Fair prepares to open with $720000 fund in view
President Harvey W. Scott reports progress on Portland exposition grounds with 120 workers and 60 horses. Three months remain to ready the grounds, Olmstead-inspired plans modified for cost efficiency, and state commissions ready to cooperate. Subscriptions total $320,000 locally plus $400,000 state funds. expected total Exhibit funds reach $720,000 with additional pledges. Authorities aim for a debt-free opening in May 1905 and ongoing support from U S states, Canada, and other sponsors.
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Harvey W. Scott
Lewin and Clark
Portland
Scott
Oscar Huber
Olmstead
Cominiasen
Pitonese Fh
St. Louis
United States
Waslington
Louisiana
Columbia
Dominion of
Not Worth a Takers Fim an Old Tale of Solder
An old proverb tale describes a tinker mending a pot and the peril of melted solder turning a workshop into a lake. It warns of impractical tools and warns readers about the dangers of careless work and waste.
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Rolier Monthly
None or Lots Phrase Echoes Banknote Debate
A fragmentary exchange appears to discuss money and value with phrases suggesting nothing or a great amount. The garbled lines hint at a view that no money is acceptable or that substantial funds are involved, but specifics remain unclear.
Clothing Sale Offers Deep Discounts on Coats and Vests
A local retailer announces a sale with 20 percent off regular prices bringing sale items to about half the competitor prices. Featured is a special lot of all wool men’s coats and vests with two tiers: one group valued at eight dollars will be sold around four dollars, and another valued six to twelve dollars priced at four dollars each.
Calico Fabrics at Special Reductions in Store
Readable lines advertise fabrics including calico at all grades and a good grade pereale. Zephyr ginghams in t2c grade and wide flannel fabrics. All summer dress goods offered at a special 20 percent reduction. Offers emphasize yardage and reduced prices.
Trains Bring Baptists to Atlanta for Union Convention
Special trains from across the United States and Canada bring thousands of Baptists to Atlanta for the annual Baptist Young People's Union convention. The Piedmont Park Auditorium hosts sessions with welcome addresses by Governor Terrell and Mayor Powell, as hotels fill and crowds arrive from major cities.
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Atlanta
The
Baptist Young Peoples’ Union
Norrow
United States
Canada
Itls Ereat Organization
Thin
Sly Lune
Piedmont Park
Oconeon
Terrell
Terrell, Extiorwetter
Candy Men’s Convention in Jettyobure Pa Continues
A local report notes the National Colfectionera Association convention in Jettyobure Pa will continue this weekend with Saturday events. Prominent figures are expected to attend.
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Candy Men's
Jettyobure
Joly
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National
Colfectionera’ Association
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Confectionery Trade Delegates Attend National Meeting
Representatives of the confectionery trade gather from Baltimore Cleveland New York Pittsburgh Cincinnati St Louis and many other cities across the country for a national meeting to discuss industry matters.
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Baltmore
Cleveland
New York
Pittsburg
Cincinnati
St. Louis
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