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Newspaper
Falls City Tribune
Location
Falls City, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Dec 20, 1907
Page
4
The dealer dumps cloaks of many colors and styles at unprecedented discounts. Notable shortages include long loose blacks and high priced items while small blacks are scarce. All cloaks must be cleared to zero as the store carries no carryover.
Thousands of handkerchiefs advertised with careful selection. Plains priced low while fancies in lace and embroidery are daintier than average. Men's plain hem stitched from 10c to 50c, initials from 10c to 50c, women's plain up to 50c, lace and embroidery trimmed up to 6dc, and initials from 10c to 25c.
Classified fur sale offers many pieces from brown sable coney scarf at 1 to double skin mink at 28. Larger scarfs range 3 to 18. Round muffs, box muffs, children’s sets priced 0.75 to 8. Black astrakan near seal and brown coney jackets 22.50 to 33.
Dress goods and silks offered for waists suits gowns and more. All popular fabrics in favored shades with rich all wool Charles fabrics printed in delicate designs. Fabrics for ki monas dressing lacques house and children’s dresses.
Our cellar is too warm for potatoes and a surplus remains. A sale sets price at 75c a bushel and 20c per peck until the excess is cleared.
A housekeeper friendly sale presents room rugs at special prices. Small rugs show a splendid variety from 1 to 7.50 dollars while straw mattings remain discounted at one quarter off.
Our store offers a full line of Candies Fruits Nuts Dried Canned Bottled goods fresh Vegetables and more. We emphasize quality with prices at a margin near the living profit and warn that underselling rivals can lead to bankruptcies remembered by many merchants.
The Falls City Tribune notes its mailing status as a second class matter at the Falls City Nebraska post office, entered January 12 1904 under the Act of Congress of March 3 1879.
The piece notes Roosevelt declining a renomination, affirming the two term precedent. It contrasts reactions within the party as Nebraska wavers toward Taft and Hughes rises, while cautious voices urge prudence and avoid overcommitment before the convention.
A Good Bank announces a four percent rate for children's accounts, signaling favorable terms to young savers and inviting families to open or transfer deposits. The policy aims to encourage long term savings and build customer loyalty among new generations.
A brief notice urges readers to grab The Tribune at a discount price of one dollar while supplies last, signaling a limited time offer and warning of rapid sellout.
The article notes William Jennings Bryan as a Democratic presidential candidate.
The great naval fleet departed Monday for a Pacific voyage by way of Cape Horn. The article argues future wars, if any, will be fought on the Pacific and concerns the undeveloped nations along its shores.
A local defender bets Burkett will push a federal building bill through Congress to curb extravagance claims. The remark warns of opposition from critics who may label the effort wasteful.
Local merchants who advertise in the community columns report their best Christmas business to date, attributing strong consumer turnout to the advertising reach and store promotions.
Senator Jefferson Davis of Arkansas spoke before taking his seat nine days early on a topic of trusts. His aggressive line may outpace Senator Tillman and threaten Tillman’s grip on the issue.
The text urges that true happiness rests with inner purity and health rather than mere wishing. It emphasizes personal responsibility for finding joy despite circumstances and invites readers to take control of their mood and spirit during Christmas.
A reader asks whether assistance is being directed to impoverished people during Christmas and if their needs are being addressed by those in charge. The inquiry highlights concern over charitable allocations and community support.
A lingering scene shows a mother before a shop window, watching dolls as a symbol of longing and nostalgia. The image centers on her open mouth and wistful eyes, capturing a quiet impulse toward childhood memories.
The passage questions whether goodness pays and notes the universal regret over Mr Sandusky's illness. It argues for being kind and friendly as a worthwhile stance.
The article notes the lecture course has been abandoned but promises a negro minstrel show soon. The plan indicates entertainment will follow the canceled talks, reflecting the era's racialized cultural programming.
The Falls City bank, Salem bank, and Preston bank are listed as financially healthy in last week's Tribune. Preston bank, led by top county businessmen, is advancing rapidly and draws attention for its aggressive growth.
Mr. and Mrs. Harvey Keim and M. W. Beachy of Esbon Kansas spent a brief time in the city last week as guests of their cousin Mrs. Norman Musselman. They traveled in their touring car and visited several places along the way.
Saturday through Monday social mentions include Grant Free of Farge Roy Dunn Wilson Else and others visiting relatives or attending events in Shubert Falls City Omaha Verdon Malis City Armour and Barada. A theatre outing a Workman lodge visit and a Bertha Weick recital at Arnold schoolhouse are also noted with several trips for business and farm tasks.
W. L. Roberts presents a comedy drama at Gehling Theatre for a single performance on Friday December 20. The event promises light entertainment and a lively stage show with Roberts's signature humor.
Valley Forge offers strong treatment and faultless staging for a play noted for its vibrant performances. Ticket prices labeled as 50 and 35 cents reflect a budget venue format.
Dr Stong reports several newborns delivered between December 1 and December 17 at homes of Ed Gillilland Henry Harrs John Langdon and Wesley Bowers with all patients recovering well A Christmas entertainment and box supper is set for Wednesday December 25 1907 in school district 24 Vesta Lively attends
The Humane Society asks ministers to urge congregations to save clothing and bedding for relief efforts. Humane Officer Hershey will call for donations or items can be sent directly to the humane headquarters.
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