Proposal Fails in Progressive Romcom Tale
In a humorous 1908 short, Brown Reed woos Francesca Singleton through church, theater, and a toboggan ride. Each attempt ends with a rebuff as he blurts his marriage proposal in unlikely settings. The tale tracks his growing frustration and the couple’s stubborn indecision.
Proposes in Style at Aunt’s Fancy Dress Ball
A comic scene centers on Brown Reed and Miss Singleton as Reed is guided by his aunt. She urges him to deliver a proper proposal at a fancy dress ball, arranging costumes and a memorized line. Reed's awkward courtship culminates with Singleton's whispered consent.
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Farm Implements and Machinery Sale by J. H. Grosh
J H Grosh dissolves with Grosh Bros and moves to 111 East Franklin Street where he will sell fencing farm implements and machinery with gravel roofing as a specialty. Home phone 1004.
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City Tax Notice From Elkhart Treasurer
All persons indebted to the City of Elkhart for real estate personal property poll taxes street paying sewer and sidewalk assessments due and past due also principal and interest on cemetery notes are notified to call at the city treasurer's office East Franklin street and pay the same Bring receipts for proper adjustment Under the law these matters will be liable to suit if not paid at once After January 1 1909 all real estate unpaid will be advertised and sold for the taxes E A Campbell City Treasurer until Jan 6
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