Wholesale and Retail Goods Boom at Spring Sale
A broadside advertises second arrival of spring and summer goods with low prices. It promises booming bargains and goods for the million, emphasizing wholesale and retail offerings to attract customers.
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1875
Page
2
Prices For All At Million Sale As Times Press
Advertises a broad discount store sale with low prices across fabrics and textiles. Lists calicoes at 8 cents per yard, brown muslins from 5 to 19 cents, bleached muslins up to 14 cents, linens, lawns, organ dies, Swisses, and many dress goods priced per yard. Also promotes cottons, ginghams, silks, shawls, linens, and carpet warp at 29 cents per pound or 10 for $2.90, claiming warp free of paste-board for savings.
University Board Adopts Rent Collection Plan
The Athens University Board adopts a set of resolutions on rent collection for lease-held lands effective July 1, 1875. The treasurer is authorized to transfer valuations and begin rent collection January 1, 1874 for rents due July 1, 1875, with a March deadline for arrears and a committee to report next annual meeting. Officers elected include J. M. Dana secretary auditor E. H. Moore treasurer and W. A. Root collector.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ontote
Athens County
Mess
Horton
J. M. Dana
R. de Steigner
John A. White
A. B
Thos. F. Day
Oro University
Athens
Ballards Revolution Shocks Dry Goods Prices in Athens County
Report notes Ballards crazy talk deranging dry goods and clothing prices yet announces record sales for one dollar. Citizens urged to visit Athens County store to witness unbelievable value and listen to the firm speak sober truth. Also highlights July 3 Grand Platform Dance at Big Run Station with Ewers Melchi Townsend noted for a patriotic, fun event inviting attendance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballard’s
Athens County
Big Run Station
Ohio
Ewers
Melchi
Townsend
Fashionable summer shawls at Zenner and Co department
A chance to choose from a full line of tasteful summer shawls in Zenner and Co. The earliest caller will secure the best selection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Zenner &Co
Buy Timothy Seed From Brown and Stedman Today
Brown and Stedman announce a large lot of Timothy seed arriving for sale at the lowest prices. Buy now to secure stock from a trusted supplier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Timothy
Brown & Stedman
Metal craftsman D R Starkey moves shop upstairs at Kern and Lansley
Mr D R Starkey stencil cutter and metal fabricator has relocated to the room above Kern and Lansley’s shoe store and will promptly fulfill orders. Meanwhile Mrs Golden’s pleasant resort gains popularity as the season advances, and one visit at this well managed refectory seals loyalty for fine goods and seasonal delicacies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. R. Starkey
Kern & Lansley
Mrs. Golden
Hurrah for the 99th Fourth of July parade
Local booster shout praises the celebration and promotes M. Selig & Co. One Price Clothing House opposite the courthouse. Citizens urged to buy fashionable, cool attire at unusually low prices that outdo past standards.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. Selig & Co
Court House
For Sale A Valuable Town Lot
Advertisement announces a valuable town lot offered for sale with purchase through the MESSENGER office.
Dr Morris Tar and Horehound Syrup Promises Quick Cough Relief
Despondent cough sufferers urged to visit H K Dorr Co Athens for Dr Morris Syrup of Tar and Horehound. The ad claims rapid relief for coughs colds and throat lung chest illnesses and warns of consumption danger though many reportedly recovered. Also promoted as best known remedy for croup with requests to call for a circular.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. K. Dorr & Co
Athens
Dr. Morris
German Syrup Promises Cough Relief and Proof of Efficacy
A German remedy named Boschee's German Syrup claims to cure severe coughs colds settled on the breast consumption and throat lung diseases. The ad cites a Genet bottle for 10 cents and a regular price of 75 cents. Sold by Donnan and Pickering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Boschee
Germany
Donnan & Pickering
Lime and Cement Prices at Aruens Gas Works
Columbus Lime sells for 1.25 per barrel and Freed Louisville Cement 2.75 per barrel. Orders of 8 barrels or more are 2.50 per barrel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbus
Louisville
Aruens
Ready Made Clothing Prices in Athens County
Lined blouses priced at $1.15. Summer and cassimere pants from $0.35 to $1.25. Summer coats from $0.70. Alpaca coats offered. Spring suits $3.00. Cassimere and imported Scotch Cheviot suits from $9.00 to $10.50. Black cloth suits and custom made wear at reduced prices. Shop claims prices are 20 percent lower than rivals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athens County
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Wese
B. N. Spahr
Geo. P. Jarvis
New England
George
T. M. D. Pilcher & Co
Mister Jones
Mister Smith
Naylor
Atkinson
John F. Lyons
Woodyard Church
Cumberland Sabbath School
McLeod
Catharine Orlando Nickerson
Joshua Ri LD
Henry Jno
W. Brown
Jennie S Soate
So Arnold Co
Jennie Doubt
H N Walker
Stine Minnie Johnson
Jackells
RE Leighty
Annie Lewin
Mary
W. W. Kurtz
P. M
D. Zenner & Co’s
Nottingham
Holland & Paper
D. Zenner & Coo
D. Z2enner
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