Proctor Knott Tells Rabbit Tale Over Sampson Schley Debate
Ex Governor Proctor Knott recounts a story of a rabbit he once took from a boy during a hunt. The tale is used to pivot a debate over credit for the victory at Santiago. A Danville professional gentleman argued Sampson deserved all honor, but Knott's joke defuses the dispute and shifts topic.
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Louisville
Proctor Knott
Danville
Sampson
Schley
Cevera
Santiago
Ewentleman
Admiral Sampson
Commadon Schley
W. K. Henderson Iron Works Expands Fast in North Louisiana
The firm explains its rapid growth through prompt service, courteous treatment, and reasonable prices. It claims the best foundry in North Louisiana and the best machinery at west prices, focusing on patron advantages and applying attentive business practices.
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W. K. Henderson Iron Works
W. K. Hender
Iron Works
Louisiana
Well Paid Authors Across Time and Royalties
The article lists famed writers and their earnings from books, poems, columns, and royalties. It cites Conan Doyle, Ruskin, Browning, Ian Maclaren, Anthony Hope, Zola, Tennyson, Moody, Rudyard Kipling, Mrs. Humphrey Ward, Rider Haggard, and Alphonse Daudet with specific sums for novels, stories, poems, and magazine work.
Cotton Growers Meeting Called by Hon H C Stringfellow
Hon H C Stringfellow vice president of the Louisiana Cotton Growers Union calls a meeting of Louisiana cotton growers on the 15th instant at his port. Prof W C Stabbs Major J G Lee and other state figures are expected. The Four Cent Cotton issue and farmer relief are under discussion as The Progressive hopes for a large gathering. Jack the Ripper is said to be in New York pursuing his bloody path.
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H. C. Stringfellow
Louisiana Cotton Growers’ Union
W.C. Stabbs
J G. Lee
Tron
Charles Schules
Jack, the Ripper
New York
Gotham
London
Confectionery and Grocers Offer Fresh Goods Daily
A local shop advertises fresh candies cakes and oysters in any style plus fish game nuts and party supplies. George Kerry operates on Texas Avenue offering custom orders and seasonal treats. Also noted are historical references to visitors and cultural figures and a planned lecture tour by Tan Maclaren with health-related rest.
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George Kerry
Texas Avenue
Weaks and Walters Lead Shreveport Retail Family
Weaks and Walters are the leading retail family and grocers in Shreveport, described as the town’s top family in local commerce. The note highlights their prominence in groceries and community standing, reflecting the era’s business landscape.
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Weaks & Walters
Shreveport
The Retail Grocers of Shreveport Promise Low Prices
A Shreveport grocery firm proclaims its mission to offer the freshest goods at the lowest prices. The ad pledges prompt delivery and a wide selection, aiming to be the leading retail grocer in the city.
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Shrevepeis
Shreveport
Local Market Prices and Goods Report for November
The market notes cotton grades from good middling to low midline plus staple items like flour sugar and molasses. Prices list per 100 pounds and per sack, including patent flour and crackers, with bagging and baling materials quoted for sale.</s>
Cotton market cries out for fair prices and better terms
A Shreveport seller pleads for fair cotton prices and retail buyers this September, asserting experience and global reach. He warns against exclusive buying power and urges country merchants to ship cotton or groceries directly to him to lock a fair market price and avoid losses.
Tailor Service Promises Quick, Thorough Garment Care
W B Ogilvie advertises expert tailoring and practical cleaning and dyeing services. Customers are urged to send in fall suits for retouching with prompt attention for samples or country orders. The CSA Popular Price Texas stoppe TM.
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Greece
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