09 Dec 1886
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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1886
Page
1
Local ad lists cashmere and cashmere blends in multiple colors at 18 to 25 cents per yard with notes on satin brocade fabrics and Arabian serges. Also advertises an all wool 36 inch fabric, a black silk item, a luxury dress notion, and featherweight reversible plaited wire batles priced under market with comparisons to other stores.
A damaged ad lists wool and silk dress fabrics, lace, corsets, gloves, towels and blankets with marked prices. Promises lowest prices and novelty lines, urging customers to inspect two-tone pinstripes, Brussels mats, silk hose, linen towels, and new wraps and jackets at bargain rates.
The NY Store asserts every sale is strictly business and legitimate in the fullest sense, claiming no need to denigrate competitors to attract customers. It stresses unmatched goods and unequaled value as the basis for its sales approach.
The ad touts consistently low cash prices, claiming the store buys new goods in several lines and offers items such as Fruit of the Loom bleaching at 3 per yard. It accuses competitors of bait pricing and promises fair treatment, new goods, and unmatched value after nineteen years in business.
A Georgia official defends a voluntary farmer sample analysis policy. He explains past changes to accept samples without brand names, notes limited farmer demand, and urges continuing inspections under the law. He cautions against repealing the fertilizer inspection system, warning of low quality products and court backlog. Commissioner J.T. Henderson signs the letter.
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