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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1896
Page
16
A chaotic local page from The Progress and Fulton area notes blends of commerce and everyday life. Advertisements urge dress goods and tailoring, while blurbs mention weather, street work, a railway matter, and civic remarks about the city’s growth and nearby events.
An old market advertisement touts fresh oysters daily at reputable stalls in Texas with a broad assortment of meats. It promotes new clothing lines and up to date fashions at low prices, inviting customers to visit Milam Street for bargains and brand name goods.
W B Weaver advertises as a dependable roof painter and repairer promising guarantees on old and new shingles iron and tin roofs. He claims to fix leaks and ensure all work pleases the public. Also noted is criticism of Gov. O Ferrall and a report that O Ferrall was expelled from the Old Dominion Club at Rickwood over political disagreements.
The Progress notes a new editor has taken over Sabine Banner after Mr. Don E. Sorelle retired. The paper acknowledges his conscientious writing and honest convictions, welcomes John H. Williams as the new editor, and hopes the paper continues its fearless journalism under his guidance.
A garbled but recognizable column praises numerous Shreveport figures as capable, civic minded candidates for public office. Names like Mr W Guesjean editor, Mr Kinney, Jane writer, Mattie Williams, J B Ardis, S B Hiei, J M Tobinson, C Lich, A Kohn, J M Tobinson, F A Leonsed, G Boney, Wm H Wis appear as praised contributors, with claims of diligence, industry, and devotion to community service. The piece frames these individuals as fitting representatives for business and public roles, urging voter support for prudent leadership.
A dated local note promises precise tailoring by E W Tuckson at 14 Bunranteed to ensure perfect fit and quality. It notes bicycle items are not part of the service. The fragmentary wording emphasizes satisfaction and fit.
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