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Newspaper
Jackson Argus
Location
Jackson, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1896
Page
2
A local shop touts new silk shirt waists in two and three shade effects in Dresden Chinese and other silks. Prices range from 30 to 150 per yard. Also offers black brocaded taffetas satin duchesse for skirts and China silks in black and colors. French organdies and fine wash goods advertised with low prices.
Our millinery department unveils the season’s finest hats gathered from New York. Miss Bottoms has spent two weeks collecting new ideas and is trimming hats with beauty. Prices are low and patterns are dreams of loveliness in bright blended colors.
The ad touts belts as the season’s highlight with gilt, tan leather, and new Scale belts described as colorful and changeable. It predicts broad appeal for all the girls and emphasizes variety and novelty.
Silk gloves Lisle and Jersey gloves and silk mits offered from 10 cents to 50 cents. The ad insists on our dollar Kid Gloves in all colors with Foster and Hook, button plain and embroidered backs. Every pair warranted and no cheap trashy kids.
A local seller touts best heavy shirting 8iee heavy kersey and heavy cattonades at two low prices 10¢ and 25¢. They claim direct mill purchases enable bargains and invite customers to view the selections praised as suitable for any lady in the land.
A listing advertises White Goods and fabrics including India Linen and Checked Nainsooks at 5c yard, down from 8c. White Dimitie, baby fabrics, and French Laces offered at 12 to 25c. Large remnants of India Linen and Nainsook from 8 to 15 yards priced 5c, with finer remnant pieces at 74c and 10 to 15c.
Local store promotes ladies vests with sensational prices, claiming every woman will want a good supply after seeing the affordable garments and the quality offered.
An extensive sale listing at the Star Store offers umbrellas from 45¢ to 3.00 and shoes from 1.00 to 2.00, with many items under rival prices. The ad promotes ladies parasols, Dongola and Goodyear shoes, Drew Selby & Co footwear, and assorted men’s shirts and furnishings, urging customers to buy as a value-filled bargain.
Retailer touts a large shoe stock following a price decline and claims to offer shoes at old prices. They highlight having purchased stock and compare themselves to competitors who sourced from drummers.
A quirky pitch touts handkerchiefs as bright little gems at striking prices. It lists 3 for 5 cents, 2 for 5 cents, and embroidered ones from 5 to 15 cents, with more options up to 50 cents, inviting readers to compare value.
A storefront advertises a large display of fashionable neckwear described as beauties and newest styles in various colors to entice customers, inviting shoppers to come in and buy.
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