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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 31, 1896
Page
8
The item collects short notes on residents and businesses in Shreveport in October 1896. Mentions editor Abbott, E W Jackson tailor, Gordon at 210 Texan Street, Little Gem Restaurant near the depot offering fish and oysters, and various merchants. Attitudes sway toward local commerce and political jab about McKinley and Democrats.
W B Weaver advertises as a reliable roof paint and repairer offering guaranteed service for old and new shingles and flat roofs. He claims to seal leaks and promises to avoid charging if not owed, touting trial orders and “fat men” as difficult fits. Southern Company, opera house, and Hicks Bros referenced for bargains.
The passage questions Senator Caffery's Shreveport visit purpose, noting he spoke at length without mentioning Palini and Buckner. It claims he aimed to attack the Democratic Party and push Palmer and Buckner to aid McKinley, aligning with expected political maneuvering.
A plendid place at a reasonable price Be Hick Brother 25 Milam st e t Hoak W Batley nominee for Can gress On the Populi tti address the people of our city tonight He is a forcible eloquent speaker Let our people go out and see if he can con vince them that they should vote for him instead of Mr Ogden Hon Mr Ogden will speak in our city tomorrow night Turn out en masse and give him a rousing reception
Rev W S Panick of First Baptist Church had offered his resignation but the congregation opposed the move. After serious consideration the pastor decided to listen to the church and remain in place. The community praises his leadership and looks forward to his continued service.
Notice to the public lists locations and contact details for an oyster, game and fruit business. It specifies daily oyster receipts, Pride 10 venta per dozen, free delivery, telephone contact, and references to Engine House No. 2 and city market with names John H. Patterson and Chris O'Brien.
A historical column voices concern about racial politics and the South’s unity under the Solid South trope. It cites Senator Morgan of Alabama and President McKinley, warns against fanatical anti South policies, and notes McKinley’s silence on the Force Bill amid letters from Southern supporters.
A damaged fragment condemns the act of throwing rotten eggs at Secretary John G. Carlisle. It labels the assailant a hoodlum and denies any local or party influence, speculating the deed may be the handiwork of political foe Hanna, while urging dignified, manly response.
Storehouse No. 263 Milam Street, next to Tue Pao press office, for rent to a good tenant who will lease for a reasonable length. Building to be repaired and fitted up. Contact Hicks Bros at 205 3rd Avenue or R Suverstein, Texas OU.
Monday trader R. Sternstein bought the store house and lot at 203 Mi Jam street from Mrs. Maria Lieb. The sale was viewed through Hick Brox, who reported a favorable deal and noted the buyers and seller.
Texas Detective and Protective Agency of San Antonio seeks one or two young men in this county to serve as private detectives. No experience required. Send stamped reply to be considered. Ort Mit Come Out to the Bryan and Sewall Club rally tomorrow.
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