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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1898
Page
16
A fragment from the New York World hints at death and uncertain choice regarding farming in a line about weather and decisions. It suggests a belief that freezing might have ended a dispute, with a character named Haye learning farming is sufficient.
A group of residents in a large building debate renting a unit. One tenant comments the elevator rules disappoint and he dislikes stairs for nightly checks on possible burglar activity. The janitor asks what’s wrong as they discuss practical living in the building.
A garbled exchange quoted from the New York World shows Miss Miami Brown and Mr. Erastus Piley debating Spain and the country’s troubles. They predict a tumultuous period with Turk ligado legal gang and calls for unity or danger as society divides.
Reporter questions Mr Flannery about carrying a policy in a tense exchange. Flannery admits ignorance and laments the policy’s burial with the board drawer. The scene hints at trouble and looming consequences in a New York Times style account.
A fragment quotes Asbury Pepper describing humorously a boarder and a man who scans around as a sign of dishonesty. The exchange features a wry line about always looking round implying lack of steadiness or honesty. The source appears from a Cincinnati Enquirer item.
A fragment from the New York Journal notes a light remark on primping for a cake walk with slang humor and partial phrases about needing more style to win the razah.
In a lively exchange from the New York Journal Drt 90 a witty Mr Dusherly Dune-Thank heavens avoids marrying a greyhound while Bridget jokes about his efforts and cooking. The banter reflects everyday urban humor and social chatter of the period.
A humorous New York Journal line recalls movers who, while packing fragile items, joke about the mishap of cramming bric-a-brac into a china barrel. The quip highlights the chaos of relocation and wit amid household packing.
The readable portion hints at a regional or dialect notice with references to months and a sweet item. Names, places, and clear actions are obscured by garbled OCR, yielding a cryptic fragment about a harvest or event and a person’s expression of anticipation.
The Progress admonishes about sensationalism and attacks on women while defending due process for prisoners. It notes uneasy civic fear in Caddo parish over Abbott related matters and praises Judge Hicks and others for aiding Mr. Abbott. The piece praises working girls’ independence and criticizes newspaper sensationalism.
Advertisement describing Hynson's Springs six miles from Marshall Texas as a rest and health resort with mineral waters. Advises writing Co. J. Randall in Shreveport or Marshall for details and mentions real estate talk with W. C. Agurs.
Brick store house at 207 Texas Street occupied by Woodfin Furniture Company for rent. Possession given February 19th. Apply to F. R. Hicks or D. Hicks.
Local church guide lists Methodist First and Second Churches, Presbyterian and Catholic services, Epworth Leagues, Sunday schools with superintendents, prayer meetings midweek, and notes on pastors. Also includes Jewish synagogue on Main Street with service times and Friday and Saturday observances.
Restaurent and ream oysters, always fresh and fine in any style desired. Choice meals at all hours. The hotel is modern in all its appointments and furnished in the best style. Travelers wishing comforts will do well by stopping at this Trovel. The best attention given to all guests. Terms moderate. PRANK SERWICH, Proprietor. lotel on the Kuro- Plan.
Hynson's Springs water health resort opens for the season. Mr and Mrs Chas Jr Randall of Shreveport are in possession and guarantee no unusual attraction. Per terms add robs Mr Randall here or to Mare shell Texas.
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