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Newspaper
Washington Gazette
Location
Washington, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1897
Page
1
The big store explains that its two Pike County locations buy in large quantities to offer lower prices. It claims daily stock is full of food items and special bargains across departments this month, making it hard to feature all values in ads.
Readable remnants advertise deeply discounted boys suits for ages six to sixteen with price cuts from regular 4.50 and higher. Also offered are belts buckles and wash suits, with reductions on various items including velour belts and cheviot fabrics in multiple colors and yardage promotions.
Advertises shirt waist sets with large pearl buttons in dark and light shades priced at 24.05 dollars, mourning waist sets with two vents, pearl sets with sleeves links, and tied to fashion styles from 15.00 contal? Includes sales copy and product variations for ladies fashion.
Wholesale shirt dealer advertises a wide range of men's shirts including white and colored fronts, solid and madras fabrics. Claims ability to supply large quantities with better quality and lower prices than competitors, listing price points from 25 to 100 dollars.
Advertiser promotes beat brand prints Calico and inbuylog in mid large lots. It claims best prices versus other sellers with Calico costs quoted around 4 5eb 7 to 10 cents per yard.
An advertisement touts the Eiffel brand hosiery with color fastness in cotton, Lisle, and other fibers. It insists the product resists fading and cracking, offers children’s items, and claims lower prices than inferior makes at 15 to 75 cents.
A storefront advertises discounted footwear with claims of combined shopping under one roof to cut costs. It lists mens and boys shoes in various styles and prices from $1.25 to $3, including pocket bargains like bicycle shoes and ladies boots, aiming to attract customers for a one week sale.
Local retailer promotes updated hat fashions with affordable AU style options and competitive pricing.
The Indianapolis Journal lauds Secretary Gage for a speech praised as prompt and beneficial to business conditions. The note highlights higher stock prices and increased trading, with emphasis on attracting foreign capital to American securities.
Dayton dispatch reports Sheriff McLain describing the Urbana lynching and mob pressure. He details the choice between "his neck or the negroes," notes no troops were sent until fatalities occurred, and explains jail keys were passed for safety. Mitchell's father faces charges after his son's death.
The May term of the District Circuit Court adjourned sine die Saturday. The docket includes damages cases such as Martha A Brown vs Chevy, Washington Missing Co Imp Co. divisions for divorce and support in multiple suits. replevin and partition actions. rape and unlawful fishing charges. and a mortgage foreclosure against Daviess Building and Loans Association. A jury verdict awarded $242.50 plus costs in a Nash vs Davenport damage suit, while Charles H Brown’s petition against the City of Washington was taken under advisement.
Montgomery and his daughter attend St Marys of the Woods with a visit to Springfield noted. Miners faced a Thursday work stoppage due to high water while farmers rush corn planting. Townsfolk discuss a bank, a new road bind, and a stock shipment to Cincinnati. Washington area building surges include a 40 house and several brick structures. Montgomery’s resources praise local industry and debt relief, with updates on gas prospects and regional commerce.
A big local strawberry sale occurred Saturday with over fifteen hundred gallons disposed by merchants. Prices ranged five cents a quart and six quarts for twenty five cents, reflecting a peak in this year’s crop quality and volume in the city.
The Morning Courier, an established paper for 62 years, was placed in receivership this morning with liabilities listed at 815000. The action was filed June 5 in a local court, appointing a receiver to manage liabilities and ongoing operations.
A reader reports Afanheee Bruner investigates a man named Bruner tied to alleged hidden funds. Post notes reference to a 9 man and Henry C wd. The fragmentary text suggests a case of missing money and a valuation or drop related to a local inquiry.
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