01 Mar 1901
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Newspaper
Daily Evening News
Location
Modesto, California, United States of America
Date
Mar 01, 1901
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a contract style promise to perform work promptly and on reasonable terms with cash on delivery. The text references MADDRILD, Namagixe Button Ger, and Eleventh Stress but lacks clear dates, places, or identifiable parties.
Brief Modesto items report shop openings and stock at Meyer's New Store and Schafer & Co, with weather forecast from San Francisco bureau. Notes on Orange Assembly No 84 meeting, New York Life policy issues, and arrangements for Katie Laehner’s funeral at St Stanislav. Also mentions local deaths Maggie Hunsackar and E H Wagner estate debt notices, plus revival at South Methodist Church and small ad copies for clothing, jewelry, and printing services.
A Southern Pacific agent reports that early colonists are thoughtful and seeking solid prospects in Stanislaus County. They expect land and climate to suit settlers, prefer paying for good land, and intend to assess options before committing. The agent asserts California’s value is rising and Stanislaus offers productive, affordable opportunities with strong statewide interest.
Report from Newa gidliehed recounts the probable drowning of John Howe, once of this county, at Cape Nowe. Friends fear Theodore Steenbergen, once of this city and Howe’s partner in northern mine ventures, may also be aboard the vessel after an explosion and crew loss. Verification will take time amid great suspense.
The Literary Society will hold its meeting at the school hall this evening at the usual time. An interesting program is planned with duets by Fazel Stuart and Jevala Lee, recitations by Mary Hevenom and Mabel Vezey, and papers read by Lora Foster and M. Evane. Also listed are performances by Emily Cressey, Frank Ball, and a High School paper read by Mabel Vezey.
A vintage ad extols Husband Turner’s Syrup of Tar and Wild Cherry Cough Syrup. It claims to soothe irritated bronchials and throat inflammation, cure coughs and colds, and even clear hoarseness within hours. Priced at 51 cents per bottle, it contrasts with other syrups bearing the same name.
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