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Newspaper
Russiaville Observer
Location
Russiaville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1918
Page
11
Thomas F Sullivan of Kokomo is praised as a practical competent sanitary engineer shaping modern city progress. He handles hot water steam and heating systems in fine Kokomo dwellings and challenging buildings with reliable efficient work and a well stocked workshop and showroom.
The Seaward and Son Garage in Kokomo showcases a modern facility serving Howard county autoists. They offer Oldsmobile models with Seaward and Eikenberry as representatives, plus Hudson Six and Chevrolet, famed for value, design, power, and affordability. The shop emphasizes service, reasonable prices, comprehensive tires and supplies, and a top repair department, aiming to lead local auto trade and progress.
The Prosperity Edition lauds J Lyons and Son Kokomo as a premier clothing and haberdashery house offering complete men’s stock from Kuppenheimer and exclusive shirts ties hats hosiery and more. It highlights fair pricing and solid business ethics. It also profiles Elkins the Kokomo Chiropractor noted for rapid practice growth and excellent standing.
The passage lauds Mr. Lyons as a well known citizen noted for honesty and fair methods. It also commends his valued Kokomo establishment and his steady boosting for the home county.
The Blue Cross Drug Store in Kokomo under Mr. Graff is a twentieth century up to date establishment with a full line of dependable drugs Kodak department tobacco goods and stationery. The store fills prescriptions carefully carries Eastman Kodak products and features leading brands in medicine and proprietary remedies, supporting Kokomo as a growing trading center.
The Observer highlights Hurwick's Iron and Coal Co. of Kokomo as a major Howard County trader in iron junk wool hides and fur, with a coal yard at East Taylor Street and the Pennsylvania Railroad. The firm buys high prices, promotes conservation, and is praised for fair dealing and efficiency in serving Kokomo and county patrons.
Elkins reports the Kokomo chiropractor is considered a leading professional man in the section. He stays abreast of the times through wide reading and research after years of practice in his field.
The Russiaville Observer highlights Kenneth Rich of Kokomo as a leading funeral director and embalmer. He is praised for modern methods, especially embalming, and for handling large funerals with metropolitan equipment including a top auto hearse. His work earns trust across Howard County and surrounding counties.
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