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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1897
Page
3
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A Van Wert clothing ad proclaims no gimmicks or junk sales and offers low price one price clothing. It touts spring stock including $7.00 to $7.50 suits and all wool, stylish garments, emphasizing honesty, plain figures, and a single price for all customers. It invites readers to visit and compare.
Probate Court issued licenses for Edwards and Mary Ann Rvasts, Kobu and Bertha Adauss Wun, Fay and Sarah Temple, and other couples. A doctor’s deed of assignment by Dr. H W Jones and wife followed land and farm assets, while a court case against Acheson and Praden ended with a fine. Pomona Grange and local events, including a wedding of Alice Swartout to Will Stamm, are noted with community notices.
The Vavin Johnson House is being cut and moved. Carpenters work on the Davie Johnson homestead, purchased by George H Marsh, disconnecting the kitchen and gash wing from the main two story section. The larger part will be moved to Marsh's vacant lot on the site of the Butler factory across the railroad from Granga Warehouse. The smaller part goes to another vacant lot near the Friends' church in the east. Mosquitoes are present and corn planting is begun. Peddlers have opened a cigar stand early. Children-pleasing birds sing at dawn. A new stable is being built by J. A. Gearhart near his slaughter shop. David Stewart plans a hay barn east of town. Wor Johnston moves into a new house. Albert Wallace works at Palmer Stine Quarry as an overseer. Apple crops look uncertain. cherries and other fruit promising. strawberries ripening for shortcake. A cellular cough remedy claim from Newark cites a child saved from death by croup. Elementary summer school planned at Van Wert with focus on German and Ledacoey. Sessions begin June 14 and run eight weeks. For details, contact local officials.
An advertisement touts Lydia E. Pinkham Vegetable Compound as a cure for a range of female illnesses. It features a testimonial from Mrs Finkhan praising relief from cramps, painful limbs, and menstrual distress after using the product. The letter lists symptoms like backache, headaches, and weight changes, and credits the remedy with restoring health.
The notice extols bargains and superior goods offered below normal value. It emphasizes that “Bargains” is the best word to describe the merchandise and urges readers to learn about the large quantities and variety available.
Women in Van Wert shop for underwear and trimmed garments at low cost, praising sewing at home. The long catalog mentions gowns, skirts, chemises, and various fabrics with vivid descriptions of style and fit, highlighting savings and fashion.
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