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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1920
Page
7
An advertisement from Froess Bros promotes selling pianos without high commissions. It claims to buy directly from manufacturers, offer fixed profits, and pass savings to customers. The copy attacks traditional canvasser salesmanship and touts a long-standing, reliable presence in western Pennsylvania.
A promotional note promises a 10 percent saving on the instrument and its value, suggesting accessibility of germs within reach of the buyer in a stated reason.
Froess Bros. advertises a piano priced at 490 to 550.45 dollars. It offers a 10 percent commission plus an extra five dollars for “good measure,” touting Froess Bros. reputation for fair dealing to lure customers.
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