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Newspaper
Galena Tribune
Location
Galena, Illinois, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1906
Page
4
Corset covers in latest styles offered at reduced prices. Muslin and cambric versions with pearl buttons, lace and beading details. Limited stock, strong discount to clear inventory. Sale advertised as time sensitive and attractive to shoppers seeking value.
Coatsworths offers a second med corset cover with torchen lace edge at sale price 30c. The item features yoke of wide point de Paris lace two insertion rows and beading with ribbon, neck and arm edges in wide lace, made of Nainsook with front draw string. Regular price 60c. Also available in 50c 75c and 1.00. Come see the assortment.
The notice details several ladies muslin gowns from large US manufacturers. It compares quality and trim such as tucks, hemstitched ruffles, lace, and torchen lace. Several price points are listed, highlighting a sale with prices around 50 cents to a dollar and a promise of further reductions on select stock.
Advertises various laces and insertions including 18 inch wide all over lace, Torchon laces up to 3 inches, Normandy Valenciennes up to 4 inches, and wider 6 inch options. Promo emphasizes low prices per yard with multiple discount levels and mentions summer waist use and attractive patterns.
A pretty sacque in handsome lawn patterns with trim detail is offered as limited supply. Organdy dressing sacques are somely trimmed and priced alongside other goods at 75c 98c $1.19 and $1.49 while stock lasts.
A local retailer touts India Linons at steep discounts. The ad claims direct mill sourcing from ecoton fields and offers linon normally priced at 16 and 20 cents now reduced to 10 and 15 cents, inviting customers to judge quality firsthand.
Advertises aprons in standard gingham for women and children. Mothers Hubbard style with shoulder straps and strings priced around 25 cents, with trimmed variants featuring ruffles and pockets. Heritage lines emphasize sturdy, practical kitchen wear.
Advertises ladies muslin drawers in multiple styles with ruffles, hemstitching and inserts. Notes quality materials, prices 30c to 50c, with sale prices 39c and earlier prices contrasted to cotton advances. Emphasizes availability while supply lasts.
The ad touts bargain skirts bought cheaply and sold with a small margin. Muslin skirts with flounces ruffles hems and embroidery are offered at cut prices from 29 to 69 cents with a wide assortment and strong value claims.
Advertises ladies oxfords, patent leather oxfords, and white canvas oxfords at sale prices. Claims regular store prices range from $1.50 to $1.75, with sale prices around $1.19 to $1.19, highlighting ladies and children's sizes.
A silk sale offers Pean de Sole silk at 3 1/2 cents per yard in six shades including white and black. The sale starts at 9 o clock and is limited by price and time. This brief notice highlights a quality fabric at a low promotional price.
Sam Kittoe was caught between a wheel and a stone wall while unloading a dray at his father's home. He suffered a severe hip bruise and possible internal injuries. Initially thought minor, his condition worsened at night and he is under a physician’s care, expected to recover in a few days.
F H Ives of this city has been appointed by the local Elks lodge as a delegate to the Grand Lodge meeting in Denver Colorado on July 10. One delegate is chosen from each lodge and delegates from coast to coast will converge in Denver for the event. Delegates from here will assemble in Dubuque to start the journey via Illinois Train.
A special train will run from the western region to Omaha for the benefit and comfort of delegates. The trip is expected to be a pleasant event for all attendees and is described as a well-organized, enjoyable journey.
The Western Passenger association offers one and one third fare for round trips from all points within 75 miles of Galena for the June carnival. Tickets go on sale June 5 to 9 and are valid for return until June 11. Managers had sought a 100 mile radius but were refused. Many visitors are expected to use the deal.
A short reflection on nurturing kindly thoughts to draw positive outcomes. It suggests that thinking kindly links you to compassionate people and their supportive energy, making it easier to speak kindly and obtain happiness health and strength.
Y M C A officials F L Dawson and David Johnson will attend the Interurban conference in Rockford. The program includes noon and afternoon sessions on Foreign work Organization Boy's work and Business management. Evening session features The Newest Things. Local extension and wide outlook are noted. Summer steamer service between St Paul and St Louis to begin after school close with boats leaving Dubuque late June.
Diamond Jo steamers resume operation in June as the Sidney departs Dubuque for St Louis on June 2 and Clinton calls on June 4 at 5 PM. The vessel will return north from St Paul on June 6 with freight and passengers aboard.
The cool nights caused worry for tender garden plants but little frost was reported, with exposure areas showing minimal damage. Officials expect no further frosts and foresee good crops, especially strawberries plums and apples, barring future unforeseen harm.
Two women narrowly escaped tragedy when a horse drawing their buggy bolted after a local automobile approached. They were thrown to the road but were cared for by the auto driver and sustained no serious injuries. The buggy suffered minor damage. the horse was halted after a distance and the journey resumed.
A coroner's jury opened in Savanna to investigate the death of John McNarom of Payne Alabama who was killed in a box car Monday morning. The two men in the car with him were not identified in the readable text.
Time of the accident is Ben Lutz of Belleville Iowa. The injured man will probably live. The jury returned a verdict of accidental death for McNarom and exonerated the Burlington road from blame. Three witnesses were examined. evidence showed the train crew did not know sleepers were in the car and that the men were in a place they had no business.
A Clinton Herald note says the old City of Winona riverboat, once a Clinton packet, now serves as an excursion craft between Alton Chautauqua and Graton. The name W. W. honors Walter Wisherd, but locals say it stands for Water Wagon. Also mentioned is the Illinois Central pay car passing through town handing out wages to employees before moving on to Waterloo.
George L. Biesmann and H. B. Favor came back Monday evening from a week of fishing near Galena Junction. They have not yet told tales of their big catch, saying they need rest and food first, and promise entertaining stories for friends once recovered.
The Kaiser earns $3,925,000 yearly as king of Prussia yet nothing as German emperor. He also has vast private wealth from mines, fisheries and estates. Bavaria’s king receives $1,350,000, Saxony $875,000, Baden’s grand duke $400,000, and Russia’s czar $6,750,000, with grand dukes at $1,000,000 each. All hold additional royalties and perquisites beyond these salaries.
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