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Newspaper
Fort Wayne Journal Gazette
Location
Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1902
Page
3
Fort Wayne Elks hold annual lodge of sorrow ceremonies at the Penn with processions, prayers, choirs, and eulogies for departed members. The event names two members who died that year and features multiple musical selections and a benediction. A paired ad promotes Chamberlain's Pain Balm as a back pain remedy.
A hardware and toy section announces a extensive line of mechanical toys now on sale for children. Also offered is a complete laundry outfit including boiler and engine, 100 shirt washer, extractor and ironer, described as nearly new and bargain priced at H. C. care Journal Gazette. Cigars advertised at M. J. Blitz shop with a holiday line and satisfaction guarantee.
An advertisement claims Scott's Emulsion cures consumption by increasing weight and reducing coughing. It asserts internal changes are mysterious but notes the product improves lung function and overall strength. The ad offers free information from E Lowne, chemists at 200 Pearl St. N.
A new publication Judicious Advertising from Lord & Thomas Chicago and New York showcases practical publicity guidance. It promises clear, sensible discussions of advertising problems benefiting small advertisers and large magnates alike. Louis P. Curdes offers bargains in real estate as a Christmas investment.
Plans for Christmas include stocking a box or two of A C Aurentz chocolates and bon bons. Shoppers are urged to consider gifts for father brother or friend and to browse the wide selection of smokers articles at M J Blitz with many items likely to please.
A. C. Aurentz promotes Christmas prep with a large and refined candy stock. The ad urges readers to buy an umbrella from Feldmans opposite the Cathedral to avoid rain hassles and to Smoke the Eclipse So Cigar as the best option.
Reports show total receipts near 26000 with 9260 in capital stock 8000 from admissions and the rest from privileges. A 6 percent dividend on paid stock was declared and will be paid if paid-in funds arrive by 6 pm. About 3500 remains in treasury to cover next fair expenses October 8 to 12. We All Johnson named secretary. George W Kell to represent at state agriculture board.
An advertisement claims Botanic Blood Balm B B B cures blood poison cancers ulcers eruptions and skin symptoms. It asserts rapid healing of sores and pains with a 30 year test history and offers samples and full home care directions from the Blood Balm Co. in Atlanta. Meyer Bros. in Fort Wayne stocks it.
Switches. Nothing improves a lady's appearance as much as a fine head of hair. If nature has not supplied you can find just what you need at Rodenbeck's 1004 Calhoun Lau Block Sale.
Thoroughly experience stenographer position at rear of third floor Elektron Building. An expert masseuse from Cleveland is offered for trial baths. Wayne advertises ten barbers on duty.
First class two story brick livery stable in a northern Indiana county seat is for sale. Admirably located. THOS. C. DAY & CO. 05 S12 Law Building Indianapolis. Also advertisements for umbrellas and photographs by Feldman’s and Ed Perrey, with details on location and specials.
A vintage advertisement for butter chips at CHRISTAN'S 908 Galhoun promotes Christmas gifts including subscriptions to Ladies' Home Journal and Saturday Evening Post. It notes a policy of renewing at $1.00 per year, rising to $2.00 next year, with Oswald Stalin as special agent handling offers.
Freshness highlighted as a key feature of A C Aurentz's Christmas candies with emphasis on consistently fresh confections and quality during the holiday season.
A fragment notes The Midget Store at 1028 Calhoun St Feldman offers cheap umbrellas and promotes fresh goods. A pop up line claims a free popcorn bag with each 10 cent purchase and advertises Pure Cream Chewing Candy 2 specialty.
A fragment lists a fresh supply of coal at Christen's 908 Calhoun Street with a note that the coal is presented in small scuttles about four inches high. It mentions Andy Christen’s candy-making fame and offers a $10 monthly prize plus a fold watch for helping advertise a tobacco cure. It also advertises real estate by Louis F. Curdes with easy payment plans.
Wood delivery by J M Cook at 2135 Fairfield avenue offers prompt service citywide with orders via Ulmer's livery barn and home phone 6381. Lehigh Valley Route promotes double track between Buffalo and Philadelphia with automatic block signals and four fast express trains. booklet by Geo R Chesbrough Buffalo NY. Feldman at 11-31 Feldman opposite Cathedral sells the best umbrellas in the city.
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