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Newspaper
Perry Advertiser
Location
Perry, Iowa, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1899
Page
4
A fragmented excerpt recalls a 19th century stage scene where attendees cheered the humorist while Aman, a famed restaurant keeper, enjoyed a booming business between acts. The text also notes sensational Japanese advertisements and rival claims, including a boastful Kanazawa figure promising instant love for a dollar.
A catalog style notice lists chorus recitation solos and song parts including Jack and Jit by 25 voices with performers Mildred Andrews Hazel Hoblett Zoe Rungen and groups such as Sousa's Band and various solo and choir pieces.
An advance hum of town life notes warm days inviting outdoor study and school close. The Monday Club met with Mrs. Lane. Henry, TV and the Bible occupied time pleasantly. An old students social at Perry Normal College drew about 120 people despite bad weather, with cake and joy noted.
Notice of annual Elks reunion in St Louis with first class travel and $2 round trip surcharge. Tickets on sale June 19 and 24 with return by June 24 1997. extension option via Detroit agents. Also mentions cheap rates to California and Northwest, with contact BC Morris, agent, for details.
The French Mediterranean squadron of six vessels fired 330 shells at a wooden ship near Toulon, two miles range, before setting her on fire and sinking her. The display, witnessed by marine M Lockroy, was not considered very satisfactory.
Fragmented notices report W Martin Brennan ailing while Lenihan family illness continues. A court case with John Maisery stock sale drags on. Minneapolis and St Louis lines announce a cheap excursion to St Paul. Job offer seeks a man with rig for Egyptian Poultry Compound and Insect Killer. Various shipping and ad items appear with scattered details.
The latest jal dress gowns favor pannier silhouettes with flaglike trimming and matching boleros. Fabrics include guipure lace and silk lined with satin or velvet, often heavily embroidered with pearls crystals and stones. A chic use of large plaid steamer rug blankets appears in a cream and lime yellow check, cut into a latte edged sack coat with fringe.
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