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Newspaper
Westville Indicator
Location
Westville, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1899
Page
7
Market prices listed for wheat oats corn clover seed hogs hides tallow butter and eggs plus local ads. The Werner Company Akron Ohio offers county employment opportunities and requests references. Local merchants H F Draves overcoats E S Smith portraits H M Green studio advertised.
A fragmented 19th century advertisement promises a waterproof Mackintosh coat for 2 75 with express delivery on payment and measurements. It touts a 1809 style, velvet collar, double breasted design, and compares favorably to higher priced coats while urging readers to order through Sears Roebuck & Co in Chicago Illinois.
Try seeded raisins and currants at Scott's. Lunches pies and oyster stews await at Condon's. Don’t miss the red ticket sale at Davidson & Porter's starting Saturday October 14. It is the biggest merchandise event of the year. See red band bills.
The estate of James E H Reed deceased seeks a sale on December 1, 19 for Lot 8 in Block 6 of Clyburn's first addition to Westville Indiana. Administrator Mitton Regro and attorney W C Ransnerer present the action in Laporte County Circuit Court.
Meissner's Wine of Beef and Iron promoted by Meissner's Pharmacy with full pints at 50 cents. Advertisement touts protection from chill and circulating blood benefits. Also notes W E Condon's restaurant offers meals at any hour and August Mahler of Wanatah in critical condition after horseback incident. Martha Barnes seeks divorce from James Barnes and requests $500 alimony and restoration of maiden name Nuendorf.
Mrs. E Ansley visited Chicago and several residents moved in for winter. Numerous social and business items list travel, illnesses, sales, and public notices. Attendees include J F Knight of Laporte, G E Haus of Laporte, and Mrs Jane Barnard headed to Monteno.
The note highlights Thanksgiving as a national day of thanks and urges readiness for family reunions. It promotes linen damask table sets with matching napkins, claiming adjusted quality, style, and prices to meet holiday demand.
Cloak sales reach peak before Thanksgiving as stock is dwindling. Buyers are urged to select early while a wide color and size range remains. Manufacturers are praised for improved quality with jackets priced from 5 to 35 dollars and collarettes from 2 to 40 dollars.
Shoppers pursue jaunty stylish headwear at Millinery Headquarters. The article notes satisfaction and calm in choosing the right article with the lowest possible price for artistic effect.
A local store promotes a new carpet department with an emphasis on handsome goods. An inspection is invited to develop understanding of the subject and its value to customers.
Meissner's Wine of Beef and Iron advertised to stave off cold weather and aid digestion. Full pint bottles priced 50 cents at Meissner's Pharmacy. The era notes other ads and local notices while reporting court actions, divorces, a murder acquittal, and community events.
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