24 Dec 1907
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Newspaper
Prescott Daily News
Location
Prescott, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1907
Page
1
Bank of Prescott markets itself as a strong local institution with large capital and conservative management. It emphasizes insured safety against burglars and bonded officers to reassure stockholders and customers.
John Lancaster of Prescott Hardware stabbed Lon Simpson a blacksmith in the stomach during a dance east of town. Simpson was treated and plans a Christmas visit. The mayor bans fireworks in fire districts tonight with police oversight and warns of consequences.
W B Orner secretary and treasurer of Prather Construction Co buys the majority interest in News Printing Co from H B McKenzie founder, giving Evans and Orner control while McKenzie retains editorial influence. Deal takes effect January 1 and Prescott becomes Prather HQ as the two men settled there.
In Little Rock on Christmas Eve Governor Pindall granted pardons to several convicts, including a man sentenced for second degree murder to 21 years. After family pleas and a moving scene at the Capitol, one prisoner was released to return to Crawford County with his wife and two sons awaiting the decision.
William Augustus Garland died suddenly at the Hotel Marion. Funeral services were held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday from Ruebel & Co. undertaking parlors with Rev. Forney Hutchison in charge.
The bank touts twelve years of operation and stable dividends to stockholders. It emphasizes prudent lending and invites deposits, promising fair treatment for all customers and urging readers to open an account or seek loans as needed.
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