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Newspaper
Perry Advertiser
Location
Perry, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1899
Page
14
English French German Austrian suits new and in fancy patterns. Coats and vests up to date. Shave now propose to customers not to send away for tailoring. You pay for new goods only, savings of five dollars on tailor prices. Last opportunity to buy locally.
A clipped notice from P.O. Union New York invites travelers to pick up free samples as seasonal sales approach. The message highlights zero cost samples and cash savings as the season nears.
Property owners on the west side of First avenue along blocks 9 and 20 petitioned Perry Iowa to lay the sidewalk at the present surface grade and to make card walk four feet wide. Council grants the request and directs the sidewalk to be laid at the surface grade and widened to four feet while keeping other terms as in the previous resolution. Allen Baran, Mayor. H A Nasu, City Clerk.
The Perry Iowa city council grants a petition by north half Block 89 property owners to widen the sidewalk from five feet to four feet at the named street. The sidewalk construction remains governed by prior council resolutions and order. Allen Breed mayor and A Nasu city clerk sign the resolution.
The Perry Iowa city council orders the sidewalk on the west side of blocks 99 and 190 to be laid four feet wide instead of five feet as previously ordinance. The petition for this change has been granted and the council resolves to implement the reduced width sidewalk.
The Perry city council ordered the sidewalk abutting blocks 7 3 9 10 1d and 32 in Block 40 to be laid 4 feet wide instead of 5 as previously ordered. All other details follow the earlier council resolution. Mayor Allen Breed and City Clerk H A Nasu certify the action.
A local ad lists about six new and natty ladies shoes priced at $300 per pair, with styles not previously available at less than $9.50. Available in black and tan, in violand Russia leather, including single and double sizes.
Describes prime August picnics by Baptist and Christian groups at Osborne and Roberts Groves, a Catholic lawn social on Fourth Street, and Old Settlers gathering at Wise's Grove with hot weather affecting turnout. Announces Greater America Exposition electrical fountain show with flame and serpentine light effects over the lagoon, featuring a dancing figure and steam clouds as a highlight.
The C M and St P Ry announces a through first class sleeping car from Perry to Philadelphia with no car changes for G A E encampment travelers. It includes a visit to Gettysburg and time in Chicago, one hour en route, meals not included. Berth rate is 7.50 from Perry to Philadelphia or 3 each if two share. Contact agent Al Penry for details.
A fire at Stewart House began in an old upholstered chair in the laundry around 1 am when a kerosene rag burning sparked flames. Firemen arrived quickly, stopping the blaze from spreading to walls and ceiling. origin suspected as accidental or possible incendiary. Several girls escaped from upstairs rooms with only their clothes, and overall damage was limited despite prior fires at the hotel.
Perry's ball squad played three games last week and will tour eastern towns including Tama and Marion before passing through on their way to Sioux City next Sunday. They return for two home games. initial plan calls for Car roll opening, with Woodward and several South Dakota clubs joining later. In recent games Robinson reached his 61st appearance in the box, with Montevideo and Glencoe opposition detailed.
The Milwaukee line offers a round trip excursion to Sioux City on August 20 from Perry. Depart 5 30 a.m. arrive 10 45 a.m. return 6 p.m. at $2 25. Attractions at Riverside Park include Edison phonograph pictures moving pictures and vaudeville. Baseball championship game Plandreau Indian Club vs Perry Town Club. Grand stand 25 cents.
Anyone desiring a top quality sewing machine can order a high grade machine with drop cabinet finished antique oak or walnut. Full nickel plated trimmings. Drop cabinet 20 dollars double folding doors 16 dollars. Factory guarantee 20 years. I can order any sewing supplies and offer good discounts.
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