Walton's cutter showcases fit and experience in major cities
Walton's cutter has trained in New York Boston and Chicago and promises a splendid fit. The ad points to Steven's bargain driven dry goods sale in today's paper with low prices to entice buyers. He receives goods from his Eastern market connected brother and offers return or exchange for unsatisfactory items.
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Walton
Cutter
New York
Boston
Chicago
Steven
Walton’s
Stephenson Street
Walton's
Hardware dealers prepare large spring stock in city
We would call the attention of our subscribers to the advertisement of Lawyer and Barnhard the well known hardware dealers of this city. They are making extensive preparations for Spring trade and have laid in a large stock of goods suitable for Spring trade. All in want of anything in the hardware line will find it advantageous to call on them.
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Lawyer & Barnhard
van Brunt
Furst & Bradley
Garden City
Skinner
F. F. Smith
Princeton Manufacturing Company
Woodward and
Magon
Selby
Union
Portraits by William H. Mellenry at Stephenson Street
Photographs and daguerreotypes can be procured from William H. Mellenry at his rooms above Stayer & Snyder's on Stephenson Street. He has built a solid reputation as a careful artist with satisfactory workmanship and moderate prices for portraits. Spring millinery offerings from Mrs. Ferris promise fashionable, reasonably priced goods. The Supreme Court confirms Hosier vs United States awarding a $100 bounty to soldiers enlisted before July 1 1861 and honorably discharged. Insurance options offered through Porter & Wright agencies with North American of New York listed among carriers.
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William H. Mellenry
Stayer & Snyder's
Stephenson Street
Mellenry
Hosier
United States
Supreme Court of the United States
Shulin
Messrs. Porter & Wright
New York
Csi Company
Boots and Shoes Sale Signals Spring Stock Drop
Wright, Cavanaugh & Co announce a Spring stock of Boots and Shoes at lower-than-ever prices. Tandy offers a low priced stock to meet the gold standard. New Firm Bergman Robey & Kirk takes over Farmers' Warehouse with premier farm machinery such as Romery Thresher, McCormick harvesters, and Moline plows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Farmers
W. W. Robey
Bergman & Kirk
Bergman, Robey & Kirk
Court House
Romery
Indiana
Thresher
McCormick Harvesters
Sterling Corn
Moline
Dixon
Sale of Halderman Steam Mill and property on April 15 1870
An advertisement notes a public auction on April 15 1870 for the Halderman Steam Mill in this city. The mill is described as an excellent facility and millers are urged to attend. A substantial amount of personal property will also be offered at the same sale.
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Halderman
For Sale Groceries at Best’s 151 Stephenson Street
Advertisement notes groceries offered at low prices by Cc Best at 151 Stephenson Street with emphasis on new goods and bargains.
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C. Cc
Best's
Stephenson Street
County’s Largest Steam Printing Office Promises Best Prices
Persons seeking job printing are urged to use the county’s only steam printing office with more presses and a larger stock than three rivals. The claim is that they can do work cheaper, better, and faster than competitors.
Groceries and Provisions at Cronkrite Store
Fress groceries and provisions can at all times be found at the grocery store of KE. L. Cronkrite on Stephenson street next door to the Stephenson County Bank. Goods promptly delivered within the city at no extra charge. Everything in the grocery line guaranteed to be as recommended and offered at fair prices.
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KE. L. Cronkrite
Stephenson Street
Stephenson County Bank
Millinery Shop Reopens in Old McCutcheon Rooms
Mrs M M Sheetar operates a millinery and dress making establishment in the former McCutcheon rooms, now a hat and cap shop. Mrs Grove, famed in dress making, supervises cutting and fitting with top-rated skill. She expects liberal patronage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. M. Sheetar
McCutcheon
Grove
Sheetz
New Goods Arrive at Staver and Snyder Boots and Shoes
Always ahead first arrival of New Goods last week. When you need Boots and Shoes, visit Staver & Snyder 10 Stephenson Street Big Boot sign. The popular store offers a good assortment at the lowest living prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Staver & Snyder
Stephenson Street
Local Hardware Sale Announces Deep Discounts
A large assortment of forks hoes shovels and spades is offered by dual Lawyer and Burchard's with Best stock and the lowest prices in the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Burchard
Unclear OCR on Photographer's Skill Cited in Ad
Fragmentary text praises a photographer's experience and talent with tone and finish. It notes adaptable styles and competition in the field, mentioning a person named Stephen and street context but lacks clarity on full meaning or event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thordophy
Adi
Best Tea Sold in City At $1.25 Per Pound
C C Best at 151 Stephenson Street reports selling over two hundred baskets of the Oolong Tea. The ads claim it is the best tea in the city and priced at 1.25 dollars per pound.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. C. Best
Stephenson Street
Krohn's Tobacco Shop Draws In Customers
Krohn, the tobacco and cigar man, offers pipes, tobacco pouches, and the best cigar brands. He sells smoking tobacco, fine cut or plug chewing tobacco, and supplies to please lovers of the weed. Drop in and take a smoke.
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Krohn
Elegant Basket Oolong Tea Sold at C. C. Best Store
The Basket Oolong Tea was sold exclusively at C. C. Best’s shop located at 151 Stephenson Street, priced at $1.25 per pound. Supporters note the sale was limited to this store and emphasized the product’s unique availability.
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C. C. Best
Stephenson Street
Diffenbaughs Confectionery and Fruit Reopens Nearby
J D Diffenbaugh removes his confectionery and fruit store to Fry's Block three doors east and promises a larger stock at cheaper prices. The notice urges customers to visit the new location and be waited on by Diffenbaugh.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J.D. Diffenbaugh
Fry’s Block
Diffenbaugh
City Orders Available at 90 Cents and Interest
City orders may be purchased at ninety cents with accrued interest through December 1, 1869. Available from D A Knowlton & Sons at 4 Sw3.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. A. Knowr-Ton& Sons
Challenge Feed Mill Exceeds Competitors in Feed Mills
Farmers urged to visit the J. Montelius warehouse to see the mill’s superior feed production. Tea from Cina arrives via San Francisco priced at 1 25 per pound, offering a commerce detail alongside the mill’s promotion.
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J. Montelius
Cina
San Francisco
No splitting machine and patent sale in Freeport
Advertisement notes Richardson's 46 inch knife patent and a selling or trading offer for a tannery with carriers tools in Freeport. Calls or address requested to PF, CLINGMAN, Abn Cedarville, Stephenson Co., Illinois.
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Richardson
Carriers Tools
Freeport
Clingman
Cedarville
Stephenson Co
For Rent Two Story House on Chicago Street
For Rent. A two story house with six rooms and a good cellar and cistern on Chicago street two blocks south of Post Office. Apply at this office or address box 690.
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Chicago Street
Assessor to Hear Appeals in Freeport April 16
A. J. Warner of the Third District will visit the assistant assessor’s office on April 16 to hear appeals. Taxpayers in Freeport must file incomes before that date to avoid penalties.
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A. J. Warner
U, 8S
Freeport
Packard to Sell Jewelry at Cost in Freeport
Mr. Packard plans to vacate his Wilcoxson marble block jewelry room and sell all stock for thirty days at cost. Readers may purchase watches clocks chains charms and more at panic prices. The notice expresses hope he will remain in Freeport.
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Wilcoxon
Cure for chilblains and frostbite sold by druggists
Wartime remedy touted as universally effective for chilblains and frosted feet. Advertised as a cure available from every druggist.
New Analy To Spotlight Hoop Skirts
Ryan OS presents a quirky feature about hoop skirts, noting their beauty and popularity. A playful scene unfolds with ladies enjoying tea and skirt minutiae on Chicago street amid a lighthearted local culture snapshot.
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Ryan
Chicago Street
Souda
The Complete Analysis of the Bible reviewed
A praising notice of Roswell Hitchcock's The Complete Analysis of the Bible. The work arranges all verses by topics with an index and includes a Scripture Index Dictionarios and Concordance. It promises easier study and thorough understanding of sacred scripture for readers and libraries.
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Roswell
Hitchcock
D. D
Clothing House at Stephenson and Chicago Streets Thrives
Report from Freeport describes crowded business at the Clothing House as orders pour in from Fort Lyon Iowa Minnesota Dakota Southern Illinois and Chicago. A Philadelphia letter from William Stine bragging of cheap imports and the advantage of Eastern markets signals a strong trade and a motto of Quick sales and Small profits with stock concerns noted.
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Stephenson m and
Chicago
Freeport
Stine
Fort Lyon
Kansas
Iowa
Minnesota
Drakota
Ilinois
Philadelphia
Dean Brozier
William Stine
Massilon Agricultural Works Advertises Western Agent
A double column notice praises Alfred St Wise of Massilon as General Western Agent for Massilon Agricultural Works. Wise pioneered in agricultural implements in Freeport, built a vast wholesale business across the Northwest, with sales this year likely surpassing all prior years. Machines are shipped from the factory to Chicago then distributed by Wise to local agents nationwide.
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Massilon Agricultural Works
Alfred St, Wise
Atr. Wise
Freeport
Wise
Mar. Wise
Chicago
Wis
Mer. Wise
Departure of Mrs Anni Ta Magnus Brightens Bloomington Notes
In Bloomington a respected benevolent worker Mrs Anni Ta Magnus leaves for Wreaport with her husband Mr Magnus. Her long service with the Ladies' Benevolent Society and her gentle influence endear her to the community. Residents recall her as a thoughtful observer with modest grace and a steadfast helper in public relations. They wish the couple prosperity in Kronport where Mr Magnus is employed.
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Anni Ta
Magnus
Bloomington
Ladies’ Benevolent Society
Kronport
Joomington
Ten Year Old Boy Drowns Near Stephenson Street Bridge
John Cary, ten, was fishing at the foot of Stephenson street on a stone under the bridge when he slipped and fell into the river. He drowned before aid arrived and the body had not yet been recovered at press time.
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John Cary
Stephenson Street
Circuit Court Trial Ends in Neverdieb Verdict
Mebntea versus Meesport Py dranlie Company concluded last week on the Circuit Court bench. The case, described as a notable one, ended Saturday evening with a verdict bearing on the Cotomiaties. A motion for a new trial is expected to follow, and the court remains in session for further steps.
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Meesport Pydranlie Company
Neverdieb
Cotomiaties
Hiss
Ak Besb
Wall
Tae Supeedie Cott
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H. W. Pease
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G. Joran
Principan
Musical Academy
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Ira Babcock
Pealce
Dalley
Francis W.B
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Neff
Bailey
Brawley
Joan Margritz
Orangeville Road
Carpenter
Sureon
Baileyville
Witness
J. A. Bardel
Famith and Wagon Shop
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Iinois
Freecon
J. A. Cramn
Kleckner
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Peeten MY
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Lit
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Kresco
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Journal
Chi
Treet Freeport
Lil
Kingsley & Mills
Dean's Block
Gaurea Etd
Frederick C. Ingalls
Bloek Freeport
Pll
Rchard
Barton & Barnum
Oo Hees
Oftlee Mayers Confectionary Store
Mracham
Otlce
Nt Rg
Sarnia LE
Wom
Marshall & Co
CMM
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Mr. Dexter
Best & Morgan's
Bst & Morgan
Best & Morgan
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Tandy
Weld
Go. M. Clayton
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West
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Gall
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J. D. Diffenbaugh
C. H. Packard
Stine & Brother
Stine's
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New York City
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Stine’s Clothing House
Zell
Seth
City Crockery
Little
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Northwest
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QO. H. Little
Howard House
W. G. Barnes & Co.’S Farm Machinery
Galena Street
Missouri
J. B. Delhatier
Wellsville
Stephenson County
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Marshill
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Pecatonica
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