Wood County reporter. [volume] (Grand Rapids [i.e. Wisconsin Rapids], Wis.) 1857-1923, 1891-05-21

| Now peace and plenty on every hand,
And great Improvements for the future planned
In the earliest events of this broad state,
| OF Grand Rapins there is much to relate;
But, as we write of the City so fair,
We Will also tell of the leading firms there
Bankers, merchants, professional men, and all
We were thoughtful and gave them each a call /;
And say just here, with fiattery left out,
! Grand Rapids is charming without doubt.
MRS. John HAMM,- neraiMeychandise
We called at the popular store, of course we did
| The place could be found if the sign were hid;
For throng ofcustomers each day attend,
Where they purchase goods without end.
The ladies indulge i'll those dress goods so fine,
| She has dry goods, the latest, complete line;
We examine the clothing department neat,
! Which for assortment cannot be beat
This is the place, dry goods, groceries and cloth
ing, to buy.
While for hats, boots and shoes, on her you cal
rely;
| G0u' II find the incest cheapest and best,
! If once this splendid stock you test.
| w. L. WOOD Proprietor of Wood Co. Drug Store
Drugs and medicines all ills to cure,
| To make you strong if in health you are poor:
Prescriptions compounded with special care,
Allneedful medicine youll find in there.
| Such are the sentiments known to all,
| And such the good fortune which may befall;
| Our most popular pharmacist for years gone by
On his compounds with safety we always rely.
Then besides the great ocean of drugs SO pure,
| There are many things more which really allure
Window shades, paints, and wall paper too,
| His artistic decorations Will just suit you;
| Books, perfumeries and cigars fine,
| Much praise 10 this store we assign.
GARDNER & GAYHOR,-Attoyneys.
| OF these attorneys we've a word to say,
! In our ilngliDg rhyming way;
| They do large business have great success,
| Their popular worth we cannot suppress.
They have many clients every day,
| Their cnunSelis sought from miles away;
| They give legal questions careful thought;
| We join in their praise, truly we ought.
| In realestate j. A. Gaynor takes the lead,
Go to him if Il loan you need;
This firm deals fair with all whom they meet,
With attention and care all they kindly greet.
FIRST NATIONAL BANK.
This bank is known all over the World,
They need no forerunner their triumpht to heral(
Heavy and reliable capitalists stand at its back
| Of golden dollars there is no lack.
The gentlemen who appear at the head,
Are of the business kind tbs commonly said;
President WItter, it still appears,
! OF their future success we have no fears.
N. E. EMMONS Jeweier.
OF our pioneer jewcler we wish to tell
And the elegant goods he has to sell;
| Admirable Silyerware of brilliant design,
| The set for the table so artistically fine;
| Then turns the gaze with special delight,
The lovclicst jewels, a beautiful sight.
Those watches would enrapture the heart of
| King,
All the fair ladies wish for ring.
| Those clocks for the mantle make home complete
EmmonS' watch and clockrepairing cant be beat
Musical merchandise sold very cheap,
! Visit Mr. Emmons and harvest reap.
Wi7TER HOUSE, L. Hathaway, Proprietor.
''Witter House of its worth let us tell,
Let us conform ourselves into loud ringing bell
! And peal forth its praise for Il thousand days,
| In silvery notes and truthful lays.
Hear what the bell would say,
To the travelling people on their way;
Hotel Witter is the place to go,
If not, should have told you so.
j. 0. HEBERT, Photographer
| You should call at Hebert's door,
Tis easily found, its on the first floor;
Wear your best or plainest suit,
Bring the babies all so cute.
Bring your sweet heart or your bride,
| All the rest will step aside,
While perfect photo he will take,
Your figure all he'll surely make.
The prices too very cheap,
| They re good to last and good to keep.
| Enlarged and framed to suit the taste
Your time nor money do not waste.
| His artistic skill, we can assure
| Is recognized as i'll no ways poor,
He'll treat you kindly every one,
| You'll be pleased with work when it is done
GEO. w. BAKER, Furniture and Undertaking.
OF Geo. w. Baker we now will speak,
And tell of his establishment new and unique.
Furniture and carpets attractive and new
| Twouldjust do you good to look his roomthroug
It's an extensive business with praise from all,
Wen furnish your house be it large small.
E. l. KRONER, Photographer.
Go to Kroner for pictures every time,
Photos, views, crayons, all in his line;
His work for durability is noted, indeed,
Give him a call when photos you need.
GEO. L. WILLIAMS, County Judge-Lawyer.
G. l.. Williams has served our town for IA year:
OF his excellent judgment we have no fears;
Our County Judge he is, you know,
When in need of counsel to him we go.
With all his work he takes great pains,
And many friends he always gains;
His counsel, if taken, will seldom fail,
! You can see him in person or consult him by ma
H. H. yOSS co, Druggists.
This firm appears on ourlist of names,
And share of our patronage it claims;
The stock is all new and displayed,
In the latest that can be made
Toilet articles, plush goods, or hammock fc
rest.
But that Soda Fountain of all is the BEST
But hasten your draught from the necter so swet
And look at that wall paper which cannot be BET
Just leave your orders for ceiling or door,
They'll paint or paper an acre or more;
Such colors and tints as his helpers contrive,
With admiration we can scarcely survive.