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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1898
Page
4
J. S. Davis of Holyoke Massachusetts argues against alarm over the cotton mill shift to the South. He proposes boosting flax cultivation and linen production by idle Northern mills as an alternative industry.
The Progress article on misconduct by both girls and boys at Salvation Army meetings has been broadly endorsed. Indignation rises against the culprits and a determination to stop the misbehavior is declared by the community.
A Victorian moral essay extols modesty for women while condemning immodest public behavior. It contrasts the appealing sight of neat, modest women with the repulsive impression caused by women whose conduct provokes unfavorable criticism and shames modest behavior. The piece notes that such displays are not rare among young girls and women.
The piece defends modest behavior by American women, distinguishing true queenship from loud conduct. It argues gentle salutes honor worthy women like Miss or Mrs Womanly Modesty, contrasting public immodesty with respect and chivalry in social rites.
Prices reduced to attract students for day and night school offerings. Three months day term at 20 dollars, three months night school 15 dollars, arithmetic and penmanship 7.50 dollars. Special rates for short-hand and type-writing. First ten to enroll receive these introductory rates. Come at once to enroll. Orrin D Dickson.
Our old friend Mr D R Lyon has been in the city greeting old friends and recreating. He has served as principal of the Printing Department at the Industrial School in Ruston and has been retained for another year, evidencing his proficiency.
Numerous friends of Hon. Andrew Currie of Shreveport announce his candidacy for Railroad Commissioner from the district, pending Democratic party action. Also advertised are handcrafted harnesses and saddles by R. P. Morton, grocery deliveries by Weaks & Walters, fire insurance with John W. Taber, and a grocery corner at Crockett and Edwards streets.
This item states a law firm or service offering rapid drafting of legal briefs on short notice to attract attorney clients and patronage. It signals readiness, urgency, and a marketing appeal to lawyers seeking quick turnaround. The notice emphasizes speed and reliability in legal document preparation.
Notice of saddles harness and repair services by R P Mortons on Market Street opposite Kelly's Stable. Also announces a special July round trip to Galveston from Houston via Houston and Shreveport lines at 3 50, with fortifications drill by 1 200 U S soldiers and naval protection, Pagoda bathing, and excursion agents J P Freeman and D S Gallagher for details.
The Cotton Belt Route offers a round trip from Shreveport to any point on its line within 200 miles at one fare plus 10 cents. Tickets available July 2 and valid for return only until July 5.
Weaks & Walters receive today's grocery orders for fresh items from up to date edibies. They report first hand freshness and quality on the latest produce and staples.
Hynson's Springs health resort opens for the season. Mr and Mrs Cha Randall of Shreveport are in possession, guaranteeing an unusual attraction. For terms and address contact Mr Randall here or in Marshall Texas.
Special inducements for April and May entice guests to spend those months at Hynson's Springs. Randall at Shreveport or Marshall Texas offers terms, seeking possible patrons for seasonal lodging.
The Progress credits Sen. Thomas Barret with obtaining a copy of the new Constitution. Barret, a leading and popular young politician, is praised by friends who are proud of his achievement.
The Salvation Army continues its food outreach led by Captain Bonnet and his wife and Captain Thorpe. Last week yielded five conversions from sowing, while this week produced a larger fruitage with four conversions on Monday night and six on Tuesday night amid widespread deep conviction.
Alexandria Town Talk cites authority of Dr. Hayes, the superintendent, declaring the State Insane Asylum is full and reiterating the official capacity status. The report frames the supervisor’s statement as the governing position on bed availability.
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