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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1894
Page
13
A 1894 North Louisiana fair report highlights strong agricultural, stock and poultry displays proving regional potential. Local visitors include E G Lambeth of Koachi, John Pickett and Brinn of Winn parish, Bossier’s Betcher, and Julia A Barlow of Nateli towns. Advertisements tout Plantation products and local merchants.
District Attorney Johnny Land secured a warrant against Mr. Joe D. Glan for allegedly obtaining $1000 from Captain Te by fraud on October 31. Glan was arrested in Dallas and brought to Shreveport with Special Deputy Sheriff Alex Barrstein. He posted $1,500 bond after Judge A. D. Taand fixed the amount. The case centers on alleged false pretenses and a failed debt settlement.
A fragmented local column notes ads and notices including renewals and price offers, medical ad claims, and a fire incident at the Fair Grounds. It mentions residents Rosivaux W A Huex and BS Doter Ash Point, J Martin Missionery, and fire injuries to A Hartman. It references a fire in Mr Jauvis Hurt's display and piano damage.
The district reports Mr. Oxden elected by a large majority amid strong opposition from Meg Bailie. Readers can expect coverage of the parish results next week and further discussion on the issue forthcoming.
The Gulf Railroad appears set to gain city support after a tentative agreement with railroad authorities and Shreveport residents. The plan would require 190000 in taxes and a 40 acre yard and shops site, with Shreveport as the terminus and local jobs expanding from twenty five in year one to more by year two.
Rev Sid Williams will begin a protracted service in this city at 1 o clock tomorrow morning. The piece notes his reputation as a splendid preacher and mentions a Young Men’s meeting and local political updates from the past election, including mayoral results and ticket changes.
Fragmentary OCR data shows a trade card style entry for Stoulab Coats & Co. in New Orleans Louisiana. It mentions a 4 meter height by 11 meter width display area and references a list of names and terms possibly denoting products and preparation. The legible details are sparse and inconsistent.
Readable prices and items show a large sale of clothing, underwear, stockings, and notions. Names of fabrics and goods appear with per yard or per piece pricing, including ladies and children items, corsets, towels, and cravats. Historic catalog style highlights value, variety, and discount emphasis.
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