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The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

This house is located on the corner
Of Second and Texas Streets. Gro
ceries and provisions Of all kinds are
carried. also wood and feed. Farm
ers' trade is a specially, and in his
stock are bargains for everybody
Mr. Clendenning has been here for
the past four months. lie expects
bv keeping the best goods at closest
margins and treating the public cour-
teous and literally. to build up q
dourishing trade As he is a clever
gentleman to deal with. we have nc
doubt that his success is assured.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

This is a beautiful display Of drugs
and chemicals, stationery, and a
large line Of toilet articles display
ed from handsome show eases and
shelving in a large room recently pre-
pared and fitted for the purpose b.
j. Pennington, recently from Texas.
in which state he has had ten years
experience as pharmacist.
He is a graduate Of the Northwest
ern University Of Chicago, Pharma-
ceutical department. and from the G.
Northup Pharmaceutical College, Of
Toronto, Canada. Therefore, the pre-
scription department Of this store is
under very efficient management.
A fine soda fountain is among the
attractive features Of the store, and
il is quite certain that as Mr.. PEN
nineton understands his business in
all of It's details very thoroughly, he
will receive a full share of the public
consideration.
Especially in perfumes and toilet
articles is this house complete, and
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

This Is the style Of a 6rst-class
grocery house conducted By Mr.. J.
r. Abercrombie in Chickasha- The
display Of staple and fancy groceries
fruits. vegetables and general pro-
visions is very large and attractive.
and for his pains and efforts to
please. Mr.. Abercrombie Is receiving
reward ia the way Of liberal pat
ronaee. He has another store like
this in Cement. which Is also literally
patronized. Fifteen months ago the
house in Chiekasha was established
The trade now is second to none IN
the eitv, demonstrating the result Of
well directed efforts in this thriving
little city. Mr.. Abercrombie is ably
assisted BY his good wife and several
statesmen in serving his patrons
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25
PHoENIx GROCERY 90.

A large stock Of staple and fancy
groceries is that Of the Phoenix
Grocery Co. in Chickasha. On this
account and for the fact that staple
and fancy goods of best quality are
served. with "down weight" and
prompt service, the house enjoys
patronage second to none in town.
Mr.. /. D. Stone is the efficient man
aeer for the company and takes much
pains in making friends and custom
ers for the store and retaining them.
1t requirns three wagons and the
scryice Of FIVE men TO wait on the
trade. and Mr.. Stone is 70 be con-
9ratulated upon the splendid repu-
fation be has established for the
house.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

This is a firm Of lumber and coal
dealers. The firm has line of lum-
Der yards throughout the west, uses
is large quantities; and is, therefore,
able to make prices to meet the most
formidable competition in the eoun-
try.
The yard at Chickasha is under
the efficient management Of +. O.
Stephenson. Mr.. Stephenson informs
as that they have been located here
for the past three years, and have
been doing a dourishing business
which promises TO continue. 1t pays
to patronize those who are closest 70
ine best markets because they usual
~ furnish the best kinds and can
render the lowest qu1tations.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25
g. II. i. DENTON, JEWELER.


1t is an excellent and attractive
stock Of watches, clocks, diamonds,
jewelry, silverware and novelties car
ried by Mr.. G. ii. L. Denton, Of
Chickasha. These are attractiyely
displayed and although Mr.. Denton
began business here only last June,
he is enjoying a remunerative pat
ronage. Ii should be stated in this
connection that Mr.. Denton's valu
able experience as a matchmaker
and ieweler is largely responsible for
his fattering reception by the good
people Of Chickasha and vicinity.
Although a comparatively young
man, he has had seventeen years ex-
perience in the business. He repre-
sented wholesale jewelry houses as
salesman on the road for a number
Of years and was travelling inspector
for the Santa Fe railroad three
years. travelling from Albuquerque,
New Mexico, to California. This ex-
perience is valuable. 1t pives him,
not only a thorough, practical know
ledge of goods and values, but Of
work required in the line, and he is
kept quite busy at the bench, repair
ing. for his work gives entire salts
faction. We may mention that Mr..
Denton is Benedict, having recent
" led to the marriage altar, Miss
Mangold, one Of El Reno's fairest
young ladies', and he is still receiving
congratulations from numerous
friends. Mr.. Denton says Chickasha
is one Of the best little cities he has
ever seen and he expects to make it
his future home. His store and SER
vice certainly deserve the liberal con-
sideration he is receiving.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

Groceries and provisions, fresh
fruits and vegetables, fresh and solid
meats are handled by Mr.. Fletcher
at his store at 427 Street. While
his stock Of groceries and meats is
quite complete and attractive, he
makes a specially Of -four and feed.
which he carries in large qusnti-
ties,
Mr.. Fletcher is pleased with the
confederation given him by the pub
lie. and expects. by carrying the best
goods and selling at the most reason
able prices to continue TO merit the
patronage Of the public. He is quite
enterprising in all matters that have
for their object the Advancement Of
our general interests.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25
b. TURBYFILL.. ARCHITECT.

Among the prominent and enter
nrisinQ architects Of Oklahoma CITY,
Mr.. Turbyfll may be reckoned. He
has built some Of the finest business
houses and churches and residences
in the city and has plans in for new
Masonic Temple. Tie was the archi-
tect for the Masonic Temple Of Gnth-
rie. is building the new Christian
church Of this city and furnished
plans for the big Curtis & Gartside
building on Main street, the business
house Of S, Fessig on Broadway, the
residence Of DIR. T. J.. Russell, W. W
Storm and others.
Mr.. Turbyfill has been in the city
three years. and his ability as an ar
chitecf and superintendent has been
recognized in the fact that be has
had fun share Of the business.
Mr.. Turbyill has offices at 2Os1z
Main street He is careful and palms.
taking ia his work and sober and in
dustrious as well as correct, and
these business elements are recog-
nizcd by those who are investing in
substantial buildings in this city.
Mr.. Turbyfll believes that the
progress Of our city will be steady.
and that he near future months will
witness extensive improvements Of a
substantial character. As he is Civ
ing special attention TO these mat
tiers. we consider him a competent
Judge. One who is 50 attentive and
careful IN business matters as Mr..
Turbyiill deserves the success and fa-
vorable consideration he is receiving.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25
p. REED a COMPANY.

A new building 32x56 feet in di-
mensions at the corner Of 2nd and
Dakota streets is occupied by this
firm with large and well selected
stock Of groceries and new meat mar
fet. A feed store is also in connec-
fion handling corn, hay, oats and
an manner Of feed. This stock Of
groceries is especially attractive on
account Of its freshness and nice dis
play. II is also extensive to the ef-
feet that AL supplies in the way Of
groceries and provisions may be OBJ
tanned here at the lowest prices pre-
vailing. Fruits and vegetables and
all kinds Of farm products are
bought and sold, and the best Of ev-
erything in the way Of good things
to eat may always be found at this
store.
Reed a. Co. are among the most en-
terprising Of Chickasha's merchants.
We have no doubt that with the ef-
forts they are now putting forth
that they viii retain their position
among the leading merchants Of the
4fftl
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

Confectionery. soft drinks, fruits.
cigars. tobacco. with wholesome bey-
erages from. large soda fountain.
and short orders are served by this
firm at their stand near the post Of
fee. A fine bakery is in connection.
and the lnncheons they serve at all
hours are excellent. They serve fresh
oysters and ice cream in season. This
firm has been installed here for the
past two months. They are doing
a ilourishing business. which Is based
upon the excellence Of the service in
every line. They are both experienc-
ed popular caterers.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

This gentleman manufactures
cigars. and his leader. Santa Mar
riilo, Is a hand made product. Il =
very likely that Mr.. Fischer will build
up good trade for his goods in this
section. for they are manufactures
of the best quality Of tobacco. made
81 expert hands. placed upon the
market At reasonable prices and are
popular with all smokers and dealers
wherever introduced. Mr.. Fischer IS
a clever gentleman, thoroughly un-
derstandine the cigar business and
should be encouraged in his efforts
10 establish q valuable manufactur-
ing enterprise IN Chickasha.
We are pleased to note that deal
ers Of this city are handling his
goods quite extensively. and We hope
thar be may still continue to receive
their favors. all Of which he appre-
eiafes. 1t IS always best 10 patronize
home enterprises Of this character
especially when the product IL Just
as good and just as cheap as that Of
other places.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25
POST OFFICE BOOK AND NEWS
STAND.

School books and school supplies,
newspapers and periodicals. confec
tionery. stationery, etc, compose the
stock Of this house. Harris and
Smith are the proprie.ors. The bus
mess was established about two years
ago in the post office. The display
is a neat one. and the firm is enjoy
ing splendid trade. Both mem
bcrs of the firm are personally well
and fayorably known in Chickasha
and vicinity, which with their splen-
did stock Of goods and nice variety
to select from and liberal treatment
that they accord the public, IS re-
sponsible for the success they are
having as book and news dealers.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

This firm deals in corn, hay and
All kinds Of feed az wholesale and re-
tail. They also make -four and meal
a speciality. They are among the
oldest settlers Of Chickasha and en-
joy a good trade. Their store is at
sos Chickasha avenue. They make
speciality Of handling the best Of
everything in their line and deliver
ing promptly TO their customers in
all parts Of the city at most reason
able prices. and have. therefore. built
up a fourishine trade.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

gives the public prompt. efficient ser
vice. This shop is supplied with
the only steam sausage machine
here, the same power conducting a
large coffee mill. Five men are em-
ployed IN operating the affairs Of
the shop and serving the public. Mr..
Rosenquest owns a valuable farm of
800 acres one and half miles from
Chickasha, is considered one Of the
most substantial citizens and is to
be congratulated upon the success he
has achieved in a comparatively
short time.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25
WH1TEMAN nRos.

Fruits, produce and provisions, an
exclusive Wholesale business is that
Of Whiteman Bros. who have had a
house in Chickasha for the past three
years. Mr.. w. W. Whiteinan is in
charge Of the Chicksha house. c. p.
Whiteman is III charge Of the house
at Oklahoma City, and John White
man has charge Of the business in
ArdmQre, where they have a very
prosperous house.
This firm uses and sells produce
in carload lots. and supplies dealers
promptly with the best products the
country affords in fruits and general
provisions. They also handle eroc-
eries and packing house products.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25
n b. MoBERLY q SON.

A fine display Of guns, bicycles,
and sporting goods is that Of Mobley
d Son in Chickasha. Bicycle supplies
are in stock and this feature of the
business occupies the west side Of the
building and a spacious deck in the
rear. On the east side is a large
and complete stock Of staple and
fancy groceries. This is kept up-to-
date and is receiving an increasing
patronage. W. l. Mobley, junior
member Of the firm has been here
two and a half years. He was join
ed BY his father about six months
ago.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

Chickasha is supplied with a splen-
did electric light plant The com
pany capitalized with stock Of $780,
600, Finishes light for the city and
telephone service. This company
was established two years ago.
Incandescent and arc lights are fur
nished Ia a satisfactory manner to
the resident and business portions Of
the city. and there are three hundred
telephones ia use. Long distance
connections are made to all parts Of
the southwest, and we learn that in
the past year there has not been a
single complaint rs to the service
rendered by the lights or BY the tel
ephone.
Mr.. II. G. Whiteman. Of the firm Of
Whitcman Bros, is the manager for
the electric light and telephone com
pany. and deserves credit for the
efficient service he is rendering to
the public
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25
RIM. ROBINSON.

Mr.. Robinson is one Of the popular
grocers Of Chickasha. and handles a
nice stock of staple and fancy goods,
with meats. fruits. vegetables. -four,
etc, giving the people highest salts
faction IN quality and reasonable
prices
Mrs. Robinson conducts the bust
ness Of the store. and Mr.. Robinson
spends much Of his time with liv-
cry and sales stable where be also
buys horses and mules.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25
]. II. CREW.

Groceries and provisions Of all
kinds are carried by this house at
-S15 First Street. Fruit and yege-
tables Of an kinds are handled, pro-
dnce Of all kinds purchased Of pro-
ducers. while -four and feed are
among his specialties.
Mr.. Crew is a clever gentleman and
takes pains in promptly and salts
factorily waiting upon the public TO
the extent that he shares liberal
patronage. which will, no doubt. in
crease as the population Of the town
increases.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25
F. ROsENQUEsT's MEAT MAR
KET.

This is one Of the busiest places in
Chickasha. Mr. Rosenqucst has
owned the market a little over one
year. and has gained a remarkable
success. This may be accounted for
by his strict attention TO business.
the fact that he slaughters bis own
fresh meats, handles the hest of
everything, including fresh and cur
ed meats, fish and game in season.
always caters to the best trade and
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25
p. WOOLRIDGE.

At 915 Illinois Street. the grocery
house Of Mr.. Woodbridge is located,
carrying complete line Of staple
and fancy groceries, fruits, vege-
tables, etc.
Mr.. Woolridge strives to please by
handling fresh goods. rendering the
public prompt service and quoting
the lowest prices. He is one Of the
oldest settlers in this section, is well
acquainted and enjoys the confidence
and good viii Of his fellow citizens
i ma fatterine degree.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25
j. G. HEDRICK.

Groceries and provisions consti-
tute the stock Of Mr.. lIedrick at the
corner Of Sixth and Oregon Streets.
Mr.. Eedrick is from St. Louis, is an
experienced merchant, and expects to
secure and maintain liberal share
Of the patronage Of this vicinity
by handling best good and treating
the public with the utmost liberality.
He only asks an opportunity to
quote prices and show goods, feeling
assured that he can satisfy the most
fastidious in the line of provisions.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

The grocery and privision house Of
Mr.. Hardiman is located as $40 Iowa
avenue. He has large stock of
staple and fancy groceries, makes a
speciaity Of butter. eggs, fruit and
ail kinds Of produce end respectfully
solicits the farmers trade. While
~ SERVES the farming element with
greatest satisfaction. be also has in
dncement for the city trade in the
way Of freshest goods. end his pro
duets Of vegetables and fruits are
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

and constitute one Of the most sue
cessfui firms in these lines in the
West They are comparatively young
men. but sre very jealous in their
efforts toward success, understand
their business. and are, therefore,
among the leading dealers and are re-
reirinR their reward. Their business
is continuously growing.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

especially desirable and as'rAe-
tive.
Mr.. Hartman has been 9 citizen
and business mar Of Chickasha for
the past three years. He has a
liberal patronage and many friends
He Is well pleased with his trade,
which Is constantly increasing and,
like many others Of his fellow citi-
zens, believes that Chiekasha Is one
Of the most promising towns IN the
grea. southwest. His reputation as
a merchant has been established upon
his fair dealings with the public,
handling best goods and quoting
lowest prices. He is public spirited.
and is always found in the van Of
public progress
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

bread and all other bakery products,
which he delivers free TO customers
in all parts Of the city. He carries
nice line Of cigars and tobacco,
and serves summer drinks
Mr.. Quigley is young man, fun
Of energy. and is making many
friends, therefore numerous custom
ers. and we are pleased to note that
he is profting BY his well-directed
efforts.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

Mr.. Southern is a tailor Of Chick
asha. While he does all work IN the
line Of manufacturing mems gar
ments 10 measurement, he does
cleaning and repairing and makes a
specially Of dry cleaning. Mr.. South
ern is an experienced tailor, splen-
did workman and waits upon his GUS
toners promptly. His work is Civ
ing the highest satisfaction.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25
.-MAnRfcE rHoMAs-

Papering, decorating and paint
ing constitutes the business Of Mr..
Thomas in Chickasha- He makes
bank and office decorating a special
ty. He has been here about one
year and is building up a nice trade,
employing from three to nine men to
execute orders in different parts Of
this city and territory. He repre-
aerts the Art Wall Paper Mills Of
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

This gentleman conducts bakery
and confectionery established BY him
little more than three months ago,
although he has been resident Of
Chickasha for seven years lie takes
particular pride in keeping his stock
cornpletc and neat in every particu-
lar. and pays especial attention to
his bakery. which furnishes the best
supplies in this line, including fresh
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

All kinds Of work in the line Of
blacksmithing are executed here
Farmers trade IS especially solicited.
Repairing is specially, and all work
is executed promptly and satisfac-
torily TO the extent that Mr. Quick
enjoys liberal patronage BY the
citizens Of this section. He is a
very competent workman.
The Chickasha daily express. (Chickasha, Indian Territory [Okla.]) 1899-current, 1902-10-25

This is a resort owned by Mr.. J..
f. Spear. serving soft drinks and
cigars. Mr.. Spear has resided in
Chickasha five years. has valuable
property interests. aud many friends
and customers. for be treats his pat
rons with uniform courtesy and
liberality.
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-09-08

every wearer Of the Panama to make his
the rowdiest in appearance and the diru-
est and most disreputable in fact. III
Adolphus came out on Monday with
hat indented in eight places, little Mar
maduke would find room for nine in his
before Tuesday or perish in the effort. If
Jones turned up one day with a hat that
seemed to have been used for cuspidor
over night, Smith went back at him next
day with a hat that had evidently been
dragged through the sewers. The more
villainous the shape and the more alarm
ing the discolorations. the greater the
pride of the wearer and the deeper the
envy Of his defeated and discouraged COM
petitors 1t was a very carnival of dirt
and ugliness.
Along with this incomprehensible out
break of idiocy in the matter Of hats there
came the era of absurdly short coats
like the Jackets we used to go to school
in fifty years ago-and baggy, unkempt
trousers with large. pendulous seats TO
them. One saw everywhere, at the clubs
on the lawns, the promenades, whole
troops of Johnnies once distinguished by
their natty appearance, their ereases.
their Vanished shoes, and their general
loneliness, but now shabby. slouchy, SLOW
emily enough to make hobo gasp Tor
jealousy.
The fad died. as might have been pre-
Atlanta semi-weekly journal. (Atlanta, Ga.) 1898-1920, 1902-09-08

but as before said. there are some silly
people. who are consumed with admira-
ton for a title. and America has its guam
tam Of such little maniacs; so the duke
viii perambulate with the -four hundred"
when he is reasonably sober. and soak
himself in licentious debauchery when his
brain is sodden with strong drink.
The next generation will bring TO view
a crop Of degenerates just as idleness,
drunkenness and debauchery always have
and always will bring forth in a world Of
hereditary taints and pernicious environ
ments. and much OF the wickedness grows
out OF wtckedness in high places. with the
deleterious example or so-called royal Wis
itors upon the run-mad-foolcrazy and sap
headed crowds in America with more
money than brains.
What a sight for men and angels! A
creature. born in q palace, I'm sight and
within reach OF the finest Libraries and
art galleries OF the world; yet he for
sakes them all 20 visit Chicago and hunt
up the swill-tubs and bawdy houses Of the
Windy City for his entertainment and sat
isfaction.
Clear crystal is entirely too good for
such lips and such heart! Let him mix
the flavor OF shoe soles with his pota-
tions and welcome!
II Duke Boris was not an example to
be fatally followed by our American dudes
and dudines, I would not care how soon
he swallowed whole lanyard and a
wagon load Of strychnine whisky.