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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1886
Page
8
Hooper has made large purchases for the holiday trade and offers the best line of candies and confections in town. He invites trades and guarantees the lowest prices. A grand display of holiday confections and tropical fruits is featured at Hooper's Restaurant in the Phoenix Block.
General Sam H. Hurst spoke at a Town street M E church meeting in Columbes praising local option and predicting rapid prohibition statewide. He argued prohibition supporters and opponents mix in politics, citing past vote totals and urging temperance members to pursue local option locally and in municipal contests next year.
Athens shoppers are treated to the largest display of holiday goods ever shown at the 5 and 10 cent counters in the Hoyt Building. The exhibit features a wide range of seasonal items, promising ample choices for festive purchases.
Holiday shoppers are urged to visit Peter Kern's Boot and Shoe Bazar to view a wide stock of elegant footwear for men women and children plus a complete line of slippers. The notice promises satisfaction at reasonable prices and highlights Christmas gift options.
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