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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1887
Page
1
A mysterious shoe created last week becomes the center of interest as investigators seek to identify who has been testing it. Officials expect answers within days amid mounting public curiosity about the footwear’s origin and purpose.
Our handsome line of straw hats has arrived with a range of styles and prices from almost nothing up. Wear one to avoid sunstroke and stay cool in the heat.
A local cloth retail note boasts top quality American made clothing priced lower than any prior best quality goods in W. W. County. The statement adds that buyers and competitors alike are not happy with the deal and prices.
A merchant asserts that selling high quality garments at savings amounts to a public-spirited act. He claims buyers gain finer clothing than ever for the same money, likening it to benefactor-like generosity.
The text argues that fabric from different shops can look similar yet differ in quality. It notes skilled buyers compare samples between stores and carry a physical piece in mind. It asserts true all wool fabric is genuine when identified correctly.
The text asserts a store's style may not please all clothiers but promises honest goods at the lowest cash price. It argues clothing quality is best and prices are set to be very low, criticizing prior county pricing.
The passage asserts customers return when they feel they got what they paid for and their money’s worth, implying trust earned by consistent quality and a good value proposition.
The ad claims our business suits are equivalent to tailor made quality at two thirds or half the cost. It cites comparisons to premium houses like John Wanamaker and Mabley Carewell in Detroit Cincinnati Philadelphia and Baltimore.
The dealer proclaims the store offers clothing of the finest quality seen in V. W. and guarantees fits for men of regular shape. The emphasis is on stock and the claim of reliable fit for all eligible customers.
Van Wert merchants announce ready to wear business and dress suits imitating the great firms with quality on par with top tailors at surprisingly low prices. They report selling suits to prominent local figures.
A local tailor advertises Prince Alberts sacks and four-button cutaways in fine cloth with alterations for perfect fit. It promises savings of 10 to 20 dollars on tailored suits, asserting comparable ready options cost at least 40 dollars. Everyone is welcome to visit the store to view the new stock.
The Rose well derrick is ready with ground timbers and drilling will begin the first of next week. Lima parties hold the contract to perform the work. The item notes the project status and local contractors involved.
Prof Fred Reineke heads Fort Wayne Foster Furniture Co upholstery department and offers a fine embossed plush parlor suit made to order for 45 dollars. A similar Chicago or Cincinnati suit would cost not less than 75 dollars.
A largely attended meeting at the new city hall organized the Van Wert Natural Gas and Oil Company with G Richie as chairman. Capital stock set at 500 shares of 100 each, max one share per person, $40,000 to be subscribed before work. Up to $10,000 may fund sinking test wells, no call exceeding $5 per share. Existing gas and oil leases to be transferred to the new company. Committee reports progress with signatures approaching half the total.
Stamm's advertises Beecher death and notes J Francis Davies will lecture at the Grand Opera House Friday evening April 22 for 25 cents. Also promotes bargains at Stamm's. A lost sewed calf-skin shoe size 8 between Blue Creek and Convoy fallen from a buggy and a finder may claim a reward at the Tim's office.
Seventeen members join Presbyterian church last Sunday. Assessor raid planned on county, eye kept on officials. The Silver Spur company to close season at the Pavilion tonight. The Republican newspaper turns four. Bishop Bros announce fine groceries. Fire department aided at Fair Grounds fire. Easter services at A. M. E. Church well attended with essays. Salvation Army leader in Galveston quoted Matthew six twenty five. many converted. Odds and ends on carpet sales, drills, and local notices. Proctor to lecture at Pavilion April 18 19 on The Universe and The Life of Worlds.
A flurry of social notes from Lima and surrounding towns records visits and trips. Misa Clara Grapes stays in Lima while W. C. Brooks travels to Piqua and Mrs. C. D. Millner visits Bellefontaine. Relatives host Miss Emma Smith of Ft Wayne and Miss Eliza Hughes from Lima for Easter services. Other mentions include real estate trips, business travel, and community happenings across Ohio towns.
The Silver Spur company ends its Opera House season with the Pavilion achieving strong patronage and praise for first-class touring talent. Reviewers note the comedy drama Silver Spur as engaging, well constructed, and crowd pleasing, with Columbus Times calling it among the season’s best. Also listed are uncalled letters at the post office for the week ending April 14 1887 for several individuals.
A collage of classifieds includes COMER THE TOBACCO MAN offering cheap tobacco and bulk deals, a land strip for sale in Van Wert with alley privilege and heir ownership details, and notices from real estate dealer Joan P. Peck. Also listed are ads for design services, market prices, and canvasser recruitment, with miscellaneous streetside business mentions and incomplete lines.
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