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Newspaper
Elgin Echo
Location
Elgin, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1900
Page
7
An old laundry advertisement for Elgin Laundry promotes affordable washing with a Tuesday special and satisfaction guarantee. It urges customers to bring clothes the day before and mentions starch and ironing options along with general price notes.
The Elgin Echo newspaper sends a festive greeting wishing readers a merry Christmas as the holiday arrives next Tuesday and enlivens local spirits.
Elgin firms advertise Christmas bargains and low prices on toys, clothing, and Great selections at Capper Shafter Haug Rowland and Albert Halversons New York Store. They tout discounts on trunks purses hats and boots while noting local events and a 67th birthday celebration at L Thoma home.
The Huwg Rowland Store announces a large stock of Christmas gifts including silks and woolens and urges customers to shop for affordable presents. They promote groceries and a line of holiday items as head quarters for festive needs before spending at other outlets.
A historical note states no echo next week and no Bono. The office team requests days off after a year without vacation while continuing book work and year end money matters. Subscriptions will be collected more than ever after January 1, 1901, with overdue renewals placed in collectors’ hands.
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