A Rustler and Hustlers of Shreveport Land Deals
The Progress reports Howard Cole and the Shreveport Land and Investment Company as hustlers promoting West Shreveport and Tuxedo Park. They tout cheap lots, temporary attractions, and expect street car lines, while local jewelers Hutchinson & Hart display an art goods showroom. An excursion to Texarkana draws 600 residents on a low fare. April district court convened with Judge Land, grand jury names listed, amid optimism for Shreveport’s growth and prudence.
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Howard Cole
Shreveport Land and Investment Company
West Shreveport
Tuxedo
Tuxedo Park
Lus Progurss
Messrs
Hutchinson & Hart
W. D. Tusten
Shreveport
Judy A. D. Land
Envi
Taylor
J. M. Fly
J. W. Palmer
H. Bodenheimer
W. A. Ellett
Eugene Kendrick
J. M. Newby
Levi Cooper
Geo. F. Nieli
L. H. Templeman
R. C. Bouey
H. Worthing
W.R. Her
J. C. Jones
Juedi Hoss
A.F. Hall
R. J. Besird
Bicycles and Bicyclists A Public Menace
The Progress decries indiscriminate bicycling as a public menace on city streets. It cites speed, noiseless movement, and unruly novices as hazards to horses, vehicles, and pedestrians. It urges mayor and council to protect horse riders and non biking traffic while noting support for cycling clubs. It also notes a North Louisiana Agricultural Society meeting announcement and excursion details.
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The
Progress
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Shreveport Progress
Shreveport
North Louisiana Agricultural Society
Kahn Dry Goods Announces Linen Goods Household Purposes Sale
The store proclaims a policy of offering the newest and most seasonal items while promising great value across a large assortment of goods. This week they highlight a surprise in Linen Goods for Household Purposes with table damask offered at special prices.
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Apalle Woods
Linen and Damask Textile Prices from Local Vendor
A list of linen and damask fabrics with varied finishes and widths, including Bleached De Wille, Bleached Dams, Turkey Red Damask, and Half Bleached Damask. Prices range from 33 cents to 65 cents per yard, with many items advertised as regular sale prices or regular prices varying by item and cloth type.
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Turkey
The Buddhist Idol Counting Prank in Calcutta
In the Gentleman's Magazine excerpt two Englishmen attempt to count Buddhist idols in a temple street in Calcutta. They find the task impossible as the figures seem to move, only to discover a Frenchman sitting among the statues, resembling a jolly fat Buddha, ruining their illusion of superstition.
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Hojo
Ko M
Tsay
Gentleman's Magazine
Were They Pinkertons Shreveport’s Suspect Arrests Stir Debate
A Shreveport newspaper defends four New Orleans men arrested as suspicious characters amid a tense clash over civil liberties and local police actions. The piece questions media labeling, defends due process, and warns about vigilantism and civic unrest sparked by alleged unlawful arrests tied to talot and immigration concerns.
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Shreveport
Orleana
Irem
Tyne
Sarevepoct
Teezevant
Mr. Trezevant
Aniel Nelson
Buck Bradley Sells Bicycles and Repairs at Market Street
On Wheels they offer bicycles for sale or rent and repair services. A fine wheel praised as graceful and swift is available for two bits. Buck Bradley advertises guns pistols locks keys and bicycle repair, located at 413 Market Street behind Dreyfuss.
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Buck Bradley
Buck
Market Street
Beck of Dreyfuss
Gala Day Outing for Four States Promises Fun
A gala event is planned for Friday featuring barbecue, barbeued meats and music. Participants from Arkansas Texas Louisiana and Moorings Port will join in a joint barbecue and chin music event with a prize likely for the best item.
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Pepe
Arkansas
Texas
Louisiana
Joont Barbene
Mooringsport
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Texarkana
G. BR. RK
Yexarkana
Mary
North Louisiana
Agricultural Speciety
Kahn Dry Goods CO
Pinkertons
Tecailas
Texa
Shraycroft
Erresta
Aly
Nelson
A. Dewsey
Caivar
Othees
Suen
Giddy
Arkansias
Wahrsys
bouSstantoy Aeengies
Market St
J. Dambly
Texas Street
Lucey
Nou
Boads
Gles
Old Canning Factory
West End Wood Yard
J. H. Stephens
Fust
Kaeter
Jordan & Booth
the Progress
Altho
Acme Cycle” Company
J. N. Rosate
Produce & Commission
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Pexay
Charles Stover
Vexas Avenue
TJ. Leyton
Mosaic
Fannin Street
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