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Newspaper
Weiser Signal
Location
Weiser, Idaho, United States of America
Date
Apr 06, 1899
Page
5
Advertisement lists various small priced items including pins needles buttons thimbles cotton safety pins mucilage and pencil tablets with prices per item or per bundle, presented as a general sale notice from a paper. The ad emphasizes very cheap prices and quantities for household and sewing items.
An advertising pitch asserts that trading at the store pays customers with full value for every dollar and better value than nine of ten other stores. It emphasizes confidence in delivery and customer satisfaction at the point of sale.
Advertises the Voswerk Patent Collar Stiffener claiming superior design to Biokram. It boasts round woven material, solid edges, and non kink durability. Claims no waxing or porosity issues, with time and material savings. Suitable for various collar styles and cuffs.
A local shoe retailer touts an unmatched range of shapes widths and styles. The store claims to carry only the best makes, emphasizing reliability and accurate descriptions of weaving qualities to avoid misrepresentation to customers.
An advertisement touts a large assortment of colored embroideries offered at delightfully low prices. The listing invites readers to view the fabrics, claiming to entice buyers with their beauty and affordability.
A handsome selection of rare and beautiful ribbon patterns on display. The assortments are described as handsome and priced on a saving basis for buyers seeking quality ribbons.
A splendid assortment of dress goods draws shoppers to a local store. The selection emphasizes new patterns and stylish fabrics, appealing to customers familiar with the shop’s quality and expertise.
Local ad urges shoppers to inspect dress linings before buying elsewhere. Claims better linings and value, promising satisfaction with suitable options and demonstration of quality.
A local grocer markets itself as the largest in Washington County, highlighting Buney Groceries and a selection of Club House canned goods and condiments. The ad lists oysters, corn, evaporated milk products, tomatoes, pineapples, beans, salmon, steak cheese, crabs, and shrimp among offerings.
The week’s stock includes Gunpowder tea at 55 cents per pound, Spider Leg at 75 cents, Nathan ubfermented Ceylon at 40 cents, English Breaklat at 60 cents, and various package teas from Japan and Folger’s. Fancy one-pound baskets priced around a few cents each.
Weiser residents report growth, new business ventures, and community events. Franklin Harris attends Caldwell court. A. J. Hoplings expands real estate. Mrs Curl’s shop, Vendome office, and local church sale noted. The Ladies' Easter edition earns praise. Governor Stennenberg commends the Weiser paper.
In a Monday evening arming at the Mint Saloon in Weiser, a masked bandit forced patrons to line up at gunpoint. Proprietor Page, Chas Olesen, Barry Hunter and others watched as the thief searched players, removed about 200 dollars from Page’s pocket, and threatened violence before escaping.
A daring night robbery ends in a chaotic getaway as a robber with a drawn gun forces Page and others toward the till. Harry Hunter slips away during the distraction, while Bart and Burt pursue. Shots ring out, neighbors rush to aid, and victims, including Sam Horpam, suffer severe injuries from a wire strike and a fierce confrontation.
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