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Newspaper
Geneseo Republic
Location
Geneseo, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1912
Page
23
A lumbermen’s article argues building costs rose not from lumber prices but from added modern conveniences. It analyzes a $2,700.00 four-room house built in 1912 versus twenty years earlier, detailing basement excavation, heating, plumbing, bathrooms, kitchen cabinets, double floors, and ornate doors as major cost drivers.
Nahum J. Bachelder former New Hampshire governor and Grange grand master lauds President Taft in Concord. He emphasizes Taft’s square deal diplomacy and enforcement of laws for the welfare of common people, defending Taft against Roosevelt’s criticisms and highlighting conservation support.
Rural letters report snowbound roads delaying mail delivery and a surge in butter and eggs shipments. Mention of George Hattock John Nero and Will Collis in Geneseo, and Anna Reschkee visiting Edford relatives. McKinley rise praised with background on Urbana Champaign region politics and his Illinois career.
Bruce McMurray a Greenville township farmer was injured by a knife while assisting a boar during an operation. The blade penetrated his eye causing a serious wound and doctors at Princeton hospital hope to save the eye though several days will determine the outcome. He was brought to the hospital for treatment.
The author calls Taft a true Progressive who seeks to end privileged interests and make government truly representative. He argues reform can continue without breaking the Constitution or checks and balances and notes progress toward equal rights and reducing financial influence in government.
A promotional stitching of fashion appeals to women to view the Easter millinery display. It urges immediate inspection to see new effects and authentic information on wheat referenced in the fashion revelation. Milliners stand ready to advise and assist in hat selection.
Foulards offered in wide color range and widths 20 to 42 inches priced by the yard from 65 to 1.98. Peau de cygnes messalines satins serges and chiffon tafetas feature jacquard brocade and striped designs in spring shades.
A newspaper ad lists a great variety of dresses priced from 7.50 to 50.00 dollars. The offer highlights affordable fashion with multiple styles and sizes for quick sale in a local shop.
Variety of lace styles and shapes were included in a purchase, priced much less than usual at 2.76, 2.25 and 0.98 per yard. Black and white fabrics shown, with many designs available and prices noted.
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