Paragould Up To Date 1918 - Greene County, Arkansas

To those the nature of whose business necessitates constant travel and the traveling public whose name is legion, no feature of modern progress possesses more interest than good hotel accommodations, and therefore it is that the admirably conducted hostelry-- the Van Dervoort Hotel--becomes the center of such genuine interest and and concern.

This house was built at a cost of $100,000 and opened to the public about two years ago. It is one of the most thoroughly modern and up-to-date hotels in this section and would reflect credit upon a city several times the size of Paragould. It is a four story brick structure, equipped with all modern conveniences and contains 80 spacious, well ventilated and elegantly furnished guest rooms, some 45 of which being equipped with private bath, The house is operated on the American plan with rates of $3.00 per day and up, and are very reasonable considering the excellence of the service that prevails. The large dining room is handsomely furnished and inviting, which with the spotless linen, shining silverware and sparkling glassware, is an inducement to the most dormant appetite to partake of the good things spread before guests, all selected with that care which indicates long experience by the management.

From the date of its inception this hotel has enjoyed gratifying patronage, and is now recognized headquarters for commercial men who visit Paragould. Large sample rooms are at the disposal of commercial travelers who sell goods from samples. The Van Dervoort Hotel is owned by the Paragould Hotel Co., and very ably managed by L. L. Van Dervoort. He is one of the best known and most capable hotel men in the State, has hundreds of friends among both the local and traveling public, and is a live booster for Paragould and Northeast Arkansas.

WALLACE P. WOODARD

For a manufacturer of ready made clothing turning out suits in hundred dozen lots to install any individuality into his products is an impossibility. No matter how widely he advertises, he cannot build his clothes to conform with the characteristics of a customer he will never see. The above is a forerunner to the statement that if you wish to have your garments to conform with your individual lines, you should have your clothes made by Wallace P. Woodard, designer and builder of artistic apparel for men. He has made the tailoring business a study for years and his intimate knowledge of his calling enables him to please the most discriminating class of patrons. This is amply attested by his large patronage. He features two of the best lines of woolens in the United States--that of the National Tailors of St. Louis and the Bruner line. All garments are cut and made here in his own shop by expert men in this line. Mr. Woodard also does cleaning, pressing and repair work in an efficient manner. He is an enterprising and popular citizen and has a large circle of friends who are pleased to congratulate him on the success that has crowned his efforts. His shop is located at 113 West Court Street.

Paragould is experiencing no boom nor does it seek one. It's growth has been due to it's ideal geographical location, its many natural resources and advantages and the progressive spirit of its citizens and business men who have availed themselves of its advantages and profited thereby.

J. W. GOODWIN

Founded January 14, 1899, the store of J. W. Goodwin has enjoyed a long and prosperous business career. When he began business he decided that his store should be headquarters for patrons who wanted the best of everything good to eat at a moderate price. Subsequent events proved that he reasoned with good judgment. His store is one of the largest and best stocked suburban stores in Paragould. If he has a motto at all it is a square deal for every customer, large and small. Everything carried in the best grocery store anywhere is carried here and at a price low as quality will permit. Goods are delivered promptly to ant part of the city. He also pays the highest market price for country produce. This store is located at 621 North Pruet Street. Mr. Goodwin is one of our best known citizens. He is courteous and obliging and a constant worker for the welfare of the community in which he resides.

HOPKIN'S STEAM BAKERY

Fully as important to the social structure of the world today as the bread winner is the bread maker, and the calling of the citizen who plies the baker's art is a citizen of importance almost beyond belief. With the advance of civilization improvement has characterized all departments of commercial enterprise, and no branch of business has kept better pace with the times than that which has to do with the manufacturer of articles of the bakers production. One of the leaders in this line in Northeast Arkansas is Hopkins' Steam Bakery, which was established April 19, 1917. This bakery is located at 115 West Emerson Street, and is owned by B. R. Hopkins, one of our thorough-going and progressive citizens who takes an active interest in every project for public good. This bakery is thoroughly modern and is kept in the most sanitary condition. Here is manufactured bread, cakes, pies and all kinds of bakery products of the better quality and a specialty is made of the famous "Hopkins' Victory Loaf," which is made by government regulations and put up in a sanitary package. A large local trade is served and shipments are made to dealers and large consumers in all territory within a trading radius of Paragould.

W. D. WADLEY

The man who believes his patrons of his business are friends and deals with them accordingly, is a man from whom you will always get value received for your money. Such a one is W. D. Wadley, proprietor of the neat and well stocked suburban grocery store at 620 North Pruet Street.

He succeeded J. T. Harrington on June 1, 1918. He is well and favorably known to our people, having been in business here once before for about four or five years. This store carries a full line of pure food groceries, table delicacies, etc., and delivers all orders on short notice. He keeps on hand the best class of goods obtainable, and solicits your patronage on a basis of quality, moderate prices and efficient service. Mr. Wadley is an upright business man and citizen and enjoys a wide circle of friends and aquaintances.