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Newspaper
Fremont Democrat
Location
Hamburg, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1900
Page
1
Local shop advertises cheap hose for school time and children's seamless ribbed hose at 5c per pair. Also promotes nickel plated sad irons and stands at low prices. The fragment suggests a cluttered bargain display aiming to attract customers with low costs.
In Clarinda Iowa on July 29 Reed Van Horn 87 a carpenter died after a heated argument with Hermon Barron previously charged with attempted murder near Norwich. The quarrel triggered a fatal collapse as Van Horn, affected by tobacco bear, fell to the ground leaving a wife and two children.
Manchester Michigan resident Geo D Williams recounts his wife’s five year paralysis and recovery after using two bottles of Electric Bitters. The advertisement claims relief from female diseases nervousness sleeplessness melancholy headaches backaches fainting and dizziness with a 50 cent guarantee from Bartlett and Doyle druggists.
Mr. Theodore Farak head of the Chicago Upholstering Company quits business after a successful run and will relocate to Hambug tomorrow to continue in upholstering. Residents express regret at the departure of Mr and Mrs Farah from Shenandoah and wish them well.
Washington dispatch notes Secretary Hay’s firm stance toward China after tense exchanges over foreign ministers. Officials foresee potential battle to force imperial government to accept terms, with limited concession before broad talks resume.
Democrats and white supremacy carry NC races with Butler defeated for re election. abolition of negro vote expected by amendment. election passes with minimal unrest except Fanison fire blamed on opponents. Poor turnout among negro voters. fusion governor nominee Spencer Adams loses to Charles Ayer.
The Fifty Second Indiana regiment established Camp Conger in Perry on July 28 with about 600 troops. The grounds near Perry’s business district offer artesian water and electric lighting for 150 tents. A banquet honored Colonel Humphreys and officers, and Governor’s Day is planned for next Tuesday expecting around 16,000 attendees.
A brief advertisement extols De-Wit's Little Early Assets pills as the best option, praising their prompt effectiveness and reliability in early morning routines.
The article notes an upcoming library invoice of about 125 titles across departments. It mentions Roy Sykes and Jesse Thlmes as soon to be medical students, Belle Burkholder continuing at State Normal Cedar Falls, and Prof. McMullan resigning with C P Beale to succeed. The library hours are Tuesdays and Fridays 2 to 6 pm.
Mr Waughington L Zook aged 74 died at his Argyle street residence on Sunday morning July 29. He owned town property and about 1500 acres of land, mostly in Missouri and Nebraska. He leaves a widow and seventeen children from two marriages. Funeral services were held in a Main street tent with Rev Hunt, and burial occurred at Kizer cemetery five miles southeast of Hamburg. A large cortége attended.
Robert Sherman and his Comedy company begin a week at the Opera House on Wednesday August 6 presenting In My Friend from Arkansas a new original comedy drama. The company is praised as top tier in the west and brings fresh up to date plays. Admission 15 25 and 50 cents with opening night offer a free ticket for one woman with a paid 86 cent ticket.
Bids will be received for a medicinal remedy equal to Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin. For particulars inquire Bartlett and Doyle regarding specifications and terms.
The ad lists shirt waists at 22c 75c 98c and 1 dollar with waists at 34c. Silk Mousline and Lisle Thread Union Suits discounted. various hosiery styles priced low. Linoleum offered in short lengths at 35c 38c per square yard. Percales cut from 74c 64c to 5c. over 400 yards available. Store to move summer stock for $1000 worth of fall goods.
Advertises beauty pins, stone set pins two for 1 cent, other sewing notions at low prices. Includes pulleys, belts, rings, hose supporters, garters, safety hooks and eyes, corset clasps, and thread spools with quantity and price notes. Limited stock highlights early shopping opportunity.
The notice lists many items from Whittemore Shoe polish to men and women shoes, shirts, pants, ties, collars, socks, and suits with prices. It touts spot cash buys and small margins, plus a sale of men’s suits and pants at reduced or regular prices.
Local retailers advertise price cuts on Cow Brand Soda six packs for a quarter, Davis Flour sacks at 1.25, and Mason fruit jars at 75 cents per gallon. They offer cream cheese at 12 cents per pound, white jar rubbers, extra lids, and cash-only sales with their own delivery wagon.
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