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Newspaper
Atlantic Weekly Telegraph
Location
Atlantic, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1898
Page
3
An old advertisement boasted the store offers the largest Fur Collar stock in the city with low prices and expert craftsmanship. It promotes the Blue and Gold furs, World Fair quality, plus a wide range of blankets from cotton to all wool California blankets, claiming unbeatable value.
Wonderful selling here and no wonder Such splendid qualities and such new styles at such low prices were never seen in this city Ladies Plush Capes nicely braided in beautiful patterns full sweep well lined Thibet Fur trimmed regular 4 50 Capes our price 3 00 We can show you the best line of wear resisting Plush Capes ever shown We have handled them for years and we know them to be just what we claim for them
Atlantic shoppers are offered exclusive patterns in linens towels and napkins with strong claims of quality and low prices. The ad touts home made comforters and jackets built by skilled tailors plus dress goods skirts suits and dresses with guaranteed maker and retailer backing and asserts big savings versus city prices.
During October the Dress Goods stock will be a special attraction of the great sale. The New Store offers the lowest prices on the finest Fall and Winter fabrics. A complete line of cloths for tailor made gowns is shown in town, with emphasis on 50, 52 and 54 inch Worsted Suitings in latest weaves and colors. Such goods are usually found only in large retail counters.
Our line features 42 to 44 inch all wool brocades at 40c yard, with vast selections of Henriettas Sarges Sobels Whipcards Pebble Cloths and Poplin styles priced from 1.50 to 0.25 per yard. Special values appear at 25c 8 50 8c 4 86 and 6 00 with newest loom innovations and exclusive designs at 1.00 to 1.75 per yard.
Offers ready made sheets and pillow cases in high quality muslin at prices only 23 to 8 cents above raw material. Each piece laundried and ready for use. Full range of muslins and sheetings priced lower than elsewhere. Investigate and we will prove the claim.
A local retailer promotes a special underwear and dress silk sale with exclusive patterns and unique colors. It claims the lowest prices ever for silks and fabrics, including children’s garments, changeable taffetins, plaids, and stripes, with maker guarantees and risk-free buying.
President McKinley and General Miles trains will reach Omaha Tuesday evening with a daylight Chicago to Omaha run. The itinerary includes brief stops along the Northwestern line, a grand Ak-Sar-Ben parade review, and addresses by McKinley and Postmaster General Emory Smith. A reception at Markel's cafe and a sham battle viewing follow, concluding with a dinner at Markel's cafe.
Reports from Georgia describe a devastating flood with Campbell Island on the Altamaha River reportedly swept away. Estimates of missing range from 20 to 60, with Brunswick confirming three deaths and property losses around 500000 dollars.
Chas Troome of Philadelphia reports that Brazilian Balm cured his 30 years of dyspepsia in two months. He says the remedy stopped stomach pain and coughing, restored appetite, and claims it beats all rivals.
Announcement lists upcoming special days including Knights of Pythias and Ancient Order of United Workmen with reduced rates on all Kullroada routes. Notes gorgeous electrical illumination at the Grand Court and an unrivaled midway show with rail reductions and other features.
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