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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1876
Page
8
The advertisement promises the most complete stock and widest selection for Athens county. It highlights Calicoes at low prices, Bleached and Brown Muslins, bed-tickings, Cheviots, Denims, Ginghams, and newer styles of Cassimeres Jeans Tweeds Cottonades, all priced from 12 1-2 cents per yard upward.
Advert says a department offers a large stock of dress goods with an extensive line and novelties of the season at prices that defy competition. It highlights unprecedented variety and value in the current market.
The store claims a larger and more varied selection than Southern Ohio rivals with Cassimere suits from 6 to 11 dollars and fine coats and vests. It touts lower prices, custom made items, and a wide range of pants and vests from 75 cents upward, noting their value versus elsewhere.
A catalog lists shawls including Shetland Shawl Striped Ottoman reversible Grey Double and Twisted Shawls Black Cashmere and Merino Shawls with wool and silk fringes Brodie Shawls Llama Lace Shawls and more for potential buyers.
A local shop advertises a full assortment of custom made boots and shoes for ladies and men at prices cheaper than competitors. It also features a large stock of ladies Serge shoes priced from 90 cents per pair upward.
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