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Newspaper
Daily Star
Location
Marion, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1877
Page
4
The itemized column mentions hog prices at three cents, the upcoming Christmas holiday next Tuesday, and plans to plant Christmas trees. It notes Mrs. Burkholder’s large Marion sign, ongoing Masonic Block work, and various local curiosities and notices from Centerville and surrounding areas.
A local ad proclaims strong guessing contests with prizes of dishes for the best guesser. S. Krause Stock emphasizes largest Christmas toy selection and low prices. Farmers urged to deliver turkeys and geese about nine days before holidays with top market price paid. Mentions Michigan Insurance Company as a western home firm.
Shocked by daily lamp explosions a Warsaw family endures tragedy as O P Jaques' daughter Mars Libby Jaques dies after a lamp bursts into flame. The father suffers severe burns rescuing her, while spectators mark the path with burned flesh. The notice urges use of safer gas in Marion as a cleaner alternative.
A bag of keys was found on the Marion Deposit Bank counter. The owner may claim by contacting the bank and paying 15 cents for this notice.
Elegant stylish trimmed hats offered for two dollars at Thomas'. Limited stock and selection available this season. Public notice invites buyers to visit the shop for a quick sale.
Large sale advertises three spans of young horses and 14 head of 2 year old cattle weighing about 1209 pounds, plus 2000 bushels of corn with feed lot privilege. Includes 10 full blood Polan Chisa boars, premium at Olne State Pair. Also offers millinery items, silk handkerchiefs, nets, kid gloves, hats, and holiday goods. Visit farm to inspect stock and goods.
Classified brief listing: parlor coal stove with open front, box wood stove, and a stem winding open face and back watch. Call at the intelligence office to examine items.
Fowler & Co proclaims no cheap fashion trap, boasting honest pricing and equal treatment. The notice appeals to discerning patrons, inviting all to visit and judge for themselves, stressing a single price policy and appreciation for loyal customers.
Adam Harsch & Son's at No 31 Main Street advertises cash for hides pelts and furs and promotes a large stock of finished leather and findings. It also lists subscription rates for the Star newspaper with advance payment discounts and higher monthly prices for postpaid access.
Farmers seek repair services including horse shoeing plow-work wagon and buggy repairs. New work made to order. A general repair shop can be accommodated by calling on the firm of Paries and associates.
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