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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1898
Page
9
The Snyder Wagon Company has completed notable improvements by extending their building. The project expands workspace and modernizes facilities, signaling growth and investment in local manufacturing. The update reflects ongoing economic activity in the town and supports future production capacity.
Messrs. Smith and Huller plan a new butcher shop in a recently built building on Texas Avenue, signaling the start of business in the updated property.
The mock fair plan urges cyclists to secure a track and stage a strong programme to attract funds. If executed well this season, races could raise enough money to construct a permanent cycling venue.
Mrs Mary Lang with Miss Mildred Freeman of Standberry Missouri are visiting the city as guests of Mrs. E Berthold on Blank Road.
A formal invitation to attend Epworth League services every Sunday at six o'clock in the evening. The notice emphasizes regular weekly attendance and a community gathering.
Mr. F. W. Bowers adopts 24 hour service at his drug store to serve the public. The energetic young businessman, sure to succeed in his undertakings, earns advance congratulations from The Progress on the new move.
The Court of Inquisition into the Maine explosion is expected to report on a forthcoming date. Details remain sparse, but officials anticipate releasing findings after completing their inquiry and reviewing evidence.
Picayune editorial urges readers to demand representatives defeat a proposed day of rest, instructing citizens to press the issue and have the resolution killed in the committee room. The piece frames the stance as a call to oppose legislative action and protect daily business activity.
The statement argues that every person is entitled to one day of rest weekly, urging adherence to this principle within constitutional deliberations. It notes the influence of religious motives on the idea and invites watching the Constitutional Convention for discussion and potential alignment with this standard.
Readable fragments show a partial event in a public notice with unclear names and dates. The text hints at a legal or official action but lacks complete details for full summary.
A concise note warns that self assumption is an unsafe title, contrasting kindness from the able toward the ignorant with bravery toward the coward and strength toward the weak. The line reflects caution about self-referential labeling.
The text notes money as a motive while money remains a secondary concern for life. It mentions some individuals striving to launch the next State campaign already.
The Snyder Wagon Company moved into a new office built on the west side of their shops and completed that week, marking a planned expansion of facilities and operations.
Mr. Green, the congenial manager, has set up a fine office beside the plant and has greatly improved the facilities since last season. He expresses optimism about the future of the fertilizer business in the area.
The United States District Court in session last Monday discharged the Grand Jury because United States District Attorney Hon Charles W. Seals is ill.
The Gas Company will install large mains from Texas street to Cotton street along Louisiana. Mr Hamilton plans an underground force that is expected to last for the next century.
Foreign powers label the United States as money grabbers, a phrase echoed in current commentary. The remark frames U.S. economic posture amid rising tensions and critical scrutiny of its financial influence on global affairs.
Presiding Elder Rev J L P Sheppard will preach at Jordan Street Church tomorrow night in a local church service featuring a noted clergy leader and community event with emphasis on spiritual guidance and fellowship for congregants.
The Valley road is being advanced with strong effort and financial backing and is expected to be finished in a short time. The work mobilizes substantial energy and local investment to accelerate completion.
Mr Frank M Phelps the great globe trotter was in the city this week and called on The Progress The editor regrets he was not in
Mr. L M Carter continues a stream of fine theatrical performances, delighting audiences with consistent shows and strong production value across the season.
Messrs Jordan and Booth received the full insured stock amount of 25 500, reflecting well on both the insured and insurers. The prompt payment underscores confidence in the policy and the financial partners involved.
The Progress reports Henry Holzner sustained a severe sprain after a fall on Tuesday at the fair. He was carried home in a carriage and, though injured, remains a valued fair committee member and worker while recuperating.
The Progress greets Mrs Fannie Sorrells of Hot Springs Arkansas who is visiting her parents Mr and Mrs R B Patterson and many warm friends during the fair period.
Mr. W. B. McCormick is thinking of establishing a pressed brick plant on his property just across the river, signaling possible industrial development near the riverbank.
Our two military companies, the Caddo Rifles and Trelevant Rifles, drill regularly. While this does not signal war, Shreveport can trust them to make good records if conflict comes.
Speculation suggests Shreveport could field one or two solid baseball clubs this year. Local analysts note expected pitching depth and infield versatility, with management aiming for competitive rosters and promising prospects in the pipeline.
A Kansas man recently married receives wedding congratulations from a St Louis relative named Damme. The note asks him to accept greetings from the entire Damme family. Wild horses roam Arizona plains, destroying crops with an estimated 20 million horses. Louisiana reports 135,000 subject to military duty and militia enrollment of 2693, the largest in the South. Alabama 2488 of 265,000 and Mississippi 1795 of 233,480.
The store of Mr. John Johnson on the Texas road was closed by seizure Tuesday. That same night the house and contents were destroyed by fire.
The Committee votes unanimously against confirming Demas this week as winter weather tightens its grip on the area and residents brace for continuing cold.
Ella Holt, colored, was arrested Monday for the murder of her three year old child. The victim was thrown into a well near the Convent with the body found days later. Lee Show Case Co. touts best work at 806 Texas Avenue. Sheriff Pegues traveled from Mansfield. Benton visitors Mr and Mrs Smith with Maud Larkin and Mrs Wise shopped. J D Robertson visited from Benton. North Louisiana Furniture owner Grant rode in from New Orleans. Mayor McKellar advances market house floor paving as work progresses.
In other portions of The Regress, Nash and Bein are featured in a prominent advertisement campaign. The placement highlights their offerings and local presence, signaling ongoing marketing activity and community engagement.
A compiled list shows numerous transfers and deeds including Wm Head to Kronenberg and Saffer stone, Julius Kahn to Ruby Hall, Miss Ruby Hall to Mrs Leman, JC Sanders to F D Sanders, Howard Cole to R J Lee via sheriff sale, JS Steward to M M Payne, Frank K Christian to CM Christian, Peter to AW Lolly, LW Woods to C O'Brien, Ark Town Site to Bella Graham, M C Elstner to J E Carter, R Oglesby to Edward Scott, Bahr and Kahn to Mra D Bluestein, Hollingsworth to Sallie and Lizzie Hollingsworth, Daugherty to A Currie, Peter Garsen to Merchants and Farmers Bank, Emma Washington to Carrie Washington, W E and RT Glassell to W F McCain, Ark Town Site to W F Ford et al, and Mrs Fannie L Gardner to SC Fullilove.
Memorial services for the worlds and National president of the W T U Miss Frances E Willard will be held tomorrow evening at 7 30 o clock at the First Methodist church. All members of local unions are requested to be in attendance with special seats reserved for them. Pastors of all churches and their congregations and the public are invited to attend.
The safe of Jordan and Booth survived the fire with the books scorched but money, including notes, undamaged. A draft of the report notes a minor impact on the contents while the cash remained secure as fire hazards were mitigated. The item also mentions church activities and local agricultural notes.
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