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Newspaper
Newton Record
Location
Newton, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1895
Page
7
Our Spring Attractions are arriving as we prepare for a large spring and summer trade. We thank our friends for liberal patronage last year during which business was strong. We plan to divide profits with customers and continue fair prices on all dry goods.
Fragmentary note lists styles and goods including flannels and pique fabric. Mentions purchasing options and attractive deals without clear names or dates. Indicates a focus on quality fabrics and price as a buying cue.
Unreadable ad copy promises New Spring Silks for studies and children's wear with a purse friendly line. It hints at Derby curls in beautiful styles and wigs for men and women with affordable pricing.
The Times announces a new interlining called Chamois for ladies dresses and touts a substantial January sale. It highlights deep reductions on winter cloaks blankets underwear and hosiery to clear stock and attract bargain seekers.
Walter Davis spent Sunday with his mother at Colfax. Colfax visitors include Mrs. Lizzie Hunter from Des Moines and Major Hogin’s funeral attendance. Drake University students Belle Lambert and Mary Mershon in Newton. Misses Chenoweth joining Misses Lock Kapple. Gray mornings and city social events. The paper notes weddings, birthdays, travels to Chicago and Des Moines, wool shipments, oil supplies to Kellogg, and planned amateur entertainment as Newton keeps pace with nearby towns.
Money savers offer a range of items including watches coal wells services and jewelry. Westbrook’s advertises a $10 gold watch while Jasper & Sons promote diamonds and Westbrook’s broad stock. J E Bennett markets well drilling services and D J Eberhart supplies coal hay and corn with full stock notes.
In the Ladies' Paper column, residents from Oskaloosa and surrounding towns are mentioned traveling to Iowa City and Des Moines. Names include Sam Miles, Mrs McLathan, Mrs Geo Bin, J. W. McLaughlin, Ozell, Mrs E W Nash, and Miss Ruth Carpenter. Social visits, church work, and local business moves are noted amid a string of brief city gossipy items. Major Hogin is recalled with funeral notices and community respect.
A requester reports a lost black horse harness and a white cutter near the corner square Saturday night. Please respond with any information or returns.
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