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Newspaper
Van Wert Times
Location
Van Wert, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1891
Page
2
A fragment notes confidence in footwear and capability, highlighting the claim that the boots are best suited for the task. The remark suggests a boastful stance about performance and reliability.
A wedding occurred Tuesday at the Avenue House North Washington with Mr E O Biffle and the bride among the witnesses. The October term grand jury for the Common Pleas Court includes Lewis Zutoe Van Wert, William G Prichard York Township, Ward Kiser Wiltshire Township, L Caruthers Pleasant, Davis Wright Jennings. Petit jurors listed for October 13. Board of education assigns teachers for the next term starting Monday at 9 am across the Third Ward Central Building led by OW Lilly. other wards assign multiple teachers and principals. The 1891 county fair is praised for crowd turnout and exhibits, including agriculture, livestock, and township displays. issues with race delays noted. An enraged woman destroys bar mirrors and windows at The Oak saloon over alleged marital spending. potential arrest for malicious destruction anticipated. Spilled into other local items on the fair, trades, and retail notices.
The Delphos Courant notes harmony between Van Wert Republican papers as Attorney A L Sweet will unify their print efforts. Sweet, a Republican idol, faces a big contract and responsibility but is trusted to handle the task without faltering despite health constraints.
A collage of 1891 notices and ads includes post office letter remaining listings for Van Wert Ohio, merchandise pitches from Clark & Son, train itineraries via Burlington Route to Denver, farm and cattle sale notices, and an obituary for Carrie Esther Moore born Sept 2 died Sept 4 1891 aged 11.
A promotional note extols Royal Baking Powder as the purest and most reliable choice for lighter sweeter and finer flavor in meals. It claims Royal yields more digestible wholesome results and emphasizes its uniform performance claimed from the White House to Cleveland.
Eli Muamaugh of Ohio City bought Thos Noble saloon at Main and Jefferson on Monday and will take possession. Noble to retire. Adolf Kern builds large residence on South Washington. Drs Estill and Snyder change posts. Mt Zion mite fete Sept 22 at John Harr’s. supper 10c. George Foster of Wiltshire dies. Stray dog notice offers reward. Simmons Liver Regulator advertised.
An old time street ad features Barberous customer dialogue praising Wilkinson's for neat hair, shoes, and low prices. Mentions West Main Street Van Wert and The Boot and Shoe Man C E Wiainson.
Local dealer announces a special display of TINW made from American Tin Pl and Warranted finish, plus Granite Enameled Ware never shown before in Van Werti. Visitors are invited to inspect at the old shop with a large stock of stoves for fall and winter and to compare bargains.
D A Clark touts ATR weather boosting clothing trade urging shoppers to visit Star Clothing House for fall suits, umbrellas, rubber coats and overcoats. He highlights a $12 overcoat and a broad assortment and invites customers to the Fair where they will be seen by many.
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