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The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
To Our Patrons.

The old year will soon be numbered
with the past. 1t was a prosperous
year for this Office and We want to re.
turn our gratful thanks to our pat
rons. Our subscription list has in
creased and our Job presses have been
kept busy, and at this time there are
many jobs yet to be completed. We
have not made any special effort for
an increase of business. 1t has, in a
great measure, voluntarily come, and
this action on the part of our patrons
is specially appreciated.
During the year 1921 we will en-
deayor to make the paper more inter-
esting than heretofore, and for our
job department the very best mater
ial will be kept in stock. Mr.. J. G
Strange, who is an experienced and an
artistic printer, is in charge OF this
department His work is guaranteed
to please, and it will be turned out at
prices consistent with good business.
We extend greetings to all our
friends, trusting that they will hapl j.
ly spend the holidays, and that during
the incoming year the wealth of each
and every one will be increased, and
that they will enjoy the best of health.
Good assortment of Ladies suits and
coats regardless of cost.
Russell & Co.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
Obituary.

On Sunday night, Oct. II, 1920, the
death angel visited the home of W.
Andrew, and claimed for its victim
Mrs. Samantha Wesley. She was
eighty-fVe years old when the end
came. She had made her home with
her daughter, Mrs. W. c. Andrew, for
a number of years. She was married
to Ghire Wesley, Feb. II, 1862, who
preceded her to the grave many years
ago. She leaves seven children to
mourn their loss. She was sick for
number of days before the end came.
and all was done for her that loving
hands could do. She was a kind and
loving mother, and is greatly missed
especially by those who have watched
over her, and cared for her, in her
last years.
She united with the Methodist
church in early girlhood, and lived a
consistent member until the end.
She leaves a number Of grandchildren.
several of whom were with her in her
last illness, and watched over her un-
til the end, knowing that she had
been a kind and loving grandmother.
We can say TO the children, weep not
as those who have no hope, mother
can not come back to you, but you
can go to her, for she is living now
where pleasures never die.
Dearest mother thou hast left US,
And thy loss we deeply feel.
But It's God who has bereft us
Heea all our SORROWS heal.
Yet again we hope to meet thee.
When the day of life is fed.
Then in Heaven with joy to greet thee
Where no farewell tears are shed.
She was laid to rest in the Taylor
graveyard and when relatives and
friends withdrew from the cemetery.
her remains were resting under a bank
of beautiful flowers.
Written By
Anthene Wesley,
Glensfork. Ky.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
Mills and Light Plant for Sale.

The Mill in Columbia and the one on
RuSSell's creek, run by G. B. Smith,
and the Columbia Light Plant are for
sale. The owners are ready to give
me man or men a bargain. They will
sell one-third or one half interest in
the two mills or they will sell both
plants to one man. They are in good
running condition, both doing a splen-
did business.
The Light plant will be sold to one
man or a company. The owners are
ready to talk business. For further
particulars see
6. B. Smith, at the
Columbia Mill.
8-tf
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
A Starving Nations.

Last year Americas gifts saved one
million from starvation The findings
of the American mission sent to in
vesUigate the condition in the East
reveal the terrible plight of these peo-
pie Armenia and other countries ad
Joining are perishing for bread. IN
less aid is given the whole country
will be exterminated. Mr.. Herbert
Hoover says: I'm my opinion in the
Near East is the most desperate sit
uation in the World" Armenia and
the surrounding parts have been cruel.
ly outraged by the Terrible Turk.
Homes by the ten thousands have
been destroyed, mothers and fathers
slaughted and thousand of homeless
waits left to look. after themselves.
This is all happening on Armenia
the oldest Christian Country in the
World. Details could be given that
would make volumes Of horrors. Civ
ifization is sitting by the bedside of a
dying race-dying unless they have
bread.
The Near East Relief is a nation.
wide organization to attend to this
need Kentucky and the other States
are organized to do their part.
This Christmas while most of us
will be sitting down to plenty of good
things let US remember the needy with
a donation commensurate with one
gratitudes for what we enjoy. The
organization in Adair County is locat-
ed in Columbia
Leslie ]. B. Smith, Chairman,
j ". Flowers at Bank of Column
bia, Treasurer.
Send donations to Mr.. Jno. W.
Flowers, at Bank of Columbia.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Mr., T. Earle Williams, who succeed
ed Mr.. H. K. Alexander as travelling
salesman for the Louisville Grocery
Company, has had very satisfactory
trade since he went on the road, and
he feels that his business will, grow as
he becomes BETTER acquainted in
some sections of his territory. Mr..
Williams is a very reliable gentle
man, and we take pleasure in COM
mending him to merchants and gro
cerymen of the counties he represents.
He will not misrepresent his goods in
order to make sale, and the prices
he gives you Will be endorsed by his
company
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
American Legion.
ing t Wo year

Members of Adair Post, No. SO
met Wednesday evening of last week
and elected the following officers 70
the ensuing year:
James Holiday, Commander.
Albert Bryant, Vice Commander.
john Rose, Adjutant.
DR.. o. P. Miller, Finance Officer.
Welby Cooley, Historian.
Otis Shepherd, Master OF Arms.
Executive Committee.
DR.. W. J. Flowers,
Rollin Cundiff,
Ralph Hurt,
Edgar W. Reed,
Doc Walker.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
APPEAL COURT ADJOUPNS
Justice ROIlin Hurt will be Named
Chief at January Meeting.

Frankfort, KY, Dec. 1.-THE Court
of Appeal today adjourned the fall
term and will convene for the winter
term January 3, at which time Chief
Justice John D. Carroll will retire
from the bench and Justice Rollin
Hurt be elevated to the Chief Justice.
ship. Justice Carroll will be succeed
ed on the bench by William Rodgers
Clay for the Fifth District. Chief
Justice Hurt will preside for the COM
ing two years.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
Sent to the Home.

1t is not often that Masons let the
public know how they distribute do
nations, but as the following state
ment will appear in the Masonic Home
Journal, we believe there is no impro-
priety in stating that Columbia
Lodge, No. 90, sent, last week, to the
Superintendent of the Home fitty-one
dollars in cash, to be expended for
Christmas presents for the widows
and children of that institution.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
For Sale.

One 70 acre farm situated on Burkes.
vile road, 81 miles from Columbia.
In a high state of cultivation. &c
acres in grass and clover to NOW.
Well watered, 3 lasting springs
Water in every field. Extra good
barn. Most all fencing woven wire
Tenant house. Price right. Reason
for selling must change climates fol
health. Call or see J. T. Goodman,
Phone 1877 Columbia, KY.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

There was an immense crowd in
town last Saturday, the stores and
groceries looking like beehiVes from
morning until late in the afternoon.
Besides smaller articles purchased to
please the childoen many handsome
and valuable articles were passed over
the counters. As a result, there will
be many happy homes in old Adair
county On Christmas morning.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

There is an ordinance against shoot
ing fire crackers upon the public
square and the officers are going to
enforce it. The conduct of some par
ties last Sunday night, while services
were going on in two churches, was a
disgrace to civilization. When a per-
son is arrested for violating this ordi-
nance he should be given a fine that
he would not soon forget.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
Notice..
Anthene Wesley,
G1aHaRo-
Glensfork. Ky.

Please call and settle while in town.
and let US begin the year with accounts
squared.
Wishing all my friends a Merry
Xmas, and prosperous New Year.
and thanking you all for the many
courtesiss am very truly,
DR.. J. N. MurreH.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
Russell &
Honor Roll.

The Ozark Public School taught by
Prof. Albert Bryant. The following
names are the seventh grade students
whose papers in the final term OK.
animation represented 100 per cent or
perfect.
Mary Reeves, Rosa Bee White. Bon
ME Wolford, Virginia Reeves, Bertha
Leach, Mira Feach, Edith and Ethel
Montgomery
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

During the year 1920 MIS-. @ Neat,
Clerk of the Adair County Court, paid
to Bert Epperson. Treasurer OF the
county, s1,6s6 dog tax. In the same
year the Fiscal Court allowed to own
ers of stock and poultry killed by dogs,
81, 300. This shows that the dog tax
lacked 1904 of being sufficient to pay
for the stock killed. +r -
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Miss Emma Andrews, whose home
was near GlenvilIe, was married few
days ago, to Mr.. McInnish, Of Casey
county. They left at once for the
groom'S home.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
FINANCIAL REPORT.

Annual Financial Report Of the
Adair County Board Of Education, for
Year July l, 1919, to June 80, 1920.
RECEIPTS.
l. Balance from last year S 2O3 81
g. From State for teach
ers' salaries Include
graded SchoolS) 81 1923 %
3 From county levy Ga
- rate - Including
corporation taxes I 349 16
4. From consolidated and
sub-district taxation
5. From all other sources
Livestock fund 46O 30
1909 and 1910 State fund q 81
Old houses sold n 90
Total of balance and re-
ceiptS 40 AS SO
DISBURSEMENTS.
l. Old Indebtedness paid 5
2. Per capita paid to grad
ed schools 995 IL
8. Teachers salaries % O59 80
4. New buildings and
grounds 2 293 81
3. Repair and improve
ment of old buildings 92O 76
g. School equipment and
supplies 1 1872 &c
7. Fuel and incidentals 1853 90
IL. Other overhead ex-
penses 144 81
Total disbursements 40 6IO %
Amount of money in
Treasury, June 80,
1920 None
Indebtedness on June
30, 1920, and to whom
due
Note Bank Of
Columbia $3.50 90
OVercheck
First National
Bank 4 80
Total outstanding indebt-
edness at close of year SI54 &c
Noah 10y,
County Superintendent
r. S. English,
Sec'y County Board of Education.
Columbia, KY, Nov. 20, 1920.
hereby certify that the above is a
correct summary Of the receipts anC
disbursements of Noah 10y, County
Superintendent, Treasurer of thu
Adair County Board of Education
for fiscal year beginning July 1, 1919
and ending June 80, 1920, as shown bl
an audit Of his books on this date.
]. N. Coffey, Accountant.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

We are informed by some of the
younger set that several young ladies
and young gentlemen from other
towns will be here to spend Christ
mas This means social gatherings
from residence to residence during
the holidays
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
OIL NEWS.
lBY E. T. KEMPER ]

Through an oversight in my last re-
port gave the depth of the Carnahan
CompanY's we'll No. l on the Cyrus
Campbell farm, as $50 feet when it
should have read 23O feet
Mr.. T.. Earle Williams, the thus
tier from Burkesville, Ky- who is
very actively engaged In the boosting
and development of the oil business
in this territory, spent the latter part
of last week in town.
Mr.. Bee Whitis, known as the "busy
Bee from Somerset, KY, has been
spending few days in this locality
looking after personal interests in con-
nection with development work in
this field.
A fine oil well, estimated as being
good for fifty barrels, is reported as
having been drilled in recently near
Greensburg, Ky.s and this week a good
'gasser" was struck there in the town
corporate limits, at a depth Of 259 feet.
According to a recent compilatio
made by Mr.. E. E. LOOMS, secretary
of the Kentucky Oil Mems Associa-
ton, during the month of October last
the output of crude oil in the State
amounted to 746, S18 barrels. Figured
at "a % per barrel, the prevailing
price for Somerset grade at that time,
the value amounts to 50, 173. 979.O9.
Mr. ]. B. DoolittIe reports good
progress being made in the drilling of
well No. on the Geo. Powell farm,
near Joppa. This locality looks to be
one Of the best in this immediate Sec
ton, and Mr.. DooiittIe says he ex-
poets to give it a thorough test.
Such ideal weather continues with
US in this section that there is no let
up in field operations, and unless
something unforeseen at this time
should happen it is predicted there
will be some good ''stFikes" in old
Adair before the end of the year.
Mr.. J. E. Carnahan, Canton. Ohio,
the big operator who has interests in
many sections, has been here within
the past few days OIL an inspection
trip to his field operations in this
territory. He expressed himself as
being very much pleased with the out
look for the Campbell well, at Creels-
boro, drilled in. a few days since, and
he has ordered tanks and pumping
outfit to be installed there at once,
preparatory to the marketing of the
product of his several wells in that
locality. e.
Both the McMead Oil Company and
the Beacon Oil Syndicate, W no jointly
have six good wells ready to be pump
ed at Greensboro, are installing tanks
and other equipment necessary fol
the marketing of oil at the earliest
possible date. A pipe line will be run
from the wells to the Cumberland
River about one quarter of mile dis
tant, where it will be delivered by
gravity pressure from the storage
tanks to barges for shipment to Nash,
vile. Tenn. The quality of oil pro-
duced there is such that it finds a
ready market at the "top" price
being paid for Somerset grade, which
is now quoted at from 81 25 to S4.5C
per barrel.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Be at the Masonic Hall Friday even.
ing, Dec. 81. Members of the Eastern
Star Chapter will entertain. It is for
all who will come. Admission 20
cents.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

A modem discovery for the rapid
healing of flesh wounds, cuts, burns,
bruises, sores and scalds is Liquid
Borozone 1t is a clear, colorless
liquid possessing marvellous healing
power. Price, 3Oc, 6Oc, and 81 20.
Sold by Paul Drug co.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
Russell & Co.

Mr., J. Press Miller has sold his one
half interest in the grocery store
which is operated liz the lower end OF
the Russell building, to the Reece
Bros, one of whom was his partner
and the business will continue at the
same stand. ...
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

The paid time for several hundred
of our subscribers will expire at the
end of this year. We want them to
renew as quickly as possible. We
hope many will come to the office the
first Monday in January-county
court.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
Spain has 0Oc Gasoline.
Russell & Taylor

During September and October the
Ford Blast Furnaces, Detroit, Mich,
shipped to the Ford Assembling Plant
at Cadiz, Spain, 10000 gallons of ben
zol. At present gasoline in Spain is
selling at 9Oc per gallon. Benzol is
being shipped there at a maximum
cost of 45c per gallon This not only
means 50 per cent. in saving in cost,
but also large saving in time and
Inconvenience in procuring gasoline,
as Spain is experiencing an unusual
shortage of motor fuels. s s..n.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
Election Of Officers.

On Monday evening, December, 9th,
the annual election of officers for Co.
lumbia Lodge, No, s6. f. and A NJ.
will take place. All members in good
standing are requested to be present.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

The printers of this office will be
given few days rest during the fes-
tiVitieS of the season, hence we will
not publish the News next week IN
til Wednesday, one day late.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

The News office will be open for
business every day during the holi-
days If you want 10 leave orders
for advertising or job-work or if you
want to settle your account, come in.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Last Saturday all the business
houses in Columbia were crowded
from early the morning until dark.
Christmas goods we're the attraction.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

In the Chenille Sunday school, last
Sunday week, there we're 2O6 in at
tendance and 2O6 Bibles were in the
school. One of the Bibles was 300
years old This school is in a contest
with the school at Jamestown.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Born, to the wife of Rev. W. Z.
Burdette, Depoy, KY, Dec. A, 1920, a
daughter-Jaunita. The mother is
a daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. Tilden
Wilcoxsin.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Mr.. E. W. Bennett delivered to
Judge G. T. Hereford, last Tuesday,
two hogs, on foot, that weighed 1876
pounds
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
Notice.

All who are indebted to US will be
kindly requested to come in and set
tie at once, as we are very busy and
haven't time to come and see you.
T. G. Rasner & Son.
9.2t
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Our entire stock OF RED Goose"
for children will be sold at Factory
Prices, all other shoes marked down to
"rock bottom"
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

The regular meeting of Columbia
Lodge, No. 90, E. and A. NJ, will be
next Friday night. A full attend.
ance is desired.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

The Lindsey Wilson and the Graded
school will close next Thursday after
noon, for the holidays. They will re-
open the first of January.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

The Local Talent of the Eastern
Star will give an entertainment, Fri.
day night Dec. 81, in the Masonic
Hall Admission zoe.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
For Sale.

Three Bronze Turkey Toms, gold
band strain, weight %, lbs each
Price SO.
Mrs. Josh Butler.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Rainbows with the top side down
was the attraction here last Thursday
afternoon.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

What have left Of Mems and boys
suits and OVercOats at cost at
Murray's.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
Wanted.

Nice dressed hogs, also hogs on foot,
Will pay good cash price.
Reece Bros.
9-3t Columbia, KY.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Schrafts box candies can be found
at the Royal Cafe. Prices are right.
sgt
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Make our store headquarters for
your Xmas shopping and save money.
Russell & Taylor.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Choice fruits and candies, the finest
apples ever on this market, can be
found at the Royal Cafe. S-2t
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Entire stock of mems, boys and
childrens Iclothing at manufacturers
cost. Russell g. Co
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

For SALE:--One extra good saddle
horse. Sound and without blemishes.
DR.. B. J. Bolin,
See A. B. BoliD, Eller, Ky.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

All persons owing the old firm of
Keene & Hoy are urged to call and
settle their account. 9.2t
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

When you buy Shoes, be sure you get
the best. The best for the price no
matter what the price may be at
Murray'S.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Entertainment in the Masonic Hall
Friday evening Dec 81. Admission,
20 cents.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22
For Sale.

9 head Of good work horses, wagons
and Il sets Of harness.
TIT Guy Nell, Columbia, KY.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

The Campbellsville Loose Leaf
House has half page in the News
this week. The opening sale will be
January 18th.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

The News will not be printed next
week until Wednesday.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

G.. A Smith sold, last Thursday, to |
Phelps Bros, 16 good hogs for 8 cents
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Say it with LowneyS. Have your
box put away before it is too late.
Russell g. Taylor.
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Don't forget we have a large stock of
Toys and Dolls.
Puooall q, ENo nlo,
The Adair County news. [volume] (Columbia, Ky.) 1897-1987, 1920-12-22

Annual Financial Report Of the
Adair County Board of Education, for
Year July l, 1919, to June 80, 1920
Rockingham post-dispatch. [volume] (Rockingham, N.C.) 1917-1965, 1920-07-01
Rousing Rally.

A rousing Morrison rally was
held at Hamlet Wednesday
night, the speaker being Jas. A.
Lockhart, of Wadesboro. The
crowd was estimated at 800, and
seemed thoroughly with" the
speaker. On Friday night OF
last week Mr.. Gardner spoke in
the Hamlet Opera House to a
capacity audience, but it is
claimed the crowd Wednesday
night to hear Mr.. Lockhart was
even larger than the Gardner
audience.
Lockhart speaks at the court.
house at Rockingham tonight,
and an enthusiastic gathering
will result.
Rockingham post-dispatch. [volume] (Rockingham, N.C.) 1917-1965, 1920-07-01

THE scheduled joint debate for
last Monday night at Raleigh
between Cam Morrison and Max
Gardner was not held. On the
Thursday previous the two can
didates accidently met at Jones'
boro. After a short talk the can
didates agreed that there had
been a misunderstanding in re-
CARDS to the proposed debate.
Mr.. Gardner stated that he
thought Morrison had challenged
him, and MIR. Morrison stated
THAT he thought Gardner him
self had issued a challenge. The
linen agreed that as both are ask
ling for the nomination on dem
Iocratic principles and that they
had no wish to personally attack
leach other, no cause therefore
1existed for a debate. Agar
shaking hands, the two pledged
their friendship and agreed tina
the loser would heartily supper
the winner in the general election
Rockingham post-dispatch. [volume] (Rockingham, N.C.) 1917-1965, 1920-07-01

ASTRONOMERS at Harvard
University tell us that about
100000 years ago a small star
collided with a dark nebula, the
friction causing a great conf1a-
grafton, or fareup. This illumi-
nation, according to the astrono-
mers, has been travelling through
space toward us at the rate of
$4,000 miles a second, and is
just beginning to be noted
through the most powerful tele-
scopes. Now what are you 60.
ing to do about it?