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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1898
Page
12
Clothing hats furnishings and shoes advertised with daily arrivals of latest styles. Sums up selection as best in the state with money back if unsatisfactory. Encourage patrons to call before making purchases to see new stock and popular makes.
In Shreveport four weddings occurred by Wednesday night. Tuesday afternoon united Eugene Perrancel of New Orleans and Mary Jackson at the bride’s brother Walter Jackson’s home. Mary is related to several local families and esteemed in society. Perrancel works at the New Orleans Custom House and is connected to C E Perrancel, parish treasurer. The Progress wishes the couple long happiness and continued prominence in business and society.
At the Florsheim home in Shreveport a joyous wedding took place with refined ceremony conducted by Rev. Dr. I. Saenger. Miss Carrie Florsheim became Mrs. Harry M. Weil, daughter of prominent North Louisiana merchant H. Florsheim.
The First Presbyterian Church hosted the wedding of W. F. Corbin of Kansas City and Catherine Hamilton of Shreveport with a large crowd in attendance. The groom’s unknown to the Progress, a second romance followed with James Murray and Mabel McFarlin, both of Shreveport, described as hopeful and brave.
J R Chandler transfers West half of Southwest quarter section 11 township 23 range 15 to D J Evans. A Baldwin transfers lots 3 and 2 3rds of lot 9 in J B Allen subdivision section 10 township 17 range 14 totaling 66 2 3 acres. Also South half of Northeast quarter and Northwest quarter of Northeast quarter of section 7 township 17 range 14 for 15000 dollars. Roland Jones transfers 32 acres in Northeast quarter section 35 township 18 range 14 to J L Talbot for 2600 dollars.
Community members are urged to discuss life insurance options with W C Agurs a general agent for Mutual Life of Kentucky. The outreach emphasizes policy benefits and personalized coverage guidance from the local agent.
OC Hicks is urged to handle your non tariff work promptly. This notice stresses reliable service from a known local contact and hints at expedited processing for matters labeled non tariff.
Advertises special inducements for April and May to spend time at Hynson's Springs. Directs readers to contact C. J. Randall in Shreveport or Marfa, Texas for terms. Notes Sunset Limited schedule changes with departures Chicago to San Francisco on Tuesdays after April 12 and San Francisco to Chicago on Thursdays after April 7, with seasonal discontinuations Eastbound April 7 and Westbound May 3, resuming in Fall.
The report notes Mr James Heffner is bedbound with a broken rib while nearby fishermen celebrate a jubilee of catches. The contrast highlights community concern and local leisure.
Akimoto's Royal Yedo Japanese Troupe appears at Park View Theater Monday night to open the Summer season in a commodious hall. Refreshments will be available but intoxicants will not be served under any consideration.
Citizens express weary frustration at daily notices about Caddo and Trelevant Rifles drilling and readiness. The public craves relief from recurring war updates as soldiers remain on alert.
Frank Seerwich offers fresh oysters in any style with choice meals around the clock. The restaurant is unmatched with no saloon ties and the hotel is modern and well furnished. A popular resort for ladies and gentlemen, it provides the best guest attention and moderate terms. Proprietor Frank Seerwich.
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