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Newspaper
Brainerd Dispatch
Location
Brainerd, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1900
Page
1
A printer notes a lighthearted Fourth of July message inviting readers to enjoy a good time and promising favorable trade terms from a large stock of goods. The tone blends optimism with a sales incentive for readers planning Fourth activities.
Sailors Leghorns walking hats and related headwear are offered at lower prices than any in the city. The retailer states stock must be reduced and promises further reductions as inventory is cleared.
A local hat shop announces an additional ten percent discount on all hats. Shoppers urged to come early to secure the choicest selections before stock runs out.
Our 1900 line offers high grade lawns calicoes sateens and more shirt waists from 50c to 2.00. We also supply latest summer goods for home makers Piques Pongees Organdies Foulards in colors and patterns at low prices. An elegant line awaits.
Readable catalog note shows dresses and skirts priced $1.00 to $5.00 with item types and discount ranges.
An advertisement promotes boys suits in new summer styles at $1.25 $1.50 $2.00 $3.00 and $4.50. It emphasizes that clothing quality matters more than the boy’s pose and notes the store carries fashionable patterns.
The store highlights a large selection of stylish young men and boys suits in Cassimeres Cheviots and Worsteds with checks plaids and pin stripes. Prices range from 3 to 8 dollars with silk trimming on some pieces.
The Dispatch installs a brand new Reliance Babcock cylinder power press and a two horsepower Pierce gasoline engine in the Sleeper block, raising equipment value over $1,500. Upgrades include power for all job presses to speed output and cut costs, with improved facilities on the second floor. A Republican voters meeting is scheduled for July 10 at the Central Rose house to reorganize leagues and elect delegates for the state convention in St Paul, with anticipated speeches by Governor Roosevelt and others.
The Salvation Army Hall will be open all day on July 4 with ice cream cake lunch and coffee available. Volunteers are asked to help by serving lunch or ice cream to attendees.
Brainerd shoppers await a new Alteration Special Sale announced by Henry J. Conen. The event begins Monday and promises notable deals drawing attention from locals.
The Republican State Convention held in St Paul yesterday nominated a strong ticket for state offices. Samuel R Van Sant was acclaimed governor amid enthusiasm, with Lyndon A Smith lieutenant governor, W B Douglas attorney general, Julius H H Black state treasurer, Veter KE Hanson secretary of state, C M Start chief justice, and L W Collins associate justice of the Supreme Court.
Enumerators finish counting tomorrow with final city population likely between 8000 and 8300. Ward totals place Third ward largest at about 2100–2200 and First ward smallest at around 1200, signaling a 12 percent five year gain since 1895 and a near 50 percent rise since 1890.
Brainerd gears up for the largest Fourth of July parade and festivities on record with a parade of bands floats militia and veterans, a Declaration reading, contests, races, a grand ball, and firework display. Prizes totaling 1000 dollars reward best floats teams and outfits.
Vote counts show totals for the Schimmel piano contest with figures like 8 258 and 10 868 amid a mix of names and groups. Separately, after seven months with the Brainerd Salvation Army corps Captain Trembath requests donations for travel to the Northern Pacific division as they seek support for the next appointment.
Don't miss the alteration sale starting next week at Henry I Conen's shop. Shop for exclusive bargains during the event advertised by the retailer.
Losey and Dean sell enamel stove pipe that will not burn off. Customers advised to consult Fisher and Walters for Continental cement prices before ordering a sidewalk.
Two bay horses found on Section 14 in 133 30 near Sylvan Minnesota on June 18. One is light bay and the other dark bay with a scar on the dark bay’s right hind foot. Owner urged to call, pay charges, and remove them.
Losey and Dean advertise stove pipe enamel that seals and blackens stove pipes for lasting protection and easier cleaning. The product promises a durable finish and easier maintenance for heating systems.
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