25 Apr 1886
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Newspaper
Springfield Globe Republic
Location
Springfield, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1886
Page
1
A long, fragmented 19th or early 20th century page mixes an Owen Brothers clothing store promotion with lively market claims and prices for suits hats and boy's clothing. It includes lists of local customers and merchants, society notes, and wandering headlines about Lent, fashion, and social events in Sprightville and Springfield, with numerous names and places.
A reported nighttime theft at Abettefontaine describes a man named Cotter struck by a watch snatch while near a wagon to a settlement. The assailant fled as bystanders chased through nearby streets, and a piano believed valuable was left behind. authorities seek information and identify suspects tied to the disturbance.
John W Bookwalter discussed his anticipated trip abroad during a recent interview. He plans to visit New York first, then Nebraska, with stops in Europe and desires to see Felinuts and Wantumeton, aiming to return in about three weeks. He expresses interest in European art, collecting pieces, and expanding his private collection while noting how climate and travel affect his plans.
A fragmented report from a secret society meeting describes plans for a parade and events in Champion City Division No. 44, mentions new uniforms, and notes a heavy schedule of installations, entertainments, and degree work. It also covers court cases, lodge activities, and local social updates with multiple named individuals and orders.
A fragmentary reminiscence describes John T. Norris in 1879 West Virginia as he narrates an audacious cave entrapment and a pursuit linked to a Kentucky crime. Investigators trace his path to Elk River near Civil War camps while detailing daring escapes and tense rituals of a rough frontier.
The retailer touts a vast Spring 1886 stock of men and boys clothing, promising finest to cheapest options. Gents' suits for business or everyday wear are described as well-made, in durable wool, with fashionable cuts and elegant trimming, priced at $10.00. Parents are invited to view offerings.
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