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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1876
Page
10
The notice promotes a large assortment of Calicoes at 5 and 6 cents per yard with Bleached and Brown Muslins from 5 to 10 cents. It mentions Bed-tickings, Cheviots, Denims, Gingham, Cassimeres, Jeans, Tweeds, Cottonades and other fabrics priced from 12 1 2 cents per yard upward, claiming the best selection for Athens county.
Advertises a department store with a large stock of ready made clothing in Southern Ohio. Claims low prices on working suits from 2.75 dollars and cassimere suits from 6 to 11 dollars, with imported cassimere at 11 dollars and pants from 75 cents. Promises superior quality and variety in Athens county.
A variety of shawls listed includes Shetland Shawl Striped Ottoman reversible Shawls Grey Double and Twisted Shawls Black Cashmere and Merino Shawls with wool and silk fringes Brodie Shawls Llama Lace Shawls and more.
Local retailer advertises a full assortment of custom made boots and shoes for ladies and men with cheaper pricing than competitors. Ladies Serge Shoes are offered as low as 90 cents per pair and up, with a broad stock available.
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