09 Jan 1919
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Newspaper
Dermott News
Location
Dermott, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1919
Page
1
Dermott continues as a social hub with visits, rentals, auto and hardware ads, and local notices. residents and guests mingle at the Dermott Auto Co, Hobson’s blacksmith, and The Suburban Store while car sales, coal orders, and lodging options fill the pages.
The Zedelers Symphonic Quintet returned for a second Lyceum program at the Dermott school auditorium drawing a large enthusiastic audience. Their Lazar’s Second Rhapsodie impressed as one of the city’s most artistic pieces and the group earned strong requests for a return next year. The fourth program will feature the Welsh Glee Quartet in early February.
Tonight features Diouglas Pair hanks in Mr Fixit Priday and Marguetus Clark in Rich Man Poor Man followed by Alay Sunshine Comedy Monday. Wm Fox presents Theda Barwin Cleopatra first show at 45. Admission and Sue. Coming soon attractions include Lest We Forget Eyes of the World and Annette Kellerman in Queen of the Sea.
County education notes from Crooked Bayou west of Lake Village opening Monday with Mrs Gregg teaching. J G Courtney from District 7 reports large enrollment at Hellaire where Miss Bessie Morrin leads. Dermott school praised as county’s largest and best organized. rain hindered rural visits. juvenile superintendent mentions limited access to colored and neighboring schools.
Local ad states Dermott Auto offers used cars with 4amne era typos promising guaranteed buys. Trade for old corn land or live stock and Liberty Bonds accepted. Dealers invite customers to visit and discuss payment plans.
Samuel D. Cohen at Cohen's Store reports bond payments aligning with peak market prices. Local merchants note steady demand amid fluctuating rates as investors seek reliable government and corporate bonds.
The Der mott Land and Lumber company began a bonus system paying yearly workers a premium equal to a percentage of wages. Last Saturday the bonuses were distributed, totaling $5,000 to employees for steady work.
A warm house and good day last Sunday with a cordial welcome planned for men of the town next Sunday. Reverend Crawford Crenshaw to preach next Sunday night. The Muir family extends thanks to Dermott folks for the tie date. Good League program last Sunday. pastor invites all who attend.
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