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The Progress in Shreveport, Louisiana

28 Aug 1897

Page 26

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The Progress

Location

Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1897

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Victory Bicycle Offered in Parish Lady Contest

The Progress announces a contest to award a Victor Bicycle from the Overman Wheel Co to the most popular young lady in Caddo parish. Votes tallied each Thursday at 6 pm under local supervision. A ballot-box at 203 Milam street ensures fair play and the bicycle is on display for inspection.

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Caddo Parish Our Parish ProGer Devil Overman Wheel Company Chicopee Falls Mass Louisiana Cycle Company Limited Milam Street Emile Kaliski Overman Wheel Co Victor Bi No Overman Webl Co

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Progress beyere Contest Stands in Parish Ride

The second count in the Progress bicycle contest was held Thursday at 5 pm with new favorites entering. Daring girls and young women are now vying for the lead as Miss Martin Helpman en Marcovitz and others are listed among top contenders. Any eligible parish girl may join, except relatives of staff.

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Hira Styne Léqj Martin Helpman Marcovitz Julia Plorster Amelia Rigdons Arthur Kine Pullos Josie Carter Carrie Kahn Allie Reel Carter Lucille Kahn Mechanics Exchange H. Livmas Tony Faunt Shreveport Mahlen & Leverett Texas St. Pelephone J.d.pace B. H. Gardner Marshall St Brewers Art Store Clarks M. K. Clark Texas Street

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