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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1887
Page
3
A blunt advertising pitch asserts strict one-price policy for wool and cotton goods. It boasts numerous customers served last week and claims prices are the lowest available with a modest profit, arguing readers to trust the store’s value and honesty.
The ad argues against "throwing in" hats and handkerchiefs with suits and claims customers pay more overall elsewhere. It states that buying at the store's one price includes cheaper, complete needs and that the perception of extras is a higher overall price. It asks readers to see the point about true value.
A clothier explains their lowest possible price policy. He follows customers who hesitate to pay, arguing the price is plainly marked and good for both sides. The store sells large quantities, makes small margins, and moves stock quickly. Buyers remark the price is the lowest ever offered for such goods.
A promotional notice touts Libby s shirts Cupren s Clotai ne elegant suits and shirt waists and many fashions. It highlights low prices on hats neckwear hosiery and underwear and claims to offer finest cloths and tailor made suits by skilled makers. It invites customers to visit the shop to view goods and be impressed by quality and price.
The Democrats of Van Wert will meet at City Hall on Thursday evening March 31 at 8 o'clock to nominate a ticket for town and wards. Everybody come out. By Order of Committee. Also notices of a infant death, a news stand plan, an oil meeting, a cattle offer, product ads, and a new medical treatment are included in this local page.
The advert describes Wilminsons offering Atitch-downs for comfort and notes the Post-Office move to the Alexander building with mail delivery on Sunday morning. It highlights location three doors south of the Tres office and promotes Wilminsons as a broad shop with watches, spectacles, McConaway silverware, clocks, and jewelry, claiming the Old Cheapest Store in America.
Stockholders of Cincinnati Jackson Mackinaw Rail Road Company meet to confirm purchase of the Michigan & Ohio Rail Road. Legislature in Michigan is asked to permit direct conveyance to another railroad, bypassing consolidation. Bill 614 authorizes sale to any non competing line after foreclosure, with safeguards and board review. Assistant G L Marble aided passage.
Two workers, Samuel Miller and Frank Battsfield, died instantly when a boiler explosion at the Pressler saw mill near Mahogany Belt rail line blasted them. The accident occurred between one and two in the afternoon as about twenty men worked nearby. Miller, about forty, left a family. Battsfield, nearly thirty-one, was a school teacher and Democratic County Central Committee member. The mill was wrecked and boiler fragments scattered. cause believed to be exhausted boiler water. Funeral services were held for both victims.
Marie Prescott supported by BR D McLean and a strong troupe appears in Czeka at the Pavilion next Thursday March 31. Reviewers praise her voice and stage craft, comparing her to Mary Anderson, while noting her beauty and dramatic range. Also announced are a Tuesday Pavilion appearance by Sara Rippey Kolbe and local business notices urging early closing 8 pm from April to October 1887, plus an ad for Wilkinson's shoes.
A Lima Gazette style roundup lists J E Richie and W H Christopher visiting the area, Clair Tolan of the Delphos Herald, Mrs Streit returning from Defiance, Miss McSherry of Dayton visiting friends, Eagle of Paulding Furnace, and attorney France in town. Other notes include George Sisson from Birmingham visiting Lown family, E E Fornshell of Hall’s Lock Co in town, L A Tossey visiting relatives, Dr T Hawkins called to Celina, Levi Meredith after legislative adjournment, Samuel Foreman on business trip, A C Sheets moving his shoe shop to Van Wert, Absalom Miller and wife visiting sick relative, Fred LeSeuer circulating among business friends, George L Thompson in town from Indianapolis, O R Bonewitz joining McCulloch’s in Fremont, Emma Spencer and Lizzie Marshall starting church meetings, T & Gilliland witnessing the Richmond Hotel fire, Daniel Bender moving to Montpelier, and Quinna Club reception at Music Hall with several attendees. Local emphasis on new dress shoe styles at Wilkinson’s.
An 1887 item lists Comer the Tobacco Man offering Royal Denune at 15 cents per lb, Old Crew at 16 cents, John Thomas at 6 cents, Little Auna at 17 cents, plus other brands available. Included is a weekly list of uncalled letters: Jacob Rihm, Mrs C Berry, Geo W Alexander, Mr James ture, William Coutts, Mrs Manerva Crone, Mr A Borman, Francan Lee, William Igeh, Bill Patten, Mrs Malinda Milker. Also notices for Wilkinson's shoe assortment, a card of thanks, Florentine Restaurant ad, and Cas D. Milner proprietor notes.
A miscellany notes mild topics: evenings ushered in, Venus praised, sun crossing the equator, and telephone lines being replaced by Bell. Church plans cite fundraising and services at Lutheran and Methodist congregations. Redistricting for asylum needs lists many Ohio counties. Harper's essay by Lee Meriwether surveys European and American working conditions, wages, and domestic life, with comparisons and a new book on cheap European travel.
In Ohio, Dr. Albert heads the Cleveland Medical Institute with a rare blend of labor and instinct. The piece credits his success to innate skill in locating obscure disease sites and inspiring patient confidence for effective treatment, framed as a standout in medical history. Also noted are obituary notices, local notices, and ads from Van Wert and surrounding area.
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