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Newspaper
The Progress
Location
Shreveport, Louisiana, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1897
Page
9
A meeting in the Board of Trade rooms argued for wholesale dealers to back building and funding the Shreveport and Coushatta road. The speaker urged tax-payers to block Edenborn’s proposition at the polls and grant philanthropists a full unobstructed right of way.
Leonidas argues the Edenborne railroad donation scheme is a means for wealthy interests to capture public funds. He questions the fifty mile line from Shreveport to Coushatta, asks readers whether the project benefits the poor, and condemns municipal handouts to private corporations while rent and taxes burden workers. He cites local politics, tax practices, and public property losses, urging action against such donations.
An editor notes a large Populist Camp Meeting planned to begin September 22 inviting the public to attend. The notice emphasizes a community event and welcomes attendees to participate.
Fi ze House Tailoring Company invites readers to a week long populist gathering with Hon Frank Burkitt of Mississippi, humorist Stump Ashby of Texas, Prof C Vincent, Judge Gaby and a singing choir. Attendees from surroundingParishes expected, with railroads offering one round trip fare. Music, speeches and patriotic songs planned.
A note states the place of business on the corner of JP Ockett and Texas Avenue has been removed. J Corbett signs the notice.
Mt Mena claims 30000 feet above sea level as the nearest cool summer retreat in the South. The summit of Rich Mountain near Mena hosts the Wilhelmena hotel under construction by the K C P G A R Co with tents and cottages offered for sale and special round trip fares via the Port Arthur Route. Contact local agents or H C Orr for details from Kansas City Missouri.
A Vogel of ADMOVAL has moved his workshop from the old stand on Texas Avenue to 536 Common street. He will be ready to serve with first class workmanship in upholstering and furniture repairing. He has secured several large jobs in this city which will speak for themselves.
Opera House Tailoring Co introduces a fall samples line showcasing new fabrics and designs. Local shoppers are invited to view the collection and fittings are offered by appointment.
An announcement states a new grocery department has just opened in connection with The Silver King offering choice groceries beer whisky wines and cigars. Trade solicited. Address 521 Louisiana St opposite Markethouse.
Local advert notes Pants 350 up at Opera House Tailoring Co with guarantee of proper fit. Bodenheimer and Lancaster listed for gin house insurance inquiries. The ad emphasizes dependable tailoring and insurance services.
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