
ty. and his connection gives greater
strength to the institution and in
.,f.ge thu t,iIag+ cCpGJ.rc- IA tho H
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20

me foLlIOWlNG CONNEOTIONS'A ARE
MADE DAILY EXCEPT sUNDAY.I
lie az Junction-Nos. ! and 8 will connect
VII" .he u .. for Mt. Sterling,K
O"npton Juncton-Nos Las and will con.
for Win the Mountain Central Railway
beattyyille Observation-Disclosures, will connect
win the l.. a. A. Railway for BeattyvilleK Ky
W. O. M Jnnctlon-Nos. 3 and4 will connect with
a are ". q, Railway for Camel City, Kyl
CHAs. SCOTT.
Gen. Pass Agent,
The Mt. Sterling advocate. (Mt. Sterling, Ky.) 1890-current, 1910-07-20
$iT2,G74.39
Lisuiiities.
Dividc0ds paid for 1908, s

l'I cent --.'..' wv
'7olal dividends Da'7 ...... 37,OO0.0O
The Cwingsyille Banking Company.
as stated before. does a general bank
ing business and ENJOYS confidence at
home and abroad. JUS policies and
clever loan features afford the farm
or, comm arciai and corporation iu.er-
csts aud responsible individuals
s. lendid facilities Tor negotiating loans
in q most satisfactory way. It's pres
ouce is felt ia that Community aud
its past and present give promise of a
still greater career OF prosperity and
-sefulness.
Taking especial pride in the hi5h
standard Of our financial institutions
iH this and adjacent counties. TIE
Advocate in IT'S special edition, de-
voted to the interests Of Mt. Sterling
and Eastern Kentucky, cakes pleasure
in presenting this sketch of strong
and influential financial enterprise.
Virginia gazette. [volume] (Williamsburg, Va.) 1893-192?, 1910-05-12

ur. fFtrrrr.e saturday nll say for
richmond and vicinity:
Grade conditions generally are about
fl rarorrel laFr week. As whole.
weather. rorf If.ors have been lnfaFor-
lille r.r active trading ana medically
n .rrus are backward. ur rclplly orr
.r-srf 90 cool weather Dry goods
r- lIef Wholesaler % shoes and
-.tr.r- goods report Favorable trade
..r..rInra and fair orders FOR fall
ID rrrfrfe. Produce ID fairly plcnt-
and lr good demand. Tobacco
...- -.f.rf.rera are especially active.
..rc houses report che largest trade
r. the.r story. Drugs are active Re
.I trade r. quiet and collections are
nsV
Virginia gazette. [volume] (Williamsburg, Va.) 1893-192?, 1910-05-12

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