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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1887
Page
2
The ad claims the Star Clothiers are the cheapest in W. W. County and that any clothier in Van Wert could buy clothing from them at one retail price and sell the same goods at a profit, urging readers to consider the implications of this pricing.
In just two months our business has expanded far beyond expectations as we stock up with several thousand dollars of goods. Last Saturday alone saw $3,000 worth delivered, featuring fine suits in top cloth. We offer better ready-made clothing than any in W. W. County at or below rival prices.
Our shop warns customers that Saturdays are busy as buyers flood in for our best boys and children’s clothing at one price. We note strong demand and urge referrals for the $4,000 worth of stock on offer, saying we’ll struggle to keep up with buying if customers keep taking items at the current rate.
Our store proclaims one low price on quality clothing, lower than competitors after sewing costs. We mark goods at the lowest possible price and never vary, attracting customers who know our bargains and buy confidently without worry of paying more elsewhere.
Our business suits match custom-made in quality and make up and are worn by city business men and travelers. They cost two thirds as much and we ensure a proper fit. You be the judge.
The Star promotes three hat novelties headlined by the genuine Dunlap stiff hat, the genuine Stetson soft hat in the latest shape, and crush hats imported from France. It claims to lead the trade with top-quality belts and overalls, offers cash sales only, and positions itself as a premier storefront rather than a small shop.
Perry Edson and Clara Longsworth of Convoy wed at the home of her cousin on Main Street in a quiet ceremony conducted by Rev. E P Eleeck. West Side Butcher Shop passes to A C Sheets who will take possession tomorrow. C N Grandstaff sells interest in barber shop to Jno Ehresman of Convoy. firm becomes Ehresman and Bair. Evaporated fruits advertised at Conn Co. A small blaze on Shannon Street damages furniture but is controlled after starting from a bad flue. Rev Gardner’s hen roost thefts lead to another call. a china egg paralyzes a five year old hen. Rev F M Porch resigns from Lutheran church to move to Abilene. Chicago Yeast Powder and other goods sold at Conn & Co’s.
A large Democratic meeting at City Hall nominates Cemetery Trustee Jacob Miller Sr and Street Commissioner Andrew Grandstaff by acclamation. Ward tickets list councilmen and assessors, ward committees named for primary election duties. Also notice: For Rent brick business room in Van Wert, Ohio, formerly a furniture store for five years.
Report covers oil well funding bid near town, boot shop thefts, and a brisk borough convention. It notes a half mile oil well donation drive of $300, a shoplifting arrest with two women and husbands bound over, plus council tickets and local option outcomes in the Republican meeting at City Hall with street commissioner angling and ward results.
The monster Panorama from Grant's World Tour will be shown at the Grand Opera House next Tuesday evening April 5 1887 to benefit Company D of the 2nd O. N. G. The exhibit covers over 15,000 square feet and is touted as the largest painting in the U.S. with magnificent battle scenes. Tickets from Hill & Co Drug Store and prices include 35 cents for reserved seats, 25 cents general, 15 cents for children.
Personal visits and travels across Fort Wayne and nearby towns include P. Reed Jr in Fort Wayne, Gerald Sholl returning from Chicago, and B. J. Brotherton in town. Numerous movements note ex-judges, railroad agents, and local residents visiting relatives, with social calls from Toledo and Warsaw, plus town happenings and upcoming events.
A collage of local notices including a six room South Avenue rental, cheap suits at Stamp's, and eggs for sale by L F Zimmerman. Resolutions honor Frank P Buttsfield and Samuel Miller, with mourning proclaimed by Copper Post 236 and the Grand Army of the Republic. Death notices for Frank P Buttsfield and infant Rhinesmith. Occurs in Van Wert County with related marriages and public notices.
The Fort Wayne shop Louis Wolf & Co. promotes new spring lace curtains and car pets described as handsomest, with doors featuring 175 feet long and 25 feet wide shapes. The ad highlights fresh styles now arriving.
The store sells carpets for all needs from rag to moquette and also offers lace curtains, window shades, rugs, oil cloths, straw mattings, curtain poles, and doors and arch curtains.
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