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The Great Chiefs and 16 Injuns express eagerness that their pale face brethren learn of the beauties and sublime teachings of their society in a notable assembly.
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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1896
Page
8
Improved Order of Red Men Great Council Held In Monroe
The Improved Order of Red Men Great Council met in Monroe on Monday and Tuesday with unusual business and lively deliberations. George W. Phillips received a gold beaded cane from Onaebita Tribe. Ouachita Tribe highlighted its strength and progress. Maguire, Deputy Great Incadence for Arkansas, attended. The next Great Council is planned for Monroe in May next year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Order of Red Men
Louisiana
Order of
Red Men
God
Father
Hig
George W. Phillips
Michel Bernstein
Bro. Phillips
Monroe
Red Manship
Local news notes and community updates
Mr W Mapes is out after illness. Rain fell Wednesday morning. Henderson began a neat cottage on Lacy street. Mrs W B Sampson sought treatment from Dr Theks. Ward 3 residents offered greetings and reports on roads and police concerns. Two story buildings planned on Market and Crockett streets. French Benevolent Association cottage on Crockett street. Mrs Simon’s two story cottage on Common street nears completion. A windstorm toppled a cottonwood at Nelson Seminary. L M Carter purchased H Pfeffer’s jewelry stock. Progerss office hosts visitors from ward 2. George Fetzer’s wagon repainted. G W Ballard in city. road holes noted. police advised. Dr Barron leads gospel meetings at Jacobs compress. Grandma Mittie McLendon visited Progress office. Lee Klotz and Bernard Klotz Jr arrested for fraud. bond set. Local girls rehearse for play RHEE CASA Triumph at school house on 22d for Battle Abbey. Lumber prices advertised by Remaot Lumber Company. West Shreveport seed stock inbound. C B Johnson contracts D S Monroe to build tenement in East Pine. J W Soady bought ready built house on Madison avenue. more buildings planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wise
New City Pound
P. J. Trezevant
Market and Crockett Streets
Roqnemore
Rubeline
Southern
French Benevolent Association
Crockett Street
L. M. Carter
H. Pfeffer
Charles Hayes
L. Z. Crawford
W. N. McLendon
George Fetzer
G. W. Ballard
Barron
Jacobs
Mittie
Grandma) McLendon
Proones
Lee Klotz
Bernard Klotz, Jr
F. M
Richland Beacon News
Fae
For Sale Poland China Boars in Shreveport LA
Poland China boars six months old in fair condition weight 125 pounds with strong pedigree for sale. Offered at low trade prices for cow peas. Address AUG MEYER Shreveport Louisiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Poland
MEYER
Shreveport
The Courts and their Idle Drollities in Parish Practice
A humorous parish court chronicle describes adjournment scenes with constables and a cast including Deputy Walters, Col Ward, Sheriff Young, Clerk Leonard, Judge Boney, Dr Kendall, Judge Land, and others. It lampoons dull court days, small misdeeds, and the idle chatter of officials while noting peace bonds and aRipans Tabules plug.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Temple of Justice
Ham
Walters
Col. Ward
Alexander
Col. Young
Leonard
Boney
Suffering with God’s purpose in daily wrongs
The passage urges Christians to accept wrongs as from God, seek to glorify Him through trial, and gain wisdom for conduct. It contrasts instant sanctification with lasting maturity, warning that sudden sinlessness is false while recognizing possible gradual spiritual progress amidst hardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Christ
Murray
Walk by the Spirit and avoid the flesh’s desires
The piece argues for perfectionist spiritual life through surrender to God and Holy Spirit, contrasts it with sinful imperfection, and cites Bishop Whipple’s anecdote of an Indian seeking mercy and spiritual understanding, illustrating longing for the Divine amid hardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bishop Whipple
Minnesota
Tam
Mississippi
Red Men
Sleeper's Mercy Aboard Train Moves to Compassion
A lengthy passenger tale recalls a weary father and a kindly stranger in a night train berth. After a harsh remark about noise, a strong man comforts a crying baby, offering to swap berths so the mother can rest. The act prompts reflection on understanding others circumstances before criticizing church quarrels.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Jones
Inaugural Week and Local Trade Talk in Shreveport
The piece notes an upcoming Monday inauguration and broad public interest in civil government versus personal affairs. It highlights Taos-like concerns, then centers on Jordan & Booth as Shreveport North Louisiana purveyors, promoting ready-made clothing for men and boys, with dressy shirts, collars, cuffs, hats, shoes, and general outfitting at pleasing prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jordan & Booth
Louisiana
Shrevepost
Land transfers in West Shreveport and surroundings
A historic ledger lists numerous land transfers and lot sales in West Shreveport and nearby areas. Names include Noel, Johnson, Dunwoody, Spearman, Roquemore, Roquemar, Cantrell, and others exchanging parcels ranging from single lots to multiple acres with varied prices. Many entries reference blocks, lots, and subdivisions such as Henagie's subdivision, Jordan Street, and Tuxedo Park, with names like J E Jordan, Booth, and J D Slaughter among the principals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jas
Ehorndod Toon
Noel
South Batt Ofr
Bidk
kWeorge
Mrej
H Riggins
MT Ravenbiath
SB Johnson
West Shreveport Land Company
West Shreveport
Jos Boisseau Tod C Dorian
UNI
Arkanens Construction Company
Spearman
J D Slaughter
Spearwan
Bee
Jo B Johnson
H Leonard
J M Dunwoody
F River
Tuxedo Park
Bell & Randolph
Jett Hayes
Henagie
Nand Henry A Fetzer
Kata Rose
Jordan Street
JW Soady
AJ Stofte
Mre JA Lyons
OMND
Roscoe Taylor
Wi I Strou
Geo T Stroud
Ae Rid
Path
M Agurs
Ad Roquemare
Lacy
Southoutherd Avenue
Sullie Austin
AJ Roquemar
Souther Avenue
Agurs
Roquemore
Rt Lee & Co
RC Campbell
Tunedo Park
J.W. Dunwoody
JM Dunwoody
Weat Shreveport
Mand F Bank
Rock Point
On Wheels Buck Bradley Sells Bicycles and Repairs at 413 Market Street
Buck Bradley offers the best bicycles for sale or rent with an hour's exercise on a graceful wheel. He promises affordable prices and fast service. Repairs for guns, pistols, locks, keys, and bicycles are available. Visit Buck first at 413 Market Street, back of Dreyfuss.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buck Bradley
Buck
Market Street
Dreyfuss
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George
M. W. Barnes
Nelson Seminary
Remaot Lumber Company
Cheneiero
Hat
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Arkannae
Donaie
Laonespaine
Papawerert
Ted Matai
Dimities
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Batiste, Francaise
Organdies
Aliso
Woarth
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Yellow Pine Lumber
H. T. Benoit
Wistrict Temple
Huansicker
J. P's
Hank Kelly
Judge Tomkies
Constable McDuffe
Justice Hicks
Usta
Levant
Charley Kelly
Turribley Skase
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Charles Bhoer
Aniline
Ies Creim
Nlice
Aavanen
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Jens
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Old Canning Factory
V5. & PL R.R
Roundhouse
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M. CL Elstner
Dolk
J. N. Rosate
Produce & Commission
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Jacob Specht S
Ashf
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