Murphy movement gains momentum across Ohio towns
The Cincinnati Commercial reports that the Murphy temperance movement spreads through central and northern Ohio, persuading drinkers, closing shops, and challenging liquor retailers by supply and demand. It contrasts with the Crusade, emphasizes voluntary action, and notes widespread social and political impact.
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Cincinnati
Ohio
Murphy Temperance Movement
Murphy Movement
Murphyites
Vegetine advertised as blood purifier and tonic remedy
An advertisement touts Vegetine as a blood purifier and gentle tonic that aids stomach health, treats female weakness and general debility, and claims it strengthens the system by acting on secretive organs. It asserts Vegetine cures various ailments like piles and fatigue and says it is sold by all druggists.
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Mrs. Belknap
Washington
National Capital
Dry Goods Sale Offerings at Bargain Prices
Advertises Brown Muslin and Calicoes at low prices, a wide range of muslins, jeans, towels, linen cloths, towels and napkins, cloths and cassimeres, and various fabrics with discounts across all grades. Mentions table linens and flannels including red wool flannel and Swiss lawn varieties.
Dress Goods and Bedspreads Sale Noted in County Store
A county store advertises diverse dress fabrics including alpacas in black and colors at 20 to 50 cents, poplins and brocades, cashmeres, grenadines, and silks. White bedspreads range from 65 cent domestics to imported pique spreads, highlighting best and cheapest options.
Hats and Caps Offered at Lower Prices This Season
Advertises a large stock of hats and caps with over 8300 dozen hats in various shapes and new seasonal styles. Claims prices are lower than in the largest cities and invites customers to purchase.
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Zen lI
Large Display of Men and Boys Clothing at Low Prices
A department store advertises a vast range of men youth and boy clothing with heavy cattonade suits from 2.75, union worsted at 5.00, cassimere up to 7.50, custom cassimere at 16.00, and pants from 0.65 to 2.75, plus a full assortment for youths at very low figures.
House Furnishing Goods and Carpets Displayed
An advertisement highlights an elegant assortment of carpets in spring patterns including Ingram Carpets Medium and Extra Super Carpets Three Ply Brussels and other carpets priced from 18 to 1,00. Japanese and Cocoa Mattings and Oil Cloth Lot window curtains and fixtures offered.
Wall Paper and Trunks Sale Ad Promises Cheap Prices
An elegant assortment of wallpaper is advertised alongside a complete selection of trunks and vanities. The notice touts low prices and broad variety for homeowners shopping for decorating and storage needs.
Ladies and Gentlemen Furnishings at Bargain Prices
A local shop advertises a wide range of apparel and accessories including unlaundered shirts in various fabrics, linen bosoms, lawn muslin, ladies hats, hosiery, handkerchiefs, lace, embroideries, suspenders, and gloves. Prices promote deep discounts with many items listed at low cents per dozen or small dollar amounts.
Boots and Shoes Department Offers Bargains for All
This department lists custom and sale footwear including 100 pairs of Ladies Serge Shoes from 90 cents, plus Ladies Kid Moroccos and Slippers at low prices. Also features Misses and Childrens’ shoes and a wide range of men’s boots and shoes at cheap rates.
Umbrellas and Parasols in County Shop
A local shop advertises a wide stock of new parasols and sun umbrellas. Prices range from 15 cents for basic pieces to 1 dollar for fine silk sun umbrellas, with various styles at 35, 40, 50, and 60 cents.
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Cts
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Washington City
Belknap
Eastern Journal
Russia
Europe
Robert G. Ingersoll
Reed
Chicago
Whisky Ring
Sherman
Department of Justice
Devens
Rael, Junkin & Co
Old Ring
Treasury
Mathew Arnold
England
Messrs. Moody and Sankey
Supreme Court
Cin. Gazette
Scrofula
Boston
D. Zenner & CO
Athens County
Ladies’ and Gentlemen
BOOTS
Athens
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