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Newspaper
Las Vegas Age
Location
Las Vegas, Nevada, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1940
Page
3
The O K Plumbing and Sheet Metal Works at 205 South First street with phone 244 is praised for improving local health and sanitation. Manager Mr S P James is highlighted as a confident, public-spirited businessman with deep expertise in heating and plumbing.
G A Fletcher and R F Pavley are experienced plumbing engineers offering cost savings and home comforts. They invite estimates and collaboration for timely, courteous service. Located at 1020 Fremont.
The Boulder Drug Co at 121 Fremont offers a full line of tonics perfumes and sundries with prompt telephone and mail orders. Owner C L Gambill runs a modern store known for cheerful service and a complete stock of pure medicines and druggists sundries.
McGarvie Plumbing at 625 West Fourth offers quality reliable service in Southern Nevada. Don McGarvie emphasizes modern business education and practical experience, promising guaranteed work and personal attention. Call 232 for your plumbing needs.
The Vegas Auto Body Works at 50612 Fremont Street is described as a premier auto rebuilding business with growing patronage. Proprietor C. W. Rothfelter is noted as an expert, and the ad emphasizes the value of a well maintained car for appearance and resale.
National Ice Co. is praised as a firm founded on truth and fair dealing. Manager Charles Dimock led the company toward substantial community growth, with sustained customer satisfaction and broad business volume. Address listed as 230 South Main.
Busy local housewives value Troy Steam Laundry for relieving housework drudgery and saving money. Under Otis Smith, at 123 North Main, the shop uses modern machinery to deliver whiter clothes, earning praise for its service and the proprietor’s leadership.
Ronzone's at 219 Fremont street earns a reputation for integrity and reliability. Its departments stay stocked with current styles and exclusive looks at reasonable prices, highlighting Mrs. Bertha Ronzone's long and successful leadership and vision.
The Service Cleaners at 119 South Main offers rapid complete dry cleaning for out-of-town customers. They use the latest process to restore faded garments to like-new condition, handling all classes of dry cleaning for men and ladies with careful attention to delicate dresses and knits, praised by the community for good service and efficiency.
James H. Down Sr. is heralded for 17 years of service supplying Las Vegas with honest economical transportation. Known statewide as an outstanding auto man, he ensures customers receive satisfactory transportation. The James H. Down Studebaker Co. on 131 South Main is recognized as a leading Las Vegas automobile firm.
The Las Vegas J C Penney store at 319 Fremont is among the 1600 Penney’s locations created over 37 years. Manager H Perry leads a trained staff ready to assist with courteous service and a constantly refreshed stock to meet public demand.
Ray Lundys Garage offers complete brake inspection with honest advice. Expert care, reasonable prices, and dependable service at 108 North Third Street, warning that misaligned axles can cause fire wear and danger.
The Las Vegas Liquor Store presents a complete stock of high quality goods and courteous service. Manager George Markich is a keen student of liquors for all seasons and events, guiding selections for formal dinners and informal house parties. Readers are urged to visit before hosting parties.
Mr Sebastian Mikulich owner and operator of the Las Vegas Tonopah Reno Stage lines has offered daily mail service between Las Vegas and Reno. The writer lauds the bus schedule and comfort while noting the infancy of the line and hope for growth and future jobs from the new organization.
Vegas Cleaning Works in Las Vegas showcases complete cleaning services across all branches. Located at 115 North Main, they promise sanitary garment renovation using modern machinery and delicate fabric handling to achieve fresh, odorless results and stylish finishes. Mr. Cliff Leonard earns commendation for the business.
This excerpt introduces a tribute edition by AGE reporter Edward Beck detailing Las Vegas as a living community enriched by nature and history. It highlights leadership in commerce mining and industry, inviting readers to explore stories meant to inform and save money, noting multiple leaders in some classifications.
A feature on the Las Vegas Baking Co at 400 South Second praising its clean, modern plant and sanitary bakery methods. Owned by Carl Rau the business is lauded for nutritive breads and pastries made with fresh lard and milk as a fitting meal supplement.
Garehime Music Co at 1001 Stewart is the authorized distributor for Hammond organ Novacord in Clark and Lincoln counties Washington county Utah and San Bernardino county California. They offer Baldwin Chickering and Gulbranson pianos plus band and orchestra instruments and promise best market prices and latest styles. Mr J W Garehime receives praise for the store and tuning and repairing services are urged for readers.
J T Watters Co at 120 North Second Street promotes legal liquor sales after repeal. The firm markets fine liquors cigarettes and fountain supplies and aims to lead Southern Nevada wholesale distribution with renowned brands.
Prominent architect and structural engineer A J Fleming of the Boggs Building is commended for extensive city service in Las Vegas. He designed plans for numerous homes and buildings in the territory and oversees construction to ensure adherence to specifications. He also leads in civic duties, earning recognition for his leadership.
Nevada Beverage Co led by Harry Purser supports Southern Nevada retailers with a large delivery fleet and steady supply. The firm highlights Coors Beer and top national liquor brands, claiming strong service and increasing patronage to all surrounding territory.
Citizens of Las Vegas and Clark County pay public acknowledgment to George Marshall for his distinguished record as Justice of the Peace. The article notes heightened scrutiny of public officeholders and praises Marshall’s proven personal attributes and service.
S. C. Rasmussen operates as a able contractor serving Las Vegas with a focus on beautiful, practical homes. Located at 324 North Sixth, he emphasizes expert building crews and first class materials, promising well-planned homes and high-quality execution to prospective clients.
The article lauds Viola Burns as City Clerk, praising her honesty, straightforward administration, and efforts toward prosperity. It highlights her remarkable understanding of city matters and notes she has one of the finest records among women serving the public. The piece credits her for achievements and expresses editorial admiration.
Las Vegas Laundry markets itself on thorough cleaning, using ivory soap and modern machinery to deliver smooth, well pressed garments. It emphasizes sanitary methods and aims to please all customers with quick turnaround and reasonable prices, inviting patrons to call 42 or drop bundles at 701 South First Street.
The Oppedyke Dairy on the Salt Lake highway is praised for high quality milk produced under strict sanitary and veterinary supervision. It offers a public refrigeration locker service for perishables, described as a regional first, with Lambert Van Dermeer cited for community efforts.
El Rio Garage in Las Vegas at 131 North Second Street touts superior service and skilled mechanics. It promises complete repairs using modern machinery with no estimates, only actual final figures, and wishes continued success to Pat Clark and the shop.
A tribute to Las Vegas Mayor John L. Russell praises his determined bearing and readiness for executive duties. It cites his capable handling of the city’s industrial and financial pressures and notes his extensive time commitments to city matters and state functions.
Coca Cola Bottling Co of Las Vegas markets its year round beverage and stresses purity and quality. Trucks service retail establishments as the plant expands to double the floor space, signaling the drink’s popularity and ongoing investment in the Las Vegas area.
Men who know machines with years of training provide perfect service at Nick's Garage. Located at 716 Stewart street, telephone 769, the shop offers expert repairs from minor fixes to complete overhauls under J. H. Nickeloides. The garage maintains low service charges while delivering full power restoration for automobiles.
The Clark County county clerk office under Lloyd S Payne is praised for flawless record keeping from marriage licenses to meeting minutes. His organization and staff leadership keep all departments connected and serve the public efficiently. The acknowledgement honors his public service and requests continued support from residents.
The county assessor's office is vital to funding government and property owners may appeal valuations. Frank C. DeVinney, serving as County Assessor, has earned public approval for his serious approach and thorough study of county taxation, applying findings to benefit all residents.
Ferguson Apparel Shop at 105 Fremont serves Southern Nevada women with a fashion center for ladies and misses. The staff, students of fashion, offer personalized, non pushy service to help choose becoming garments. The store emphasizes lasting customer care and up to date styles. Mrs Inez Ferguson leads a shop famed for its wide patronage and prominent community status.
Emerald Isle Copper Co stands as a major Nevada employer paying substantial state taxes. The publication lauds its efforts to improve conditions for employees and local business, crediting Arden C. Chase as a key leader advancing both company and regional interests.
Hon Roger Foley is praised for his long service on the Clark County bench. The deposition notes his importance to county justice, his broad life experience, and his tolerant, fair approach to cases.
Boulder Trust Co emphasizes enduring, quality service to lawyers, corporations, and trusts. The firm highlights its founding ideal of public faith, year-round reliability, and its role in corporate financing, organization of corporations, and as resident or statutory agents in Las Vegas.
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