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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1908
Page
4
Crowds flood into Plattsmouth for a two week closing out carnival with thousands of bargains. Advertised items drew shoppers from nearby towns who read newspapers and saw bills. Over 49 000 items are on sale, drawing unprecedented interest.
The Coates Dry Goods Company reports record activity as customers buy more dress goods than ever. Telegraph orders and quick restocks push high demand for fabrics and latest fashion patterns, all at 50 to 75 percent lower prices than competitors.
The ad touts a thousand dollars worth of underwear offered at half price with 25 percent undercutting versus competitors. It promises 50 to 75 percent savings on many items and highlights radical reductions across men's suits overcoats odd trousers duck coats and sweaters in the clothing department.
A city hosiery sale advertises deep cuts on ladies hose, urging readers to visit the store during harvest time of life. The message emphasizes unbeatable prices and broad reach through the local paper.
Friday March 27 Remnant Dry Goods Line advertises wide selection from denims to muslin with rushed sales tactics. It promises no clerks loafing and urges customers to visit, spreading word through neighbors about the new methods and unlimited quantities at the large establishment.
An old advertisement promotes Shoes for Men highlighting bargains where men's shoes compare favorably to higher prices for Boy's and Ladies' shoes elsewhere. The copy includes a rhyme about Little Boy Blue praising comfortable Coates Shoes with no bunion or corn issues.
Clothing vendors advertise drastic price cuts on shirts and overalls while promising full goods quality. Shoppers are urged to take advantage of the sale as stock remains plentiful at local shops.
The notice invites readers to bring buggies and wagons for a large sale at Coates Dry Goods Company. It promises substantial bargains and urges customers to come promptly to shop a broad range of items at greatly reduced prices.
Advertises ladies long kid gloves priced at 2.98 and mens and boys gloves and mittens from 39 cents up aimed at drawing large crowds to the shop section.
The advertisement urges shoppers to visit Coates Dry Goods Company during harvest time sales. It promises transparent pricing with red marked goods and assures a homey, trustworthy shopping experience while highlighting daily threshing activity and a broad range of wares.
A promotional note invites readers to visit the store and see fashion’s latest. It promises crowds waiting to be served and offers a welcoming greeting to shoppers. Leading phrases stress the appeal of arriving early to access popular fashions.
Shoppers are urged to visit for a full family outfit sale with deep discounts from head to foot. The message promises substantial savings across clothing lines for adults and children.
The notice urges readers to list their wants and visit this week to take part in the many bargains now on offer. It emphasizes shopping early to join the sale events and save money on various items.
The Notion Department reports a large business boom with the Notion Sale expanding. The article notes both the poor and the rich are enjoying some of the good things this world offers through the sale.
A local store touts large stock across Dry Goods and Notions Ladies Furnishings Clothing Shoes and Underwear as a community sale. It proclaims fair treatment, friendly service, and cash bargains with many items broken but available in various sizes for all.
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