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Newspaper
Graettinger Times
Location
Graettinger, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1914
Page
3
A fragment from a 19th century style newspaper shows subscription terms and ad notes. It mentions poetry readings, display notices, and an announcement that Tom Nivison is a candidate for sheriff in Emmet County, tied to a republican primary election decision.
A fragmented Wednesday to Tuesday report notes attendance at Ness matters and a Des event. Mentions Spencer Horn Carl Lil and a small group from the company, with travel and weather phrases scattered throughout the clipping.
Mrs Holmes, awake to two strange lights, watched as many feet moved under lantern glow. Neighbors gathered at the Holmes home for a warm send off. Mr and Mrs Holmes and daughter Ferne depart for a new home near Hoping with good will from all who knew them.
A controversial fashion critique by a Minnesota editor describes reactions to women’s dress, noting a real furred dress and public display on street corners. The writer vows to seek changes, mentioning Battle Lake and plans to contact Senator Knute Nelson in Washington.
Citizens of Graettinger Iowa are called to vote on Monday March 30 1914 for a mayor five aldermen one assessor and one treasurer. Dated Graettinger Iowa March 3 1914 3 5 D W Cameron Mayor.
In 1775 the earliest known sewing machinery attempt is noted, with a patent awarded in England to Charles B. Welsenthal. The source reflects a historical lesson about judicious learning and progress, citing the 18th century context.
A fragment summarizes a discussion about middle age with references to frames and a soda water dip. The text is unclear and contains garbled phrases. No clear persons organizations places events or dates are identified.
The store promotes its modern waist department on the second floor, boasting one of the largest waist sections in the city, larger than Emmetsburg. It invites customers to view the assortment and promises a guided tour of the department.
Large extensions on the first floor create separate departments for Buttons Trimmings Ribbons Corsets Gloves Hose Patterns Notions Underwear and Piece Goods The Grocery Department is greatly enlarged offering a complete variety of roomy well stocked departments
Having equipped our Rug and Drapery Department with modern goods we offer a wide range of tapestries wool fabrics axministers wilton velvets colonial velvets couch covers draperies portiers shades door mats and a complete rug and drapery shop.
A new spacious rest room in Emmetsburg offers a library table, free stationery, magazines, and a comfortable waiting area for women and children. An adjacent up-to-date wash room provides towels, combs, and brushes. The facility, funded by local merchants, welcomes all ladies and children whether they buy or not.
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