20 Apr 1916
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Newspaper
Dermott News
Location
Dermott, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 20, 1916
Page
1
A motivational poem urges readers to begin with effort, push through initial difficulty, and maintain momentum. It argues that starting easy leads to failure and that perseverance will lead to success and eventual achievement. The closing lines emphasize unwavering continuous effort toward the summit.
A jumble of local notices and ads mentions Cohen’s Summer Underwear and various products at The Alex next Tuesday. Names like Dermott Hide Co, Clarke & Co, and Weisman Co appear with prices and promotions for hats, stockings, water coolers, lawn mowers, and sewing notions. Charlie Chaplin in Ambition noted. Mrs. Joe Cohen’s sister visiting. Stover on a business trip to Kilburn. numerous shop offers and testimonials from Dermott Hdn Co and others.
Local notices list Damaged Goods at the Alex, Monticello and Dermott social visits, and upcoming shows. Advertisements promote fireproof safes from $10, Majestic demonstrations, Wetamen Co wares, and Dermott Hardware promotions. Community events include Altraman Club meeting, church services, and local sales.
Special train schedules show multiple routes to Dermott for a school meet. Services originate from Eudora Lake Village Till Till Till Crossett Montrose Wilmot Crossett Hamburg and other points with several coaches. Trains depart early morning and arrive around 8 45 am to 9 15 am depending on route.
Dermott undertakes new freight depot work with Bridge and Building Department of the Iron Mountain Railway, laying a six foot thick concrete foundation for a three story brick structure 24 by 10, east of the passenger station. A temporary sidetrack is in use, and records note carloads of material reaching the site.
Principal Mr Milner of Park Daly High School and Southeast Arkansas Literary Athletic Association secretary cites reports predicting the meet will be the largest ever. Contests include talent and athletic events with arrangements for telephonic installations and hotel lodging for participants. Local observers anticipate strong showings from Farm area teams and from contestants across the association.
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