Mooringsport barbecue unites Texarkana Shreveport three states
The Mooringsport festival drew visitors from Louisiana, Arkansas, and Texas to a lakefront barbecue marking the rail link between Texarkana and Shreveport. Attendees heard speeches by J Henry Shepherd and others, enjoyed dinner, bands, and dances, and praised Mooringsport hospitality while noting Captain Calvin S. Croom's absence due to ill health.
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Prooness
F. A. Leonard
J. 8. Noel
Noel
Alpha
Omega
J. Henry Shepherd
Mooringsport
Shreveport
Spring and summer stock sale at Ben Holzman AV
Ben Holzman announces a broad sale of spring and summer stock including ladies dress goods, ready made clothing for men and boys, underwear, hosiery, collars, cuffs, shoes, hats, table linen, curtains and general outfittings. He invites all to inspect stock at little cost to examine and only modest cost to carry items away.
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Ben Holzman
Shreveport
Lee visits Shreveport amid railroad shop rumors
The Progressman reports Mr. Lee, here for his company, denied talks on moving railroad shops to Shreveport and refused to confirm or deny circulating plans. He offered no news but pledged to share information with the press when available. Real estate transfers in West Shreveport and Vivian details listed.
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Lee
Pany
Shreveport
West Shreveport Land Company
Mary Gallagher
West Shreveport
James Gallagher
Paulita Pickett
Lizzie Raynolds
E. J. Heffner
Wallace Thomas
Allendale
W. C. Perrin
J. P. Hanks
Arkansas Construction Company Tool
T. Sullivan
Vivian
Caddo Parish
A. It’. Powell
Gospel singing revival led by Barron Bush in Shreveport
Union Services at Jacobs Compress announce a ten day gospel meeting led by Rev. A C Barron of Baltimore and Prof P W Bush with Mrs Bush. The choir, about 150 voices, will perform under Methodist and Baptist oversight as churches unite to spread the glad tidings and draw Christians to participate.
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A. C. Barron
Baltimore
His
Sweet Singers
P. W. Bush
S. Steere
Servier
Shreveport
Garron
H. M. Wharton
Barron
Eratis
Louisiana Press Association Meeting Dates Named
Hock Bottom Prices. At the request of Lake Charles citizens the Louisiana Press Association sets Tuesday June 9 Thursday June 11 1896 as annual sessions names Lake Charles hosts. Editors proprietors and business managers may join and attend. see Secretary L S Scott Crowley Signal for details and travel arrangements. June McGrath president.
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Press OF
Louisiana
Lake Charles
Sth
Louisiana Press Association
L. 8. Scott
Crowley Signal
Crowley
Scott
Juny McGrarh
On Wheels and Local Notices
On Wheels advertises Buck Bradley selling or renting bicycles with two bits an hour’s exercise. Also offers repair services for guns pistols lots keys and bicycles at 403 Market Street back of Dreyfiss. The Kate Nelson Seminary notes basketball drills and scenic rides in fall weather. Community papers cheer an electrical plot for the city and send regards to Duval and The Progress.
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Buck Bradley
Market Street
Dreyfiss
Kate
Nelson Seminary
Itis
Touma
Duval
Desire to get ahead prompts advice offered by Avurs
A brief notice invites readers to seek guidance from Wm. C. Avurs at his office above Phelps' corner to plan for education of children and protection against possible adversities.
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Wm. C. Avurs
Phelps’ Corner
Something Good to Eat at Saerwich’s Restaurant
A short, period style note extols the health and mood benefits of a good meal. It highlights Saerwich’s restaurant and Ladies' Dining Parlors as popular in Shreveport, urging readers to leave job work at the office.
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Lis
Frank Serwieh
Saerwich’s
Shreveport
For Sale Poland China boars in fair condition
Thoroughbred pigs offer two six month Poland China boars weighing about 125 pounds. Best pedigree. Sold at low prices or traded for cow peas. Address in Aug ME Shrev ele.
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Poland
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Raidpord
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