Treat Variety Prices Defy Closest Buyer
A note highlights a treat variety offered at exceptionally low prices, urging readers to not miss the latest designs at the lowest costs. The message emphasizes affordability and timely deals.
18 Jun 1896
Page 1
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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1896
Page
1
A note highlights a treat variety offered at exceptionally low prices, urging readers to not miss the latest designs at the lowest costs. The message emphasizes affordability and timely deals.
Store advertises numerous items at low prices including Babinet Bars parasols and throat hose with discounts. Offers five dozen Babinet Bars and fifty pieces de Blosching parasols, touting extreme low prices and a sale on remaining stock.
Shreveport considers a proposal to erect a $200,000 cotton mill with the company taking $125,000 in stock and citizens providing $75,000. The plan, shared by Mr. Meyer, aims to attract foreign capital and boost local industry. Also note the death of Dr. Samuel Furman of the city after a long illness.
Fragmentary note advocates a silver standard and calls for a center position of honest silver men. The text emphasizes independence from other nations and pride in a monetary policy, reflecting historical debates on currency.
The Caucasian reports delegates selected to vote at the Chicago convention with districts naming Vic Manberet, Thes Duffy, Peter Murrell, L. H. Marrero, and others. It notes the tariff split between revenue with protective coinage and a gold standard, with minority views supported by Theodore Wilkinson. The program includes school performances and remarks on local students, including Miss Sarah Barron Davis.
A local shop advertises 95 dozen men’s Negligee shirts of good quality at 50 cents each and 10 dozen Noelace shirts priced at 75 cents. The deal highlights value for formal wear with ample stock and clear pricing.
An advertisement for Pawnrness labeled night robes aims to attract buyers with assurances of comfort and fit, highlighting the product as a reliable choice in sleepwear. The copy emphasizes pleasing style and practical wear for potential customers browsing in a period retail page.
A vintage classified item promoting white goods the shop makes a specialty of. It highlights Nainsook fabrics, striped and checked dimities in sheer qualities, Persian mulls in sheer white, and affordable prices around 25 cents. The tone is promotional and product centered.
Local shop promotes its stock of laces and embroideries as the town’s best choice. It claims to satisfy every customer with superior selection and service.
An assortment of small goods and accessories offered at low prices. Nickel plated German shears, embroidery scissors, and leather belts. Gloria silk umbrella and Premier shirt waists in various colors. Gauze fans and gem pins advertised, plus a solid gold ring in 14k finish. Prices range from 14 to 50 cents.
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