Flowers And Plumes Prices At The Closest Buyer
A great variety on display with the latest designs at the lowest prices. Buyers are urged to inspect offerings and compare options before purchasing.
09 Jul 1896
Page 1
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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 09, 1896
Page
1
A great variety on display with the latest designs at the lowest prices. Buyers are urged to inspect offerings and compare options before purchasing.
R Silverstein and Colorado mountain resorts like Manitou Colorado Springs Tah a Springs and Glenwood attract local interest. Rail lines including Fort Worth and Denver City and Union Pacific advertise quickest routes to Colorado with connections at Fort Worth. A separate note in the issue mentions lumber prices from Remont Lumber Company and telegraph company notices, plus school board resolutions praising treasurer Barret and remarks on Shreveport developments and Epworth League activities.
The scene mentions Rev A S Luiz conducting services and a Press Day at the Chautauqua, with editor presence noted. It reports Wade Johnson and Jerry Thomas involved in a shooting incident resulting in fines and mentions Mayor Wednesday, Rev Lutz arrival, local welcomes for Mr Rudder and Mr id, and health notes from Pass Christian. It references political endorsements for Supreme Judge and district court seats and questions Gov Foster’s actions.
Kaithsville residents debate central market plans as mayor pushes development. Pleasant weather eases swelter with a cooler next morning and a notable five mile cycling win by Robt H Gill at a Texas meet. Roofs are a focus in city repairs with local contractor W B Weaver offering guaranteed shingles work.
A local ad lists six dozen men’s Negligee shirts at 50 cents each and ten dozen fancy Negligee slits at 50 cents. Topsy half hose in black and tan are offered in full regular makes. A vendor named Pete promotes items priced at 10 cents.
Fashion notes highlight striped and chetted dimities in sheer qualities with Persian mull and fine white goods. Sellers tout Nainsook checks and stripes as popular items for handmade white suits and summer ensembles.
Community buzzes over stock of goods described as in high demand with availability for lease. Shoppers seek items locally with claims of unmatched service and ease of access in the Hue area.
An old newspaper ad lists nickel plated German shears button hole embroidery pocket and manicure scissors. It advertises ladies leather belts gauze fans and a Premier shirt waist in assorted colors. Also offered is a 14k finish yellow ring a Holy Bible and other items with sale prices noted.
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