23 Sep 1886
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Newspaper
Americus Weekly Recorder
Location
Americus, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1886
Page
1
Advertises bargain prices on dom estics and fabrics with claims of the lowest city prices. Highlights heavy twilled fishes, Jersey flannels, jeans, cassimers, waterproofs, spreads, and large stock with emphasis on value and quick turnover. Calls readers to visit and compare prices.
A local retailer markets a vast Dress Goods selection for Americus and surrounding country. The ad touts solid and figured fabrics at low yard prices, wood fill Cashmeres, Rugby Plaids, Double Cashmere, Satin Berber and Aberdeen wals, plus matching trimmings. Highlighted are 36 inch Cashmere and a bold Donizette Stripes line with trendy patterns to attract shoppers.
Black Goods feature a season’s top styles led by Double Width Black Cashmere at 150 per yard. Drap De Sheba Armare Royal Serge Imperial and many others are offered at prices that challenge competitors. Ladies will find difficulty obtaining desired items, as the store proclaims itself leader and regulator of low prices.
The Leaders offer Black and Colored Silks and Satins, Velvets and Brocaded Velvets with low prices. Gros Grain Silk at 75 cents, rivaling higher prices elsewhere. Special bargains in Black Silks marketed as being far below value, with selections at 1.00, 1.25, 1.60, 1.75 and 2.00 per yard.
Our Carpet Department will be a main feature with one of the largest stocks in variety and style ever brought to this market. We are leaders and regulators of low prices offering tapestry Brussels velvets and hemp carpets, with double and single Wilton options at attractive quality and price. Wool advances have raised costs, but we secured stock before the rise to offer magnificent selections at lower prices, including elegant wool filling carpets to be appreciated.
In a bold retail pitch, the store touts dramatic savings on Brussels carpets, tapestries, rugs, and fashion items, claiming new management since March 1 and promising fair treatment with substantial reductions. It highlights 65 to 75 cent patterns, men and boys clothing bargains, and a strong push to prove it offers lower prices than competitors. The ad emphasizes tailored shoes, suits, and pants at deep discounts, inviting customers to compare value and quality.
A local department announces a feature for Americus customers. Every carpet purchase of eight units will incur no additional cost. The plan aims to save time and trouble for buyers and emphasizes offering the best value for the least money.
The ad explains a clothing stock selling strategy in this section, emphasizing that profits come from many goods, not clothing alone. It offers aMen's wear and related items priced around 3.50, 5.00, and 6.00, touting value and broad selection to attract customers.
Advertising copy promises a child shopper will receive good goods for the money, emphasizing polite attention and fair dealing as the merchant's promise, even when a parent is not present to supervise.
We offer hose for Misses and Children with sizes 10a through 60, 61.00 per pair. Salesmen are polite and attentive and will guide you through the stock. Call anytime. we will be glad to see you.
Advertises white hemstitched handkerchiefs with colored borders and new designs. Promises durability and value with several prices from 1.25 to 2.50 and mentions a “O-B. A. La Spirite” line claimed to wear as long as higher priced goods. Encourages customers to visit The Gere Gesert store.
A local retailer touts the largest stock in the region and urges customers to buy for cash. The ad proclaims small profits and rapid turnover as benefits, claiming prices cannot be matched by competitors and emphasizing readiness to bargain for cash transactions.
Announcement indicates stock of Pashionable Wraps arriving in a few days with notice to be provided in this brief. The column notes a forthcoming update and invites readers to watch for the arrival details.
A brief note reports Jersey Jackets in the vicinity as a respectful gathering takes place. The message mentions nearby observers and a contemplative mood about the event and attendees.
A fragmented OCR line hints at local arts and culture topics including performers and venues, with unclear references to lines and audiences. The readable portions suggest a focus on art, music, and public reception in a neighborhood setting, but exact details remain obscured.
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