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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1898
Page
7
Official notice in the Alliance journal lists time periods of one year six months and three months as standard terms. No additional context or actions are provided in the fragment.
The note expresses hope that the war will not interfere with upcoming Chautauqua arrangements, underscoring public interest in continuing planned events despite global conflict.
A bold wartime line proclaims that every American boy will feel mighty weight when faced with a Spanish soldier, signaling resolve and potential combat readiness amid growing tensions.
A fragmentary quote laments growing disability and antiwar sentiment. It questions the limits of American soldiers' chivalry under a Weylerist era tone, referencing the Maine and a halt to conflict as a battle cry.
A humorous note reflects how many boys and men avoided fights by pleading parental or wifely interference, with the editor joking that he has relied on both excuses to dodge conflicts. The snippet captures a lighthearted, self-deprecating tone.
Statement declares a war exists due to Spanish treachery and cruelty after the Maine explosion that killed 266 crewmen, asserting peace would have prevailed otherwise.
Opinion argues the Hull war measure is a cheap political ploy rather than an emergency action. It contends the stance echoes Republican sentiment and reflects General Grosvenor's expressed spirit, suggesting political maneuvering over necessity.
A debate over Civil War policy features a harsh taunt against Democrats. The speaker accuses Republicans of aiming to wage war on partisan lines and questions the need for presidential approval of volunteer officers. The speaker insists officers be elected by soldiers without outside approval, condemning opposition as hypocritical.
Neighborhood notes recount small events from Monday to Wednesday. Jimmie Jones stumps his toe, Henry and Alfred argue over marbles, a wasp prompts investigation, Jennie and Mary quarrel over a doll dress, Sammie brags to a perambulator, a nine year old girl is told she is old enough to have company, Sibyl refuses to acknowledge William’s polite bow, and Samford aged 12 drills for a long period before four o'clock Wednesday.
The article recounts a neighborly proposal to Maude with a wooden gun after Weyler’s supposed subduing. A five year old, Sadie, burns herself on curling tongs. Bobbie is punished with a slipper for testing water pressure. Tommie threatens self harm over Susie going to Sunday school with Frank. Friday is described as hot with a noisy nursery and swaying shade trees.
A reader reported that Texas Street will be paved before next Christmas but The Progress will not stand responsible for it.
The city gears up for a major Labor Day celebration by the Trades Union with an elaborate program and a parade described as a blend of festal pageantry and enterprise. Business districts will close, railroads offer reduced rates, and residents are urged to attend with family and partake in a broad community display.
For sale entire stock of Lee Show Case Company including finished and unfinished showcases, moulding and bent glass materials. Also 3 carpenters benches. Store for rent apply to E J Kassel agent for Nerth Lodge No 21 814 Texas avenue Milam street.
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