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Newspaper
Western Kansas World
Location
Wakeeney, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1910
Page
8
The Farmers Mail and Breeze, a premier farm paper, advertises an annual subscription for one dollar while highlighting four valuable prizes as part of a bold sales pitch from the World.
The text invites any person of good character in Western Kansas to enter a contest. Four prizes will be awarded to the four candidates with the highest vote totals at the close. The top vote getter receives first prize, second top votes get second prize, third and fourth prizes follow accordingly.
Readable text notes an upcoming announcement next week about a very beautiful upright grand piano. The item appears in a brief notice format with limited details and no dates or locations specified.
The notice states that the second prize is a diamond and that full particulars will be announced in the next issue.
A 15 jewel gold standard movement awarded third prize for a hunting case ladies size pocket watch.
A beautiful solid gold standard seven jewel ladies hunting case watch awarded as the fourth prize. The item features a classic design with a hinged cover and intricate detailing, valued for its craftsmanship and timeless appeal.
A voting schedule outlines 1000 votes per dollar for new subscriptions and 800 votes per dollar for old subscriptions. The measure sets credit values for readers deciding on subscription renewals and transitions, indicating stronger weight for new signups.
No fee to join contest. Send your name to this office to be entered on the contestants list. You will receive full instructions on how to proceed. Contestants will be treated fairly. Call the World office to request a visit from a lady solicitor to help you in the popularity race.
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